Most guys say they are referral-based, but they are still letting random leads waste their week. This one is all about what an ideal referral actually looks like and how to shape expectations, messaging, and follow-up so you get more of the right clients.

Show Notes:
0:00 Expectations First
8:43 Orlando Recap
10:37 Tyler's Build Stuff
12:47 "Slip the Truck"
15:22 What Makes a Good Referral
19:41 Reviews & Testimonials
24:41 Pre-Con Protects You
32:49 Qualify Faster
36:53 Control the Narrative
1:00:17 Trade Partner Referrals
1:04:01 Stay Top of Mind
1:05:26 Wrap & Newsletter

Video Version:
https://youtu.be/cBxWsw7g7qA

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Andersen Windows

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Nick Schiffer

Tyler Grace

Podcast Produced By:

Motif Media

Tyler breaks down how to protect your time from the very first inquiry without sounding defensive or arrogant. The goal is simple: give value up front, but stop donating real consulting work to people who are still shopping.

Show Notes:
00:00 Free work becomes the expectation
00:20 Why this starts at the first inquiry
05:50 Stop consulting for free
08:50 How to set boundaries without sounding rude
11:21 Lead example: the "roof leak" rabbit hole
15:48 Pushback, reputation & holding the line
21:05 Lead example: the "simple" hood swap
30:59 Wrap: plant the seed & point to resources

Video Version:
https://youtu.be/B2xaYeIL6Qw

Partners:

Andersen Windows

Harnish Workwear

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The Modern Craftsman:

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Nick Schiffer

Tyler Grace

Podcast Produced By:

Motif Media

Most leads sound "good" until you start pulling on the threads. Nick and Tyler roleplay four common inquiry types and show how to spot risk early, protect your time, and decide whether it's pre-con, a small feasibility study, or a hard pass.

Show Notes:
00:00 Cold open
00:31 Why decision makers matter
01:54 Sponsor: Anderson
05:30 Sponsor: Harness Workwear
09:13 Feasibility vs pre-con
09:35 Lead intake template & newsletter
22:36 Call 1: Referral lead
28:27 Call 2: Tight budget lead
39:47 Call 3: Facebook rush job
48:41 Call 4: Dream home lead
53:37 When the timeline is a deal-breaker
01:01:10 Wrap

Video Version:
https://youtu.be/aBTqwssCt80

Partners:

Andersen Windows

Harnish Workwear

Use code H1025 and get 10% off their H-label gear

The Modern Craftsman:

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Find Our Hosts:

Nick Schiffer

Tyler Grace

Podcast Produced By:

Motif Media