Floor Academy - Helping flooring, tile and stone contractors own an asset
Floor Academy is a podcast hosted by Kyle Hedin that provides small business information and guidance to flooring, tile and stone contractors on how to build a successful and sustainable business. The podcast aims to help contractors move from owning a job to owning an asset, by providing insights and strategies related to management, entrepreneurship, and networking.
Floor Academy covers a range of topics related to flooring, tile and stone business management, including small business advertising, paid traffic, and organic traffic. The podcast also provides information on promotional marketing, LLC setup, simple small business management, and networking strategies.
The podcast aims to help carpet, tile, stone, hardwood, floating floor, and many more types of contractors develop a deep understanding of business management, including effective networking and entrepreneurship strategies, which are crucial to achieving long-term success in the flooring industry. By discussing various topics related to small business management, such as finance, operations, marketing, sales, human resources, branding, advertising, interviewing, taxes, company structures, and more the podcast provides valuable insights to help flooring, tile and stone contractors become successful business owners by answering the question how do i market my small business.
Floor Academy - Helping flooring, tile and stone contractors own an asset
Educating Apprentices: Creating A Training System - Andy McWilliams - Novalis Innovative Flooring
As a technical representative for a flooring company, Andy McWilliams has had a lot of experience working with installers, and as such, he has a lot of knowledge on the topic of hiring and training apprentices in the flooring trade. During his conversation with the host, Andy stresses the importance of proper education when it comes to training apprentices. He points out that too often, businesses throw apprentices into the field with little to no training, which can lead to mistakes and lost profits.
Andy suggests that businesses should invest in formal apprenticeship programs that include classroom education and hands-on training. By providing a structured and comprehensive training program, businesses can ensure that their apprentices have the necessary skills and knowledge to perform their job well. Andy also emphasizes the importance of having experienced installers serve as mentors to apprentices. By working alongside seasoned professionals, apprentices can learn valuable skills and techniques that they might not be able to pick up in a classroom setting.
Andy and the host also discuss the benefits of hiring apprentices over experienced installers. While experienced installers may have a higher hourly rate, they often come with their own set of habits and techniques that may not align with the business's standards. By hiring apprentices and training them from the ground up, businesses can ensure that their employees are following the correct procedures and techniques that align with their company values. Additionally, by investing in apprentices, businesses can build a loyal workforce that is dedicated to their success.
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