Welcome to a brand-new episode of the Woodpreneur Podcast. Today, your host Steve Larosiliere is joined by Cam Anderson from Blacktail Studio. Cam reflects on the changes and challenges he faced over the past few years, especially during the global pandemic. He made the daring decision to quit his full-time job as a life flight pilot to pursue woodworking and content creation. Cam shares the challenges and uncertainties he faced during this transition, especially considering his wife's business and the state of the world at the time. Despite the initial uncertainty, Cam's decision paid off as ..read more

“If we can really put heirloom pieces into people's homes, so that should anything happen—whether they need to move, sell, or pass things down to family—those cabinetry pieces could arguably be uninstalled, moved to new locations, and reinstalled, allowing people to carry them with them for decades.” -Kattie Welcome to a brand-new episode of the Woodpreneur Podcast. Today, your host Steve Larosiliere is joined by Kattie & Jesse from JKath Design + Build. We delve into the fascinating journey of Kattie and Jesse from Jay Kath Design Build. From the origins of their business to their approac ..read more

"The best way for you to do that is to tell more stories. Optimize your bio and post more frequently. You could even revisit your old posts and turn them into videos. Essentially, you just need to post more videos." Steve Larosiliere Welcome to a brand-new episode of the Woodpreneur Podcast. In this episode, I’m going to help you unlock growth for your wood business. In the fast-paced world of marketing and business, finding the right advice can often feel like searching for a needle in a haystack. But what if I told you that sometimes, the most invaluable insights come from unexpected places ..read more

“When you start spending, you know, an infinite amount of time doing so, you might as well build it yourself in the first place. “ -David Vincenzi Welcome to a brand-new episode of the Woodpreneur Podcast. Today, your host Steve Larosiliere is joined by David Vincenzi from Amelia Cabinet Company. David's journey begins with his father, an architect with a passion for cabinetry. Over 30 years ago, his father made a pivotal decision to specialize in cabinetry, laying the foundation for what would become Amelia Cabinet Company. Growing up immersed in the business, David learned the ropes, from ..read more

"Imagine a thank you note with a poem or quote, to the client, or the GC. Right? Imagine your brand, with your, like, most famous quote, or like one of your quotes, or sayings or what have you." -Steve Larosiliere Welcome to a brand-new episode of the Woodpreneur Podcast. In this episode, I’m going to help you learn how to carve your niche in carpentry. In the bustling world of carpentry and construction, standing out can feel like an uphill battle. But what if I told you that your true brand lies not just in your craftsmanship, but in the essence of who you are? Let's delve into a transforma ..read more

“Instead of being in a classroom, I could be out in the field on-site doing stuff. And so I spent three years doing that. And from there, it just kept going.” Cody Hansen Welcome to a brand-new episode of the Woodpreneur Podcast. Today, your host Steve Larosiliere is joined by Cody Hansen from Plate and Nail. Cody's journey into carpentry didn't just start with swinging hammers and cutting wood. It began with a family legacy of craftsmanship and a deep-rooted passion for creating with his hands. His father, a seasoned handyman for over four decades, instilled in him the value of hard work ..read more

“The reason for the appointment is to book another appointment. Never walk out of the appointment without booking another point. It could be if you sold the job, it could be an installation. It could be a remeasure.” Steve Larosiliere Welcome to a brand-new episode of the Woodpreneur Podcast. In this episode I’m going to help you with unlocking growth for your wood business. In the fast-paced world of marketing and business, finding the right advice can often feel like searching for a needle in a haystack. But what if I told you that sometimes, the most invaluable insights come from unexpe ..read more

"I am still not afraid of change, because everybody tells me once you just go get another job like, well, I really like what I do. Working in closets is different from everything else; we work with different people. People who want to organize themselves are of a different caliber than those who are messy." -Eric Marshall "Welcome to a brand-new episode of the Woodpreneur Podcast. Today, your host Steve Larosiliere is joined by Eric Marshall. Eric's love for woodworking ignited during his high school days in Hawaii, where he honed his skills in the art of crafting. Little did he know that t ..read more

"I would build a specialty website and potentially, you know, either through it or just have it, like, just build a community around parents that, and parents of special needs, and custom furniture just for them." Steve Larosiliere Embracing Authenticity in Marketing The conversation begins with a refreshing honesty about discomfort with traditional marketing approaches. Jeff, despite his expertise, prefers to keep things real, admitting to his own uncertainties and mistakes. This raw authenticity serves as the cornerstone of his business philosophy, resonating deeply with his audience ..read more

“It wasn't even about the money. It was just like, my brain was so screwed up, and it was always sick. I needed to pick a spot where I needed to be, so I had a drop dead date. And that helped a lot. But those people who just make the jump, they don't have to, like, that's pretty good stuff." Jeff Himstedt Welcome to a brand-new episode of the Woodpreneur Podcast. Today, your host Steve Larosiliere is joined by Jeff Himstedt from JHimWoodworking. Jeff's journey into woodworking began in a humble setting. Growing up on a farm near Springfield, Illinois, and later enlisting in the US military ..read more