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Builder Stories

Eric Fortenberry
Jobtread
Construction
Construction Industry
Marketing
Entrepreneurship
Remodeling
Video Marketing
River Pools
Builders Of Authority
MI Remodelers
Virtual Assistants
Leadership
Hiring
Residential Remodeling
Englewood Custom Carpentry
Design Build
Ottawa
Greymark Design Build
Pre-Construction
Content Marketing

Welcome to Builder Stories, the podcast where builders, remodelers, and contractors share their personal and business journeys. Come learn from the stories of successful entrepreneurs who share how they got started, how they found success, and the lessons learned along the way. Your host, Eric Fortenberry, has successfully built two businesses, one in software and one in construction. He is now th... more

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Latest Episodes

Mike Coffey grew his social media audience from nothing to more than 120,000 Instagram followers. Here, he reveals how contractors can use social platforms to build trust, show their humanity, and turn finished-project beauty shots into real sales op... more

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Kelly Kirk took over Greymark Design + Build a few weeks after her mother, who founded the company, passed away. Leslie King was a larger-than-life figure and a well-known industry leader. Kelly chose to honor that legacy while also finding her own v... more

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Bryan Sebring didn't just grow a business, he rebuilt one from scratch. After running his company in Chicagoland for over two decades, Bryan moved to Franklin, Tennessee and relaunched as a design build only firm serving a completely different market... more

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Vince Nardo helped grow his family's cabinet refacing shop into the largest home improvement company on the West Coast with 700 employees. The company operated in multiple states and even landed a partnership with Costco to sell their products. In 20... more

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Recent Guests

Kelly Kirk
President of Greymark Design Build
Greymark Design Build
Episode: Running a Company You Grew Up In | Kelly Kirk of Greymark Design + Build
Bryan Sebring
Owner of Sebring Design Build
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Episode: Inside the Playbook of a Successful Design Build Firm | Bryan Sebring of Sebring Design Build
Vince Nardo
CEO of Master Roofing Solutions and TimeProof USA
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Episode: When the Exit Goes Wrong | Vince Nardo of Master Roofing Solutions and TimeProof USA
Jane Dzielski
Measurement specialist at Google, founder of Data Fizz (speaker)
Google / Data Fizz
Episode: How Contractors Get Found Online, Straight From Google | Jane Dzielski of Google
Dustin Hippensteel
Owner of Sugar Sands Construction and True Grit Roofing
Sugar Sands Construction; True Grit Roofing
Episode: The Three Moves That Got Him Out of the Weeds and Back to Building | Dustin Hippensteel of True Grit Roofing
Felipe Freig
Founder of Versa Homes and Versa Method Coaching
Versa Homes / Versa Method Coaching
Episode: How to Step Back From Your Business Without Watching It Fall Apart | Felipe Freig of Versa Method Coaching
Corey Plourde
Owner of Core Remodeling Services
Core Remodeling Services
Episode: How to Turn a Stalled Business Into Your Most Profitable Year | Corey Plourde of Core Remodeling Services
Todd Dawalt
Founder of the Construction Leading Edge
Construction Leading Edge
Episode: How to Grow Your Profits Without Growing Your Team | Todd Dawalt of The Construction Leading Edge
Jake Gosselin
Leader at Churchfront, AV design-build specialist for churches
Churchfront
Episode: How to Rebuild Your Construction Business Around AI | Jake Gosselin of Churchfront

Host

Eric Fortenberry
Host of Builder Stories

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 58 ratings
  • Great podcast

    Eric is extremely knowledgeable and passionate about business and the construction industry.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    User 24986
    United States8 months ago
  • COMPLIMENTARY TO JT

    Eric and his Builder Stories team do an excellent job in digging deep into actual JobTread users to share their insider stories. A great podcast where you can resonate with the guests, and their vulnerabilities/openness they project to the listener.

    If you're a JobTread user, this is a great place to hear how others are succeeding in their businesses due to the app.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    vancouver_babak
    Canada10 months ago
  • The Missing Piece to a Winning Sales Strategy

    What I love about Builder Stories is how real the conversations are. Inside the Elite Builder Society, we see firsthand how powerful it is when contractors combine a solid sales strategy with a platform like JobTread. Roughly 60% of the contractors we coach are already on it, and the results speak for themselves. This podcast gives you fresh perspectives from people who’ve been in your shoes owners sharing the lessons that helped them win. If you’re serious about building a better business, thes... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    @the_contractorcoach
    Canada10 months ago
  • Great Knowledge

    Such a wealth of knowledge, advice and strategy for anyone in the construction industry. I highly recommend checking it out, there’s something for everyone!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ddhopkins
    United Statesa year ago
  • AMAZING!

    This podcast has changed my life!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Fishbait58
    United States2 years ago

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Eric brings deep construction and software industry insight.
Guests share practical, real-world lessons for scaling trades businesses.
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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Running a Company You Grew Up In | Kelly Kirk of Greymark Design + Build
Q: What systems or processes have you implemented since taking over that made a big impact?
She emphasizes short, tight planning horizons, the importance of hiring the right people, empowering her team, and using simple tools like revenue worksheets to keep growth on track.
Running a Company You Grew Up In | Kelly Kirk of Greymark Design + Build
Q: Can you tell us a little bit more about that transition and what it was like stepping into the leadership role?
Kelly describes taking over during a family crisis, navigating a sudden leadership shift while planning around a high-risk pregnancy, leaning on her team and peer networks, and building the confidence to lead through a period of intense stress.
Inside the Playbook of a Successful Design Build Firm | Bryan Sebring of Sebring Design Build
Q: What is the reasoning behind your pricing guide and its ranges on the website?
Pricing guides provide anchors and education for clients to understand project scale, with ranges based on project type and size; they help filter inquiries and set expectations early, while still allowing flexibility for custom, luxury projects.
Inside the Playbook of a Successful Design Build Firm | Bryan Sebring of Sebring Design Build
Q: Can you walk us through your process from lead to signed project?
Lead qualification, discovery pricing, then a design proposal with a range; if the client signs within a specified window, discovery/design fees are credited back as part of the first payment, creating urgency and alignment.
The Three Moves That Got Him Out of the Weeds and Back to Building | Dustin Hippensteel of True Grit Roofing
Q: How did you transition from a solo operator to leading a growing team and adopting processes like SOPs and a VA?
The turning point was recognizing I couldn't do everything. I hired a VA to handle routine tasks, documented the workflows into SOPs, and began delegating responsibilities to a leadership team. This shift reduced burnout and created room to scale with a culture and clear expectations.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Builder Stories

What is Builder Stories about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This show centers on builders, remodelers, and contractors who scaled from hands-on trades to systems-driven businesses. Episodes frequently cover growth strategies, operational discipline, and the role of technology (notably JobTread) in driving revenue, project visibility, and scale. Guests range from franchise owners and real estate developers to marketing specialists and AI/ops practitioners, all sharing actionable lessons on leadership, process, and culture. A standout theme is converting chaos into scalable systems, with candid conversations about partnerships, hiring, and mindset shifts that enable sustainable growth. The format tends to blend personal journeys with practical frameworks, making it useful for listeners who want concre... more

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What guests have appeared on Builder Stories?

Recent guests on Builder Stories include:

1. Kelly Kirk
2. Bryan Sebring
3. Vince Nardo
4. Jane Dzielski
5. Dustin Hippensteel
6. Felipe Freig
7. Corey Plourde
8. Todd Dawalt

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