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The Curious Builder

Mark Williams
Entrepreneurship
Building Industry
Construction Industry
Wellness
Architecture
Client Relationships
Contractor Coalition
Minnesota
Construction
Custom Home Building
Mental Health
Contractor Coalition Summit
Interior Design
Mysa Hus
Sustainability
Leadership
Women In Construction
Branding
Work-Life Balance
Energy Efficiency

The Curious Builder is a podcast that gives a voice to Minnesota building industry professionals, providing them a platform to tell their stories about starting and growing their businesses, highlighting challenges and wins, and revealing insights listeners may apply to their own businesses and experiences.

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Latest Episodes

Documentary filmmaker Jude Charles came to Minnesota to flip the script and road map the emotional soul of Mysa Hus, and what started as a brand conversation turned into the deepest dive yet into why Mark built the thing in the first place. Jude's "b... more

Paul Cramer sold his business, hit rock bottom, and discovered that being sober for decades doesn't automatically mean you have your stuff together, which is a humbling plot twist for anyone keeping score at home. Round two gets into the real work: t... more

Five days before the Artisan Home Tour, Mark and Melissa Oholendt of Oho Interiors snuck away from a live photo shoot to talk about what the final stretch of Mysa Hus actually looks like — wrong-sized sectionals, a Hail Mary pass to a UK lighting CEO... more

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What happens when the entrepreneur dream becomes the thing quietly eating you alive? In this episode of Losers Are Winners, Mark sits down with author and recovering entrepreneur Paul Cramer to unpack startup highs, brutal lows, identity loss, therap... more

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Recent Guests

Kyle Schlesser
Founder/Owner, Solid Ground Construction
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Scott Jaffa
Architect and GC at Jaffa Group Design Build
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Episode: #165 | Scott Jaffa | Jaffa Group Design Build | Money, Value, & Why You Should Never Negotiate With Your Architect
Josh Ferri
Owner of Lakeside Decking Co.
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Episode: Losers are Winners | Josh Ferri of Lakeside Decking Co. | Josh Ferri Grew Too Fast, Hired Wrong, & Paid the Price
Stephanie Dailey
Founder, Stephanie Dailey Construction, Salt Lake City
Stephanie Dailey Construction
Episode: #164 | Stephanie Dailey | Steven Dailey Construction | No Blueprint, No Budget, No Problem: Stephanie Dailey's Historic All-Women Build
Renee Bush
Founder and principal strategist of Tandem
Tandem
Episode: #163 | Renee Bush | Tandem | Stop Reacting and Start Designing Your Business — Renee Bush Explains How
Cinda Pfeil
Owner of Style Infused Living; involved in design/build projects; discussed career across architecture, interior design, and construction
Style Infused Living; Retro Camp Goods
Episode: Losers are Winners | Losers are Winners: Cinda Pfeil Was Told to Stay in Her Lane — Here's What Happened Instead
Mike Weaver
Vice President of Emser Tile
Emser Tile
Episode: #162 | Mike Weaver | Emser Tile | The Power of Partnerships
Brad Leavitt
Guest on Curious Builder Podcast
Phoenix-based builder (AFT/Brad Leavitt team)
Episode: Losers are Winners | Brad Leavitt on What Happens When Scope Explodes & Deadlines Don't Move
Laura Brophy
Owner of Laura Brophy Interiors, designer
Laura Brophy Interiors
Episode: #161 | Laura Brophy | Laura Brophy Interiors | 10 People, Zero Drama: How Laura Brophy Built the Team Every Entrepreneur Wants

Host

Mark Williams
Host of The Curious Builder

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 106 ratings
  • Great Podcast

    This podcast is very educational for other builders who want to find a healthy outlet for all aspects of their business and mental health. We’re not in this alone!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Kristen Dawson
    United States7 months ago
  • Great for entrepreneurs

    This is a great podcast for both builders and entrepreneurs!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    SteveTankersley
    United States7 months ago
  • All things for Building in great depth

    Mark and his guests do an amazing job of diving into topics that are both geared for beginners and experts in the building industry. From running a business, to building science, to design, to being a good husband or wife, the topics are intriguing and thought provoking. Every episode has a golden nugget of advice, and is WELL worth listening to.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Beginners and experts welcome!
    United Statesa year ago
  • Real world Info

    Mark does a great job interviewing and asking important questions to other real builders, designers and vendors that help the industry and shine light on areas rarely discussed. Areas such as healthy financials, marketing, sales and systems. As a fellow custom home builder/remodeler I appreciate hearing these discussions from industry professionals around the country. He is authentic and will share his struggles with his own business as we all have, which for me builds trust and authenticity ... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    D-Ross14
    United States2 years ago
  • Informative and entertaining

    Mark not only selects guests that have something to offer his listeners, but he is very thoughtful and deliberate about the questions he asks. The show is engaging and informative; not only for builders and contractors but also for those who are interested in business. Mark is a fantastic podcast host!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    The Curious Lawyer
    United States2 years ago

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Listeners appreciate practical, real-world insights for builders and entrepreneurs.
Community-focused and authentic host storytelling make episodes engaging and valuable.
Guests are diverse and highly knowledgeable, offering actionable takeaways.

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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Losers are Winners | Good Clients, Bad Fits, & the Courage to Say No with Tim Rascher
Q: Can you share a concrete example where not saying no caused issues?
A project where the client wanted to do most of the work themselves led to a difficult delivery; despite initially negotiating, the team ended up handling only some parts of the project and it created an overall negative experience and outcomes for both sides.
Losers are Winners | Good Clients, Bad Fits, & the Courage to Say No with Tim Rascher
Q: How do you recognize orange flags early in a project?
Orange flags include clients who avoid team conversations about budget, who want to negotiate behind closed doors, or who don't want to engage in numbers and planning with the full group; these signals help you reset expectations or walk away.
Losers are Winners | Good Clients, Bad Fits, & the Courage to Say No with Tim Rascher
Q: What is the biggest lesson you learned recently about working with clients?
The biggest lesson is learning to say no to clients when the fit isn't right, because taking on the wrong projects wastes time, dilutes quality, and hurts long-term relationships; it's about setting boundaries and communicating value from the start.
#157 | Tyler Farrell | Killowen Construction | From Builder to Leader: Tyler Farrell on Scaling Smart
Q: How do you balance being on-site with growing the business and family life?
Being on-site more is possible when you build a capable team and clear processes; balance is not strictly hours but ensuring you show up for the things that matter to family while maintaining company health.
#157 | Tyler Farrell | Killowen Construction | From Builder to Leader: Tyler Farrell on Scaling Smart
Q: What is your biggest lesson from scaling so far?
Scaling requires honest assessments about talent, relinquishing some control, and implementing formal structures so that the business can operate without depending on me alone.

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

The show centers on builders, designers, and architectural professionals sharing real-world journeys of starting and scaling businesses in the building industry. Episodes frequently cover entrepreneurship, project management, design trends, wellness and sustainability in homes, and the psychology of leadership, with a strong focus on practical systems, client relationships, and community building within the trades. A notable strength is bringing diverse perspectives—from custom home builders to designers and architects—while highlighting personal stories, failure as a learning tool, and actionable takeaways for listeners aiming to grow their own firms or improve operations.

A standout trait is the host's knack for drawing out relatable les... more

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1. Modern Craftsman
2. The Build Show Podcast
3. Brad Leavitt Podcast
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5. Trade Tales

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Recent guests on The Curious Builder include:

1. Kyle Schlesser
2. Scott Jaffa
3. Josh Ferri
4. Stephanie Dailey
5. Renee Bush
6. Cinda Pfeil
7. Mike Weaver
8. Brad Leavitt

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