Episode Overview
In this episode, our hosts Mike Nelson and Derek Foster interview Luke Michaels, the main man behind Michaels Group Homes! His third-generation business has undergone a lot of trials and changes throughout the years, and Derek and Mike can definitely relate – find out just what they went through by giving this episode a listen!
Time Stamps
00:16 – Introduction
02:51 – Three Generations of Michaels Group Homes!
06:03 – When Life Gives You Lemons…
06:51 – Whiny Moments: Don’t Ever Let Monday Ruin Your Sunday!
08:44 – Seizing an Opportunity: Nothing Wrong With It!
11:21 – Living Up to the Legacy… Best Not to Think About It!
13:44 – Stick to the Process; But Update It When Necessary!
17:00 – Applying Economics to Homebuilding
19:38 – Luke’s Biggest Challenge: Dealing With the Development Red Tape!
23:02 – Some Excellent Advice: If You Can, Work for Yourself!
28:01 – Preparing For the Market Stabilization
31:03 – Youth Opportunities
36:28 – Only Let Your Organization Grow as Big as You Can Keep it Running Smoothly!
40:45 – Is College Right For You? Yes: IF You Have a Plan!
43:04 – Living With a Psychologist
43:46 – Routines Help Keep You Grounded: Mike Loves Podcasts!
46:35 – Luke’s Favorite Podcasts: Joe Rogan, and Doughboys!
47:31 – Our Goal: To Reach, Connect and Aid Current and Future Tradespeople!
49:19 – Tech Jobs: Sexy, But Not Necessarily Secure! Trades Can Be Recession-Proof!
51:45 – There’s a Lot of Opportunity Locally! No Inattentive National Builders Here!
52:33 – Closing Remarks: How to Get in Touch
Details
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Hosts
Mike Nelson and Derek Foster
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Guests
Luke Michaels
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Runtime
54 mins, 23 secs
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Airing Date
Nov 18, 2022