Hardworking Happy Hour

Episode 55: Special Guest, Scott Kelly of Precision Construction!

January 30th, 2023  |  Season 1  |  58 mins 6 secs

build, builder, business, business owner, deck, deck design, entrepreneur, entrepreneurship, hardscape, hardscaper, in the trades, inspiration, motivation, small business owner, trades, tradesmen, tradeswomen

In this weeks episode, Sean and Catherine had the privilege of sitting down with Scott Kelly of Precision Construction at the Deck Superstore's CDX event! Scott is an amazing builder with a great attitude towards the industry and life in general. Tune in!

Episode 54 - They would have asked for a faster horse...

January 23rd, 2023  |  Season 1  |  1 hr 4 mins

In this weeks episode, Sean and Catherine discuss the meaning behind the Henry Ford quote 'If I asked them what they wanted, they would have said a faster horse'. This leads in to some design talk and of course, a bit of squirreliness!

Episode 53: What makes you different?!

January 9th, 2023  |  Season 1  |  58 mins 48 secs

Sean and Catherine have a discussion about marketing and storytelling and how to figure out exactly what makes YOU different!

Episode 52: Happy New Year!

January 2nd, 2023  |  Season 1  |  1 hr 4 mins

In this episode, Sean and Catherine go over how Premier Outdoor Living did on their 2022 goals, and well as their personal goals, and where they want to be in 2023! Kick of the New Year right, tune in!

Episode 51: Decision Fatigue

December 19th, 2022  |  Season 1  |  59 mins 35 secs

business, carpentry, construction, creativity, entrepreneurship, innovation, leadership, trades, tradesman, tradesperson, tradeswoman

In this weeks episode, Sean and Catherine discuss decision fatigue and the end of the year/holiday 'blahs'. But on the flip side, the mounting excitement for the new year refresh!

Episode 50: Q&A for FIFTY episodes!

December 12th, 2022  |  Season 1  |  1 hr 23 mins

As promised, Sean and Catherine get TURNT and answer questions, and wow what a journey this episode takes. A little deep, a little heartfelt, and a LOT of squirreliness. Enjoy!

Episode 49: Big Egos and Tall Buildings

December 5th, 2022  |  Season 1  |  52 mins 33 secs

In this weeks episode, Sean and Catherine dig deep in to what justifies having a big ego, which may or may not be building tall buildings. Tune in to see the connection!

Episode 48: Financing, yay or nay?

November 28th, 2022  |  Season 1  |  52 mins 48 secs

In this weeks episode, Sean and Catherine give their thoughts on offering financing. Also, potentially adding a couple more employees to the team!

Episode 47: Special Guest Anthony Lombardo!

November 21st, 2022  |  Season 1  |  51 mins 40 secs

In this weeks episode, we have everyones favorite guest Anthony Lombardo! We recap DeckExpo, dive in to some pain points at Premier Outdoor Living, and find out what everyones essential tool is!

Episode 46 : Funk Busting

November 14th, 2022  |  Season 1  |  59 mins 1 sec

In this weeks episode, Sean and Catherine discuss busting out a funk. There is no funk that can hold us down for too long, but since they happen every once and a while, we get real about how stress has led to some recent funks.

Episode 45 - Imposter Syndrome

November 7th, 2022  |  Season 1  |  1 hr 26 secs

In this weeks episode, Sean and Catherine discuss the feeling of 'Imposter Syndrome', which is the feeling of not earning or not being deserving of where you are in life. Something everyone can relate to from time to time!

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Episode 44: HNA Recap, the value in bringing on new skills, and some celebs?

October 31st, 2022  |  Season 1  |  1 hr 1 min

In this weeks episode, Sean and Catherine talk about their trip to Hardscape North America, as well as the value in bringing on new skills to your business. There might even be a little bit of industry tea in this episode!

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Episode 43 - Dan Preston of Preston Hardscape!

October 24th, 2022  |  Season 1  |  42 mins 24 secs

In this weeks episode, Sean and Catherine have a very special guest, Dan Preston of Preston Hardscape! We got a chance to catch up while on the road at Hardscape North America. Dan is truly an artist and has a very interesting perspective regarding business and what he wants to accomplish in the industry. Dan has also introduced Sean to his new favorite excuse... This is a must listen!

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Episode 42: Some Venting, Some Books, A lot of squirelliness

October 17th, 2022  |  Season 1  |  1 hr 2 mins

In this weeks episode, Sean and Catherine get a little deep. Sean has somethings he wants to get off his chest and they both come clean about the beloved sticker chart. BUT, then we go in to some killer book recommendations! Tune in!
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Episode 41 - Benefits, but not in a boring way!

October 10th, 2022  |  Season 1  |  1 hr 2 mins

In this weeks episode, Sean and Catherine discuss the pros and cons of offering your employees benefits. We know, we know, this topic can be dry but don't worry, we keep it fun and squirrely as always!

Episode 40 - Design Consultation: Post Game Wrap-up!

October 3rd, 2022  |  Season 1  |  57 mins 14 secs

In this weeks episode, After being on the phone for an entire week, Sean and Catherine give an update on the whirlwind of a week they intentionally planned for themselves! We go over the lessons that were learned, the successes, what we will change for the next batch of design consultations, and our undying love for the rocketbook. Tune in!