web01.fireside.fm Sun, 24 May 2026 05:50:54 -0500 Fireside (https://fireside.fm) Hardworking Happy Hour - Episodes Tagged with “Hardscaping” https://www.hardworkinghappyhour.com/tags/hardscaping Mon, 14 Apr 2025 05:00:00 -0400 Each week Sean and Catherine will break down all things about the trades, entrepreneurship, and turning your creativity into a passion career. en-us episodic Sean and Catherine break down all things about the trades, entrepreneurship, and turning your creativity into a passion career. Hardworking Happy Hour Each week Sean and Catherine will break down all things about the trades, entrepreneurship, and turning your creativity into a passion career. no Hardworking Happy Hour hardworkinghappyhour@gmail.com Episode 158: Adam Santo of Lilly LLC! http://www.hardworkinghappyhour.com/ep158 3c9aafdf-7c30-46c2-b27a-b739442f3123 Mon, 14 Apr 2025 05:00:00 -0400 Hardworking Happy Hour full 1 Hardworking Happy Hour In this engaging conversation, the hosts explore the journey of Adam Santo and his business, Lilly Design Build. They discuss the transition from fine arts to hardscaping, the importance of building strong client relationships, and the challenges faced as a solo operator. The conversation delves into the personal touch in craftsmanship, the significance of communication, and the value of time in the design process. Adam shares insights on managing client expectations, navigating budgets, and the importance of finding the right client fit. The discussion also touches on the challenges of working with pool companies and the lessons learned along the way. In this conversation, the speakers delve into the challenges of pool construction, the passion for classic cars, and the importance of mindfulness in a fast-paced world. They discuss the balance between work and personal life, the impact of modern technology on mental health, and the shared experiences of anxiety and stress. The dialogue emphasizes the joy found in hobbies and the need for presence in everyday life. 1:07:28 no <p>** Editors note: We apologize for the audio quality of this episode, we know it is not up to par. But this conversation was just too good to not post! We will have to have Adam on again to make up for it! </p> <p>In this engaging conversation, the hosts explore the journey of Adam Santo and his business, Lilly Design Build. They discuss the transition from fine arts to hardscaping, the importance of building strong client relationships, and the challenges faced as a solo operator. The conversation delves into the personal touch in craftsmanship, the significance of communication, and the value of time in the design process. Adam shares insights on managing client expectations, navigating budgets, and the importance of finding the right client fit. The discussion also touches on the challenges of working with pool companies and the lessons learned along the way. In this conversation, the speakers delve into the challenges of pool construction, the passion for classic cars, and the importance of mindfulness in a fast-paced world. They discuss the balance between work and personal life, the impact of modern technology on mental health, and the shared experiences of anxiety and stress. The dialogue emphasizes the joy found in hobbies and the need for presence in everyday life. </p> hardscaping, client relationships, craftsmanship, design philosophy, communication, solo operator, construction challenges, landscaping, business growth, pool construction, classic cars, mindfulness, work-life balance, anxiety, modern technology, hobbies, passion, mental health, stress management ** Editors note: We apologize for the audio quality of this episode, we know it is not up to par. But this conversation was just too good to not post! We will have to have Adam on again to make up for it!

In this engaging conversation, the hosts explore the journey of Adam Santo and his business, Lilly Design Build. They discuss the transition from fine arts to hardscaping, the importance of building strong client relationships, and the challenges faced as a solo operator. The conversation delves into the personal touch in craftsmanship, the significance of communication, and the value of time in the design process. Adam shares insights on managing client expectations, navigating budgets, and the importance of finding the right client fit. The discussion also touches on the challenges of working with pool companies and the lessons learned along the way. In this conversation, the speakers delve into the challenges of pool construction, the passion for classic cars, and the importance of mindfulness in a fast-paced world. They discuss the balance between work and personal life, the impact of modern technology on mental health, and the shared experiences of anxiety and stress. The dialogue emphasizes the joy found in hobbies and the need for presence in everyday life.

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In this engaging conversation, the hosts explore the journey of Adam Santo and his business, Lilly Design Build. They discuss the transition from fine arts to hardscaping, the importance of building strong client relationships, and the challenges faced as a solo operator. The conversation delves into the personal touch in craftsmanship, the significance of communication, and the value of time in the design process. Adam shares insights on managing client expectations, navigating budgets, and the importance of finding the right client fit. The discussion also touches on the challenges of working with pool companies and the lessons learned along the way. In this conversation, the speakers delve into the challenges of pool construction, the passion for classic cars, and the importance of mindfulness in a fast-paced world. They discuss the balance between work and personal life, the impact of modern technology on mental health, and the shared experiences of anxiety and stress. The dialogue emphasizes the joy found in hobbies and the need for presence in everyday life.

]]> Episode 114: Shane Herbert of Royal Stone Masonry! http://www.hardworkinghappyhour.com/ep114 28c920fd-2caf-4a64-91af-e5f72766be7e Mon, 13 May 2024 05:00:00 -0400 Hardworking Happy Hour full 1 Hardworking Happy Hour Shane Herbert from Royal Stone Masonry discusses his passion for creating unique and artistic designs in the hardscaping industry. He shares his journey from starting out in England to building his own successful business on Long Island. Shane's attention to detail and commitment to quality shines through in his work, and he takes pride in inspiring others in the industry. He also talks about the challenges of managing logistics on Long Island and the importance of staying clean and organized on job sites. Shane discusses the importance of maintaining a clean work site and shares tips for keeping patios clean during construction. He also talks about the role of the customer in maintaining the patio after the project is completed. The conversation then shifts to finding clients who appreciate and seek out unique designs, and the importance of building a portfolio to showcase your work. Shane emphasizes the need for practice and experimentation to find your niche and develop your skills. He also discusses the balance between work and personal life, and the importance of delegating tasks to avoid burnout. 1:01:13 no <p>Shane Herbert from Royal Stone Masonry discusses his passion for creating unique and artistic designs in the hardscaping industry. He shares his journey from starting out in England to building his own successful business on Long Island. Shane's attention to detail and commitment to quality shines through in his work, and he takes pride in inspiring others in the industry. He also talks about the challenges of managing logistics on Long Island and the importance of staying clean and organized on job sites. Shane discusses the importance of maintaining a clean work site and shares tips for keeping patios clean during construction. He also talks about the role of the customer in maintaining the patio after the project is completed. The conversation then shifts to finding clients who appreciate and seek out unique designs, and the importance of building a portfolio to showcase your work. Shane emphasizes the need for practice and experimentation to find your niche and develop your skills. He also discusses the balance between work and personal life, and the importance of delegating tasks to avoid burnout.</p> Keywords Shane Herbert, Royal Stone Masonry, hardscaping, design, Long Island, art, passion, logistics, clean job sites, clean work site, patio maintenance, unique designs, building a portfolio, finding your niche, work-life balance, delegation Shane Herbert from Royal Stone Masonry discusses his passion for creating unique and artistic designs in the hardscaping industry. He shares his journey from starting out in England to building his own successful business on Long Island. Shane's attention to detail and commitment to quality shines through in his work, and he takes pride in inspiring others in the industry. He also talks about the challenges of managing logistics on Long Island and the importance of staying clean and organized on job sites. Shane discusses the importance of maintaining a clean work site and shares tips for keeping patios clean during construction. He also talks about the role of the customer in maintaining the patio after the project is completed. The conversation then shifts to finding clients who appreciate and seek out unique designs, and the importance of building a portfolio to showcase your work. Shane emphasizes the need for practice and experimentation to find your niche and develop your skills. He also discusses the balance between work and personal life, and the importance of delegating tasks to avoid burnout.

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