The Punch List Podcast
The Punch List Podcast is where builders, remodelers, and design professionals come together to explore the business and craft of custom residential construction. Through candid interviews and real-world stories, hosts Ian, Matt, and Jen share ideas, lessons, and laughs from the office to the job site.
Episodes
46 episodes
Why Members Join: The Real Value of NEFBA Membership
In this special mini episode of The Punch List Podcast, we take a focused look at what it really means to be part of the Northeast Florida Builders Association.Whether you are a builder, trade partner, or industry professional consideri...
Leadership That Scales: Building Teams, Growing Business
Jen O'Neil returns to the The Punch List Podcast to join Matt and Ian for a conversation on what it really takes to lead and grow.From the perspective of a premier custom home builder, a mortgage originator leading a team ranked in the ...
More Than Materials - What Turns a Supplier into a Partner
Service is what separates a supplier from a true partner. In Part 2 of our conversation, Jim Schneider of Schneider Construction (Custom Home Builder out of Cape Charles, VA) and Seth Kelley of MCG Homes (Custom Home Builder & Remodeler out...
How Builders Become the Contractor Every Trade Wants to Work With.
In this Episode of The Punch List Podcast Seth Kelley of MCG Homes (Custom Home Builder & Remodeler out of Amelia Island, FL) and Jim Schneider of Schneider Construction (Custom Home Builder out of Cape Charles, VA) join the conversation to...
How Successful Custom Builders Grow Their Companies (Lessons from Tidewater Homes)
In this episode of The Punch List Podcast, hosts Matt Birdwell and Ian MacDonald sit down with Scott Brannock of Tidewater Homes - a boutique custom home builder making its mark in Northeast Florida.Scott shares his journey growing a pe...
Why Housing Affordability is Changing - and What Builders Should Expect
This is Part 2 of our conversation with Dr. Alex Stewart of The Market Distillery. In this conversation, Ian and Matt sit down with Dr. Alex Stewart of The Market Distillery to tackle one of the biggest challenges today: affordability.
The Housing Market Explained for Custom Home Builders
In this first of a two-part series, Ian and Matt welcome Dr. Alex Stewart of The Market Distillery to The Punch List Podcast. Together, they unpack the housing economy and explore how broader market trends connect to custom home building and re...
Why Price Per Square Foot Doesn't Work for Custom Homes
When clients ask for a per-square-foot cost, the answer usually starts with “it all depends.” In this episode, Ian and Matt sit down with Steve Morgan of Riverside Homes Custom to unpack the key factors that shape the cost of a custom build. Yo...
Why Process Is the Secret Weapon of Successful Custom Builders
Matt Birdwell goes from host to guest on this episode to talk about how clear systems, strong culture, and a focus on the client experience lead to consistent success.
The Biggest Trends Builders Should Know from the NAHB International Builders Show
For the last two years, Ian has traveled to the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) International Builder Show taking detailed notes and bringing that information back to his local market. In this episode, Ian & Matt talk through t...
How Builders and Architects Should Work Together on Custom Homes
Architect Mike Stauffer joins The Punch List Podcast to discuss Custom Home Architecture and his process. Mike is one of the most sought out Architects in our local market, and beyond. Check out this episode to learn about his process, gain som...
Lessons from an Athlete Turned Entrepreneur (Building a Successful Business)
Nile has taken lessons learned from his time at Florida State University, where he was a National Champion and All ACC player, to his time in the NFL to help build a successful business in Northeast Florida. There is a lot packed in to this 30 ...
Breaking Down Construction Law for Custom Home Builders and Remodelers
James Gonzalez from Cobb Gonzalez joins The Punch List Podcast to talk construction law. While one podcast is never enough to learn everything about construction law, James breaks down a wide range of topics ranging from lien law, contracts, wa...
Using Values and Vision to Build a Successful Home Building Company
Chris Wood and Matt Roberts have grown Riverside Homes in to not only a premier home builder in Northeast Florida but also a premier company. Listen to their story about how they have used core values to build a great team and diversification i...
Key Takeaways for Custom Home Builders and Remodelers From the NAHB International Builder Show
Ian recently attended The International Builders Show and put what he learned in the different sessions in to some "copious notes" (according to Jen). Matt, Jen, and Ian break down these notes and nuggets in the latest episode of The Punch List...
Matt Carlton of Carlton Construction
On Episode 31 of The Punch List Podcast, Matt Carlton of Carlton Construction talks about growing a construction company focused on creating buildings and spaces that enrich lives. Matt is a homegrown Clay County success story. He grew up in th...
Construction Management Students View on Custom Home Building and Answering the Questions They Have
University of North Florida Construction Management students join The Punch List Podcast to ask questions about residential construction, business, and finance. Professor Michele Lamarsh allowed us to join her Construction Finance class at UNF ...
IT & Cybersecurity; What Is Threatening Your Business and How Your Can Protect It
Michael Stern from Total Business Systems joins Ian, Matt, and Jen to discuss what the latest technology and cybersecurity threats are to your business and the ways to protect yourself. Michael is an expert in IT solutions and the latest in cyb...
Why Home Technology is Important When Remodeling or Building Your Custom Home
John and Anthony from Five Smooth Stones Smart Home Solutions join Matt and Ian to discuss the latest in home technology. We sat down with these technology experts at their new showroom to learn how using home technology in your Custom Home or ...
Understanding Your Emotional Intelligence and DISC Styles
Certified Emotional Intelligence Analyst and Certified Master Coach Karen Nutter joins The Punch List Podcast to discuss Emotional Intelligence and DISC styles. Ian, Matt, and Jen go over their personal DISC results with Karen and discuss the i...
Start With Function and End With Beauty...Lisa G Brings It With Interior Design
Lisa Gielincki of Lisa Gielincki Interior Designs, Inc. joins The Punch List Podcast to discuss interior design and so much more! We discuss with Lisa the importance of integrating interior design early on in the remodeling and custom home buil...
Where are the next generation of tradespeople coming from?
Where are the next generation of tradespeople coming from? Listen in to Matt, Jen, and Ian as they are joined by Tim Conlan, NEFBA Training Vice President as he shares information on the NEFBA Apprenticeship Program. If you have ever wondered w...
Luxury Real Estate with the KMF JMF Real Estate Group.
Kim Martin Fisher and Jennifer Martin Faulkner join us to discuss the luxury real estate world. The luxury real estate market they serve is filled with Custom Homes. Take a listen to learn more about how integrated the Custom Home and Remodelin...
Rethreaded. Making a difference by engaging your business with a purpose driven organization.
Kristin Keen of Rethreaded joins Matt, Jen, and Ian to share her amazing story and that of Rethreaded. Rethreaded's mission is to harness the power of business to create choice for survivors of human trafficking. Learn more about this amazing o...
Lets Learn More About Our Hosts and Their Connection To Custom Home Building and Remodeling
Do you know Jen's biggest pet peeve? If Ian started a new podcast, what would be the subject? Learn Matt's secret Netflix obsession. Jen, Matt, and Ian play Spin the Wheel to ask each other some fun questions and to learn a little more about ea...