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EP270: From Craftsman to CEO: Scaling AKN Interiors with Andrew Nuhfer
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May 11, 2026·58m

EP270: From Craftsman to CEO: Scaling AKN Interiors with Andrew Nuhfer

Discover how Andrew Nuhfer scaled AKN Interiors from craftsman to CEO, sharing leadership and remodeling sales training strategies tailored for contractors. In this episode, Brad and Andrew talk about: The importance of investing in a professional website and marketing The benefits of having an in-house purchasing manager Strategies for managing multiple projects simultaneously The significance of customer experience over product quality Insights on hiring and building a reliable team Mentioned: Website: https://akninteriors.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/akn_interiors/ Facebook (business): https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100086213487334 Facebook (personal): https://www.facebook.com/andrew.nuhfer Link to Resources: This episode is sponsored by iGUIDE — the smarter way to capture, measure, and market your projects. With accurate floor plans, immersive 3D tours, and detailed property data, iGUIDE helps contractors and real estate professionals showcase their work with confidence and precision. Learn more at https://hammerandgrind.com/iguide Want to go deeper? Check out the Contractor Profit Blueprint: https://www.thecontractorprofitblueprint.com/ Book a strategy call with Brad: https://hammerandgrind.com/qualification-website Help us get the word out to other contractors by leaving us a review or sharing our podcast! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy (https://acast.com/privacy) for more information.

AKN InteriorsAndrew NuhferPittsburgh
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EP269: Unlocking Your Value: Time Tips to Boost Contractor Productivity

EP269: Unlocking Your Value: Time Tips to Boost Contractor Productivity

May 4, 2026·33m
Value Per HourTime BlockingF.L.O.W. Acronym
EP268: Paul Sanneman shares how contractors can avoid these costly hiring mistakes

EP268: Paul Sanneman shares how contractors can avoid these costly hiring mistakes

Apr 27, 2026·52m
Contractor Staffing SourcePaul Sannemanconstruction hiring
EP267: 5 Sales Training Tips Contractors Need to Boost Remodeling Sales

EP267: 5 Sales Training Tips Contractors Need to Boost Remodeling Sales

Apr 20, 2026·50m
sales trainingcontractor salesremodeling business
EP266: From Startup to Success: Chris McManus on Growing a Multimillion-Dollar Landscaping Company

EP266: From Startup to Success: Chris McManus on Growing a Multimillion-Dollar Landscaping Company

Apr 13, 2026·49m
Chris McManusGC LandscapingWestern North Carolina
EP265: Why Most Contractors Struggle to Get Leads (It’s Not What You Think)

EP265: Why Most Contractors Struggle to Get Leads (It’s Not What You Think)

Apr 6, 2026·41m
visibility problemword-of-mouth referralsbranding
EP264: How Contractors Are Making Money With Government Jobs (Inside Peacock Floors with Daniella Devine)

EP264: How Contractors Are Making Money With Government Jobs (Inside Peacock Floors with Daniella Devine)

Mar 30, 2026·45m
Daniella DevinePeacock Floorsgovernment contracting
EP263: You're optimizing the wrong thing: Why Contractors Struggle to grow

EP263: You're optimizing the wrong thing: Why Contractors Struggle to grow

Mar 23, 2026·31m
contractor growthestimating processsales optimization
EP262 (Replay): The Harsh Realities of stating a Construction Business

EP262 (Replay): The Harsh Realities of stating a Construction Business

Mar 16, 2026·37m
construction businessemotional cycle of changevalley of despair
EP261: Building Trust and Value: Rick Storlie on Effective Client Conversion

EP261: Building Trust and Value: Rick Storlie on Effective Client Conversion

Mar 9, 2026·50m
Rick StorlieBuilder Lead Converterclient acquisition
EP260: The Hidden Costs of Decision Fatigue: Why Contractors Struggle and How to Fix It

EP260: The Hidden Costs of Decision Fatigue: Why Contractors Struggle and How to Fix It

Mar 2, 2026·47m
Decision FatigueContractorsMental Depletion
EP259: One big lesson after 18 years: Kyle Hunt with remodelers on the rise

EP259: One big lesson after 18 years: Kyle Hunt with remodelers on the rise

Feb 23, 2026·50m
Kyle HuntRemodelers on the Risebusiness coaching
EP258: Overcoming Challenges in Construction: Insights from Mark Story of Commercial Construction Services

EP258: Overcoming Challenges in Construction: Insights from Mark Story of Commercial Construction Services

Feb 16, 2026·50m
Mark StoryCommercial Construction Servicesdata centers
EP257: Profit is not a dirty word

EP257: Profit is not a dirty word

Feb 9, 2026·42m
Profit marginsContractor pricingFinancial stress
EP256: From Admin Overload to Efficiency: The Ultimate Guide to Hiring a Virtual Assistant

EP256: From Admin Overload to Efficiency: The Ultimate Guide to Hiring a Virtual Assistant

Feb 2, 2026·42m
Virtual AssistantContractor BusinessAdmin Overload
EP255: Hiring, culture, and leadership: Insights from Nicolas Breedlove with playgroundequipment.com

EP255: Hiring, culture, and leadership: Insights from Nicolas Breedlove with playgroundequipment.com

Jan 26, 2026·40m
Nicolas Breedlovecommercial playground equipmentAAA State of Play
EP254: Contractor Tech Stack For 2026

EP254: Contractor Tech Stack For 2026

Jan 19, 2026·25m
Remarkable tabletHollyland Lark M2DJI Osmo Pocket 3
EP253: How to seperate yourself from the competition in 2026

EP253: How to seperate yourself from the competition in 2026

Jan 12, 2026·44m
Contractor Profit BlueprintNEXT Insurancebranding
EP252: Understanding The Five Money Personalities with Leanne Ozane

EP252: Understanding The Five Money Personalities with Leanne Ozane

Jan 5, 2026·45m
Leanne Ozanemoney personalitiesfinancial psychology
EP251: 5 Moves Contractors Need To Take In 2026

EP251: 5 Moves Contractors Need To Take In 2026

Dec 29, 2025·49m
pricing strategyjob costingsales process