Advice from a Young Tradesmen
3 Seasons
Noah Kanter provides a more nuanced conversation on the state of the trades from the eyes of a young paint contractor.
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27:00Episode 1
Season Opener
Episode 1
Noah kicks off season 2 with some updates and sets the tone for what to expect during season 2!
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2:42:05Episode 2
Scott Burt
Episode 2
This episode features Scott Burt of Topcoat Finishes in Jericho, VT. In addition to running a fantastic business, Scott has put an emphasis on educating other tradespeople in person and through his writing. And it turns out that Scott's writing had a huge impact on Noah's career, so there was a t...
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1:12:09Episode 3
Nichols Painting
Episode 3
This episode features husband and wife team Sam & Andrea Nichols of Nichols Painting in Souix Falls, SD. They started their business in May 2020, and we discuss getting started during a pandemic, how they prepared to leave their former jobs and go into business for themselves, and much more.
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1:30:00Episode 4
Armstrong Clark
Episode 4
Noah discusses the multigenerational origin story of Armstrong Clark with the founder, Jake Clark, and also gets into the chemistry of the product itself with the current president Brian Carter.
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2:54:27Episode 5
Zach Kenney
Episode 5
A wide ranging, long form interview with a man who needs no introduction, Zach Kenney of ZK Painting. Enjoy!
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1:10:57Episode 6
Steph Young of Pro Image
Episode 6
Steph Young, owner of Pro Image Painting in Londonderry, NH, joins for a great conversation about her business' exciting growth over the past few years. She and her partner also host the soon-to-be-released "Paint Like a Girl" podcast that will debut in April. Enjoy!
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1:24:08Episode 7
Jason Paris
Episode 7
Noah is joined by Jason Paris of Paris Painting for a fascinating discussion on the painting industry and how it has changed through time. This is the ultimate guide on the painting industry's trends, insights, and different perspectives.
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31:26Episode 8
Create, Defend, and Leverage Time
Episode 8
A good old fashioned Noah monologue meant for early phase solo people who need to escape the overwork cycle and stabilize.
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1:33:46Episode 9
Noah Gets Schooled on HR
Episode 9
Jamie Hasty of Sesco Management Consultants joins to drop a big HR knowledge bomb! This episode is a fascinating overview of all the things business owners should know, whether you have 1 or 100 employees. Get a notepad for this one!
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58:55Episode 10
BOB (Bender on Board)
Episode 10
Noah introduces his first full time employee! Well, actually she introduces herself with a great little monologue, and then we chat about what it was like to be onboarded into my current business.