StoneTalk Archives
Here are links to all the StoneTalk episodes AND transcripts. Subscribe to the podcast in iTunes or via RSS.
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StoneTalk Episode 44 – Evan Kruger
In StoneTalk Episode 44, Patrick speaks with Evan Kruger of Solid Tops. Listen to this episode to learn more about: The importance of differentiating your business The difference between big box stores and selling direct to customers The value of focusing your...
StoneTalk Episode 43 – Rich Katzmann
In StoneTalk Episode 43, Patrick speaks with Rich Katzmann of Laser Products. Listen to this episode to learn more about: The importance of having passion for your work The value of combining creativity and business sense How to connect the dots in the digital...
StoneTalk Episode 42 – Scott Lardner
In StoneTalk Episode 42, Patrick speaks with Scott Lardner of Rocky Mountain Stone. Listen to this episode to learn more about: The joy of working with family How to succeed in an area where the population is spread out When it can be useful to downsize The importance...
StoneTalk Episode 41 – Ryan Olson & Dan O’Keefe
In StoneTalk Episode 41, Patrick speaks with Ryan Olson & Dan O'Keefe of Job Well Done. Listen to this episode to learn more about: The value of helping field workers get targeted information Making it easier to take before/after photos Getting electronic...
StoneTalk Episode 40 – Jon Lancto
In StoneTalk Episode 40, Patrick speaks with Jon Lancto of Artisan Group and MIA. Listen to this episode to learn more about: Sharing best practices and buying power across companies The trend toward paperless A simple way to reconcile inventory Ever increasing...
StoneTalk Episode 39 – Mike Schlough and Rob Bromley
In StoneTalk Episode 39, Patrick speaks with Mike Schlough (Co-President) and Rob Bromley (Sales Consultant) of Park Industries. We're big fans of Park's "digital expos" - so be sure to attend one if you get the chance. Listen to this episode to learn more about: What...
Buy Stone Direct: StoneTalk Episode 38 with Vinny Tavares and Jesse Miller
In StoneTalk Episode 38, Patrick speaks with Vinny Tavares of Pacific Shore Stones and Jesse Miller of Integrity Enterprises about buying stone direct. Listen to this episode or read the transcript to discover: The value of buying stone direct from the source The...
Stone Industry Education in StoneTalk 37 with Aaron Dahnke
Sorry the show went dark for a while ... we were focused on putting on a great show with our first live, in-person training in Houston. But now we're back! In StoneTalk Episode 37, Patrick digs into stone industry education opportunities with Aaron Dahnke of MIA+BSI....
StoneTalk Episode 35: Get Up-to-Date with OSHA! – with Jim Hieb
In StoneTalk Episode 35, Patrick speaks with Jim Hieb of MIA. Listen to this episode or read the transcript to discover: The role of an industry association like Marble Institute of America and its partnership with Building Stone Institute New OSHA requirements and...
StoneTalk Episode 34: Say Yes to TV – with Carmina Mendez
In StoneTalk Episode 34, Patrick speaks with Carmina Mendez of AMC Countertops. Listen to this episode or read the transcript to discover: How partnering with a key vendor like Cosentino can help you build your business The value of adding a showroom to expand beyond...