Stonetalk Podcast

In Episode 25, Patrick speaks with Ed Hill of Synchronous Solutions Listen to this episode to learn: The concept of “throughput” vs. square feet and how it can positively impact your bottom line In any business process, there is a natural weak link – you must identify this link, called…

In Episode 24, Patrick speaks with Brian Johnson, CEO of Johnson Granite Listen to this episode or read the transcript to learn: When it makes sense to expand into new surface types How to develop commercial business when you’re used to retail/wholesale Why designers are important and how to work…

In Episode 22, Patrick speaks with Jeremiah Rivers, President of Rivers’Edge Countertops, Inc. in Oklahoma. Listen to this episode or read the transcript to learn: How to set yourself apart in a saturated market The importance of having a great relationship with one distributor How financial guarantees help secure long-term…

In episode 21, Patrick speaks with Scott Hanes, owner of Majestic Marble & Granite in Orlando, Florida. Listen to this episode or read the transcript to learn: Why it can actually be a problem to have granite become the standard countertop material in your market How going digital can give…

In episode 20, Patrick speaks with Terrance Jacobs of TCL Asset Group. Listen to this episode or read the transcript to learn: 8/5/2015 Auction of Breton equipment and lots of Cambria Why you should get your equipment appraised The difference between a business valuation and asset audit Red flags to…

In episode 19, Patrick speaks with Dave Scott, owner of Slabworks of Montana Listen to this episode or read the transcript to learn How to know when you’re really succeeding – and what to measure How to succeed in smaller markets How to find good employees in smaller markets How…