Ed Earl is The Zen Builder. He is a nationwide luxury home construction advisor who guides clients through the construction process. He jumps on with the guys to talk about why he stuck with construction, the use of technology, and why you shouldn't take things personally. This episode is brought to you by Duration Moulding and Millwork. DURATION is the industry leader in Poly-Ash moulding, millwork, beveled siding, and custom siding. Our products are available throughout the U.S. <a href= "http://durationmillwork.com/">durationmillwork.com</a> @durationmouldingandmillwork on Instagram Where to find our guest: @the_zen_builder on Instagram <a href= "https://bit.ly/ZenBuilderLesson7">https://bit.ly/ZenBuilderLesson7</a> Where to find our hosts: Nick Schiffer @nsbuilders on Instagram and NS Builders on YouTube Tyler Grace @TRGHomeconcepts on Instagram John Hourihan @heresjohnnyh & @vintagebuilders on Instagram Follow The Modern Craftsman on Instagram @the.moderncraftsman Music: "Dessert" by Nate Gusakov nategusakov.com

#131 UK Builder Gary Kelly

The Modern Craftsman is a podcast for builders who think beyond the jobsite. Hosted by Nick Schiffer and Tyler Grace, this show explores what it takes to build a better business, a stronger team, and a more sustainable career in the trades.

Each episode features real conversations about leadership, project management, client communication, team culture, mental resilience, and long-term success in construction. Whether you're a carpenter scaling your company, a remodeler refining your process, or a builder navigating burnout, you'll find insight, support, and hard-earned lessons from those who've lived it.