Fence Guy Podcast
Fence Guy Podcast is where fence pros pull up a chair and have real, unfiltered conversations about jobs, growth, and lessons learned. 💪🔥
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Bonus Episode: Beyond the Fence Line: Industry Drama, AI vs. Software, and What "Value" Really Means
<p>In this Friday episode of the Fence Guy Podcast, host Craig is joined live from the AFA Mid-Year event in Cleveland by special guest Justin Nary!</p> <p>The guys sit down for an unscripted, deep-dive discussion covering:</p> AFA Mid-Year & Ag Professionals: What really happens at mid-year meetings and how the American Fence Association is bridging the gap with the agricultural fencing community . Industry Drama & Respect: Why online posturing and Facebook drama are holding the trade back—and how contractors can learn to disagree respectfully . AI vs. Dedicated Software: The debate on using AI assistants versus established tools li...
108. How He Went From Sleeping in a Truck to Building a Vegas Empire | Brian's Story
<p>In this episode of the Fence Guy Podcast, we sit down with Brian to talk about his incredible journey from sleeping in a Toyota truck in circus parking lots at 19 to building a powerhouse business in Las Vegas and launching The Fence Show !</p> <p>If you're in the trades, running a fence business, or just love a good hustle story, this episode is a must-watch!</p> <p>👉 Check out The Fence Show: https://fenceshow.com</p> <p> </p> <p>#FenceGuyPodcast #FencingIndustry #BusinessHustle #LasVegasBusiness #TheFenceShow #Trades #ContractorLife</p>
Bonus Episode: Off the Hip in Ohio: Growth, Vinyl Switches & Knowing Your Numbers with Johnny Myers
<p>Live from AFA Mid-Year in Cleveland Ohio, Craig sits down with Johnny Myers for an unscripted, off-the-cuff bonus episode! </p> <p >In this episode, we dive into:</p> <p > 🏀 Balancing Business & Family: How a "family first, fence second" culture keeps team leadership grounded .</p> <p >🏗️ Strategic Moves: Switching vinyl manufacturers and bringing fabrication in-house to crush lead times .</p>
107. Behind the Scenes of a 200k+ YouTube Channel with Dan Olson
<p>On this Taco Tuesday edition of the Fence Guy Podcast, Craig sits down with Dan Olson, the accidental face of SWI Fence's massive, educational YouTube page .</p> <p>From getting a camera unexpectedly thrown in his face on day one to managing thousands of DIY comments (and the occasional internet hater), Dan pulls back the curtain on what it really takes to run one of the largest informational trade channels on the web . We also dive deep into his passion for high-end woodworking, how extreme attention to detail translates directly to a flawless gate install, and the hilarious office...
Bonus Episode: What "Value" Actually Means in the Fence Business (And Why Low Prices Are a Trap)
<p >What is "value" really? Why does everyone want it, but almost nobody can actually define it?</p> <p >In this solo episode of Fence Guy Podcast, Craig breaks down the real definition of value in business and why competing on price is a losing game. Whether you're a homeowner looking at three different quotes or a contractor trying to win high-quality jobs, understanding the gap between expectation and reality changes everything.</p> <p >Craig also digs deep into the data behind podcast sponsorships, sharing real stats from HubSpot, Edison Research, and eMarketer on why host-read ads and brand building c...
106. Shawn King: The Truth About Industry Drama & Building a Legacy
<p >NOTE: This is an audio-only episode release.</p> <p > Welcome back to another episode of Fence Guy Podcast! In this massive, open-book episode, we are joined by the one and only Shawn King . We break down the record-breaking numbers, dive deep into the real stories behind industry drama, and clear the air once and for all . </p> <p > From battling superficial online "hate" to the raw truth of losing a job bid to your own spouse, Sean holds nothing back . If you want to know what it actually takes to innovate, protect your brand, and transition a multi-million dollar...
Bonus Episode: How Much Does YouTube Actually Pay? (And Our Plan to Give It Away)
<p>Hey Fence Fam! First and foremost, a massive thank you to every single one of the 1,000 real people who hit that subscribe button on our YouTube channel ! Hitting 1k is an incredible milestone, but as Craig breaks down in today's episode, it's just the starting line—not the finish line .</p> <p>Today, we are pulling back the curtain on the YouTube Partner Program (YPP) with real conversations and real numbers—absolutely no fluff . We're breaking down what it actually takes to get paid by YouTube, the reality of the 4,000-hour watch time threshold, and why shorts don't help you...
105. Taking Over the Show: Sean Behensky's Big Move to Imperial Fence Supply
<p>In this episode, guest host Dan Wheeler steps in for Craig to chat with fence industry veteran Sean Behensky about his massive new venture . After leaving CMM, Sean is launching a brand-new Midwest branch for Imperial Fence Supply based right out of New Paris, Indiana .</p> <p>Dan and Sean dive deep into why regional-based suppliers are taking over the industry, the logistical genius of buying quarter and half-truckloads, and what it truly takes to scale a blue-collar business . They also look at the common pitfalls of modern fence business owners, the "lazy ambitious" trap, and why answering your...
Bonus Episode: What Giannis Antetokounmpo Taught Me About Running a Business
<p>What do a viral NBA press conference, Michael Jordan, and your bank account have in common?</p> <p>In this solo episode of Fence Guy Podcast, Craig steps away from the typical fencing talk to break down one of the most important mindsets any business owner can adopt .</p> <p>Remember back in 2023 when the number-one seed Milwaukee Bucks were knocked out of the playoffs, and a reporter asked Giannis Antetokounmpo if the season was a failure? Giannis's viral response completely flipped the script on what it means to fall short—arguing that there is no failure in sports, onl...
104.Building The Honest Builder: Decreasing the Pain in the Construction Trades
<p>In this episode of Fence Guy Podcast, Craig sits down with first-time guest Kevin Hohe, a 36-year-old third-generation fence contractor who helped scale a family business from $4 million to a budgeted $90 million . Kevin unloads 10 years of raw, unfiltered takes on the construction industry, explaining why he believes traditional college routes are often a waste for tradespeople and how private equity is cannibalizing beloved family legacies .</p> <p>Craig and Kevin dive deep into the launch of The Honest Builder—a decentralized, self-run community designed to bring high-level EOS coaching and mentorship to the most vulnerable solopreneurs and "last hammers" on...
