Saturday Jan 25, 2020
IBS, WRLA, DeckExpo, LOC...Trade Shows, Are They Worth It? // Episode 62
The Ultimate Deck Podcast
The Ultimate Deck Podcast is your go-to show for everything backyard building — from decks and railings to patios, pergolas, and fences. Whether you’re a DIY homeowner planning your dream outdoor space or a contractor looking for smarter tools and materials, this podcast delivers expert advice, product insights, and real-world tips to help you build better. Hosted by Shane Chapman from The Ultimate Deck Shop, each episode tackles common questions, new trends, and industry know-how — with zero fluff and lots of practical value.
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Sunday Jan 19, 2020
Sunday Jan 19, 2020
One of the biggest challenges of running a business in the decking industry, or literally any industry ever, is finding good people. As a business grows beyond the founder doing everything, it's pivotal to find the people that can help you succeed. And there's a few key points that help weed through the masses to find those good people. We tackle that on Episode 61.
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Friday Jan 10, 2020
Friday Jan 10, 2020
It's not often that contractors are so in tune with the backend of their business, but Michael Scott of Simcoe Decks has a passion for the numbers. In spite of being in the very early stages of his company, Mike understands the importance of knowing your numbers, implementing processes, and the psychology of his customers. There's a lot to learn in today's episode of The Ultimate Deck Podcast, episode 60.
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Friday Jan 03, 2020
Friday Jan 03, 2020
Goodbye 2019, Hello 2020! At this time of year, the gyms are full and burger joints see a slump in sales as we all make resolutions that we hold for at least 72 hours. But what about your business? This is a great time to make some adjustments and get off to a good start for the year. So here are 5 resolutions you should consider for your business.
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Tuesday Dec 31, 2019
Tuesday Dec 31, 2019
What a year it's been! In late 2018, we decided to start a podcast. We had an idea in mind and knew what we wanted to do, but no concrete plan. Well, as it turned out, 2019 was a great year for the podcast. And so, let's have a look at the who, the what, and the how 2019 treated The Ultimate Deck Podcast.
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Friday Dec 20, 2019
Friday Dec 20, 2019
On today's podcast, Shane and Justin chat it up with Vinyl Guys owner, Ryan Leslie. Operating out of Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, Canada, Vinyl Guys is a fence and deck company that focuses on high quality, maintenance free solutions. Listen to learn a little more about Ryan and his company!
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Saturday Dec 14, 2019
Saturday Dec 14, 2019
As Christmas draws near, we list off 12 items that any deck builder should love to find under the tree, to make their work lives easier, more efficient, and more enjoyable. Merry Christmas!
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Saturday Dec 07, 2019
Saturday Dec 07, 2019
The NADRA Deck Award dinner happened in Louisville, Kentucky during Deck Expo 2019. Winners from 24 categories were announced, and the hardware was handed out. One today's episode, we discuss the award categories and who won them, and follow that up with 10 reasons why you might want to consider entering in 2020!
Find the award winning projects here: https://www.nadra.org/awards/2019-awards
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Monday Dec 02, 2019
Monday Dec 02, 2019
When the snow falls, the phone stops ringing. But for homeowners, the winter can be an ideal time to invest in a deck. Here are 6 reasons why a winter build make good sense!
BONUS: At the end of the episode, Shane, Wade, Justin, and Pat partake in the One Chip Challenge... the hottest tortilla chip on the planet. Ouchie.
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