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Tired of hearing the same success story over and over? The On Ramp is an interview series highlighting people who faced obstacles on the winding road to success. Venture capitalist and poet Arteen Arabshahi speaks with entrepreneurs, executives, and creatives to give you tangible lessons and honest retrospectives learned from their moments of adversity. Season One: being laid off.
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Builder365 with Jeff Shore and Amy O'Connor is a podcast that celebrates and bolsters the homebuilding industry through levity, banter, and thoughtful conversation. The members of the Shore team take their work seriously, and themselves less so. They’ll speak with and learn from new home industry experts in the fields of sales, marketing, customer experience, home design, modeling and more. Tune in for a fun, genuine and thoughtful conversation filled with laughter and newfound knowledge to ...
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In this episode we are joined by Alaina Money-Garman, the founder and chief executive officer of Garman Homes, to share her journey and insights into the home building industry. As a visionary leader, Alaina offers a deep dive into the challenges and opportunities faced by women in construction, the importance of leadership development, and how to …
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In This Episode Carol Ruiz, the owner and founder of Newground PR and Media, discusses the role of PR in home building and protecting a brand's reputation, as well as the importance of media training for executives. Carol also shares insights on crisis communications and the power of third-party credibility in PR. The conversation concludes with re…
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In this episode Jim Adams, the founder of NewHomesDirectory.com, shares his entrepreneurial journey and mindset. The conversation revolves around the themes of persistence in the face of failure. The discussion highlights the significance of setting goals, the role of passion, and the impact of AI on the industry. Jim emphasizes the need for confid…
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In This Episode Tim Sullivan, the Chief Advisory Officer for Zonda, shares his career journey in the home building industry, from starting as an intern in market research to becoming a leader in the field. He also discusses the challenges and opportunities facing the home building industry, including the impact of new economic policies, interest ra…
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In This Episode Alaina Robertson, the Division President for Taylor Morrison shares her inspiring journey in the home building industry, offering invaluable advice for young women aspiring to leadership roles. She opens up about the unique challenges of navigating the complex regulations in the Portland market and highlights the many positives of w…
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In This Episode Jeff Shore is joined by Alex Hunter, Vice President of Marketing at Higharc, to delve into the growing importance of personalization in the home building industry. As customers' expectations evolve, particularly among millennials, the need for personalized experiences has become paramount. Alex shares his expertise on how technology…
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In This Episode: Bob Mirman, CEO of Eliant, a customer experience research organization, talks about the impact of customer feedback on improving the home buying process and shares insights from his new book, Homebuyers Talk. Jeff and Bob also discuss the low-hanging fruit for builders to enhance the customer experience, such as delivering clean ho…
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In This Episode: Brian Cutting, Division President of Woodside Homes, shares his insights on the significant challenges facing the industry, including housing affordability, land availability, labor shortages, and finding good people. He also shares why good time management is crucial for successful executives. Beyond the business, Brian opens up a…
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In This Episode Jeff is joined by Michelle Bendien, senior trainer at Shore Consulting, to discuss the importance of presentation skills and strategies for improvement. Michelle shares her journey from being a radio personality to becoming a skilled presenter and trainer. They emphasize the significance of practice and repetition in building confid…
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In This Episode: Mary Beth Berry joins Jeff and Amy to discuss the importance of coaching and being coached in the home building industry. They highlight the misconceptions and challenges that managers and employees face when it comes to coaching. They emphasize the need for regular and intentional coaching sessions, as well as the value of repetit…
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On this special episode of Builder365, Jeff and Amy are joined by Shore Consulting Trainers Michelle Bendien and Mary Beth Berry! The group begins by examining data on cost burden and homelessness across different states, shedding light on the challenges faced by many communities. The conversation then shifts to the unique lifestyle of a traveling …
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In This Episode Jeff has an enlightening conversation with Nick Rhodes and Shant Suntani from Esperanza Homes as they delve into their experiences as small regional builders in Southwest Texas. They highlight the unique challenges and advantages of serving a market with a low price point and low income levels. They emphasize the importance of under…
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In this episode of Builder365, we are honored to have Doug Bauer, CEO of TRI Pointe Homes, join us for an insightful discussion on the crucial aspects of leadership and the home building industry. Throughout the conversation, he emphasizes the value of authenticity and humility in leadership, sharing his passion for working with teams and developin…
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In this episode, we sit down with Mike Woodley, a seasoned architect, to delve into the dynamic world of home architecture and design. Join Jeff and Mike as they explore how popular reality TV design shows have influenced trends and the growing demand for flexible room designs. They tackle the pressing issue of housing affordability, discussing inn…
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Join Jeff as he sits down with Allie Cote and William Holmes from Opendoor to explore the diverse factors influencing Baby Boomers' decisions to buy or sell homes. They delve into how lifestyle, family dynamics, health considerations, and financial situations shape these critical choices. The discussion also highlights the impact of interest rates …
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In This Episode: Ryan DeYoung, the president of De Young Properties in Fresno, California, discusses the challenges and opportunities of running a family business, the importance of providing a unique and exceptional customer experience, and the need for innovation in the industry. Ryan also shares his insights on risk management, efficiency, and t…
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In This Episode: Ronda Conger discusses the importance of loving what you do and surrounding yourself with good people. She shares her journey in the industry and her passion for home building. Ronda emphasizes the need for human-centric leadership and the power of maximizing the potential of others. They also touch on the taboo topic of love in bu…
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In today’s episode: Jeff Shore and Ryan Taft discuss the importance of being a good storygetter and how it can lead to deeper relationships and more sales. They emphasize the need for genuine curiosity and the ability to listen and ask meaningful questions. They also highlight the power of retelling stories, reliving the emotions associated with th…
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Mollie Elkman discusses the importance of understanding the target demographic and making informed decisions in marketing. She also talks about the evolution of marketing trends, the impact of AI, and the need to constantly adapt and improve in the industry. The conversation highlights the significance of connecting with the audience's problems and…
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Erica Lockwood discusses her journey into executive recruiting, emphasizing the importance of cultural alignment and the challenges of finding the right fit for both candidates and companies. She highlights the significance of not just chasing titles or salaries but finding a role and company culture that align with one's values and professional go…
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In today’s episode: Sara Williams shares her evolving journey with AI technology and its transformative impact on her life and career. She emphasizes the importance of mastering AI technologies, like ChatGPT and YOU.com, to boost productivity and efficiency across various life and work domains. Sara also explores AI's promising potential within the…
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In today’s episode: Liesel Cooper shares her journey in the home building industry, where quick decision-making and embracing risks are part of the daily grind. Tune in as Liesel discusses navigating the complexities of a male-dominated field with empathy and self-awareness, revealing the keys to her successful career and impactful leadership. Time…
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Larry Webb, a veteran in the home building industry, joins Jeff Shore as the first guest on the Builder365 podcast! Larry shares his journey from being a history teacher to becoming a successful home builder and emphasizes the importance of people and relationships in the industry! Builder365 is powered by Opendoor for Builders. For easy sales and …
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In the debut episode of Builder365, hosts Jeff Shore and Amy O'Connor dive into the heart of homebuilding, celebrating its achievements and addressing its challenges. Builder365 is powered by Opendoor for Builders. For easy sales and smooth moves, visit www.opendoor.com/builder365 Jeff & Amy discuss housing affordability, spotlighting 3D-printed ho…
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Continuing our journey into the theme of being laid off, today we talk with writer Rick Garman. Rick has written more than 24 films, four novels, and a dozen travel books. Most recently, he Executive Produced Mix Up in the Mediterranean, which airs on the Hallmark Channel February 20, 2021 at 9/8c. Our conversation unpacks his winding career, in wh…
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Although people speak about failure more often these days, the conversations are still very theoretical. With phrases like ‘fail forward’ and ‘pivot’ thrown around all the time, it can be hard to know how to deal with failure in a more practical sense. As someone who has been laid off twice, John Tabis knows what it feels like to fail. He is the lo…
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We have another inspiring conversation today on The On Ramp! Joining us is the Founder and CEO of Hacware, Tiffany Ricks. Hacware is an AI-driven cybersecurity business that helps protect against phishing attacks. Tiffany has been featured in SXSW, 2020 TechCrunch Startup Battlefield, WSJ, and 2021 Cybersecurity Innovator of the Year finalist by D …
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Starting over and picking yourself up after setbacks is not always easy, but it is something that those who succeed do time and again. Not only has today’s guest, Jeremy Smith, never let failures get him down, but he has actually leaned into them and always maintained his infectious, positive energy throughout the journey. Jeremy is the co-founder …
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This season we focus on highlighting the different experiences around getting laid off. All of our guests will be sharing stories of how this often difficult circumstance turned out to be some sort of a blessing. In this episode, we are joined by Charisse Fontes, the Founder of CultureCircle and Humanity Power, where she works to create inclusive w…
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Tired of hearing the same success story over and over? The On Ramp is an interview series highlighting people who faced obstacles on the winding road to success. Award-winning venture capitalist and poet Arteen Arabshahi speaks with entrepreneurs, executives, and creatives to give you tangible lessons and honest retrospectives learned from their mo…
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