Blue Collar StartUp - Episode 20: Luke Michaels (Michaels Group Homes)
In this episode, our hosts Mike Nelson and Derek Foster interview Luke Michaels, the main man behind Michaels Group Homes! His third-generation business has undergone a lot of trials and changes throughout the years, and Derek and Mike can definitely relate - find out just what they went through by giving this episode a listen!
Welcome to Blue Collar StartUp, the podcast!
Our Mission is Simple: To facilitate the growth and development of Blue Collar businesses. We will showcase REAL Blue Collar businesses in interviews, and use these stories to help educate and empower the next generation of trades workers to become Blue Collar business owners!
Luke Michaels - Michaels Home Group
00:16 - Introduction
02:51 - Three Generations of Michaels Group Homes!
06:03 - When Life Gives You Lemons…
06:51 - Whiny Moments: Don’t Ever Let Monday Ruin Your Sunday!
08:44 - Seizing an Opportunity: Nothing Wrong With It!
11:21 - Living Up to the Legacy… Best Not to Think About It!
13:44 - Stick to the Process; But Update It When Necessary!
17:00 - Applying Economics to Homebuilding
19:38 - Luke’s Biggest Challenge: Dealing With the Development Red Tape!
23:02 - Some Excellent Advice: If You Can, Work for Yourself!
28:01 - Preparing For the Market Stabilization
31:03 - Youth Opportunities
36:28 - Only Let Your Organization Grow as Big as You Can Keep it Running Smoothly!
40:45 - Is College Right For You? Yes: IF You Have a Plan!
43:04 - Living With a Psychologist
43:46 - Routines Help Keep You Grounded: Mike Loves Podcasts!
46:35 - Luke’s Favorite Podcasts: Joe Rogan, and Doughboys!
47:31 - Our Goal: To Reach, Connect and Aid Current and Future Tradespeople!
49:19 - Tech Jobs: Sexy, But Not Necessarily Secure! Trades Can Be Recession-Proof!
51:45 - There’s a Lot of Opportunity Locally! No Inattentive National Builders Here!
52:33 - Closing Remarks: How to Get in Touch
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