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381 Should You Stay in Your Lane?

Modern Craftsman

Modern Craftsman

Entrepreneurship, Education, Business, Self-improvement

4.81.2K Ratings

🗓️ 9 November 2025

⏱️ 62 minutes

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Summary

The guys dig into the real split between self-performing and running a GC outfit and what actually moves a build when design runs headfirst into the schedule. From Bugatti-level brand lessons to field fixes (bracing, factory edges, install expectations), this one's about picking a lane and building like you mean it.

Show Notes:
Anderson Windows and Big Doors Promotion (0:00)
Builder Trend and Client Management (2:13)
Harnish Workwear and Personal Experiences (3:47)
Self-Performing vs. General Contractor (5:42)
Building the Bugatti of Homes (8:50)
Balancing Hands-On Work and Management (17:58)
Efficiency and Learning from Mistakes (19:56)
Project Management and Communication (39:46)
Balancing Quality and Efficiency (47:50)
Personal Reflections and Future Goals (52:01)

Video Version:

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Transcript

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0:00.0

My belief is that we continue to march down this road with a hundred percent effort.

0:05.1

We will be in that world of only building the type of projects that we truly, truly want to be doing.

0:13.5

This podcast is brought to you by Anderson Windows.

0:18.1

So we all know Anderson is a trusted name for windows and patio doors, but here's

0:23.9

something you might not know. They also make impressive moving glass walls called big doors.

0:32.3

And these moving glass walls can help you capitalize on the indoor outdoor market even in a rough climate.

0:39.4

What's more impressive is that Anderson also has options for new homes and remodels.

0:46.1

Their folding out swing door was recently used in a Michigan remodel where it opened up an

0:51.0

entire wall of a 1950s era home. And in Minnesota, their six-panel multi-glide door

0:57.5

brought out the full beauty of a North Shore cabin retreat. These Anderson big doors bring the

1:03.6

outdoors in during summer and provide ample views and weather protection in the winter.

1:09.8

And with Anderson's proven track record and depth of support and training,

1:14.8

installing them is easier than you might think.

1:17.9

For more information, head over to andersonwindows.com slash modern craftsman.

1:23.1

Nick, I was just up in Connecticut last week installing installing a pivot door with Fine Home Building and Anderson.

1:30.8

So keep an eye out for the content that we put together there.

1:35.6

Real world, building a set, installing a door, sorting out all the details to make that process as seamless as possible for you.

1:46.2

I don't know timeline on when that content is coming out, but super proud of that was a fun job.

1:53.2

So keep an eye out.

1:54.8

Not to, uh, I mean, while we patiently wait for Tyler's video to come out, we also installed some of their big doors.

2:01.4

Uh, we actually went out to San Diego to their big door facility and used them on our

2:06.3

Echo Pond project. You can see that project on the NS Builders YouTube. This podcast also brought

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