Real Estate & Construction
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Catherine Bell (Titan Impact Group)
In this episode of the Achieve Podcast, host Taylor Baker talks with Catherine Bell, entrepreneur, investor, and President of Titan Impact Group, about building wealth with intention, creating financial stability through passive income, and using business to make a real difference in people’s lives. Catherine opens up about the personal experiences that shaped her perspective
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Eric Chebil (Nest Navigate)
In this episode of the Achieve Podcast, host Taylor Baker sits down with Eric Chebil, founder and CEO of Nest Navigate, to discuss his journey in real estate and the mission behind simplifying the home buying process. The conversation centers on improving transparency, education, and support for buyers navigating one of life’s most complex financial
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Ty McBride (Preservan® Wood Care & Repair)
In this episode, host Taylor Baker speaks with Ty McBride, founder and owner of Preserven, a specialized wood rot repair company, about building a niche business, scaling through franchising, and redefining value in the home services industry. The conversation centers on the power of focus, customer-centric innovation, and practical marketing strategies that drive sustainable growth.
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John DeCausmaker (Little John’s Lawns)
In this episode of the Achieve Podcast, host Taylor Baker sits down with John DeCausmaker, owner of Little John’s Lawns, to discuss his journey from job loss to building a rapidly growing landscaping business. The conversation centers on resilience, scrappy beginnings, and the systems and mindset required to scale a service-based company. What You’ll Learn
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Bubba Thurman (Baker Brothers Plumbing Air & Electric)
In this episode, host Taylor Baker sits down with Bubba Thurman, President of Baker Brothers Plumbing, Air, and Electrical, to discuss leadership, scaling a legacy business, and evolving a service company to meet modern demands. The conversation centers on growth through innovation, culture, and operational excellence in a long-established family-founded company. What You’ll Learn: This
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Ben Laube (Ben Laube Homes)
In this episode, host Taylor Baker speaks with Ben Laube, a real estate broker, team leader, and AI entrepreneur, about his journey building a high-performing real estate business and his expansion into leveraging AI to transform the industry. What You’ll Learn Ben Laube’s journey highlights the power of combining operational excellence with forward-thinking innovation. By
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Rich Szecsy (Big Town Concrete)
In this episode, host Taylor Baker sits down with Rich Szecsy, CEO of Big Town Concrete and a PhD-trained civil engineer, to explore his unconventional journey into the ready-mix concrete industry and the critical role concrete plays in modern infrastructure. The conversation centers on leadership, industry expertise, and the often-overlooked complexity and importance of concrete
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Trevor Maddux (Cransten)
In this episode of the Achieve Podcast, host Jessie Warner sits down with Trevor Maddux, CEO of Cranston and entrepreneur in the home services and software space, to discuss building a scalable handyman and remodeling business and the challenges of innovating in a fragmented industry. What You’ll Learn: Trevor Maddux’s journey highlights the realities of
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Mike Ruffell & Kyle Hafen (Structured Homes)
In this episode, host Taylor Baker speaks with Kyle Hafen, founder and CEO of Structured Homes, and Mike Ruffell, COO of the company. The conversation explores how they are transforming the housing industry through innovative modular homes built from shipping containers, while addressing affordability, efficiency, and modern housing challenges. What You’ll Learn: Kyle Hafen and