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June 5, 2025

Be decisive but don’t rush

When things get tight in your remodeling business, tough calls have to be made Kyle Hunt shares a reminder from the 2008 downturn and what remodelers wished they had done sooner Cutting overhead or staffing might feel painful but clarity and balance are key 🎧 Full episode 10 Ways to…

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June 5, 2025

10 Ways to Stay Upbeat (When Business Has You Feeling Beat Up)

Feeling the weight of a slow season or just a tough week in business? You’re not alone. In this solo episode, Kyle shares 10 practical, encouraging, and energizing strategies to help remodelers stay positive, focused, and productive—especially when business feels harder than usual. From sharpening your sales skills to improving…

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June 4, 2025

Hat of the Week Riemco Design + Build

This week’s Hat of the Week goes to Riemco Design + Build from Chelsea, MI—and this one was hand-delivered by Rob and Maria themselves! Rob and Maria are exceptional builders and remodelers with a reputation for quality, kindness, and a whole lot of smarts. Their long-standing team reflects the culture…

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June 4, 2025

How to Stay Hopeful When Business Gets Hard #remodelersontherise

Feeling beat up by the ups and downs of remodeling business? In this clip from Remodelers On The Rise, Kyle shares a reminder to stay hopeful, stay steady, and use the slower seasons to build something stronger. 👇 Full episode drops tomorrow! #RemodelersOnTheRise #RemodelingBusiness #BusinessMindset #ContractorTips #EntrepreneurMotivation

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May 29, 2025

The Power of Peer Groups for Remodelers

What happens when you get in a room with remodelers who aren’t your competition—but are rooting for your success? You get honest feedback. Real support. And breakthroughs you didn’t even know you needed. That’s the power of a Remodelers Peer Group. No competing. Just clarity, connection, and growth. If you’ve…

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May 29, 2025

Planning for the Unexpected: Protecting Your Remodeling Business

In this episode of Remodelers On The Rise, Kyle Hunt sits down with attorney Jennifer Winegardner to discuss a critical topic many remodelers overlook—estate planning and business succession. From wills to trusts, powers of attorney to living wills, Jennifer explains the five essential documents every business owner should have in…

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May 28, 2025

The “Turkey Attack” Plan Every Remodeler Needs

In tomorrow’s episode of Remodelers On The Rise, Kyle reveals his backup plan in case he’s ever taken out by a rogue flock of turkeys (yes, seriously). It’s funny—but it’s also a powerful reminder to get your estate and business planning in order.

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May 27, 2025

Tired of being pulled in 10 directions every day?

In this clip, Kyle Hunt shares a simple strategy that’s helped countless remodelers get their time back: time blocking. Learn how structured appointment windows can elevate your professionalism and boost your productivity. #TimeBlocking #RemodelersOnTheRise #KyleHunt #SmallBusinessTips #ProductivityHacks #RemodelingBusiness

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May 23, 2025

Hat of the Week: Ratboys Edition

This week’s Hat of the Week is a bit of a curveball — and one of my new favorites. During an in-person Elevate peer group meeting, the crew wrapped up a full day of strategy and systems work and then headed out to downtown Ann Arbor for some fun. Their…

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May 22, 2025

Who’s Your Next Hire? Here’s How to Decide #remodelersontherise

Hiring soon and not sure who to bring on next? In this clip from Remodelers On The Rise, Kyle Hunt breaks down how to identify bottlenecks, evaluate your org chart, and make a hiring decision rooted in strategy—not stress. Whether you’re eyeing a designer, bookkeeper, or office assistant, this will…

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May 22, 2025

Effectively Choosing Your Next Hire

Who is your next hire, and why? In this episode of Remodelers On The Rise, Kyle Hunt tackles this critical question! Learn how to evaluate your current and future org charts, identify bottlenecks, and make hiring decisions based on strategy—not guesswork. Whether you're considering a designer, bookkeeper, or office assistant,…

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May 21, 2025

The One Exercise That Will Clarify Your Next Business Move #remodelersontherise

Who should you hire next in your remodeling business? Don’t guess map it. In this episode, Kyle explains how to create your current and future org chart to identify where you're overloaded, what roles you truly need, and how to plan for them financially. Whether you’re wearing all the hats…

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May 20, 2025

Your Culture Exists—Even If You Didn't Create It #remodelersontherise

Your company already has a culture—whether it's intentional or not. Are you shaping it, or letting it run itself?

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May 19, 2025

Slow Down and Grow Right #remodelersontherise

🚫 A thriving business is NOT worth sacrificing your marriage, your kids, or the life you love. In this clip, Kyle Hunt challenges the hustle mindset and offers a better path: one built with balance, purpose, and sustainable growth. 🎧 Want more real talk like this? Subscribe for more Remodelers…

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May 15, 2025

Live from JobTread Connect: Real Insights from Industry Leaders

In this episode of Remodelers On The Rise, Kyle hits the floor at JobTread Connect in Dallas, TX for quick, candid conversations with some of the brightest minds in the remodeling industry. Hear fresh takes on marketing, leadership, job costing, team culture, and more — all in a fast-paced, behind-the-scenes…

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May 9, 2025

Rise Conference 2025

Nothing replaces being in the room. The Rise Conference is happening August 5th & 6th in Ann Arbor—and it’s built for remodelers who want real connection, real strategy, and real results. Early bird pricing ends May 16. Lock in your spot now: https://remodelersontherise.com/rise/

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May 9, 2025

Hat of the Week: Greenwald & BC

This week’s Hat of the Week goes to Greenwald & BC out of Mt. Pleasant, MI—led by the incredibly sharp Colin Herren. Colin’s got one of those builder brains you can’t teach—thoughtful, precise, and committed to doing excellent work. Over the last several years of working together, I’ve watched him…

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May 8, 2025

How Remodelers Invest Their Work Time (And Why It Matters)

In this episode of Remodelers On The Rise, Kyle walks you through a time management exercise that’s helped dozens of remodelers—from solo owners to $5M+ businesses—get clear on how they’re really spending their time. From daily planning habits and stress levels to ideal vs. actual task breakdowns, this isn’t just…

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May 2, 2025

Hat of the Week: MJ’s Kitchen and Bath

This week’s hat goes to MJ’s Kitchen and Bath out of Plymouth, MI—led by Matt Jenkins (alongside his dad) and a valued part of our Elevate peer group. Matt keeps us on our toes. He talks fast, leads fast, and implements even faster. Around here, we call him a Remodeler…

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May 1, 2025

A Trip Through Kyle’s Calendar: Real Business Conversations from the Week

In this episode of Remodelers On The Rise, Kyle takes you inside his calendar and walks through a full week of coaching calls with remodelers across the country. From tough hiring decisions and leadership challenges to mindset shifts, marketing breakthroughs, and work-life balance reminders — it’s a behind-the-scenes look at…

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April 25, 2025

Hat of the Week - Sunshine on a Ranney Day

This week’s hat goes to Sunshine on a Ranney Day—a nonprofit based in Atlanta, GA, led by Peter Ranney. Peter was the very first Remodelers on the Rise coach and continues to lead with excellence in our Ignite peer group. He still runs a successful remodeling business, knows his numbers,…

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April 24, 2025

Inside Kyle’s Head: 9 Things Remodelers Need to Hear This Week

In this episode of Remodelers on the Rise, Kyle shares 9 things rolling around his head—from marketing tips to mindset resets. You'll hear practical reminders on leading your team, boosting your sales process, creating better social content (yes, Reels matter!), improving your design and development workflow, and even keeping your…

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April 23, 2025

Feeling stretched thin? #remodelersontherise

Here’s your reminder from Kyle: You can’t do it all at once — and that’s okay. Set boundaries, take care of yourself, and stay focused on the long-term vision. 🎧 Full episode drops tomorrow: Inside Kyle’s Head — 9 Things Remodelers Need to Hear This Week Only on the Remodelers…

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April 21, 2025

Remodeler Tip: Run Meetings That Don’t Suck #remodelersontherise

A great remodeling business needs better meetings—not longer ones. Here’s a simple framework for meetings that move projects forward instead of wasting time. 🎧 Full episode: Remodelers Ask, Kyle Answers #RemodelersOnTheRise #MeetingTips #TeamLeadership #ConstructionBusiness #RemodelingEfficiency

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