Shows
Clean Power HourWhy Equity Is the Solar Industry's Secret Weapon | EP294Today on the Clean Power Hour, we sit down with the leadership team of Windfree Solar - a minority-owned, equity eligible contractor that's proving diversity isn't just good for society, it's good for business. CEO Eric Heineman, Head of O&M Cynthia Myers, and Chief Marketing Officer Steve Larosiliere share how they've built a thriving solar company by focusing on underserved communities in Chicago and Cook County.Discover how Cynthia went from growing up in foster care to becoming one of Illinois' first female solar installers and a licensed electrician. Learn why Eric believes diversity is their...2025-06-2628 min
The Woodpreneur PodcastJennifer Alger & Steve LarosiliereSteve and Jennifer analyze the evolving lumber and sawmill industry on this Woodpreneur Podcast episode, spotlighting emerging opportunities from tariffs and the power of collaboration. Jennifer outlines strategic steps for small producers—from inventory building to cooperative models—while highlighting the urban wood sector's growth potential. The discussion champions local resource utilization as a win for economic and environmental sustainability.
Key Takeaways
Tariff Advantages: New policies create prime opportunities to promote domestic wood products
Collaborative Growth: Unified industry efforts yield greater success than solo ventures
Waste Reduction: Addresses the paradox of wast...2025-04-0310 min
The Woodpreneur PodcastJennifer Alger, Host of Woodpreneur PodcastIn this episode of the Woodpreneur Podcast, host Steve Larosiliere introduces new co-host Jennifer Alger, a seasoned professional in the wood industry. They discuss Jennifer's extensive experience, the importance of collaboration in the urban lumber sector, and the launch of AncesTREE, an innovative inventory management software. Steve shares his transition to focusing on designers and builders, emphasizing the need for community and support in the woodworking industry. The episode concludes with a look at the podcast's future and the exciting developments.
Takeaways
Jennifer Alger brings extensive experience to the Woodpreneur Podcast as a seasoned...2025-03-0617 min
The Woodpreneur PodcastJoey Kochlacs: Santa Cruz Sustainable SawmillIn this episode, Steve Larosiliere interviews Joey Kochlacs of Santa Cruz Sustainable Sawmill. Joey shares his journey in the wood industry, from milling and selling raw wood to crafting high-end furniture and premium guitar tops. Recently, he took a significant step by forming an LLC to expand his business, bringing on new team members in the process. While he primarily markets his products through Instagram and word of mouth, Joey is now seeking strategies to attract high-end clients, especially in a challenging economy. Steve suggests focusing on brand building, creating a strong community, and targeting affluent individuals and high-end...2024-10-0321 min
The Woodpreneur PodcastSteve Yi: SpeToolIn this episode, Steve Larosiliere interviews Steve Yi, founder of SpeTools. Steve shares his journey of starting the company and creating woodworking tools to meet customer demands. The company started on Amazon in 2006 and quickly gained popularity. Steve discusses the challenges they faced in developing new products and the importance of customer feedback. He also mentions their focus on CNC tools for woodworking and their plans to expand their product range. Steve highlights the satisfaction he gets from solving problems for woodworkers and the excitement of identifying new opportunities in the market.
Takeaways2024-06-2725 min
The Woodpreneur PodcastMac Sheldon & John Henry: PantorouterIn this episode of the Woodpreneur Podcast, Steve Larosiliere interviews Mac Sheldon and John Henry from the Pantorouter. They discuss the origin story of the Pantorouter and how it evolved into a highly valued woodworking joinery machine. The Pantorouter solves the problem of joinery by providing a dedicated joinery machine that is safe and easy to use. It is accessible to a wide range of customers, including hobbyists, boutique furniture makers, and schools. The Pantorouter allows woodworkers to create high-quality furniture at an affordable price. The challenge lies in marketing and educating potential customers about the capabilities and benefits...2024-05-2350 min
The Woodpreneur PodcastZach Shrum: The Bearded FinisherIn this episode, Steve Larosiliere interviews Zach Shrum from Centurion Wood Coatings. Zach shares his journey into the wood coatings industry and how he transitioned from owning a painting business to working for Centurion. He discusses the company's focus on industrial wood coatings and its target market of professional cabinet makers and painters. Zach also talks about the importance of creating opportunities for others and the satisfaction of growing a business. He provides insights into Centurion's product line and their approach to finding and working with distributors. Lastly, he seeks advice on how to break past 10,000 followers on Instagram...2024-05-0950 min
The Woodpreneur PodcastBrent Gentling: BYOT Bring Your Own ToolsIn this episode of the Woodpreneur podcast, Steve Larosiliere interviews Brent from BYOT. Brent shares his journey of starting a YouTube channel focused on DIY home improvement and woodworking. He discusses how he transitioned from a full-time contractor to a content creator and the impact of COVID-19 on his business. Brent emphasizes the importance of audience-first content and the value of networking with other creators. He also shares insights on staying motivated, continuously learning, and finding success in the content creation industry. In this conversation, Steve Larosiliere speaks with Brent about time management and the importance of delegating tasks...2024-05-0751 min
The Woodpreneur PodcastCam Anderson: Blacktail StudioWelcome to a brand-new episode of the Woodpreneur Podcast. Today, your host Steve Larosiliere is joined by Cam Anderson from Blacktail Studio. Cam reflects on the changes and challenges he faced over the past few years, especially during the global pandemic. He made the daring decision to quit his full-time job as a life flight pilot to pursue woodworking and content creation. Cam shares the challenges and uncertainties he faced during this transition, especially considering his wife's business and the state of the world at the time.
Despite the initial uncertainty, Cam's decision paid off as he...2024-04-2346 min
The Woodpreneur PodcastHow to Build Craftsmanship and Legacy"The best way for you to do that is to tell more stories. Optimize your bio and post more frequently. You could even revisit your old posts and turn them into videos. Essentially, you just need to post more videos."
Steve Larosiliere
Welcome to a brand-new episode of the Woodpreneur Podcast. In this episode, I’m going to help you unlock growth for your wood business. In the fast-paced world of marketing and business, finding the right advice can often feel like searching for a needle in a haystack. But what if I told you th...2024-04-0921 min
The Woodpreneur PodcastDavid Vincenzi: Amelia Cabinet Company“When you start spending, you know, an infinite amount of time doing so, you might as well build it yourself in the first place. “
-David Vincenzi
Welcome to a brand-new episode of the Woodpreneur Podcast. Today, your host Steve Larosiliere is joined by David Vincenzi from Amelia Cabinet Company. David's journey begins with his father, an architect with a passion for cabinetry. Over 30 years ago, his father made a pivotal decision to specialize in cabinetry, laying the foundation for what would become Amelia Cabinet Company. Growing up immersed in the...2024-04-0447 min
The Woodpreneur PodcastCarving Your Niche in Carpentry"Imagine a thank you note with a poem or quote, to the client, or the GC. Right? Imagine your brand, with your, like, most famous quote, or like one of your quotes, or sayings or what have you."
-Steve Larosiliere
Welcome to a brand-new episode of the Woodpreneur Podcast. In this episode, I’m going to help you learn how to carve your niche in carpentry. In the bustling world of carpentry and construction, standing out can feel like an uphill battle. But what if I told you that your true brand li...2024-04-0206 min
The Woodpreneur PodcastCody Hansen: Plate and Nail“Instead of being in a classroom, I could be out in the field on-site doing stuff. And so I spent three years doing that. And from there, it just kept going.”
Cody Hansen
Welcome to a brand-new episode of the Woodpreneur Podcast. Today, your host Steve Larosiliere is joined by Cody Hansen from Plate and Nail. Cody's journey into carpentry didn't just start with swinging hammers and cutting wood. It began with a family legacy of craftsmanship and a deep-rooted passion for creating with his hands. His father, a seasoned handyman for...2024-03-2836 min
The Woodpreneur PodcastUnlocking Growth for your Wood Business“The reason for the appointment is to book another appointment. Never walk out of the appointment without booking another point. It could be if you sold the job, it could be an installation. It could be a remeasure.”
Steve Larosiliere
Welcome to a brand-new episode of the Woodpreneur Podcast. In this episode I’m going to help you with unlocking growth for your wood business. In the fast-paced world of marketing and business, finding the right advice can often feel like searching for a needle in a haystack. But what if I told...2024-03-2606 min
The Woodpreneur PodcastHow to Get Recurring Clients For your Wood Business"I would build a specialty website and potentially, you know, either through it or just have it, like, just build a community around parents that, and parents of special needs, and custom furniture just for them."
Steve Larosiliere
Embracing Authenticity in Marketing
The conversation begins with a refreshing honesty about discomfort with traditional marketing approaches. Jeff, despite his expertise, prefers to keep things real, admitting to his own uncertainties and mistakes. This raw authenticity serves as the cornerstone of his business...2024-03-1916 min
The Woodpreneur PodcastSecret of Attracting More Clients for Your Wood Business"If you don't show up, if you don't show up on time, you're out. If you don't do this, you're out. Like, you're like, 'Yeah, this is how we feed our family.' Like, this isn't a game, right?"
-Steve Larosiliere
Welcome to a brand-new episode of the Woodpreneur Podcast. In this episode I’m going to help you with the secret of attracting more clients for your wood business. Hartman Cabinetry grapples with a common rural dilemma – a scarcity of skilled labor. Despite a bustling busi...2024-03-1208 min
The Woodpreneur PodcastSinan Music: SMC Construction“My first couple of years as I was doing that, Steve, I was running so hard that I had no idea what the hell made me money. What didn't make me money.”
-Sinan Music
Welcome to a brand-new episode of the Woodpreneur Podcast. Today, your host Steve Larosiliere is joined by Sinan Music from SMC Construction. Sinan shares insights into his journey, starting from a painting company that transitioned into construction amidst the economic downturn of 2008-2009. As new construction projects waned, remodeling opportunities emerged, prompting Sinan to diversify his...2024-02-2943 min
The Woodpreneur PodcastHow to Do Marketing for your Wood Business“You need to stay in touch with every single one of your customers on a regular basis. Like friend him on Facebook, friend him on Twitter, on Instagram, just like, literally stay, stay on top of them.“
-Steve Larosiliere
Exploring New Horizons:
In today's segment, we had the privilege of conversing with Carrie, a seasoned artisan who shared her journey navigating the evolving landscape of marketing and business in the woodworking industry. Carrie shed light on the challenges she face...2024-02-2715 min
The Woodpreneur PodcastSteve Solo: Masterclass On Personal Branding“You want to shift from social into marketing, your personal Facebook page is more than a social space. It's a marketing asset, this mindset shift is going to be crucial for you. “
-Steve Larosiliere
Welcome to a brand-new episode of the Woodpreneur Podcast. Today's guest is none other than Steve Larosiliere himself! Today's workshop is all about personal branding, a topic close to my heart. I've dubbed it "Organic Lead Mastery," and trust me, the strategies I'll be sharing have helped my clients generate millions of dollars. So buckle up...2024-02-201h 11
The Woodpreneur PodcastEvan Haxo: Haxo LLCAccess our training - $200K and 300 Leads in 15 Days for Woodpreneurs here: https://go.buildergrowth.io/optin-wms
“There's so many parts of the puzzle. But now we got the it's kind of two different aspects of this business at this point with the milling the mill and the shop work. “
-Evan Haxo
Welcome to a brand-new episode of the Woodpreneur Podcast. Today, your host Steve Larosiliere is joined by Evan Haxo from Hexo Design & Fabrication, a small millwork custom shop...2023-12-1425 min
The Woodpreneur PodcastJohn Bonema: Cut Twice WoodworksAccess our training - $200K and 300 Leads in 15 Days for Woodpreneurs here: https://go.buildergrowth.io/optin-wms
“I can say so many things about mentality, you know, going through challenging times as an entrepreneur, the value of a community that has similar goals, and it was it's awesome that the program is kind of just given provided that all to me”
-John Bonema
Welcome to a brand-new episode of the Woodpreneur Podcast. Today, your host Steve Laro...2023-11-2327 min
The Woodpreneur PodcastFilip Winiewicz: Hardwood HK LtdAccess our training - $200K and 300 Leads in 15 Days for Woodpreneurs here: https://go.buildergrowth.io/optin-wms
“ It was basically just sitting in front of computers doing some concepts for Chinese companies, which usually we're going just to the bean, and you just do it do it. “
-Filip Winiewicz
Welcome to a brand-new episode of the Woodpreneur Podcast. Today, your host Steve Larosiliere is joined by Filip Winiewicz from Romero Hardwood HK Ltd.
Living in va...2023-11-2132 min
The Woodpreneur PodcastMike: Woodshop MikeAccess our training - $200K and 300 Leads in 15 Days for Woodpreneurs here: https://go.buildergrowth.io/optin-wms
“I couldn't charge what I knew my stuff was worth, because otherwise, like, I'm unknown, so I would just be sitting, not doing any work. So yeah, that helped me to maximize the revenue I can make from each physical project.”
-Mike
Welcome to the Woodpreneur podcast, the ultimate show for the business and marketing side of the lumber, woodworking, hardwood flooring, and sawmill industry. With...2023-11-1630 min
The Woodpreneur PodcastAlyssa Timmer: AT TimberworksAccess our training - $200K and 300 Leads in 15 Days for Woodpreneurs here: https://go.buildergrowth.io/optin-wms
“I really want to challenge my skills around joinery and hand tools, which is kind of funny because it's like going backwards, because I started to call power tools, but I've been getting really into it over the last six to nine months. “
-Alyssa Timmer
Welcome to a brand-new episode of the Woodpreneur Podcast. Today, your host Steve Larosiliere is joined by Alys...2023-11-1432 min
The Woodpreneur PodcastEmbracing the Power of Content in Modern Marketing: Insights from Mark de GrasseAccess our training - $200K and 300 Leads in 15 Days for Woodpreneurs here: https://go.buildergrowth.io/optin-wms
“The only information you find typically online is made by marketers, or copywriters, or other types of professionals, but not the people actually doing the work. “
-Mark de Grasse
Welcome to the Woodpreneur podcast, the ultimate show for the business and marketing side of the lumber, woodworking, hardwood flooring, and sawmill industry. With your host Steve Larosiliere today is Mark de Grasse the president of Digital Marketer. Mark share...2023-11-0933 min
The Woodpreneur PodcastCrafting Success: The Power of Personal Branding for WoodpreneursAccess our training - $200K and 300 Leads in 15 Days for Woodpreneurs here: https://go.buildergrowth.io/optin-wms
“One of the things that I do with clients is I kind of tell them that it's okay to be yourself, I actually don't want you to be anybody else, I want you to be the type of person that shows up authentically.”
-Steve Larosiliere
Welcome to a brand-new episode of the Woodpreneur Podcast. In this episode i’m going to be diving...2023-11-0817 min
The Woodpreneur PodcastDonny Hinds: Salem Wood CoAccess our training - $200K and 300 Leads in 15 Days for Woodpreneurs here: https://go.buildergrowth.io/optin-wms
“ I was listening to the Woodpreneur Podcast, and that actually motivated me to do a lot of things, including rebranding, and growing and being becoming a business owner, using the skills that I have”
-Donny Hinds
Welcome to a brand-new episode of the Woodpreneur Podcast. Today, your host Steve Larosiliere is joined by Donny Hinds from Salem Wood Co. Donnie started as a woo...2023-11-0735 min
Modern Craftsman#285 - Steve Larosiliere of BuilderGrowth.io Andersen Windows Buildertrend The Episode: Steve Larosiliere joins the show to talk career changes and different aspects of growing a business, including outsourcing materials and tasks, as well as time managment and making sure to priotize personal life goals outside of your work. Check it out! The Modern Craftsman: linktr.ee/moderncraftsmanpodcast Find Our Guest: Steve Larosiliere Find Our Hosts: Nick Schiffer Tyler Grace Podcast Produced By: Motif Media2023-11-061h 38
The Woodpreneur PodcastEmbracing Competition: The Key to Success in the Woodworking IndustryAccess our training - $200K and 300 Leads in 15 Days for Woodpreneurs here: https://go.buildergrowth.io/optin-wms
“There's more than enough opportunities for everybody to eat,and so, again, go back to point number one is it forces you to level up, it forces it be better. And number two is like, it just makes the market bigger. “
-Steve Larosiliere
Welcome to a brand-new episode of the Woodpreneur Podcast. In this episode i’m going to discuss why competition is goo...2023-11-0115 min
The Woodpreneur Podcast5 Reasons You're Failing As a WoodpreneurAccess our training - $200K and 300 Leads in 15 Days for Woodpreneurs here: https://go.buildergrowth.io/optin-wms
“ I have to tell you that, honestly, the biggest thing that gets in your way is being able to be open to new ideas. Like you have to be open to new ideas. Because if you're not open to new ideas, then you're never going to grow. “
-Steve Larosiliere
Welcome to a brand-new episode of the Woodpreneur Podcast. In this episode i’m goin...2023-10-3121 min
The Woodpreneur PodcastNick Sawyer: Sawyer DesignAccess our training - $200K and 300 Leads in 15 Days for Woodpreneurs here: https://go.buildergrowth.io/optin-wms
“I sort of started enjoying sharing stuff on Instagram. And that's where a lot of my business was coming from. Yeah, but I have always had this itch to find the next hardest thing every time. As soon as I've done something, I don't have a ton of interest in doing it again”
-Nick Sawyer
Welcome to a brand-new episode of the Woodpreneur Podcast. Today, your host Steve Laro...2023-10-2641 min
The Woodpreneur PodcastBuilding Success in the Wood Industry with Builder Growth.IOAccess our training - $200K and 300 Leads in 15 Days for Woodpreneurs here: https://go.buildergrowth.io/optin-wms
“I figured the tool companies tell you how much a tool costs and, you know, mills and kilns and, you know, you know, whether it's festivals, you can see, so I'm just gonna pull back the curtain, and I'm just gonna let you know. And I'm doing my best to just give you as much information as possible, nothing to hide, just so that it's just so much easier when you get on the phone wi...2023-10-2517 min
The Woodpreneur PodcastBoosting Sales:The Power of Events for Wood, Lumber, and Furniture BusinessesAccess our training - $200K and 300 Leads in 15 Days for Woodpreneurs here: https://go.buildergrowth.io/optin-wms
“Event planning framework is to help you get a bunch of leads and a bunch of sales and increase brand awareness about your business in a short period of time. “
-Steve Larosiliere
Welcome to a brand-new episode of the Woodpreneur Podcast. In this episode we're diving into a valuable strategy that could transform your wood, lumber, or furniture business - the art of ho...2023-10-2414 min
The Woodpreneur PodcastBoosting Sales:The Power of Events for Wood, Lumber, and Furniture BusinessesAccess our training - $200K and 300 Leads in 15 Days for Woodpreneurs here: https://go.buildergrowth.io/optin-wms
“Event planning framework is to help you get a bunch of leads and a bunch of sales and increase brand awareness about your business in a short period of time. “
-Steve Larosiliere
Welcome to a brand-new episode of the Woodpreneur Podcast. In this episode we're diving into a valuable strategy that could transform your wood, lumber, or furniture business - the art of hosting events. I'm Steve Larosiliere, the f...2023-10-2414 min
The Woodpreneur PodcastJared Foster: JpaulthecarpenterAccess our training - $200K and 300 Leads in 15 Days for Woodpreneurs here: https://go.buildergrowth.io/optin-wms
“ I just saw other people making money in other ways rather than just, you know, busting their butt trying to build every day. And I was like, man, let me let me try to see if I can do this.”
-Jared Foster
Welcome to a brand-new episode of the Woodpreneur Podcast. Today, your host Steve Larosiliere is joined by Jared Foster from Jpaulthecarpenter. Jared's journey from...2023-10-1926 min
The Woodpreneur PodcastTaking Action: Prioritizing Growth in Your Wood BusinessAccess our training - $200K and 300 Leads in 15 Days for Woodpreneurs here: https://go.buildergrowth.io/optin-wms
“I love power tools. So I wrote back and I said, you all need to prioritize marketing and sales. The first thing in the morning, take one to two hours a day. Your first job in running your business is marketing and sales and getting attention. “
-Steve Larosiliere
Welcome to a brand-new episode of the Woodpreneur Podcast, we discuss about the ultimate resou...2023-10-1809 min
The Woodpreneur PodcastHow to Quit Your Job and Go Full-Time with Your Wood/Lumber Business“you need a certain level of organizational skills you need. You need to have some clarity as to, start and finishing projects, being disciplined and knowing how to if you Oh, my God, if you've managed people this is like this is one of the best things that you can do is to start your own business”
-Steve Larosiliere
Welcome to a brand-new episode of the Woodpreneur Podcast, we discuss about quitting your job to go full-time with your wooden lumber business. I'm Steve Larosiliere, your host...2023-10-1720 min
The Woodpreneur PodcastBrian Seitz: Urban Industrial Design“ I invested in my own website. And whatever money I had left from the servers, I went out and bought as many tools that I could that I think we're going to set me up to make money down the line. You know, I can remember my very first day full time in my shop, my little one car garage. Remember, I had this customer I've been talking with, and he ended up putting a deposit down, like 2500 bucks cash that day. And I was like, wow, this is great.”
-Brian Seitz
2023-10-1245 min
The Woodpreneur PodcastBrian Seitz: Urban Industrial Design“ I invested in my own website. And whatever money I had left from the servers, I went out and bought as many tools that I could that I think we're going to set me up to make money down the line. You know, I can remember my very first day full time in my shop, my little one car garage. Remember, I had this customer I've been talking with, and he ended up putting a deposit down, like 2500 bucks cash that day. And I was like, wow, this is great.”
-Brian Seitz
2023-10-1245 min
The Woodpreneur Podcast10 Strategies for Thinking Big in Your Wood / Lumber Biz“Specialization is the path to becoming an authority and a leader in your field. So pick an industry, a niche or product set, either based around what your market needs or your tools. And make sure that it aligns with your passions and skills. So that when people think about whether it's renovation or cabinetry or, or new home builds, or you know tables, like they literally just think of you”
-Steve Larosiliere
Welcome to a brand-new episode of the Woodpreneur Podcast. In this episode i’m going to discuss about 10 Proven Strate...2023-10-1111 min
The Woodpreneur Podcast$10K in 15 Day Sprint Testimonial - Brandon Cord“It was like a goodwill I wanted to help people get some big milestones in their life and their business, you know, and I'm glad it was perfect. I'm glad that it was able to help you at a time when you need it”
-Steve Larosiliere
Welcome to a brand-new episode of the Woodpreneur Podcast. Today, we have a remarkable success story to share with you. Meet Brandon from BC Woodworks, who took on a 15-day challenge that completely transformed his business and set him on a pa...2023-10-1030 min
The Woodpreneur PodcastJim Becker: Creative Log & Lumber“It just felt like I was sitting on a powder keg, just apply a little bit of sales and some operations and, and watching it grow.”
-Jim Becker
Welcome to a brand-new episode of the Woodpreneur Podcast. Today, your host Steve Larosiliere is joined by Jim Becker the driving force behind Creative Log and Lumber, a full-service urban lumber company located in Southeast Wisconsin. Jim's story is one of transformation, from a career in aerospace and hydraulics manufacturing to becoming a passionate advocate for sustainable woodworking and the preservation of urban trees.
2023-10-0540 min
The Woodpreneur Podcast$10K in 15 Day Sprint Testimonial - Layane Maximillion“I think part of what I wanted to do with this was to help show people what was possible. Yeah. And I think like, I think I told you this, or you found out that this is literally one strategy. Like this is just one strategy to get you to where you need to be. “
-Steve Larosiliere
Welcome to a brand-new episode of the Woodpreneur Podcast. Today, we have a remarkable success story to share with you. Leanne Maximilian, co-owner of a furniture company in Dallas, Texas, recently participated in our 10k in 15 Day Challenge spri...2023-10-0419 min
The Woodpreneur Podcast$10K in 15 Day Sprint Testimonial - Todd Nordstrom“if you follow the instructions and you do everything you're you're going to generate more money, potentially than you've ever made before.”
-Steve Larosiliere
Welcome to a brand-new episode of the Woodpreneur Podcast, If you've ever doubted the power of mentorship and the impact it can have on your business, Todd Nordstrom's story is bound to change your mind. In a recent podcast interview with Steve Larosiliere, Todd shared his experience of taking on the 10K in 15 Days Challenge and the incredible transformation it brought to his sawmill business. This podcast takes you...2023-10-0327 min
The Woodpreneur PodcastAustin Handel: The Maker Camp“I'd seen all these awesome people on Instagram and stuff making incredible things. But I never really fathom that there is this interconnected network of all of these makers and influencers that like I didn't realize it like everybody already knew each other for the most part. And they were just looking for an excuse to come together and like share their skills with one another.”
-Austin Handel
Welcome to a brand-new episode of the Woodpreneur Podcast. Today, your host Steve Larosiliere is joined by Austin Handel from The Maker Camp. In the world of craf...2023-09-2827 min
The Woodpreneur PodcastMaximizing Efficiency and Growth in Your Woodworking Business“ Add 20% to all of those bills because then that's going to give you margin If you're way too busy and way too swamped, it's because your prices are not high enough.”
-Steve Larosiliere
Welcome to a brand-new episode of the Woodpreneur Podcast, we discuss about running a successful woodworking business comes with its fair share of challenges, especially when growth begins to stretch your resources thin. In a recent conversation with Steve, the co-founder of a thriving lumber and furniture business, we delved into the complexities of managing a grow...2023-09-2849 min
The Woodpreneur PodcastMaximizing Efficiency and Growth in Your Woodoworking Business“ Add 20% to all of those bills because then that's going to give you margin If you're way too busy and way too swamped, it's because your prices are not high enough.”
-Steve Larosiliere
Welcome to a brand-new episode of the Woodpreneur Podcast, we discuss about running a successful woodworking business comes with its fair share of challenges, especially when growth begins to stretch your resources thin. In a recent conversation with Steve, the co-founder of a thriving lumber and furniture business, we delved into the complexities of managing a grow...2023-09-2756 min
The Woodpreneur PodcastMastering Social Media for Your Woodworking Business: Nine Essential Content Types“There's a bunch of different variations, but you actually should just do what's comfortable for you. And if not, potentially outsource the rest, but like, focus on these nine pieces of content”
Steve Larosiliere
Welcome to a brand-new episode of the Woodpreneur Podcast, in the ever-evolving world of woodworking, establishing a strong online presence is crucial for growth and success. As a woodpreneur, it can be challenging to decide what content to share on your social media platforms. That's why we're here to guide you throu...2023-09-2612 min
The Woodpreneur PodcastOvercoming Challenges and Building a Thriving Custom Wood Business“ So here's the thing, the thing with with business is so I have clients that are doing what you're doing and and the only difference is how fast they're able to respond to their leads.”
-Steve Larosiliere
Welcome to a brand-new episode of the Woodpreneur Podcast, in this episode, i am sharing a snippet from $10k in 15 days challenge, where in this discussion highlights the importance of persistence, adaptability, and a clear vision for entrepreneurs in the custom furniture industry. By learning from their experiences and implementing the right strategies, these business owners are working towa...2023-09-2025 min
The Woodpreneur PodcastFinding the Right Customer for Your Woodworking Business“Honestly, if you just spent most of your time analyzing who is your ideal customer, or profiling your past five customers, this will help you tremendously, because then you're like, Okay, these are the people that buy where I want to buy, how do I reach them”
-Steve Larosiliere
Welcome to a brand-new episode of the Woodpreneur Podcast. In this episode i’m going to help you with Finding the right customers for your woodworking business requires a strategic and thoughtful approach. Identifying your ideal customer, tailoring your marketing efforts, qualifying leads, collec...2023-09-1913 min
The Woodpreneur PodcastAnil Victor: Would Wood Work“Our living room built in our closet. And as I was doing these projects, my neighbors, they were like catching on to what I was doing. And then I had one neighbor that inquired about a project. And I did it for her, you know, made it made a decent profit off of that project. And that's what kind of opened my eyes to wait. There's something here that, you know, I'm not yet understanding, but I think I should, dive a little bit deeper into this”
-Anil Victor
Welcome to the Woodpreneur podcast, the ulti...2023-09-1459 min
The Woodpreneur PodcastPrepping for Q4 - Profits Before Christmas“ For many, the fourth quarter is a culmination of the year's work. And in woodworking businesses and in wood businesses, this is definitely your chance to shine. A lot of people bring get most of their business during this time”
-Steve Larosiliere
Welcome to the Woodpreneur podcast, the ultimate show for the business and marketing side of the lumber, woodworking, hardwood flooring, and sawmill industry. With your host Steve Larosiliere today we'll delve into the critical topic of the fourth quarter (Q4) and what it means for your wood business.
Q4 is the culm...2023-09-1313 min
The Woodpreneur PodcastUnlocking the Potential of Woodworking: The Power of Leverage“Imagine if you literally had to hand sand, your, every piece of furniture, right, that would take you forever. Or you can use an orbital sander that gives you more leverage there”
- Steve Larosiliere
Welcome to the Woodpreneur podcast, Woodworking is a craft that has been cherished for centuries, producing beautiful and functional pieces of art. As a woodworking enthusiast or professional, you're no stranger to the hours of hard work and dedication that go into each project. But have you ever stopped to think about the concept of leverage and how it can tran...2023-09-1221 min
The Woodpreneur PodcastJoel McPherson: MacPhersonMakery“I knew it could be something big. I just never imagined how big and I never imagined how quickly we could get it there. So my summation is if you're ready to pull the trigger, if you're ready to do it, and you're ready to burn your boats then burn your boats”
-Joel McPherson
Welcome to a brand-new episode of the Woodpreneur Podcast. Today, your host Steve Larosiliere is joined by Joel McPherson Joel started repurposing, also known as upcycling or reclaiming wood, involves taking reclaimed or salvaged wood and giving it a new...2023-09-0738 min
The Woodpreneur PodcastBen Adams: Ben Adams Studio“If I wanted to actually, earn enough money to buy a house or start a family or something, I'm going to need to, to earn more than just what I make as a barista, or even this the sporadic performing arts work that came in. So I made a decision, I was either going to become a laborer or like a chippy, or a carpenter, or actually start my own business.”
-Ben Adams
Welcome to a brand-new episode of the Woodpreneur Podcast. Today, your host Steve Larosiliere is joined by Ben Adams from Ben Adams Stud...2023-08-3144 min
The Woodpreneur PodcastJoanie Sprague: The Little Bit WorkshopJoanie Sprague: The Little Bit Workshop
“ How does a model become a woodworker? I'm like, I don't know, how does the high school person become a gynecologist. You learn, you learn, yeah, you just learn and so but there's also a huge like, Hey, guys, or girls, or whoever, if I can do it, you can do it, you can do it.”
– Joanie Sprague
Welcome to the Woodpreneur podcast, the ultimate show for the business and marketing side of the lumber, woodworking, hardwood flooring, and sawmill industry. With your host Steve Larosiliere today is Joa...2023-08-2432 min
The Woodpreneur PodcastJustin Mitchell: JAMCo WoodworksJustin Mitchell: JAMCo Woodworks
“The big part of working with us is this personal branding strategy. And because I believe that whether Justin decides to do a solo business or whether he wants to do anything else, he's always going to have this community. And he's got these tools and skills to continue growing.”
- Steve Larosiliere
Welcome to a brand-new episode of the Woodpreneur Podcast. Today, your host Steve Larosiliere is joined by Justin Mitchell from JamCo Woodworks, one of Steve's clien...2023-07-1333 min
The Woodpreneur PodcastSteve Larosiliere: A Coaching Session with Wood BusinessesSteve Larosiliere: A Coaching Session with Wood Businesses
“Just tighten it up. Create a policy. Go to ChatGPT and just say,
“Hey, ChatGPT.”
I need a payment policy to include on my website. Can you write one up?”
- Steve Larosiliere
Welcome to a brand-new episode of the Woodpreneur Podcast.
Today's episode is a little bit different than usual. Steve recorded one of his coaching sessions with a few clients in his mentoring and coaching program. It's a bi...2023-07-071h 18
The Woodpreneur PodcastSteve Larosiliere: Best Business Models For WoodpreneursSteve Larosiliere: Best Business Models For Woodpreneurs
“You need to have the ability to focus on one to two things. You can't focus on five different things, right? Focus on five different things. It's going to be really, really hard. It's learning new processes, doing things over and over again, like starting from scratch.”
- Steve Larosiliere
Welcome to a brand-new episode of the Woodpreneur Podcast. Today, your host Steve Larosiliere will be talking about the best business models for Woodpreneurs. Whether you work in lumber, co...2023-06-2214 min
The Woodpreneur PodcastNathan Porter: Goodview WoodworksNathan Porter: Goodview Woodworks
“Why is it called “GoodView”? It's super simple. I live on Buena Vista Road, so that's the English translation of, Buena Vista's. “GoodView”. Not as cool as you might think, but business, as to woodworking business. It actually started out as a YouTube channel. Wasn't really a full-on business.”
- Nathan Porter
Welcome to a brand-new episode of the Woodpreneur Podcast. Today, your host Steve Larosiliere is joined by Nathan Porter, the founder of GoodView Woodworks.
Nathan's busi...2023-05-2632 min
The Woodpreneur PodcastSteve Larosiliere: Solo EpisodeSteve Larosiliere: Solo Episode
“When I first started, I didn't really care about downloads, and I still kind of don't care about downloads. I care more about providing really great stories and insights and lessons for the Woodpreneur Community.
And so, I would say that I probably took last year the most seriously that I ever have with the podcast. I did my best to find good guests. And I know that a lot of you find a lot of value in the consulting sessions that I provide for folks.”
2023-01-1231 min
The Woodpreneur PodcastSteve Larosiliere: Acres of TimberWelcome to a brand new episode of the Woodpreneur Podcast. Today your host Steve Larosiliere sits down on his own to provide an update on how things have been going since the last solo episode of the podcast! Between Woodpreneur Podcast origins, travel stories, and plans to make your fourth quarter a profitable one, you won’t want to miss this episode. Check it out!2022-10-1328 min
The Woodpreneur PodcastNick Price: Valley View IndustriesNick Price: Valley View Industries
“We’re well-known in town for what we do because we do a good quality product, so it’s an easy sell.”
Nick Price
Welcome to a brand new episode of the Woodpreneur Podcast. Today your host Steve Larosiliere sits down with Nick Price from Valley View Industries. From ambitious beginnings to the story of a long-held family business, you won’t want to miss this one!
“Our origin story is that my dad started the business well over 30 years ago. Wh...2022-09-0831 min
The Woodpreneur PodcastSteve Thomson: Happy Life WoodSteve Thomson: Happy Life Wood
Welcome to a brand new episode of the Woodpreneur Podcast. Today your host Steve Larosiliere sits down with Steve Thomson from Happy Life Wood. Larosiliere and Thomson connected almost two years ago when Thomson purchased a Woodpreneur sweatshirt. It was then that Thomson was able to show off the incredibly unique work that he does with Happy Life Wood.
“Yeah, I do a form of intarsia, where I take different species of wood, and basically utilize them in a fashion that replicates a photograph or...2022-08-2535 min
The Woodpreneur PodcastJustin Ephraim: ReduxwoodJustin Ephraim: Reduxwood
Welcome to a brand new episode of the Woodpreneur Podcast. Today your host Steve Larosiliere sits down with Justin Ephraim from Reduxwood! Justin is part of the returning guests club, and a lot has happened since Justin was on the podcast last. Over the nearly two years since Justin and Steve have spoken, an entire pandemic and massive growth for Reduxwood has occurred. So you won’t want to miss this one!
“A lot has happened in the last year and a bit. When we spoke last...2022-08-0431 min
The Woodpreneur PodcastAdam Beasley: Lazy Guy DIYAdam Beasley: Lazy Guy DIY
Welcome to a brand new episode of the Woodpreneur Podcast. Today, your host Steve Larosiliere sits down with Adam Beasley, who goes by the name Lazy Guy DIY. Steve and Adam met up in person just before the start of the pandemic at WORKBENCHcon in 2019.
“First and foremost, my channel Lazy Guy DIY started in 2016 focused on woodworking, DIY, and tool reviews, and that's been going pretty strong. I also run social media for several companies, I have a consulting company where I consult wit...2022-07-2842 min
The Woodpreneur PodcastYelitza Mora: BuildTX SolutionsYelitza Mora: BuildTX Solutions
Welcome back to a brand new episode of the Woodpreneur Podcast. Today your host Steve Larosiliere sits down with Yelitza Mora from BuildTX Solutions. Steve and Yelita met at a mastermind in San Diego, where Yelitza explained that she operates a construction company.
She may not be your typical Woodpreneur, but wood is one of the many mediums that Yelitza works with. Additionally, the brand and lifestyle she has built around herself paint her as a stellar example of what Woodpreneurs can be capable of.2022-07-1442 min
The Woodpreneur PodcastTom Hamilton: Lumber Cycle“I think in order to understand how urban forestry can be successful, I think it's really important for people in the community to see what the process is like to get from a tree to lumber.”
Tom Hamilton
Welcome back to a brand new episode of the Woodpreneur Podcast. Today your host Steve Larosiliere sits down with Tom Hamilton from Lumbercycle in San Diego. Steve and Tom just recently hosted a Woodpreneur meet up at Tom’s shop in National City, which allowed so many familiar and new faces to get a chance to meet up, network, and sh...2022-07-0722 min
The Woodpreneur PodcastEBP005: Two to Canada, our Trip to Lab Surface and Formula 1 Ft. Jake and SteveTwo to Canada, our Trip to Lab Surface and Formula 1 Ft. Jake and Steve
"Not many people know Lab Surface because they're a flooring manufacturer, and they're just now getting into the casting world, and they're putting 100% faith into us that we're going to take the casting world to the next level."
Jake Latvala
Welcome to a brand new episode of The Epoxy Business Podcast. Today, your host Steve Larosiliere and Jake Latvala sit down together and talk about their trip to Montreal to visit Lab Surface. Although the trip was ba...2022-07-0530 min
The Woodpreneur PodcastEBP003: Jake & Steve from Ol Loggin EpoxyJake & Steve What We’ve Learned in 1 Year
Welcome to a brand new episode of the Epoxy Business Podcast. Today your hosts, Steve Larosiliere and Jake Latvala, sit down together to talk about a momentous occasion. It’s the one-year anniversary of Ol Loggin Epoxy!
Although the actual Ol Loggin Epoxy product didn’t launch until July of 2021, Jake and Steve became business partners one year ago today. They started the process of their partnership agreement in January of 2021, and much of the time spent was working on agreement detail...2022-06-2131 min
The Woodpreneur PodcastEBP002: Taking Quality and Collaboration Seriously Ft: Jonathan GagnonTaking Quality and Collaboration Seriously Ft: Jonathan Gagnon
“I’m driven by growth, technology, and new products. I’m a former banker, but I have a strong interest in technology and R&D.”
Jonathan Gagnon
Welcome back to a new episode of the Epoxy Business Podcast with your hosts, Steve Larosiliere and Jake Latvala. Today, Steve and Jake sit down with Jonathan Gagnon, president of Lab Surface, and partner in creating Ol Loggin Epoxy.
Jonathan and Lab Surface fill a critical position in helping the development o...2022-06-1437 min
The Woodpreneur PodcastEBP:000 Welcome To The Epoxy Business PodcastWelcome to the first episode of The Epoxy Business Podcast, hosted by Steve Larosiliere and Jake Latvala.
Steve and Jake run Ol Loggin Epoxy, one of the best premier epoxy brands for woodworkers by woodworkers, and they wanted to create a show to help document the building of this brand. Together, they are doing something that no one else is doing, and they want to invite you along for the journey.
Steve runs the Woodpreneur Podcast and a marketing agency called Acres of Timber alongside the Acres CRM, which is...2022-06-0705 min
The Woodpreneur PodcastJustin Bailey: Campfire WoodworksJustin Bailey: Campfire Woodworks
Welcome back to a brand new episode of the Woodpreneur Podcast. Today, your host Steve Larosiliere sits down with Justin Bailey from Campfire Woodworks. Justin had the idea to start Campfire Woodworks many years ago based on his love of building and creating. However, at the time, he had no outlet for that creative energy. Follow along as Steve and Justin discuss growing up, finding your path, and the inspiration behind his company’s brand.
“I've always been a crafty person, high school shop class and all that, b...2022-06-0231 min
The Woodpreneur PodcastBo Shepherd: Woodward ThrowbacksBo Shepherd: Woodward Throwbacks
Welcome to a brand new episode of the Woodpreneur Podcast. Today your host Steve Larosiliere sits down with Bo Shepherd from Woodward Throwbacks. Steve’s wife has followed Bo online, and last summer Steve had the opportunity to go to Bo’s store when she was running a big sale.
Woodward Throwbacks has a phenomenal brand, exceptional content, and unique products with a distinctly Detroit feel to them. Check out this episode and listen to Bo talk about how she has brought this business to wher...2022-05-0534 min
The Woodpreneur PodcastAustin Aaron: Dancing Grains WoodworksAustin Aaron: Dancing Grains Woodworks
“I’ve been trying to get to a point where we get to really build our furniture lines. I feel like I’ve put a lot of effort and had a lot of inspiration around the designs. And that’s what I’ve really wanted to do and spend time on; it’s about the craft.”
Austin Aaron
Welcome back to a brand new episode of the Woodpreneur Podcast. Today, your host Steve Larosiliere sits down with Austin Aaron from Dancing Grains Woodwor...2022-04-2139 min
The Woodpreneur PodcastSean Harmer: Sean Harmer WoodworkingSean Harmer: Sean Harmer Woodworking
Welcome back to a brand new episode of the Woodpreneur Podcast. Today, your host Steve Larosiliere sits down with Sean Harmer from Sean Harmer Woodworking. Steve and Sean met at the Denver, Colorado, Woodpreneur meetup, and Sean is now bringing his knowledge and expertise to the Woodpreneur Podcast.
Sean is coming up on the five-year anniversary of his woodworking journey. Like many other woodworkers, Sean gets a great deal of inspiration from his parents. Both his father and mother were artists and creators, and they...2022-04-0727 min
The Woodpreneur PodcastNick Hunsaker: Hunski HardwoodsNick Hunsaker: Hunski Hardwoods “It's tough finding the time to balance working, making furniture, wrapping products up, surfacing, milling, just trying to balance all of that because it’s just my dad and I that do it.”
Nick Hunsaker
Welcome to a brand new episode of the Woodpreneur Podcast. Today your host Steve Larosiliere sits down with Nick Hunsaker of Hunski Hardwoods.
Steve has been following Nick’s work since about 2015 when The Woodmizer Way did an article on Hunski Hardwoods. Nick started Hunski Hardwoods with his father, who has been in...2022-03-1740 min
The Woodpreneur PodcastBrendan Vande Kamp: Log to Lumber“I never intended to go down this path. If you’d have told me five years ago that I’d quit a six-figure government job and a desk and work for myself, I’d have said you were crazy.”
Brendan Vande Kamp
Hello and welcome to a brand new episode of the Woodpreneur Podcast. Today your host Steve Larosiliere sits down with Brendan Vande Kamp from Log to Lumber. Steve and Brian met initially on Facebook about three years ago while Brendan was still working for the government and he had just purchased his sawmill...2022-03-1048 min
The Woodpreneur PodcastEthan & Steve: 200th Episode!200th Episode with Steve and Ethan
“One of my favorite quotes ever that has been really a big driver for me is one by Jay-Z. He said, ‘Nine to five is how you survive; I ain’t trying to survive, I’m trying to live it to the limit and love it a lot.’ That’s been a huge motivator for me.”
Steve Larosiliere
Welcome to a brand new episode of the Woodpreneur Podcast. This is our 200th episode, and today we’re going to switch things up a litt...2022-02-2448 min
The Woodpreneur PodcastMike and Cindy: MikCin Creations“Woodworking is very emotional; it just calms me down. We’ve been through a lot in life, and it’s the one thing where I feel focused and free. So it’s just something that I always want to be doing.”
Mike Leas
Welcome to a brand new episode of the Woodpreneur Podcast. Today, your host Steve Larosiliere sits down with Mike and Cindy from MikCin Creations. Recently, when Steve gets asked how to get started in the business by aspiring Woodpreneurs, he refers them to listen to the Woodpreneur Podcast, and Mike a...2022-02-1750 min
The Woodpreneur PodcastSteve Larosiliere: Acres of TimberThis week on the podcast it's a note from your host Steve!
As we move into the holiday season, don't forget to keep your foot on the gas pedal! Steve also catches us up on the news for Acres of Timber, Purpose Wood Co., and unveils his new Woodpreneur Mastermind and conference plans for 2022.
Check it out and we hope you are going into the new year excited to keep making big moves in your wood business!
Read More Here!2021-12-0217 min
The Woodpreneur PodcastSteve Larosiliere: Season RecapSteve Larosiliere: Season Recap
Today we have a recap episode of the podcast, we’re going to talk about some of the awesome guests we’ve had, and dive into some current trends happening in the wood business.
First off I want to give a shout-out to my partner Ethan at the Building a Furniture Brand Podcast, he has been absolutely crushing it. It’s been amazing watching him grow that podcast. You can check it out on Woodpreneurlife.com or any other podcast platform.
Looki...2021-10-1415 min
Nonprofit Lowdown#142-Social Media Marketing with Steve LarosiliereAre you overwhelmed with all of the different social media platforms? Do you feel like social media is just one of those things you "have to do," but don't really know how to monetize? Join me and my friend Steve Larosiliere, Founder of Stoked, to talk about his social media strategy and how he's been able to build followers, parlay his social media into donors and corporate sponsors and how to not get overwhelmed. Steve is one of the most gifted and creative people I know in nonprofit.
For more about Steve and Stoked, che...2021-07-0643 min
The Woodpreneur PodcastPete Parisi: PeteSquaredToday’s episode of the Woodpreneur Podcast features Steve Larosiliere sitting down with Pete of PeteSquared who is based in San Jose, California. Steve starts out the show by asking Pete how he became a Woodpreneur.
“So I've always been making things. I was an artist A long time ago, I guess I still am. But my dad is a crazy woodworker guy. And he's done it pretty much all his life. And just seeing his tools and seeing his process and the things he's built around the house. When I got older, I kind...2021-06-2440 min
The Career WhispererSpeaker Series: Stoked CEO/Co-Founder, Steve LarosiliereMentor and entrepreneur, Steve Larosiliere, CEO/Founder of Stoked, brings his energy and motivation to this discussion where he shares his insights and wisdom about self-confidence and dogged perseverance.2021-01-2627 min
FNRad Snowboarding PodcastHustling For Good with special guest Steve LarosiliereSend us a textSteve Larosiliere is the man behind Stoked.org a nonprofit that takes underserved kids out snowboarding. Steve was chosen to attend an exclusive private high school as a teenager and it helped shape his life in many ways including making him acutely aware of the power of mentorship. After a trip to British Columbia from his home in New York, Steve dedicated his life to building a mentorship program focused on introducing kids to the boardsports culture. His book, LIFE, PURPOSE, SECRETS: 10 Ways to Find Meaning in Times of Uncertainty has a 5/5 rating...2021-01-1353 min
The Woodpreneur PodcastSteve Larosiliere: Christmas RecapOn today's show, Steve sits down to reflect on this last year in a special Christmas Edition of the Woodpreneur Podcast.
We started as the sawmill business podcast, and then we found that sawyers do many different things and grew from there. Last year Steve had the privilege of attending Workbench Con and also traveled to Sweden to interview more woodpreneurs, to say the least, it has been an incredibly transformative time.
To celebrate how much the podcast has given him, the incredible people he's gotten to interview, and all you wonderful woodpreneurs listening, Steve w...2020-12-2426 min
The Woodpreneur PodcastSteve Larosiliere: Thanksgiving SpecialHappy Thanksgiving everyone! On this episode of the podcast, we’re taking some time to reflect on the last five years in the wood business and discuss this incredible journey. The goal of this podcast has always been to give a voice to the woodpreneur community and the growth we have seen is incredible, thank you to each and every one of you.
We’re so thankful for the amazing guests we have had over the years and everything their stories have shared with us and taught us. Also seeing people who have used this podcast to netwo...2020-11-2615 min
Think DifferentlyEpisode 22: Steve Larosiliere Thinks Differently About Life PurposeSteve was living in New York on 9/11 and the tragic events that unfolded on that fateful day impacted him in 2 profound ways. During a period of depression and mourning a random interaction with an author selling his book on the train opened his eyes to the power of mentoring that would transform Steve's life and the lives of 10's of thousands of youth!
As a coach, author, entrepreneur, father and the Founder and President of Stoked.org Steve is like a walking experiment. He continually sets goals, challenges and work that all surround his purpose. He helps people find their pur...2020-09-1140 min
Looking Sideways Action Sports PodcastEpisode 132: Steve Larosiliere - Hustle For GoodFull episode and Show Notes - www.wearelookingsideways.comThese days, using action sports as a tool for social mobility and mentorship is a fairly well known practise. In 2005, when this week’s guest Steve Larosiliere founded his organisation Stoked, it was new territory. Stoked was founded as a result of Steve’s own experience of mentorship and his ambition ‘to use action sports to teach 21st century skills to urban youth.’15 years later, Stoked has helped thousands of disadvantaged kids across the States, while Steve’s experiences in running the organisation have given him a uniq...2020-08-101h 01Looking Sideways Action Sports PodcastEpisode 132: Steve Larosiliere - Hustle For GoodFull episode and Show Notes - www.wearelookingsideways.comThese days, using action sports as a tool for social mobility and mentorship is a fairly well known practise. In 2005, when this week’s guest Steve Larosiliere founded his organisation Stoked, it was new territory. Stoked was founded as a result of Steve’s own experience of mentorship and his ambition ‘to use action sports to teach 21st century skills to urban youth.’15 years later, Stoked has helped thousands of disadvantaged kids across the States, while Steve’s experiences in running the organisation have given him a uniq...2020-08-101h 01
Bodega Boarder Crew Podcast - Surf PodcastVol. 65 - Lola Mignot & Steve LarosiliereNow part of the Yew Podcast Network
This episode is sponsored by Swanson Health
Use code "CREW20" for 20% site wide
What up party people. This week we get to chat with one of our all time fav lady sliders Lola Mignot (@lolamignot). We politic about contests, growing up in Mexico, the responsibility of being a female role model in surfing and much more. We also get to chat with Stoked (@stokedorg) founder Steve Larosiliere (@stevelaros) about how you can get involved with inner-city youth. Lastly we have some short takes with @robotsfrom, @victoriavergara a...2020-06-261h 57
DO Lectures Podcast147: Steve Larosiliere | Opportunity KnocksSteve Larosiliere is the Founder and President of STOKED, a youth development agency with offices in New York and Los Angeles that uses a combination of action sports (snowboarding, skateboarding, and surfing), mentoring, and after-school programs to empower teens to be successful leaders in their community.Through STOKED, Steve’s work has appeared in the New Yorker Magazine, ESPN, Huffington Post, Oprah Magazine, NY Times, Nylon Magazine, Bloomberg, Wall Street Journal, and Transworld Business. STOKED was voted to the charity of the Week by Time Out NY and was voted to the NY 100 (100 most innovative businesses in NY).In...2020-05-0529 min
The Woodpreneur PodcastSteve Larosiliere: WORKBENCHcon 2020!Today is the last episode that features our interviews from WORKBENCHcon! Our host, Steve, was a speaker at the event and while he was there, he had the opportunity to interview different influencers such as Jimmy Diresta, Ben Ueyda, The Wood Maven, Alma Villalobos, Minspired Living, and more! Follow along as we learn about their content creation secrets, the things that inspire the work they do, and how they plan to continue growing their brand and impacting their communities.2020-03-1930 min
The Woodpreneur PodcastSteve Larosiliere: End of The Year RecapToday, we’re ending 2018 with a recap of the guests we’ve spoken with over the past year as well as the changes we’ve seen within our own “Woodpreneur” community.
Join us on this episode as we highlight the biggest news from the Woodpreneur community in 2018!
Show Highlights:
We’ve changed our podcast name from the Sawmill Business Podcast to the Woodpreneur Podcast. - A podcast focused on giving you the tools and mentorship that you need to grow your business.This year we partnered...2018-12-2614 min
The Woodpreneur PodcastSteve Larosiliere: Podcast Update!You may have noticed that we’ve recently started using Acres of Timber as the logo on our website and in our hashtags...
Well... we are officially changing the name of our podcast and Instagram account!
Going forward, you can listen to our podcast titled - The Woodpreneur podcast, and check out our blog and other resources on our new website - www.acresoftimber.com!
WHY CHANGE THE NAME?
When he first started Sawmill Business, our host, Steve Larosiliere, ran it wi...2018-09-2709 min
Smart Agency Masterclass with Jason Swenk: Podcast for Digital Marketing AgenciesHow to Build Authority & Generate New Business With InstagramWondering how you can use Instagram to drum up new business? Want to break through social media clutter and build your agency’s brand and authority? Then it’s not too late to get on the Instagram train. This is one simple, easy inbound marketing strategy you can start implementing right now to build your community and fill your new business pipeline. In this episode, we’ll cover: One easy approach to niching down. Can Instagram work for marketing agencies? A simple Instagram content formula. Today I chatted with Steve Larosiliere, founder and president of the no...2018-04-1119 min