Episode 338: The Team Behind A Smooth Custom Build with Nate Wissink and Rob Anderson
Brad sits down with Nate Wissink and Rob Anderson of Curated Build to explain how an owner’s rep helps custom home teams stay aligned, protect the client experience, and keep projects from drifting. They break down the practical systems behind the role, including the responsibility matrix that clarifies who owns what before problems show up. Nate and Rob also share how they frame ROI, why early alignment matters, and the meeting rhythms that keep decisions moving on time.
Episode 337: Reputation and Relationships with Matthew Gallego
Brad sits down with Matthew Gallego of Cruz Development to talk about how reputation and relationships turn into real momentum in high end residential construction. Matt shares the habits that helped him earn trust fast, from roofing details and problem solving on tough jobs to leading people well and owning mistakes. They also cover cost plus remodel realities, hiring as you grow, and how to protect your life outside work while the business scales. If you know a builder trying to grow the right way, share this episode.
Episode 336: The Power To Choose With Kyle Stumpenhorst
Brad sits down with Kyle Stumpenhorst, live at IBS in the LP Solutions Builder Booth, to talk about building a business that stays aligned with your values and the audience you serve. Kyle shares how his presence on social media and Youtube helped create the freedom to choose work that fits, why he keeps the operation intentionally lean, and how he filters partnerships without losing trust. You will also hear how he handles the noise online, stays grounded, and keeps the work pointed at the life he actually wants. If this helps, share it with a builder who wants more alignment and less chaos.
Episode 335: The Details People Feel With Scott Jaffa
Brad sits down with Scott Jaffa of Jaffa Group to talk about what design build looks like when you own the full client experience from lot selection to the last detail. They get into aligning budget with vision, building trust through fairness, and why great homes are designed around how people actually live. If you want tighter collaboration, fewer surprises, and standards that hold up for decades, this one’s for you.
Episode 334: Integrity Over Everything with Eric Auffant
Brad sits down with Eric Auffant of Modern Shade to break down why window treatments are not a finish line decision, they are a planning decision. Eric also shares how he runs his business with integrity, from how he treats clients and builders to the standards he holds his team to when problems pop up. Expect practical shade strategy plus real lessons on reputation, leadership, and doing the right thing when it is not the easy thing. Subscribe for more conversations like this.
Episode 333: Brad's Journey: Builder to Brand Leader with Jesse Smith
Brad sits down with Jesse Smith of Mobile Podcast Trailer for an interview that turns the focus onto Brad’s story and perspective. They talk through his path into building, the lessons that shaped AFT Construction, and why leadership and clear expectations matter on high end projects. Brad also shares his take on pricing reality, managing risk, and staying authentic and consistent online.
Episode 332: The Visionary Mindset Shift with Tiffany Rosenbaum
Brad sits down with Tiffany Rosenbaum of Rosenbaum Realty Group to unpack what it really takes to scale without choking the business. Tiffany breaks down the shift from operator to visionary, the EOS plus scorecard discipline behind her growth, and the systems that keep property management from bleeding money. They discuss how she thinks about team structure, acquisitions, preventive maintenance, and the unspoken expectations that can blow up client relationships.
Episode 331: Ownership at a Young Age with Mauricio Castro
Brad sits down with Mauricio Castro, owner of Summit Stone, to break down what it really takes to deliver flawless stonework on high stakes custom homes. They talk about earning trust young, choosing the right builders, and setting expectations on materials, seams, and finishes before problems show up. Mauricio also shares how backlit stone and social media opened doors to national and even island installs, plus the leadership mindset that keeps his team performing.
Episode 330: A Higher Level of Health with Steven Koeppel
Brad sits down with Steven Koeppel, founder of Thriver Wellness Supply, to share how he overcame a stage four mantle cell lymphoma diagnosis and went on to build the wellness business he runs today. Steven breaks down everything from the VEMI table to cold plunging, red light, saunas, and testing like hair follicle analysis. They discuss what works, why it works, and the importance of accurate information when building a wellness routine that fits your goals and needs.
Episode 329: Leadership Under Pressure with Daniel Morris
Brad Leavitt sits down with Daniel Morris of Morris Pools to break down what actually makes a luxury pool succeed long term, and why the details you cannot see matter most. They cover hydraulics, water chemistry, shotcrete curing, and why service is the hidden lever that protects the build. Daniel also shares the personal adversity that shaped his leadership style and how he stays steady through high stress projects.
Episode 328: Niching Down into Fitness with Kali Sudbrook
Brad sits down with Kali Sudbrook of Beachside Custom Gyms to unpack how she left academia to build a niche design build firm focused on high performance home gyms and wellness spaces. They discuss the benefits of blending building science, equipment strategy, and real world training experience rather than just throwing fitness gear into a spare room. For builders and designers, Kali shares how to collaborate early, navigate space constraints, and use mentorship, social media, and messy action to grow a business.
Episode 327: Build Authentic Visibility with Alyssa Abbott
Brad sits down with Alyssa Abbott of Olive and Vine Socials to talk about how builders can show up online with more authenticity. They discuss what “being real” actually looks like in content, how to keep your voice when using AI, and why platforms like blogging and Pinterest still matter. Alyssa also breaks down how she helps clients build a content strategy that fits their business and turns their expertise into consistent, trust building marketing.

