Specified: Building Materials Innovation Podcast

Are you good at delegating tasks? I have to admit, it hasn’t always been one of my strengths! But I’ve learned recently that as your company grows, delegating tasks that you might think you have under control can have many positive implications. Listen to this week’s episode of Tats Talks to learn more! Please reach out if you have any feedback or questions. Enjoy!    Twitter: @TatsuyaNakagawa Instagram: @tats_talks LinkedIn: Tatsuya Nakagawa  YouTube: Tats Talks www.tatstalk.com www.castagra.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mike Paton is an award-winning speaker, best-selling author, and is a Certified EOS Implementer. He is also the Visionary for EOS Worldwide. Since discovering the Entrepreneurial Operating System (EOS) a dozen years ago, Paton has conducted more than 1200 full-day sessions with the leadership teams of more than 110 companies, and helped thousands of entrepreneurs by sharing EOS in workshops worldwide. As Visionary for EOS Worldwide, he leads a close-knit community of more than 350 professional EOS implementors around the globe. In this episode of Specified Growth Podcast, Paton discusses the different tools and benefits of the EOS system and how it can help align your entrepreneurial company. He also discusses his own habits for success, and the importance of taking care of yourself first. Don’t miss this episode of Specified! Please reach out if you have any feedback or questions. Enjoy!    Twitter: @TatsuyaNakagawa Instagram: @tats_talks LinkedIn: Tatsuya Nakagawa  YouTube: Tats Talks www.tatstalk.com www

Rudy Gutierrez is the President and CEO of Shell Roofing Solutions, a California based energy efficiency company. Over the last 20 years, he has developed strategies for companies with a focus on sustainability and energy efficiency. His experience in single-ply membrane systems, geo-thermal plastic membranes, and chemical liquid applied systems was instrumental in developing market share for Carlisle Construction Materials, that today accounts for over $4 billion in annual material sales. In this episode of Specified Growth Podcast, I spoke to Rudy about the strategy behind his company, and how he was able to achieve exponential growth, even in an economic downturn. Please reach out if you have any feedback or questions. Enjoy!    Twitter: @TatsuyaNakagawa Instagram: @tats_talks LinkedIn: Tatsuya Nakagawa  YouTube: Tats Talks www.tatstalk.com www.castagra.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

I’ve been doing this podcast for a while now, and I’ve gained so much invaluable insight and knowledge from my guests! I believe the most growth and value comes from pursuing topics that interest me the most. If you share my similar interests in entrepreneurship and leadership, this might be the long-term podcast for you! Please reach out if you have any feedback or questions. Enjoy!    Twitter: @TatsuyaNakagawa Instagram: @tats_talks LinkedIn: Tatsuya Nakagawa  YouTube: Tats Talks www.tatstalk.com www.castagra.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Heidi Ellsworth has worked in the roofing industry since 1993 and has held positions with Malarkey Roofing, Carlisle Construction Materials, and EagleView Technologies. She is currently a partner with RoofersCoffeeShop and owner of HJE Consulting. Heidi is a contributor to Professional Roofing, Florida Roofing Magazine, Roofing Magazine and authors a Western Roofing, Siding & Insulation Magazine column that focuses on marketing tactics for roofing contractors. She currently consults with the National Roofing Contractors Association and the Roofing Alliance while serving on the boards of Western States Roofing Contractors Association, Roofing Technology Think Tank, and National Women in Roofing, of which she is a founder. In this episode, I spoke to Heidi about her experience in the roofing industry and her expertise in marketing and sales. She also shares input on some of the biggest upcoming trends and challenges in the industry. Don’t miss this episode of Specified Growth Podcast! Please reach out if yo

Steve Little is the President, and one of the founding partners of KPost Roofing and Waterproofing. He is also the CEO, Managing Partner, and Founder of National Roofing Partners, which is a nation-wide partnership of commercial roofing contractors. Steve has served on numerous boards, including RoofPac, TEXO, Roofing Technology Think Tank, and was the past President of Midwest Roofing Contractors Association. In this episode of Specified Growth Podcast, Steve shares his journey to becoming one of the most prominent names in roofing, and the importance of being involved in your industry. He also shares some of the key trends to watch out for, as well as insight on how he manages his busy workload. Tune in for more of Steve’s story! Please reach out if you have any feedback or questions. Enjoy!  Twitter: @TatsuyaNakagawa Instagram: @tats_talks LinkedIn: Tatsuya Nakagawa  YouTube: Tats Talks www.tatstalk.com www.castagra.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sometimes our past experiences create generalizations or biases about what works and what doesn’t in business. Do you ever let those biases effect your decisions? Listen to this week’s episode of Tats Talks to hear how you can remove your opinions from facts, and keep your business moving forward. Please reach out if you have any feedback or questions. Enjoy!    Twitter: @TatsuyaNakagawa Instagram: @tats_talks LinkedIn: Tatsuya Nakagawa  YouTube: Tats Talks www.tatstalk.com www.castagra.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jennifer Ford-Smith is the Director of Product Management and Marketing at Johns Manville. Johns Manville has 43 manufacturing facilities throughout the world and manufactures insulation, roofing materials, and engineered products.  In this episode of Specified Growth Podcast, I spoke to Jennifer about her journey through numerous facets of the industry, including sales, marketing, product management, and leadership. Each area taught her something different that she was able to transfer to her current role. She believes in the importance of understanding your customer, and keeping them at the centre of everything you do. Listen to the full episode for more of her story. Please reach out if you have any feedback or questions. Enjoy!    Twitter: @TatsuyaNakagawa Instagram: @tats_talks LinkedIn: Tatsuya Nakagawa  YouTube: Tats Talks www.tatstalk.com www.castagra.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Arman Chowdhury is an author, communications consultant, and artistic engineer that specializes in storytelling and public speaking. He has helped many entrepreneurs improve their ability to communicate and lead. Arman has exceptional skills in public speaking, social skills, and digital content creation. He runs the very popular YouTube channel and podcast, Armani Talks. He is also the author of Level Up Mentality, as well as numerous successful e-books based on the topic of communication and creativity. He’s a social media expert and has over 30K followers on Twitter.  Please reach out if you have any feedback or questions. Enjoy!    Twitter: @TatsuyaNakagawa Instagram: @tats_talks LinkedIn: Tatsuya Nakagawa  YouTube: Tats Talks www.tatstalk.com www.castagra.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Do you have solid mentors in your life to grow and learn from? I recently had the opportunity to talk with an old friend of mine, and get some great business tips and advice. Having people in your life to share ideas with and learn from is invaluable. Check out this episode of Tats Talks to hear some of the great tips one of my mentors recently gave me. Please reach out if you have any feedback or questions. Enjoy!  Twitter: @TatsuyaNakagawa Instagram: @tats_talks LinkedIn: Tatsuya Nakagawa  YouTube: Tats Talks www.tatstalk.com www.castagra.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

David Rothberg is the Chairman and CEO of LATICRETE. LATICRETE International was founded in 1956, and has just under 2000 team members. The company manufactures adhesives, mortars, and materials for the construction industry. David travels extensively, supporting his customers and company operations in over 100 countries. He’s focused on customer centricity, team building, and healing the world. He believes in surrounding himself with people smarter than he is.  Please reach out if you have any feedback or questions. Enjoy!    Twitter: @TatsuyaNakagawa Instagram: @tats_talks LinkedIn: Tatsuya Nakagawa  YouTube: Tats Talks www.tatstalk.com www.castagra.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Robert Seaman is the President and CEO of NexGen Wood Protection. NexGen has a management team that has more than 60 years of history in the lumber, pressure treating, and chemical industries in Canada, and their products are used throughout the world. Robert has brought NexGen to the forefront of the new age of technology in the wood protection industry. He wants to make the world a better place, and to do things in a new way that people haven’t heard of before. It’s hard work changing an industry, and it takes an incredible amount of patience, something he’s had to learn along the way.  Please reach out if you have any feedback or questions. Enjoy!    Twitter: @TatsuyaNakagawa Instagram: @tats_talks LinkedIn: Tatsuya Nakagawa  YouTube: Tats Talks www.tatstalk.com www.castagra.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

There are a lot of shiny things in marketing that can distract you from your goal, which should be your end results. Listen to this episode of Tats Talks to hear my advice on how to understand the big picture of your goals. Please reach out if you have any feedback or questions. Enjoy!    Twitter: @TatsuyaNakagawa Instagram: @tats_talks LinkedIn: Tatsuya Nakagawa  YouTube: Tats Talks www.tatstalk.com www.castagra.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Austin Hill is the President of Flat Roof Tech. He is a military veteran, and graduated from West Point with an engineering degree, and got his MBA from the University of Texas at Austin. He co-founded a roofing distribution business, and after a few short years, grew it from scratch to over 20 million in revenue, before selling it and starting his current contracting business. In this episode of Specified Growth Podcast, Austin shares some of the challenges he’s seen on both the distribution, and contracting sides of the industry. He also gives some tips on how to better communicate with your clients, and how to use your online presence to grow your community. Please reach out if you have any feedback or questions. Enjoy!    Twitter: @TatsuyaNakagawa Instagram: @tats_talks LinkedIn: Tatsuya Nakagawa  YouTube: Tats Talks www.tatstalk.com www.castagra.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

David Marquet is a best-selling author, recognized leadership expert, and a former US Navy Submarine commander. His book, Turn The Ship Around! A True Story of Turning Followers Into Leaders, was named No. 1 must-read business book of the year by Fortune magazine, with the USA Today listing it as one of the top 12 business books of all time. David’s tenure aboard the Submarine Santa Fe earned widespread military recognition. David has a new book called Leadership Is Language. In this episode of Specified Growth Podcast, David shares some of his leadership techniques. He also discusses the importance of language in leadership, and how to use the right words to get the right response. Don’t miss this episode!  Please reach out if you have any feedback or questions. Enjoy!    Twitter: @TatsuyaNakagawa Instagram: @tats_talks LinkedIn: Tatsuya Nakagawa  YouTube: Tats Talks www.tatstalk.com www.castagra.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Do you use online mentors for motivation to reach your goals? Who are your favorite online mentors? In this episode of Tats Talks, I discuss the value of using online mentors via channels such as LinkedIn, and how they can help propel your own career. Please reach out if you have any feedback or questions. Enjoy!    Twitter: @TatsuyaNakagawa Instagram: @tats_talks LinkedIn: Tatsuya Nakagawa  YouTube: Tats Talks www.tatstalk.com www.castagra.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nate Peo is the Vice President of Purchasing and Construction at The Lewis Group of Companies. Since 1955, The Lewis Group of Companies has developed new communities in California, Nevada, Arizona, and Utah, housing more than 88,000 families.  In this episode of Specified Growth Podcast, Nate talks about the importance of putting yourself out there in the world and creating your own luck. He also discusses the value of networking and building long-lasting relationships, and how it can affect your business. Please reach out if you have any feedback or questions. Enjoy!    Twitter: @TatsuyaNakagawa Instagram: @tats_talks LinkedIn: Tatsuya Nakagawa  YouTube: Tats Talks www.tatstalk.com www.castagra.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Keith Robinson is the Specifications guru at Dialog Design. Dialog Design has studios in San Francisco, Vancouver, Edmonton, Calgary, and Toronto. Keith has spent the last 40 years mastering his specification craft. He’s developed a trusted team of advisors, and it’s helped him immeasurably throughout his career. He believes in asking questions, communication, and building relationships. Listen to this week’s episode of Specified Growth Podcast to hear Keith’s advice on how to build your own team of advisors.  Please reach out if you have any feedback or questions. Enjoy!    Twitter: @TatsuyaNakagawa Instagram: @tats_talks LinkedIn: Tatsuya Nakagawa  YouTube: Tats Talks www.tatstalk.com www.castagra.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of Tats Talks, I discuss how important it is to have a strong “why” when trying to set and achieve your goals. Even big goals are attainable if you have a clear vision of why you want something and why it’s important to you.  Please reach out if you have any feedback or questions. Enjoy!    Twitter: @TatsuyaNakagawa Instagram: @tats_talks LinkedIn: Tatsuya Nakagawa  YouTube: Tats Talks www.tatstalk.com www.castagra.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Chuck Thokey is a keynote speaker, sales success coach, and author. He’s led, coached, and trained large teams of top sales professionals in the exterior home improvement space, which includes roofing, siding, windows, and masonry. In this episode of Specified Growth Podcast, Chuck shares his insight on what makes a good sales team and how to lead one efficiently. He’s a big believer in finding the right champions for the job, and letting the people that aren’t bringing something to the table go. Listen to this episode for more of Chuck’s insight!  Please reach out if you have any feedback or questions. Enjoy!    Twitter: @TatsuyaNakagawa Instagram: @tats_talks LinkedIn: Tatsuya Nakagawa  YouTube: Tats Talks www.tatstalk.com www.castagra.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices