Shed Geek Podcast
The Shed Geek Podcast offers an in depth analysis of the ever growing and robust Shed Industry. Listeners will experience a variety of guests who identify or specialize in particular niche areas of the Shed Industry. You will be engaged as you hear amateur and professional personalities discuss topics such as: Shed hauling, sales, marketing, Rent to Own, shed history, shed faith, and much more. Host Shannon Latham is a self proclaimed "Shed Geek" who attempts to take you through discussions that are as exciting as the industry itself. Listeners of this podcast include those who play a role directly or indirectly with the Shed Industry itself.
Episodes
365 episodes
Navigating the Construction Industry with Shield Wall Media
Gary Reichert, owner of Shield Wall Media, joins Jared Ledford on the Steel Kings podcast to reveal the powerful strategies behind his company's success in construction industry publishing and trade show management. What began as a job selling ...
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Season 5
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Episode 72
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41:10
Strategic Planning for Shed Business Success with Coach David Greer
Coach David J. Greer joins us to share wisdom gleaned from his remarkable 40-year entrepreneurial journey and decade of business coaching. Our conversation dives deep into what truly drives business success beyond conventional growth metrics.
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Season 5
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Episode 71
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1:10:11
Faith, Business, and Life Eggs
What happens when two industry veterans sit down for an unscripted, heart-to-heart conversation about business sustainability, faith, and life? This month's Sambassador podcast delivers exactly that as Shannon and Sam reflect on five years of p...
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Season 5
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Episode 70
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1:05:56
Race to the Face: How Real-Time Video Is Transforming Customer Experience
The digital transformation wave has finally crashed into the shed industry's shores, and it's bringing video technology that could revolutionize how we connect with customers. In this eye-opening conversation with
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Season 5
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Episode 69
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1:18:22
Building Community Through Steel
Ever wondered why some building dealers thrive while others struggle to stay afloat? The answer might be simpler than you think.When Jared sits down with Shannon "The Shed Geek" for...
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Season 5
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Episode 68
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55:27
Your Financial Story Is Just as Important as Your Financial Statements
When Steve Coughran started his first business at 16 from his sister's garage, little did he know this would lead to a career transforming how construction companies understand their finances. Today, as a fractional CFO who provides what he cal...
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Season 5
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Episode 67
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1:06:04
Beyond the Fear: The Real Impact of Steel Tariffs
The headlines warned of economic disaster when steel tariffs were announced, but what's actually happening on the ground? The Steel Kings dig deep with Ohio State Representative
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Season 5
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Episode 66
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38:59
Turning Trials into Triumphs: A Shed Hauler's Journey: PART 2
What happens when life brings you to your breaking point? For shed hauler Daniel, a catastrophic injury left him bedridden for six months, plunging him into depression that nearly destroyed his business. Just when recovery seemed possible, trag...
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Season 5
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Episode 65
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57:42
Turning Trials into Triumphs: A Shed Hauler's Journey PART 1
What does it take to build a successful shed transport business from scratch? For Daniel Yoder, founder of GDR Transport / Shed Movers, the answer lies not just in logistics and equipment, bu...
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Season 5
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Episode 64
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54:53
Reflections on Independence, Discipline, and Success
Freedom, discipline, and intentional growth—these seemingly contradictory concepts form the powerful foundation of sustainable success in business and life, as explored by Jared Ledford and Eric Olson in this reflective
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Season 5
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Episode 63
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38:38
Behind the Scenes at Shed Geek: Where Marketing and Faith Intersect - Part 3
Ever wondered why some shed companies break through revenue plateaus while others stay stuck? In this revealing episode, the Shed Geek Marketing team pulls back the curtain on what truly works for growing shed businesses, especially those in th...
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Season 5
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Episode 62
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1:06:27
Concrete Partnerships: Building Success Beyond Steel
Forging powerful business partnerships might be the key to unlocking growth you never imagined possible. When metal building dealers Jared Ledford and Eric Olson (the Steel Kings) faced customers walking...
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Season 5
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Episode 61
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40:32
Uncle Sam Wants You...to See What Generosity Can Do
In this heartfelt conversation, Sam Byler dons his patriotic Uncle Sam attire as he and Shannon Latham discuss the monumental hurricane relief efforts that have occupied the shed industry for the past nine months. What began as an emergency res...
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Season 5
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Episode 60
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1:12:27
Behind the Scenes at Shed Geek: Where Marketing and Faith Intersect - Part 2
The digital landscape is transforming the shed industry, separating businesses that thrive from those that merely survive. This revealing conversation dives into the conservative nature of the shed business and how resistance to technological c...
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Season 5
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Episode 59
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1:07:31
Faith, Recovery, and Metal Buildings: Eric Olson's Journey
Ever wonder what drives someone to build not just structures, but a life of purpose? This episode pulls back the curtain on Eric Olson's remarkable journey from tornado cleanup to founding Dayton Barns, no...
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Season 5
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Episode 58
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33:43
Behind the Scenes at Shed Geek: Where Marketing and Faith Intersect - Part 1
Ever wonder what happens when marketing experts obsessed with the shed industry get together at 5 AM? This episode pulls back the curtain on the personalities and principles driving Shed Geek Marketing, revealing candid insights about what it t...
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Season 5
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Episode 57
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1:03:50
Monday Motivations: Finding Purpose Beyond Metal Buildings
What happens when two metal building dealers pull back the curtain on their real lives? This episode takes a refreshingly candid approach as Jared and Eric share what actually drives them beyond business.The conversation kicks off with ...
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Season 5
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Episode 56
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52:29
RTO Contracts: Protecting Your Shed Business from Legal Pitfalls
Ever wonder what happens when a rent-to-own customer stops paying? Or what legal pitfalls could be lurking in your contracts? The shed industry faces unique legal challenges that can make or break your business.Attorney Nick Garrard joi...
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Season 5
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Episode 55
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1:15:37
Steel Tariffs and Industry Integrity
Steel tariffs have officially arrived, and their impact is already reverberating throughout the metal building industry. In this candid conversation, Jared and Eric dive deep into how these economic changes are reshaping business practices, pri...
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Season 5
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Episode 54
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47:01
Beyond Spreadsheets: Streamlining Your Shed Business
The shed industry stands at a pivotal moment where traditional operations meet modern technology challenges. In this insightful conversation with Tristan from Customer Aligned Logistics, we dive deep into h...
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Season 5
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Episode 53
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1:16:40
Building Legacy: The Story Behind Cold Spring Enterprises
When you're in the business of metal buildings, the tools you use define not just your efficiency, but the quality of your finished product. That's why we were thrilled to welcome Wendell from Cold Spring Enterprises to share the fascinating jo...
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Season 5
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Episode 52
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41:32
Calculated Success: Why Your Shed Company Needs Financial Clarity
Behind every successful shed business lies more than just quality craftsmanship—there's a foundation of strategic leadership, financial clarity, and intentional growth planning. In this revealing conversation with Curt Paquette of
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Season 5
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Episode 51
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1:14:22
Behind the Scenes: Site Visits that Close Deals
Boots on the ground make all the difference when closing major metal building deals. This episode brings you straight to Mount Ida, Arkansas, where Eric broadcasts live from an active construction site of a commercial boat storage facility—one ...
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Season 5
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Episode 50
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35:27
Building Business Through Mission: James and Shed Pro's Journey
The digital revolution is transforming the shed industry, creating a stark divide between thriving businesses and those struggling to stay afloat. James, CEO and co-founder of Shed Pro, joins the podcast to sha...
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Season 5
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Episode 49
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1:14:18
Metal Meets Marketing Part 2
The building industry's best-kept secret isn't about materials or designs—it's about the relationship between manufacturers and dealers. In this revealing conversation, Jared Ledford welcomes Shannon "The Shed Geek" to dive deep into what truly...
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Season 5
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Episode 48
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31:09