Welcome to “If Walls Could Talk” where Walls & Ceilings magazine is out to discover just that.
Listen as W&C talks with influencers in the industry who are making an impact. We are helping educate and entertain the wall and ceiling industry as only W&C can do. What brought these people to the industry? What’s in store for the contractor? And “If Walls Could Talk,” what stories would they tell? Find out all of this and more on each episode.
In this episode of If Walls Could Talk, Jill Bloom discusses the crucial role of leadership with Ryan Groth, CEO of the Sales Transformation Group, emphasizing the transformative impact it has on businesses. Groth highlights the significance of fostering a strong connection to purpose and the critical need for integrity and care, underscoring the enduring success of leaders committed to a selfless "why."
The recent episode of If Walls Could Talk delves into effective strategies for limiting the impact of wildfires, as seen in the context of the recent Hawaii fires. In conversation with Trent Cotney, partner at Adams & Reese, the discussion highlights the importance of adapting building codes, particularly emphasizing the significance of building materials in the Wildland-Urban Interface (WUI) standard. Furthermore, the episode sheds light on the complexities of enforcing safety incentives, touching upon the necessity of a holistic approach beyond mere disciplinary actions. Cotney also addresses the challenges arising from discrepancies between city, state, and federal heat standards in the construction industry.
Sales can be tough, and business owners have a hard enough time running operations than to always keep up with their sales process.
A lack of oversight, however, can cost a company much more than a single customer if they have a sales team going rogue, Legal Insights expert Trent Cotney in this brief episode. Listen to the full conversation with Group Publisher Jill Bloom.
In this episode, Pocket Protectors CEO Thea Dudley explains why high interest rates, inflation and other economic concerns may mean additional challenges when it comes to collecting payments. Check out her tips and the full conversation.
In this episode of "Dear Anna," Anna Anderson, CEO of Art Unlimited, highlights the significance of roofing contractors claiming their listings on Apple Maps. With a substantial user base of Apple product owners in the United States, Apple Maps serves as more than just a navigation tool, offering valuable insights into local businesses and consumer reviews. Anderson underscores the opportunities and benefits of having a verified listing on Apple Maps, which can enhance a contractor's online presence and engagement through voice-activated search queries. Apple's recent revamp of Apple Business Connect further improves this tool's capabilities, making early adoption advantageous for businesses.
In this latest episode of If Walls Could Talk, W&C Editor John Wyatt speaks with Sean Browne, Manager, Codes and Standards, at Armstrong World Industries on acoustics. Browne further discusses soundproofing and acoustics.
In the latest episode of "If Walls Could Talk," Richard Reppert, President of R.L. Reppert, discusses various industry issues, emphasizing the strong construction activity in eastern Pennsylvania and his optimism for 2024. With many retiring Boomers from the company, there's a labor deficit that they address by recruiting from vocational schools and high schools to attract the next generation of workers. Reppert highlights adaptability as a key factor for the company's success, emphasizing the need to evolve in the construction business.
In this episode of If Walls Could Talk, Jill Bloom discusses the crucial role of leadership with Ryan Groth, CEO of the Sales Transformation Group, emphasizing the transformative impact it has on businesses. Groth highlights the significance of fostering a strong connection to purpose and the critical need for integrity and care, underscoring the enduring success of leaders committed to a selfless "why."
The recent episode of If Walls Could Talk delves into effective strategies for limiting the impact of wildfires, as seen in the context of the recent Hawaii fires. In conversation with Trent Cotney, partner at Adams & Reese, the discussion highlights the importance of adapting building codes, particularly emphasizing the significance of building materials in the Wildland-Urban Interface (WUI) standard. Furthermore, the episode sheds light on the complexities of enforcing safety incentives, touching upon the necessity of a holistic approach beyond mere disciplinary actions. Cotney also addresses the challenges arising from discrepancies between city, state, and federal heat standards in the construction industry.
Sales can be tough, and business owners have a hard enough time running operations than to always keep up with their sales process.
In this episode, Pocket Protectors CEO Thea Dudley explains why high interest rates, inflation and other economic concerns may mean additional challenges when it comes to collecting payments. Check out her tips and the full conversation. 
In this episode of "Dear Anna," Anna Anderson, CEO of Art Unlimited, highlights the significance of roofing contractors claiming their listings on Apple Maps. With a substantial user base of Apple product owners in the United States, Apple Maps serves as more than just a navigation tool, offering valuable insights into local businesses and consumer reviews. Anderson underscores the opportunities and benefits of having a verified listing on Apple Maps, which can enhance a contractor's online presence and engagement through voice-activated search queries. Apple's recent revamp of Apple Business Connect further improves this tool's capabilities, making early adoption advantageous for businesses.
In this latest episode of If Walls Could Talk, W&C Editor John Wyatt speaks with Sean Browne, Manager, Codes and Standards, at Armstrong World Industries on acoustics. Browne further discusses soundproofing and acoustics.
In the latest episode of "If Walls Could Talk," Richard Reppert, President of R.L. Reppert, discusses various industry issues, emphasizing the strong construction activity in eastern Pennsylvania and his optimism for 2024. With many retiring Boomers from the company, there's a labor deficit that they address by recruiting from vocational schools and high schools to attract the next generation of workers. Reppert highlights adaptability as a key factor for the company's success, emphasizing the need to evolve in the construction business.