LBM Talks

Rikka Brandon is joined in this episode by Grant Leavitt of Marcus Lumber in Marcus, Iowa. They talk about recruiting in small-town markets, reaching out to prospective team members, the power of employee testimonials, and more. Thanks to our sponsor, Key-Link Fencing & Railing.

If you've ever wanted to know more about recruiting, hiring, and holding on to top-tier talent at your LBM business, chances are your research has brought you to Rikka Brandon.

Join Rick Davis as he talks with John Blumberg, national speaker and author about John's philosophy of Return on Integrity, following your purpose, taking time to meditate, and more. Thanks again to our sponsor, DMSi.

Bill Lee is back to talk pricing strategies, profitability, the difference between price and cost, and much, much more. Thanks to our sponsor, DMSi.

In this episode, Rick chats with Rita Ferris, president of the NRLA about navigating LBM businesses through the pandemic, diversity in the industry, and how to help others become great leaders. Thanks to our sponsor, DMSi. 

In this episode, Rick chats with LBM sales industry leader Bill Lee about getting started in sales, the influence of Zig Ziglar, and what it takes to build a lasting sales career. Thanks to our sponsor, DMSi.

In this episode, Rick is joined by Ruth Kellick-Grubbs of Kellick & Associates who shares keys to data-driven improvements and the importance of supporting your "gut feeling" business decisions with data. Thank you to our sponsor, DMSi.

In this episode, Rick is joined by Jim Sobeck, entrepreneur, author, and CEO at New South Construction Supply. Listen in as the two discuss building a business, recruiting tactics, sales tools, and much more. Thanks to our sponsor, DMSi.

In this episode, Rick is joined by Fred Lorson, sales manager at Your Building Centers, the largest employee-owned lumber and building material supplier in Pennsylvania. 

In this episode, Rick and Peter Ganahl, CEO of Ganahl Lumber discuss mission statements, competitive advantages, running an ESOP company, and more.  Thanks to our sponsor, DMSi.