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Builders Bible Podcast

Builders Bible Podcast

By: Andrew Hathaway
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Helping founders, operators, and builders scale with systems that buy back time and build lasting impact. After selling my $3M business for $1, I went all-in on helping other builders avoid burnout by installing proven VA + AI systems that streamline operations — at work and at home. Now, The Builder's Bible is your go-to source for real strategies, raw conversations, and weekly blueprints to build big — in business, leadership, and life. Subscribe for tactical content, tools that actually work, and stories from the frontlines of building.2025 Career Success Economics Leadership Management & Leadership
Episodes
  • Building a Roofing Empire: Remington McDermott on Sales, AI, and Passion in Business
    Jun 9 2026

    In this episode of the Builders Bible podcast, Andrew Hathaway speaks with Remington McDermott who shares his journey from a sales background to becoming a successful roofing business owner. He discusses the importance of passion in work, the challenges faced in the roofing industry, and the realities of running a business. Remington emphasizes the need for owner involvement, the significance of customer service, and the competitive landscape of the roofing market. He also highlights his strategies for customer acquisition and the importance of maintaining a loyal customer base. In this conversation, Remington discusses the intricacies of the roofing industry, focusing on door knocking as a primary sales strategy, the challenges posed by market saturation, and the importance of product quality. He emphasizes the role of AI and virtual assistants in enhancing business operations while sharing his passion for roofing and the community impact it has had on his life. Remington's insights provide a comprehensive look at the current state of the roofing market and the personal fulfillment derived from working in this essential industry.

    🤝 Thank you to Brian Dukes of Exitwise. Exitwise is a full-service M&A advisory firm that helps business owners sell their companies for more money.

    Website: https://www.exitwise.com

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    Connect on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brdukes/

    🤝 Thank you to Joe Work of 10xnerds. 10xnerds saves business owners cash by analyzing their outgoing expenses, trimming the expense fat, and optimizing the cash flow.

    Website: https://10xnerds.com/

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    🤝 Thank you to Michael Rutkowski of Rutkowski Law Firm. Rutkowski Law Firm helps Michigan business owners protect their personal and business assets by designing and implementing comprehensive estate and asset protection plans.

    Website: https://rutkowskilawfirm.com/

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    Connect on LinkedIn: https://www.facebook.com/rutkowskilawfirm/

    🤝 Thank you to Silas Lagoy of Forgemark LLC. Forgemark LLC is a fractional family office financial planning company that specializes in merging real estate, business, and finance to create holistic wealth management plans for its clients.

    Website: https://forgemarkprivatewealth.com/

    Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/silaslagoy/

    Connect on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/silas-lagoy-senior-marketing-director-421b9b1bb/

    Stream on Other Platforms:

    📺 Builders Bible on Youtube

    🎙️ Builders Bible on Spotify

    Connect with Andrew:

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    Hathaway Companies Website

    Virtual Assist Website

    Freedom AI Website

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    52 mins
  • Scaling Blue Collar Success: Joel Mercado on Coaching, Mindset, and Growth in the Trades
    Jun 4 2026

    In this episode of the Builders Bible podcast, Andrew Hathaway speaks with Joel Mercado who shares his extensive experience in the contracting industry, focusing on coaching contractors, particularly in the painting and pest control sectors. He emphasizes the importance of delegation, utilizing virtual assistants, and the evolving landscape of marketing strategies for home service companies. Joel also discusses the challenges and considerations surrounding business exits, highlighting the need for future planning. Additionally, he integrates his background in neuroscience and mindset coaching into his approach, offering unique insights into sales and leadership. In this conversation, Joel Mercado and Andrew Hathaway explore the nuances of communication through trance and hypnosis, the burgeoning opportunities in blue collar businesses, and the innovative ways to finance these ventures. They discuss the importance of community support and the role of executive assistants in enhancing business efficiency. The dialogue emphasizes the potential for growth in the trades, especially with the integration of AI and strategic partnerships.

    Support our Sponsors:

    🤝 Thank you to Eric Pierre of Pierre Accounting. Pierre Accounting is a national CPA and advanced tax strategy firm that designs sophisticated wealth structures to legally minimize tax and accelerate long-term wealth creation for high-income entrepreneurs and investors.

    Website: https://www.pierreaccounting.com/

    Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/iamyourfavoritecpa/

    Connect on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/pierreaccounting/

    🤝 Thank you to Brian Dukes of Exitwise. Exitwise is a full-service M&A advisory firm that helps business owners sell their companies for more money.

    Website: https://www.exitwise.com

    Follow on Instagram: N/A

    Connect on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brdukes/

    🤝 Thank you to Joe Work of 10xnerds. 10xnerds saves business owners cash by analyzing their outgoing expenses, trimming the expense fat, and optimizing the cash flow.

    Website: https://10xnerds.com/

    Follow on Instagram: N/A

    Connect on LinkedIn: N/A

    🤝 Thank you to Michael Rutkowski of Rutkowski Law Firm. Rutkowski Law Firm helps Michigan business owners protect their personal and business assets by designing and implementing comprehensive estate and asset protection plans.

    Website: https://rutkowskilawfirm.com/

    Follow on Instagram: N/A

    Connect on LinkedIn: https://www.facebook.com/rutkowskilawfirm/

    🤝 Thank you to Silas Lagoy of Forgemark LLC. Forgemark LLC is a fractional family office financial planning company that specializes in merging real estate, business, and finance to create holistic wealth management plans for its clients.

    Website: https://forgemarkprivatewealth.com/

    Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/silaslagoy/

    Connect on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/silas-lagoy-senior-marketing-director-421b9b1bb/

    Stream on Other Platforms:

    📺 Builders Bible on Youtube

    🎙️ Builders Bible on Spotify

    Connect with Andrew:

    Follow on Instagram

    Follow on Facebook

    Follow on TikTok

    Connect on LinkedIn

    Hathaway Companies Website

    Virtual Assist Website

    Freedom AI Website

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    27 mins
  • Building Success from the Ground Up: Noe Madrigal on Scaling A & A Roofing and Culture
    Jun 3 2026

    In this episode of the Builders Bible podcast, Chase Megyeri speaks with Noe Madrigal who shares his unexpected journey into the roofing industry, detailing how he transitioned from a loader to the owner of A & A Roofing. He discusses the significant growth of the company, the importance of company culture, and the challenges of navigating the roofing market. Noe emphasizes the need for clarity and communication as the company expands and highlights the benefits of a retail-focused roofing business. In this conversation, Noe discusses the importance of maintaining in-house teams for quality control and culture, offers advice for aspiring business owners, emphasizes the need for understanding financial metrics, and highlights the value of virtual and executive assistants in streamlining operations and enhancing productivity.

    Support our Sponsors:

    🤝 Thank you to Eric Pierre of Pierre Accounting. Pierre Accounting is a national CPA and advanced tax strategy firm that designs sophisticated wealth structures to legally minimize tax and accelerate long-term wealth creation for high-income entrepreneurs and investors.

    Website: https://www.pierreaccounting.com/

    Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/iamyourfavoritecpa/

    Connect on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/pierreaccounting/

    🤝 Thank you to Brian Dukes of Exitwise. Exitwise is a full-service M&A advisory firm that helps business owners sell their companies for more money.

    Website: https://www.exitwise.com

    Follow on Instagram: N/A

    Connect on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brdukes/

    🤝 Thank you to Joe Work of 10xnerds. 10xnerds saves business owners cash by analyzing their outgoing expenses, trimming the expense fat, and optimizing the cash flow.

    Website: https://10xnerds.com/

    Follow on Instagram: N/A

    Connect on LinkedIn: N/A

    🤝 Thank you to Michael Rutkowski of Rutkowski Law Firm. Rutkowski Law Firm helps Michigan business owners protect their personal and business assets by designing and implementing comprehensive estate and asset protection plans.

    Website: https://rutkowskilawfirm.com/

    Follow on Instagram: N/A

    Connect on LinkedIn: https://www.facebook.com/rutkowskilawfirm/

    🤝 Thank you to Silas Lagoy of Forgemark LLC. Forgemark LLC is a fractional family office financial planning company that specializes in merging real estate, business, and finance to create holistic wealth management plans for its clients.

    Website: https://forgemarkprivatewealth.com/

    Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/silaslagoy/

    Connect on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/silas-lagoy-senior-marketing-director-421b9b1bb

    Stream on Other Platforms:

    📺 Builders Bible on Youtube

    🎙️ Builders Bible on Spotify

    Connect with Andrew:

    Follow on Instagram

    Follow on Facebook

    Follow on TikTok

    Connect on LinkedIn

    Hathaway Companies Website

    Virtual Assist Website

    Freedom AI Website

    Show More Show Less
    35 mins
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