The Grit Blueprint
Step into "The GRIT Blueprint," where AI, Branding and Building Industry Business expert Stefanie Couch sits down with industry leaders and business professionals to explore what it takes to blaze new trails and find success in different industries and professions.
Stefanie will explore topics to help you better understand industries, personal and professional development, branding, marketing, entrepreneurship, and much more. From a Fortune 500 building material distribution company to owning her own business, Stefanie has experience using GRIT to make it to the top.
Join Stefanie as she brings insights from business leaders to help you gain the GRIT you need to succeed.
Podcasting since 2024 • 39 episodes
The Grit Blueprint
Latest Episodes
How Executives Can Leverage LinkedIn for Business Growth with Melanie Borden
LinkedIn represents one of the most efficient strategies for B2B companies to build visibility, attract talent, and drive business growth through executive personal branding. Melanie Borden, founder of The Borden Group and LinkedIn expert with ...
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Beyond Brick and Mortar: Preserving Business Legacies in Construction with Kim Peffley
Kim Peffley, Regional Vice President at Nation's Best, shares her journey from working at her family's True Value store to preserving business legacies across the hardware industry. Her story showcases how the building and construction industry...
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Transforming Hardware Stores: How Nation's Best Creates Retail Magic with Chris Miller
Chris Miller of Nation's Best shares how the company has grown from zero to 64 stores across 18 states by immediately investing in store renovations that transform mom-and-pop hardware stores into professional retail environments. Their strateg...
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Small, Nimble, and Thriving: How Independent Lumberyards Compete in a Consolidating Market with Erin Moore
Erin Moore shares why being small and nimble in the lumber industry is a competitive advantage in today's market. We explore how independent lumberyards can thrive amid industry consolidation by leveraging their deep community relationships and...
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Building Legacy with Innovation: The Future of Independent Lumber Yards with Mark Blickenstaff
Mark Blickenstaff, Divisional Director at Moore Lumber and Hardware, shares how their 75-year-old business is embracing AI to enhance customer service while maintaining personal relationships. His team has implemented innovative solutions inclu...
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