by Mark Williams
The Curious Builder is a podcast that gives a voice to Minnesota building industry professionals, providing them a platform to tell their stories about starting and growing their businesses, highlighting challenges and wins, and revealing insights listeners may apply to their own businesses and experiences.
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April 21, 2025
<p class="p1">In this episode, Mark sits down with Heather Tankersley—builder, business owner, mom, and all-around powerhouse. They talk about how high-performing entrepreneurs in the trades can manage burnout, set boundaries, and protect their energy while leading growing teams and busy households. They also discuss the importance of building a company with heart, the impact of the Contractor Coalition, and why giving back to your community is just as important as turning a profit.</p> <p class="p2"> </p> <p class="p1">Support the show - https://www.curiousbuilderpodcast.com/shop</p> <p class="p2"> </p> <p class="p1">See our upcoming live events - https://www.curiousbuilderpodcast.com/events</p> <p class="p2"> </p> <p class="p1">The host of the Curious Builder Podcast is Mark D. Williams, the founder of Mark D. Williams Custom Homes Inc. They are an award-winning Twin Cities-based home builder, creating quality custom homes and remodels — one-of-a-kind dream homes of all styles and scopes. Whether you’re looking to reimagine your current space or start fresh with a new construction, we build homes that reflect how you live your everyday life.</p> <p class="p2"> </p> <p class="p1">Sponsors for the Episode:</p> <p class="p2"> </p> <p class="p1">Pella</p> <p class="p1">Website: https://www.pella.com/ppc/professionals/why-wood/</p> <p class="p2"> </p> <p class="p1">Adaptive</p> <p class="p1">https://www.adaptive.build</p> <p class="p2"> </p> <p class="p1">Where to find the Guest:</p> <p class="p1">Website: https://www.tankersleybuilds.com/</p> <p class="p1">Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tankersley_construction/</p> <p class="p1">Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Tankersleyconstruction/</p> <p class="p1">Houzz: https://www.houzz.com/pro/tankersleyconstruction</p> <p class="p2"> </p> <p class="p1">Where to find the Host:</p> <p class="p1">Website - https://www.mdwilliamshomes.com/</p> <p class="p1">Podcast Website - https://www.curiousbuilderpodcast.com</p> <p class="p1">Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/markdwilliams_customhomes/</p> <p class="p1">Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/MarkDWilliamsCustomHomesInc/</p> <p class="p1">LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/mark-williams-968a3420/</p> <p class="p1">Houzz - https://www.houzz.com/pro/markdwilliamscustomhomes/mark-d-williams-custom-homes-inc</p>
April 17, 2025
<p class="p1">Mark recaps his trip to Buildertrend University, where he and his team got a serious reality check on how they’ve been using (and under-using) the platform. Hear what stood out—from smarter use of templates to powerful new AI features—and why team buy-in is the secret ingredient to any business upgrade.</p> <p class="p2"> </p> <p class="p1">Support the show - https://www.curiousbuilderpodcast.com/shop</p> <p class="p2"> </p> <p class="p1">See our upcoming live events - https://www.curiousbuilderpodcast.com/events</p> <p class="p2"> </p> <p class="p1">The host of the Curious Builder Podcast is Mark D. Williams, the founder of Mark D. Williams Custom Homes Inc. They are an award-winning Twin Cities-based home builder, creating quality custom homes and remodels — one-of-a-kind dream homes of all styles and scopes. Whether you’re looking to reimagine your current space or start fresh with a new construction, we build homes that reflect how you live your everyday life.</p> <p class="p2"> </p> <p class="p1">Sponsors for the Episode: </p> <p class="p2"> </p> <p class="p1">Lake Society Magazine:</p> <p class="p1">Website: https://www.lakesocietymagazine.com/</p> <p class="p2"> </p> <p class="p1">Where to find the Host:</p> <p class="p1">Website - https://www.mdwilliamshomes.com/</p> <p class="p1">Podcast Website - https://www.curiousbuilderpodcast.com</p> <p class="p1">Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/markdwilliams_customhomes/</p> <p class="p1">Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/MarkDWilliamsCustomHomesInc/</p> <p class="p1">LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/mark-williams-968a3420/</p> <p class="p1">Houzz - https://www.houzz.com/pro/markdwilliamscustomhomes/mark-d-williams-custom-homes-inc</p>
April 14, 2025
<p class="p1">From window installs to wellness trends, we’re covering it all. Mark is joined by Jenn Tuetken, the Director of Innovation & Design, who brought you Pella’s innovative Steady Set™ system. They talk R&D, jobsite safety, reducing install times, and how a small insight led to a big industry shift. Plus: IBS trade show stories, cold plunge culture, and the power of storytelling in product design. If you’ve ever wondered how the pros actually innovate—this one’s for you.</p> <p class="p2"> </p> <p class="p1">Support the show - https://www.curiousbuilderpodcast.com/shop</p> <p class="p2"> </p> <p class="p1">See our upcoming live events - https://www.curiousbuilderpodcast.com/events</p> <p class="p2"> </p> <p class="p1">The host of the Curious Builder Podcast is Mark D. Williams, the founder of Mark D. Williams Custom Homes Inc. They are an award-winning Twin Cities-based home builder, creating quality custom homes and remodels — one-of-a-kind dream homes of all styles and scopes. Whether you’re looking to reimagine your current space or start fresh with a new construction, we build homes that reflect how you live your everyday life.</p> <p class="p2"> </p> <p class="p1">Sponsors for the Episode:</p> <p class="p2"> </p> <p class="p1">Pella</p> <p class="p1">Website: https://www.pella.com/ppc/professionals/why-wood/</p> <p class="p2"> </p> <p class="p1">Adaptive</p> <p class="p1">https://www.adaptive.build</p> <p class="p2"> </p> <p class="p1">Where to find the Guest:</p> <p class="p1">Website: https://www.pella.com/</p> <p class="p1">Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pellawindows/</p> <p class="p1">Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/pellawindowsanddoors</p> <p class="p1">LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/pella/</p> <p class="p1">Houzz: https://www.houzz.com/professionals/window-sales-and-installation/pella-windows-and-doors-pfvwus-pf~562038467?</p> <p class="p2"> </p> <p class="p1">Where to find the Host:</p> <p class="p1">Website - https://www.mdwilliamshomes.com/</p> <p class="p1">Podcast Website - https://www.curiousbuilderpodcast.com</p> <p class="p1">Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/markdwilliams_customhomes/</p> <p class="p1">Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/MarkDWilliamsCustomHomesInc/</p> <p class="p1">LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/mark-williams-968a3420/</p> <p class="p1">Houzz - https://www.houzz.com/pro/markdwilliamscustomhomes/mark-d-williams-custom-homes-inc</p>
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