Joel Fleischman Happy Hour Podcast

Happy Hour Podcast #159 - Why Attainability is the Future of Homeownership

Think you’re priced out of the market? Think again. Mike Howe is on a mission to shift the mindset from "affordability" to attainability. Whether you're a first-time buyer looking to build equity or looking for the low-maintenance living, Mike breaks down the roadmap to homeownership.Buy Dirt Song by Jordan Davis ft. Luke Bryanhttps://mikehowebuilders.com/

Happy Hour Podcast #158 - Midwest Tops: Trends, Timing, and Traction

Patrick Aldape from Midwest Tops joined the show and treated us to some Foxtown Brewing beverages for this Happy Hour conversation!Inside the Episode:-Patrick's background and how he got the job at Midwest Tops- What Midwest Tops does and their one stop shop approach- How their collaboration with Drexel streamlines the fabrication process.- 2026 Trends including printed Quartz- The Billboard QuestionResources:Traction: Get A Grip On Your Business by Gino Wickman

Happy Hour Podcast #157: Making the World a Better Home

In this episode, we sit down with Paul O’Brien from CertainTeed. He shares his professional journey and why CertainTeed focuses on being the "asked-for vendor" rather than just the biggest.We dive deep into the science of roofing, covering:-The Anatomy of a Shingle- Warranties & Trends-NorthGate® ClimateFlex® - Why this specific shingle is a game-changer-The Mission: How purpose-driven design is helping CertainTeed make the world a better, more sustainable home.

Happy Hour Podcast #156 - The Bliss Blueprint with Adam and Amanda Kroener

Join us for a high-octane Happy Hour with the founders of Carbliss, Adam and Amanda Kroener. Discover how this powerhouse duo tuned out the skeptics to turn a backyard dream into a nine-figure reality. Adam and Amanda get candid about the early days of bringing the drink to life, the mental toughness required to work through the obstacles of rapid scaling, and why they refuse to compromise on company culture as they expand into new markets. It’s a masterclass in resilience, execution, and staying true to your Wisconsin roots while conquering the national stage.

Happy Hour Podcast #155 - New Year Q&A with Joel

In this special Q&A, Joel dives into his personal reflection process, how he approaches the new year, and a new word he is focusing on.What we discuss:Process over Outcomes: Why Joel is leaning into the Burn Your Goals philosophy—focusing on what you can control and measure rather than just the finish line.The Mental Game: How to silence self-doubt and set yourself up for systematic success.Vision & Focus: The role of mantras, vision boards, and the words that anchors his year.Books:Burn Your Goals by Josh Medcalf and Jamie GilbertOne Word That Will Change Your Life by Dan Britton, Jimmy Page, and Jon GordonThe System