Jared Foster: Jpaulthecarpenter

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“ I just saw other people making money in other ways rather than just, you know, busting their butt trying to build every day. And I was like, man, let me let me try to see if I can do this.”

-Jared Foster

Welcome to a brand-new episode of the Woodpreneur Podcast. Today, your host Steve Larosiliere is joined by Jared Foster from Jpaulthecarpenter. Jared's journey from the music industry to becoming a skilled woodworker and successful business owner is nothing short of inspiring. Let's dive into his remarkable story. Jared's journey into the world of woodworking started in an unconventional way. He moved to Atlanta and spent a year and a half on tour with a music artist. However, the constant travel and living out of a suitcase took its toll. Jared knew he needed a change. He decided to leave the music scene behind and embrace a new path.

Once off the road, Jared's journey into woodworking began. He started small, using pallets and reclaimed materials from the neighborhood to create unique pieces of furniture. This is where his passion for woodworking started to flourish. Jared's creativity was unleashed, and he began making TV stands with LED lights, tables, and more.

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“My price is my price. I want to give you the best thing that I can give you. And I want other people to see this thing. And want to come and shop with me.”

-Jared Foster

The Power of Connections

Jared's journey continued to evolve. He collaborated with a well-known general contractor in Atlanta who mentored him in the ways of contracting and home renovations. This mentorship broadened Jared's skillset and provided invaluable insights into the industry.

The Porch Swing King

For five years, Jared's primary focus was creating beautiful porch swings. These swings became so popular that people in Atlanta affectionately referred to him as "the porch swing king." He created swings that became a hub for families to gather and enjoy their homes. However, Jared's journey didn't stop there.

Expanding Into Home Renovations

Jared's ambition led him to expand into home renovations, taking on projects that involved complete transformations of living spaces. He gradually built a team, hiring part-time help and collaborating with various contractor teams in Atlanta to handle different aspects of renovation projects.

Challenges Along the Way

One of the significant challenges Jared faced was negotiating prices with clients. He realized that compromising on pricing often led to the use of cheaper materials, which affected the quality of the final product. His lesson was clear: maintaining his prices was essential to ensuring the highest quality for his clients.

“part of that is having a visionary mission and a vision for your company, so that you can start to attract the right talent to your company. Yeah, right. But it's a little, it's a muscle that you need to develop. You know, one needs to develop in order to start sourcing, outsourcing and scaling. “

-Steve Larosiliere

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