Shed Geek

04/06/2026

Sneak peek at tomorrows Episode with Till Buch.

Meet our latest guest, who took a teenage obsession with YouTube and turned it into a full-blown career in the tiny home industry. Back when he and his identical twin brother were just 16, they tracked down Bryce Langston from Living Big in a Tiny House while Bryce was still framing his own build in the mud. That single meeting sparked a passion that led them from dreaming about their own small spaces to actually building them.

The journey progressed naturally, with his brother eventually working for a builder in West Auckland, New Zealand, doing everything from painting to drafting the actual building plans for clients. It’s a great reminder that sometimes the most "organic" starts—like being a 16-year-old fanboy—can lead to becoming the person who literally draws the blueprints for someone else's dream home. Check out the video to hear how they went from the framing stage to the drafting table!

03/06/2026

Watch: https://youtu.be/_gr3x2koVbU
Listen: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1723304/episodes/19242579

New episode of the Shed Geek Podcast is out now!

Ron Romeo of Ultimate Structures joins us to share how he went from food distribution to building a thriving portable building business. We talk custom shed sales, display lot strategy, local marketing, customer experience, and what it really takes to close more deals in today's market.

If you're a shed dealer, manufacturer, or entrepreneur looking for practical insights you can put to work immediately, this episode is packed with value.

Listen now and let us know your biggest takeaway! 🎧

A great shed lot doesn’t win by accident, and neither does a great ...

02/06/2026

Dropping tomorrow: Episode #0458 with Ron Romeo.

There’s a special kind of "sales mud" that happens when a customer falls in love with a shed but then realizes they actually have to find a human being to install a gravel pad, wire the lights, or hang the gutters. We’ve all heard the same old story from frustrated buyers: "I just can't get anyone to call me back". If they leave your lot and get ghosted by a local contractor, that shed sale is likely going to vanish right along with them.

The secret to keeping things moving is that little stand of business cards sitting right on the desk. By building a "dream team" of local, trustworthy subcontractors—from excavators and electricians to spray foam and roofing pros—you’re doing more than just selling a building; you're solving their entire "to-do" list before they even walk out the door. Don't let them "think long, think wrong". Keep those local connections close, and you'll find those sales closing a whole lot faster.

01/06/2026

In a world that’s becoming increasingly individualized, it’s comforting to know that some things still require a human touch. While everyone is buzzing about AI taking over, we’re lucky to be in an industry where, at least for our lifetime, sheds actually have to be built by people. Let’s be honest—a robot might be able to calculate pi to a million digits, but it probably can’t navigate a 12x20 through a muddy backyard or appreciate the "character" of a slightly crooked 2x4.1

That doesn't mean we’re stuck in the Stone Age, though. We’re using technology to change the landscape of the industry by connecting people to databases and making everything more efficient. It's about leveling up how we work without losing the heart of what we do. Check out this vault reel from April 27, 2023, for a look at where we’re headed!
Audio: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1723304/episodes/12731188
Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2FPAlIMKBho

30/05/2026

Let’s be honest—the days when you could just drop a few buildings on a lot, find a pulse, and call yourself a shed dealer are long gone. Nowadays, being successful means understanding the actual "grit" required, like answering Facebook Marketplace messages at odd hours of the night just to keep the momentum going. We’ve realized that even hitting $500,000 in sales isn't the finish line it used to be, especially when you’re looking at industry-standard commissions.

It’s really about building a full outdoor ecosystem. Whether it's chicken coops, gazebos, or metal carports, we encourage our dealers to diversify their product lines to make sure their business actually stays sustainable. We try to make an educated decision on who has the right profile for this hustle, but even then, this industry has a way of weeding people out. It’s a wild ride, but for the right person, it’s exactly where they need to be.

Check out yesterday's episode now:
AUDIO: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1723304/episodes/19223257
VIDEO: https://youtu.be/4D4CgUwidWw

29/05/2026

Watch: https://youtu.be/4D4CgUwidWw
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A shed business can look profitable and still be dying from cash flow. We break down inventory turns, aging lots, and the warning signs behind those “20% off” promos. Want the checklist we use? What’s your biggest red flag?

If you missed it, go back and listen to Part 1.

The shed business can look fine on paper right up until the cash dr...

28/05/2026

Watch: https://youtu.be/d2MbbRic4To
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The shed industry is changing fast. More competition, tighter margins, rising costs, and customers expecting a smoother buying experience than ever before.

In the newest episode of The Shed Geek Podcast, we sit down with Greg French of Graceland Portable Buildings to talk about dealer saturation, automation, technology, labor challenges, and what the future of the industry could look like.

If you’re feeling the squeeze in today’s market, this conversation is for you.

Part 1 is out now. Part 2 drops Friday.

The shed business looks simple from the outside, but the inside mat...

26/05/2026

Sneak peek at tomorrow's episode: Part 1 with Greg French.

The view from the "captain’s seat" lately shows an industry changing faster than a delivery driver trying to beat a sunset. It’s a wild time where consumer habits are shifting, manufacturing metrics are tightening, and managing cash flow feels like a high-stakes game of Tetris. We’re watching everything from building styles to financing options evolve right before our eyes, proving that the old way of doing things has officially left the lot.

The most head-scratching part? Watching cities get stricter on shed zoning while simultaneously rolling out the red carpet for Accessory Dwelling Units. It’s like being told you can’t park a bicycle on the sidewalk while they’re building a five-lane highway for motorcycles right next to it. Between the zoning zig-zags and the rapid-fire changes in how we build and ship, the only choice is to buckle up. This ride isn’t slowing down, and we’re just getting started!

25/05/2026

Diving into the vault for this vintage reel from April 5, 2023, featuring a true industry icon. It is a bit of a "weird coincidence" that after 24 years in LA and nearly two decades as a professional actress, Nicole J. Butler became the most recognizable face in the shed world. Whether you know her by the voice or the name "She Shed Cheryl," she managed to reach legendary status without ever having to pick up a nail gun.123

It’s funny how one "lightning strike" of a role can define a career and draw us all together. We’re "geek"ing out a bit because you truly can’t mention a she-shed anywhere without everyone knowing exactly who you’re talking about. Check out the video to see the face behind the structure that launched a thousand builds.

Episode #0112-
Audio: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1723304/episodes/12589467
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6nNym1Ebee0

23/05/2026

Episode #0455 released yesterday!

We’ve all realized by now that AI is only as smart as the homework we give it. These programs are incredible tools, but they’re still missing that "secret sauce" called discernment. While an algorithm can process data, it can't quite juggle 50 different ideas at once to figure out the absolute best path for a living, breathing customer. That level of mental gymnastics just can't be faked—at least not yet.

Technology is great for the backend stuff and those automated response campaigns, but when it comes to the heart of your business, nothing beats a real human. There’s a certain magic in being genuine that a Large Language Model simply can't replicate. So, keep it real and use people to interact with people. Your customers will notice the difference, and you won't have to worry about a robot accidentally trying to sell a shed to a toaster.

Missed it and want to check it out?
Audio: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1723304/episodes/19167300
Video: https://youtu.be/-zCfbhFeHuQ