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Kraft Your Life is the ultimate podcast for home service operators, blue-collar founders, and modern tradesmen who refuse to build a mediocre business. Hosted by Matt Kuehlhorn—owner of Kooler Garage Doors—this show is designed for the relentless leaders ready to transition from stressed-out operators to true masters of their craft.

Each episode delivers raw, unfiltered conversations with industry visionaries and game-changers who are actively scaling businesses, leading elite teams, and redefining excellence in the trades. If you are ready to reclaim your time, dominate your market, and build a legacy of true Kraftsmanship, this is your blueprint.

Tune in, get inspired, and start building with intention. Take the next step in your journey and subscribe to the Kraftsmanship Journal for actionable growth strategies at www.KraftsmanshipJournal.com.

Episodes

Aug 16, 2026

44 min

What if working harder isn't actually the fastest way to build a successful business, or a fulfilling life?
In this episode of the Kraft Your Life Radio Show, Matt Kuehlhorn sits down with Ellen Long, certified financial planner, MBA, TEDx speaker, and author of Take the Elevator, Stop Grinding: There's a Smarter Way Up. Ellen has built her career around helping entrepreneurs identify the leverage points that allow them to grow, create value, and ultimately build businesses that can be sold. But this conversation goes far beyond business strategy. If this conversation gives you a new perspective on business, success, identity, or the idea of "enough," share it with someone who needs to hear it.
 
🔗 Links Mentioned in the Episode
🌐 ellensworld.com
📚 https://www.amazon.com/stores/Ellen-Long/author/B0H593TBD3
 
Sommar Garage Door Opener: https://www.sommer-usa.com/
Kooler Garage Doors: https://koolergaragedoors.com/

Aug 16, 2026

44 min

Aug 9, 2026

42 min

In this episode of the Kraft Your Life Radio Show, host Matt Keuhlhorn sits down with Mark Stern, a former strategy consultant turned founder and CEO of Custom Box Agency. Mark breaks down how businesses can transition from selling standard digital offers to delivering unforgettably curated physical experiences. Discover how to apply the concept of "journey stacking" to skyrocket customer retention, and why blending tactile products with modern AI tools is the future of business engagement. Whether you’re an entrepreneur, home business owner, or even a marketer, this conversation is packed with helpful insights for you!
 
🔗 Links Mentioned in the Episode
🌐 customboxagency.com
🌐 linkedin.com/company/custom-box-agency
 
Sommar Garage Door Opener: https://www.sommer-usa.com/
Kooler Garage Doors: https://koolergaragedoors.com/

Aug 9, 2026

42 min

Aug 2, 2026

44 min

In this episode of the Kraft Your Life Radio Show, host Matt Keuhlhorn sits down with Enterprise Account Executive Scott Ossim to discuss how AI is fundamentally changing the way home service contractors can generate leads and close sales online. From AI agents like ChatGPT to Gemini, and AI-powered search, Scott explains why contractors need to rethink their websites before traditional SEO becomes obsolete
Whether you're a home service business owner, marketer, entrepreneur, or anyone interested in sales performance or automation, this conversation is packed with fresh insights for you!
 
🔗 Links Mentioned in the Episode
🌐 https://www.contractorcommerce.com/
🌐 https://www.linkedin.com/in/scott-ossim/
🎧 https://open.spotify.com/show/4ANrS0vW0LTvttlb1zpYCO?si=7a729bac75ac414c
@contractorcommerce on YouTube
 
Sommar Garage Door Opener: https://www.sommer-usa.com/
Kooler Garage Doors: https://koolergaragedoors.com/

Aug 2, 2026

44 min

Jul 19, 2026

48 min

In this episode of the Kraft Your Life Radio Show, host Matt Kuehlhorn sits down with Zac Garside, founder of Send It and former CEO of Power Selling Pros, to discuss why most home service businesses are leaving money on the table by ignoring the customer list they already own. Zac shares how elite companies create emotional connections through customer service, why email marketing still delivers one of the highest ROIs in business, and how his "Will/Won't" research framework uncovers the hidden motivations that actually drive buying decisions.
Whether you're a home service business owner, marketer, entrepreneur, or anyone interested in persuasion, branding, and customer experience, this conversation is packed with practical insights!
 
🔗 Links Mentioned in the Episode
🌐 https://www.withsendit.com/top-secret
🌐 https://zacgarside.com/
 
Sommar Garage Door Opener: https://www.sommer-usa.com/
Kooler Garage Doors: https://koolergaragedoors.com/

Jul 19, 2026

48 min

Jun 13, 2026

47 min

In this episode of the Kraft Your Life Radio Show, Matt Kuehlhorn sits down with public speaker and communication coach Joel Weldon to explore how communication directly impacts success in business, leadership, relationships, and life. Joel shares his remarkable journey from being painfully shy and unable to speak in front of groups to becoming one of the world's most accomplished professional speakers, delivering more than 3,000 paid presentations and coaching over 10,000 speakers. Whether you're leading a team, growing a business, giving presentations, or simply trying to communicate more effectively, this conversation is packed with practical wisdom you should use!
 
🔗 Connect with Joel
🌐 ultimatespeaker.com
 
Sommar Garage Door Opener: https://www.sommer-usa.com/
Kooler Garage Doors: https://koolergaragedoors.com/

Jun 13, 2026

47 min

Jun 1, 2026

47 min

In this episode of the Kraft Your Life Radio Show, Matt Kuehlhorn sits down with Dr. Beverly Moskowitz, a pediatric occupational therapist, educator, author, and creator of the internationally recognized Size Matters Handwriting Program. With over 50 years of experience, Dr. Bev reveals the surprising neuroscience behind handwriting, why writing by hand strengthens memory and learning, and how one simple shift in focus transformed handwriting education across the world.
 
🔗 Connect with Beverly
🌐 realotsolutions.com
📧 Bev@realotsolutions.com 
 
Sommar Garage Door Opener: https://www.sommer-usa.com/
Kooler Garage Doors: https://koolergaragedoors.com/

Jun 1, 2026

47 min

May 24, 2026

1 hr 13 min

In this powerful episode of the Kraft Your Life Radio Show, Matt Kuehlhorn sits down with entrepreneur, speaker, and author Jonathan Whistman to break down the psychology behind company culture, leadership, and human performance. Jonathan shares how transforming his own health and mindset unlocked a new level of clarity, energy, and leadership, and why the best businesses operate more like movements than companies.
 
🔗 Pick up one of Jonathan’s Books today!
https://www.unrecruitable.com/
https://a.co/d/0aYM8WdQ
 
https://www.thesalesboss.com/
https://a.co/d/0iddD2Ac
 
Sommar Garage Door Opener: https://www.sommer-usa.com/
Kooler Garage Doors: https://koolergaragedoors.com/

May 24, 2026

1 hr 13 min

May 12, 2026

50 min

On this episode of the Kraft Your Life Radio Show, host Matt Kuehlhorn sits down with Jennifer Bagley, CEO of CI Web Group, to discuss how AI is transforming search visibility, customer trust, sales processes, and the future of home services businesses. Jennifer explains why traditional websites are becoming obsolete, how AI assistants like Siri and Alexa will reshape customer buying behavior, and why contractors need to adapt NOW to survive the next wave of digital disruption.
Whether you're a home service business owner, marketer, or entrepreneur, this episode is packed with actionable insights about the future of AI and business!
 
🔗 Connect With Jennifer:
ciwebgroup.com
aitoolsforthetrades.ai
juststartai.io
 
Sommar Garage Door Opener: https://www.sommer-usa.com/
Kooler Garage Doors: https://koolergaragedoors.com/

May 12, 2026

50 min

May 6, 2026

43 min

In this episode of The Kraft Your Life Radio Show, Matt Kuehlhorn sits down with Mike Konefal as he shares his journey from college entrepreneur to founder of RisingHy Hot Sauce, owner of Tortilla Lady, and commercial real estate professional. He reveals how resilience, grit, and bold decision making helped him overcome business collapse during COVID, pivot industries, and continue building his vision. If you're an entrepreneur, aspiring business owner, or someone looking to craft a life worth living, this episode delivers powerful real-world wisdom.
Subscribe for more conversations on business, mindset, and crafting your best life!
 
🔗 Connect With Mike:
https://risinghy.com/
https://tortillalady.net/
https://www.coldwellbanker.com/az/flagstaff/agents/mike-konefal/aid-P00200000000036k03uu0ykjcnyYTnf6jzwKeRra
928-853-3810
 
Sommar Garage Door Opener: https://www.sommer-usa.com/
Kooler Garage Doors: https://koolergaragedoors.com/

May 6, 2026

43 min

Apr 29, 2026

47 min

What if profit wasn’t an afterthought… but your first priority?
In this episode of the Kraft Your Life Radio Show, Matt Kuehlhorn sits down with Rocky Lalvani as they break down why so many business owners generate revenue but still struggle financially. From understanding cash flow and business math to implementing Profit First strategies, Rocky reveals how entrepreneurs can stop operating blindly and start building truly profitable businesses. Whether you’re a business owner, entrepreneur, or someone striving for greater control over your finances and life, this episode is packed with practical wisdom.
🔔 Subscribe for more insights on smart business decisions, strategies, and more ways to Kraft Your Life!
 
🔗 Connect With Rocky:
profitcomesfirst.com
 
📢 Listen to the Profit Answer Man Podcast:
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/profit-answer-man-scaling-with-profit-first-beyond/id1508245322
https://profitanswerman.libsyn.com/
https://open.spotify.com/show/0qR0UwWi4UKy3buH0CBAY5
https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL-Wes0MqF-cI7pTJQoVFod-juDOLt5INw&si=FKoO7SzMu-wW16MJ
 
Sommar Garage Door Opener: https://www.sommer-usa.com/
Kooler Garage Doors: https://koolergaragedoors.com/

Apr 29, 2026

47 min

The Kooler Garage Door's Lifestyle Podcast - A Garage Door Podcast Focused on Building Community Connections

We're a garage door repair company based in Gunnison and Grand Junction Colorado. So Why do we Podcast?



It's beacuase of our mission. We're on a mission to build stronger community where we live, work and play. And the Kooler Lifestyle Podcast is about getting to know the 'who' behind our community businesses and leadership. This way we develop and facilitate relationships that ultimately build the communities strength.



Join us as we get to know people who are influencing our communities. And reach out anytime you need garage door assistance. We're here to offer garage door repair, service and installation. And as a garage door podcast -- we're here to get to know the people who run businesses and who lead our communities.

Who do we need to bring onto the show?

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