The flooring industry has plenty of opinions. What it needs more of are people willing to invest their time in someone else's growth. There is an incredible amount of knowledge held by the installers, contractors, business owners, trainers, and industry professionals who have spent decades learning this trade. That experience is valuable, but its real impact comes from what happens when it's shared with the people coming up behind them. In this episode of The Huddle, Paul, Daniel, and Jose talk about what real mentorship looks like and why it's different from simply telling someone what they're doing wrong. They discuss the patience it takes to teach, the importance of allowing younger professionals to make mistakes and learn from them, and the responsibility experienced people have to help develop the next generation. It's easy to criticize from the sidelines. Mentorship requires you to step in, share what you know, and stay long enough to help someone improve. If we want better installers, stronger leaders, and a healthier flooring industry in the future, we can't just keep talking about what needs to change. Someone has to be willing to teach the people who will change it. ⬇️ Don’t miss our sponsors who help make The Huddle possible: 🔧 ShagTools.com Your go-to source for professional flooring tools, supplies, and accessories. 🛒 Use code HUDDLE10 for 10% off your first order! 👉 Shop ShagTools.com 🚀 Go Carrera Build your profile, prove your skills, and connect with contractors—all in one place. 👉 Learn more at GoCarrera.com 🛠️ Stubbi Tools by Preferred Flooring Installer-designed tools that work as hard as you do. 👉 Check out Stubbi Tools NAFCT NAFCT is a leading provider of flooring solutions, offering top-quality training, certifications, and support to elevate the industry. 👉 Learn more: https://www.nafct.com 🔹 Divergent Adhesives Innovative adhesive solutions crafted for performance and reliability in the flooring industry. 👉 Check them out: https://www.divergentadhesives.com 🔗 Meet all our sponsors & partners: https://thehuddle.team/sponsors Stay Connected & Join the Conversation! The Huddle Podcast is where the flooring industry comes together to connect, learn, and thrive! Recognized as the #1 podcast in the flooring community, we provide an unmatched platform for professionals to discuss everything from installation techniques to industry trends. At The Huddle, we’re all about driving Forward Progress—empowering seasoned installers, contractors, and flooring enthusiasts to grow, innovate, and lead in their craft. Whether you’re looking for real conversations, actionable insights, or inspiration to take your career to the next level, The Huddle is your home for real discussions that matter. Want to be a guest on The Huddle? Email forwardprogress@thehuddle.team We want to send a special shoutout to our sponsors! FloorCloudFloorCloud revolutionizes jobsite management with its cutting-edge platform, allowing contractors to remotely monitor ambient conditions like temperature and humidity in real-time. Paired with rugged sensors and instant mobile alerts, their technology ensures installations meet manufacturer specifications, reducing liability and enhancing quality control. Learn more at https://floorcloud.com Go CarreraCreate your FREE Installer profile at https://gocarrera.com and become part of the future of the industry TODAY!GET TRAINED! Find a list of training dates here: https://gocarrera.com/resources/training/ Preferred FlooringPreferred Flooring proudly introduces Stubbi Flooring Tools—designed by installers for installers. Stubbi tools are crafted for precision, durability, and ease of use, helping flooring professionals tackle any project with confidence. Explore the full Stubbi line at https://preferredflooringmi.com/stubbi Please visit our new website! https://thehuddle.team
