Built In Noco

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Built in NOCO is a story-driven podcast highlighting the people and businesses shaping their communities. Each episode goes beyond surface-level conversations to explore personal journeys, defining moments, challenges, and lessons learned along the way. Hosted by Clint Fowler, the show features honest conversations with founders, leaders, and changemakers who are building something meaningful. Whether you’re a business owner, a community supporter, or someone who simply loves real stories about real people, Built in NOCO offers insight, inspiration, and connection. This is where stories come

  1. Oct 5

    Do You Really Need a Realtor?

    Are real estate agents really the scam artists of selling a house? Clint asks Brian McKinnon, a Northern Colorado realtor with Real Brokerage, straight up. Brian went from a $19,500-a-year teaching contract to full-time real estate in 2015, and he specializes in helping families relocate to Northern Colorado. In this episode: • Why 80–90% of new agents quit within two years • The biggest mistake people make relocating to Northern Colorado (hint: don't pick the house first) • The "discovery trip" that matches you to the right city before the right house • How a good agent takes the emotion out of buying and selling • Why you should interview multiple realtors, even if a friend is an agent • What to ask an agent before you hire them • Brian's step-by-step process for selling a home, from media day to rollout marketing Connect with Brian McKinnon: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/realbrianmckinnon YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@realbrianmckinnon TikTok: @realbrianmckinnon Watch the full episode on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rj4_CM3rjzE Built In NOCO connects Northern Colorado with the local businesses that make it home. If this episode was valuable, share it with someone you know, like and trust. Recorded at NoCo Podcast Studio in Evans, Colorado. Chapters: 0:00 Are real estate agents scam artists? 0:41 From teacher to realtor 4:47 What tipped the scales to full-time real estate 7:14 How teaching and real estate are alike 8:36 Why 80–90% of agents quit in two years 11:31 Avoiding costly relocation mistakes 12:44 The relocation discovery trip 14:36 Taking the emotion out of buying and selling 16:27 Clint's first-home bidding war 19:38 How to stay emotionally detached 20:42 Interview multiple realtors 21:44 Build a plan and a team 23:34 What to ask when interviewing an agent 26:09 Brian's process for selling a home 28:11 Media day and rollout marketing 31:00 Track your marketing, cut what doesn't work 32:38 How to reach Brian 34:48 Who you work with matters

    Do You Really Need a Realtor?

  2. Oct 2

    Protect Your Lawn and Trees

    Colorado just had one of its driest winters in memory, and lawns and trees are still feeling it. Brad Woods, President of American Turf & Tree Care in Greeley, joins Clint to share what Northern Colorado homeowners should be doing now, from stopping winter turf mites to watering trees through the cold months.In this episode:• Why turf mites do the most damage in fall and winter when there's no snow• The "cycle and soak" watering method for deeper roots and less runoff• How much to water trees in winter: the 10-gallons-per-inch rule• Why drought damage to trees can show up three to five years later• The three-legged stool of lawn health: mowing, nutrition, and watering• How to prep soil before planting a new tree• Can AI apps really diagnose your lawn?American Turf & Tree Care has been family-owned since 1982, serving Greeley, Fort Collins, Loveland, Windsor, Johnstown, Milliken, Eaton, Kersey, and Berthoud. They also care for the lawns of families with a deployed service member at no charge.Connect with American Turf & Tree Care:📞 Call or text: (970) 352-7711🌐 https://www.americanturfandtreecare.com📘 https://www.facebook.com/AmericanTTCBuilt In NOCO connects Northern Colorado with the local businesses that make it home. Recorded at NoCo Podcast Studio in Evans, Colorado.Chapters:0:00 Welcome and Colorado's dry winter0:36 What low snowpack means for your lawn2:06 Winter turf mites3:30 Drought watering: the cycle and soak method7:28 Fertilizer and soil water retention12:29 Mature lawns and root density14:10 The three-legged stool of lawn health15:04 American Turf & Tree Care's story, since 198217:11 Giving back to the community20:42 Gardens, trees, and shrubs22:01 Winter tree watering: 10 gallons per inch24:29 Planting a new tree the right way26:33 Can AI apps diagnose your lawn?28:36 Service area30:53 Final advice and how to reach them#BuiltInNOCO #NorthernColorado #Greeley #LawnCare #TreeCare

    Protect Your Lawn and Trees

  3. Sep 30

    Custom Metal Fabrication in Northern Colorado

    Michael Haren grew up on a ranch where everything needed fixing. One Christmas, he made custom metal gifts for his family, people started asking him to make one for them too, and it never stopped. Today his company, Iron Studio, has built more than 600 custom metal projects across Northern Colorado and beyond.In this episode of Built In NOCO, Michael joins Clint to talk about:• The 256-hour, hand-forged aluminum gate he built for a veteran in Loveland• Why metal fabrication is both a technical skill and a creative one• Why welding is only about 20% of fabrication, and how to get started• How Iron Studio uses AI to mock up your project from the very first phone call• Custom railings, repairs that match existing metalwork, and work built to last generations• Why relationships, not ads, have kept his business growing for nearly seven yearsShout-out from Michael to Roush Steel Co. in Fort Lupton and the Northern Colorado fabrication community.Connect with Iron Studio:📞 303-775-8122🌐 https://ironstudio.us📸 https://www.instagram.com/ironstudiollc📘 Facebook: Iron Studio LLCBuilt In NOCO connects Northern Colorado with the local businesses that make it home. If this episode was valuable, share it with someone you know, like and trust. Recorded at NoCo Podcast Studio in Evans, Colorado.#BuiltInNOCO #NorthernColorado #Greeley #MetalFabrication #Welding

    Custom Metal Fabrication in Northern Colorado

  4. Aug 2

    Why Your Fitness Plan Isn’t Working with Chris Silvernale

    Why do so many people put in the work at the gym but still struggle to see lasting results? Clint Fowler sits down with Chris Silvernale, co-owner of NOCO Fitness, to talk about building a fitness business from the trunk of a car, creating a welcoming gym without long-term contracts or intimidation, and helping people get stronger through personalized training, nutrition coaching, and real accountability. Chris explains why a generic workout is rarely enough, how NOCO Fitness builds plans around each person’s goals, and why sustainable progress matters more than quick fixes. They also discuss InBody scans, strength for everyday life, staying active as we age, and the role a good coach plays in getting better results with less wasted time. Learn more: https://www.nocofitness.com/ https://www.instagram.com/nocofitness_colorado/ https://www.facebook.com/nocofitness/ CHAPTERS 00:00 Why going to the gym can feel difficult 00:53 From the trunk of a car to NOCO Fitness 02:19 Expanding across Northern Colorado 03:31 A gym without contracts or intimidation 06:20 How personalized training begins 09:29 What personal trainers actually do 10:00 Strength that improves everyday life 12:06 Nutrition coaching and InBody scans 14:18 Sustainable weight loss without starvation 16:34 Why NOCO Fitness keeps growing 18:43 Is personal training worth the cost? 20:34 Maximum results with less wasted time 21:48 Why fitness changes after 30 23:12 Staying strong for children and grandchildren 25:29 Vitality Vault and how to connect

  5. Jul 29

    Why Your Website Isn’t Converting (And How to Fix It) | Arnold of Telos Creative

    Why do some business websites look good but fail to generate calls, appointments, or sales? In this episode of Built In NOCO, Clint sits down with Arnold Jakobsen of Telos Creative to discuss what makes a business website effective. Arnold explains why a website needs more than attractive design: it needs clear messaging, intentional branding, strong calls to action, and a simple path that helps visitors take the next step. Arnold also shares his personal journey from Colombia to the Faroe Islands and eventually Northern Colorado, where his passion for creativity, coaching, and helping businesses succeed led him into website design and marketing. In this conversation: • Why a website is still essential for a modern business • How branding, colors, fonts, and photography shape trust • The website mistakes that cost businesses leads • Why clear calls to action matter • How to use AI website builders without creating a generic website • When animation improves a website—and when it becomes a distraction • Why logos need to work in different formats • Website considerations for agents, advisors, and regulated businesses • How search is changing through AI tools Connect with Arnold and learn more about Telos Creative: https://teloscreative.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/telos.creative.co/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61563803453285 Follow Built In NOCO for more conversations with Northern Colorado business owners, professionals, and community leaders. CHAPTERS 00:00 Why every business needs an effective website 01:22 Arnold’s journey to Northern Colorado 03:57 How Arnold entered the creative and web-design industry 07:09 Starting with purpose, branding, and strategy 10:20 What makes a website bad? 12:12 Calls to action that convert visitors 16:30 Clear messaging: how do you help customers win? 20:55 Your website as the hub of your marketing 22:54 Building a website with AI 29:11 Website animations: useful or distracting? 35:34 What makes a strong, versatile logo? 42:24 Websites and personal brands in regulated industries 47:59 The future of search and AI discovery 49:30 How to connect with Arnold and Telos Creative

  6. Jul 9

    The Hawaiian Donut Taking Over Loveland

    Everyone knows Krispy Kreme. But there's a new donut in Northern Colorado, and it's nothing like the shelf-fresh kind you're used to. In this episode, we sit down with the owner of the Hawaiian Donut Company (partnered with Hawaii's Manuel's Malasadas) to talk about how a chance stop at a roadside food truck on the Big Island turned into a made-to-order malasada business in Loveland, Colorado. We dig into what makes a malasada different from a traditional donut, how the owner earned the right to represent a 100-year-old family recipe, and how a five-second grand opening video led to local news coverage and sold-out weekends within their first month. What You'll Learn: What a malasada is and how it differs from a traditional doughnut Why the recipe is intentionally less sweet — and how it's still used in savory dishes like pulled pork sliders The story behind partnering with Hawaii's Manuel's Malasadas, including the vetting process and the "ohana" mentality behind it How the business used social media and local press to grow fast in its first month What's next for the business, including gluten-free options and a possible Kona coffee partnership Chapters: Introducing the Hawaiian Donut Company What Makes a Malasada Different From a Donut The Backstory: Finding Manuel's Malasadas in Hawaii Earning the Recipe: The Ohana Vetting Process The Setup: Truck, Patio, and Lake Loveland Views Growth: Local News, Social Media, and Word of Mouth What to Expect When You Order Ordering Ahead: Website, Call, and Text Gluten-Free and Ingredient Questions What's Next: Coffee, Flavors, and Future Plans Resources Mentioned: Manuel's Malasadas (original Hawaii-based brand, Kona side of the Big Island) BizWest (local business publication that first covered the story) The Loveland Reporter-Herald (local newspaper) 9News (local news station) Contact & Links Mentioned: The guest noted the business can be found by searching "Hawaiian Donut Company" on Google, Yelp, Apple Maps, Instagram, Facebook, and TikTok. If you enjoyed this episode, hit like, subscribe, and share it with someone who needs to know Hawaiian donuts have landed in the mainland. #HawaiianDonutCompany #SmallBusinessSpotlight #NorthernColoradoEats

    The Hawaiian Donut Taking Over Loveland

  7. Jun 19

    Stop Overcomplicating Dog Training

    Dogs Don't Need Perfection—They Need Consistency Most dog owners want a well-behaved dog, but many feel overwhelmed by training, busy schedules, and conflicting advice. In this episode of Built in NoCo, we sit down with Ivy from Meraki Paws to discuss practical dog training, potty training, crate training, dog walking, and how small daily habits can create massive changes in your dog's behavior. Whether you're raising a new puppy, adopting an older dog, or simply trying to bring more peace into your home, this conversation is packed with actionable advice. Why consistency matters more than complicated training methods The benefits of private dog training versus group classes How to successfully potty train a puppy Why crate training is often misunderstood How small training moments throughout the day can transform behavior 00:00 Introduction to Ivy and Meraki Paws 04:30 Common dog training challenges 09:45 Private training vs. group classes 15:20 Training newly adopted dogs 20:10 Puppy training fundamentals 26:45 Potty training tips and the bell system 33:00 Crate training misconceptions 42:15 Making training fit into a busy schedule 48:30 How Meraki Paws helps dog owners 52:00 Final advice for dog owners Four-H PetSmart Training Classes Website: merakipawsllc.com Social Media: Meraki Paws Business contact available through the website and social media channels. Ivy is a professional dog trainer and owner of Meraki Paws. She has been training dogs for nearly twenty years and specializes in helping dog owners create structure, consistency, and confidence through personalized training programs and dog care services. #DogTraining #PetOwners #BuiltInNoCo If you're struggling with dog training, potty training, or simply want a better relationship with your dog, connect with Ivy at Meraki Paws. If you enjoyed this episode, please like, subscribe, follow, and share it with fellow pet owners. @builtinnoco

    Stop Overcomplicating Dog Training

  8. Jun 10

    Stop Playing Small - This Is What Real Coaching Actually Does

    What if the thing holding your business back isn't your market, your team, or your budget — but the story you're telling yourself? Clint sits down with Arron Chambers — lead pastor at Journey Christian Church and executive coach with Novus Global — to unpack what coaching really is, why everyone from Netflix to local realtors is using it, and how two powerful tools (the Racket and the Ownership Reframe) can shift the way you think about your business starting today. What You'll Learn: The difference between coaching and consulting — and why it matters for your growthHow Novus Global's "meta performance" framework helps businesses go from stuck to thrivingWhy your complaints are actually hidden visions waiting to be unlockedHow to use the Racket tool to identify the stories sabotaging your resultsWhat it means to make your vision your boss — and build commitments around itChapters: Intro & Who Is Arron ChambersWhy a Pastor Coaches Businesses and Pro Sports TeamsWhat Makes Novus Global Different from Traditional ConsultingMeta Performance: Beyond High PerformanceThe Vision Framework — Thrilling, Impossible, MeasurableCoaching in Action: The Realtor and the Fitness InfluencerThe Power of Ownership LanguageThe Racket Tool — Identifying Hidden StoriesHow to Work with Arron / What a Vision Call Looks LikeClosingContact & Links Mentioned: Email: arronchambers@novus.globalWebsite: arronchambers.comIf this episode hit home, share it with someone who's been spinning their wheels in their business. Subscribe so you never miss a conversation worth having. #BusinessCoaching #NovusGlobal #NorthernColorado

    Stop Playing Small - This Is What Real Coaching Actually Does
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Built in NOCO is a story-driven podcast highlighting the people and businesses shaping their communities. Each episode goes beyond surface-level conversations to explore personal journeys, defining moments, challenges, and lessons learned along the way. Hosted by Clint Fowler, the show features honest conversations with founders, leaders, and changemakers who are building something meaningful. Whether you’re a business owner, a community supporter, or someone who simply loves real stories about real people, Built in NOCO offers insight, inspiration, and connection. This is where stories come

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    Built In Noco
  • Years Active
    2026
  • Episodes
    19
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