144. Blue Collar Cruise #8

This time on Blue Collar Cruise, Daniel and Jose take the wheel for a high-energy, no-fluff ride through the latest in the flooring and construction world. With Paul out this week, the duo dives deep into what’s moving the needle—from jobsite wins and losses to new tech, trade show buzz, and what’s keeping installers motivated (or frustrated).

💡 What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

  • Hot takes on the newest trends in the trades

  • Honest talk about what’s working—and what’s not—on the job site

  • Insight into staying ahead in a competitive industry

  • A fresh look at how installers can continue driving Forward Progress

Whether you’re laying floors, running a crew, or just hungry to level up your trade game, this episode keeps it real—and keeps you in the loop.


🚀 Why This Episode Matters:

At The Huddle, we believe in real talk, real growth, and real change. The Blue Collar Cruise series is your weekly pulse check on the trades—unfiltered insights from those who live it every day.


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Let’s keep driving Forward Progress—together.

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Paul Stuart is the owner of Stuart and Associates Commercial Flooring, and Founder of Go Carrera, a digital platform aimed at improving the lives of the Professional Flooring Installer. Daniel and Jose Gonzalez own Preferred Flooring out of Grand Rapids, Michigan.