By day, Kyle Hedin is the owner of Illustrious Hardwoods in Mesa, Arizona, and by night, he is host of the Floor Academy Podcast. The podcast covers topics pertinent to the flooring installation community—ranging from business insights to depression and addiction. No matter the topic(s) of the week, the underlying message remains the same: you are worth it—worth the time, effort and energy it takes to strengthen yourself, your craft, your business and your pockets.
FCI: You are a fairly newcomer to the industry (six years). As a business owner, how have you determined the value of your skill and the work that you do and what advice do you have for others in the industry who might be having a difficult time doing the same?