• The Journey of a Family Woodworking Business With Joe Julian

  • Jun 3 2024
  • Length: 1 hr and 5 mins
  • Podcast

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The Journey of a Family Woodworking Business With Joe Julian

  • Summary

  • Summary

    Joe Julian, owner of Julian and Sons Fine Woodworking, shares his journey in the cabinet woodworking field and the challenges and successes of running a family business. He discusses the process of creating custom gun rooms and trophy rooms for clients all over the world, highlighting the importance of understanding the client's needs and creating a space that reflects their personal style. Joe also talks about the signature Danish oil finish that his company uses and the versatility and timeless appeal of hardwoods. He emphasizes the value of building relationships with designers and contractors to establish trust and long-term partnerships.


    Keywords

    woodworking, custom furniture, gun rooms, trophy rooms, Danish oil finish, hardwoods, family business, relationships, business growth, decision-making, partnership, sustainability, legacy, mentorship, training, trades industry


    Takeaways

    Building a successful family business requires hard work, dedication, and the ability to adapt to changing market demands.

    Creating custom gun rooms and trophy rooms involves understanding the client's needs and preferences and designing a space that reflects their personal style.

    The Danish oil finish is a versatile and timeless option for hardwood furniture, providing a beautiful patina and the ability to spot repair and maintain the finish over time.

    Developing relationships with designers and contractors can lead to long-term partnerships and a steady stream of projects.

    Using traditional craftsmanship techniques combined with modern processes and finishes allows for the creation of unique and high-quality furniture pieces.

    The death of Joe Julian's father was a pivotal moment in the business, leading to a decision to continue and grow the company.

    Bringing in a partner with complementary skills and a clear direction helped strengthen the company and prepare for future growth.

    Transitioning from an owner-operator mentality to an owner mentality can be challenging but necessary for sustainability and legacy.

    Mentorship and training are crucial in the trades industry to pass on knowledge and maintain quality standards.


    Titles

    Creating Custom Gun Rooms and Trophy Rooms

    The Journey of a Family Woodworking Business

    The Pivotal Moment: Continuing and Growing the Business

    Transitioning to an Owner Mentality: Challenges and Growth


    Sound Bites

    "We're woodworkers, not businessmen."

    "Family businesses are really hard and the dynamics are challenging."

    "This is where they find their happy place. This is where they get the solace."

    "The death of my father was really the pivotal moment... when I had to make a serious decision of continuing the business, what direction I was going to go in with it."

    "We went from three owners to one and we were able to get a clear direction... versus three strong-headed individuals who are very closely related."

    "He's the integrator to me being the innovator... every good company's based on two people with distinct skill sets."


    Chapters

    00:00

    Introduction and Background

    07:38

    Working with Family and Transitioning to the Next Generation

    13:12

    Creating Spaces for Clients' Personal Retreats

    23:50

    Building Relationships with Designers and Contractors

    31:29

    The Importance of Trust and Long-Term Partnerships

    37:29

    Transitioning to an Owner Mentality: Challenges and Growth

    47:52

    Mentorship and Training: Ensuring Quality Standards in the Trades Industry

    Links:

    https://www.instagram.com/julian_and_sons/

    https://julianandsons.com/



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