Go With John

In this special episode, John talks to three of Stanley Martin Custom Home’s Project Managers, Pat Kearns, Tim Brassfield, Craig Christman. They discuss what it means to be a project manager and even share a few stories.

Tom and John discuss what it was like to grow up in Virginia in the 70s and 80s as well as some great insight from a long time business owner. Tom even explains his brief period as an apple salesman!

“Safe at Home” – with Jennifer Jacobs and Rachel Foster. Go With John as he chats with Jennifer Jacobs, the Executive Director for the Albemarle Housing Improvement Program. AHIP is a Virginia-based nonprofit that helps keep people in their homes by doing critical repairs. Rachel Foster joins us for part of the show, and shares how she became involved with AHIP, as well as what inspired her to support the nonprofit.

Go With John as he sits down with Rachel Foster, managing broker for Long & Foster Real Estate. In this episode, John and Rachel discuss the unique and personal aspects of selling real estate, career growth, and uncovering your passions. Rachel also shares the story behind joining the family business, and talks about her involvement with Albemarle Housing Improvement Program (AHIP). Hear more about Rachel Foster in Episode 3, where John sits down for a fun conversation with her brother, Boomer Foster!

Go With John as he chats with Laura Lovo. Laura is the Design Manager at Stanley Martin Custom Homes. In this episode, John and Laura discuss the path to finding your dream career. Laura also shares her favorite aspects of working at the design studio as well as predictions on future home design trends. In addition to having an eye for all things home design, Laura also enjoys painting in her free time!

Go With John as he sits down for a fun conversation with Jerry Berry. Jerry is the Executive Vice President at First Heritage Mortgage and a Preferred Lender for Stanley Martin Custom Homes. Before he got into the lending business, he was a bowler, tortilla chip maker, and car salesman! In this episode, John and Jerry discuss first jobs, and how sales experience and building trust with clients leads to success in business.

Go With John as he chats with Frank Stidman – an entrepreneur from Washington D.C. and friend of the Go With John Show. As the owner of Evolution Broadband LLC, Frank does everything from home improvement, to setting up 5G towers. In this episode, hear about how he started his business and the roads that led to his success. John and Frank also share valuable advice for aspiring entrepreneurs and discuss the importance of perseverance.

Go With John as he sits down with his business partner and friend, Michael Schnitzer – President of Stanley Martin Custom Homes. This episode is the first of many featuring Michael. In this conversation, Michael shares a bit about his personal life and how his experience in building led him to a career with Stanley Martin Custom Homes. John and Mike also discuss being Awarded Best Home Built in America in 2001.

Go With John as he chats with Mike Zell – an incredibly successful Loan Officer, as well as a Preferred Lender for Stanley Martin Custom Homes. In this episode, Zell offers his perspective on what success means to him and the importance of perseverance. John and Mike also discuss how the lending business has changed over the years, advice for new lenders, and how to overcome challenges throughout your career.

Go With John as he chats with Boomer Foster. Boomer is the President of General Brokerage at Long & Foster Real Estate. This wonderful conversation includes Boomer’s early life in a small town, his hilarious College Football stories, and his road to Long & Foster.