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2 months ago | 
masonrymagazine.com | George Hedley |Dick Dentinger |Damian Lang |Steven Fechino
MASONRY STRONG Podcast, Episode 15 Recap: Steve Wheeler, Sales and Business Development at EZG Words: Justin StengelSteve Wheeler joins the MASONRY STRONG set to talk about how he was introduced to this industry, the art of selling, and his love of golf. A Career Built on PassionSteve Wheeler’s journey with EZG Manufacturing began over a decade ago. Reflecting on his early days. In Steve's words, but colloquially expressed, working at EZG meant wearing many hats.
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2 months ago | 
masonrymagazine.com | George Hedley |Damian Lang |Steven Fechino |Cass Stern
Business Building: How Subcontractors Can Wow Their Customers!
Being a contractor is hard as there are lots of moving parts out of your control. On every job there are over 5,762 chances to make a mistake, miss a schedule, or tick off customers.
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2 months ago | 
masonrymagazine.com | George Hedley |Dick Dentinger |Steven Fechino |Cass Stern
Contractor Tip of the Month: Less is More - How Silence Can Help You Close More Sales Words: Damian LangSales is an art as much as it is a science. It is not just about knowing your products inside and out but also understanding the customer’s mindset. Striking the right balance between listening, speaking, and knowing when to stay silent can make or break a deal. No products can be delivered or work started until you make a sale.
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2 months ago | 
masonrymagazine.com | George Hedley |Dick Dentinger |Damian Lang |Steven Fechino
Marvelous Masonry: The Tarragona Cathedral Words: Cass SternPhotos: DDurrich, saiko3p, Alexey_Fedoren, benkrut, Scenicgraphy, guy-ozenne, Vladislav Zolotov, Diego Coppola, elisabono, Robert Ray, WirestockThe Tarragona Cathedral, located in the historic city of Tarragona, Spain, is a significant example of medieval architecture and masonry.
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2 months ago | 
masonrymagazine.com | George Hedley |Dick Dentinger |Damian Lang |Steven Fechino
GEN NXT: Skills Competition Winners Words: Justin StengelThis month, the MCAA got the opportunity to sit down with the 2025 Skills Competition 1st place winners. First Year mason Michael McKee, Second Year mason Mason Ridenhour, and Third Year mason Alec Huntley did what it took to be the best at World Of Concrete this year. Placing first over numerous other skillful competitors is no easy task and shouldn't go unrecognized.
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Jan 3, 2025 | 
masonrymagazine.com | George Hedley |Dick Dentinger |Damian Lang |Steven Fechino
American Treasure: West Point Cadet Chapel Words: Cass SternPhotos: PapaBear, Ad Meskens, Ahodges7, Jack Arnouts, West Point Academy, Linda CovinoThe West Point Cadet Chapel stands as an enduring symbol of architectural brilliance, blending Gothic Revival grandeur with the precision and artistry of masonry. Perched on a hill overlooking the United States Military Academy, this iconic structure is a house of worship and a testament to the craftsmanship and innovation of early 20th-century masons.
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Jan 3, 2025 | 
masonrymagazine.com | Cass Stern |George Hedley |Damian Lang |Steven Fechino
Chairman's Message: Grab Hold, the Wind Is At Our Back Words: Dick DentingerEach year, the MCAA holds two conventions. The mid-year meeting is held in the late summer or early fall. It’s always hosted at a city or venue that offers more of a boutique convention feel. Any members of the MCAA are welcome, and they gather to hold our committee and mid-year meetings as we steer the association’s direction and goals.
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Jan 3, 2025 | 
masonrymagazine.com | Cass Stern |George Hedley |Dick Dentinger |Steven Fechino
Contractor Tip of the Month: Visionary Leadership - Steering the Ship Toward Success Words: Damian LangLeadership often involves charting a course through uncertain waters, much like navigating a ship. While captains are celebrated for skillfully steering vessels to their destinations, another crucial role often goes unnoticed: the lookout. Positioned high in the crow’s nest, the lookout scans the horizon for hidden dangers, ensuring the ship’s path is safe.
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Dec 2, 2024 | 
masonrymagazine.com | Cassandra Shea |Steven Fechino
Building More: Accuracy or Efficiency Words: Corey AdamsI am sure by now you have heard the saying that you can have it good, cheap, and fast. The problem is you can only choose two of the three. Good and cheap won’t be fast, cheap and fast won’t be good, and good and fast won’t be cheap. It is a phenomenal analysis of what we as contractors aim to provide, and the limitations of what we can deliver.
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Nov 7, 2024 | 
masonrymagazine.com | Cassandra Shea |George Hedley |Steven Fechino
2024 was a year of innovation and advancement in the masonry industry. From tools, to materials, to technology, companies all across the trade are putting their foot forward to change masonry for the future. This year, we reached out to our MAP partners to give them a chance to show off their progress and new products that came out over the past year.
