392 More Leads Won't Fix Your Funnel
Sun Feb 08 2026
A packed inbox can still mean you're doing it wrong if you don't have filters that protect your time and your margins. Nick and Tyler break down how to define your ideal client, build real hurdles into your intake, and stop making fear-based decisions that drag your business backwards.
Show Notes:
00:00 Intro & surprise dog
01:00 Busy inbox, bad pipeline
07:00 Quality leads vs volume
18:00 Stop chasing random inquiries
27:00 Undercharging for the portfolio
37:00 You're not built for that job yet
49:00 Content strategy = lead strategy
01:02:01 Hurdles that self-qualify
01:12:03 Wrap & IBS event plug
Video Version:
https://youtu.be/BcgvPu5PzoA
Partners:
Andersen Windows
Harnish Workwear
Use code H1025 and get 10% off their H-label gear
The Modern Craftsman:
linktr.ee/moderncraftsmanpodcast
Find Our Hosts:
Nick Schiffer
Tyler Grace
Podcast Produced By:
Motif Media
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A packed inbox can still mean you're doing it wrong if you don't have filters that protect your time and your margins. Nick and Tyler break down how to define your ideal client, build real hurdles into your intake, and stop making fear-based decisions that drag your business backwards. Show Notes: 00:00 Intro & surprise dog 01:00 Busy inbox, bad pipeline 07:00 Quality leads vs volume 18:00 Stop chasing random inquiries 27:00 Undercharging for the portfolio 37:00 You're not built for that job yet 49:00 Content strategy = lead strategy 01:02:01 Hurdles that self-qualify 01:12:03 Wrap & IBS event plug Video Version: https://youtu.be/BcgvPu5PzoA Partners: Andersen Windows Harnish Workwear Use code H1025 and get 10% off their H-label gear The Modern Craftsman: linktr.ee/moderncraftsmanpodcast Find Our Hosts: Nick Schiffer Tyler Grace Podcast Produced By: Motif Media