Louis opens up with a personal update about his recent health challenges, including major surgery and the importance of slowing down to listen to one's body. Louis emphasizes the critical need for self-care.Addressing mental health awareness in trades, we advocates strongly for taking necessary breaks and reminds everyone: "It's not lazy to take care of yourself—it's survival."We provides an honest assessment of the state of the economy, exploring its impacts on industries such as paint and coatings, wood product manufacturing, and consumer demand. Learn what contractors, makers, and finishers should monitor closely, and uncover opportunities emerging amid economic turbulence.This episode also highlights the exciting launch of Kustom Grain. Louis shares the vision behind Kustom Grain, detailing why building something meaningful in challenging times matters more than ever.Lastly, we tackle the growing role of AI in the trades, emphasizing its value as a supportive tool rather than a replacement for skilled professionals. Practical examples, such as AI-driven scheduling, estimating, and documentation, illustrate how embracing technology can enhance, not threaten, your craft.The podcast is back—expect engaging industry guests, fresh product launches, candid discussions on mental health, and valuable business tips in upcoming episodes.Don't forget to subscribe, follow, and share the podcast if you found value, and feel free to message or email topics you'd like covered in future episodes!The Fine Finish Podcast:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thefinefinishpodcastInstagram: https://instagram.com/finefinishpodcast Fine Finish Supply: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/finefinishsupplyInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/elitefinefinishTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@finefinishsupplyYouTube: @finefinishsupply Kustom Grain:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/kustomgraintxInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/kustomgrainTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@kustomgrainStore Website: https://www.finefinishsupply.com