All Episodes

July 29, 2022 9 mins

Send Us Your Questions & Feedback!

Episode Overview

In this episode, Roger Magalhaes dives into the power of continuous improvement—or “Kaizen”—and why it’s fundamental for any window treatment installer who wants to reach the top of their field.

Discover how adopting a Kaizen mindset doesn’t just transform your daily workflow, but also leads to happier clients, greater confidence, and long-term business growth.

Key Topics Covered

What is the Kaizen philosophy?
A Japanese concept focused on making constant, incremental improvements for extraordinary results over time.
Why Installers Should Embrace Kaizen?
Roger explains how adopting continuous improvement prevents stagnation in your business, increases professionalism, and sets you apart from competitors.
Everyday Application:
Learn actionable steps you can implement immediately—whether it’s improving how you load your tools, refining client communication, or enhancing your technical skills on each job.
Real-World Installer Stories:
Roger shares personal insights from his own journey, highlighting how mistakes became learning opportunities and stepping stones to mastery.

Roger’s Practical Kaizen Steps


Document Your Process:
Start by tracking steps for each new task. What went well? What could be better?
Small, Consistent Changes:
Don’t aim for perfection swiftly—improve one thing at a time, every day. Over time, the results are transformational!
Ask for Feedback:
Encourage client feedback and use it to make informed improvements.
Share and Collaborate:
Connect with other installers—learn from their experiences and share your own Kaizen journey.

Listener Challenge:

What’s ONE thing you can improve on your next installation?
Share your story with Roger and join the community of pros who are always striving to get better—one step at a time.

🎙️ No Strings Attached - by Roger Magalhães

A bold podcast weaving window wisdom, entrepreneurial grit, and the immigrant hustle—with no strings attached.

🎧 This episode is brought to you by BlindsOnline.com

Looking for window treatments without the overwhelm? BlindsOnline.com makes it simple and affordable to shop for blinds, shades and shutters from the comfort of your home. With over 60 years of combined industry expertise behind the scenes, you get curated selections, honest advice, and no-nonsense pricing — because buying blinds shouldn’t be complicated.

👉 Visit BlindsOnline.com and make window shopping easy again.


🔗 Explore More:

👉 Shades In Place Inc. – Custom Window Treatments: www.shadesinplace.com
👉 Trading Up Consulting – Industry Training & Mentorship: www.tradingupconsulting.com
👉 Podcast Page: www.shadesinplace.com/podcast

👉 We Dress Naked Windows Blog
👉 Blind Audacity Blog
👉 Tradi...

Mark as Played

Advertise With Us

Popular Podcasts

Stuff You Should Know
Dateline NBC

Dateline NBC

Current and classic episodes, featuring compelling true-crime mysteries, powerful documentaries and in-depth investigations. Follow now to get the latest episodes of Dateline NBC completely free, or subscribe to Dateline Premium for ad-free listening and exclusive bonus content: DatelinePremium.com

The Breakfast Club

The Breakfast Club

The World's Most Dangerous Morning Show, The Breakfast Club, With DJ Envy, Jess Hilarious, And Charlamagne Tha God!

Music, radio and podcasts, all free. Listen online or download the iHeart App.

Connect

© 2025 iHeartMedia, Inc.