EP96: Nolan Young

This week’s episode features licensed carpenter and custom woodworking designer Nolan Young. Nolan is the owner of Gifted Hands Carpentry and Gifted Hands TV Mounting and Installation Services. The name of his business “Gifted Hands” is very fitting as his talent for custom designs is evident upon viewing his work. Hailing from the north side of Oklahoma City, Nolan is putting OKC on the map with his unique artistry in furniture design and woodworking. Brandy and Nolan chat about his childhood and what it was like attending various schools in the city. Nolan explains that he initially wanted to be a chef. However, the stars aligned for him to transition to find his true calling in carpentry and design. After receiving his carpentry license, Nolan began featuring his work on Facebook which helped him gain popularity and customers. His craft speaks for itself and the influx of orders further propelled his business. He was then able to leave corporate America and start solely working for himself. Nolan candidly discusses the ups and downs of owning his own company. From designing custom orders for celebrities to getting robbed and having to restart from scratch; Nolan has handled it all with dignity. Nolan’s tenacity and faith allowed him to persevere despite the hardships. He explains how he used the negative experiences to further enhance his business which resulted in success. Nolan utilized his hustler’s mentality to expand his carpentry business to also offer TV mounting and installation services. His business motto is “Bringing Your Vision to Reality with My Hands.” By custom designing everything from entertainment centers, cabinets, book shelves, shoe boxes and even yoni steam chairs, Nolan is able to do just that. You can check out his artistry and book him for your design needs at the following:

Instagram: @giftedhandscarpentry

Facebook: Gifted Hands Carpentry

Facebook: Gifted Hands TV Mounting & Installation Services

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