This is the official podcast for the trade publications Building Connection, Electrical Connection and Plumbing Connection. Here we will post news updates, interviews and discussions about each of those industries.
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This weekly podcast brings influential journalists Sam McClure and Mitch Cleary together to chat about trading, buying and selling of AFL players. Player movement is the game within a game and such is the business of sport, and also the appetite of footy fans, Sam and Mitch will start the conversation before the ball is bounced to start the 2024 season. They will take fans up to the mid-season draft, inside the big re-signings and then to the official trade table at season’s end. But if you ...
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Tradies Success Podcast | Business Podcast For Trade Business Owners, Electricians, Plumbers, Build
Greg Allan: Business Podcast For Construction and Trade Entrepreneurs
Business is hard! Want to learn how the Tradies Success Academy can help you optimise your trade or construction business for profit, growth, and time freedom? https://tradies.cc/book-a-call This is a business podcast is for electricians, plumbers, carpenters, builders, bricklayers, concreters, gardeners, landscapers, tilers, flooring, metal fabrication, roofing, glass, handyman, construction, service and any trade business or service. Electrical, Plumbing, Building, Concreting, Gardening, L ...
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Growing a successful trades business isn’t about you being the best on the tools. It’s about how you Profit, Plan, Prepare and Prosper, so you can create a business that supports you and your family. This is the podcast for tradies who are ready to transform their business from a cash-eating monster to a money-making machine.
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Are you the owner of a Plumbing, Electrical, or similar service business and looking to increase your profits and regain your freedom? If you answered yes to any of the above then follow/subscribe now, this is the podcast for you! Presented by Tony Fraser-Jones and Phil Smith from Profitable Tradie. We dive into what it takes to build a profitable trades business that gives you the time and freedom you deserve. We touch on topics like... - How to hire decent tradespeople. - What to do when c ...
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This podcast is to empower, motivate, inspire and educate, people whom may already be in the construction industry or looking to get into it. This podcast is for anyone within or out of the industry. I will be talking from topics in the world of construction and my own personal experiences and challenges, to also wellbeing of general health.
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Whether you're a plumber, electrician, builder, motor mechanic, landscaper, tiler, glazier, painter, carpenter, concretor or any of the myriad of trades and contractors that keep the world running, this podcast has been produced with you in mind. Your hosts, Warrick 'Waz' Bidwell and Nicole 'Nic' Cox, were both born into tradie families and have first hand experience of the gut busting, money stress and pressures that trade businesses can place on their owners and their families! Nic and Waz ...
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In 'Unbreakable Tradie, host Jason Rezo shares his inspiring journey of resilience and recovery after facing COVID-19 and life's challenges head-on. Join us for practical business insights and personal growth stories that empower tradies to enhance their businesses and thrive in the ever-evolving trades industry."
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Daniel Tucker is a Spiritual Tradie. By day he lays concrete and by night he chats with an array of Teachers, Healers and Business Owners. They discuss personal insights, challenges and wisdom, along with daily practices that have shaped and enhanced their lives. Through an unscripted sharing of stories that are packed with entertaining tales, they provide a modern day perspective on spirituality… for everyone.
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How much should you pay your employees? It’s not actually all that complicated. But let’s get one thing clear. There is no golden number. For example, I could say that you should pay a new employee $41 per hour. But that number is one I made up and more than likely isn’t the right figure for you. But here’s the good news. It’s not rocket science. E…
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Breaking down the 2024 Federal Budget with Denita Wawn
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In this episode, Sean is joined by Master Builders Australia’s Denita Wawn to look at the 2024 Federal Budget and what it does for tradespeople and the industry as a whole. You can listen to Master Builders Australia’s full 2024 Budget breakdown video here: https://masterbuilders.com.au/master-builders-budget-webinar-2024-25/ And to find more writt…
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The (Air-Raid) Siren | The holding the ball rule is a MESS
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Hey Tradies, another edition of The (Air-Raid) Siren coming up for you. This week Sam talks about half-time entertainment, while Mitch tries to get to the bottom of the issues with the holding the ball rule.Por Clubby Sports
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HVAC | “How I Built A Team Of 14 & Hired A GM In Just 18 Months” with Ben Doran | Blitz Air
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The last time we had Ben Doran from Blitz Air on the podcast, it turned out to be one of our most listened-to episodes yet. Since we last spoke Ben has been very busy, growing his HVAC business Blitz Air to a team of 14. He's hired an operations manager AND a general manager to run his business so he can work ON his trade business rather than IN it…
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Tradies | #47 Don't lose your mind but Sam just put Harley Reid on the whiteboard
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Hey Tradies! Welcome back to another episode - apologies for the later episode, Sam was gallivanting in Sydney and made us record early Wednesday. But lucky for you plenty for you to listen to: Why is Harley Reid on the whiteboard? Jarrod Berry to Essendon on the cards? Rory Lobb and Chad Warner and Hugh McCluggage Aliir Aliir Nuts and Bolts And mu…
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TIB646 How To Get Your Job Ad To Stand Out Online
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Do you find it challenging to cut through the noise and make your job ad stand out online? You're not alone. One of the key highlights is the importance of making job ads 'sexy' to stand out in a cluttered online space. Waz & Nic will talk about some recruitment strategies that'll make your job ads pop and attract the BEST candidates! From catchy h…
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Is your work flow up and down? One month it feels like you’re two employees short and the next it feels like you have too many. Phil & I have noticed more and more businesses suffering from this setback. So we recorded a training on what it is and how to avoid it. WHAT YOU’LL GAIN FROM LISTENING TO TODAY’S PODCAST: The tools to achieve consistent w…
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EV Electrician | Making The Right Hires Can Make Or Break Your Business with Chris Karavasilis
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This week on the podcast Greg speaks to long-time academy member Chris Karavasilis, owner of Saints Electrical in Penshurst NSW. Chris is a successful trade business owner, father of three and devoted husband plus an active member of his local football community. They discuss the importance of making the right hires at the right time to scale your …
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Tradies | #46 Tigers three-time-premiership STAR is being chased... and his presser didn't give Richmond any confidence
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Hey Tradies, Here is what he have in store for you this week: A Richmond premiership star is being chased in the eastern states Will Hayward.. is he staying, is he going? Would it being silly for Tim English to move out West? Ginnivan vs Schultz... who is on top? Enjoy! Produced by Scott Walton.Por Clubby Sports
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The (Air-Raid) Siren | Please stop clubs from making debutants FaceTime their parents!
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Hey Tradies! Welcome to another edition of The (Air-Raid) Siren. The questions we ask today is.. have we had enough to the debutant FaceTime videos? and do clubs need to re-think nursing players to milestone games? Produced by Scott WaltonPor Clubby Sports
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TIB645 How To Work Out Where To Start Improving Your Trade Business
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One of the things we usually hear from trade business owners is they're stuck in the endless cycle of 'Where do we start' or 'What do we do next?' Whether you're overwhelmed by the sea of potential changes or just uncertain about your next step, Waz & Nic will help you explore the three key areas that every trade business owner should focus on to e…
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Show Me Your Calendar, I’ll Show You Your Problems
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After a 10 hour shift on the tools you come home for some quality family time. For about 90 minutes... You then head to the desktop to finish up some estimates, quotes & payroll. Bedtime rolls around sometime after 11 when you find your partner is already out. Unlike her though you toss and turn. It’s hard to sleep with all the stress you’re carryi…
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Boat Builder | Why NOT Knowing Your Numbers Is Killing Your Business | Dan Williams from Mahi Boats
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In this week's podcast, Greg sits down with academy member Dan Williams, owner of Mahi Boats and Hybrid Composites. Dan shares his journey in boat building and the lessons he has learned along the way. Dan shares his experience starting his own business and the importance of knowing your numbers and understanding costs. He highlights the value of s…
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The (Air-Raid) Siren | Debating the Holding the Ball and Advantage rule
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Tradies | #45 🚨 Jacob Weitering has been offered a $12m contract from a rival club 🚨
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🚨TRADIES WE HAVE AN EXCLUSIVE 🚨 Jacob Weitering has been offered a $12m contract from a rival club as they target every top Free Agent on the market. We also chat about: Tyson Stengle Will Hayward North Melbourne's rebuild compared to Brisbanes. All that and more! Produced by Scott Walton.Por Clubby Sports
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TIB644 Are You Abdicating Or Delegating? How To Spot The Difference
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Why do some tasks fail despite clear instructions?Waz & Nic are breaking down the ins and outs of delegation vs. abdication in your trade business, and how common abdication is specially in trades where accountability is key. If you're a trade business owner, mastering this distinction could make a significant difference in your operational success…
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The Ultimate Guide For Managing Tradespeople
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Do you HATE when employees make avoidable mistakes? Nobody’s perfect but employees can take a profitable job and screw it up big time. Mistakes in business can be a death sentence. But business owners like you and I can also make mistakes. The difference is our mistakes tend to be a lot more expensive. An apprentice might do a poor job which costs …
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The (Air-Raid) Siren | Predicting who will make the Finals and who will miss out
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Welcome to another edition of The (Air-Raid) Siren Tradies! On today's episode we predict who will make the Finals and who will miss out - while Sam double downs on his fixture rant from the week just past. Produced by Scott Walton.Por Clubby Sports
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Tradies | #44 Patrick Dangerfield... we repeat... Patrick Dangerfield is on the whiteboard
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Hey Tradies... So there is no way Cats' Captain Patrick Dangerfield could leave Kardina Park... could he? Here is what you can expect on this week's episode: Will Danger contemplate a fairytale return? We get to the bottom of it... do the Bulldogs have a good enough list? Mitch and Sam are split on if this Swan could leave Does Freo even need Logan…
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TIB643 Could This Simple Training Hack Save Your Business?
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Curious about how businesses manage to stay compliant with ever-changing laws and regulations? From sharing her experiences running a compliance training business to cracking the code on balancing work and family, Deborah Coram, a seasoned professional in compliance training, shares her practical wisdom and valuable insights on how effective traini…
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Nuts and Bolts | Radio jock the fillip in GOAT's signature
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Hey Tradies, Here is a Nuts and Bolts on the journey of Erin Phillips to the AFLW. Enjoy! Produced by Scott Walton.Por Clubby Sports
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The Plumber Who Turned His Life Around - Curtis Hancock
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You’ve just finished an excruciating 12-hour day on the tools. It seems that every day for the last year or so has been like this. And you’re not sure when this will end and when life will get better. You get back home and your wife asks, “hey honey, how was your day?” And you say the same thing you say everyday: “It was good... How was yours?” Cur…
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HVAC | From Sole Trader To A Team Of 5 In 6 Months??? | Sam Stapleton Industry Air
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Sam Stapleton discusses his experience in the air conditioning industry and his goal of achieving operational freedom. He shares the diverse opportunities and constant learning in the trade, and encourages young people to give it a try. Sam emphasises the importance of setting boundaries and not talking about work during personal time. He also refl…
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Hey Tradies... It's Air-Raid time! Enjoy xx Produced by Scott Walton.Por Clubby Sports
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Tradies | #43 "Sounds great in Theory"
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Hey Tradies! Here is what we have in store for you this week: Mitch and Sam discuss the value of Harrison Petty and if it has changed since the Crows monster offer last season Where could Will Phillips end up in 2025? Liam Baker dilemma Walkout LIV Golf songs And Sam’s ghost has made its way to the kitchen… And much more! Enjoy xx Produced by Scott…
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TIB642 From Lawn Mowing to YouTube Fame: Ben Sims’ Story on Growing Greens and Views
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What does it take to grow a YouTube channel from zero to hero? From green keeping to becoming a full-time content creator and savvy online entrepreneur, Ben shares his inspiring journey and the secrets to his thriving YouTube channel and online business—Lawn Tips. With an impressive 140,000 subscribers and a top video hitting 4 million views, Ben s…
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10: Trade Secrets: Demolishing Financial Stress for Time-Crunched Tradies with Dean Backman
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Building a profitable trade business isn't just about swinging hammers — it's a juggling act of managing finances, teams, and growth. In this candid conversation, Dean Backman from Backman Builders and Build Insite sits down with Katie to uncover the secrets to financial mastery. Brace yourself for a refreshingly honest look at the struggles tradie…
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Agroforestry | Every Trade Can Learn From This | James Stanistreet from Australian Agroforestry Solutions
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In this conversation, Greg sits down with James Stanistreet from Australian Agroforestry Solutions to discuss the concept of agroforestry and how it combines forestry with the production of valuable products like food, fuel, fibre, and medicine. James shares his journey into the industry, starting as a financial advisor before realising his passion…
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09: Collaborate to Transform: Candid Conversations on Building Businesses That Last with Dean Backman
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If you're a tradie or builder feeling overwhelmed by the challenges of running a successful business, this episode is a game-changer. Join Dean Backman from Backman Builders and Build Insite as he pulls back the curtain on the transformative power of collaboration, education, and financial mastery in the trade space. He shares his journey in the bu…
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Have you ever heard the phrase, “trim the sails”? It’s one of the most important phrases in business. It originates from sailing, where reducing weight and drag creates more speed. In business it relates to trimming the fat off a business which has become too bloated to grow. It’s too easy to grow quickly only to find yourself with a business which…
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The (Air-Raid) Siren | TIME FOR A BIT OF RESPECT!
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Hey Tradies... It's Air-Raid time! Enjoy xx Produced by Scott Walton.Por Clubby Sports
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Tradies | #42 Which of these three clubs are on the verge of landing Bazlenka? and Harley Reid is going to earn HOW MUCH?!
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Hey Tradies! Here is what we have in store for you this week: Mitch and Sam definitively answer who leads the race for Bailey Smith. The Sydney Swan that clubs might come knocking for. More weird discussion around Sam's ghost problem. 200Plus keep stealing from us. Harley Reid's contract. And much more! Enjoy xx Produced by Scott Walton…
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TIB641 Growth, Branding, and Workwear with Troy Yewdall of Totally Workwear
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How can you build a brand that goes beyond the product and truly resonates with people? Well, let's take a peek behind the scenes at Totally Workwear's journey as Troy shares how they've shaken up the workwear game, not only by transforming the industry but also by standing up for the hardworking folks who wear their gear. From forging strong partn…
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08: Eliminate Your ATO Tax Debt with the Profit First System
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Mounting ATO tax debt is a growing concern for many businesses, with some owing hundreds of thousands of dollars. Katie Crismale-Marshall understands the three biggest frustrations: constantly chasing your tail, never getting on top of things, and not knowing where you stand financially. She emphasises the importance of having a clear plan to pay o…
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In today's episode of "Let's Talk Tradies," I had the pleasure of interviewing Ed, one of the co-founders of Trade Mutt. We delved into the genesis of his business, exploring the driving forces behind its inception, as well as the aspirations he and his partner hold for the Trade Mutt brand.Por MJbricklayingco
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“I’m scared of losing my business”. That’s something we hear from business owners TOO OFTEN. And it’s often because of a fear that the work is going to dry up. One day you’re moving into a nice new house and the next you can’t afford the mortgage. But what if we told you this sort of thing doesn’t just come out of nowhere. If you know what you’re l…
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Landscaping | Why NOT Hiring Is Holding You Back | Beau Christie from The Scape Co.
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Host and founder of The Tradies Success Academy Greg Allan invited academy member Beau Christie on the Tradies Success Podcast. Beau is a landscaper and owner of The Scape Co. He shares his journey of starting and growing his business and how the Tradies Success Academy has supported that growth. When Beau's apprentice left the business, he found h…
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The (Air-Raid) Siren | The 3 things Mitch can't stand at the footy
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Hey Tradies! Here is another edition of The Siren! or Air-Raid, or whatever we are calling it. Enjoy!Por Clubby Sports
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Tradies | #41 The Dogs are going to have to make a BIG decision on their All-Australian star
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Hey Tradies... or Tradeos as Nick Butler call us. Here is what we have in store for you: a ripping Nuts and Bolts on Jesse Hogan Why is Liam Baker spending so much time in Perth? Addressing some serious concerns around the Dogs some more Candle chat and is Sam seeing ghosts? All that and more right here! Produced by Scott Walton…
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TIB640 Real Tradie Stories - Liam and Samara from Trethowan Building
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Running a successful building business and maintaining a healthy personal life is possible and that's what Liam and Samara demonstrate in their business and family life. In this episode, Liam and Samara share the importance of communication and boundaries, both at home and at work, the immense value of personal time, and the courage to seek help in…
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What To Say When Customers Object To Your Price
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NO. Not the word you want to hear when tendering for a job. We’re not all silky salesmen. So we all know that hearing the N word is part of business ownership. But as you’ve probably heard about negotiation, no doesn’t mean no. Whether someone has outright rejected your quote or is bartering with you to get a better deal... There are certain things…
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The (Air-Raid) Siren | Here is who the 20th AFL team will be
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Hey Tradies! Wan't to find out who will be the 20th AFL team after Tassie? Listen right here! Produced by Scott WaltonPor Clubby Sports
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Tradies | #40 The best defender in the competition has just been added to the whiteboard...
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Hey Tradies! Welcome back for another episode - 40 episodes in... can you bloody believe it?! Here is what we have in store for you: Mitch returns from Gather Round while Sam and his research pal has gotten to work Tim English, Sam Taylor, Mattaes Phillepou and the whole Adelaide list get talked about in the Whiteboard Some lovely friends in the wo…
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TIB639 Real Tradie Stories - Scott Wrigley from ACT Certification
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Ever wondered what it takes to transition from being a builder to a building certifier and then a successful business owner? Tune in to Real Tradie Stories as Waz & Nic sit down with Scott Wrigley and chat about the importance of seeking outside feedback, embracing coaching, and the challenges faced by trade business owners. Scott shares insights o…
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Awesome Women In Construction with founder Amanda
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In todays episode i speak with Amanda from AWIC. A not for profit organisation dedicated to providing support, recourses and networking opportunities to women working across Australia's construction industry. You can find AWIC on socials and at there website https://awic.org.au/about-awic/Por MJbricklayingco
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The money side of business is hard. For many it’s downright confusing. Way too many trades business owners stare at their numbers without having a clue what they really mean. Too many business owners aren’t taught about things like pricing, cashflow and profit maximizing until after they’ve already started the business. So they only really pick it …
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Tradies | #39 Sam clears the air over the Lions in Vegas story
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Hey Tradies, Gather Round is here so why don't you gather round this new episode of the Tradies: Sam and Mitch discuss the Brisbane in Vegas story Would Liam Baker consider a move to West Coast? Is Jarrod Berry able to be snatched from Brisbane? All that and more! Produced by Scott Walton.Por Clubby Sports
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The (Air-Raid) Siren | So what's the deal with the AFL's drug policy?
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Hey Air-Raiders! We have let it stew but now it is time to address the drugs policy, whilst Mitch wants to sprinkle a little bit of positivity on the podcast. Enjoy! Produced by Scott WaltonPor Clubby Sports
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TIB638 How To Avoid Legal Battles With Clients with Greg James from Built Environment Building Consultants
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The saying goes, never argue with an idiot because they'll drag you down to their level and beat you with experience. The same could be said about arguing with clients... or the licensing bodies! Today's guest is a former builder turned consultant who learned the hard way how important paperwork and awareness of your obligations are. This applies t…
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TIB637 F#ck It Friday - Sh*t Camping Experiences, Caravans and Stuff
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Waz loves camping. Nic... used to but now not so much! Find out why Nic's fallen out of love with her caravan and what's wrong with caravan parks. Waz tries his best to turn it all into a business lesson. Not sure he succeeds this time though! --- Connect with Tradies in Business! In addition to listening to our podcast, you can connect with us on …
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