Best Greg Allan Business Podcast For Construction Podcasts (2025)

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Why Some Members Crush It and Others Get Stuck 21:45

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10d ago21:45

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This might be one of the most important videos I’ve made for the Academy.I’ve been talking to both sides: ✅ Members scaling fast (from $250K to $3M+ and even $11M+) ❌ And members who’ve cancelled because they’re “too busy” or “no money”. What’s the difference? It’s not skill. It’s not luck. It’s awareness. In this video, I break down: Why understan…

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From 16-Hour Days to Present Parent 35:51

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From working out of a Mazda 3 with a paper diary to running a team with 5 vans, 3 A-grades, and a game-changing admin — Lani’s journey is a raw look at what it really takes to grow a trade business. In this episode, Lani opens up about the setbacks of raising a young family while building a business, the mistakes she made with hiring, and the turni…

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The Hidden Price of Cheap Staff — Todd’s Costly Lesson in Hiring 40:12

2M ago40:12

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When Todd first joined the Academy, he was at breaking point — burnt out, buried in admin, and stuck on the tools. For 10 years, he worked himself into the ground, thinking hard work alone would create freedom. It didn’t. In this episode, Todd shares how he went from exhaustion to expansion by making key hires, putting in systems, and learning the …

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Still Doing It All? THIS Is Why You’re Stuck | The Multiplier Effect 13:03

2M ago13:03

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Are you stuck on the tools and struggling to grow your trade business? In this game-changing session, Greg Allan breaks down the Multiplier Effect—the single most powerful concept to understand how your time impacts profit, growth, and freedom.💥 Discover: - Why working on the tools keeps you stuck - How to delegate low-impact tasks - What roles in …

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The No BS Scaling Framework 2025 37:37

2M ago37:37

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In this session, Greg Allan breaks down the Scaling Framework—a simple but powerful way to understand the ups and downs of growth in your trade business. If you’ve ever felt stuck in a cycle of “busy → hire hesitation → slowdown,” this is for you. You’ll learn: Why proactive hiring unlocks consistent growth How owner capacity affects work generatio…

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$700K to $11.5M in 3 Years 1:04:23

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From $700K to over $11 million — Ben Doran’s journey is one of the biggest success stories inside the Academy. In this third sit-down with Greg, Ben shares the raw truth about what it takes to scale fast, build a strong team, and step out of the day-to-day. From losing staff after a merger to hiring a GM, and now gearing up for $20 million — this i…

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Managing Billable Hours in a Growing Business 28:24

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This week on the podcast, Jack chats with our accountancy coach, Chantel, about the financial foundations every trade business owner needs to understand. They dive into the importance of knowing your true costs, managing billable hours, and planning for seasonality to avoid cash flow surprises. Chantel shares insights on common financial pitfalls, …

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Trade Business Secrets - Customer Curiosity with Coach Leanne 46:11

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In this week's episode, Greg and Tradies Success Coach Leanne explore: the importance of understanding the customer journey in business Leanne's professional background and journey into coaching the common challenges faced by sole traders the fears associated with hiring and leadership They emphasise the need for community support and the significa…

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Managing Staff | Dean Streator | G&D Electrical Services 37:51

11M ago37:51

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This week on the podcast, Dean Streater from G&D Electrical Services joins Greg to discuss the challenges faced in the electrical services business, particularly focusing on transitioning from traditional methods to modern technology. Dean shares his experiences of managing a family business, the importance of team dynamics, and the necessity of ad…

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How to Manage a Trade Business with Coach Jamie 38:41

11M ago38:41

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Jamie Mushin, TSA coach and specialist in people management, joins us this week on the podcast. He and Greg delve into the intricacies of team management, focusing on the challenges of navigating change, the importance of effective communication, and the impact of one-on-one conversations on team performance. They explore the resistance to change o…

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How I Grew My Construction Business - What Helped Me | Jack Tuffley from Tuff Built Constructions Group 39:34

11M ago39:34

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In this conversation, Jack Tuffley shares his journey from being a young apprentice in the construction industry to becoming a business owner at the age of 23. He discusses the challenges he faced, the importance of building a supportive team, and the realisations he had during his first six months in business. Jack emphasises the significance of c…

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How I Grew My Electrical Business & Got 220 5 Star Reviews 43:02

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In this week's episode of the Tradies Success Podcast Nathaniel Whitelock from Whitelock Electrical discusses the challenges of transitioning from a sole trader to a business owner, emphasising the importance of letting go of responsibility, the value of a solid apprenticeship, and the significance of hiring the right people. Nathaniel shares insig…

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Starting my Painting Business | What I Learned | Joshua Conti from Globe Painting Solutions 35:28

12M ago35:28

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In this week's episode, Greg is joined by Josh Conti, owner of Globe Painting Solutions. Josh shares his story of starting his own painting business and the importance of quality work, and the challenges of running a trade business. They discuss the significance of preparation in painting, effective communication with builders, and the need for str…

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Workwear in the Trade Industry With KingGee 26:43

12M ago26:43

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In this week's episode, Greg is joined by Product Manager for KingGee Matt Simons. Matt shares with us the rich history of KingGee in Australia and how they started out. Over the years, King G has embraced innovation in workwear, incorporating synthetic fabrics that are lightweight, moisture-wicking, and durable. The brand has also focused on incor…

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How I Grew my Electrical & Aircon Business to Success | Ryan's Story 43:09

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This week we are joined by Ryan Halangahu from Multisparx Electrical and Air Con in Sydney. For the past few months, Ryan and his partner Molly have been travelling around Australia running the business remotely from the road. Ryan shares his journey of navigating the challenges of running a business, particularly focusing on staffing issues, the i…

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The Battles of Starting my own Electrical Business | Josh Barrack from Barrack Electrical 40:01

1y ago40:01

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This week on the podcast Greg is joined by Josh Barrack from Barrack Electrical in Mayfield NSW. Josh shares his journey of starting his own electrical business after working for the same company for years. He discusses the challenges of transitioning from employee to business owner and the importance of making big decisions and implementing critic…

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Plumbing & Gas Business | How I Grew to 7 Work Vans 40:56

1y ago40:56

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This week on the podcast Martin Lockhart discusses his biggest challenge of hiring the wrong ops manager and the lessons he learned from it. He shares the importance of proper onboarding and aligning values with new hires. Martin also talks about his journey into the plumbing industry, starting his own business, and the overwhelming experience of t…

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Trade Business Stress? | How to Fix it | Podcast 39:58

1y ago39:58

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Academy coach Lauren Hallam joins Greg on the podcast this week to share her stories and wisdom around mindset, personal performance and prioritising holistic wellness in life and business. Lauren shares her journey with us from working in sales for a tech company, to running a trade family business alongside her husband and now coaching hundreds o…

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Building a Commercial Electrical and Solar Business The Right Way 47:25

1y ago47:25

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This week Nick Mullins from Wagga Wagga joins us on the podcast to share his story of growing up in a tradie family and now building his own electrical and solar business named after his dad. Nick shares insightful stories of what an electrical business was like back in the days of no mobile phones, no job management software and everything on pape…

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15 Years of Electrical Business Advice - From Burnout to Success | Adams Story 46:31

1y ago46:31

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What happens when you build your business to a team of 30+ staff but don’t have the systems and support to make it sustainable? What happens to your life, your relationships and your mental health when you don’t have any boundaries between your personal life and business? Adam Taylor joins us this week to share his story about how a few years ago h…

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Doubling my Electrical Business in 3 years | Capacity is the Key 46:41

1y ago46:41

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How do business owners find the staffing sweet spot where they are getting the most out of their team without burning them out? Academy Coach Jordan Cruttenden joins Greg on the podcast this week to share his wisdom on that very topic. Jordan has years of experience as a trade business owner and a wealth of knowledge to share. Don't miss this valua…

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Construction Secrets | From Sole Trader to Big Company 39:50

1y ago39:50

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You're going to love this week's episode, we have academy members Amy and Matt joining us from Ferguson Electrical in Patterson Lakes VIC. Matt started the business on his own in 2019 while his partner Amy worked as a client liaison executive in the construction industry. After years of stress, being on the tools and not having time for any admin o…

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Starting and Scaling a Plumbing Business 46:02

1y ago46:02

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This week on the podcast we have academy member Marshall Waide from QLD who just put on his first tradie. Marshall is already enjoying the benefits of scaling so much that he's purchased two more work vehicles and is planning on hiring two more tradies to join his team. We love bringing you stories from our members, this one, in particular, highlig…

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The Best Way to Hire Staff for your Trade Business | HR Specialist Secrets 30:19

1y ago30:19

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This year the number of coaches in the Tradies Success Academy has increased to over a dozen. Each one comes with a unique set of expertise and lived experience to share with our members. Coach Jen is a specialist in the field of recruitment and company culture. She has worked with hundreds of our tradie members since joining the coaching team to h…

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From High Staff Turnover To A Plumber's Dream Team | Mark Van Oosterom | Clear Coast Plumbing 47:46

1y ago47:46

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In this week's podcast Mark shares his journey of hiring and building a successful plumbing business. He discusses with Greg the challenges he faced in finding the right staff and the impact it had on his business. Mark emphasises the importance of asking the right questions during the hiring process and the need for experience and competence in po…

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How To Become A Cashflow King 👑 In Your Trade Business | Bailey McKeown-Unicomb | BMU Engineering 42:50

1y ago42:50

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This week on the podcast Bailey shares the challenges he faced early on in his trade business to stay on top of cashflow. He and Greg discuss the importance of understanding and managing the cash flow in your business and share tips on how to overcome cash flow challenges. This podcast is for you if you want to learn more about what makes engineeri…

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From Chaos to Clarity: Transforming a Painting Business with Clear Position Descriptions | Luke Ellison | Westhill Painting 49:16

1y ago49:16

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Luke was working in a family trade business with his two brothers when he realised it was time to go out on his own. With little to no position descriptions in his previous business and an accounting issue that left him in the red, he needed some business support. After joining the academy Luke was able to create clear position descriptions and inc…

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Will Your Business Survive? Tybias Smith | Next Electrical Solutions 41:21

1y ago41:21

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Tybias was struck down with major health issues in his mid-twenties that taught him not to take anything for granted. Overcoming this health hurdle also made him realise the importance of building a business that can run without him. In this episode, the owner of Next Electrical Solutions shares his tips on developing your mental fortitude, and pro…

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Taking Over and Scaling The Family Business | John and Meg Turville | Peninsula Metal Roofing 45:43

1+ y ago45:43

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Unstoppable pair John and Meg Turville have taken over the family business, moved states, bought a house and had a baby all in very short time frame. They knew they wanted to set themselves up for success, modernise the business and scale up, so they joined the Tradies Success Academy. They join us for this week's episode (with son Freddie in tow) …

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Culture Strategies To Transform A Company | Chris Gelonesi | Beachside Electrical 44:34

1+ y ago44:34

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In this episode, we chat with Chris Gelonesi, a member of the Tradies Success Academy. Chris shares the strategies he used to completely change his company culture for the better, and how it even improved his personal life! Just a year ago, taking a day off to spend with family felt impossible for Chris. Now, he's hitting a whopping $1 million in t…

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Built A Team Of 14 & Hired A GM In Just 18 Months with Ben Doran | Blitz Air 42:28

1+ y ago42:28

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The Freedom Fighters Program 👉 https://tradies.cc/learn-more 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 bu…

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Doing This Can Make Or Break Your Trade Business with Chris Karavasilis | Saints Electrical 40:46

1+ y ago40:46

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The Freedom Fighters Program 👉 https://tradies.cc/learn-more 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 importan…

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Why NOT Knowing Your Business Financials Is Killing Your Business | Dan Williams from Mahi Boats 38:29

1+ y ago38:29

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The Freedom Fighters Program 👉 https://tradies.cc/learn-more 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 …

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From Sole Trader To A Team Of 5 In 6 Months with Sam Stapleton | Industry Air 27:45

1+ y ago27:45

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The Freedom Fighters Program 👉 https://tradies.cc/learn-more 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 …

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Every Trade Can Learn From These Lessons | James Stanistreet from Australian Agroforestry Solutions 32:29

1+ y ago32:29

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The Freedom Fighters Program 👉 https://tradies.cc/learn-more 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,…

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Why NOT Hiring Is Holding You Back | Beau Christie from The Scape Co. Landscaping 35:08

1+ y ago35:08

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The Freedom Fighters Program 👉 https://tradies.cc/learn-more 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…

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Client Outreach: Why Your Sales Aren't Converting | Alice Boyd Academy Coach 10:07

1+ y ago10:07

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The Freedom Fighters Program 👉 https://tradies.cc/learn-more Ever dream of a client floodgate bursting open? It's not a fantasy! Sales Coach Alice cracks the code in this episode, revealing the secret weapon: consistent client outreach.Join Alice in this week's episode where she deep dives into the question: Why is staying consistent with client ou…

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Time is Money | Mastering Billable Hours in Your Trade Business | Accounting Coach 14:33

1+ y ago14:33

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The Freedom Fighters Program 👉 https://tradies.cc/learn-more Why do billable hours matter SO much? Is it just another accounting detail? Get ready to unveil the hidden power of tracking and maximising billable hours, and discover the difference it can make in your business. This week The Tradies Success Podcast is hosted by the incomparable TSA acc…

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3 Things To Focus On So You Can Kick Off 2024 With a BANG 💥 10:19

1+ y ago10:19

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In this week's episode Greg spells out the three areas of your life and business to focus on to make 2024 your best year yet! Before you get caught up in the day-to-day grind of the business, evaluate where you're at in your Finance Operations Personal Performance and put systems in place to really maximise these areas so you can reach your goals t…

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Reflecting on business growth in 2023 with Brett & Lauren 15:17

1+ y ago15:17

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In this powerful episode Greg sits down with Brett and Lauren from ECC Elec to talk about the growth they've experienced in their business this year. With the help of the Academy this legendary couple have achieved so much success and growth. We couldn't be more excited to see what they're going to achieve next! Keen to jump on a free strategic cal…

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As your business changes, so does your cost of ops 📈 9:01

2y ago9:01

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As your business grows and changes, it's important you reassess your cost of operations. Greg sits down with Chantel our Accounting Coach to chat about the importance of having clarity and confidence around your cost of operations. This clarity can really help when making business decisions - things like hiring, hours worked, charge out rate etc. a…

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Local Search Secrets with Mark from Local iQ 40:13

2y ago40:13

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In this podcast Greg sits down with Mark the Managing Director of LocaliQ (previously known as Reach Local). Local iQ helps businesses reach local customers which is key for trade businesses! They discuss lots of marketing tips and strategies and explain all the marketing jargon around - SEO - SEM - Google ads - Facebook - Tiktok - and of course th…

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Why is December so busy? 35:36

2y ago35:36

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This week Greg invites Rory, the general manager at Greg's trade business Response Electricians in WA to come on the podcast and chat about why December is so busy for Trade Businesses. They discuss how to best prepare for the rush and when.

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3 things that happen in December if you don't prepare... 7:41

2y ago7:41

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We want to create an environment for you to thrive in your business, if you're noticing that you're burning out in December, lots of mistakes, lots of sick days, a lack of billable hours, annual leave, public holidays then it's not too late to make a change. You can make sure that this is the last year of chaos for you, your business and your famil…

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Empowering Women In Trades 1:00:14

2y ago1:00:14

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This week we are thrilled to have Hacia Atherton founder of EWIT and ambassador Camila Bernal on the podcast talking to us about how more Trade Businesses can empower women in the trade industry. Camila (AKA Camila The Caulker) who was on The Block in '22 & '23, shares her experience being a female tradie in Australia. While Hacia shares her insigh…

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Set yourself up for success in December and January 9:52

2y ago9:52

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Greg sits down with Sean Mason one of our academy members to talk about the December crunch and the January quiet period. Remember to understand the capacity of your team keep consistency of work through January and onwards To find out more and book a free coaching call head to https://www.tradies-success-academy.com/…

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Good Boss vs Bad Boss 5:19

2y ago5:19

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Greg talks about the differences between a good boss and a bad boss. We all want to be a good boss but there are a few things that can have a really positive impact on the way you lead. Such as: Communication Understanding your own capacity Self awareness Personal performance Understanding your team's capacity Empowering your team to find solutions…

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Attracting staff through optimised job ads 8:04

2y ago8:04

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Greg blind reacts to job ads on Seek.com and gives you actionable tips on how to optimise your job ads for success based on: Headline/ Title Hourly rate First paragraph Point of difference Structure Benefits for the employee Learn more and set up a free coaching call now at https://www.tradies-success-academy.com/…

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The Undisclosed Power of Hiring 😳 8:53

2y ago8:53

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Are you a trade business owner torn between working on the tools and managing your growing workload? Join us for a conversation that will change your perspective on hiring forever. Explore the critical difference between being a skilled tradesperson and a business owner, and find out why hiring is the catalyst for scaling your trade business effect…