You’ve told your guys a hundred times already.

Nothing’s changed.

Jobs are still going sideways.

Mistakes keep happening.

And you’re sick of repeating yourself.

What don’t they understand?

Are they even listening?

Truth is:

They probably aren’t.

Not because they’re useless.

Or because they don’t care.

It’s because you need to change your communication style.

WHAT YOU’LL GAIN FROM LISTENING TO TODAY’S PODCAST:

1. Why “telling” your team what to do is a mistake.
2. How to make change stick without repeating yourself over and over.
3. The simple coaching framework that will get you better results, less stress, and a stronger team.

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But it’s a big mistake.

I've made a video breaking down why hybrid roles backfire (and what to do instead)

WHAT YOU’LL GAIN FROM LISTENING TO TODAY’S PODCAST:

1. How to know for sure you can afford to hire for a new role (and not worry about it)
2. The best way to increase your team’s workload without things going pear shaped
3. The hidden cost of hybrid roles you won’t see coming

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It doesn’t require more jobs, marketing, sales, or pricing.

And you don’t need new team members, or any fancy software.

WHAT YOU’LL GAIN FROM LISTENING TO TODAY’S PODCAST:

1. How to unlock $50k–$200k+ in extra profit without more jobs, more staff, or price rises
2. Where your labor hours are secretly leaking... and how to plug the gaps fast
3. The simple metric that shows whether your team is making you money… or costing you

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If it feels like your ads are costing more and working less, this is for you.

I invited our head of marketing Damon Fisher, to help me out with this.

WHAT YOU’LL GAIN FROM LISTENING TO TODAY’S PODCAST:

1. The marketing game you should be playing right now (because the old one’s changed)
2. The easiest way to get more jobs without spending a cent more on ads
3. How to make more profit from the money you’re already spending on marketing

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But you keep putting it off, thinking:

How will they know what to do?

I don’t have systems for them to follow.

I'm not even 100% sure what their job should be.

What if I pay wages and they turn out to be useless?

So you stay the bottleneck.

WHAT YOU’LL GAIN FROM LISTENING TO TODAY’S PODCAST:

1. Should you hire first or build the systems first?
2. Why you’re stuck and how to get unstuck fast.
3. How to hire someone who builds the systems for you.

LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:

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You could look stupid...

Your mates might laugh at you...

Competitors could get the one up on you...

You don’t want to let down your family...

It’s just too risky...

There are so many reasons not to change.

But if you want to take your business from good to great,

Change is essential.

WHAT YOU’LL GAIN FROM LISTENING TO TODAY’S PODCAST:

1. The real reason you’re putting off change.
2. The easiest way to start doing things different.
3. How even the smallest changes can lead to massive rewards.

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That somehow you take the hit for?

If you want to skip the blame game and fix the real problem...

Check out this episode

WHAT YOU’LL GAIN FROM LISTENING TO TODAY’S PODCAST:

1. The mindset shift that separates owners who stay stuck blaming from those who retake control of their business.
2. Why your clients don’t care whose fault it was (and what to say instead).
3. How to stop relying on people “just remembering” and build systems that make mistakes way less likely.

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But made only $10K in net profit.

The year before, he did $1.2 million...

And lost $28K.

He realized something needed to change...

But what?

After taking a hard look at his electrical business...

It dawned on him...

And after he tackled the problem...

His numbers completely turned around.

WHAT YOU’LL GAIN FROM LISTENING TO TODAY’S PODCAST:

Find out:

1. How to attract A-players when every other business says “there’s no one out there”.
2. The 15-minute planning habit that instantly removes 80 percent of your stress.
3. Why good staff leave... and the simple system that makes them stay.

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It's a tool that’s genuinely changing how people do business.

And if you're not using it yet.

It’s worth getting your head around it now.

Or you might get left behind.

WHAT YOU’LL GAIN FROM LISTENING TO TODAY’S PODCAST:

1. How to use ChatGPT to save hours on pricing, marketing and systems
2. The best prompts to get top results from ChatGPT
3. The trick to winning more jobs with less admin

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But it’s actually the other way around: the more productive people are, the happier they feel...

I explain how that works in my new video

WHAT YOU’LL GAIN FROM LISTENING TO TODAY’S PODCAST:

1. The trick to getting your guys who need “constant supervision” to be 95% self-sufficient.
2. Why Friday beers and team BBQs won’t build the culture you want (and what to do instead).
3. How to attract high-performing workers and keep them in your business.

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But the bank account is an absolute joke.

You’re not sure you can stump up for materials this week.

Or cover wages for your team.

Let alone pay yourself.

This is not “just how January is”

But it is a pattern loads of trades business owners get stuck in.

WHAT YOU’LL GAIN FROM LISTENING TO TODAY’S PODCAST:

1. How to start the new year with plenty of cash (instead of plenty of stress)
2. How to keep your business bringing in revenue over the break... without actually working yourself.
3. How to make sure you get paid before everyone disappears on holiday

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With supplier and wage costs climbing...

And more competitors chasing the same work...

2026 is shaping up to be a challenging year...

So I’ve shot a new video that breaks down exactly what you need to do stay ahead

WHAT YOU’LL GAIN FROM LISTENING TO TODAY’S PODCAST:

1. How to use AI to get an edge with your business
2. How to protect your margins, even with rising costs
3. How to keep jobs rolling in and your cash flow strong

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That you’d finally put systems in place so your business runs smoother…

Sort the cash flow headaches to lower your stress...

Fix your pricing so you’re not leaking profit...

Cut down your work hours...

And actually spend decent time with the family …

But here you are...

With a to-do list you want to tick off...

But now that you’re back at it after the break...

Your business is already pulling you away...

And if you’re honest...

You know you can’t keep that promise to yourself.

But don’t worry...

You can get these important projects done...

You just need a solid plan.

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That amount of money feels so far away...

When your head’s down in the daily grind...

Just hoping you’ll make enough to pay the bills this week...

So you can get onto the next job and keep your team busy…

But if you follow the right steps...

Your business can make $1 million per year…

And not just revenue…

Profit…

Not gross profit...

Net profit…

We would know…

We just helped 36 businesses hit that milestone this year.

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How to Use ChatGPT for Your Trades Business was our most viewed by far.

For good reason – it shows you how to save hours every week using simple, powerful (and free) tech.

WHAT YOU’LL GAIN FROM LISTENING TO TODAY’S PODCAST:

1. How to save hours every week (and get more done in less time)
2. The trick to getting stuff done that you’ve been putting off forever
3. The 4-step formula to get ChatGPT to nail your request every time

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The calendar’s been booked up for weeks... 

You’re going from job to job... 

Trying to do them all by Christmas... 

Which is less than a week away... 

So you’re not worried about December... 

But you should be thinking about January... 

LISTEN TO TODAY’S PODCAST AND LEARN HOW TO GET: 

1. Consistent bookings across December and January (instead of a good month followed by a bad one)   
2. A productive team who turn up on site when you need them (instead of disappearing on a last-minute holiday)   
3. More profit for the same amount of work (with premium rates for urgent jobs) 

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Sign off from work, 

Enjoy a couple of drinks, 

And spend time with family and mates. 

But for most trades business owners, 

It’s hard to fully switch off.

You end up checking emails, 

Answering calls instead of playing with the kids... 

And carrying the stress from last year straight into the next. 

LISTEN TO TODAY’S PODCAST AND LEARN: 

1. How to celebrate the wins of 2025 and let go of the rest  
2. What to focus your energy on and what’s not worth your time  
3. The best way to kick off 2026 and set yourself up for success 

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Working nights catching up on emails... 

Squeezing in pricing on the weekend... 

Too slammed to return phone calls... 

Invoices are piling up... 

And the bank account’s getting thin... 

This is for you 

WHAT YOU’LL GAIN FROM LISTENING TO TODAY’S PODCAST: 

Separate good advice from bad, and focus your energy on the right skills instead of wasting time on the wrong ones  

1. How to turn team chaos into checklists and training videos 
2. The simple equation to find out if you can cover the cost of a new hire 
3. The best way to make the most out of each of your team members 

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The next, you’re staring at an empty calendar, waiting for the phone to ring... 

You don’t have a sales problem,

You have a marketing problem. 

WHAT YOU’LL GAIN FROM LISTENING TO TODAY’S PODCAST: 

1. How to get steady, profitable work, without busting your gut 
2. The biggest mistake trades business owners make when hiring marketing agencies (and how to avoid it)  
3. Why there’s a lag between marketing and booking a job (and what to do about it) 

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You’ve been at this for a while... 

There’s nothing you haven’t seen... 

You’ve heard it all before... 

And got all the knowledge and skills and resources you need... 

To finally turn your business around... 

The only problem is... 

You still haven’t done it. 

WHAT YOU’LL GAIN FROM LISTENING TO TODAY’S PODCAST: 

1. How to stop learning and start earning (you already know enough) 
2. The 3 most important things you need to make your business soar 
3. Why you’re still stuck, and what you need to do get break free 

LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: 

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You can catch it all in my new video.... 

WHAT YOU’LL GAIN FROM LISTENING TO TODAY’S PODCAST: 

Find out: 

1. What to do when your business stalls (and things get hairy)  
2. Why screw-ups are essential (and should be celebrated)  
3. How to get jobs done through your guys (not for them)  
4. The trick to finding the best workers (without spending a cent on marketing)  
5. The difference between having a system... and being the system

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• Claim a Free Planning Session to learn what coaching could do for your business 
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Click here to download free Contractor Growth Method tools

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But one dick move pushed it over the edge. 

A full-on screaming match erupted. 

Company director versus customer. 

Right there on-site, in front of everyone. 

A messy, ugly blow-up. 

It’s the kind of moment every business owner dreads... 

But it’s also an opportunity to get clear on what you stand for... 

Who you really are... 

How you want to be... 

And if it’s not sitting right... 

Change. 

That’s exactly what Emma Freestone from Wardle Construction did.  

She shifted her focus to company culture, and it’s been a total gamechanger. 

Stronger team. Better customer relationships. More profit. 

LISTEN TO TODAY’S PODCAST AND FIND OUT: 

1. How Emma turned culture into profit with 147% growth 
2. The dead simple system to find and keep top talent 

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• Claim a Free Planning Session to learn what coaching could do for your business 
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You own a job with extra headaches.  

But that can change... 

Check out my new video to find out how. 

1. 5 simple steps to double your profits and finally get your nights back.  
2. How to solve 80% of your headaches by only doing 20% of the work.
3. The 3-step hack to build systems fast, even if you hate office admin. 

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Working your guts out to improve your business… 

Putting everything you’ve got into it… 

But no matter what you do… 

Nothing seems to change? 

The good news... 

You’ve definitely got the drive… 

But the problem is… 

You’re putting your energy in the wrong place. 

WHAT YOU’LL GAIN FROM LISTENING TO TODAY’S PODCAST: 

Find out how to: 

1. Separate good advice from bad, and focus your energy on the right skills instead of wasting time on the wrong ones  
2. Learn new skills (in minimal time) and use them to get business results 
3. Spot the root cause of problems instead of just fighting symptoms 

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If you want to know how to dig yourself out of a cash flow hole...

So you’re not stressed to the max and pulling your hair out... 

Listen Up... 

WHAT YOU’LL GAIN FROM LISTENING TO TODAY’S PODCAST: 

Find out: 

1. How to find the true cause of your cash flow issues (instead of constantly putting out fires)  
2. The margin traps draining profits from your business (and how to plug them)  
3. The best way to get paid on time, without being annoying 

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• Claim a Free Planning Session to learn what coaching could do for your business 
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You got a bad Google review...  

And that 1 star is haunting you...  

Putting a dampener on all the great stuff others have said about your work...  

It feels unfair....  

Maybe your team dropped the ball for a hot minute...   

Or more likely...  

The customer’s just being totally unreasonable...   

Either way, that review’s out there for everyone to see.  

But before it costs you future customers...  

Or puts off employees...  

Or has you on the phone to Silicon Valley...  

WHAT YOU’LL GAIN FROM LISTENING TO TODAY’S PODCAST: 

Find out: 

1. How to bury bad reviews under a flood of 5-stars  
2. The simple system that makes getting customer reviews automatic  
3. The best way to flip bad reviews into great ones 

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What if they quit after you’ve trained them?  

What if the work dries up?  

Can you really afford the extra cost long term?  

Mate, these fears are what keep your business stuck...   

If you want to push past the “one-man-band plus a couple of guys” stage...  

You’ve gotta stop waiting to hire...  

And actually do it.  

WHAT YOU’LL GAIN FROM LISTENING TO TODAY’S PODCAST: 

You’ll find out... 

1. Why the way you're thinking about hiring is wrong  
2. How much an extra team member can earn your business   
3. The key to timing your next hire right 

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And holding off on taking action... 

That you know could improve your business... 

My new video’s for you. 

WHAT YOU’LL GAIN FROM LISTENING TO TODAY’S PODCAST: 

1. How to make big calls in your business without overthinking or second-guessing every step 
2. The simple mindset shift that snaps you out of indecision and into action 
3. Why waiting for the “perfect time” is quietly draining your profit and momentum 

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Figure out exactly what needs to happen to hit them...  

Then build a plan that gets you there, step by step. 

In my new video, I show you how. 

WHAT YOU’LL GAIN FROM LISTENING TO TODAY’S PODCAST: 

1. How to build a business that achieves your life goals, and pays everybody on the way 
2. The big profit mistake every tradesperson makes, and how to avoid it 
3. What to do if you just don’t have the time and energy to take on more work 

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They know they need them...  

But they put off systemizing... 

Until they’ve put out that fire... 

Until they hire that new tradesman... 

Until life gets less hectic... 

John Anderson, owner of electrical business JAM Group, waited till the very worst moment... 

A serious accident – where he broke his femur. 

Suddenly, John was in hospital for 9 days... 

With a business with no systems... 

No structure...

And no plan to run without him... 

But John used the moment as a wake-up call... 

And finally changed his business so he wasn’t the only person holding it together... 

And his team could stand on their own two feet. 

WHAT YOU’LL GAIN FROM LISTENING TO TODAY’S PODCAST: 

1. How John doubled his revenue and his margins... in a soft economy  
2. How “The Jam Hammer” gets his guys fired up and working to their fullest  
3. Why John ditching “labor-only” jobs was the smartest thing he ever did for profit  
4. The #1 move that fixed John’s cash flow and took the stress out of payday  
5. Why John’s traded weekend invoicing... with flying lessons 

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Customers haven’t paid yet... 

Suppliers are breathing down your neck... 

Cash flow problems are real... 

But if you want to fix them... 

Forget about the problem... 

Fix the root cause. 

WHAT YOU’LL GAIN FROM LISTENING TO TODAY’S PODCAST: 

1. Get paid on time, every time  
2. Close the gap between doing the work and seeing the money  
3. Keep your bank account steady (instead of always playing catch up)   

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• Claim a Free Planning Session to learn what coaching could do for your business 
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But then got swamped by work... 

And never got round to it... 

You’re not alone. 

Most trades business owners know systems will save them a bunch of time and stress... 

But they don’t start.

Because it’s overwhelming. 

There’s just too much to systemize: 

Pricing... Invoicing... End of job checklists... Customer comms... Office admin... Project handovers...  

The list goes on and on... 

So instead of doing something...  

You do nothing. 

And the business keeps revolving around you. 

Here’s the good news: 

You don’t need to systemize everything at once. 

You just need to start... 

But there's a right way to do it.  

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Claiming they “don’t know how to do it...” 

Asking you the question... 

Wanting you to solve their problem.

Something they should be able to figure out on their own. 

And truth is... they can.

They just don’t have to. 

Cause it’s easier if you do it. 

So you get it out of the way. 

Just to keep things moving.

Just to get the job done. 

But now you’ve lost time. 

They’ve learned nothing. 

And you know exactly what’s going to happen tomorrow… 

The cycle of stupid questions starts again. 

WHAT YOU’LL GAIN FROM LISTENING TO TODAY’S PODCAST: 

1. A killer method to get your team solving their own problems (and saving you time)   
2. How to turn mistakes into learning opportunities (so they don’t happen over and over again)  
3. The best way to stop being the business babysitter (without someone spitting the dummy) 

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Not sure what the difference is between markup and margin? 

Most trades business owners don’t.  

And that’s okay – they don’t teach this stuff at school.  

But it’s essential to understand.  

If you don't, you’ll lose money on jobs without even realizing.  

WHAT YOU’LL GAIN FROM LISTENING TO TODAY’S PODCAST: 

1. How to increase your prices without scaring off customers 
2. The dead-simple trick to calculating real profit on every job 
3. How to add thousands in profit without doing extra work 

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We break down why most trades businesses fall flat after building systems... 

And how to fix it by making one key hire. 

WHAT YOU’LL GAIN FROM LISTENING TO TODAY’S PODCAST: 

1. How to use AI to track how well your systems are working  
2. The role you need in your team to make your systems stick  
3. The smartest way to cut the excuses and get buy-in from your crew 

You won’t spot it in your P&L.  

It's not on the quote.  

But it’s bleeding cash - job after job.  

The good news? You can beat it.  

And when you do...  

You won't just be busy…  

You’ll be booked out and banking serious profit. 

WHAT YOU’LL GAIN FROM LISTENING TO TODAY’S PODCAST: 

1. Why your margins vanish (even when you’re charging “enough”)  
2. What jobs are worth doing… and which ones to dump  
3. How make more money without doing more work 

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it’s not about business tactics. 

It’s about grit, belief, and finding meaning when everything falls apart. 

Josh Komen was an elite runner… until leukemia hit him. Twice. 

His story of survival, faith, and perspective will shift how you see struggle. 

If you’ve ever felt like giving up...

You need to hear this. 

WHAT YOU’LL GAIN FROM LISTENING TO TODAY’S PODCAST: 

1. The mindset shift needed to get through the worst — and how you can use it in business 
2. Why most business owners quit too soon — and the trick to hanging on 
3. How belief, family, and connection provide the greatest strength 

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Do your guys ask the same questions over and over? 

Feel like you’re constantly fixing stupid mistakes? 

Explaining the same thing for the 100th time? 

It’s easy to blame your team for this... 

But the real problem? 

All your systems are stuck in your head

WHAT YOU’LL GAIN FROM LISTENING TO TODAY’S PODCAST: 

1. The fastest, easiest way to systemize your business  
2. The 4-step process to make systems stick  
3. The best systems to boost productivity and profit 

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To leading nearly 200 staff across projects in Texas, Louisiana, Florida, Georgia, and beyond. 

Now his company’s on track for $30 million in revenue with 10% net profit... 

WHAT YOU’LL GAIN FROM LISTENING TO TODAY’S PODCAST: 

1. How to transform your team into a well-oiled machine  
2. The software that’ll change the game for your jobs and margins  
3. The key to attracting A-Players (and their loyal customers)  
4. How to end cash flow issues for good  
5. Why hard truth beat nice lies every time 

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They remember everything you’ve ever told them.  

Do every job to a high standard.  

Never call in sick.  

Happy to work around the clock…  

For free.

Sounds too good to be true, but they’re real. 

WHAT YOU’LL GAIN FROM LISTENING TO TODAY’S PODCAST: 

1. How to save hours every week (and get more done in less time) 
2. The trick to getting stuff done that you’ve been putting off forever 
3. The 4-step formula to get ChatGPT to nail your request every time 

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Passing on one stage of the job to the next feels like that classic Spider-Man meme.... 

Everyone’s pointing fingers. No one's taking responsibility. 

Materials aren’t on-site. 

The quote’s missing half the info. 

And now the job’s blowing out – in time and cost.

WHAT YOU’LL GAIN FROM LISTENING TO TODAY’S PODCAST: 

1. The 4 essentials of a job handover process that actually work 
2. The must-have checklist that makes job handovers smooth, not stressful 
3. The best way to keep everyone on the team aligned and accountable 

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The best return on investment you can get, bang for buck, is from your business. 

My latest Podcast is on How to Invest Successfully as a Business Owner. 

WHAT YOU’LL GAIN FROM LISTENING TO TODAY’S PODCAST: 

1. Why your business is the best investment you’ll ever make — and how to maximize the return 
2. The reason most tradies earn millions in revenue but end up with nothing to show for it 
3. A step-by-step strategy to turn business income into real wealth and financial freedom 

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A lot of trades businesses are feeling it.  

Jobs are drying up.  

Clients are dragging their feet.  

Margins are getting squeezed.  

And stress levels are through the roof.  

It’s hard when the political stuff’s out of your control.  

But here’s the truth:  

Even in a downturn, you can still make bloody good money.  

WHAT YOU’LL GAIN FROM LISTENING TO TODAY’S PODCAST: 

1. How to protect your cash and keep jobs profitable even when leads slow down 
2. The real reason most businesses fall apart in downturns — and how to avoid it 
3. The 8-step playbook to stay in control, make money, and come out stronger than your competitors 

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You’re going to need managers. 

Maybe you’re not quite there yet – but you know it’s coming. 

Maybe you’ve hire one before and it went pear-shaped

Or maybe you’re stuck micromanaging them – because deep down you’re scared they’ll screw up your business if you don’t.  

WHAT YOU’LL GAIN FROM LISTENING TO TODAY’S PODCAST: 

1. How to Step Away From the Business Without Losing Control  
2. The Most Important Meeting You’ll Ever Have (It Only Takes 20 Mins)  
3. The #1 Mistake Most Trades Business Owners Make With Managers (And How to Avoid It) 

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They used to be solid...   

Showed up, worked hard, got the job done.  

But lately… something’s off.  

It starts to affect the rest of the team.   

Morale dips. Standards slip.  

The rot spreads.  

WHAT YOU’LL GAIN FROM LISTENING TO TODAY’S PODCAST: 

1. The trick to keeping your team on board and on task (without constant nagging)  
2. How to decide when to fix the issue... and when it’s time to fire 
3. The best way to handle the tough conversations without blowing things up 

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You listened...  

You worked hard...  

And you were grateful for the opportunity.  

These days? It’s different.   

Young workers think they know everything...  

Even though they’ve barely picked up a shovel...  

They only work as hard as they have to...  

And they want everything...   

Including a pay rise...   

WHAT YOU’LL GAIN FROM LISTENING TO TODAY’S PODCAST: 

1. How to tap into Gen Z’s strengths and get more out of your team  
2. Simple ways to build respect without being the “grumpy boss”  
3. The #1 mindset shift that makes leading young workers way easier 

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We can’t charge that much because...  

It’s impossible to find good workers because...

[INSERT EXCUSE HERE]

Our new Podcast digs into How to Overcome the Excuses Holding Your Business Back. 

No excuses, mate... 

WHAT YOU’LL GAIN FROM LISTENING TO TODAY’S PODCAST: 

1. What to do when you feel stuck and can’t see a way forward   
2. How to make real progress, even when you’ve got no time   
3. Where to put your focus so you’re driving the business — not chasing it 

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Who started out all gung-ho…?  

But lately their output’s gone downhill?  

Perhaps your most onto-it team member…  

Who used to have everything sorted…  

Is now making loads of costly mistakes? 

Or maybe your number one guy…  

Who’s been loyal for years…  

Suddenly jumped ship, completely out of the blue?  

It’s easy to blame team issues on laziness, bad communication, or just say “shit happens”…   

But what if the real issue’s something deeper—something you’re missing as a leader? 

In our latest Podcast, we discuss How Great Leaders Look Below the Surface to unlock better performance, stronger culture, and higher profits

WHAT YOU’LL GAIN FROM LISTENING TO TODAY’S PODCAST: 

1. How to Deal with Small Problems Before They Become Big Ones  
2. How to Make Sure Your Guys Stay With Your Business Long Term  
3. How to Get Great Results from Your Team Without Micromanaging 

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Then—bang—3 of their guys quit the week before Christmas. 

That’s when they realized: Culture is everything. 

Fast forward to now?  

Jake and Nassia haven’t lost a single team member in over 18 months.  

Their crew’s tight, their culture’s rock solid, and the business is flying. 

WHAT YOU’LL GAIN FROM LISTENING TO TODAY’S PODCAST: 

1. How they went from $30K a year profit to $70–80K a month  
2. The structure they built so they're not stuck on the tools  
3. The simple thing they do to keep their workers loyal and passionate   

Power out before a big party?  

Heating’s died in the middle of winter? 

People will pay extra to get it fixed now... 

And you should be charging for it. 

It’s called Surge Pricing. 

Raising your price when demand’s high and supply is low. 

Airlines do it. Uber does it. Hotels and events too. 

And so should you

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WHAT YOU’LL GAIN FROM LISTENING TO TODAY’S PODCAST: 

1. How to Use Surge Pricing Without the Customer Spitting the Dummy  
2. Which Customers Will Happily Pay Top Dollar for Your Skills  
3. The Best Times to Put Surge Pricing into Action 

This episode is for you. 

WHAT YOU’LL GAIN FROM LISTENING TO TODAY’S PODCAST: 

1. Why You’re Losing Work Without Realizing It  
2. How to Beat Your Competition (Even If They’re Cheaper)  
3. The Phone Call Hack That’ll Fill Your Calendar 

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And it could be costing you big time. 

Stopping you from charging what you’re worth… 

Keeping you from hiring (or firing)… 

Making you hesitate when opportunities come up… 

WHAT YOU’LL GAIN FROM LISTENING TO TODAY’S PODCAST: 

1. Top Ways to Think Like a Winner – so your team does too  
2. How to Beat Procrastination – and finally improve your business  
3. The Key to Finding Confidence – and booking killer jobs 

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You put down your money... Hope for the best…  

And get... whatever you get. 

If you’re lucky, it’s some new jobs. 

If you’re not, it’s crickets. 

And a bill, plus some fluff report about “likes” and “reach”. 

But if you know how to get the most out of them... 

Marketing agencies can change the game for your business. 

WHAT YOU’LL GAIN FROM LISTENING TO TODAY’S PODCAST: 

1. Agency Red flags to Watch Out For   
2. What Will Set Your Business Apart from Competitors    
3. The 5 Step System to Make Sure Your Agency Delivers   

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We discussed how lots of business owners get so consumed dealing with other people’s problems, that they kind of lose sight of their own businesses...  

And then we covered how to retake control so you can make serious profit and have a great work/life balance.  

WHAT YOU’LL GAIN FROM LISTENING TO TODAY’S PODCAST: 

1. The Key to Financial Freedom   
2. How to Avoid Overwhelm   
3. The Secret to Work/Life Balance   

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Or maybe you’ve looked at your current team, and thought… “Who can take on more?”  

Two birds with one stone, right? 

Hybrid roles might feel like quick fix…  

But long-term, they’ll have you constantly chasing your tail. 

WHAT YOU’LL GAIN FROM LISTENING TO TODAY’S PODCAST: 

1. The Secret to Building a High-Performing Team That Pays for Itself  
2. The Real Reason You’re Still Drowning in Tasks  
3. The Best Roles to Hire to Grow Your Business 

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The better way to attract customers and book jobs today… 

Social Media. 

But here’s the problem—most trades and contracting business owners get it wrong. 

You can’t just post a couple of times and expect work to come your way. 

Plus, Social Media changes all the time. 

The platforms… The algorithms… How people actually use it… 

What worked a year ago (or even 6 months ago) isn’t necessarily what works today. 

But there are proven strategies that work

WHAT YOU’LL GAIN FROM LISTENING TO TODAY’S PODCAST: 

1. Common Social Media Mistakes to Avoid and What to Do Instead   
2. 4 Simple Steps to Making Awesome Content  
3. The Kinds of Posts That Get the Most Bang for Your Buck 

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So you wouldn’t have to handle everything yourself...  

Right? 

But instead of making your life easier...  

Has hiring more guys actually made your job harder? 

Now there’s more to think about...  

More responsibility...  

And less time to focus on running and growing the business.  

But don’t sack everyone and go at it alone...  

What you need is a First Team: your top guys who’ll help take your business where you want it to go.  

WHAT YOU’LL GAIN FROM LISTENING TO TODAY’S PODCAST: 

1. GET YOUR GUYS TO STEP UP by developing strong leaders  
2. ACHIEVE KILLER RESULTS your whole team is striving for  
3. STOP DOING EVERYTHING YOURSELF and shift to mentoring & guiding your team 

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He led the LA Lakers to 5 NBA championships. 

But at one point in his career, Kobe started to lose his edge. 

That’s when he called Todd Herman, and together, they made a change that put Kobe in in the Basketball Hall of Fame forever. 

Want to know what he did, and how the same method could transform your business? 

WHAT YOU’LL GAIN FROM LISTENING TO TODAY’S PODCAST: 

1. Stop Holding Yourself Back – Let go of fear and start making bold moves  
2. Be A Better Leader – Guide your team with clarity and calm   
3. Level Up Your Sales – Upgrade your confidence and grow your business   

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Steve was.  

He had so little time that he skipped eating meals. 

All he ate was an apple a day... 

But since turning his business around, it’s three meals a day... 

Plus better cash flow, improved profitability... 

And the freedom to go wake-boarding and barefoot water skiing with his girls. 

WHAT YOU’LL GAIN FROM LISTENING TO TODAY’S PODCAST: 

1. Small Systems That Make a Big Difference   
2. How to Make Every Bid/Quote Worth It, Even If You Don’t Book the Job  
3. The Key Stop Micromanaging and Empowering Your Team 

What’s your business really worth? 

If you tried to sell today, what could you get for it?  

A lot of business owners have a dollar figure in mind...  

A nice payout for all the hard work they’ve put into building their company...  

But here's the truth...  

Most asking prices are way above what anyone’s actually willing to pay... 

WHAT YOU’LL GAIN FROM LISTENING TO TODAY’S PODCAST: 

1. Simple ways to add hundreds of thousands to your sale price  
2. The best thing you can do to make your business an easy sell  
3. Key steps to take before going on the market 

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If you tried to sell today, what could you get for it?  

A lot of business owners have a dollar figure in mind...  

A nice payout for all the hard work they’ve put into building their company...  

But here's the truth...  

Most asking prices are way above what anyone’s actually willing to pay... 

WHAT YOU’LL GAIN FROM LISTENING TO TODAY’S PODCAST: 

1. Simple ways to add hundreds of thousands to your sale price  
2. The best thing you can do to make your business an easy sell  
3. Key steps to take before going on the market 

LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: 

• Claim a Free Planning Session to learn what coaching could do for your business 
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When you offer a good place to work, and your guys enjoy their jobs...  

It leads to stronger culture and better results...  

But how do you really know if your team is happy or not?  

Especially if you’re not around all the time... 

WHAT YOU’LL GAIN FROM LISTENING TO TODAY’S PODCAST: 

1. Simple and cheap staff survey tools you can use right now  
2. The trick to getting straight up answers from your guys every time 
3. How to make your team love where they work (and refer their mates too) 

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Heard of ‘9 to 5 Syndrome’?

Most people work from 9am to 5pm…  

But many trades and contracting business owners also work from 5pm to 9am as well… 

If that sounds like you... 

You’ll find my latest training super useful. 

I chat with business expert and best-selling author of ‘Profit First’, Mike Michalowicz, and he shares loads of super helpful thoughts... 

WHAT YOU’LL GAIN FROM LISTENING TO TODAY’S PODCAST: 

1. Why Taking a 4-week Vacation Is Great for Your Business  
2. How to Build Systems on the Go, Even When You’re in the Thick of It  
3. The Simplest Way to Decide What’s Worth Your Time and What’s Not 

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Mitch Janusz was in the same boat...   

Now Mitch is far less stressed, has more time for his family, and his profits have skyrocketed.  

WHAT YOU’LL GAIN FROM LISTENING TO TODAY’S PODCAST: 

1. How stepping back from the tools accelerates business growth  
2. Why trying to be the best and the cheapest doesn’t work  
3. The trick to getting your head around the numbers–even if math isn’t your thing 

The reason most people don’t achieve their goals isn't for a lack of commitment... they just don’t have the right systems to get there. 

WHAT YOU’LL GAIN FROM LISTENING TO TODAY’S PODCAST: 

1. Build a business that works without you  
2. Carve out time for your family without sacrificing business results   
3. Make sure important stuff gets done – no matter how busy life gets 

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WHAT YOU’LL GAIN FROM LISTENING TO TODAY’S PODCAST: 

1. Build a business that works without you  
2. Carve out time for your family without sacrificing business results   
3. Make sure important stuff gets done – no matter how busy life gets 

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• Claim a Free Planning Session to learn what coaching could do for your business 
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WHAT YOU’LL GAIN FROM LISTENING TO TODAY’S PODCAST: 

1. Build a business that works without you  
2. Carve out time for your family without sacrificing business results   
3. Make sure important stuff gets done – no matter how busy life gets 

LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: 

• Claim a Free Planning Session to learn what coaching could do for your business 
• Join our FREE private community of trades business owners in our Facebook group 
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1. WORKFLOW 

Customers are usually slower to push go on projects at the start of the year. Projects will probably be delayed too. 

2. CASH FLOW 

With many still in holiday mode, you can bet customers will take longer to pay their invoices. If you’re not on top of this, your cash flow could take a hit. 

3. PROFIT 

You still have to pay your workers, even when they’re away on break. Making profit on every job is going to be more challenging with the same fixed costs, but less workers to cover those costs. 

4. TEAM 

To start the year off well, you want to find top tradesmen to join your team... but so do all your competitors. If you don’t want to miss out, you need to front-foot it and put out the right message.

WHAT YOU’LL GAIN FROM LISTENING TO TODAY’S PODCAST: 

1. Get consistent leads, even in a slow market  
2. Increase profit without losing customers  
3. Close jobs fast and fill your calendar 

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When you’re knackered from a massive year, it sounds like a good idea... 

But have you fully thought it through? 

WHAT YOU’LL GAIN FROM LISTENING TO TODAY’S PODCAST: 

1. Keep your business humming over the holidays  
2. Thrive even when everything slows down for a while  
3. Take a break without losing money or pissing off your team 

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Working massive hours...  

Feeling completely lost... 

And seriously considering throwing in the towel... 

But then I realized: 

In order for things to change... I had to change. 

18 months and a bunch of changes later... 

I completely turned my business around...  

Doubling its revenue and pulling in 25% net profit. 

That was business owner Luke Heyhoe.  

Want to see how he did it?

WHAT YOU’LL GAIN FROM LISTENING TO TODAY’S PODCAST: 

1. The pricing sweet spot where you make killer profit and your customers are happy   
2. What to do to get out of a rut and improve a shit situation  
3. How to stay clear headed whether it’s been a good month or a bad month 

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It might seem out of reach... 

But the most successful business owners are just like the rest of us... 

However they do things differently... 

So, in my latest training session I uncover 8 Big Ideas for 7-Figure Profits that could change the way you think about your business. 

WHAT YOU’LL GAIN FROM LISTENING TO TODAY’S PODCAST: 

1. How knowing less can make your business more successful 
2. The one hire that’ll make your life so much easier 
3. How to make waste-of-time meetings actually useful 

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My latest training session explains what it is and how to use it. 

WHAT YOU’LL GAIN FROM LISTENING TO TODAY’S PODCAST: 

1. Make killer profits, month after month  
2. Grow your business without falling apart  
3. Cut team mistakes and boost their performance 

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WHAT YOU’LL GAIN FROM LISTENING TO TODAY’S PODCAST: 

1. Stop your guys mucking around and keep them on task  
2. Make more money without ripping off your customers 
3. Add $10K+ profit per worker for no extra effort 

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1. The #1 cash flow mistake trades businesses make - and how to fix it 
2. The bulletproof process that’ll get you paid on time, every time 
3. The easiest thing you can do to always have cash when you need it 

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1. Manage frustration without losing your cool 
2. Spend less time training but still get great results 
3. Build a high-performing efficient team 

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1. Manage frustration without losing your cool 
2. Spend less time training but still get great results 
3. Build a high-performing efficient team 

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1. How to build your own economy (instead of worrying about the global economy) 
2. How to focus on what’s important (instead of wasting energy on what’s out of your hands) 
3. How to adapt when the world changes (instead of getting left behind) 

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1. Become the go-to guy in your community 
2. Avoid price wars and compete on value instead  
3. Book more jobs and attract top talent 

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1. Simple steps you can take to improve any situation 
2. The key to stop making the same mistake over and over again 
3. How to deal with setbacks and bounce back quick 

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He complains constantly… 

Vents his frustrations to anyone who’ll listen… 

He’s quick to blame… 

Full of excuses… 

And resents others for their success… 

He’s clearly unhappy… 

But too stubborn to change… 

The guy’s a real drag… 

No fun to be around… 

Just a broken record… 

With bad vibes… 

And a bad attitude… 

And let’s be honest… 

With an attitude like that… 

No wonder his life isn’t going so well… 

Since you’re reading this, Name, you clearly have a positive, business-focused attitude… 

But many still hold unhelpful beliefs, which if left unchecked, can negatively impact their businesses (or the businesses they work for). 

So, to help get your head in the game, our latest training video tackles: 

• 3 Toxic Attitudes That’ll Poison Your Business 
• How to Get Out of a Funk and Change Your Outlook 

• The Mindsets You Need to Achieve Success 

Don’t let a bad attitude hold you back from reaching your full potential… 

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But you’re not really sure the best way to go about it… 

Do you start with markup? 

Or was it margins? 

(What’s the difference again?) 

Should you look at hourly rates? 

Weekly? Monthly? 

Consider all the materials involved? 

Maybe mash that all together? 

Or if that’s all too complicated… 

Just resort to the ol’ tried and true ‘PAFOOMA’ method? 

Y’know… 

Pull A Figure Out Of My Ass? 

Unless you’re happy running a charity....

You want your pricing to make you decent profit, so you can grow and scale your business, and have the money, time and freedom to live the life you want.  

But to do this, there’s one financial metric you’ve got to understand… 

In our episode, we give the low down on Gross Profit Per Hour and step you through how to work it out for your business. 

TODAY’S PODCAST REVEALS HOW TO: 

1. End Your Cashflow Worries Once and for All 
2. Find Out Which Jobs Make You the Most Money 
3. Increase Your Profit Through Materials and Equipment 

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You’ve got so much work your team can’t keep up... 

Watching those jobs slip away hurts... 

Missing out on that extra revenue sucks... 

So, you consider hiring someone new... 

Another guy on the tools – to keep the truck busy?  

An office manager – to help with admin?  

Maybe an estimator – so you’re not pricing everything? 

Sounds great – lighten the load and grow your business. 

But then the doubt creeps in... 

“Is the role really necessary?” 

“Can I afford it?” 

“Is there enough work for a bigger team?” 

“How will I find the right person?” 

“What if I get it wrong?” 

Before you know it, you’re paralyzed with fear, can’t make a decision, and back at square one... 

Hiring is hard.

It’s not something you do all the time, and it can feel pretty loaded. It’s also quite complex, because it involves people. And let’s face it, people are complex... 

That’s why in our latest episode, we tackle hiring head-on, covering: 

• How To Attract the Best to Work for You 
• Common Hiring Mistakes You Need to Avoid 
• The 3 Step Process That Makes Hiring a Breeze  

Hiring is your most important job as a business owner and the most impactful thing you can do to create profit, lifestyle and wealth. 

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But word of mouth’s not bringing in any new work…  

You’ve scrambled to keep your guys busy,  

But you’re running out of side jobs…  

And with no projects on the horizon,  

You decide to try online advertising…  

But you’re overwhelmed by the options…  

Which one should you use?  

Google? Facebook? Something else?  

You decide to bite the bullet and try one out…  

But it’s not getting you the results you want…  

Should you switch to another platform?  

You don’t want to waste more money…  

But now you’re getting desperate…  

So what the heck should you do?  

The ‘Google vs Facebook’ question comes up all the time.     

And it’s a good question. 

But to answer it, there’s a few things to consider and a bit of thinking involved.  

In a nutshell, you need to know your marketing strategy.  

If you get that right, you’ll get the results too.  

In this episode, you'll learn how to:

• Target the Right Customers to Get the Best Jobs for You  
• Choose The Platform That’ll Get the Most Bang for Your Buck  
• Make Double What You Spend on Marketing… Or Even More  

Don’t throw money away hoping someone will stumble across your ad. Be strategic.   

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Do you sometimes look around… 

At your mates’, or competitors’ businesses… 

And wish you had big chunky jobs like the ones they’re doing? 

You’re tied up with lots of small jobs… 

They take a fair amount of work to land… 

And time to schedule… 

Plus, you need a bunch of them to keep your guys busy… 

But if you landed one huge job, you’d be sorted for the year...  

It’d make your business so much more profitable... 

And your life way easier...  

Right? 

Well, it ain’t always roses.  

If you take on a job that's too big for you, it can literally destroy your business. 

On the other hand, if you do it right with a decent strategy, there's massive opportunity.  

But how do you get bigger jobs?  

And how do you pull them off in a manageable and profitable way? 

WHAT YOU’LL GAIN FROM LISTENING TO TODAY’S PODCAST: 

1. How to Tackle Large Projects Without Getting Squashed in the Process 
2. Common Mistakes to Avoid When Scaling Up 
3. The Secret to Winning Big Game-Changing Contracts 

Hey, it doesn't have to be a million bucks plus to be a big job... 

It's just good to have some chunkier stuff in there. 

So, get stuck in and watch the episode now.

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Some dude gets cocky when things start going well for his business. 

Thinking he’s destined to be a millionaire, he hires a bunch of new guys… 

Gets a big warehouse, buys extra vehicles… 

Does a bunch of flashy advertising… 

All to try and grow the business. 

But he’s got too big for his boots. 

Gone too hard, too fast. 

Soon, things get crazy busy. 

Without proper systems, it all falls apart. 

And he ends up falling on his face. 

It’s easy to think growing your business will only create more stress and hassle. 

But when it's done right, it’s a really different story. 

There are plenty of owners who have grown their business successfully.  

They make good money – and can afford to travel for a month every year.  

They have more time – to coach their kids’ sports team and go to all their games.  

They have more freedom – to regularly take Fridays off knowing their business is fine without them. 

WHAT YOU’LL GAIN FROM LISTENING TO TODAY’S PODCAST: 

1. Build a bigger and more profitable business that can stand on its own two feet 
2. Keep your team happy and loyal so they stay with you for years to come 
3. Avoid the common traps of growth so you don’t crash and burn 

To learn how to grow your business the right way, watch the episode now.

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It’s bloody stressful when you’re about to run out of work. 

You don’t want your guys standing around doing nothing, so you find something for them to do. 

But it doesn't make you money. 

Another problem with holes in your schedule is cash flow. 

When it’s off, you're in for a whole world of pain. 

You lose sleep thinking, “How am I going to pay the bills?” 

You don’t want to downsize your team, but you might have to... 

And you lose confidence to grow the business because you’re not sure you’ll have enough work to do it. 

You wait for the phone to ring – hoping word of mouth will spread – but it doesn’t.  

And that’s when desperation sets in.  

You start throwing stuff at the wall. 

Doing whatever it takes to get new jobs. 

Maybe some telemarketer tries to sell you a bogus scheme to get you new jobs. 

You throw good money at it, but of course, it doesn’t work. 

Or maybe you drop your prices, but that’s a race to the bottom. 

With the economy the way it is, some of your competitors will also drop their prices. 

Soon it all ratchets down till you hit bargain basement. 

But it’s not all doom and gloom.  

There are plenty of ways to fill your calendar with jobs without spending a buck... 

And that’s what Phil and I cover in our latest episode.

WHAT YOU’LL GAIN FROM LISTENING TO TODAY’S PODCAST: 

• GET NEW JOBS from the customers you already have 

Instead of wasting time and money trying to find new ones  

• EARN MORE MONEY from the jobs you’re doing right now 

With simple tricks to maximize the sale in front of you 

• MAKE SURE A LEAD BOOKS YOU instead of somebody else 

And increase your conversion rate by 20% 

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When they hang up, you feel bloody awful. 

The customer called, unhappy with the job. 

Your stomach sinks as you process what just happened. 

They said it’s not up to standard... 

Not what they were promised... 

They’re disappointed and angry, and it’s all your fault. 

They want you to fix it.  

Now. 

You’re totally gutted.

You worked hard on this project. 

Take pride in your work. 

You want to leave your customers happy. 

But fixing it’s gonna cost you money. 

Take up your team’s time. 

You’ve already moved on to the next job…

Of course, you want to put it right.

But how?

To find out, catch my latest training video where Phil and I deep dive into customer complaints.

WHAT YOU’LL GAIN FROM LISTENING TO TODAY’S PODCAST: 

1. How to Turn an Angry Customer into a Happy One 
2. Simple Ways to Keep Your Business Reputation Strong 
3. 5 Steps to Turn Disasters into Opportunities 

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How about a fair market salary? 

Maybe you’re not quite sure what that is?  

Many trades and contracting business owners don’t know either. 

They just make up a number that seems right. 

And continue working 60+ hour weeks, effectively getting paid below minimum wage... 

Others pay themselves whatever’s left over at the end of the month. 

Basically, just taking the scraps to cover bare minimum expenses... 

Or worse, they take money out of drawings whenever they need it. 

Regardless of whether the business can support it... 

If you operate like this, you don’t know your business’s true costs, so you can't tell how it’s really performing. And that can lead to some nasty consequences down the line... 

To get your head around fair market salaries, and how they’re critical to your business success, tune into our latest episode of The Profitable Tradie Podcast

WHAT YOU’LL GAIN FROM LISTENING TO TODAY’S PODCAST: 

1. Find out What Makes a Business Easy to Sell in the Future   
2. Learn The Key to Getting Paid a Salary PLUS a Cut of the Profit  
3. Discover How Paying Yourself Properly Actually Improves Work Life Balance 

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Before him, nobody thought that was possible. 

Today, more than a thousand runners have done it. 

Bannister showed how far the bar could be raised, inspiring his peers to reach further. 

Do your friends inspire you to take your business to new heights?

Do they stretch you?  

Seeing their achievements inspires you to reach further... 

Challenge you?  

To be serious about your business and do the hard work to improve it... 

Set an example to follow? 

They’re bold... They do what they say they’re going to do... They’re constantly learning... 

Or do they cut you down? 

Make you feel guilty for earning good money, or taking a well-earned day off... 

Hold you back?  

From growing your business, increasing prices, or prioritizing more profitable work... 

Make you feel bad for having ambition and drive? 

They don’t really want you to have success, because it makes them feel inadequate... 

The people you hang out with most have a huge impact on the success of your business. 

If you’re not happy with the results you’re getting, taking a look at who you surround yourself with is an important step. 

WHAT YOU’LL GAIN FROM LISTENING TO TODAY’S PODCAST: 

1. HOW TO SURROUND YOURSELF WITH SUPPORT AND CHALLENGE   
2. HOW TO STOP FEELING GUILTY ABOUT YOUR SUCCESS   
3. HOW LIFESTYLE CHOICES CAN HELP YOUR BUSINESS 

LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: 

• Claim a Free Planning Session to learn what coaching could do for your business 
• Join our FREE private community of trades business owners in our Facebook group 
• Subscribe to our YouTube Channel 
• Get a copy of the Profitable Tradie book 

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They can be super unorganized, which can mess you around and kill your profits.  

If you’re not careful, they can also use you like a bank...  

On the other hand, they can bring in a lot of work opportunities.  

So, how can we work with Builders and General Contractors in a productive way? And what’s the key to ensuring they call you the next time they need a job done?  

On this week’s The Profitable Tradie Podcast I interview Adam Ballinger, owner of award-winning general contractors New Image Homes—and the guy who built my house.  

WHAT YOU’LL GAIN FROM LISTENING TO TODAY’S PODCAST:  

1. THE KEY TO BECOMING A BUILDER’S NEW GO-TO  
2. HOW TO STOP CONTRACTORS USING YOU LIKE A BANK  
3. LESSONS TO LEARN FROM SUBCONTRACTOR HORROR STORIES  

LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: 

• Claim a Free Planning Session to learn what coaching could do for your business 
• Join our FREE private community of trades business owners in our Facebook group 
• Subscribe to our YouTube Channel 
• Get a copy of the Profitable Tradie book 

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“What’s the point of it all?” 

Despite working 50+ hours, you’re still left... 

Scrambling to meet unreasonable demands from your customers. 

Fixing team mistakes and answering the constant barrage of questions. 

Stressed about getting paid and how you’re going to keep the team busy. 

And for all of that, you’re probably getting paid less than your top tradesmen.  

But that’s not the worst part... 

The stress starts to creep into your personal life... 

When you get home, it’s hard to be present with your partner. 

Work is constantly on your mind and your partner feels like you’re never there.  

And you’re left choosing between keeping the business afloat and having a healthy relationship. 

It’s a hard place to find yourself in... 

But one, we've seen many business owners get through.  

Because of that we recorded a video with some tips on how to balance running a business while keeping a healthy relationship. 

WHAT YOU’LL GAIN FROM LISTENING TO TODAY’S PODCAST: 

1. Tips to leave stress at work and away from family life 
2. Learn the time and place to discuss business with your significant other 
3. Figure out how to make profit from your business enhance your marriage 

LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:

• Book a FREE 15-minute call to learn what coaching could do for your business
• Join our FREE private community of trades business owners in our Facebook group
• Subscribe to our YouTube Channel
• Get a copy of the Profitable Tradie book

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Here’s the critical mistake. 

A move from a tradesman to operation manager or similar role is not a promotion. 

It’s a career change. 

You should absolutely reward your best worker in any way you can 

But it’s important to understand the different skills required for on the tools and in the office. 

You can’t pick your Opps manager off merit and loyalty unfortunately. 

So how do you pick them? 

The guys decided to sit down and record an episode on it. 

WHAT YOU’LL GAIN FROM LISTENING TO TODAY’S PODCAST: 

1. A better understanding of the skills required to fill high level roles 
2. Learn the best way to reward loyal and hardworking tradesmen 
3. Have the formula to hire a killer Operations Manager 

LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:

• Book a FREE 15-minute call to learn what coaching could do for your business
• Join our FREE private community of trades business owners in our Facebook group
• Subscribe to our YouTube Channel
• Get a copy of the Profitable Tradie book

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There’s something about it that makes us feel good.  

Especially when we use the skills our business offers to give them a valuable service. 

There are so many business owners who sacrifice a little bit of monthly profit to help their family and friends out. 

I just wish more of them knew the real cost... 

Because it’s not just the job profit you’re sacrificing.  

Everybody knows there’s a cost for doing this type of work. 

But It’s scary how few know the full cost. 

Because of that, the guys sat down to record a free training session on learning all the hidden costs. 

WHAT YOU’LL GAIN FROM LISTENING TO TODAY’S PODCAST: 

1. An understanding of what Opportunity cost is and how it effects your numbers 
2. The mindset of a business owner who knows the downsides to generosity
3. A focus on the most profitable jobs 

LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:

• Book a FREE 15-minute call to learn what coaching could do for your business
• Join our FREE private community of trades business owners in our Facebook group
• Subscribe to our YouTube Channel
• Get a copy of the Profitable Tradie book

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Let's say your system for tracking your numbers. 

You know if you get it sorted, your profit will improve. 

You might even have a plan about how you’re going to do it 

But to this day the issue is still there... 

It's probably because you just don’t have the time to make these changes to your business. 

But unfortunately, the more you put it off the more urgent these fixes become.  

Luckily there’s some things you can do. 

Phil and I are in the studio talking about why ideas are easy, why acting on them is hard and what you can do to fix that. 

WHAT YOU’LL GAIN FROM LISTENING TO TODAY’S PODCAST: 

1. Be able to track and understand your financials 
2. Become a pro at implementing systems into your business 
3. Complete more mini tasks to elevate your business 

LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:

• Book a FREE 15-minute call to learn what coaching could do for your business
• Join our FREE private community of trades business owners in our Facebook group
• Subscribe to our YouTube Channel
• Get a copy of the Profitable Tradie book

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Getting home at the same time every day and being able to enjoy time with friends & family. 

Don't get me wrong, being a business owner is much better than being an employee... 

But having a guaranteed income does have its advantages. 

That's why landing large jobs is appealing. 

They give you 6-12 months' work that's worth decent money. 

And instead of constantly finding, pricing, completing and invoicing lots of little jobs 

Big jobs mean you only have one thing to focus on. 

The only problem is... 

They’re notoriously hard jobs to land (without slashing your prices) 

But somebody must win them. 

Which is why I sat down with Tender expert Jason Coony where he shared the tricks you can use to win more large jobs (85% of trades business owners miss these simple things) 

WHAT YOU’LL GAIN FROM LISTENING TO TODAY’S PODCAST: 

1. The processes which 95% of businesses ignore when pricing for jobs 
2. avoid the mistakes most make when pricing work 
3. Consistent income from recurring work 

LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:

• Book a FREE 15-minute call to learn what coaching could do for your business
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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. 

Every position for every business has that golden number. 

A number which is high enough to attract the best workers to apply... 

But low enough that there’s some good profit for your troubles. 

The guys recorded a training on how to find out what that golden number is for you. 

WHAT YOU’LL GAIN FROM LISTENING TO TODAY’S PODCAST: 

1. Learn how much you should advertise your roles for 
2. Find the amount which attracts the best employees 
3. Have confidence that your payroll is the amount it should be 

LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:

• Book a FREE 15-minute call to learn what coaching could do for your business
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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: 

1. The tools to achieve consistent workflow from month to month 
2. Understand what Marketing lag is and how it can effect your workload 
3. Urgency to reach out to clients to keep the relationship golden 

LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:

• Book a FREE 15-minute call to learn what coaching could do for your business
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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 carrying from owning your business. 

But eventually you drift off. 

And at 5am you get up feeling exhausted, ready to do it all again. 

And just before you walk out the door you ask yourself... 

“How long can I keep doing this?” 

There’s a lot of things you need to do to escape that cycle. 

But the first and most important thing is managing the hours you spend at work better. 

When you plan your time better you are naturally more efficient. 

This is how trades business owner drop their 60-70 hour weeks down to 40-50. 

Show me your calendar and I WILL show you your problems. 

That’s the name of our new training  

WHAT YOU’LL GAIN FROM LISTENING TO TODAY’S PODCAST: 

1. Understand your most valuable role in the business 
2. A restructured team which does more in less time 
3. Your freedom back 

LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:

• Book a FREE 15-minute call to learn what coaching could do for your business
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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 $500 to fix. 

But a business owner who hasn’t delegated that job properly is leaving much more on the table. 

It’s easy to see when staff muck up because we have to pay for it. 

But when we muck up, it sometimes isn’t even noticed. 

But that really needs to change because I’m sick of business owners throwing away 20% of their net margin on bad management and not noticing 

So Phil & I sat down to talk about how to be profitable managers. 

WHAT YOU’LL GAIN FROM LISTENING TO TODAY’S PODCAST: 

1. The best ways to manage your team in 2024 
2. How to make your team less dependent on you. 
3. The process for reducing team mistakes. 

LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:

• Book a FREE 15-minute call to learn what coaching could do for your business
• Join our FREE private community of trades business owners in our Facebook group
• Subscribe to our YouTube Channel
• Get a copy of the Profitable Tradie book

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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?” 

Curtis Hancock felt like that for 20 years. 

Eventually it was time to make a change. 

And what a change he made... 

He improved his pricing & systems which meant that every job had a higher profit margin.  

And with increasing his revenue by 51% last year, that means he’s taking home a heap more money. 

He improved the sales & marketing process. 

Working IN the business is now a thing of the past. 

This year he’s planning trips to Jamaica, Wyoming, Montana & Hawaii. 

Time off like that would’ve tanked his business a few years ago. 

And finally, he has his sons working in the business now.  

Meaning he has his options open when it comes to selling vs succession.  

I had to ask Curtis how he manage to turn his fortunes around. 

So I invited him as a special guest on my podcast. 

WHAT YOU’LL GAIN FROM LISTENING TO TODAY’S PODCAST: 

1. What to do if you've been stuck with your business for a long time 
2. A break down of the pricing strategy that boosted his profitability. 
3. Discover how Curtis Systemized his business to make it less reliant on him 

LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:

• Book a FREE 15-minute call to learn what coaching could do for your business
• Join our FREE private community of trades business owners in our Facebook group
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• Get a copy of the Profitable Tradie book

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