The "Level Up" with Duayne Pearce Podcast

#50 Ever found yourself grappling with the complexities of running a successful carpentry business? Well, don't miss out on our enlightening dialogue with Corey Tomkins from Ideal Group, where he lays bare his journey through the industry. We navigate the rough seas of entrepreneurship, culture-building, and business management, drawing insights from Corey's experiences. This episode unf...

#49 Ready to navigate the stormy seas of the building industry? We've got you covered! This episode is a treasure trove of expert insights on everything from conquering the toughest challenges to shaping a more sustainable future for the industry. This panel will share their experiences of weathering trials, reshaping business models, and implementing efficient systems. Joining us are three i...

#48 Wouldn't you want the very place you call home to be a haven of health and wellbeing? That's the question we seek to answer in this enlightening episode with Zara D'Cotta, a specialist in building biology. We pull back the curtains on the overlooked aspects of healthy home design, such as the choice of building materials, air and light quality, and potential dangers hidden in co...

#47 What happens when you get an unexpected message from a stranger, a redundancy payout, and a love for barbecue? You get Barbecue Mafia, a culinary force to be reckoned with. My guest, Drew, walks us through the unique origin story of this business, which started with a casual Instagram interaction and led to the establishment of a thriving barbecue joint in Brisbane. Drew's tale is a testa...

#46 What goes into a successful construction project? What if the answer lies not only in the bricks and mortar, but in the power of relationships and communication? Join me as we uncover these hidden aspects in a riveting conversation with one of Duayne's clients, Ande from Lady Lynne Grove. Together, we traverse Ande's two-year-long journey of renovating her home and how personal conne...

#45 What if we told you that the secret to a thriving construction business lies in building strong relationships and having efficient systems in place? Join us for an inspiring chat with Fraser from Allen Brothers Construction as we uncover his incredible journey with his brother, starting out as a boutique builder in Brisbane to celebrating their 10-year milestone in the industry. Fraser shares...

#44 Ever wondered how soil testing can make or break the success of your construction project? Join us as we chat with Rick from Soil Insight, a true expert in the field of geotechnical engineering, who shares his wealth of knowledge on soil types, tools, and techniques that can save time and money in the long run. We promise this episode will open your eyes to the world beneath our feet and help...

Check out Duayne's work here... www.dpearceconstructions.com.au #43 Duayne chats with a group of like minded builders to tackle the hot topics that surround the building industry. Builders Include... Brett Fowler (Saltash Homes) saltashhomes.com.au Craig Stuart (Stuart Homes and Renovations) Kyle Zanetto & Matt O'grady (Zanetto Builders) zanettobuilders.com.au Robby Kruyer & Dean...

Check out Duayne's work here... www.dpearceconstructions.com.au #42 Duayne chats with Craig Stuart from Stuart Homes and Renovations about his early life working on cattle stations, shaping cowboy hats and running a building business.  Craig emphasises the importance of building great relationships with your clients and how having that solid connection can set all parties up for a successful...

Check out Duayne's work here... www.dpearceconstructions.com.au #41 Duayne chats with Kyle and Matt from Zanetto Builders. A building team that flew up from Tasmania to have a chat in the shed.   The boys leave no stone unturned as they discuss everything from mental breakdowns to personal development and everything in between.  check out Zanetto Builders here... critiquebc.com.au If you&apos...

Check out Duayne's work here... www.dpearceconstructions.com.au #40 Duayne chats with James Dobie from Critique Building and Construction on his progression into becoming one of the most sort after builders in the Melbourne building industry. check out Critique Building and Construction  here... critiquebc.com.au If you're a builder looking to run a more profitable business go check out...

Check out Duayne's work here... www.dpearceconstructions.com.au #39 Duayne chats with Hamish White from Sanctum Homes on how he discovered his passion for building and carpentry and how that passion has  transcended into wanting to help educate other builders and homeowners on understanding the importance of sustainable building practices. Hamish believes that homes should make a positive imp...

Check out Duayne's work here... www.dpearceconstructions.com.au #38 Duayne chats with Michael Ross from MR Designs on how he goes about tackling a 10 year relationship with anxiety and depression.  Michael leaves no stone unturned as he candidly talks about leading 10 people in his design business, a new born daughter and family responsibilities all while dealing with this illness. For someon...

Check out Duayne's work here... www.dpearceconstructions.com.au #37 Duayne chats with builder Brayden Larkin from Zephyr Industries on his journey building some of Brisbane's most luxurious homes by the age of 30.  check out Zephyr Industries here... zephyrindustries.com.au If you're a builder looking to run a more profitable business go check out Duayne's other passion Live Li...

Check out Duayne's work here... www.dpearceconstructions.com.au #36 Duayne chats candidly with Shea from his team on the rollercoaster ride that is life. He delves into how he went about dealing with the tough times and his process for coming out the other side. A chat many will be able to relate to.   If you're a builder looking to run a more profitable business go check out Duayne&apos...

Check out Duayne's work here... www.dpearceconstructions.com.au #35 Dr. Mardiasmo or Asti as she likes to be called is the Chief Economist of PRD, Asti leads a nation-wide research team that provides property, housing, and (predominantly) residential market research to the PRD franchises, government departments, private and non-profit organisations, and private investors. For anyone in the pr...

Check out Duayne's work here... www.dpearceconstructions.com.au #34 Brett explains how he was on the cusp of quitting the building game once and for all and knew that something needed to change. He gives a very candid explanation of how he had turned everything around from changing his mindset to owning his mistakes and learning how to run a better business to reignite his passion for the ind...

Check out Duayne's work here... www.dpearceconstructions.com.au #33 With over 2400 projects and 30 plus years of design experience under her belt, Di Henshall is a powerhouse when  it comes to understanding peoples dreams and turning those dreams into reality in either the residential or commercial space. Check out Di's website here... dihenshall.com.au If you're a builder looking t...

Check out Duayne's work here... www.dpearceconstructions.com.au #32 Duayne gives some hints and tips for all involved in the building industry to hit the ground running in 2023. If you're a builder looking to run a more profitable business go check out Duayne's other passion Live Life Build... www.livelifebuild.com Send us Fan Mail Support the show  Follow me on my Socials!  (https:...

Check out Duayne's work here... www.dpearceconstructions.com.au #31 Duayne gives an account of the year that was. All the highs and lows of 2022  and whats coming in 2023. If you're a builder looking to run a more profitable business go check out Duayne's other passion Live Life Build... www.livelifebuild.com Send us Fan Mail Support the show  Follow me on my Socials!  (https://www....

Check out Duayne's work here... www.dpearceconstructions.com.au #30 Sam Ackland chats with Duayne about his company Build Clean and how it's the one percenters that have helped them raise the bar when it comes to residential cleans before handover. Build Clean is quickly spreading from Adelaide, now Brisbane and soon to the rest of the country. Sam gives a candid assessment of how he and...

Check out Duayne's work here... www.dpearceconstructions.com.au #29 Almost a year to the date Justin Andrews from Abode Construction drops back into the shed for a chat with Duayne. Justin gives a very candid account of how his life has changed through the introduction of breath work and mindfulness. A practise he now implements into his own business to help his team start their week off righ...

Check out Duayne's work here... www.dpearceconstructions.com.au #28 Duayne chats with Mitch Proestos from GIFTu and  Food Studio shop In episode 28 of The "Level Up" Podcast.  After 20 years in the retail sector Mitch took the leap and went out on his own to show the world his passion for cooking and gift creations that will leave a lasting effect on the people receiving them. For b...

Check out Duayne's work here... www.dpearceconstructions.com.au #27 Duayne chats with Ollie Stephens from Hungry Wolf Studios on all things concrete.  Ollie chats about his passion for Architectural Concrete and how it's the one percenters that makes the difference when it comes to getting creative with concrete. Ollie has a saying "Do It Once and do it Properly" - once concret...

Check out Duayne's work here... www.dpearceconstructions.com.au #26 Duayne chats with Amanda Bulow from Awesome Women in Construction about how women play a pivotal role in the building and construction industry. Amanda chats candidly about her mission to help evolve the industry and how women can bring a different perspective to move things in the right direction.     Check out Awesome Women...