Tradies Success Podcast | Business Growth for Electricians, Plumbers, Builders & All Tradies

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 paper. He also talks about the challenges he's faced i...

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 his business and marriage fell apart. We celebrate...

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 valuable episode where Jordan shares his story of build...

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 or systems, Matt convinced Amy to join the business...

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, highlights the experience of someone early on in their gr...

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 help them define what makes their trade business un...

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 potential hires. He also highlights the signific...

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 engineering such a unique trade how to grow a trade busines...

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 incentives for his incredible team of painters. Luke...

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 problem-solving skills. Tybias emphasises the value o...

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) to share their journey so far and their goals...

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 turnover AND has the freedom he craved. Tune in...

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 business so he can work ON his trade business rathe...

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 importance of making the right hires at the right time to...

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 numbers and understanding costs. He highlights th...

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 and not talking about work during personal time....

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, starting as a financial advisor before realising...

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 growth. When Beau's apprentice left the business...

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 outreach SO important? Get ready for actionable in...

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 accounting coach Chantel who runs through how to mak...

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 this year! Need help mapping out your journ...

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 call with one of our coaches? Head to our...

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. are much easier to make when you know your ongo...

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 the power of local search! If you are needing a mark...

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.