UpScale - Build your profitable Trade and Construction business

Hiring again? Don’t just “wing it” this time. In this episode, Coaches Brandon and Em break down 3 practical interview styles that actually work for trade and construction businesses. Need help growing your business? Book a free session with our Growth Specialist: ⁠ ⁠upscale-coaching.com/schedule-podcast⁠ ⁠ Watch insights and tips on YouTube: ⁠ ⁠upscale-coaching.com/upscale-youtube⁠ ⁠ Find out whe...

You’ve done it — you’re off the tools, your systems are automated, and profits are looking solid. So now what? In this episode, Head Coach Kirk and Sales Leader Jason talk about the next big step for tradie business owners: upselling the right way . Need help growing your business? Book a free session with our Growth Specialist: ⁠ ⁠upscale-coaching.com/schedule-podcast⁠ ⁠ Watch insights and tips o...

Our coaches Emily and Dave dive into real client dramas, headaches, and day-to-day challenges tradies are facing right now. Business coaching isn’t just about the numbers—it’s often about helping you deal with the stuff that pops up on-site or in the office when you're trying to grow. Need help growing your business? Book a free session with our Growth Specialist: ⁠ ⁠upscale-coaching.com/sched...

In this episode of the UpScale Business Podcast, Mitch Van chats with Jarrad Sharp, owner of Sharp Air Conditioning in Perth ( www.sharpairconditioning.com.au ). Jarrad shares his real-life story — starting as an apprentice and learning the ropes of running a business the hard way. Need help growing your business? Book a free session with our Growth Specialist: ⁠ ⁠upscale-coaching.com/schedule-pod...

Feeling overwhelmed, lost, and struggling to find time for family and mates — all while barely making a profit? You’re not alone. This is exactly how many of our tradie clients feel when we first start working with them. Need help growing your business? Book a free session with our Growth Specialist: ⁠ ⁠upscale-coaching.com/schedule-podcast⁠ ⁠ Watch insights and tips on YouTube: ⁠ ⁠upscale-coachin...

In this episode, Jason sits down with our client David McFarlane from ⁠DM Powersolutions to unpack how Upscale Business Coaching helped him 5x his turnover and transform his business. Need help growing your business? Book a free session with our Growth Specialist: ⁠upscale-coaching.com/schedule-podcast⁠ Watch insights and tips on YouTube: ⁠upscale-coaching.com/upscale-youtube⁠ Find out where your...

UpScale founders Mitch & Erina are talking K.I.S.S. – Keep It Simple for Success. Let’s be honest—sometimes it feels like you can’t see the forest for the trees, and there’s too much sh*t going on to focus on what really matters. In this episode, they’re cutting through the noise and giving you tools to keep things simple, clear, and effective in your business. Need help growing your business?...

Are you feeling overwhelmed by the daily grind of running your business? Did you start your business to live the life you want, but now find yourself bogged down by endless tasks and responsibilities? You're not alone! In this episode of the UpScale Business Coaching podcast, Luke and EM to explore the core reason most entrepreneurs start their businesses: freedom and passion. But, as many bus...

Mitch & Erina are back—and they're diving into one of the toughest topics in business: dealing with staff. You can’t keep everyone happy, and sometimes it feels like managing a crew is harder than the job itself. So… what do DISC profiles and sister wives have to do with it? You'll have to tune in to find out. 👀 Plenty of laughs, real talk, and solid takeaways for anyone trying to lea...

You’ve nailed it in business — you’re off the tools, your systems are automated, and the profits are rolling in. So, what’s next? How do you keep pushing for more? That’s exactly what we tackle in our Legacy program. Need help growing your business? Book a free session with our Growth Specialist: ⁠upscale-coaching.com/schedule-podcast⁠ Watch insights and tips on YouTube: ⁠upscale-coaching.com/upsc...

In this episode, Kirk and Brendan tackle a common struggle: "I don't have time to play with my kids or go on date nights with my wife..." Coach Brendan shares how a powerful realisation—"You only get 18 summers with your kids"—changed his approach to time management. Hear Brendan's personal journey on prioritising family time while running a successful business, and learn how you can do the same!...

In this episode of the Upscale Business Podcast, our Coaches Kirk and Luke discuss the critical aspects of hiring for business owners, particularly those in the trades. Need help growing your business? Book a free session with our Growth Specialist: ⁠upscale-coaching.com/schedule-podcast⁠ Watch insights and tips on YouTube: ⁠upscale-coaching.com/upscale-youtube⁠ Find out where your business stands...

In this episode of the Upscale Business Podcast, Kirk Neal and Mitch Van discuss the critical aspects of hiring for business owners, particularly those in the trades. ⁠ Need help growing your business? Book a free session with our Growth Specialist: ⁠upscale-coaching.com/schedule-podcast⁠ Watch insights and tips on YouTube: ⁠upscale-coaching.com/upscale-youtube⁠ Find out where your business stands...

The load on small business owners is heavy—and everyone carries it differently. August is Tradie National Health Month , so we’re resharing this powerful episode with Coach Em and Joel Anderson from Foremind —a platform dedicated to supporting mental health in the construction industry. Joel shares his journey from being a tradie, the bad habits he picked up on the tools, and how it all led him to...

In this episode of the Upscale podcast, Brandon Lewis and Kirk Neal discuss the critical aspects of hiring, focusing on identifying green and red flags in candidates. And hey, Gold Coast – we’re coming your way! ☀️ If you're in SE QLD and want to connect with other growth-focused tradie business owners, grab your seat at our next Live Event in Gold Coast, QLD . 📍 Thursday, 2nd of October at 6:00...

In this episode, Luke & Dave dive into a hot topic from our coaching sessions — the fears around hiring or bringing on a subcontractor. They break down the pros and cons, and share real-world insights to help you make confident decisions as you grow your business. 👉 Ready to scale? Book your FREE consultation with one of our Growth Specialists — it’s part of our Million Dollar Promise. Calend...

Our Head Coach Kirk sits down with Russell Green, founder of OTG Hydraulic Design , to chat all things business and his journey from the ground up. Sick of watching other business owners succeed while you’re stuck dreaming about it? You can do it too — believe us. We see it happen every day. ⁠Get started now⁠⁠⁠ Follow us ⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠ I ⁠ ⁠Facebook⁠⁠ I ⁠ ⁠LinkedIn⁠⁠ I ⁠ ⁠Website⁠⁠

Mitch & Erina are back on the tools — the coaching tools, that is. In this episode, they chat about: - Why Erina ended up on a boat with full-blown FOMO - What went down at our live event in Melbourne - And why now’s a bloody good time to check in on yourself They’ll also cover why it might be time for a business & life health check — and how a quick recalibration can set you up strong for...

Not sure where your money’s going in your business? You’ll want to tune into this episode: “3 Tech Efficiencies for Your Tradie Business.” Book a free strategy call with our team to learn how we can help you grow without the guesswork. ⁠ ⁠Book your call⁠⁠ Our coaches and founders, Erina and Mitch , finally sit down again to chat about one of the biggest money-wasters in trade businesses — tech sub...

How to Take Time Off Without Your Business Falling Apart In this episode, Accounting Coach Lucy and Head Coach Dave break down the real MVP of stress-free business ownership: SOPs (Standard Operating Procedures) . Do you want to know more about our Million Dollar Promise? DM us on Instagram or Book your Free Call: ⁠ ⁠Click here Yep — it might sound boring, but SOPs are the secret to actually stepp...

In this episode, we're kicking off Part 1 of our Business Health Check — designed to help you find the cracks in your business before they cause real damage. We’ve got the tools you need to scale your business, automate, hire, and delegate. ⁠ ⁠Book your call⁠⁠ with our team to talk strategy and learn more about our program. Join Head Coach & Co-Founder Mitch Van and special guest Brandon L...

Sick of the slow seasons? In this episode, we’re diving into the 5 P’s every tradie needs to keep the work rolling in — rain, hail, or holidays. We’ve got the tools you need to scale your business, automate, hire, and delegate. ⁠ ⁠Book your call⁠⁠ with our team to talk strategy and learn more about our program. From getting your pipeline pumping to building a team that actually delivers — we’re ta...

In this episode, Growth Specialists Jason, Daisy and Jack sit down to share real stories from daily chats with trade business owners. From burnout and overwhelm to turning things around — they’ve heard it all. We’ve got the tools you need to scale your business, automate, hire, and delegate. ⁠ ⁠ Book your call ⁠⁠ with our Growth Specialist Daisy or Jack to talk Strategy and start growing your trad...

In this episode, Coach Kirk sits down with Matty, Branch Manager at CNW Nerang, to chat all things wholesaling and customer relationships — straight from the frontline of the electrical game. Book a strategy call and learn more about our Growth Lab program: ⁠ ⁠  ⁠Book your call⁠⁠ ⁠ Whether you're a solo sparky or running a team, this one’s packed with real, relatable insights. Keen to grow you...

The new financial year is here — and it's the perfect time to hit pause and take a good, honest look at how your business really performed. In this episode, Coaches Mitch and Erina break down how to reflect on the wins, the stuff that didn’t go so well, and how to actually measure what matters. Book your call⁠⁠ to get more info about our Million Dollar profit promise. They’ll cover: What real...