The ToolShed Podcast
By Mick Hawes
The Toolshed podcast keeps you up to date with what's happening in the Building Industry. Keeping your finger on the pulse of changing trends, so you can take advantage of opportunities and avoid becoming a dinosaur!
Every episode we'll talk about how these trends affect you, and what steps you can take to stay ahead of the curve.
You'll learn how to use new technologies to make your business more efficient and effective, how to connect with other builders and architects, and how to make sure your projects are profitable.
Essential conversations with people who are committed to a better Building Industry for everyone involved.
Every episode we'll talk about how these trends affect you, and what steps you can take to stay ahead of the curve.
You'll learn how to use new technologies to make your business more efficient and effective, how to connect with other builders and architects, and how to make sure your projects are profitable.
Essential conversations with people who are committed to a better Building Industry for everyone involved.
Latest episode
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Why Builders Struggle with Systems (And How to Fix It)
Most builders know they need systems, but why do so many struggle to implement them? In this episode of The ToolShed Podcast, I sit down with James Hickey of JHC Consulting to uncover the biggest roadblocks that keep builders stuck—and the proven... -
This Will Change Construction Culture Forever!
The construction industry is undergoing a major cultural shift, and it’s time to talk about it. In this episode, Angela Hucker shares how bullying, harassment, and outdated workplace behaviors are being addressed and what builders can do to create... -
Why Builders Struggle to Hire
Hiring the right people can make or break your building business—but why is it so hard to find good talent? In this episode, I talk with Martin Preece from Building Environs, a specialist in construction recruitment, about the biggest mistakes... -
This SIMPLE Fix Could Save Your Building Business
Running a building business is tough, but community is the game-changer you need. In this episode, I chat with Colleen Sinclair from Building Connections about the power of networking to tackle stress, staffing, and business growth. Key Topics: ... -
Stop Wasting Time: How Video & AI Fix Repetitive Mistakes
Repetitive mistakes are draining time, energy, and profits from builders and trades businesses. In this episode of The ToolShed Podcast, I talk to Luke Canham from Multiply Me about how video training and AI-powered automation can transform how... -
How This Workwear is Changing Tradies’ Lives
Most tradies don’t realize their workwear is holding them back. Every day, thousands of builders and tradies wear gear that does nothing to support their energy, focus, or well-being—and it’s costing them more than they think. In this episode,... -
Mastering Pricing Strategies for Builders and Contractors
Tired of spending hours on quotes and still missing the mark? In this episode of The Toolshed, I chat with Jacob Campbell from Campbell’s Estimating Services about how smarter estimating and systems can save time, increase profits, and eliminate... -
The Ultimate Guide to Building a Winning Team
Tired of wasting time and money on the wrong hires? You’re not alone. In this no-nonsense episode of The Toolshed Podcast, Mick Hawes and hiring expert Fletcher Wimbush tackle the aggravating reality of bad hires and share the exact steps to... -
How to Save Hours on Site Management with This One Tool
Tired of drowning in paperwork, chasing defects, and managing site chaos? In this episode of The ToolShed Podcast, I chat with Matt Perrott, founder of BuildPass, to reveal how AI-powered tools are revolutionizing construction site management. Learn.… -
I Was Stuck… Until Hypnotherapy Changed Everything!
It’s not your business—it’s you. Feeling stuck in your business? In this episode of The ToolShed, I talk with hypnotherapy expert Karim Bokhtor about how subconscious patterns shape your decisions and results. Discover how the Bokhtor Method...
