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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How to Impress High-Value Clients Without Building an Expensive Office
Can you attract premium clients without an expensive office? Absolutely. In this ToolShed Podcast episode, Dan Bailey from Tradie HQ shares how tradies can create a professional image, build trust, and grow their business using shared spaces—without.… -
Why Most Builders Fail at Property Development (And How to Succeed)
Even experienced builders can lose big when they step into property development without the right strategy. In this episode, I sit down with Steve Chandler as we talk about the financial traps, mindset gaps, and planning mistakes that catch so many..… -
The Secret to Scaling Your Building Business
Most builders think scaling means more jobs, more blokes, more stress. But what if there was a better way? In this episode, I chat with Richard Armstrong from Procalc about a smarter growth strategy—scaling your profit margin, not your workload. We..… -
Is Builder Coaching Worth It? The Brutal Truth They’re Not Telling You
Builder coaching isn’t all systems and success stories—this is the real deal. In this honest conversation, builder Matthew Auld shares how he lost over $100K on a project, battled burnout, and nearly quit his business. We talk through the mindset... -
The Rise of Female Tradies in Australia
In this episode of The ToolShed Podcast, I spoke with Steph Apostolidis—better known as the Melbourne Chippy Chick—about her journey into the trades and how she’s reshaping the culture for women in construction across Australia. Steph shares the... -
Construction Software for Builders
I interviewed Nick Daffy from Styck Construction Software to discuss how builders can boost their business profits by streamlining project management and finances. We covered tools that prevent cost overruns, simplify subcontractor management, and... -
This ONE Change Will 10X Your Leads!
If you’re a builder or tradie struggling to get consistent, high-quality leads, you’re not alone—and you’re probably focusing on the wrong problem. In this episode of The ToolShed, I sit down with Matt Jones from The Site Shed to reveal the... -
Why Every Builder NEEDS a Tradie Accountant!
Cash flow problems, tax headaches, and surprise expenses—sound familiar? Most builders struggle with managing their finances, but the right accountant can literally save your business. In this episode of The ToolShed Podcast, I sit down with Bryn... -
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...
