The ToolShed
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 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... -
How Women Are Transforming the Construction Industry
Women in trades face significant challenges—lack of hygiene facilities, unequal treatment, and being overlooked in a male-dominated industry. Why are these basic issues still unresolved? In this episode of The ToolShed, I sat down with Logan and... -
Boost Energy and Beat Burnout
"Burnout doesn’t announce itself—it sneaks in quietly and takes a toll on your body, mind, and business.” In this episode of The ToolShed Podcast, we dive into the all-too-common challenges of burnout, stress, and exhaustion that builders and... -
Boost Your Building Business with CRM
Overwhelmed by constant admin and missed follow-ups? Let’s fix that. In this episode, I sat with CRM expert Elena Korolkova from Kik Consulting to tackle the top frustrations builders face: scattered project details, endless client questions, and... -
Building Together: Work & Life
"Running a business together can either build you up or break you down—it's all in how you handle it." - Verity Hare Feeling the strain of balancing family and business? Mick sits down with Verity Hare, founder of Tradie Wives, who turned her... -
Redefining Men’s Mental Health
"Eight men take their lives every day in Australia. It’s time to break the silence." Many men in high-stress fields like construction are silently battling mental health struggles, feeling the pressure to "tough it out." In this episode of The... -
Can Virtual Assistants Transform Your Business?
"Your biggest bottleneck is you. Let a VA take tasks off your plate so you can focus on growth." Overwhelmed by tasks? In this episode of The Toolshed, Mick Hawes talks with Devang Parikh from 24-7 Direct about how Virtual Assistants (VAs) can help..… -
How Can Builders Stop Losing Profit?
Are you constantly finishing projects only to find out you’ve lost money? Builders often struggle with tracking costs mid-project, leading to profit loss and financial stress. In this episode of The ToolShed, Liam Cook, co-founder of JackApp, shares.… -
Video Marketing Made Easy
"You don’t need fancy equipment. Start simple, be authentic, and the results will come." – Gideon In this episode of The Toolshed, I chat with video expert Gideon about simplifying video marketing for builders. They discuss avoiding common...
