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Whether you're a plumber, electrician, builder, motor mechanic, landscaper, tiler, glazier, painter, carpenter, concretor or any of the myriad of trades and contractors that keep the world running, this podcast has been produced with you in mind. Your hosts, Warrick 'Waz' Bidwell and Nicole 'Nic' Cox, were both born into tradie families and have first hand experience of the gut busting, money stress and pressures that trade businesses can place on their owners and their families! Nic and Waz strongly believe in the opportunity that exists for all tradie business owners to create a flexible, financially secure business for now and for their families' future. Waz and Nic interview guests on a range of topics such as marketing, finance, human resources, legal issues, mindset, motivation, physical and mental health, industry updates and more! They love a laugh and a good story so tune in for a unique look at how to 'get off the tools' and break the cycle of financial hardship and stress to create the trade business you really wanted!

Tradies In Business Warrick Bidwell and Nicole Cox

    • Business

Whether you're a plumber, electrician, builder, motor mechanic, landscaper, tiler, glazier, painter, carpenter, concretor or any of the myriad of trades and contractors that keep the world running, this podcast has been produced with you in mind. Your hosts, Warrick 'Waz' Bidwell and Nicole 'Nic' Cox, were both born into tradie families and have first hand experience of the gut busting, money stress and pressures that trade businesses can place on their owners and their families! Nic and Waz strongly believe in the opportunity that exists for all tradie business owners to create a flexible, financially secure business for now and for their families' future. Waz and Nic interview guests on a range of topics such as marketing, finance, human resources, legal issues, mindset, motivation, physical and mental health, industry updates and more! They love a laugh and a good story so tune in for a unique look at how to 'get off the tools' and break the cycle of financial hardship and stress to create the trade business you really wanted!

    TIB640 Real Tradie Stories - Liam and Samara from Trethowan Building

    TIB640 Real Tradie Stories - Liam and Samara from Trethowan Building

    Running a successful building business and maintaining a healthy personal life is possible and that's what Liam and Samara demonstrate in their business and family life. In this episode, Liam and Samara share the importance of communication and boundaries, both at home and at work, the immense value of personal time, and the courage to seek help in a male-dominated industry. We also get the inside on how they manage both work-related and relational tensions, the necessity of delegating tasks, and their belief in building a support network that extends beyond the workplace.
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    • 40 min
    TIB639 Real Tradie Stories - Scott Wrigley from ACT Certification

    TIB639 Real Tradie Stories - Scott Wrigley from ACT Certification

    Ever wondered what it takes to transition from being a builder to a building certifier and then a successful business owner? Tune in to Real Tradie Stories as Waz & Nic sit down with Scott Wrigley and chat about the importance of seeking outside feedback, embracing coaching, and the challenges faced by trade business owners. Scott shares insights on personal growth, the role of business coaching, and the need for continuous learning in the construction industry.

     

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    • 45 min
    TIB638 How To Avoid Legal Battles With Clients with Greg James from Built Environment Building Consultants

    TIB638 How To Avoid Legal Battles With Clients with Greg James from Built Environment Building Consultants

    The saying goes, never argue with an idiot because they'll drag you down to their level and beat you with experience. The same could be said about arguing with clients... or the licensing bodies! Today's guest is a former builder turned consultant who learned the hard way how important paperwork and awareness of your obligations are. This applies to all trades but especially those with longer contracts for construction or installation works. Get an industry veteran's insights into how to avoid legal battles.

     

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    • 40 min
    TIB637 F#ck It Friday - Sh*t Camping Experiences, Caravans and Stuff

    TIB637 F#ck It Friday - Sh*t Camping Experiences, Caravans and Stuff

    Waz loves camping. Nic... used to but now not so much! Find out why Nic's fallen out of love with her caravan and what's wrong with caravan parks. Waz tries his best to turn it all into a business lesson. Not sure he succeeds this time though!

     

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    • 12 min
    TIB636 Tid Bits - NO! How To Say No Without Saying No

    TIB636 Tid Bits - NO! How To Say No Without Saying No

    Saying no. It's a skill many of us wish we had but are either too scared to use or unsure how! In today's quickie episode, your hosts run through some simple, actionable tools you can use to say no when you know you should instead of saying yes when you know you shouldn't!

     

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    • 8 min
    TIB635 Free Trade Day Founder Ryan Wilson on The Truth About Electricians, Business Survival and Giving Back

    TIB635 Free Trade Day Founder Ryan Wilson on The Truth About Electricians, Business Survival and Giving Back

    We have another chat to Ryan Wilson who, back in 2017, founded 'Free Trade Day'. Free Trade Day is an initiative that helps those less fortunate with basic tradie services, free for a day! Ryan's also an electrician and business owner and since we last spoke here on the podcast, he's had some interesting lessons. We share them with you on this episode as well as take a look at his business and charity journey over the past few years. Oh, and Ryan sets us straight on the truth about electricians and the cars they prefer to drive!

     

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    • 41 min

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