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The #1 Business Podcast for Service and Trade-based business owners who want to take control of their lives and understand the Road Map towards financial Freedom through their business. Join Industry-leading Coaches Mitch Van and Erina Roch with world-class experts as we discuss all things business, Marketing, leadership, Growth and more. Get instant access to tools, tips, tricks and hacks that have helped to explode thousands of businesses just like yours.

  1. 3d ago

    Tiacs: What Every Tradie Needs to Know About Mental Health - Ep 337

    In this powerful episode of the UpScale Business Podcast, Erina and Mitch V sit down with Ash from TIACS to have an honest conversation about mental health in the trade and construction industry. TIACS, which stands for This Is A Conversation Starter, provides free mental health counselling for tradies, truckies, farmers and blue collar workers across Australia. Backed by the team behind TradeMutt, TIACS is helping break down the stigma around mental health with practical support that is free, confidential and built specifically for the blue collar industry. In this episode, the team dives into: • Why so many tradies struggle in silence • The pressure trade business owners carry at work and at home • Relationship stress, burnout and financial pressure in business • Why asking for help still feels difficult for many men • How TradeMutt started and the story behind the bright work shirts • Practical ways to support your mates, staff and family when something feels off • Why community and conversations matter in the construction industry • How TIACS counselling works and why so many tradies are using it This conversation is real, relatable and packed with important insights for anyone running a trade or construction business, leading a team or trying to manage the pressures that come with business and life. Follow the hosts on Instagram: @erinaroxx @mitchvan_ Learn more about TIACS: TIACS Official Website Need support? TIACS offers free counselling for tradies, truckies and blue collar workers across Australia. This year, the UpScale team are lacing up for the Gold Coast Marathon to raise funds for TIACS and support mental health in the trade industry. Support the fundraiser here: TIACS Gold Coast Marathon Fundraiser Need help growing your trade business? Follow us on Instagram for daily tips and strategies for tradies: @upscalebusinesscoaching Book a free session with our Growth Specialist: UpScale Coaching Watch more business insights on YouTube: UpScale YouTube Channel Take the Tradie Quiz and find out where your business stands: Tradie Business Quiz Hear real stories from tradies growing successful businesses: UpScale Success Stories Check out our 2026 live coaching events: UpScale Live Events 2026

    36 min

  2. 6d ago

    EOFY for Tradies: What to Do Before June 30 (And How to Stop Getting Hit With a Surprise Tax Bill) - Ep 336

    End of Financial Year for Trade Business Owners: What to Do, When to Do It, and How to Stop Getting Blindsided Download your Free ⁠EOFY Checklist⁠ for your Trade Business It's that time of year again. End of financial year has rolled around, and if it's snuck up on you, you're not alone. Need help growing your business?  Follow us on IG for daily Content for your Trade Business  @upscalebusinesscoaching 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 with our Tradie Quiz: ⁠https://upscale-coaching.com/application-podcast Hear from tradies who’ve done it, and learn what it really takes to grow a successful trade business. https://www.upscalecoaching.com.au/success-stories/ In this episode, Marc sits down with accountant and business advisor Erina (@erinaroxx) to answer the real questions trade business owners are asking right now. No jargon, no fluff — just practical advice you can actually use before June 30. They cover: What to do first if EOFY has caught you off guardWhy tax planning before June 30 matters (and why August is too late)What Payday Super actually means for you and your crew from 1 JulyHow to know if your accountant is doing enough for youA simple formula to stop getting hit with surprise tax bills every yearWhether you're a sparky, a plumber, or running a crew, this one is worth a listen on the way to your next job. Grab Erina's free EOFY checklist by sending her a DM on Instagram: @erinaroxx Also — big news from the UpScale team. This year we're lacing up for the Gold Coast Marathon to raise funds for TIACS, a charity providing free mental health support to tradies and blue collar workers. If you want to back us, every dollar counts: https://fundraise.tiacs.org/fundraisers/upscalegoldcoastmarathon2026 Want help growing your trade business? Follow us on Instagram for daily content: @upscalebusinesscoaching Book a free session with our Growth Specialist: https://upscale-coaching.com/schedule-podcast Watch tips and insights on YouTube: https://www.upscale-coaching.com/upscale-youtube Find out where your business stands with our Tradie Quiz: https://upscale-coaching.com/application-podcast Hear from tradies who've done it: https://www.upscalecoaching.com.au/success-stories/ Live Coaching Events 2026: https://www.upscale-coaching.com/upscale-live-events

    26 min

  3. May 27

    Stress Reset for Tradies - Ep 335

    Mitch (@mitchvan_) sits down with our new Head Coach Riley to talk about something every tradie and trade business owner knows too well, stress. Need help growing your business?  Follow us on IG for daily Content for your Trade Business  @upscalebusinesscoaching 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 with our Tradie Quiz: ⁠https://upscale-coaching.com/application-podcast Hear from tradies who’ve done it, and learn what it really takes to grow a successful trade business. https://www.upscalecoaching.com.au/success-stories/ But this isn't your typical "just breathe and meditate" conversation. Mitch and Riley get real about what stress actually is, why your body responds the way it does, and most importantly, how you can use it to your advantage instead of letting it run the show. If you've been feeling like the pressure of running a business is getting on top of you, this episode is going to hit home. In this episode you'll hear what stress actually means and why it shows up the way it does, practical ways to bring your nervous system back down when things get overwhelming, how to reframe stress so it becomes a tool for growth instead of a roadblock, and what separates the tradies who thrive under pressure from the ones who burn out. Riley brings a fresh perspective as our new Head Coach and this is a conversation worth hearing whether you're in the thick of a tough season or just want to get ahead of it. On top of all that, the Upscale team are lacing up their runners this year for the Gold Coast Marathon to raise funds for TIACS, a mental health support service built for tradies and their families. If you want to cheer them on or support the cause head to fundraise.tiacs.org/fundraisers/upscalegoldcoastmarathon2026

    32 min

  4. May 24

    Sydney & The UpScale Tour for Tradies 2026 - Ep 334

    Erina (@erinaroxx) and Geggsie sit down to talk about the Upscale Tradie Coaching Tour and how it's been unfolding across Australia this year. Next Live Coaching Events 2026: https://www.upscale-coaching.com/upscale-live-events Need help growing your business?  Follow us on IG for daily Content for your Trade Business  @upscalebusinesscoaching 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 with our Tradie Quiz: ⁠https://upscale-coaching.com/application-podcast Hear from tradies who’ve done it, and learn what it really takes to grow a successful trade business. https://www.upscalecoaching.com.au/success-stories/ Fresh off the Sydney stop, they share what tradies are actually saying, the feedback coming straight from the room, and what it's been like taking real hands-on coaching to trade business owners face to face. If you've ever wondered what it looks like when a room full of tradies gets honest about their business, this one's worth a listen. In this episode you'll hear about what the tour has looked like on the ground, the response from Sydney tradies, what's working and what business owners are struggling with most right now, and what's coming next on the tour. This year, the UpScale Team are lacing up for the Gold Coast Marathon to raise funds for: TIACS! https://fundraise.tiacs.org/fundraisers/upscalegoldcoastmarathon2026

    28 min

  5. May 20

    How One Tradie Landed a 700K Job and Doubled His Revenue - Ep 333

    What does it actually take to go from average job sizes to landing a project worth hundreds of thousands? Need help growing your business?  Follow us on IG for daily Content for your Trade Business  @upscalebusinesscoaching 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 with our Tradie Quiz: ⁠https://upscale-coaching.com/application-podcast Hear from tradies who’ve done it, and learn what it really takes to grow a successful trade business. https://www.upscalecoaching.com.au/success-stories/ Live Coaching Events 2026: https://www.upscale-coaching.com/upscale-live-events In this episode, we sit down with Tristan (https://ahrnselectrical.com.au/) , an electrical business owner who went from struggling with cash flow and low profit margins to scaling his business, increasing revenue, and successfully delivering a major project. This is a real behind the scenes look at what growth actually looks like in a trade business. We unpack how Tristan went from around 130K per month with little to no profit, to building a more stable and profitable operation. From learning his numbers properly to backing himself on bigger opportunities, this episode breaks down the exact steps that helped him level up. You will hear how understanding your pricing, planning your hires, and using the right tools can completely change the direction of your business. We also dive into the mindset shifts required to take on bigger jobs, build a stronger team, and push through the uncomfortable stages of growth. This is not just about landing one big job. It is about building a business that can handle growth, stay profitable, and keep moving forward even when things get tough. In this episode, we cover:• How Tristan scaled from smaller jobs to a 700K project• The importance of knowing your numbers and pricing properly• Why cash flow and planning matter more than revenue• How to build confidence to go after bigger opportunities• The systems and support that helped him grow sustainably Marathon for a cause This year, the UpScale Team are lacing up for the Gold Coast Marathon to raise funds for TIACS, supporting mental health for tradies and blue collar workers.Support the cause here: https://fundraise.tiacs.org/fundraisers/upscalegoldcoastmarathon2026 Connect with the hostsErina: https://www.instagram.com/erinaroxx/Mitch: https://www.instagram.com/mitchvan_/

    29 min

  6. May 17

    Why Most Tradies Are Undercharging (And Don’t Even Know It) - Ep 332

    If you’ve ever guessed your pricing, second guessed your margins, or just hoped there was enough left at the end of the job, this episode is for you. Free Tradie Pricing Calculator: https://upscale-coaching.com/pricing-calc-podcast-v2 Need help growing your business?  Follow us on IG for daily Content for your Trade Business  @upscalebusinesscoaching 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 with our Tradie Quiz: ⁠https://upscale-coaching.com/application-podcast Hear from tradies who’ve done it, and learn what it really takes to grow a successful trade business. https://www.upscalecoaching.com.au/success-stories/ Live Coaching Events 2026: https://www.upscale-coaching.com/upscale-live-events In this conversation, the Erina and Lucy break down how to actually understand your numbers so you can price with confidence and protect your profit. We dig into real examples, including how a simple change in fuel costs can impact your hourly breakeven and why knowing that number matters more than most tradies realise. You’ll hear how small adjustments to your hourly rate can make a big difference, why most trade business owners avoid increasing prices, and how to get past the mental block that holds you back. There’s also a practical look at tools like pricing calculators and back costing so you can see exactly what each job is really making you after all expenses are accounted for. If you want to stop undercharging and start running a more profitable business without the stress of guessing, this one’s worth a listen. In this episode, we cover:• How to calculate your true hourly breakeven• Why rising costs don’t need to wreck your margins• The real reason tradies avoid increasing prices• Simple ways to test and increase your rates with confidence• How back costing shows your true profit per job Marathon for a cause This year, the UpScale Team are lacing up for the Gold Coast Marathon to raise funds for TIACS, supporting mental health for tradies and blue collar workers.Support the cause here: https://fundraise.tiacs.org/fundraisers/upscalegoldcoastmarathon2026 Connect with the hostsErina: https://www.instagram.com/erinaroxx/Mitch: https://www.instagram.com/mitchvan_/ 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. ⁠Get started now⁠⁠⁠ Follow us for more trade business tips and success stories: ⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠ I⁠⁠ ⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠ I⁠⁠ ⁠LinkedIn⁠⁠⁠ I⁠⁠ ⁠Website⁠⁠⁠

    23 min

  7. May 13

    EOFY Checklist for Tradies: What to Do Before June 30 - Ep 331

    Running a trade business and not sure what to do before June 30? This episode breaks down exactly how to approach EOFY the right way, without the stress or last-minute panic. Download your Free EOFY Checklist for your Trade Business Need help growing your business?  Follow us on IG for daily Content for your Trade Business  @upscalebusinesscoaching 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 with our Tradie Quiz: ⁠https://upscale-coaching.com/application-podcast Hear from tradies who’ve done it, and learn what it really takes to grow a successful trade business. https://www.upscalecoaching.com.au/success-stories/ Live Coaching Events 2026: https://www.upscale-coaching.com/upscale-live-events In this episode of the UpScale Business Podcast, Larry and Tiarne dive into practical end of financial year strategies every tradie should know. From understanding your numbers early to making smarter decisions around tax, cash flow and business structure, this is a real-world guide to getting ahead before EOFY hits. They cover how to estimate your tax position, when to speak to your accountant, and the common mistakes tradies make by waiting too long. You’ll also learn simple ways to manage your profit, reduce tax where it makes sense, and avoid spending money just for the sake of it. The conversation also goes deeper into the bigger picture. It’s not just about paying less tax. It’s about balancing cash flow, planning for growth, and setting your business up for long-term success whether that’s scaling, buying a home, or eventually selling your business. If you’ve ever felt caught off guard by a tax bill or unsure how your business is really performing, this episode will help you take control and make smarter decisions moving forward. We also touch on the reality many tradies face during this time of year. Financial pressure, stress, and uncertainty are common, and it’s important to know support is out there. This year, the UpScale team are taking on the Gold Coast Marathon to raise funds for TIACS, a free mental health support service for blue-collar workers. If you or someone you know is doing it tough, you can learn more or support the cause here: https://fundraise.tiacs.org/fundraisers/upscalegoldcoastmarathon2026

    21 min

  8. May 10

    Sparky Story: What It Takes to Open a Second Location Without Burning Out - Ep 330

    What does it really take to grow a trade business while juggling family, expansion, and the pressure that comes with bigger opportunities? In this episode, we sit down with our client Casey from Ganzer Electrical in WA who’s right in the thick of it. From starting out in Albany to opening a second branch in Perth, he shares the real story behind growth, the challenges no one talks about, and the mindset shifts that made the biggest difference. Need help growing your business?  Follow us on IG for daily Content for your Trade Business  @upscalebusinesscoaching 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 with our Tradie Quiz: ⁠https://upscale-coaching.com/application-podcast Hear from tradies who’ve done it, and learn what it really takes to grow a successful trade business. https://www.upscalecoaching.com.au/success-stories/ Live Coaching Events 2026: https://www.upscale-coaching.com/upscale-live-events We get into the early doubts around coaching, learning not to judge too quickly, and how having the right guidance can completely change your perspective. There’s a raw look at what it’s like managing two locations, the long drives, the late nights, and the reality of short term sacrifice for long term gain. You’ll hear how systems, processes, and trusting your team become essential as you grow. Letting go isn’t easy, but it’s necessary if you want to move from doing everything yourself to actually running a business. There’s also a strong focus on communication, especially at home, and why keeping your partner in the loop can make or break both your business and your relationship. This episode is packed with honest insights on: Expanding into a new location and what to expectThe emotional rollercoaster of bigger jobs and bigger numbersBuilding a loyal team and strong cultureLetting go of control and trusting your peopleBalancing business growth with family lifeIf you’re a tradie thinking about growth, feeling stuck, or wondering if it’s all worth it, this one will hit close to home.

    23 min
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The #1 Business Podcast for Service and Trade-based business owners who want to take control of their lives and understand the Road Map towards financial Freedom through their business. Join Industry-leading Coaches Mitch Van and Erina Roch with world-class experts as we discuss all things business, Marketing, leadership, Growth and more. Get instant access to tools, tips, tricks and hacks that have helped to explode thousands of businesses just like yours.

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