👷♂️💡 Welcome to 2024 and a brand new season of The Tradie Show woohoo!) ... where Andy and Ange are set to ignite your year with a bang! Today they delve into a critical discussion: Are trade business owners on track to live the tradie dream in 2024? **In this episode:** Exposing Key Challenges: 🧐 Discover the internal and external factors that rocked trade businesses in 2023 and are set to shape 2024. No-Nonsense Talk: 💬 Andy and Ange break down the harsh truth about why many tradies are s...
Jan 07, 2024•25 min•Season 12Ep. 1
In today's episode we're digging into a game-changing practice that we do with all of our Lifestyle Tradie members to keep them on track and making sure they’re focusing on the right things to be consistently profitable. 🌟 **Why Reflecting is NOT Just WANKY, But Essential** Discover how the power of reflection can be a business owner's secret weapon. Andy confesses to his initial scepticism, but through impactful mentoring, he learned to eat his words and embrace the incredible benefits of look...
Dec 17, 2023•17 min•Season 11Ep. 10
Remember when you started your trade business, and branding was probably the last thing on your mind? 🙄 Well, guess what? Strong branding can significantly impact your business success. 🌟 Imagine this: Your customers' perception of your brand can make or break deals. 🤝 It affects whether you win the quote, get repeat business, and become the go-to recommendation. 💯 We've got a branding pro in the house – Rebecca Flint! 🌟 With over two decades of design and branding experience, including wor...
Dec 10, 2023•30 min•Season 11Ep. 9
Are you tirelessly toiling away in your trade business, feeling like your bank account doesn’t reflect the blood, sweat, and tears you’ve poured into your work? 🛠️💦 Tune in to our latest episode of 🛠️💰 *Tradie Profit Secrets* where Andy and Ange demystify the perplexing world of finances and reveal the critical difference between gross and net profit. 📈💡 In this must-listen episode, we dissect the typical end-of-financial-year scenario for tradies: the anticipation, the visit to the accoun...
Dec 03, 2023•25 min•Season 11Ep. 8
👉 Ready to revolutionise your trade business? In this episode, Andy and Ange unpack the game-changing power of social media videos, specifically REELS. 🎥 Special guest alert! Cassie Daniels, founder of Builds by Captive Media, joins the show to demystify why tradies are camera shy and how to overcome the mindset barriers. Spoiler alert: Creating reels is easier than you think! 🧠 Cassie unravels the benefits of reels— from engaging A-GRADE customers to attracting top-notch team members. Learn ...
Nov 26, 2023•37 min•Season 11Ep. 7
In this must-listen episode Ange and Andy delve deep into the essence of mindset and its colossal impact on the success of trade business owners. 🧠💼 As they dissect the daily challenges that bombard the modern tradie boss, from cash flow woes to dealing with the unpredictable, the conversation pivots to the crucial role mindset plays in navigating these hurdles. 🚧🔥 Andy, the seasoned tradie with a treasure trove of experiences, argues with fervour that the right mindset isn't about toxic pos...
Nov 19, 2023•21 min•Season 11Ep. 6
In this engaging episode of The Tradie Show, hosts Andy and Angela Smith sit down with the indomitable Nadine Champion—a true fighter inside and out. Nadine, an accomplished kickboxer, martial artist, author, and cancer survivor, shares the power of resilience and how ten seconds of courage can transform your life and your trade business. Dive deep with us as we explore the parallels between the grit of a champion fighter and the guts it takes to run a successful business. This isn't just about ...
Nov 12, 2023•28 min•Season 11Ep. 5
Are you a trade business owner swamped with tasks but your bank account tells a different story? Dive into this week's episode of The Tradie Show as Andy & Ange dissect WHY hard work isn't translating into hard cash! 🧐 In this eye-opening episode, you'll discover: 🔄 The vicious cycle of being CRAZY-BUSY and how it's crippling your progress! 🚫 The pitfalls of saying YES to every job and misunderstanding revenue for profit. 🤯 Why not all customers are created equal and how D-grade customer...
Nov 05, 2023•21 min•Season 11Ep. 4
The end-of-year rush is here, and as the days get longer and the sun hotter, Andy and Ange are diving deep into what it means for tradies during this hectic season. Tune in and discover: 🛠️ The importance of preparation and planning for the end of the year 🔥 Why this period can feel relentless for tradies and how to manage the chaos 🍩 The little motivational boosts that can keep your team's spirits high 🗓️ The unforeseen pitfalls of taking on too many jobs and the dangers of overcommitment �...
Oct 29, 2023•28 min•Season 11Ep. 3
In this captivating episode of The Tradie Show, join hosts Andy and Angela Smith as they sit down with Matt, the young dynamo behind Ferguson Landscape and Design in Melbourne. From almost quitting the trade game to building a million-dollar business, Matt's story is nothing short of inspirational. In this episode, you'll discover: 🛠️ Matt's rocky start: Juggling his new business at the onset of COVID and why he almost Googled "how to cancel an ABN". 🚀 His incredible transformation from a $440...
Oct 22, 2023•30 min•Season 11Ep. 2
Is the classic toolbox meeting just a waste of time and resources? Or is it the secret weapon for productivity in your trade business? In this episode, Andy & Ange delve deep into the PROs and CONs of regular toolbox meetings and how to strike a balance between casual chats and crucial business updates. 🔍 **Inside this episode:** The pressing question: Are toolbox meetings a waste of time or a productivity goldmine? The controversial view: Why some trade businesses have ditched the toolbox ...
Oct 15, 2023•27 min•Season 11Ep. 1
More downtime, less stress, increased productivity. Sounds like a dream to most under-the-pump trade business owners... What’s the secret, you ask? Could it be one of the 4 day business models that is becoming more and more popular around the world? That’s what we’ll be discussing in this week’s episode of The Tradie Show. Today, you’ll meet Rachael Evans, a world-leading visionary, thought-leader, business pioneer, speaker, author and advisor. She’s the CEO and Founder of 4 Days For All and is ...
Sep 24, 2023•42 min•Season 10Ep. 10
WOW! .. I can’t believe we’re on the downhill run to Christmas! It’s that time of year when many trade business owners pressure themselves to finish the year on a strong note, for the inevitable slow down over the holiday season. If that sounds like you, listen along as we teach you the secret sauce to converting more prospects into PAYING customers. Many of us get caught up in the day-to-day and sometimes miss obvious opportunities to convert customers OR teams may not be using your upsell stra...
Sep 17, 2023•19 min•Season 10Ep. 9
Most business owners feel like there’s not enough hours in the day. We’re always switching from one thing to the next, and not being entirely INTENTIONAL when we switch. It feels like you have too many problems to solve and not enough time. That’s why, in today’s episode we want to introduce you to “The 80/20 Principle”. Being ‘busy’ doesn’t always mean you’re being productive and we certainly don’t want to be busy for busy-sake! It’s IMPOSSIBLE to handle every task that gets thrown our way — an...
Sep 10, 2023•20 min•Season 10Ep. 8
This is an eye-opening episode about leadership, staying motivated and bad bosses. According to latest research 70% of bosses are UNAPPROACHABLE. Woah! Are you one of those bosses? That’s what we’re going to discuss today. Our special guest, Tony Wilson who is the founder of Performance Lab is going to share his unique thoughts on how you can be a better leader and high performer in the workplace. Tony has spent more than 10 years working with elite athletes and sporting teams around Australia a...
Sep 03, 2023•30 min•Season 10Ep. 7
The marketing world moves at the speed of light and in today’s episode we dive into some simple yet powerful ideas trade business owners can adopt in 2023/2024. Many trade business owners think to spend money on marketing means to pay thousands a week on Google ads or SEO to attract new customers, but if you are just starting out, there are plenty of others marketing tactics that you can implement that are either low cost or no cost. At Lifestyle Tradie we teach a marketing formula called the AC...
Aug 27, 2023•21 min•Season 10Ep. 6
A cultural shift has seen job seekers wanting more than just a job. Employees want a sense of purpose, meaning in their work and a company whose values align with their own. In this week’s episode of The Tradie Show, Andy and Angela invite Founder and CEO of Business Blueprint , Dale Beaumont, into the studio to discuss the art of crafting and building the workplace culture you want. Dale is an entrepreneur, business growth expert and the author of 19 best-selling books. He brings his expertise ...
Aug 20, 2023•33 min•Season 10Ep. 5
In this week’s episode of The Tradie Show, Andy and Angela are going to unpack how you can convert price-conscious customers without under-pricing OR overpricing your services. Your pricing strategy today needs to CONSIDER the current economic climate while also allowing you to stay competitive enough to retain and attract customers. And of course, be PROFITABLE. CONNECT WITH US: Have you noticed times are changing? Are you feeling the pinch in your trade business? Join us at Lifestyle Tradie Li...
Aug 13, 2023•20 min•Season 10Ep. 4
What would a 4-day work week mean to you? Trade businesses have operated between 7am and 3.30pm, Monday to Friday, often with weekend or emergency work, for as long as we can remember.. Just because it’s the way things have always been done doesn’t mean we can’t question how we could re-shape the traditional trade business work week, by offering a better work-life balance. Our members Tom and Jamie Dale from Dale Plumbing implemented a 4.5 day work week 18 months ago. Find out what a typical wee...
Aug 06, 2023•31 min•Season 10Ep. 3
In this week’s episode of The Tradie Show, Andy and Angela take you through productivity software that trade business owners can implement to improve their productivity. If you’re still invoicing after a job and chasing payments up via email, then you’re going to love this episode. Find out how productivity software can reduce your admin load by over 20 hours a week minimum! It not just about having a productivity software system that’s going to be beneficial to your business, it’s implementing ...
Jul 30, 2023•19 min•Season 10Ep. 2
When you first started your trade business you probably took on any customer… now that your business is established it’s important to consider your customer avatar. In this week’s episode of The Tradie Show, Andy and Angela take you through what a customer avatar is, it’s importance and how to rank your customers. Don’t forget to register to Lifestyle Tradie Live, our FREE live event for trade business owners, coming to a capital city near you. Head to www.lifestyletradie.com.au/events to regist...
Jul 23, 2023•17 min•Season 10Ep. 1
Did you start out in your partner’s trade business because he couldn’t manage the overwhelming administrative workload, then quit your career to go all in? The trouble is, you’re winging it — and it isn’t working, is it? Women in trade businesses everywhere share a similar story. That’s why Angela Smith, who you’ll know from Lifestyle Tradie and is the co-author of Start Up, Scale Up, Sell Up ., has made it her mission to help you create a true partnership at home and in your trade business. CON...
Jul 06, 2023•29 min•Season 9Ep. 14
Did you start out in your partner’s trade business because he couldn’t manage the overwhelming administrative workload, then quit your career to go all in? The trouble is, you’re winging it — and it isn’t working, is it? Women in trade businesses everywhere share a similar story. That’s why Angela Smith, who you’ll know from Lifestyle Tradie and is the co-author of Start Up, Scale Up, Sell Up ., has made it her mission to help you create a true partnership at home and in your trade business. CON...
Jul 04, 2023•41 min•Season 9Ep. 13
Did you start out in your partner’s trade business because he couldn’t manage the overwhelming administrative workload, then quit your career to go all in? The trouble is, you’re winging it — and it isn’t working, is it? Women in trade businesses everywhere share a similar story. That’s why Angela Smith, who you’ll know from Lifestyle Tradie and is the co-author of Start Up, Scale Up, Sell Up ., has made it her mission to help you create a true partnership at home and in your trade business. CON...
Jun 28, 2023•37 min•Season 9Ep. 12
Are you a tradie wife ? If you’ve previously come from a different role and are now working in ‘your husband’s business’, then you will relate to this! Angela knows first-hand the trials and tribulations of a husband-and-wife duo working in a trade business. Tackle change in bite sized topics, personal stories and relatable lived experiences that will have you nodding your head. For more information and to find Angela's book, click HERE . CONNECT WITH US: Book in a free Strategy Session with And...
Jun 25, 2023•17 min•Season 9Ep. 11
This is the MOST compelling story Andy has ever heard... The incredible Kath Koschel has faced almost unimaginable hurdles. She joins Andy and Ange on The Tradie Show where she shares HOW she’s chosen to respond to these hurdles. Kath’s story speaks to the power of kindness. You’ll find this episode utterly empowering... because everyone has their own hurdles. Kath’s written a fabulous book titled, Kindness: What surviving on the kindness of strangers taught me about perspective, connection and ...
Jun 18, 2023•50 min•Season 9Ep. 10
Do you still use a paper diary? Is your phone calendar your go-to? Still invoicing manually? This week on the Tradie Show, Andy and Ange go SERIOUSLY BACK TO BASICS! You’ll hear about the technology you should be using in the day-to-day operations of your trade business, specifically your team on the road or in the field. Are you using tech to its full potential through the flow of every job? Earn more, get paid faster with the RIGHT tech. CONNECT WITH US: Book in a free Strategy Session with An...
Jun 11, 2023•22 min•Season 9Ep. 9
So, Andy ran a marathon. Yep, that’s a race which covers 42.2 kilometres ... a LONG WAY! In this week’s episode of The Tradie Show, you’ll hear about all the sweat (and tears) that went into Andy completing the event, from all the training to race day. Will Andy ever run a marathon again? Plus, the four lessons from sport we can ALL apply to life and business. EOFY DEAL Book a FREE strategy session before June 30 and receive $1,200 off your yearly membership. Click HERE ....
Jun 04, 2023•28 min•Season 9Ep. 8
This week on The Tradie Show, we’re talking TAX. Andy and Angela speak with Magdaleen Kelly, who is a Certified Practicing Account, BAS agent and Xero consultant from Aqua Vantage, to take the panic out of this important time for trade business owners. It’s not your usual BORING tax conversation, promise! Instead, you’ll hear about what you need to be aware of THIS financial year, some of the mistakes Magdaleen sees time and again, and how the heck to make it easier get your tax sorted — once an...
May 28, 2023•31 min•Season 9Ep. 7
There’s a new generation of people transforming the way we work. Who are they? They’re Generation Z, or Gen Z for short! These zoomers are the largest generation ever. They comprise around 20% of Australia's population and almost 30% of the world's population. The older generations are united in struggling to understand Gen Z in the workplace. The purpose of today’s episode of The Tradie Show is to PREPARE you to lead this curious demographic cohort, who are born between 1997 and 2012. In this c...
May 21, 2023•15 min•Season 9Ep. 6
