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 host, Nicole 'Nic' Cox, was born into a tradie family and has first-hand experience of the gut-busting, money stress and pressures that trade businesses can place on their owners and their families! Nic strongly believes in the opportunity that exists for all tradie business owners to create a flexible, financially secure business for now and for their families' future. She interviews guests on a range of topics such as marketing, finance, human resources, legal issues, mindset, motivation, physical and mental health, industry updates and more! Nic loves 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!
Coxie's Asian noodle experience, arguing with clients and lack of ownership. The dynamic duo dive down the rabbit hole of extreme ownership, taking responsibility and why it seems so difficult for so many. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
It's one of the biggest downsides to owning and running a trade business. Money stress. It can cause a ripple effect through relationships, mental and physical health and the wider impacts on our communities. While it's talked about a lot, there's so much information available about improving cash flow and money issues that Waz and Nic decided to break it down into the three simplest ways they have seen make a difference for thousands of trade business owners around Australia and New Zealand. Se...
With so much to focus on in life and business, sometimes it's helpful to focus on your focus instead. Confused? Well, Waz and Nic might be too but they have some solid tips for refining your focus and reducing the overwhelm. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Sometimes you just have to throw your hands in the air and say "_____ it! I'm not doing that anymore!" So often, Waz and Nic have seen this actually improve things and create some space for a new perspective, a release of pressure or a shift in thinking. Maybe it's worth giving it a go yourself?! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Waz and Nic go on a bit of a ramble today. Well isn't that new! They talk neighbours leaving manure on your lawn. They also discuss emotional dam walls, removing people lobbing grenades and surrounding ourselves with people who can strengthen the wall against the cracks. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
With Victoria going 'back' into stage 4 restrictions thanks to Covid, Waz and Nic reboot the daily TradieRonaCast for 5 days a week at least. Today we take a look at what to do to avoid the merry-go-round woes and whether we're really back where we started. Perhaps it's more of a spiral, upwards we hope! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Let's face it... change is hard. Yet we're living in a world where change is happening every day whether we like it or not. Nic and Waz talk to a guest with a difference on today's episode and while he's very much from a blue collar background, as a biodynamic farmer, Charlie Arnott isn't your typical tradie! Charlie has transitioned from an old model of traditional 'extractive' farming practices to a regenerative agriculture model. This has meant some tough lessons and a need to let go of old w...
Not all feedback comes from a customer survey. In fact, some of the most useful feedback comes from simply listening to your customers and those around you, even if they don't realise it. Waz and Nic take a look (or a listen) to some ways companies fail big in this area and also let you in on some of their own listenings to you! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
B2B or business to business marketing and sales presents some unique challenges for trade business owners. How to get more of it, how to retain it and how to blend it with B2C work as well. Waz and Nic reckon it's pretty simple though and they share their insights into how to tap in to this potentially lucrative market. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
We're on a roll with a string of RTG episodes of late and this is a great chat as well. Oliver Fullerton is a man with a plan, but it wasn't always this way. He talks of the struggles to find an apprenticeship when he was leaving school, how he had to change tack and how that's now lead him to a trade business, helicopters AND a dog food company! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Andrew and Briohny from Accelerate Auto Electrics literally started out with Andrew as a sole operator, lying under cars on the side of the road with oil dripping on his head. Fast forward about 10 years and they now own and run a multi award-winning, 7 figure auto electrical business with almost 20 staff. Most recently, Andrew has signed a deal with a national product manufacturer involving more dollar signs and zeros and an even greater online presence. Andrew joins us on this episode and shar...
It's a recurring theme when it comes to making change in life and business. Whether you're trying to improve your cashflow, your calorie count or your clock watching, change can be hard! One of the biggest blocks though is avoidance and today, Waz and Nic take you through some ways to get your head out of the sand and into action. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
It's time for another Friday episode and today, your hosts wonder what's with the thing where we keep working with 'those' clients? We also share some simple ideas on how to say no, without actually saying no! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Quoting is a necessary part of running a successful trade business. Unfortunately, it can also be one of the most time consuming tasks! With a simple change, you could potentially save many hours quoting (and losing) work. You could also make a big difference to the quality of clients you end up with. Waz and Nic lay it out for you in this episode. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
What if you couldn't do the trade you were passionate about because of a medical condition? We chat to another real tradie guy about his journey through disappointment, learning to adapt and going on to create a 7 figure business despite his setbacks. Adrian also speaks candidly about how to shift your identity from 'tradie' to business owner and the things that helped him the most. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Many trade business owners are couples. In whatever shade or flavour that takes in 2020 it still remains a challenge for 2 people doing life together... to also do business together. Whether both 'in' the business or not, one of the sad parts of business stress is that it can drive couples apart. Waz and Nic delve into some super simple ways you can reconnect with your S.O. (significant other, in English) and get things back on track. It can be easier than you think! See omnystudio.com/listener ...
We get it, you're busy. You've got kids. A business. 7 cats. A migraine. We would too. Does that mean your reasons are enough to not change? To not attend? To not have a go? Only if you choose to allow them to be 'ok'. Waz and Nic share some tough love around making change and the excuses we tell ourselves. They also share some simple steps that can get you out of the story loops that keep you where you are in your trade business. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....
Waz and Nic are pumped about TIB90 but why? What is it? Why you should know and why you should be there! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Goals can often seem overwhelming and hard to achieve, making them tough to even set in the first place. Waz and Nic have a little trick to share that might help you avoid the fear of setting goals, by focusing on something totally different as a way to knock them over! They explain what it is, how it works and how you can apply it to your trade business. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Sometimes we need to let go of some things before we can pick up anything new. Improving a trade business is no different but how? How do we simply let go of the things that are holding us back? One of the simplest ways to do this is to have a plan and we show you how to do that in today's episode. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Hope is right at your feet. But can you actually pick it up? While many have lost hope in the past 3-6 months Waz and Nic delve into the why, how and what of restoring hope, picking yourself back up from wherever you are and finding the strength and meaning to strive again today. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
You've no doubt heard the adage that failing to plan is planning to fail. That's all fine but HOW do you plan for business success? While it sounds sounds simple enough, many people find it difficult or even impossible to come up with a plan that WORKS. Nic and Waz share some simple tips and have come up with a very simple way to ensure your next plan is a good one! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Nic and Waz take a look at sources of enquiry and the supposed holy grail of leads - word of mouth. It's almost a badge of honour to say your leads mostly come from referral or word of mouth. But could this be a risk to your business and what else should you know about this mystical source of new clients? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Ever been the victim of your own analysis paralysis? Sometimes we get into a thought loop about a decision, change or strategy and end up doing... nothing! Waz and Nic talk about how to get unstuck and get going. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
It feels great to blame someone (or something) else for your behaviour sometimes. While we don't advocate for victimhood in your trade business maybe you can blame the Rona for a change to your routines and stop working on a Monday? Or a Tuesday? Or a Wednesday?..... See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
There are some things you just shouldn't do on social media as a trade business owner. Nic gets a bit ranty in this episode where the duo shine the light on one of the biggest things you should avoid online. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
When you've worked in your trade for a while you get familiar with the right tools for the right job. They can mean the difference between a great job, on time... and a headache that takes forever to go away. It's the same when you're a business owner... there's tools to make life simpler, quicker and easier and some of them are free. Unlike The Builder's 7 wheelbarrows! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Wouldn't it be nice if there was a simple, one-size-fits-all solution to all your problems in business and life? There's plenty of silver bullets being sold by plenty of people and businesses... but do they really work? Nic and Waz dig into this topic and uncover some interesting perspectives. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
With the end of financial year in Australia drawing near we take a look at the how, why and when of planning. Some simple plans can mean the difference between a great outcome and pooping your pants... literally! Nic and Waz also unveil their upcoming event, TIB90 and what it's all about. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The telephone is a part of doing business and yet it can be the source of so much stress and anxiety when it rings! Missed calls, voicemails, interruptions and distraction all add to our stress as business owners with a phone. Nic and Waz delve into this ongoing problem for tradies in business and some tips on how to deal with it you may not have thought of. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
