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The Tradie Show

Lifestyle Tradie Group Pty Ltd - Business Podcast For Tradies Wanting To Scale Their Trade Business, Contractors and Construction

The Tradie Show is the podcast for tradies who are stuck working ‘IN’ the business instead of working ‘ON’ it. We know you’ve got big goals, but right now you probably feel like a slave to your own creation.

TAFE taught you to be a great tradie, but not a great business owner. It’s lonely, stressful and not your fault. We get it, we’ve been there too, deep in the trenches (literally) growing a plumbing business in Sydney. Life looked great on the outside, but behind the scenes, we were stressed out of our eyeballs.

As a result we almost lost everything ... we almost lost our business, our home and our marriage, but thankfully we came out the other side with a thriving business, completely off the tools and only working 2 hours p/week. How? Well, that's what we share here on The Tradie Show.

Following our success, we vowed to help other tradies, so you don’t have to go through what we did. We didn’t have any guidance and even when we tried to hire a coach, he knew nothing about the trade industry, so we ended up coaching him.

That experience inspired us to set up our amazing community and coaching program, Lifestyle Tradie to share the advice we wish we had about what it really takes to build a successful trade business and live the lifestyle you deserve.

And now The Tradie Show is an extension of that community.

So, if you’re a plumber, electrician, painter, landscaper, carpenter, builder, bricklayer, concretor, contractor, gardener, window washer, aborist, tiler, metal fabricator, roofer, glazier, handyman services, HVAC, solar installation services or any other trade business or trade service, then tune into The Tradie Show for no-fluff advice, fun banter and inspiring interviews to help you get results. BIG RESULTS!

Want to fast-track your results?

Book in a success session with Andy: https://www.lifestyletradie.com.au/

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S19 · E6
September 28 · 22 min
3 Small Mistakes Costing You 30% Profit
In this episode, Andy and Angela Smith break down three seemingly harmless daily decisions that quietly eat away at your gross profit - and why fixing them is faster (and cheaper) than chasing more revenue. Key takeaways: A 10% discount on a 30% margin job wipes out a third of your profit, not 10% Labour leaks - overtime, poor scheduling, callbacks, and waiting for materials are profit killers hiding in plain sight Saying yes to the wrong work (or losing the right work through slow quotes and no follow-up) fills your calendar while draining your bottom line Adding revenue to a leaky business just gives you more work, more stress, and the same amount of money at the end Before chasing more leads, audit the last 20 jobs: what got discounted, what ran over, and where the margin actually went Ready to stop the leaks? If this episode made you realise your business is losing profit on jobs you're already winning, then it's time to plug the gaps. Book a free Gameplan Call with Andy where he'll look at your current situation, uncover the #1 bottleneck holding you back, and build a 3-step action plan to get you results fast. Book your free call here: Gameplan Call — LifestyleTradie Follow Lifestyle Tradie: 📸 Instagram 📘 Facebook Support the show
S19 · E5
September 14 · 25 min
The Real Reason Good Tradies Quit
Why do great tradies leave, even when you’re paying them well? Most trade business owners assume it’s money, the labour market or a better offer somewhere else. But often, a good tradie has mentally checked out months before they actually hand in their resignation. In this episode of The Tradie Show, Andy and Angela unpack the business problems that quietly wear great employees down and what you can do to make the good ones stick. You’ll learn: Why daily chaos and poor systems frustrate your best tradies faster than hard work ever will. How your stress, communication and leadership style shape what it actually feels like to work in your business. Why great tradies need clarity, recognition, development and a future they can see themselves being part of. How becoming the owner bottleneck can train capable people to stop making decisions and taking ownership. Why systems create clarity and autonomy, allowing your team to step up without everything constantly coming back to you. If this episode made you realise your staffing problem might actually be a business problem, it’s time to fix what’s happening behind the scenes. At Stress Free Tradie, Andy and Angela will show you how to build a better trade business with stronger systems, clearer numbers, a more reliable team and less day-to-day chaos sitting on your shoulders. Come along and see for yourself. Get your tickets here: https://event.lifestyletradie.com.au/ Follow Lifestyle Tradie: 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/LifestyleTradie/ 📘 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LifestyleTradie/ Support the show
S19 · E4
August 31 · 29 min
How One Award Changed This Plumbing Business
What does it really take to build an award-winning trade business? In this episode of The Tradie Show, Andy and Angela sit down with Michael Swan from Swan’s Professional Plumbing in Perth, Western Australia, after his win in the Plumbing category at the Australian Small Business Champion Awards. But this isn’t just a conversation about the trophy. Michael shares the real story behind the win, from taking over the family business as a one-man band, to building a team, putting systems in place, learning his numbers, backing himself, and creating a business that gives him more time with his family. Inside this episode: Why award-winning businesses are built through small decisions repeated consistently, not one lucky moment. How Michael used systems like flow of a job, option sheets and plumbing health checks to create consistency across his team. Why getting off the tools starts with building the business to run without you being needed every five minutes. How a clear life plan helped Michael and Gemma work towards real family goals, including building their dream home in Mandurah. Why awards, credibility, reviews and visibility matter more than ever in a world where customers are searching differently. If this episode made you realise your business is capable of more, then it is time to stop winging it and start building it properly. At Stress Free Tradie, Andy and Angela will show you how to build a better trade business with stronger systems, clearer numbers, a more reliable team and less day-to-day chaos on your shoulders. Come along and see for yourself. Get your tickets here: https://event.lifestyletradie.com.au/ Follow Lifestyle Tradie: 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/LifestyleTradie/ 📘 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LifestyleTradie/ Support the show
S19 · E3
August 17 · 24 min
Why AI Isn't Recommending your Trade Business
Homeowners are changing the way they search for tradies. They’re not just Googling “builder near me” or asking the neighbour over the fence anymore. They’re asking AI who they should trust. And if AI can’t clearly verify your trade business, you may not make the shortlist, even if you’re better than the competitor who does. In this episode of The Tradie Show, Andy and Angela unpack why AI is changing the customer buying decision process, what it now counts as “proof”, and how trade business owners can check whether they’re actually being seen. Key takeaways from this episode: AI is not just changing where customers search. It is changing what counts as proof. Your trade business needs clear online signals, including service pages, reviews, suburbs, licence details, photos, your Google Business Profile and consistent business details. Vague service pages, weak location proof and generic reviews can make it harder for AI to understand and recommend you. The simple AI visibility check: ask what a customer would ask, see if your business appears, ask what AI can verify, then compare yourself with a competitor. The fix starts with three things: clean up your business details, improve your top service pages, and capture better reviews and project proof. If this episode made you realise your business isn’t as clear, consistent or easy to trust as it needs to be, then it is time to step back and fix the business behind the marketing. At Stress Free Tradie, Andy and Angela will show you how to build a better trade business with stronger systems, clearer numbers, a more reliable team and less day-to-day chaos on your shoulders. Come along and see for yourself. Get your tickets here: https://event.lifestyletradie.com.au/ Follow Lifestyle Tradie: 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/LifestyleTradie/ 📘 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LifestyleTradie/ Support the show
S19 · E2
August 3 · 24 min
What The World Cup Exposes About Your Trade Business
The World Cup might be over, but there are some serious business lessons still sitting on the field. In this episode of The Tradie Show, Andy and Angela unpack what one of the biggest sporting events in the world can teach trade business owners about building a business that performs under pressure. Because no team wins the World Cup by accident. And no trade business becomes profitable, systemised and scalable by accident either. You’ll learn: Why growth exposes weak systems, and why you need to fix the foundations before chasing more jobs, more staff or more vans. Why one “gun tradie” will not save a broken business, and how role clarity, training and accountability turn staff into a real team. Why being busy is not the same as winning, and which numbers actually tell you if your business is healthy. Why the best business owners adjust quickly when jobs blow out, callbacks increase or the team keeps hitting the same problems. How small mistakes like late invoices, poor handovers, underquoting and missed follow-ups quietly leak profit from your business. If this episode made you realise your business is relying too heavily on you, then it is time to get back in control. At Stress Free Tradie, Andy and Angela will show you how to build a better trade business with stronger systems, clearer numbers, a more reliable team and less day-to-day chaos on your shoulders. Come along and see for yourself. Get your tickets here: https://event.lifestyletradie.com.au/ Follow Lifestyle Tradie on Instagram Follow Lifestyle Tradie on Facebook Support the show
S19 · E1
July 20 · 24 min
End of Financial Year: Why You're Still Stuck
Another financial year is done. But before you roll straight into the next one, it’s worth asking a blunt question: Is your business actually giving you what you want? In this episode, Andy and Angela unpack why so many trade business owners stay stuck in the same cycle year after year; busy, stressed, saying yes to everything, but not necessarily making better profit or creating a better life. They walk through a practical EOFY reset process to help you review the last 12 months, identify the work and customers worth pursuing, set meaningful financial targets, and build a clearer plan for the year ahead. You’ll learn: Why being busy is not the same as building a profitable, sustainable business How to identify the jobs, customers and market segments creating the best results Why profit targets should come before turnover targets How to reverse engineer revenue using jobs, leads, quotes and average dollar sale How clear targets help your team make better decisions and stop the business drifting You’ll also hear practical advice on attracting more A- and B-grade customers, improving pricing and quoting, tightening systems, and making sure your next financial year looks genuinely different from the last. Download our End of Financial Year Business Reset Guide here: https://www.lifestyletradie.com.au/eofy-business-reset-guide/ Want Lifestyle Tradie to look at your business? Book a free GamePlan call and we'll give you tailored advice ... and provide you with clarity and direction to smash out what you need to do right now to help you create the lifestyle and freedom you deserve. Details here. Follow Lifestyle Tradie on Instagram Follow Lifestyle Tradie on Facebook Support the show
S18 · E13
June 22 · 14 min
One Sentence Could Change Your Trade Business
Running a trade business has a funny way of teaching you lessons, usually when things are messy, stressful, or not going to plan. In this episode of The Tradie Show, Andy and Angela share some of the best pieces of advice from guests and members of the Lifestyle Tradie community. Real trade business owners. Real lessons. Real wisdom from people who’ve made mistakes, figured things out, and passed on the advice that actually stuck. You’ll hear practical reminders about knowing your numbers, backing yourself, making faster decisions, focusing on what you can control, and not waiting for perfect before you start. Some of our favourite pieces of advice from the episode: Work on yourself first because your business improves when you do. Know your numbers so you can make clearer, smarter decisions. Stop waiting for the perfect moment and take action before you feel fully ready. Focus on what you can control instead of letting every problem become a drama. Become the expert in your field instead of trying to be everything to everyone. Want Lifestyle Tradie to look at your business? Book a free GamePlan call and we'll give you tailored advice ... and provide you with clarity and direction to smash out what you need to do right now to help you create the lifestyle and freedom you deserve. Details here: https://www.lifestyletradie.com.au/gameplan-call Lifestyle Tradie's Instagram Lifestyle Tradie's Facebook Support the show
S18 · E12
June 8 · 44 min
Building a Business Worth Passing On with Revive Timber & Decking
What would you do differently in your business if you knew your kids were going to inherit it? For Michelle, Jono and Sophie from Revive Timber & Decking in Queensland, that question became very real. After years in business, they were busy, working hard, and getting the jobs done. But behind the scenes, the business lacked structure, systems, clear numbers, and direction. Then Sophie stepped into the business, and suddenly it wasn't just about getting through the week anymore. It was about building something with a future. In this episode, Andy and Angela chat with the family behind Revive Your Timber to unpack what changed in just 8 months of focused implementation, coaching, and commitment. You'll hear how they transformed communication, improved cashflow, created better systems, delegated responsibility, and started building a business that could one day be handed to the next generation. Key takeaways from this episode: • Why bringing the next generation into the business forced them to rethink everything they were doing • How mapping their Flow of a Job created clarity, improved communication, and reduced daily chaos • The simple changes that helped them stay booked 4–6 weeks ahead and eliminate the post-Christmas panic • Why tracking time, understanding profitability, and knowing your numbers changes the way you make business decisions • How better systems and delegation gave the family more confidence, ownership, and control This episode is proof that you don't need years to change your business. You need the right focus, the right guidance, and the willingness to implement. Want Lifestyle Tradie to look at your business? Book a free GamePlan Call and we'll give you tailored advice, clarity, and direction to smash out what you need to do right now to help you create the lifestyle and freedom you deserve. 👉 https://www.lifestyletradie.com.au/gameplan-call Follow Lifestyle Tradie: 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/LifestyleTradie/ 📘 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LifestyleTradie/ Support the show
S18 · E11
May 25 · 18 min
STOP Checking Your Bank Account Like This
Ever looked at your bank account and thought, “Hang on… we’re making money… so where the hell is it?” In this episode, Andy and Ange unpack one of the biggest financial misunderstandings in trade business — the difference between profit and cash flow. Because being busy doesn’t always mean you’re financially healthy… and relying on your bank balance alone can send you on a complete emotional rollercoaster. If you’ve ever felt flat out but still stressed about money, this episode is for you. In this episode: Why profit and cash flow are NOT the same thing The real reason your bank balance feels out of sync How GST, wages, tax, and supplier bills distort your cash position Why tradies make bad business decisions based on “money in the bank” The simple cash flow questions every business owner should ask weekly Practical ways to take back control of your money and stop guessing Want Lifestyle Tradie to look at your business? Book a free GamePlan call and we'll give you tailored advice ... and provide you with clarity and direction to smash out what you need to do right now to help you create the lifestyle and freedom you deserve. Details here: https://www.lifestyletradie.com.au/gameplan-call Lifestyle Tradie's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/LifestyleTradie/ Lifestyle Tradie's Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LifestyleTradie/ Support the show
S18 · E10
May 11 · 41 min
Military Leadership Lessons Every Tradie Needs with Daimien Patterson
Most tradies think they’ve got a staff problem… but according to former Army officer and business leader Daimien Patterson, the real issue is leadership. In this powerful no-BS episode of The Tradie Show, Daimien shares the brutal truths about leadership, accountability, systems, and building a business that doesn’t rely on you for everything. From lessons learned at Duntroon and deployments overseas, to scaling businesses with teams of 100+ people, this episode is packed with practical advice every trade business owner needs to hear. In this episode, we cover: Why most tradies are stuck working in the business instead of leading it The military leadership lessons that apply directly to trade businesses Why underperforming staff are costing you more than you think How to build systems and “yellow brick road” processes that scale The difference between being the boss vs being a leader people want to follow The mindset shift needed to create more profit, freedom, and less chaos This episode is direct, practical, and guaranteed to challenge the way you think about leadership inside your business. Want Lifestyle Tradie to look at your business? Book a free GamePlan call and we'll give you tailored advice ... and provide you with clarity and direction to smash out what you need to do right now to help you create the lifestyle and freedom you deserve. Details here: https://www.lifestyletradie.com.au/gameplan-call Lifestyle Tradie's Instagram Lifestyle Tradie's Facebook Support the show
S18 · E9
April 27 · 20 min
The Easiest Jobs You’ll Ever Win (And Why You’re Missing Them)
You don’t need more leads. You need to get more out of the jobs you’re already winning. In this final episode of the 3-part series, Andy and Angela break down what they call The Profit Multiplier, how to turn one job into more work, more referrals, and more profit… without chasing more leads or working longer hours. Because here’s the truth… Most tradies are sitting on a goldmine of opportunity, they’re just not using it. 🔑 In this episode, you’ll learn: Why treating jobs as one-off transactions is holding your business back The 4 key opportunities inside every job (before, during, after, and long after) How to generate more work before you even arrive on site Simple ways to increase job value while you’re already on site Why the moment after the job is finished is your biggest missed opportunity How to ask for referrals without feeling awkward Why staying in touch creates long-term repeat work The mindset shift from chasing leads → creating leverage How small tweaks in your process can dramatically increase profit You don’t have a lead problem. You have a leverage problem. The easiest work you’ll ever win… is from customers who already trust you. This is the final part of our 3-part series: 1️⃣ Attract the right work 2️⃣ Win that work 3️⃣ Multiply the value of every job When you get all three working together… That’s when your business really starts to change. 🚀 Want help putting this into action? Come along to Stress Free Tradie if you want help with this stuff. 👉 https://event.lifestyletradie.com.au/ Lifestyle Tradie's Instagram Lifestyle Tradie's Facebook Support the show
S18 · E8
April 13 · 19 min
Why You’re Losing Jobs at the Quote Stage (And It’s Not Your Price)
Most tradies assume they lose jobs because they were too expensive. But in reality, that’s not usually the problem. In Part 2 of this 3-part series, Andy and Angela unpack what’s really going on when a customer says no at the quote stage. This episode dives into the psychology behind buying decisions, why trust is built before the quote is ever sent, and how the way you show up on site can make or break the sale. If you’re attracting the right jobs but still not winning enough of them, this episode will challenge the way you think about quoting, follow-up, and what customers are really looking for. In this episode, we cover: Why “we were too expensive” is often the wrong conclusion How customers decide if they trust you before they even read the quote The difference between a quote that confirms trust and one that kills it Why customers are really judging risk, not just price How vague communication on site creates doubt The hidden danger of quotes that look like everyone else’s Why follow-up is not chasing, it’s leadership How small 1% improvements can dramatically lift your conversion rate The simple mindset shift that makes it easier for customers to say yes Key takeaway: You don’t win the job when the quote lands in their inbox. You start winning it when you show up on site, speak with clarity, and reduce risk in the customer’s mind. The quote simply backs up that decision. This is Part 2 of our 3-part series: Part 1: Attract the right work Part 2: Convert that work into jobs Part 3: Multiply the value of every job you win The next episode is all about The Profit Multiplier, how to turn one good job into two or three through follow-up, referrals, and repeat work. Want help with this stuff? Come along to Stress Free Tradie and get 27 of the exact Dr. DRiP systems which allowed Andy to work on the business only 2 hours per week. Details here: https://event.lifestyletradie.com.au/ Lifestyle Tradie's Instagram Lifestyle Tradie's Facebook Support the show
S18 · E7
March 30 · 23 min
3 Steps to More Profitable Jobs (Without Taking on More Work)
Most tradies think they’ve got a marketing problem. They don’t. They’ve got a clarity problem. In this first episode of our 3-part series, Andy and Angela break down why most trade businesses are attracting the wrong jobs, the wrong customers, and wasting time on work that doesn’t actually make them money. Before you spend another dollar on marketing… you need to get this right. In this episode, you’ll learn: Why saying “yes” to every job is costing you profit The real reason you’re attracting low-quality or time-wasting enquiries How to identify your most profitable products and services Why “more work” is not the answer… and what actually is How to define your A-grade customer properly The difference between marketing by default vs authority marketing How to position your business so the right customers come to you The simple shift that helps you qualify jobs faster (and stop wasting time quoting dead leads) This is Part 1 of our 3-part series: 1️⃣ Attract the right work 2️⃣ Convert that work into jobs 3️⃣ Multiply the value of every job you win 👉 The next two episodes are coming, and they’ll completely change how you think about quoting and profit in your business. If you don’t decide what work your business is built around… You’ll keep attracting everything… And profiting from nothing. Want Lifestyle Tradie to look at your business? Book a free GamePlan call and we'll give you tailored advice ... and provide you with clarity and direction to smash out what you need to do right now to help you create the lifestyle and freedom you deserve. Details here: https://www.lifestyletradie.com.au/gameplan-call Lifestyle Tradie's Instagram Lifestyle Tradie's Facebook Support the show
S18 · E6
March 16 · 42 min
We Swapped Commission for Profit Share… And the Culture Changed Overnight with Brigid and Richard Pare
What if the problem isn’t your team… it’s the way your business is set up to reward them? In this episode of The Tradie Show, Andy and Ange sit down with Brigid and Richard Pare from REPARE Electrical and Air-conditioning in Queensland, longtime Lifestyle Tradie members who’ve built a solid, established trade business with a team of nine. After running a commission structure for three years, they made a bold shift to profit sharing across the whole team, including admin. And the results have been bigger than money. This conversation gets into what really changed once the team understood the numbers, had skin in the game, and started thinking beyond wages. If you’ve ever thought, “Why should I share my profit?” or “My team should just be happy to have a job,” this episode will challenge that thinking in the best possible way. In this episode, you’ll hear: Why wages alone don’t automatically create ownership or accountability What Brigid and Richard learned after three years of running a commission system Why their old incentive model was clunky, divisive, and hard to manage How their profit share model works at a high level across tradies and admin staff Why including the office team changed everything How profit sharing improved team morale, buy-in, accountability, and culture The role transparency played in helping the team understand real business costs Why callbacks, quality control, and better conversations became part of the day-to-day What needs to be in place before a trade business should even consider profit sharing Why profit sharing is not about giving money away, but building a stronger business This is not theory. It’s a real conversation with real trade business owners who have made this work in an established business, in a seasonal industry, with real pressure, real staff, and real numbers. Want Lifestyle Tradie to look at your business? Book a free GamePlan call and we'll give you tailored advice ... and provide you with clarity and direction to smash out what you need to do right now to help you create the lifestyle and freedom you deserve. Details here: https://www.lifestyletradie.com.au/gameplan-call Lifestyle Tradie's Instagram Lifestyle Tradie's Facebook Support the show
S18 · E5
March 2 · 24 min
The 15-Minute Weekly Cashflow Fix
Ever had one of those weeks where you and the team are flat out… jobs flying out the door… and then you check the bank account Friday arvo and think, how is there nothing in here? Here’s the truth most tradies learn the hard way: Being busy doesn’t mean you’re getting paid. In this episode of The Tradie Show, Andy and Angela break down why cashflow stress keeps following you home and what you can do about it starting this week. No fluff. Just practical levers you can pull immediately to get back in control. In this episode, you’ll learn: Why being busy doesn’t equal cash in the bank The “cash gap” that kills tradies (bills are pay now, customers are pay later) How your customer mix impacts cashflow The quickest levers to bring cash forward: deposits, progress payments, invoicing same day, and follow-ups How to stop cash leaking through overtime, supplier creep, subbie margins, and forgotten expenses A simple 15-minute weekly routine to stay on top of cashflow and avoid nasty surprises And we’ve created something to make it stupidly simple 👇 👉 Download The Tradie Cash Flow Control Sheet here: https://www.lifestyletradie.com.au/cash-flow-control-sheet/ This cheat sheet shows you exactly what to review each week so cashflow never sneaks up on you again. Want Lifestyle Tradie to look at your business? Book a free GamePlan call and we'll give you tailored advice ... and provide you with clarity and direction to smash out what you need to do right now to help you create the lifestyle and freedom you deserve. Details here: https://www.lifestyletradie.com.au/gameplan-call Follow Lifestyle Tradie: Instagram Facebook Support the show
S18 · E4
February 16 · 28 min
How Grief, Grit & Bricklaying Built a Family Legacy with Joanna & Josh Cassidy
This one hits different. Joanna and Josh Cassidy aren’t just running a brick and block laying company in Brisbane, they’re building a legacy grounded in family, resilience, professionalism and purpose. Joanna’s journey from government compliance roles to becoming a qualified bricklayer (and QBCC Nominee Supervisor) was sparked by grief, courage and a refusal to live a life that didn’t light her up. Together with Josh - who brings 25+ years on the tools - they’ve built a modern subcontracting business that blends old-school work ethic with systems, WHS accountability and a people-first culture. They’re raising five kids. They’re building a team. They’re breaking barriers. And they’re proving that husband-and-wife tradie teams can build something powerful, without burning out. If you’re building a trade business and want it to support your life, not drain it, this episode is packed with gold. If this episode resonated with you, this event is your next step. Join us at our FREE one-day live event: 👉 Stress Free Tradie Find $50K profit in 8 weeks 🎟️ Grab your free ticket here: https://event.lifestyletradie.com.au/ Follow Lifestyle Tradie here: Instagram Facebook Support the show
S18 · E3
February 2 · 22 min
Your 'Systems Blueprint': Less Chaos, More Control
Most tradies hit a point where the business looks successful from the outside… but behind the scenes, they’re absolutely cooked. In this episode of The Tradie Show, Andy and Angela call out the hard truth: You don’t need better staff. You need better systems. If you feel like you’re still involved in every decision, constantly answering questions, and carrying the whole business in your head, this one’s for you. In this episode, we cover: Why being “flat out” doesn’t always mean you’re in control The real reason your team keeps coming back to you for answers What decision fatigue is, and why it’s draining tradie business owners The difference between tools (like software) and real systems How documented systems create consistency, ownership, and freedom Simple steps to start systemising without feeling overwhelmed Real Dr. DRiP examples of how systems protected the business and gave Andy his life back 📘 Download the free Systems eBook here: https://www.lifestyletradie.com.au/systems-e-book/ 🎟 Want the shortcuts? Come to our free one-day live event, Stress Free Tradie, and walk away with 27 proven trade-tested systems: https://event.lifestyletradie.com.au/ Follow Lifestyle Tradie here: Instagram Facebook Support the show
S18 · E2
January 19 · 28 min
The 1-Page Marketing Plan to Grow Your Trade Business with Allan Dib
Most tradies don’t struggle because they’re bad on the tools. They struggle because their marketing has no plan. In this episode of The Tradie Show, Andy and Angela chat with Allan Dib, author of The 1‑Page Marketing Plan, to unpack how trade business owners can stop guessing, stop dabbling, and start marketing like pros - without adding more to their already full plate. Allan shares the real experiences that led him to write his book, why the best marketer wins every time (even over better tradespeople), and how tradies can build a simple marketing system that attracts better clients, charges better money, and creates less stress. 🔧 Key takeaways from this episode: Why being great on the tools isn’t enough if no one knows why they should choose you The danger of “random acts of marketing” and why dabbling never delivers results How to shift from “just a tradie” to a marketer of your services What a simple but effective marketing system actually looks like for tradies How to clearly define your ideal client, and why saying no can be more profitable The 12‑year‑old test to fix confusing messaging on your website, van, or socials Why niching down helps you charge more and attract better clients How to start marketing even when you’re flat out on the tools The smartest first marketing task to outsource (without hiring full‑time staff) How AI can save time and support your business, without replacing strategy The mindset shift that turns marketing from an expense into an investment Life and business lessons on habits, health, and working on yourself first If you’ve ever thought, “I’m busy, but I don’t feel in control”, this episode is a must‑listen. 🎟️ Want to take this further? If you’re ready to simplify your business, reduce stress, and build a trade business that actually works for your life, come and join us at our one‑day live event: Stress Free Tradie. 👉 Secure your spot here: https://event.lifestyletradie.com.au/ Follow us for more real-world business advice for tradies: 📸 Instagram 📘 Facebook Support the show
S18 · E1
January 5 · 25 min
The Worst Mistakes Tradies Make In January
If you’ve ever said, “This year will be different”… only to blink and suddenly it’s February and nothing’s changed, this episode is for you. In this episode of The Tradie Show, Andy and Angela break down the exact process smart tradies use to take control of their year before the year takes control of them. This isn’t about working harder. It’s about planning properly so you get more profit, more time and a hell of a lot less stress. This episode introduces The Pre-loaded Year. A simple, practical way to plan your life first, then your business, so 2026 actually feels different. What you’ll learn in this episode: Why motivation fades fast and why structure beats willpower every time The difference between the unorganised tradie and the smart tradie How to plan your year life-first so work stops stealing your time The big rocks, pebbles and sand method to lock in what matters most How to choose the one business problem to fix each quarter How to identify slow months, busy months and red flag months Why most tradies panic in quiet periods and burn out in busy ones How preloading your calendar removes stress, guesswork and chaos The simple habits that create calm, control and consistency How written plans create better decisions, better teams and better lives To make this simple, we’ve created a 3-page Pre-loaded Year template so you can follow along and fill in the blanks as you go. 👉 Download The Pre-loaded Year template now If you’re sitting there thinking, “Yep… I need a proper plan to make this year different,” then this is your sign. Come and join Andy and Angela at Stress Free Tradie, our one-day live event built specifically for trade business owners who are sick of the chaos and want clarity, control and confidence in their business. You’ll walk away with a clear plan, practical tools you can actually use, and the confidence to make better decisions without second-guessing yourself. 👉 Check out the event details and secure your spot here: https://event.lifestyletradie.com.au/ Follow us for more real-world business advice for tradies: Instagram Facebook Support the show
S17 · E13
Dec 22, 2025 · 16 min
What is Lifestyle Tradie?
If you’re flat out, burnt out, and wondering why the money never seems to stick, this special bonus episode pulls back the curtain on what Lifestyle Tradie actually is and why it exists. Andy and Angela share the raw story behind Dr. DRiP Plumbing. From rapid growth and big turnover to cash flow stress, chaos, and near collapse. You’ll hear how fixing the business properly saved not just the company, but their marriage and lifestyle too. This episode isn’t hype. It’s a straight-talking look at what trade business owners are missing and how to build a business that gives you profit, time, and control. In this episode, you’ll learn: Why being great on the tools doesn’t automatically mean you’ll run a great business The hard lessons Andy and Angela learned scaling Dr. DRiP to 17 staff and 8 vehicles Why revenue means nothing if profit and cash flow aren’t under control How the four core pillars, platform, profit, marketing and people, make or break a trade business What actually happens when you join Lifestyle Tradie and where members see results first Why most tradies struggle alone and how community fast-tracks better decisions How shifting your mindset is often the first real step to changing your business and life If you’ve ever said, “there’s got to be a better way”, this episode explains exactly what that looks like and how to get there without guessing or going broke trying. Want Lifestyle Tradie to look at your business? Book a free GamePlan call and we'll give you tailored advice ... and provide you with clarity and direction to smash out what you need to do right now to help you create the lifestyle and freedom you deserve. Details here: https://www.lifestyletradie.com.au/gameplan-call Follow Lifestyle Tradie: Instagram Facebook Support the show

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