The Hidden Price of Cheap Staff — Todd’s Costly Lesson in Hiring
When Todd first joined the Academy, he was at breaking point — burnt out, buried in admin, and stuck on the tools. For 10 years, he worked himself into the ground, thinking hard work alone would create freedom. It didn’t.In this episode, Todd shares how he went from exhaustion to expansion by making key hires, putting in systems, and learning the real cost of cheap labour. From understanding his cost of operations to mastering recruitment ads with AI, Todd reveals the mindset and operational changes that bought him his time back, and how he’s now testing his business by stepping away for four weeks.Whether you’re stuck doing it all yourself, worried about hiring, or afraid to raise your prices, Todd’s story will show you what’s possible when you put the right people, systems, and mindset in place.Learn more about the Tradies Success Academy here Book your free strategy session with one of our expert coachesFollow the crew on Instagram, Facebook, & TikTok.
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Still Doing It All? THIS Is Why You’re Stuck | The Multiplier Effect
Are you stuck on the tools and struggling to grow your trade business? In this game-changing session, Greg Allan breaks down the Multiplier Effect—the single most powerful concept to understand how your time impacts profit, growth, and freedom.💥 Discover: - Why working on the tools keeps you stuck- How to delegate low-impact tasks- What roles in your business create 1x, 3x, and even 10x growth- The secret to scaling without burning outThis isn’t just theory—it’s the exact strategy that’s helped hundreds of trade business owners reclaim their time, hire with purpose, and build businesses that work without them.Learn more about the Tradies Success Academy here Book your free strategy session with one of our expert coachesFollow the crew on Instagram, Facebook, & TikTok.
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Why Some Members Crush It and Others Get Stuck
This might be one of the most important videos I’ve made for the Academy.I’ve been talking to both sides:✅ Members scaling fast (from $250K to $3M+ and even $11M+)❌ And members who’ve cancelled because they’re “too busy” or “no money”What’s the difference? It’s not skill. It’s not luck. It’s awareness. In this video, I break down:Why understanding your numbers is the first step to freedomHow pricing mistakes and team inefficiency are secretly draining your profitWhat to track daily so your jobs and days actually make you moneyWhy being "too busy" is usually the biggest red flagAnd how the Academy isn’t another cost — it’s your multiplierIf you feel stuck, broke, or burnt out — don’t run from this. Lean in. Watch this. Take notes. And commit to mastering what matters.Learn more about the Tradies Success Academy here Book your free strategy session with one of our expert coachesFollow the crew on Instagram, Facebook, & TikTok.
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The No BS Scaling Framework 2025
In this session, Greg Allan breaks down the Scaling Framework—a simple but powerful way to understand the ups and downs of growth in your trade business. If you’ve ever felt stuck in a cycle of “busy → hire hesitation → slowdown,” this is for you. You’ll learn:Why proactive hiring unlocks consistent growthHow owner capacity affects work generationWhat a true scaling business looks likeThe mindset shift required to break the feast-and-famine cycleThis framework is essential for tradies who want to get off the tools and into real business leadership.Learn more about the Tradies Success Academy here Book your free strategy session with one of our expert coachesFollow the crew on Instagram, Facebook, & TikTok.
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$700K to $11.5M in 3 Years
From $700K to over $11 million — Ben Doran’s journey is one of the biggest success stories inside the Academy.In this third sit-down with Greg, Ben shares the raw truth about what it takes to scale fast, build a strong team, and step out of the day-to-day. From losing staff after a merger to hiring a GM, and now gearing up for $20 million — this is the real talk every tradie business owner needs to hear.Whether you're just starting out or stuck on the tools, this episode will show you what’s possible when you back yourself, take risks, and build the right support around you.Learn more about the Tradies Success Academy here Book your free strategy session with one of our expert coachesFollow the crew on Instagram, Facebook, & TikTok.
About Tradies Success Podcast | Business Growth for Electricians, Plumbers, Builders & All Tradies
Struggling to grow your trade business without burning out? Business is hard, but it doesn't have to be - you don't have to do it alone.
This podcast is for electricians, plumbers, builders, concreters, carpenters, landscapers, tilers, roofers, painters, plasterers, glass installers, floorers, bricklayers, gardeners, metal fabricators, and all tradies chasing more profit and time freedom. Hear real stories, proven strategies, and practical tools to build a business that works without you.
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