by Mick Hawes
The Toolshed podcast keeps you up to date with what's happening in the Building Industry. Keeping your finger on the pulse of changing trends, so you can take advantage of opportunities and avoid becoming a dinosaur! Every episode we'll talk about how these trends affect you, and what steps you can take to stay ahead of the curve. You'll learn how to use new technologies to make your business more efficient and effective, how to connect with other builders and architects, and how to make sure your projects are profitable. Essential conversations with people who are committed to a better Building Industry for everyone involved.
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April 21, 2025
<p dir="ltr">Hiring the right people can make or break your building business—but why is it so hard to find good talent? In this episode, I talk with Martin Preece from Building Environs, a specialist in construction recruitment, about the biggest mistakes builders make when hiring.</p> <p dir="ltr">We explore:</p> <p dir="ltr">✔️ Why builders struggle to hire the right people<br /> ✔️ How to position your business to attract top talent<br /> ✔️ The difference between filling seats vs. hiring for growth<br /> ✔️ Why offering career growth is more important than salary<br /> <span style= "font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'Segoe UI', Roboto, Oxygen, Ubuntu, Cantarell, 'Open Sans', 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif;"> ✔️ Insights from Martin’s Building Talks podcast</span></p> <p dir="ltr">🔨 Looking to improve your hiring process? Take the Builder’s Scorecard to find the ONE issue holding your business back: 🔗 <a href= "https://bit.ly/BuildersSuccessScorecard">https://bit.ly/BuildersSuccessScorecard</a></p> <p dir="ltr">To connect with Martin, check all the links below:<br /> Website :<a href= "https://www.buildingenvirons.com.au/">https://www.buildingenvirons.com.au/</a><br /> Facebook: <a href= "https://www.facebook.com/BuildingEnvirons">https://www.facebook.com/BuildingEnvirons</a><br /> Instagram: <a href= "https://www.instagram.com/buildingenvirons/">https://www.instagram.com/buildingenvirons/</a><br /> Podcast: <a href= "https://www.buildingenvirons.com.au/podcasts/">https://www.buildingenvirons.com.au/podcasts/</a><br /> <br /> Stay tuned next week when we talk about it. So, don’t forget to subscribe to the show to get that episode as soon it gets released. Until then, stay healthy.<br /> <br /> #ConstructionHiring #BuilderRecruitment #HiringMistakes #BuildingBusiness #MartinPreece #TheToolshedPodcast #RecruitmentTips</p> <p> </p>
April 14, 2025
<p dir="ltr">Running a building business is tough, but community is the game-changer you need. In this episode, I chat with Colleen Sinclair from Building Connections about the power of networking to tackle stress, staffing, and business growth.</p> <p dir="ltr">Key Topics: </p> <ul> <li dir="ltr" aria-level="1"> <p dir="ltr" role="presentation">The biggest struggles builders face </p> </li> <li dir="ltr" aria-level="1"> <p dir="ltr" role="presentation">Why community matters</p> </li> <li dir="ltr" aria-level="1"> <p dir="ltr" role="presentation">Mental health in construction</p> </li> </ul> <p dir="ltr">Follow & Share! If you’re a builder, contractor, or business owner looking to improve team efficiency, training compliance, and profitability, this episode is packed with actionable insights. Follow, review & share to support other builders!</p> <p>To connect with Colleen, check out the links below:<br /> Website: <a href= "https://buildingconnections.com.au/">https://buildingconnections.com.au/</a><br /> Instagram: <a href= "https://www.instagram.com/bcbuildingconnections/">https://www.instagram.com/bcbuildingconnections/</a><br /> Facebook: <a href= "https://www.facebook.com/colleen.sinclair.77">https://www.facebook.com/colleen.sinclair.77</a><br /> Contact NO: 0408 1711 289<br /> Follow their social events: <a href= "https://shorturl.at/WovPX">https://shorturl.at/WovPX</a><br /> Become a Member: <a href= "https://shorturl.at/14koQ">https://shorturl.at/14koQ</a> <strong id= "docs-internal-guid-bb96e757-7fff-0901-42dd-42ebf503f80a"><br /> <br /></strong> Want to identify the biggest challenge in your business right now? Take the Builder’s Scorecard—it only takes 90 seconds and will give you insights on where to focus next. <strong><a href= "https://bit.ly/BuildersSuccessScorecard">https://bit.ly/BuildersSuccessScorecard</a></strong> The bottom line? You don’t have to do it alone. Community is a builder’s greatest asset, and tapping into the right support network could be the key to transforming your business.<br /> <br /> Stay tuned next week when we talk about it. So, don’t forget to subscribe to the show to get that episode as soon it gets released. Until then, stay healthy.<strong id= "docs-internal-guid-bb96e757-7fff-0901-42dd-42ebf503f80a"><br /></strong></p>
April 7, 2025
<p dir="ltr">Repetitive mistakes are draining time, energy, and profits from builders and trades businesses. In this episode of The ToolShed Podcast, I talk to Luke Canham from Multiply Me about how video training and AI-powered automation can transform how businesses communicate, train teams, and eliminate recurring mistakes.</p> <p dir="ltr">You’ll learn:</p> <p dir="ltr">• The real cost of repetitive mistakes and how they impact your bottom line</p> <p dir="ltr">• Why traditional training methods are outdated and ineffective</p> <p dir="ltr">• How AI and video content can replace time-wasting meetings</p> <p dir="ltr">• The power of short, engaging videos in keeping teams informed and compliant</p> <p dir="ltr">• How to use technology to create better systems and processes</p> <p dir="ltr">If you’re a builder, contractor, or business owner looking to improve team efficiency, training compliance, and profitability, this episode is packed with actionable insights.</p> <p dir="ltr">To connect with Luke, check the links below:<br /> Website: <a href= "https://multiplyme.com.au/">https://multiplyme.com.au/</a><br /> Instagram: <a href= "https://www.instagram.com/multiply_me_system">https://www.instagram.com/multiply_me_system</a><br /> Facebook: <a href= "https://www.facebook.com/multiplymesystem">https://www.facebook.com/multiplymesystem#</a><br /> Youtube: <a href= "https://www.youtube.com/@multiplymesystem">https://www.youtube.com/@multiplymesystem</a></p> <p dir="ltr">Most Building businesses have one major roadblock. Find it and fix it, and a heap of other annoying issues go away, too. The secret is to know what to fix first. Take the Builders Success Scorecard, and find out where to focus your efforts. Take The Scorecard Here: <a href= "https://bit.ly/BuildersSuccessScorecard">https://bit.ly/BuildersSuccessScorecard</a> </p> <p dir="ltr">Stay tuned next week when we talk about it. So, don’t forget to subscribe to the show to get that episode as soon it gets released. Until then, stay healthy.</p> <p dir="ltr">#ConstructionBusiness #BuilderProductivity #ToolShedPodcast #AITraining #VideoTraining #ConstructionTechnology #MultiplyMe #TradesBusiness #TimeManagementForBuilders</p> <p> </p>
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