The ToolShed Podcast
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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Most builders start their business chasing freedom—more time, more money, more control. But the reality? Many end up trapped in long hours, low margins, and constant stress. In this episode of The ToolShed Podcast, Mick Hawes sits down with Bruce Poling (The Joinery Coach) to unpack why so many builders fail, the fatal
Safety gear is supposed to protect us but for many women in construction, trades, and beyond, it’s doing the opposite. In this episode of The ToolShed Podcast, Mick Hawes speaks with Amy Rooser, founder of The Safety Rack, about the widespread problem of ill-fitting PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) and why it’s putt
What happens when life throws you the kind of challenges that could break anyone—a relationship breakdown, depression, and a cancer diagnosis? For Troy Ross, these moments became a turning point. In this raw and powerful conversation, Troy opens up about hitting rock bottom, the wake-up call that made him seek help, an
In this episode of The ToolShed Podcast, Terry Tran, seasoned investor and founder of The Freedom Trader, shares a simple, low-risk system to help builders turn hard-earned profits into passive income. This is not about gambling on high-risk ventures. It’s about protecting your profits, growing them steadily, and creat
Are you a builder making good money but still feeling broke, stressed, and stuck? In this episode of The ToolShed Podcast, Tony Harrington returns for a powerful deep-dive into a silent business killer: financial stress. We explore how money pressure sabotages productivity, damages relationships, and keeps great builde
We're excited to feature Stacey Combe on this week’s episode of The ToolShed Podcast, where we unpack mindfulness and self-leadership in the construction industry. Discover practical tools to reduce stress, improve focus, and finally gain control over the chaos. Whether you’re managing a team, running your own building