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Tradies In Business

Nicole Cox
Trade Business
Mental Health
Marketing
Work-Life Balance
Community Support
Leadership
Conflict Resolution
Christmas
Time Management
Communication
Tradies
Entrepreneurship
Business Strategy
ADHD
Financial Management
Business Awards
National Tradie Health Month
Feedback
Parenting
Business Growth

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 busine... more

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Apprenticeship numbers sit below where they were in 2015, even as the workforce has grown by more than 20 percent and Australia faces a housing shortage and a deepening trades skills gap. Ben Bardon, CEO of the National Australian Apprenticeship Asso... more

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Amii Jones has run Touchwood Tree Services, a tree removal business, with her husband for 15 years, and in this episode she gets honest about what that milestone actually looked like behind the scenes. She talks about the guilt of switching off, the ... more

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Nicole flips the script and lets Angus take the coach role as they talk through why marketing in accounting is so tough. Angus talks about the licensing rules and restrictions that shape how accountants can talk about money, the split between clients... more

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Steven Daniels spent years grinding through the construction industry before burnout left him physically unable to get out of bed. That moment pushed him to study positive psychology and coaching, and he's now the founder of Align 56 Coaching, runnin... more

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Recent Guests

Amii Jones
Tree removal business owner with husband Brendan; arbourist partner; operates in Lake Macquarie/Newcastle region
Self-employed / Tree Removal business
Episode: TIB718 Real Tradie Stories - The Raw Truth About Running a Trade Business with Amii Jones
Steven Daniels
Founder/Coach at Align 56 Coaching
Align 56 Coaching
Episode: TIB716 The Burnout Trap: Why Most Tradies Hit the Wall Before Changing Their Lives
Lauren Pullock
Founder of Outback 2 Sea, caravan-based travel business
Outback 2 Sea
Episode: TIB715 Real Tradie Wife Stories with Lauren Pullock from Outback 2 Sea
Steve Rooney
Experienced landscaper and guest on the show
Episode: TIB712 Real Tradie Stories - The Plot Twist Nobody Saw Coming with Steve Rooney
Nick Allen
Electrician and owner of NJA Electrical, operating across bush and coastal communities
NJA Electrical
Episode: TIB711 Real Tradie Stories - From the Coast to the Outback with Nick Allen
Angus Gasbarri
Tax adviser, founder of Earnt Advisory
Earnt Advisory
Episode: TIB710 Hard Hits and Few Wins: The Budget's True Cost for Tradies
Kristy-Lee Billett
Founder of People Powered HR, CEO of People Powered Business
People Powered HR / People Powered Business
Episode: TIB709 The HR Shortcut That Could Cost You Everything
Josh Prineas
Plumber, owner of Ecostream Plumbing
Ecostream Plumbing
Episode: TIB708 Real Tradie Stories with Josh Prineas from Ecostream Plumbing
Daniel Palmer
Wealth advisor, Bold Wealth
Bold Wealth
Episode: TIB707 Why Avoiding Your Numbers Is Costing You

Host

Nicole Cox
Host of Tradies In Business; guides interviews and introduces guests; focuses on getting tradies off the tools and into sustainable businesses

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 133 ratings
  • Non- wanky business coaching

    If you are looking for a podcast that is easy to listen to, funny and engaging without being full of wanky business coach jargon- this is it. Quality tips and information delivered in a simple and fun way that even the kids enjoy listening to! Five stars.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Ldenes
    Australia3 years ago
  • Engaging and rewarding

    I was looking for something to help inspire myself and my husband for our building company, and I they had me at “helping get you off the tools”! Nic and Waz are fun to listen to and their is always a gold nugget to take away from each episode. It’s a must listen for anyone trying to get their head around all the stuff you don’t think of having to deal with (and even some of the stuff you do) within your own trade business.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Amy and Darren
    Australia4 years ago
  • Why didn’t I find this sooner 😱

    Nic, Waz and all their guests they invite on their podcast, are absolutely invaluable for our business these days. Do yourself a favour and jump on now! I wish we did years ago!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Stegga12
    Australia4 years ago
  • So helpful!

    I’ve learnt so much from this podcast. It has really helped me understand how to run a trade business, and how to run it well!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Sophie McAslan
    New Zealand5 years ago
  • So glad I found this show! The energy of the hosts is so positive and contagious. Regardless of what kind of business you're in, there's tons of value and actionable advice in every episode!

    Podcast Addict
    5
    Hero3339
    5 years ago

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Guests are engaging and bring real-world experience to growth topics.
Show is consistently useful for getting off the tools and improving profitability.
Listeners praise practical, no-nonsense advice for tradie businesses.

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Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

TIB715 Real Tradie Wife Stories with Lauren Pullock from Outback 2 Sea
Q: Why did you shift from gymnastics coaching to a caravan-based business?
Lauren outlines the life events and family needs that pushed her toward a flexible, family-focused model, and how a caravan venture emerged as the practical solution.
TIB712 Real Tradie Stories - The Plot Twist Nobody Saw Coming with Steve Rooney
Q: You've had a plot twist in your career—what is it?
I've decided to hang up the boots and step away from running the business, moving into a site supervisor role while still leveraging my skills and staying connected to the industry.
TIB710 Hard Hits and Few Wins: The Budget's True Cost for Tradies
Q: What else do we need to know, Angus?
Angus emphasizes cautious preparation, urges listeners to get professional advice, notes potential exemptions for small businesses, and highlights that real-world effects depend on turnover thresholds and asset levels, with a call to stay informed and proactive.
TIB710 Hard Hits and Few Wins: The Budget's True Cost for Tradies
Q: So Angus, what is it that you think that we need to know? Have you got like a bit of a hit list of making this as simple as possible for business owners?
Angus outlines three big changes—negative gearing, capital gains tax reforms, and minimum tax on trusts—and provides plain-English explanations, practical implications for cash flow, and steps like consulting a broker or accountant to understand how pre-approvals and structuring might be affected.
TIB708 Real Tradie Stories with Josh Prineas from Ecostream Plumbing
Q: What practical steps helped you grow once you went solo?
Engaging in marketing activities, networking, door knocking, joining a networking group, and leveraging a coaching program to push beyond comfort zones and structure operations.

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What is Tradies In Business about and what kind of topics does it cover?

The show centers on practical, battle-tested advice for running trades-based businesses. Across episodes, listeners hear about burnout, wellness, financial discipline, pricing, HR, marketing, leadership, and how to get off the tools to build a scalable operation. Guests range from wellness coaches and HR experts to finance pros, marketers, and tradespeople who've grown their own businesses or invested in assets like real estate. A notable strength is its hands-on, no-nonsense approach, with plenty of real-world strategies, community support, and a focus on balancing work with family life. The format tends to mix personal journeys with actionable takeaways, making it valuable for listeners aiming to improve profitability, culture, and long-t... more

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Recent guests on Tradies In Business include:

1. Amii Jones
2. Steven Daniels
3. Lauren Pullock
4. Steve Rooney
5. Nick Allen
6. Angus Gasbarri
7. Kristy-Lee Billett
8. Josh Prineas

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