Oct 27, 2025
I sit down with Aaron Ng to pull back the curtain on the parts of the building we rarely say out loud silent margin leaks, “helpful” yeses that turn into scope creep, vague discovery that invites wrong-fit jobs, and the stress that starts long before the slab is poured.
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Oct 20, 2025
Most builders don’t fail because of their trade skills, they fail because their sales process is broken.
If you’ve ever wondered why clients ghost you, why quoting feels like wasted time, or why you keep discounting just to win jobs, this episode is a must-listen.
In this episode of The ToolShed Podcast, I sit...
Oct 13, 2025
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...
Oct 6, 2025
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...