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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.

Jun 23, 2025

Even experienced builders can lose big when they step into property development without the right strategy. In this episode, I sit down with Steve Chandler as we talk about the financial traps, mindset gaps, and planning mistakes that catch so many builders off guard. If you’ve ever thought about developing your own projects or scaling beyond construction, this is a must-listen.

What You’ll Learn:

– Why solid builders still fail in development

– Key mindset shifts from trade to strategy

– How to test a deal with feasibility studies

– The cost of wrong assumptions

– Developer risk vs. builder profit

– Asset protection 101

– Why who you work with matters

To connect with Steve, check all the links below:

Website: https://stevechandler.com.au/ 

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stevenchandler/ 

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/propertydevelopmentinstitute 

Instagram: https://www.youtube.com/c/StevenChandler 

Phone: 1300 2000 21

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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.

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