In this episode, Az sits down with James Stroud, founder of Stroud Homes, to unpack what it really takes to build a sustainable, trusted building company in today’s market.

From starting out on frozen job sites in Canada to leading one of Australia’s most successful home building franchises, James shares his story with raw honesty and plenty of wisdom.

They dive deep into:

• The mindset behind starting and scaling Stroud Homes
• Why systems and structure are essential for growth
• The value beyond franchise fees — from camaraderie to marketing power
• How “sales fixes everything” when it comes to running a stable business
• What truly defines a good builder in Australia today

A must-listen for builders, trades and anyone passionate about lifting the standard of the industry.

🎧 Available now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts and YouTube.

📺 Watch the full video coming soon: youtube.com/@goodbuilder_au
Learn more about Stround Homes: https://www.stroudhomes.com.au/ 

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In this special episode, Aaron sits down with his wife — and the real brains behind The Good Builder’s YouTube success — Renae. Together, they break down how they grew the channel from zero to 7,500 subscribers in just three months, and how other builders, trades and suppliers can do the same.

You’ll learn:

1️⃣ Why knowing your audience is everything

2️⃣ How to focus on value over virality

3️⃣ The power of consistency and creativity

4️⃣ How to make your videos easy to find

5️⃣ Why building a community, not just a channel, matters most

If you’re a builder or supplier looking to grow your brand through video — or just curious about what makes YouTube work — this episode is packed with practical insights from behind the scenes of one of the fastest-growing construction media platforms in Australia.

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Apple Podcasts → https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-good-builder-podcast/id1804547763

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This week on The Good Builder Podcast, we’re kicking off Monday with some well-earned good news.

Metricon’s EveryOne Homes has delivered 100 affordable homes in just 12 months, the Queensland Government is investing $60 million into a new TAFE Centre of Excellence in Moreton Bay, and Victoria’s Small Sites Expansion is unlocking land for smaller builders and developers.

Plus, mindfulness coach Stacey Combe joins us on the couch ahead of her December 5 event to share how staying calm under pressure can change the way you lead and live.

Start your week strong....with a reminder that there’s a lot going right in building.

Head to thegoodbuilder.com.au for more.

From dawn discipline to on-site discipline, Craig O’Leary explains why safety has to sit at the front of the queue. We cover making toolbox talks a two-minute habit, inducting visitors, photographing controls, and connecting safety to your job systems so it pays you back. No fluff, just hard things done well, every day, so your people go home safe and your brand stands taller.

About HazardCo
HazardCo helps small to mid-sized builders put safety front and centre without slowing jobs down. Founded by tradies in New Zealand and now used by more than 13,000 customers across Australia and New Zealand (including 3,000+ builders in Australia), the platform pairs real health and safety advisors with a simple app and dashboard for site sign-ins, inductions, toolbox talks, SWMS and 24/7 incident support. It integrates with popular project tools such as BuildExact and Procore, with Simpro on the roadmap.

Visit: https://www.hazardco.com/au/

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In today's Good Builder Podcast, Az brings you three key stories shaping Australia’s construction industry, plus two important shoutouts ahead of a big weekend in building.

Prefab Construction on the Rise:

Australia’s prefabricated building sector is growing at more than twice the rate of traditional construction, projected to reach $27.6 billion by 2029. We unpack what’s driving the boom, from labour shortages to new technology, and what it means for builders ready to innovate.

Rethinking Supplier Relationships:

Lauxes Grates shows how trust, consistency, and culture are redefining what makes a great supplier. This story explores why real partnerships, not price wars, are driving long-term success in construction.

Environmental Progress in Queensland:

The state has achieved a world-first milestone in eradicating Yellow Crazy Ants across more than 1,000 hectares, protecting local habitats and supporting liveability and development confidence across Far North Queensland.

Plus, Aaron gives a nod to:

🏆 The upcoming HIA Sunshine Coast and Wide Bay Awards, celebrating excellence in building, and

💪 Craig O’Leary from HazardCo, this week’s feature guest for National Safety Month, discussing leadership, safety culture, and the mindset that drives top performers.

🎧 Listen now on YouTube or your preferred streaming platform.

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It’s Tuesday, and we’re setting up a massive week on The Good Builder Podcast.

Aaron runs through what’s ahead, including this Friday’s feature episode with Craig O’Leary from HazardCo for National Safety Month, diving into digital OHS systems, culture, and the future of safety on site.

We also preview next week’s conversation with James Stroud, founder of Stroud Homes, breaking down what it really means to join a franchise and how builders can tap into support, systems, and scale without losing control.

Plus, we cover:

• The NSW Government’s $23.9M investment into regional housing infrastructure
• Uneven growth and rising costs across Queensland
• And where you can find The Good Builder team this Friday — at the HIA Sunshine Coast Awards

A quick 10-minute update for builders who want to stay across what’s happening in the industry this week.

🎧 Listen now or visit thegoodbuilder.com.au for the full stories.

Let’s be honest, most construction marketing is lazy.

Agencies recycle the same copy, the same stock shots, the same “we build dreams” headlines.

Real marketing starts when you create something worth showing up for.

Metricon hosting live cooking demos in their kitchens.

Enduro Builders turning sustainability into a tactile lesson.

Avondale Homes inviting clients to walk sites mid-build.

That’s how you cut through digital noise — with real-world moments.

This week on The Good Builder Podcast, we dive into experiential marketing — how to turn your display home into a living experience that earns attention, trust, and shareability.

In this episode, Aaron Ng speaks with Marti Amos, founder of The Professional Builder, about what it takes to run a high-performing building company.

Drawing on more than two decades of experience and insights from working with over 3,000 builders globally, Marti breaks down how to:

• Think like a business athlete and perform at a higher level
• Improve profitability through better systems and accountability
• Gain clarity on margins and cash flow
• Create structure, confidence, and freedom in your business

Marti’s Pipeline and Profit Roadshow and The Profitable Builder’s Playbook are helping builders reshape how they operate — and this conversation shows why his methods are creating real results across the industry.

Listen to all episodes of The Good Builder Podcast at thegoodbuilder.com.au or on Spotify and Apple Podcasts.

In this episode of The Good Builder Podcast, host Aaron Ng sits down with Glenn from Integrity New Homes to explore what it really takes to run a successful building business in today’s market.

From the importance of business acumen and understanding your numbers, to the power of Integrity’s unique franchise model, Glenn shares how the brand helps builders thrive, not just survive, in a challenging and competitive industry.

They unpack the characteristics of successful builders, discuss regional market differences, and look at how trust, resilience, and continuous learning set the best operators apart. Glenn also reveals Integrity’s money-back guarantee for new members and the company’s forward-thinking plans to support builders nationwide.

Whether you’re a builder wanting to grow, a supplier seeking to understand the market better, or simply someone passionate about the construction industry, this conversation offers clear, actionable insights into builder success, business coaching, and leadership in construction.