A word of warning from Pete, a word on culture from Az...this episode is jam packed for your Easter Long Weekend!

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On the pod today, Pete and Az sit down with Greg McGee, GM of Ryse Constructions. Greg is a top bloke who’s seen it all and was happy to share some of his insights.

From building Billy carts as a kid to running 49 homes at once as GM of Ryse Constructions, Greg’s story is packed with real lessons for anyone in the game.

They cover a heap:
– What it really takes to be a good builder
– Learning the hard way about ego, cashflow, and balance
– How Greg helped set up a new build arm from scratch
– Why passion and honesty still matter more than margins
– And what he’d tell young tradies (and future GMs) coming through now.

There’s no fluff here just honest, sharp insight from someone who's copped a few scars and still loves the work.

One standout? Greg reckons if your first question in a job interview is about money, you're coming at it all wrong. That mindset’s served him well through 40+ years in the trade.

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In this episode of The Good Builder Daily Dose, Pete and Az get stuck into a few hard truths.

From a conversation with Brendan Bathersby about the idea of “time in the boat” (why experience, patience and showing up over the long haul matters), to a deeper look at why the industry often feels built on mistrust.

They also challenge the growing trend of emailing quotes. If you’re in sales or client meetings, you’ll want to hear this. Spoiler: email won’t close the deal like a face-to-face.

Plus, there’s a big announcement: The Good Builder is officially partnering with TIACS, the mental health support line for tradies, and launching TGB Fridays. It’s a new way to bring the community together: real chats, good tunes, and raising the bar (literally).

This one’s got it all, from messy job sites and million-dollar hemp homes to what really makes a builder's brand stick.

Pete’s fresh off a guest appearance on The Level Up Experience with Duayne Pearce, and the boys dive into what it means to show up as a “good builder”. They cover why site cleanliness matters more than you think (yep, even the neighbour’s watching), how builder duos like Aletha and Slade from Stroud Homes are scaling smart by playing to their strengths, and why knowing your market, and sticking to your process, is the secret to avoiding headaches and growing strong.

Also in the mix: a mega mansion built with hempcrete, a cow-killing waffle pod (seriously), and why saying no to the wrong client might be the best decision you’ll ever make.

It’s all about systems, standards, and staying in your lane, because the builders winning right now know exactly who they are.

From farm life and carpentry to running one of Queensland’s busiest home building companies - meet Aletha and Slade Walters, the powerhouse duo behind Stroud Homes Wide Bay.

In this episode, Aaron and Pete sit down in Hervey Bay to unpack how this husband-and-wife team grew from small renos and shed builds to selling a huge volume of homes a month. They talk growth, systems, and the power of staying true to your process, no matter how tempting it is to bend for the client.

Aletha opens up about women in construction, what it’s like being mistaken for “just the admin lady,” and why knowledge is her superpower. Slade shares how they manage site quality, trade loyalty, and build consistency at scale, without losing their cool.

If you’ve ever wondered whether to go franchise, how to grow a team without losing your grip, or what actually makes a “good builder” today, this one’s for you.

They’re raising four kids, running a top-performing business, and keeping it real.

Want to grow your building business without burning out? This is your blueprint.

Pete and Az cut through the political spin to break down what the latest housing policies actually mean for builders on the ground.

Pete dives into the expansion of the Home Guarantee Scheme (think 5% deposits and no LMI), Labor’s bold plan to build 100,000 affordable homes, and the Coalition’s surprising tax break on mortgage interest for first home buyers.

They chat through the real-world implications: Will any of this make housing more affordable? What should builders be doing now to prepare? And why locking in your trades might be the smartest move you make this year.

It’s everything you didn’t think you needed to know about politics delivered with no fluff and a few laughs along the way.

Bonus: Ever thought about starting The Good Builder Party? You’re not the only one.

Az and Pete are back with a Monday dose of energy, good banter, and practical takeaways for builders. They kick things off with a wrap of the weekend, before diving into:

A clever land-ranking tool on OpenLot that could help sales teams get ahead.

Why respect on site matters — and what Kim Allen had to say about setting the tone, contagious energy, and avoiding the “energy vampire” trap.

Pete’s golden rule for client communication and how weekly updates kept Hello Homes clients happy (even during massive delays).

Why Morton Bay is shaping up as a future hub for builders.

And the big one: TGB events are officially launching, with a cracking first event planned for May.

If you’re a builder chasing leads, building better culture, or just trying to run a tighter business this episode’s packed with value.

It’s Friday on The Good Builder and the boys are back covering everything from AI tools you should actually try, to how one builder’s maintenance mindset is bringing in more referrals.

Pete runs through the potential impact of US-China tariffs on local building, while Az shares why Canva might be the ultimate builder secret weapon.

Have an excellent weekend!

In this episode of The Good Builder, we sit down with Aaron Morris, Group Sales Manager at Stoddart and a legend in the Australian construction industry. Aaron shares his journey from humble beginnings as a roof tiler to leading national sales across the business.

He opens up about the lessons learned over the years, the power of relationships in building, and the evolution of compliance, affordability, and innovation in the housing sector. 

It’s Aaron’s raw and honest reflections on mental health, family, mentorship, and the life-changing moment that forced him to slow down and reassess what matters most that truly hit home.

This is a conversation about more than construction, it's about community, resilience, and leading with heart (literally!).

🔧 Key topics:

• Apprenticeships and life lessons on site
• How Stoddart is building the future of building
• The role of compliance and affordability in shaping home design
• Mental health, the power of checking in, and living with intention
• What makes a "good builder" in today's fast-changing industry.

On today’s episode of The Good Builder Daily Dose, we cover a stack of hot topics shaking up the industry:

National Housing Summit – What the Property Council got right and what’s still missing.

Orange Land Release – 330 homes in the pipeline thanks to a Landcom and council partnership.

Builder Booms – We spotlight some companies climbing from $10M to $50M+.

Client Education – Should customers do more homework before building? We say yes – and here’s why.

Site Toilets & Gender Equity – What new 2025 legislation means for amenities on larger sites.
Google Reviews & Awards – Why you need a solid review strategy and why some industry awards are losing their shine.

Plus a few shoutouts as always!

Pete's sick, but showed up! We recorded the pod over Google Meet. It’s raw, insightful, a bit cheeky, and packed with value. 

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