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In this episode, we are grateful to speak with Aaron WD Huey, Coach to the Tradies. 

Aaron started his career in building at a young age, acquiring all the essential skills to become a fully qualified carpenter. He progressed to a leadership role and faced numerous challenges inherent in the construction industry. Observing the impact of these daily pressures and drawing from his personal experience of loss, Aaron was inspired to embark on a career in life coaching.

He uses his own personal story and passionate approach to assist other tradespeople in enhancing their mental health, well-being, outlook on life, and relationships while also broadening their perspectives for a more fulfilling future.

Aaron is challenging the status quo on mental health discussions amongst tradies and breaking down barriers, providing a platform for everyone to live an extraordinary life. 

If you want to connect with Aaron, here are his details:

Website: https://www.hustletalkcoaching.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/aaron_wd_huey/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/aaron-wd-huey-6803341ab

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In this episode, we are grateful to have spoken with Trevor Schwenke, CEO of WorldSkills Australia, Liam Cochrane of Construction Training Fund (WorldSkills Australia Volunteer) and Jacob Dixon, National Australian Champion for Tiling.

WorldSkills has enabled young people to showcase their trade skills and talents since 1981.

Their skills-based competitions operate at regional, national, and international levels and are aligned to National Training Packages, Apprenticeships Australia, and Jobs Australia Schemes. They promote and build a skills culture, celebrate excellence and showcase vocational education and training.

I trust you’ll enjoy listening to and watching this episode as much as I enjoyed learning more about WorldSkills and speaking with Trevor, Liam and Jacob, especially as they recently embarked on a trip to Lyon in France to compete on the world stage. Go, the Skillaroos!

If you want to connect with our guests, here are their details:
Website: https://www.worldskills.org.au/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/worldskillsau/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WorldSkillsAU

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Liam Cochran: https://ctf.wa.gov.au/
Jacob Dixon: https://www.facebook.com/NextLevelTileandStone/

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We are grateful to speak with Dave Moore and Tony Meshouris from The Tile Depot in New Zealand in this episode.

The Tile Depot was established in 1995 and has since grown into one of the largest importers and retailers of quality tiles in New Zealand.

Their growth and success have stemmed from offering a wide selection of importer-priced tiles, tools, installation materials, and accessories. These are displayed in large showrooms and supported by knowledgeable staff committed to providing fast, friendly, and efficient service.

They have showrooms and warehouses now occupying 14 locations around NZ, from Whangarei to Queenstown. They also have a network of re-sellers in Kerikeri, Gisborne, Nelson, Christchurch, and Dunedin and over 230,000m2 worth of stock available.

I trust you’ll enjoy listening to this episode as much as I enjoyed learning more about Dave, Tony and The Tile Depot.

If you want to connect with our guests, here are their details:

Website: https://www.tiledepot.co.nz/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/tiledepot

Instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/tilerstradepro/
https://www.instagram.com/tiledepotnz/

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We are lucky and grateful to speak with Edwin Hoekman from Hoekmantegelwerken in this episode.

In the heart of Holland, a young tiler named Edwin is on a relentless quest for mastery. Passionate about his craft, Edwin is committed to becoming the best in the industry. He dedicates long hours to honing his skills, understanding that true excellence is born from hard work and perseverance.

Edwin seeks out experienced mentors, absorbing their knowledge and techniques and applying them with precision and care. Every tile laid is a step closer to his goal, each challenging a craftsmanship lesson. For Edwin, tiling is more than a job—it's a lifelong pursuit of perfection.

I trust you'll enjoy listening to and watching this episode as much as I enjoyed learning more about Edwin and what drives him to pursue his ambitions.

If you want to connect with Edwin, here are his details:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hoekmantegelwerken/ 

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In this episode, we are lucky and grateful to speak with Paul Sakoua from Island Tiling in Tasmania.

Meet Paul, a professional tiler who turned his passion for craftsmanship into a thriving business. With years of experience laying intricate patterns and perfecting every grout line, Paul decided to take the leap and become his own boss. Now, he enjoys the freedom to choose his projects and the satisfaction of seeing his creative visions come to life.

Being an entrepreneur allows Paul to set his own schedule, build lasting client relationships, and ensure that every job meets his high standards. His journey from skilled tradesman to successful business owner is a testament to the power of dedication and self-belief.

If you want to connect with Paul, here are his details:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/island_tiling_/

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In this episode, we are grateful to speak with David Cullen, CEO of Caesrsrtone Australia.

Join us as we explore the story behind the leading stone benchtop provider in the domestic market and the incredible challenges they faced due to the rapid implementation of bans on the use of crystalline silica.

Caesarstone® is a global leader in premium surfaces, a forerunner of porcelain surfaces, and the pioneer of multi-material benchtops, having been at the forefront of this category since 1987. They design, manufacture, and market engineered stone surfaces that secure safety and guarantee durability to bring everlasting beauty for residential and commercial applications, indoors and outdoors.

If you want to connect with David Cullen and Caesarstone Australia, here are the details:

Website: https://www.caesarstone.com.au/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/caesarstoneau/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CaesarstoneAU

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In this episode, we are honoured to have a guest join us from  Australia’s largest tile retailer, Beaumont Tiles. They opened their first premises in Adelaide during the 1960s and have been specialising in tiles, bathroom ware, hard flooring, tools, and accessories ever since. What started as one showroom in Grote Street, Adelaide, is now a network of 115 showrooms, Studios, Clearance Centres, and Trade Centres across Australia.

Ryan Roberts is a driven Interior Designer with extensive experience, currently working at Beaumont Tiles as a National Strategic Designer, Product Developer and Trend Forecaster. He has a strong background and understanding of Design and Project Management, with proven success leading teams to achieve project goals with a high level of client satisfaction. Ryan is dedicated to the company’s growth and success, with a positive outlook and a strong balance of design, delivery, and technical knowledge. Ryan is passionate about design, adventure and life and has a Bachelor of Technology in Interior Design.

If you want to connect with Ryan Roberts or check out more from Beaumont Tiles, here are the details:
Linkedin:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/ryan-roberts-3a03682a/

Website: https://www.beaumont-tiles.com.au/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/beaumont.tiles/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/beaumonttiles

Sponsor: https://lauxesgrates.com.au

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Are you tired of inefficient and outdated methods of screeding floors? The next frontier in screeding floors is here, and it promises to revolutionise how we approach this crucial task. With cutting-edge technology and innovative techniques, this new frontier offers more efficient, precise, and cost-effective ways to screed floors than ever before. Don't settle for less than the best. Join the screeding revolution and discover the next frontier in flooring today!

In this episode, we have an exclusive interview with Colin and Kristy Scougall, the masterminds behind Screedex - a revolutionary Screed Flooring System. Colin’s extensive experience as a tiling installer motivated him to unleash his creativity and invent this state-of-the-art flooring tool product.

Strap yourself in and listen to how you can elevate your screeding projects, whether large or small, with unparalleled speed, accuracy, and level precision.

If you want to connect with Colin or Kristy at Screedex, here are the details:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/screedex_/
Linkedin:  https://www.linkedin.com/company/screedex/
YouTube: https://youtube.com/@screedex?si=cOxQlr5qgcZ55V8p
Website: https://screedex.com/

Sponsor: https://lauxesgrates.com.au/ 

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On today’s episode, we interview Fineas Pintilie, the owner of Premium Edge Tiling. Fineas is a young and enthusiastic business owner who is passionate about the craft of tile installation.

Premium Edge Tiling is a trusted name in the tiling industry, offering high-quality solutions for residential and commercial projects throughout South East Queensland.

This company is committed to using only the highest-quality materials and the latest industry techniques to create durable and visually stunning tiling installations. It understands the importance of open communication and transparency, and its friendly staff is always available to address any questions or concerns customers may have.

Here are the details if you want to connect with Fineas or Premium Edge Tiling.
Socials: https://www.instagram.com/edge_tiling/
Website: https://premiumedgetiling.com.au/
Email: [email protected]

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In this episode of Tiling Connect, we welcome back to the program Luca Lapenna. 

Luca is the Director of Aesthetic Tile & Stone, a tile installation company specialising in custom residential projects based in southeast Queensland. He is also the founder of The Tile Supply, a tile design showroom on the Gold Coast with an online store.

Luca started his journey in the tiling industry as an apprentice in 2007 and completed his apprenticeship in 2011. From the beginning, he had a strong vision of starting his tile company.

In 2012, he founded Aesthetic Tiling, which recently won the 2021 Australian Small Business Champion Award in the Trade Services category. Luca aimed to challenge the negative stereotypes associated with tradies and change people’s perceptions of them.

He takes pride in delivering quality service and has built well-established companies with many employees, including office staff, operations, supervision, and field technicians. Aesthetic Tile & Stone has built strong relationships across the industry, including tile supply outlets, private clients, builders, and developers. The Tile Supply design showroom in Bundall, Gold Coast, is revolutionising how you envision your next tile project.

If you want to connect with Luca, The Tile Supply or Aesthetic Tiling, here are the details:
Contact: https://www.linkedin.com/in/luca-lapenna-0b481657/
Website: https://thetilesupply.com.au/
Website: https://aesthetictiling.com.au/

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