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In this episode, we look at the bigger picture and discuss how digital tile viewing technology is changing the way we approach home design. We talk about the potential for this tool to transform the industry and make home renovation more accessible and enjoyable for everyone.

Leap Tools has an AR visualisation platform that removes the guesswork of choosing the right product. They are changing the way people buy online and in stores!

Meet Josh, a hardworking, passionate leader with a proven record of building high-performing sales and operations teams in high-growth start-ups. He’s grown teams and departments from the bottom up and defined and implemented transformational business processes that have significantly impacted growth and profitability. Josh built his career foundation in corporate sales and has honed and leveraged those skills at many highly successful start-ups.

I hope you enjoy this episode as much as I did speaking with Josh and that you get a few key takeaways that can help you strengthen your trade or business practices.

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Website: https://www.leaptools.com/
Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/joshuaruff/
Email: [email protected]

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Meet the extraordinary woman who embodies the true meaning of versatility, humility, and passion for learning. Naomi is a jack of all trades, easily mastering multiple skills and talents. Her unwavering dedication and commitment to excellence have earned her the respect and admiration of those around her.

Despite her remarkable achievements, Naomi remains grounded and humble, never letting success get to her head. She understands that true greatness lies not in one's accomplishments but in character and how they treat others. Her down-to-earth nature and genuine kindness make her a joy to be around, and her infectious positive attitude inspires those around her to be their best selves.

Naomi has an insatiable thirst for knowledge which sets her apart from the rest. She is an avid learner, always seeking to expand her horizons and broaden her understanding of the world. Her curiosity and eagerness to learn new things have led her to explore different fields, each time emerging with a newfound appreciation for the power of knowledge.

Naomi is a true inspiration to all who know her. Her unwavering dedication, humility, and passion for learning remind us that anything is possible if we are willing to work hard, stay humble, and never stop learning. She is a shining example of what it means to be a jack of all trades.

I hope you enjoy this episode as much as I did speaking with Naomi and that you get a few key takeaways that can help you strengthen your trade or business practices.

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Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/m.o.d.a.e/ 

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In this episode, we look at the future of the construction industry and the role that three young female entrepreneurs are playing in shaping it. From embracing new technologies to promoting diversity and inclusion, these women are leading the way towards a more innovative, sustainable, and equitable future for construction.

Future Lady Tradies (FLT) is an initiative that was established by Kayla, Aleah, and Taleah to offer support to apprentice girls in trades. They are all employed by Meka Recruitment, which recruits for construction. They hope to establish a panel of young women with the tools to consistently adapt to the needs on site.

I hope you enjoy this episode as much as I did speaking with Kayla, Aleah, and Taleah and that you get a few key takeaways that can help you strengthen your trade or business practices.

If you want to connect with Kayla, Aleah, or Taleah, here are the details:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/future-lady-tradies/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/futureladytradies/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100090517242555 

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Frank’s career in tiling and waterproofing began as a tiling apprentice over 30 years ago.

He’s gained invaluable experience in most industry sectors, including installing wall and floor tiles and waterproofing membranes. Later, supplying tiles, adhesives and membranes to builders and contractors and then developed chemical formulations of tile adhesives and membranes for an adhesive manufacturer.

Since then, Frank progressed into a consulting role for tiling and waterproofing, providing defects assessments and repair solutions for tiling and waterproofing defects and providing proactive defect prevention solutions for new construction.

He regularly provides expert witness reports for the Queensland Building and Construction Commission (QBCC), the Queensland Civil and Administrative Tribunal and the Magistrates Court on tiling and waterproofing related matters.

Following his appointment as MD of the Australian Master Tilers Association, Frank was engaged by the Queensland Building and Construction Commission to present contractor education seminars on Tiling and Waterproofing.

The AS 3958:2023 Installation of ceramic and stone tiles is now open for public comment. The draft can be found here: https://lnkd.in/gm2f8G3u Feedback closes soon!

I hope you enjoy this episode as much as I did speaking with Frank and that you get a few key takeaways that can help you strengthen your trade or business practices.  😀

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LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/frank-moebus-46263765/ 

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Chris is a seasoned General Manager with over two decades of experience in the building and construction industry. Early in his professional career, he began as a paving contractor and learned the ropes of working with installing products before transitioning into sales.

Chris has demonstrated experience working in Sales Management, Procurement, Business Strategy & Development, and General Management.

I hope you enjoy this episode as much as I did speaking with Chris and that you get a few key takeaways that can help you strengthen your trade or business practices.  😀

If you want to connect with Chris or Stone & Ceramic Tile Wholesalers, here are the details:
Website: https://www.sctw.com.au/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chris-ayres-488a49ba/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stoneandceramic_/ 

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In this episode, I caught up with Luke Chant, Owner of Hotwire Heating.

Luke is a very down to earth business owner with a pragmatic approach to building a successful company. For the past two decades, he’s worked tirelessly to create a high quality brand of underfloor and towel rail heating products.

Hotwire is a leading supplier to many major businesses throughout Australia.

Luke loves helping people grow their businesses and increase their bottom line.

If you want to learn more about Luke’s experiences, don’t miss reading or hearing some of his stories. I highly recommend it!

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/5-things-i-learnt-business-after-being-attacked-kangaroo-luke-chant

Youtube: https://youtu.be/xpe1uBl2utE

I hope you enjoy this episode as much as I did speaking with Luke and that you get a few key takeaways that can help you strengthen your trade or business practices.  😀 🎧

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LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lukechant/
Website: https://www.hotwireheating.com.au/

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In this episode, I caught up with Chris Stenhouse, Technical Sales Representative for Laticrete Australia.

Chris is a young and passionate sales professional with many years of experience in the tiling industry. He started in construction more than a decade ago as an apprentice tiler and steadily worked his way into running his own tiling business.

While being a self employed tiler, Chris surrounded himself with like-minded people who positively impacted his life.

Chris transformed his career from professional tiler to Technical Representative for Laticrete in 2020 and hasn’t looked back since.

I hope you enjoy this episode as much as I did speaking with Chris and that you get a few key takeaways that can help you strengthen your trade or business practices.  😀 🎧

If you want to connect with Chris or Laticrete, here are the details:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stennnogram/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chris-stenhouse-358328194/
Laticrete: https://au.laticrete.com/en/support-and-downloads/contact-us 

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In this episode, we chat with James Harrington, the Victorian State Manager for ScreedPro.

James is a young, driven, passionate and committed sales professional with many years of experience in floor preparation.

He has built superior skills and attributes in understanding business and customer needs and has exceeded expectations. James has a long career ahead of him, and it will be an exciting journey.

I hope you enjoy this episode as much as I did speaking with James and that you got some takeaways that can help you strengthen your trade or business practices.  😀

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Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/james-harrington-24ab9220/
ScreedPro: https://www.screedpro.com/ 

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Nick is a professional tiler and waterproofer based in Melbourne, Victoria. He has racked up twenty years of experience in tiling and ten years in waterproofing and epoxy flooring installations.

We connected via social media, and I immediately knew he had to be on the show!

Nick is incredibly passionate about the building and construction industry. He prides himself on delivering high quality work for his clients and is passionate about the building process.

The industry needs more people like Nick; as you’ll see from the images on his Instagram page, his team focuses on every single detail that builds a comprehensive framework for a unique finished tiled project.

I hope you enjoy this episode as much as I did speaking with Nick and that you got some takeaways that can help you strengthen your trade or business practices.  😀 🎧

If you want to connect with Nick, here are his details:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/precision.waterproofing/
Mobile: 0403 670 390

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

Since starting as an apprentice tiler in the industry in 2007 and completing a full apprenticeship in 2011, Luca had a strong vision of operating a tile company.

Aesthetic Tiling was born in 2012 and had the honour of winning the 2021 Australian Small Business Champion Awards - Trade Services category. Luca’s goal has been to change the way people think about tradies.

Priding himself on quality and service, Aesthetic Tile & Stone is a well-established company that employs many staff, including office, operations, supervision, and field technicians, with healthy relationships across tile supply outlets, private clients, builders, and developers.

I hope you enjoy this episode as much as I did speaking with Luca and that you got some takeaways that can help you strengthen your trade or business practices.  😀 🎧

If you want to connect with Luca Lapenna, here are his details:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/luca-lapenna-0b481657
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lucalapenna
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/luca.lapenna.1

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