Punch Ons, Paydays & Pissed-Off Teams – Let’s Talk About It

Your team spends 8 hours a day with you – that’s a huge chunk of their life… and you’ve got a massive influence on how that time feels.

With that comes big responsibilities – and plenty of challenges.

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In this episode, our founders Mitch & Erina share 3 tips to help you create a crew that actually loves showing up – the kind of team that clients rave about and that makes work feel way less like… well, work.

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If you're in Auckland and want to learn from our Coaches and hang out with other growth-focused tradie business owners, grab your seat at our Live Event. Tickets : only $29.

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In this episode, Brendan Marshall and Jordan Pizzica break down what’s changed in Google Ads this year — and yep, AI is shaking things up in a big way.

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They chat about what still works (like good ol’ manual campaigns), why high-intent keywords are gold, and how to keep your ad spend from going down the drain.

If you're a tradie running your own jobs or trying to grow your crew, this is a must-listen. You don’t need to be a tech wizard — just understand the basics and use the tools smart.

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Our coaches Mitch & Erina sat down with Sam Hei Hei, owner of Expression Doors, to chat about how he turned his business around — all while becoming a new dad and juggling a whole lotta life.

If you’ve ever felt like you’re doing it all and barely holding it together — this one’s for you.

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Marketing That Actually Understands Tradies

In this episode of The UpScale Business Podcast, Mitch Van chats with Darren Urquhart, founder of Rise Local (https://riselocal.com.au/) , about what really works in digital marketing for trade businesses today.

Plus, check out our website for a bunch of free resources and articles to help you level up:⁠ https://www.upscalecoaching.com.au⁠.

Darren shares what sets Rise Local apart—like building a team that actually gets what it’s like to run a business. We’re talking real entrepreneurial empathy, not just clicks and impressions.

If you're tired of marketing fluff and want sustainable growth that’s built on strategy, not guesswork—this episode is for you.

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Think Cold Outreach Doesn’t Work? Think Again.

In this episode of UpScale Business Coaching, Mitch and Erina talk about Cold Outreach—what’s working, what’s not, and how tradies are actually landing new clients without waiting around for referrals.

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They’re sharing real-life examples from clients, proven strategies, and even some eye-opening stats on how many clients you could be booking just by calling enough people.

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What does it really look like to go from solo sparkie to running a high-performing trade business? In this episode, we chat with Jake Jones — founder of GOAT Group — about his journey from starting out in Growth Lab to scaling up in our Accelerator program.

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Jake shares the highs, the hard lessons, and how business coaching with UpScale helped him go next level. With Jason from our crew tracking his progress from Day 1, this episode is a real look behind the curtain of what it takes to grow a successful trade biz.

💬 If you’re a tradie who knows you’re capable of more — more growth, more freedom, more control — this one's for you.

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Never heard of a USP? You’re not alone — but if you run a trade business, this one’s a game-changer.

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Coaches Erina and Em break down what a USP really is, why it matters, and how to build one that makes your business stand out (without sounding like every other sparky or builder out there). Tune in and learn how to sell your services with confidence and clarity.

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This week on the Upscale Business Podcast, Mitch sits down with Jason and Christian — business owners of Cabled In Electrical Solutions (https://cabledin.com.au/) — to unpack the real, raw journey behind growing a trade biz from scratch.

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We’ve got the tools you need to scale your business, automate, hire, and delegate.⁠ ⁠Book your call⁠⁠ with our team to talk strategy and learn more about our program.

They open up about the early chaos, scary financial lows, and the mindset shift that helped them claw their way out of debt and start building a legacy. If you’ve ever wondered how to get through the hard times, hire a solid team, or balance life and work without burning out — this one’s for you.

Key Takeaways:

• Building a biz isn’t about flash — it’s about freedom for your family

• Debt doesn’t mean defeat if you’ve got a game plan

• Great habits > quick wins

• Coaching gives you clarity when things feel cloudy

• Success is showing up for your team and your life

  
  

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"We tunnel vision so hard on it."
"Business is hard."
"There's no shortcut in business — you’ve gotta put the work in."

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Building a team that actually pulls their weight is one of the toughest parts of running a trade or construction business.

In this episode, Accounting Coach Erina sits down with Coaches Kirk & Dave to break down:

• How to attract top-quality staff

• What makes a great team player

• And how to know when it’s time to let someone go

This one’s packed with real talk and hard truths – perfect if you’re building a crew that’s in it for the long haul.

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