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UpScale - Build your profitable Trade and Construction business
The #1 Business Podcast for Service and Trade-based business owners who want to take control of their lives and understand the Road Map towards financial Freedom through their business. Join Industry-leading Coaches Mitch Van and Erina Roch with world-class experts as we discuss all things business, Marketing, leadership, Growth and more. Get instant access to tools, tips, tricks and hacks that have helped to explode thousands of businesses just like yours.
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- UpScale - Build your profitable Trade and Construction business
If You Haven’t Done This Yet: How to Fill Your Trade Business Books for 2026 - Ep 298
What should you have already done to fill your books for 2026, if you’re running a trade business?Right now, you’re busy. The phones are ringing, jobs are…
- UpScale - Build your profitable Trade and Construction business
How to Get Your Tradies Team Fired Up After the Break - Ep 297
Need to reset, refocus, and get your team firing after the break?In this episode, Head Coach Luke sits down with Accounting Coach Erina to talk about what it…
- UpScale - Build your profitable Trade and Construction business
How Tradies Win Work in Small Towns - Ep 296
In this episode, our coach Brendan Marshall, a sparky and the owner of Supreme Electrical, sits down to share what it really takes to win consistent work in a…
- UpScale - Build your profitable Trade and Construction business
Your Tradie Business Gets Stronger the Second You Build a Roadmap
This episode shares real growth stories from our tradie community and reflects on the wins, lessons, and progress made throughout 2025. Mitch and Erina break…
- UpScale - Build your profitable Trade and Construction business
5 Cold Calls = One Hot Lead: A Game Changer for Tradies
Erina, our Accounting Coach and Co-founder, teams up with sales experts Tom and Lachy to tackle one of the biggest challenges for business owners: cold…
- UpScale - Build your profitable Trade and Construction business
The Woman Behind the Business - From One Van to 10 on the Road - Ep 295
In this episode, Erina sits down with Jade from Martin & Co Electrical to talk about what life really looks like behind the scenes of a growing electrical…
- UpScale - Build your profitable Trade and Construction business
Real Growth Stories From Our Tradie Community - Ep 294
In this end of year episode, Mitch and Erina sit down to reflect on an incredible year inside the UpScale tradie community. They share the biggest client wins…
- UpScale - Build your profitable Trade and Construction business
How Marco Grew Everlasting Painting in 2 Years
We always love jumping on a podcast with our clients. Today, we’ve got Marco from Everlasting Painting (https://www.everlastingpainting.com.au/) on the show to…
- UpScale - Build your profitable Trade and Construction business
7 Profit Killers Every Tradie MUST Avoid
Your tradie business is busy and you’re making money but at the end of the month, there’s nothing left?Our coaches know how important it is to understand your…
- UpScale - Build your profitable Trade and Construction business
Growth Lab Explained: The Fast-Track System for Solo Tradies
Our coaches Mitch and Marc break down our Growth Lab Coaching program designed for one-man-band tradie businesses.Need help growing your business? Follow us on…
- UpScale - Build your profitable Trade and Construction business
5 Tips to Get More Work Through Paid Advertising in 2026 - Ep 293
Our digital marketing expert Jordan and head coach Mitch give you 5 tips to get more work through paid advertising in 2026 and grow your trade business.Need…
- UpScale - Build your profitable Trade and Construction business
A Tradie Wife’s View: What It Really Takes to Grow a Plumbing Business.- Ep 292
Our coach Erina sits down with Chloe from Gilmour Plumbing to talk about the struggles in business from a tradie wife’s perspective.Need help growing your…
- UpScale - Build your profitable Trade and Construction business
How a $29 ticket tripled my Plumbing Business - Ep 291
How a $29 ticket changed my Plumbing Business. Michael (www.plumbedright.com.au) walked into our Perth event at 50K… 12 months later, he’s at 170K.Imagine what…
- UpScale - Build your profitable Trade and Construction business
How Tradies Can Use AI to Save Time and Cash - Ep 285
If you are running a trade business and feel buried in admin, constant calls, quoting, or chasing numbers, this episode will open your eyes. Follow us on IG…
- UpScale - Build your profitable Trade and Construction business
Stop Winging it, Build a Roadmap - Ep 289
Too many tradies are winging it day to day without a real plan, and it shows in their cash flow, workload, and stress levels.Need help growing your business?…
- UpScale - Build your profitable Trade and Construction business
Answer Your Phone! Here’s What You’re Missing - Ep 288
January slowdowns hit tradies hard, but they don’t have to catch you by surprise.Need help growing your business? Follow us on IG for daily Content for your…
- UpScale - Build your profitable Trade and Construction business
3 Marketing Mistakes Killing Tradie Leads - Ep 287
How to turn dollars into more dollars? In this episode, our Host and Head Coach Mitch sits down with Jordan, our marketing genius who has helped hundreds of…
- UpScale - Build your profitable Trade and Construction business
Know Your Numbers or Go Broke - Ep 286
Knowing your numbers is pure power. It is the difference between guessing your way through each month and confidently building a healthy, profitable trade…
- UpScale - Build your profitable Trade and Construction business
Part 4/4 : Replacing yourself. Hiring an ops Manager - Stages of business Ep 284
Every tradie business owner hits that point where the workload grows faster than you can handle. You’re running jobs, managing the team, doing quotes, chasing…
- UpScale - Build your profitable Trade and Construction business
Guess who's writing a book? Ep 284
Our coach is taking a well-deserved break to write a book. What’s it about, and when will it be released? Follow us on IG for daily Content for your Trade…
- UpScale - Build your profitable Trade and Construction business
Hiring your first admin: Stages of business Part 3/4 - Ep 283
Your business is growing fast, the phone’s ringing non-stop, and somehow you’re still on the tools while juggling quotes, invoices, and paperwork. Sound…
- UpScale - Build your profitable Trade and Construction business
Fired Up, Not Burnt Out: Keep Your Tradie Crew Motivated - Ep 282
The holidays can be a pressure cooker for tradie business owners: long hours, tight deadlines, and crews that are running on fumes. In this episode, Coaches…
- UpScale - Build your profitable Trade and Construction business
Stay Busy Over Christmas, Not Broke in January - Ep 281
Flat-out in December but broke in January? Head Coach Dave and Accounting Coach Larry share easy, practical tips to help tradies stay busy, manage cash flow…
- UpScale - Build your profitable Trade and Construction business
1 on 1 Tradie Coaching vs Group Coaching: What’s Best for Your Trade Business? - Ep 280
Have you ever wondered what the real difference is between 1 on 1 Coaching and Group Coaching? Which one actually works best for your trade business, and what…
- UpScale - Build your profitable Trade and Construction business
Building a Trade Business with Jarrad Sharp (Sharpairconditioning) - 279
This month, we’re talking about the different stages of business , the challenges, the key steps you need to take to move through each one, and how to overcome…
- UpScale - Build your profitable Trade and Construction business
The Blueprint for Starting a Successful Trade Business Part 2/2
You’ve just started your trade business — you’re busy, wearing all the hats, and figuring out how to handle your bookkeeping and marketing. Yep, we get it!…
- UpScale - Build your profitable Trade and Construction business
The Blueprint for Starting a Successful Trade Business Part 1/2
Thinking about starting your own trade business or just getting started? This episode is a must-listen.Need help growing your business?Follow us on IG for…
- UpScale - Build your profitable Trade and Construction business
Smart Tradie Strategies to convert More Jobs- Ep 277
In this episode, Coach Dave sits down with Blew to chat about one of the biggest challenges tradie business owners face converting more jobs and winning more…
- UpScale - Build your profitable Trade and Construction business
Hiring, Growing, and Getting Off the Tools - Ep 276
In this episode, Coach Duncan sits down in the UpScale studio with Tim from Sparkle Window Cleaning. Tim has been an absolute weapon lately — landing more work…
- UpScale - Build your profitable Trade and Construction business
The Tradie Roundtable: Real Talk with UpScale Mentors -Ep 275
If you run a trade business and want to grow, this episode is a must-listen. Our Head Coach Mitch sits down with 13 successful trade business owners to talk…
- UpScale - Build your profitable Trade and Construction business
5 Things Every Tradie Should Do Before the Silly Season - Ep 274
Make sure you’re winning this Silly Season! 🎄Need help growing your business? Follow us on IG for daily Content for your Trade Business…
- UpScale - Build your profitable Trade and Construction business
Tradie Tips: How to Keep Cash Flowing During the Holiday Slowdown - Ep 273
The festive season can hit your business hard from the extra costs to the downtime and slower payments, it’s easy for cash flow to dry up if you don’t plan…
- UpScale - Build your profitable Trade and Construction business
How This Tradie Lost 25 Kilos and Transformed His Life & Business - Ep 272
What happens when you decide to take control not just of your business, but your entire life?Need help growing your business? Follow us on IG for daily Content…
- UpScale - Build your profitable Trade and Construction business
Winning Back Time - Numbers Made Simple - Ep 271
Running a trade business can feel like a never-ending cycle — quotes, invoices, team issues, and late-night paperwork. But it doesn’t have to be that way.Need…
- UpScale - Build your profitable Trade and Construction business
Do Tradies Really Need a CRM? - Ep 270
Running a trade business is hard enough without chasing quotes, losing track of jobs, or forgetting client follow-ups. In this episode, Christian, Electrical…
- UpScale - Build your profitable Trade and Construction business
Tradie Upsells That Add 30% Growth – Ep269
If you’re already doing the work, why not get paid more for it? In this episode, Mitch and Head Coach Thomas Marshall break down how tradie business owners can…
UpScale - Build your profitable Trade and Construction businessTradies: Make your Cash Flow sexy again! - Ep268
Cash flow is the lifeblood of your trade business — but if you’re not forecasting it properly, you’re basically flying blind. Need help growing your business?…
UpScale - Build your profitable Trade and Construction businessWhat Coaching Really Looks Like for Tradies - Ep 267
Ever wondered what business coaching actually looks like for tradies? 🤔 In this episode, UpScale Founders Mitch and Erina pull back the curtain on the real…
UpScale - Build your profitable Trade and Construction businessFrom 3 Sparkys to 12 - How Tim Built a Profitable Electrical Business - Ep 266
If you’re ready to step away from the tools and start running your business like a business, this episode is a must-listen. Coach Brandon Lewis sits down with…
UpScale - Build your profitable Trade and Construction businessTradie Sales Hacks with Ryan Tuckwood - Ep 265
Do you want more work but hate the idea of coming across as too salesy? 👷♂️ This is the episode for you.We’re stoked to be joined by Sales Master Ryan…
UpScale - Build your profitable Trade and Construction businessThese simple systems Changed My Construction Business - Ep 264
In this episode, Coach Dave sits down with one of our powerhouse clients, Tommy Kim from Kanan Steel to talk about how he transformed his trade business from…
UpScale - Build your profitable Trade and Construction businessTradie Tips: Prepping Your Team for the Crazy Season - Ep 263
The end-of-year rush and seasonal peaks can make or break a tradie business. In this episode, our Co-Founder Erina and UpScale Coach Brandon Lewis and Trade…
UpScale - Build your profitable Trade and Construction businessYou Can Be the Best Sparky, But Business Is a Different Game - Ep 262
In this episode, our Head Coach Luke sits down with Nathan and Nathan from https://n2electrical.com.au/ What started as a side hustle while holding down…
UpScale - Build your profitable Trade and Construction businessNailing Difficult Staff Conversations for 70% Better Efficiency - Ep 261
Our Co-Founder and Head Coach Mitch and Head Coach Kirk are finally back together in the studio—and they’re tackling one of the biggest challenges tradie…
UpScale - Build your profitable Trade and Construction businessStop Doing It All. Find Your Niche and Win - Ep 260
Trying to do it all can leave your business stretched thin — and your profits slipping. In this episode of the UpScale Business Podcast, we show tradies why…
UpScale - Build your profitable Trade and Construction businessTradie Tips: How Your Tonality Could Be Costing You Sales - Ep 259
Your tone can make or break a sale even if your offer is solid. In this episode of the UpScale Business Podcast, our Co-Founders Mitch & Dave share their…
UpScale - Build your profitable Trade and Construction businessThe 10% Discount That’s Costing Tradies 50% of Their Profit - Ep 258
Do you feel worthless when you’re not on the tools or the phone isn’t ringing? You’re not alone. A lot of tradies cut their prices just to land work — even if…
UpScale - Build your profitable Trade and Construction businessTradie Tips: Ask the Right Questions to Win Better Jobs – Ep 257
In this episode of the upScale Podcast, our Sales Team Leader sits down with Growth Specialist Felix to break down a sales truth every tradie needs to know…
UpScale - Build your profitable Trade and Construction businessTools and Tactics to Handle Rejection and Grow Your Trade Business- Ep 256
In this episode of the upScale Podcast, Head Coach Mitch chats with Daisy from our Sales team about one of the toughest parts of running a trade business…
UpScale - Build your profitable Trade and Construction businessTradie Leads: Never Miss Another Opportunity - Ep 255
In this episode of the upScale Podcast, Head Coach Mitch sits down with our Sales Expert and Team Leader Jason to help tradie business owners take control of…
UpScale - Build your profitable Trade and Construction businessHiring Changed Everything in My Carpentry Business - Ep 254
In this episode, our coach Dave sits down with Jaymie from JKD Constructions who runs a busy carpentry business to talk about one game-changing move: hiring…
UpScale - Build your profitable Trade and Construction businessTradie Business Coaching Explained: Why UpScale Is Different from Other Coachess - E 253
Running a trade or construction business can feel like a never-ending juggle — quoting jobs, managing staff, keeping clients happy, and somehow finding time…
UpScale - Build your profitable Trade and Construction business3 Interview Styles That Actually Work for your Tradie Business -Ep 246
Hiring again? Don’t just “wing it” this time.In this episode, Coaches Brandon and Em break down 3 practical interview styles that actually work for trade and…
UpScale - Build your profitable Trade and Construction businessMake 25% More Revenue for your Trade Business with Smart Upselling - Ep 132
You’ve done it — you’re off the tools, your systems are automated, and profits are looking solid. So now what? In this episode, Head Coach Kirk and Sales…
UpScale - Build your profitable Trade and Construction businessWhy Most Tradies Wait Too Long to Hire - Ep 243
Our coaches Emily and Dave dive into real client dramas, headaches, and day-to-day challenges tradies are facing right now.Business coaching isn’t just about…
UpScale - Build your profitable Trade and Construction businessFrom Tradie Apprentice to Entrepreneur (Ep 249)
In this episode of the UpScale Business Podcast, Mitch Van chats with Jarrad Sharp, owner of Sharp Air Conditioning in Perth (www.sharpairconditioning.com.au)…
UpScale - Build your profitable Trade and Construction businessThe Importance of Mental Health for Tradies (248)
Feeling overwhelmed, lost, and struggling to find time for family and mates — all while barely making a profit? You’re not alone. This is exactly how many of…
UpScale - Build your profitable Trade and Construction businessHow David 5x his turnover and scale his trade business - Ep 251
In this episode, Jason sits down with our client David McFarlane from DM Powersolutions to unpack how Upscale Business Coaching helped him 5x his turnover and…
UpScale - Build your profitable Trade and Construction businessSimple Systems, Big Results - Trade, Construction and Service Based Business Ep 245
UpScale founders Mitch & Erina are talking K.I.S.S. – Keep It Simple for Success.Let’s be honest—sometimes it feels like you can’t see the forest for the…
UpScale - Build your profitable Trade and Construction businessSpend more time doing the things you love - Trade, Construction and Service Based Business
Are you feeling overwhelmed by the daily grind of running your business? Did you start your business to live the life you want, but now find yourself bogged…