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00:41:06

#298 // The Lounge ft Heath Knight from Hspark...

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2026/05/05

Today Greg Crowe gets Heath Knight from Hspark Electrical on the lounge in the most PG way possible. We discuss workload, being quiet, the seasons of business, losing staff, gaining staff, the trade gods having a master plan, the importance of networking, plus much more. Always a good time having Heath on the pod so sit back, relax and get propelled into your tirade god ordained destiny of making money, building wealth + being kind. Much love xx. Insights from Heath Knight and Sparky Coach

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00:29:55

Ep #297 // The Crowe Show “Getting Back On Track +...

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2026/05/04

In this episode of “The Crowe Show” Greg Crowe takes us through the mid year reset. And while technically it’s May (ie not mid year), it’s amazing how much you need to check in with yourself (and your business) to make sure that you are still on track and that the wheels haven’t completely fallen off the wagon. As the French writer Antoine de Saint-Exupery says “a dream without a plan is just a wish”. So what do we dream about? That do you dream about? What are our goals? What are your goals? What

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00:26:38

Ep #296 // Sunday Skool “Getting Your Back End...

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2026/05/02

On todays Sunday Skool Cam takes us through how to ensure all your wholesalers, suppliers + catalogues are integrated so maximum office productivity. We all know the money is made or lost in the office so let’s get that back end dialled! The session includes, but is not limited to: -exporting supplier list from Xero-building out a simple spreadsheet to track (type of supplier, the account type, how often used, is it credit or cash account, does a credit account need to be setup, does the credit

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00:51:20

#295 // The Lounge ft Adam Bushell from AB Electrical...

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2026/04/30

In this lounge episode Cam sits down with Adam Bushell from AB Electrical + Communications via online sorcery aka zoom for a good chat in and around what it takes to run an electrical business. So much gold to take away in this one so sit back, relax + enjoy the pod. May the trade gods bless you in all your endeavours! Much love x SummaryIn this in-depth interview, Adam Bushall shares his journey from apprentice to successful electrical business owner. Discover key insights on building a team,

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00:33:22

#294 // Sunday Skool “Working Out Overtime Rates For...

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2026/04/25

In this Sunday Skool episode Joey takes us through how to work out OT rates for profitability. A common question we get here is “how much do I charge for after hours work?” and there are a couple of key parameters in which to hinge off to ensure that you are getting the $$ you need to in order to not just survive, but thrive. Side note to people who are still on the tools, make sure you are on costing an amount that is applicable to business growth (ie that you could afford to do if you were paying

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00:37:39

#293 // The Lounge // "Embracing Business Admin"

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2026/04/22

It's time to look at admin differently. How can i get my admin organised? How can I make my admin simple? How do I embrace it?You don't need to move heaven and earth, work with what you already have and just make it better! Spend some time, make some small changes and embrace the forgotten part of your business!keywordsbusiness administration, organization, logistics, email management, accounting, job management, purchasing, scheduling, payroll, efficiency summaryIn this episode of the

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00:38:23

#292 // The Crowe Show “How To Make More Money Per...

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2026/04/20

Ok so if you saw a job in a very simple format it would be as follows: -front costing (ie the quote / proposal) where you put forward a dollar amount of what you think you can do the job for-handling (ie the on site stage) where you deliver the on site work (ie labour + materials) -back costing where you check the job for gross + net profit -reflection where you decide “yes let’s do that again” or you decide to stop or change something -making sure the billable hours across the day made

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00:23:11

#291 // Sunday Skool “Purchase Orders”

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2026/04/18

Today Cam runs us through the use of purchase orders including, but not limited to: - why purchase orders will change your life and business - how purchase orders allow for a paper trail and documentation- the importance of alleviating supplier and billing disputes- improves job costings and profit tracking via correct use of purchase orders - automatic receipting, supplier integration and accounting integration- showed examples of Simpro and FergusIf you need any additional help navigating the main

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00:48:25

#290 // The Lounge “Navigating Profitability While...

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2026/04/15

The big dawgs (lol) Cam + Crowe are back on the lounge discussing navigating business profitability through the rising costs of doing business.In a world where the prices of billable labour, materials, fuel, copper, insurances, operating expenses, office labour (and so on and so on) are rising it has never been more important to know where your business is at. We need to be super conscious of our numbers (ie we need to know them back to front). We need to be super conscious of who we work for. We

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00:26:10

#289 // The Crowe Show “Ways To Hire”

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2026/04/13

Today we run you through how to hire (see list below if you are more of a visual person!)Keep being active in the community (ie meeting people) (gym, surf, ride, kids sport etc) Always check your existing network Always check your existing company culture (ie is it attractive to outsiders?) In all this make sure to water your own garden. (Ie take care of your existing people!)Are you happy with all your existing staff?Ask your staff if they know anyone Post on business Facebook + Personal Facebook +

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00:23:25

#288 // Sunday Skool “Time Sheets”

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2026/04/11

Today Cam runs us through time sheets including, but not limited to: -an overview on the importance of getting staff to submit daily timesheets-how time sheets provide accountability, transparency + pay accuracy-recognising that time sheets help the business owner not shoulder the weight of “remembering everything” LOL -providing examples of a spreadsheet type, a jotform type and a Simpro Digital From type timesheet template-runs through the difference between this type of timesheet and just doing a

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00:41:13

#287 // The Lounge “How To Make More Money Per Month”...

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2026/04/08

Cam + Crowe are back on the lounge talking about how to make sure you are making money every month. The short answer is that there are not many moving parts in a month. The major components are revenue, COGs, gross profit, other revenue, COO, net profit. The long answer is that of those major components, there are many nuances + ways to increase your net profit. Come with us as we break it down. Enjoy the pod xx SummaryThis episode explores how tradespeople and business owners can optimize their

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00:23:45

#286 // Sunday Skool “The Staff Check In”

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2026/04/04

Today we run through what would be traditionally known as a “staff performance review”.Personally I prefer to call it a staff check in, but hey let’s face it it’s pretty much the same thing. This is a form you can send over to them prior to catching up with the goal to get them thinking about how they are performing and what they could be doing better. We basically want to know how they are going both on and off site, and then set some KPI’s with them on what “doing a good job” looks like.See below

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00:46:24

#285 // The Lounge ft Sam Hooper from SBH Electrical

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2026/04/01

We are super lucky + blessed to have Hoops be a part of the coaching team here at Sparky Coach. He is an absolute wealth of knowledge. He has the innate ability + vision to execute items well before they are essential, which for me is why he (personally + professionally) is consistently progressing. What a time to be alive! Enjoy the pod x SummaryIn this engaging interview, Sam Hooper shares insights on business growth, effective hiring, the importance of holidays, and organic client acquisition

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00:39:13

#284 // The Crowe Show “How To Make $100,000 An Hour”

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2026/03/30

Ok ok so the title here may be a little misleading but in all seriousness is it? So many times in business we “walk past” the 1%ers, the 5%ers, the $100’s, the $500’s, the conversations, the phone calls, the sentences etc etc that can generate revenue and drive profits. It’s time that we stop, collaborate + listen (Vanilla Ice style!) and pick up the easy $$ + low hanging fruit. Hope you enjoy the pod xx SummaryIn this episode, Crowey shares candid insights on how business owners can maximize

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00:29:49

#283 // Sunday Skool “Building Out A CRM”

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2026/03/28

Today on Sunday Skool Joey walks us through how to create a basic CRM (Client Relationship Management). This kind of tool is essential when reaching out to new businesses (whether it’s a warm reach out, hot chip in or cold as ice). What’s colder than ice? Oxana. Lol. We have a sheets template that I would be happy to send over if you need one, but yeh enjoy the session as Joey runs you through the concept and how to components. Of course you can also use excellent ones through ready made apps such

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00:31:01

#282 // The Lounge “Working For The Right Clients” ft...

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2026/03/25

We say this all the time, but let’s beat the drums again…The wrong clients are worse than no clients. Now let’s say it one more time…The wrong clients are worse than no clients. Ok ok one more time for good measure…The wrong clients are worse than no clients. It’s all well and good to chase work, but are you chasing the right kind of work? What happens if you win the work? Do you even want it? Such an interesting convo tbh. Today Cam + Joey dive into what to look for in an ideal client, what are the

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00:55:29

#281 // The Crowe Show “There’s No ‘I’ In Invoicing”

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2026/03/23

On the weekend I was going through my notes folder and I noticed some dot points from an “invoicing” session I delivered maybe almost 5 years ago to this date. It definitely jumped out to me so I thought I would listen the trade gods and share all my thoughts in and around all things invoicing. So here’s a fresh take on one of my fave subjects! Enjoy the pod xx Mastering Invoicing: How to Make It the Best Part of Your WeekJoin us as Crowey shares his raw, honest insights on how efficient invoicing

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00:25:22

#280 // Sunday Skool “Deep Dive On Apprentice Rates +...

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2026/03/21

First and foremost, keep in mind we are not Fair Work or any governing body (although we are self appointed + self anointed from the trade gods lol). This session is meant for information + awareness purposes only. Now that the formalities (or disclaimers) are out of the way, let’s get down to Sunday Skool business. Today Cam runs us through the following:-apprentice wages overview base weekly rate, electrician licenence allowance, tool allowance and industry allowance which form the all purpose

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00:52:32

#279 // The Lounge ft Tom Ryan from Ryelec Automation

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2026/03/18

Today our good mate + all round lord Tom Ryan from Ryelec Automation sits down to chat through all things life + business. Each week in the Sparky Coach platform Tom runs our “Plus $1m Club” which aims to build community + foster business growth + increase profits + increase business owner productivity + more. We talk about the importance of exercise, morning routines, being effective + efficient in the office, home automation, prioritising business tasks, quoting + much more. Enjoy the pod xx From

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