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Behind the Tools

Behind the Tools podcast is an inside look at tradespeople from all over the world. Each episode we bring on a guest to answer the real questions you have about life in the trades, running a business, and how to overcome the challenges that come with being a tradesperson. If you"re keen to join us as a guest, send an email to behindthetools@tradifyhq.com Brought to you by Tradify — the job management app trusted by 30,000+ tradespeople.

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00:33:28

#019 - Changing Careers With John Taylor (K9 Weed...

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2021/09/13

This week on Behind the Tools, we welcome John Taylor to the show. John runs K9 Weed Detection out of Invercargill, New Zealand, where he and his dog Wink track down and destroy invasive plant species. Join John and our host Michael as they talk about stacking up skills, changing careers, and putting an end to pests in New Zealand. If you're keen to be a guest on Behind the Tools, send an email to behindthetools@tradifyhq.com.

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00:30:39

#018 - Mental Health Support With Ed Ross (TradeMutt)

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2021/09/07

This week on Behind the Tools, we welcome Ed Ross to the show. Ed’s from TradeMutt, an Australian workwear brand providing professional mental health support to tradies, truckies, and blue-collar workers. If you or someone you know are in need of help, please reach out: UK (Samaritans) - 116 123 AU (Lifeline) - 13 11 14 https://mates.org.au/ NZ (Lifeline) - 0800 543 354 https://mates.net.nz/ Join Ed and our host Michael as they talk about clever clothing, culture changes, and asking your friends

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00:29:06

#017 - Tackling Tough Times With John McGrath (Man In...

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2021/08/31

This week on Behind the Tools, we welcome John McGrath to the show. John is a self-employed electrician from Mooncoin, Ireland, with over 20 years of experience in the trades. He also runs ‘Man In Shed’, a popular YouTube channel all about making things, from woodworking to electrical work, tools and tool reviews. Join John and our host Michael as they talk about trudging through tough times, balancing busyness, and creating clout through consistency. If you're keen to be a guest on Behind the

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00:41:53

#016 - Financial Priorities With Alison Warner...

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2021/08/24

This week on Behind the Tools we welcome Alison Warner to the show. Alison is the founder of Evolve and Grow Coaching in London, England, specialising in business coaching for construction and trade businesses. Join Alison and our host Michael as they talk about personal priorities, financial fears, and an eco-friendly future. If you're keen to be a guest on Behind the Tools, send an email to behindthetools@tradifyhq.com.

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00:30:56

#015 - Starting an HVAC Business With Tara Mcilvenie...

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2021/08/17

This week on Behind the Tools, we welcome Tara Mcilvenie to the show. Tara and her husband Rob run Connect Air and Refrigeration in Winmalee, a town in the misty Blue Mountains of NSW, Australia. Their busy HVAC business has five staff servicing both residential and commercial properties. Join Tara and our host Michael as they talk about starting from scratch, adept advisors, and engaging employees. If you're keen to be a guest on Behind the Tools, send an email to behindthetools@tradifyhq.com.

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00:35:04

#014 - Trade Students & Apprentices With Rachel...

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2021/08/10

This week on Behind the Tools, we welcome Rachel Griffiths to the show. Rachel owns half a local plumbing business in Flintshire, North Wales, providing maintenance, repair and installation services. Join Rachel and our host Michael as they talk about supporting students, winning work, and advancing as an apprentice. If you're keen to be a guest on Behind the Tools, send an email to behindthetools@tradifyhq.com.

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00:47:06

#013 - Subcontracting & Hiring With Brad & Shane...

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2021/08/03

This week on Behind the Tools, we welcome Brad and Shane Rawson to the show. These two brothers run Morphett Air, a 50-year-old HVAC company in Adelaide, South Australia. Join Brad, Shane, and our host Michael as they talk about successful subcontracting, wangling workers, and diversifying to avoid downtime. If you're keen to be a guest on Behind the Tools, send an email to behindthetools@tradifyhq.com.

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00:42:00

#012 - Apprentices & Mental Health With Peter Booth...

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2021/07/27

This week on Behind the Tools, we welcome Peter Booth (aka PB Plumber) to the show. Peter is a third-generation plumber and gas engineer running his own business in Loughborough, Leicestershire. Join Peter and our host Michael as they talk about his approach to apprenticing, tool theft, and men’s mental health. If you're keen to be a guest on Behind the Tools, send an email to behindthetools@tradifyhq.com.

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00:35:59

#011 - Starting a Business With Amy Barratt-Singh...

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2021/07/19

This week on Behind the Tools, we welcome Amy Barratt-Singh to the show. Amy runs her own electrical business ‘Amy the Sparky’ and podcast, Women in Trades, from her home in Packington, Leicestershire. Join Amy and our host Michael as they talk about starting a trade at 28, making money, and sexist sceptics. If you're keen to be a guest on Behind the Tools, send an email to behindthetools@tradifyhq.com.

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00:31:50

#010 - Recruitment & Culture With Ryan Englin (Blue...

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2021/07/14

This week on Behind the Tools, we talk hiring with Ryan Englin. Based in Arizona, Ryan runs Core Matters, a company that helps trade business owners attract & hire good workers. Join Ryan and our host Michael as they talk about recruitment red flags, considering company culture, and instructions for interviewing. If you're keen to be a guest on Behind the Tools, send an email to behindthetools@tradifyhq.com. Learn how to hire.

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00:42:50

#009 - Managing Enquiries & Hiring With Michael...

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2021/07/07

This week on Behind the Tools, we welcome Michael Chaplin to the show. Michael runs Tweed Electrical & Data in Tweed Heads, New South Wales, a growing business with big plans. Join Michael and our host (also called Michael), as they talk about learning lucrative lessons, enabling easy enquiries, and how to hire help. If you're keen to be a guest on Behind the Tools, send an email to behindthetools@tradifyhq.com.

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00:34:46

#008 - Self-Employed Struggles With Matt Newland...

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2021/06/29

This week on Behind the Tools, we welcome Matt Newland to the show. Matt runs Wyldecrest Services Ltd in Kent, England, specialising in utility services for park homes. Join Matt and our host Michael as they talk about rallying after redundancy, the power of punctuality, and DIY disasters. If you're keen to be a guest on Behind the Tools, send an email to behindthetools@tradifyhq.com.

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00:44:27

#007 - Customer Communication With Pete Langford...

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2021/06/21

This week on Behind the Tools, we welcome Pete Langford to the show. Pete runs Apex Construction in Nelson, New Zealand — a building company specialising in detailed renovations and new builds. Join Pete and our host Michael as they talk about aspiring apprentices, complex customer communications, and the truth about toiling in the trades. If you're keen to be a guest on Behind the Tools, send an email to behindthetools@tradifyhq.com.

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00:46:24

#006 - Digital Marketing & EVs With Jordan Farley...

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2021/06/15

This week on Behind the Tools, we welcome Jordan Farley to the show. Jordan runs Artisan Electrics in Cambridge, England, and a globally successful YouTube channel of the same name. Having sold his original business and grown another from scratch, Jordan knows a thing or two about running an electrical company. Join Jordan and our host Michael as they talk about YouTube yields, enthusiasm around EVs, and the curious case of the crazy cat cottage. If you're keen to be a guest on Behind the Tools,

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00:29:35

#005 - Talking Tax Time With Bryn Harwood (Tradies...

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2021/06/08

This week on Behind the Tools, we welcome Bryn Harwood to the show. Bryn runs Tradies Accountant out of Kangaroo Point, Queensland. Experts in the construction and trades industries, Bryn and the team help Aussie tradies manage their books and grow their businesses. Join Bryn and our host Michael as they talk turnover tips, transaction troubles, and tradies trying it on with the taxman. If you're keen to be a guest on Behind the Tools, send an email to behindthetools@tradifyhq.com.

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00:41:24

#004 - How To Win Work With Grant Speller (Essex...

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2021/06/01

This week on Behind the Tools, we welcome Grant Speller to the show. Grant owns and operates Essex County Electrical on the southeast coast of England. As an electrician with over 22 years of experience, Grant has been self-employed for a good part of his career. Join Grant and our host Michael as they talk about innovating with Instagram, excitement around EVs, and his most insane induction. If you're keen to be a guest on Behind the Tools, send an email to behindthetools@tradifyhq.com.

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00:35:02

#003 - Going Out On Your Own With Rob Francis (Air...

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2021/05/25

This week on Behind the Tools, we welcome Rob Francis to the show. Rob owns and operates Air Exchange out of sunny Sydney, Australia. As applied cooling specialists, they deal with heating and cooling on an industrial scale — from shopping centres to reactors. Join Rob and our host Michael as they talk about going out on your own, hiring your first employee, and growing a trade business from the ground up. If you're keen to be a guest on Behind the Tools, send an email to

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00:23:27

#002 - Hiring & Admin With Charlie Harrex (Harrex...

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2021/05/18

This week on Behind the Tools we welcome Charlie Harrex to the show. Charlie runs Harrex Electrical in Dunedin, New Zealand. It's a busy trade business with six staff working across both residential and commercial jobs. Join Charlie and our host Michael as they talk about admin anxiety, analysing applicants, and apprentice antics. If you're keen to be a guest on Behind the Tools, send an email to behindthetools@tradifyhq.com.

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00:41:24

#001 - Youtube Marketing With Nick Bundy (Nick Bundy...

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2021/05/09

In the first episode of Tradify’s ‘Behind the Tools’ podcast, Tradify CEO Michael Steckler sits down with Nick Bundy from Nick Bundy Electrical. Nick talks about life in the trades, amassing 47,000+ subscribers on YouTube, and how people sometimes think he’s related to a serial killer. If you're keen to be a guest on Behind the Tools, send an email to behindthetools@tradifyhq.com.

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