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Tradies Who Lead

Welcome to Tradies Who Lead, the podcast about everyday leadership for everyday legends. Join Ashley Belteky, a diesel mechanic by trade, as she talks to a diverse range of tradies from across industries to uncover their leadership journeys and the tools of the trade they use to lead. From hard-learned lessons to practical strategies you can apply in your work, this podcast celebrates how tradespeople are leaders on the job site, in their businesses, and in their lives. Ready to level up your

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00:32:33

Leading with Purpose: Lessons from Jim Penman and the...

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2025/10/27

We’re wrapping up Season 1 with a legend of Australian business — Jim Penman, the founder and CEO of Jim’s Group.What began as a one-man mowing business has grown into a network of more than 5,600 franchisees across 50+ divisions and a brand every Australian knows. But behind the success is a leader driven by purpose, people, and community.We explore what leadership means to Jim, how he stays personally connected to every franchisee’s success, and why genuine care and mentorship are at the heart of

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00:28:48

Chasing Perfection: How to Build Leaders and Empower...

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2025/10/13

In this episode of Tradies Who Lead, we’re joined by Adam Hall, Managing Director and Co-Founder of AH Fencing, one of Australia’s fastest-growing commercial security fencing companies. From a small start-up to a multi-state operation, Adam has built a business driven by culture, excellence, and innovation.We explore what leadership looks like on a day-to-day basis, how to empower your team to make decisions without needing your approval, and practical strategies for mentoring and coaching

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00:35:15

Level Up Your Leadership Skills: Listening, Coaching,...

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2025/09/29

In this episode, we’re joined by a legend in the building sector, Mick Hawes. As the host of The Toolshed Podcast and founder of Builders Business Blackbelt, Mick has spent years coaching and mentoring builders to transform their businesses from stressful, time-consuming operations intoprofitable and fulfilling enterprises. We explore what leadership truly means, the blind spots that hold many builders back, and the leadership habits that make or break a team. Mick also offers practical advice for

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00:23:47

From Apprentice to Leader: How to Show Up as a Leader...

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2025/09/15

You don’t need a title to lead. You just need to take more responsibility. In this episode of Tradies Who Lead, I catch up with Leon Simmons, a 4th-year electrical apprentice in Melbourne who made the bold decision to leave job security and high pay behind to pursue a new career on the tools.Leon shares how he uses social media to document his journey as a mature-aged apprentice, and what started as sharing tools and tips turned into community building with other tradies. We discuss what great

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Ep 14 Tradies Who Lead - Harry Murtough

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2025/09/01

In this episode of Tradies Who Lead, we’re joined by Harry Murtough, editor of The Tradie magazine—a trusted voice in the industry for over 20 years. From apprentices to small business owners, The Tradie reaches those on the tools, sharing insights, wins, and the real challenges tradies face every day.Harry takes us behind the scenes of what it means to lead as a storyteller and reflects on how self-awareness and wisdom play a role in the way we show up for others. We also dive into the importance

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Ep 13 Tradies Who Lead - Dave Malone

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2025/08/18

What’s the difference between managing and leading — and why does it matter on a job site? In this episode of Tradies Who Lead, Dave Malone from SMD Projects shares the leadership lessons he’s learned across two decades in the construction industry. From owning your mistakes to communicating clearly under pressure, Dave unpacks what it takes to build trust and lead a high-performing team.If you’ve ever felt the weight of keeping a crew on track while also trying to grow your business, this one’s for

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Ep 12 Tradies Who Lead - Stacey Combe

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2025/08/04

In this episode, we dive into the power of mindfulness, presence, and leading from within and how these tools can help us show up better at work and as leaders.We’re joined by Stacey Combe, a mindful career mentor who brings calm to the chaos of the construction industry. Stacey works with everyone from site managers to designers, helping them navigate pressure, expectations, and the mental load of fast-paced environments. Her practical, down-to-earth approach makes mindfulness feel accessible and

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Ep 11 Tradies Who Lead - Chad Perry

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2025/07/21

In this episode of Tradies Who Lead, we’re joined by Chad Perry, director of Trik Con Construction and founder of Master Form Concrete Academy. With over 20 years of experience in the construction industry, Chad shares what he has learned from building a successful concreting business and why he’s passionate about helping others achieve the same success. From technical mastery to business mindset, Chad is committed to mentoring the next generation of tradies through real-world experience and

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Ep 10 Tradies Who Lead - Jonno McCartney

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2025/07/07

In this episode of Tradies Who Lead, we’re joined by Jonno McCartney, the Director of Prolink Trade Group. Jonno brings a refreshing approach to leadership in the trades with his unique mix of grit, heart, and kindness. In a trade world where toughness and technical knowledge often rule, Jonno is committed to leading with heart, building strong, purpose-driven communities, connecting with people and empowering others to grow.We dive into Jonno's leadership journey, where it all began, and his top

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00:23:22

Ep 9 Tradies Who Lead - Gavin Cribb

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2025/06/23

In this episode, we’re joined by Gavin Cribb, a seasoned leader in the automotive industry with over 30 years of experience. From starting out as an apprentice at Ford to now leading a team of 70 trainers as an Education Manager at Bendigo Kangan Institute, Gavin shares the leadership lessons he’s picked up.Gavin shares practical leadership lessons that apply to all trades. We delve into the importance of building rapport and trust with your team, the pitfalls of one-size-fits-all leadership, and

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Ep 8 Tradies Who Lead - Louise Azzopardi

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2025/06/09

In this episode, we’re joined by Louise, a heavy vehicle mechanic turned life coach and workshop facilitator. Louise began her trade journey at just 15, going on to represent Australia at the 2017 WorldSkills international competition, placing 4th in the heavy vehicle maintenance category.Now, she’s using her experience to empower other women in trade by helping them overcome imposter syndrome, manage anxiety, and develop the confidence to lead tough conversations and be role models in their

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Ep 7 Tradies Who Lead - Chris Hale

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2025/05/26

In this episode of Tradies Who Lead, I'm joined by Chris Hale, a Sales Manager in the wind energy industry who brings a fresh perspective on leadership in leading industries. Linking his upbringing in sports and coaching, Chris shares how those lessons have shaped his leadership style—especially when leading teams with more years of experience than his own. We explore how flexible leadership, strong partnerships, inclusive training environments and commitment to diversity drive change across both

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Ep 6 Tradies Who Lead - Andrew Hopkins

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2025/05/12

Join me for this episode of Tradies Who Lead with Andrew Hopkins, a Melbourne-based carpenter, business owner, digital content creator, and father. Hoppo's journey is one many tradies will relate to. For over eight years, he's led teams through his business, Hopkins Construction, while building an online presence that showcases the opportunities within the trade community.We discuss what it means to lead a team onsite, represent the industry online and how parenthood and self-awareness have changed

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Ep 5 Tradies Who Lead - Aaron Huey

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2025/04/28

In this episode, we’re joined by Coach Huey, a construction mental health advocate, life coach, and founder of Hustletalk Coaching. With over 20 years in the industry and a personal journey through stress, anxiety, and single fatherhood, Aaron shares practical insights on navigating mental wellbeing in the trades. We discuss how both masculine and feminine energy plays a role in leadership and why connecting beyond surface-level banter can build stronger teams and create safer cultures onsite. If

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Ep 4 Tradies Who Lead - Raman Badekar

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2025/04/14

In this episode, we are joined by vocation guru Raman. With international training and education experience, Raman shares his practical advice on training and mentoring others more effectively in the workplace so we can skill our future workforce. We cover how our interpersonal and communication skills can become more important than our technical skills when showing up as everyday leaders. If you want to level up your training and mentoring skills, this episode is for you! Don’t miss out! New

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Ep 3 Tradies Who Lead - Bardie Somerville

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2025/03/31

Content Warning: This episode discusses suicide, which may be triggering for some listeners. In this episode, we chat with Bardie Somerville, founder of The Shift, a platform dedicated to equipping tradies with tools for life. Bardie tells her journey of struggling with mental health as a tradie and the powerful ways we can turn our pain into our power. Sharing the importance of authenticity and getting to know ourselves, Bardie shares practical tips for regulating our nervous system on the job site

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Ep2 Tradies Who Lead - Matt Gilbert

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2025/03/16

Join me for this episode of Tradies Who Lead with Matt Gilbert, a mechanic turned workshop manager for a large civil mining company. We discuss practical strategies to build trust with your team, manage disruptive peers and show up authentically as a leader by finding your own leadership ‘flavour’. This episode is a gold mine of actionable advice that will supercharge your leadership whether you are a tradie, leading hand, supervisor or manager. Don’t miss out! New episodes drop every fortnight

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Ep 1 Tradies Who Lead - Dave & Cat McCarthy

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2025/03/02

Join me for the first episode of Tradies Who Lead as I chat with Dave and Cat McCarthy, the founders of the award-winning business McCarthy Plumbing Group. In this conversation, we dive into the leadership nuances of making the leap from managing someone else's business to running your own. We explore the power of authentic company culture and the importance of continuous improvement at all levels – from individual development to team dynamics and the entire organisation. Ready to level up your

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Series Trailer - Tradies Who Lead

Tradies Who Lead ·

2025/02/23

Welcome to Tradies Who Lead, the podcast about everyday leadership for everyday legends. Join Ashley Belteky, a diesel mechanic by trade, as she talks to a diverse range of tradies from across industries to uncover their leadership journeys and the tools of the trade they use to lead. From hard-learned lessons to practical strategies you can apply in your work, this podcast celebrates how tradespeople are leaders on the job site, in their businesses, and in their lives. Ready to level up your

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