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Ladies with Tradies - WORKIN" THE TRADE, LIVIN" THE LIFE!

Ladies with Tradies

Grab a cuppa, or go through the coffee drive through, press play and buckle up Tradie business owners! We will cover things in this podcast that don"t shy away from the raw honest truth about business. It is hard, it is raw, and we also wanna deliver you all the tips and tricks you need to learn about business too.IN LOVE: How are you trekking in your relationship as a couple in business? Are you respecting each other? Are you finding it hard to toe the line between business and home? Do you

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EP 50: BENDERS, BEERS & BREAKING HABITS: A REAL CHAT...

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2025/10/14

In this episode, Kate sits down with Mind Health Bender founder and tradie-turned-mental-health-coach, Nick Blair, for a brutally honest chat about the stuff most people avoid — booze, bags, and breaking bad habits. They dive into how tradies and their partners can take small, realistic steps toward better mental health (without pretending they’ll never touch a drink again). This isn’t about guilt or going cold turkey — it’s about self-awareness, harm minimisation, and finding your own versio...

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EP. 49: Off the Hamster Wheel: How Stacey and Jeff...

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2025/09/16

In this raw and inspiring episode, we sit down with Stacey and Jeff Connell from Connell’s Building and Renovation, alongside their coach Teresa Mullins, to share how they stepped off the hamster wheel and built a business (and life) they actually love. From clashing over “office vs tradie” roles, drowning in tiny jobs, and battling burnout, to raising their rates, letting go of the stress, and working as a real team, this story is proof that change pays off.From a secret struggle with drinking to

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26:56

EP. 48: Sleepless No More: How Mel Helps Kids (and...

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2025/08/19

This week Kate is joined by her old friend Mel from The Little Sleeping Baby for a conversation that every parent with little ones needs to hear.Kate first met Mel years ago in Bendigo, when they were both diving into personal development. Back then, Mel had dreams of working with kids, but instead of becoming a teacher she became a certified baby and toddler sleep consultant. And as you’ll hear, it all started with her own son’s sleepless nights and the strain it put on her family.WHAT YOU’LL HEAR

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53:38

EP. 47: How Spring Tide Construction 6x’d Their...

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2025/07/15

Episode Summary In this heartfelt and unfiltered episode, we sit down with Kyle and Megan from Spring Tide Construction and their coach Shani to unpack how they transformed their building business from total burnout to booming success. From working 20-hour days and fighting to keep their relationship afloat, to six-folding their revenue and building a life they’re proud of, this episode is packed with raw moments, real takeaways, and serious inspo for tradie couples chasing more. Whether you’...

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31:34

EP. 46: How to Get More of the Right Jobs Without...

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2025/06/17

Russ Easther is the founder of Lead Partners Direct, a digital marketing veteran with over two decades of experience helping tradies ditch the guesswork and get real, qualified leads. Known for making the complex simple, Russ specialises in taking the risk out of marketing by offering tradie businesses exclusive, pre-qualified leads — without the fluff, gimmicks, or agency fees. With deep industry knowledge and a track record of helping businesses grow from $500k to $5M, Russ is the guy who m...

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34:35

EP. 45: James and Bec Ware: Ware Builders 'With...

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2025/05/20

James and Bec Ware are the husband-and-wife duo behind Ware Builders, a thriving, family-owned business in Berrigan. With 14 years in the industry, they’ve built a reputation for quality craftsmanship across new homes, renovations, extensions, and commercial projects, including school maintenance and hospital work. James’ journey into building started with an apprenticeship under his father, following in the footsteps of generations before him. But running a business the old-school way—70-80 ...

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39:48

EP. 44: Digital Marketing for Tradies: Getting the...

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2025/04/15

In this episode, we chat with Lex Stanley from Vastly Digital about how tradies can get the most bang for their buck when it comes to digital marketing. Lex shares her expertise on SEO, paid advertising, and the importance of understanding your numbers before jumping into marketing campaigns. She also breaks down why quick-fix marketing promises are often a trap and why small businesses should focus on conversion-driven strategies rather than just brand awareness. Plus, Lex spills the truth a...

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41:56

Priced Right: Mindset Shifts for Better Clients &...

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2025/03/18

Cory and Siobhan Gathercole are the powerhouse duo behind Evolve Projects, a thriving construction business built on resilience, adaptability, and a no-nonsense approach to growth. Cory’s journey began in carpentry, inspired by his uncle, and saw him complete his apprenticeship by 20 before spending a decade racing speedway in the UK. Returning to Australia, he worked in residential construction until an unexpected redundancy during COVID-19 pushed him to finally take the leap and start his ...

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51:08

EP. 42: Dollars & Sense—Why Knowing Your Numbers Will...

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2025/02/18

Get ready for a game-changing episode because today, I’m introducing you to someone who’s about to shake up the way you think about your business finances—Lyndon Russell! Lyndon is an Amazon bestselling author, a finance guru, and now, the newest trusted advisor here at Ladies With Tradies. He’s spent 15+ years working with small businesses (including heaps of tradies), and let’s be real—he gets it. He knows how bloody hard you work and how frustrating it is when the numbers aren’t stacking ...

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46:51

EP. 41: From Tarp to Triumph: Portwine Joinery’s...

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2025/01/21

Get ready to be blown away in this episode by the very humble, but very successful Cindy & Ash Portwine from Portwine Joinery!These guys built their business from nothing, Ash started in his backyard under a tarp 20 years ago then when Cindy came along they worked hard to grow, build an impeccable reputation, and have gone from strength to strength.This episode is a true showcase of what never giving up looks like. They have literally considered closing the doors on multiple occasions, bu...

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44:33

Why Early Retirement Didn’t Work for Me (and Why...

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2024/12/16

This week, Kate Muldoon, founder of Ladies with Tradies, sits down with Ops Manager Megan Jackson for a raw and honest conversation about the challenges of early retirement and the lessons learned from stepping back from the business she built.Kate shares her deeply personal journey of navigating mental health struggles, rediscovering her purpose, and the power of trusting yourself in a world full of conflicting advice. This episode is packed with insights for anyone who’s ever questioned the...

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29:51

EP 39: RICH & JOSIE: KEEPING IT REAL IN...

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2024/10/18

In this episode of Ladies with Tradies, we sit down with Australian Business Coach Rich Everett, a powerhouse in business transformation, to get real about the current challenges facing the trades industry. Rich brings a wealth of experience from his background in IT and management consulting, where he's helped some of the largest companies in Australia and beyond. Since 2015, he's dedicated his career to coaching business owners to simplify operations, boost profitability, and transform thei...

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EP. 38: Finding Your True Self: Overcoming Self Doubt...

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2024/09/24

In this episode, our very own Josie, CEO of Ladies with Tradies, gets raw and real about her personal journey to overcoming self-doubt and finding fulfillment. She opens up about the importance of knowing your true self, not just in business but in life.Josie chats about why self-care and acknowledging your own needs should never be put on the back burner, especially when running a business that can feel all-consuming. She talks about the cost of decisions – the ones we make and the ones we d...

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EP 37: COACH SHANI: THE COACH WHO MAKES YOU WANNA...

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2024/08/07

In this episode we chat with the incredible Shani Matheson from 'BrisVegas' in Queensland. Shani comes with an extensive background working in Trades businesses and has a nature about her that just makes you want to do well in business, and in life.Shani shares her great passions in coaching - seeing clients get results, and watching their teams succeed. Mostly, she adores seeing the Tradies gain confidence in themselves, and make shit tonnes of profit.She's your go to gal for all things fina...

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EP 36: HOW TO FIND A GREAT BOOK KEEPER: JANELLE &...

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2024/07/04

Meet our incredible trusted advisor, Janelle McCowatt from BAS to Basics - a book keeping comany with so much more, as well as our mutual client Tracey Brown, our long loved client and friend. Janelle and Tracey are both prominent figures in the Ladies with Trades network - we love them both dearly.When we hooked them up so that Tracey had some book keeping support, they clicked instantly.During this chat, we discussed the importance of accurate bookkeeping in business and the benefits o...

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EP 35: MEET THE COACH: TERESA MULLINS

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2024/07/03

Kate and Teresa, a business coach from Ladies with Tradies, discussed Teresa's background, coaching style, and the positive impact of coaching on both personal and business growth. We explored the challenges of being a coach, the importance of household budgeting - T's FAVE thing to do with clients, and the parallels between her recent exciting opportunity coaching her kids sports team and coaching business owners. Teresa is such a positive influence on her clients - they just love her -...

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52:47

UNNA GOLDSWORTHY & JOSIE: MOVEMENT, HEALTH & BUSINESS...

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2024/05/13

Welcome to another episode of "Ladies with Tradies: Working the Trade and Living the Life." This episode's guest interviewed by Josie, is Unna Goldsworthy - a wellness and performance coach and speaker specialising in behavioural change and exercise physiology. Join us as we dive into the importance of mental health awareness and practical strategies for daily support.May is Mental Health Awareness Month, and mental health is deeply intertwined with our day-to-day challenges and stress....

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45:06

BECK & ADAM KIELLOR: KEEPING YOUR HEAD IN THE GAME

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2024/02/06

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WHITEHOUSES & CARPENTRY: BE TRUE TO YOURSELVES

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2024/01/16

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KATE & JOSIE: FROM STRUGGLE COMES STRENGTH - a...

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2023/12/07

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