Professional Builders Secrets
Episodes
135. Leveraging Partnerships With Adrian Ramsay
23 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Professional Builders Secrets brings you an exclusive episode with Adrian Ramsay, a seasoned professional in the field of architectural and building d...
134. How To Focus With Russ, Dani and Andy
16 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Professional Builders Secrets brings you an exclusive episode with co-founder of APB Russ Stephens, APB’s Head Coach Andy Skarda and APB’s Head of...
133. The Pricing Masterclass With Richard Armstrong
09 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Professional Builders Secrets brings you an exclusive episode with Richard Armstrong from Procalc. In this episode, Richard dives deep into the nuance...
132. Building Rapport With Sky Kolade
02 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Professional Builders Secrets brings you an exclusive episode with Sky Kolade, Co-founder of APB. Throughout this episode, Sky explains the importance...
131. Referrals Are Not A Strategy With Rick Moore
25 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Professional Builders Secrets brings you an exclusive episode with Rick Moore, Executive Business Coach at APB. Throughout this episode, Rick delves i...
130. Starting Something New With Lane O'Brien
18 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Professional Builders Secrets brings you an exclusive episode with Lane O'Brien, Co-Owner of O’Brien Contracting Ltd. based out of British Columbia,...
129. Using AI In Your Building Company With Russ Stephens
11 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Professional Builders Secrets brings you an exclusive episode with the co-founder of the Association of Professional Builders Russ Stephens. In the ep...
128. Getting More From Your Accountant With Josh Hallam & Sam Falanga
04 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Professional Builders Secrets brings you an exclusive episode with Josh Hallam and Sam Falanga from Falanga & Co., an accounting firm based in Austral...
127. The Value Of Apprentices With Tom Coy
28 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Professional Builders Secrets brings you an exclusive episode with Tom Coy, Owner of Coy’s Constructions based out of Melbourne, Australia. In this ...
126. The SORCI 2024 Report Insights With Russ, Sky & Andy
21 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Professional Builders Secrets brings you an exclusive episode with the co-founders of the Association of Professional Builders Russ Stephens and Sky K...
125. The IBS 2024 Recap With Russ Stephens
14 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Professional Builders Secrets brings you an exclusive episode with the co-founder of the Association of Professional Builders Russ Stephens. In the ep...
124. Offshoring Staff to Scale With Karen Walshe
07 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Professional Builders Secrets brings you an exclusive episode with Karen Walshe, COO of Go Recruit. In this episode, Karen delves into the benefits of...
123. Winding Down A Building Company With Russ, Sky & Andy
29 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Professional Builders Secrets brings you an exclusive episode with the co-founders of the Association of Professional Builders Russ Stephens and Sky K...
122. Building A Well Rounded Business With John & Joel Van Lagen
22 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Professional Builders Secrets brings you an exclusive episode with John and Joel Van Lagen from Joe’s Carpentry based out of Ontario, Canada. In thi...
121. Cashflow Vs Profit With Russ, Sky & Andy
15 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Professional Builders Secrets brings you an exclusive episode with the co-founders of the Association of Professional Builders Russ Stephens and Sky K...
120. Elite Mentoring Results With Andy Skarda
08 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Professional Builders Secrets brings you an exclusive episode with Andy Skarda, Head Coach at APB. Throughout this episode, Andy gets into the results...
119. Building With Purpose With Dave Phelps
01 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Professional Builders Secrets brings you an exclusive episode with Dave Phelps, President at ICF Homes based out of Virginia, US. In this episode, Dav...
118. Avoiding Bad Hires With Paul Sanneman
25 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Professional Builders Secrets brings you an exclusive episode with Paul Sanneman, founder of Contractor Staffing Source. In this episode, Paul delves ...
117. Systemising a Building Company With David Jenyns
18 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Professional Builders Secrets brings you an exclusive episode with David Jenyns, founder of SYSTEMology. In this episode, David gets into why and how ...
116. Builders Mental Health With Adrien Mamet
11 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Professional Builders Secrets brings you an exclusive episode with Adrien Mamet, co-founder of BuildUp Australia. In this episode, Adrien tackles the ...
115. Competing With Project Builders With Andy Skarda
04 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Professional Builders Secrets brings you an exclusive episode with Andy Skarda, Head Coach at APB. Throughout this episode, Andy explores project buil...
114. Expanding To Design Build With Liam Marshall
28 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Professional Builders Secrets brings you an exclusive episode with Liam Marshall, Owner of Melaleuca Homes based in NSW, Australia. In this episode, L...
113. The 2023 Recap With Russ & Andy
21 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Professional Builders Secrets brings you an exclusive episode with co-founder of the Association of Professional Builders Russ Stephens, along with AP...
112. Construction Entrepreneurship With Steve Kreitzberg
14 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Professional Builders Secrets brings you an exclusive episode with Steve Kreitzberg, founder of Apparatus Contractor Services. In this episode, Steve ...
111. Preparing for 2024 With Russ & Andy
07 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Professional Builders Secrets brings you an exclusive episode with co-founder of the Association of Professional Builders Russ Stephens, along with A...
110. Demonstrating Your Value With Tom Coy
03 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Professional Builders Secrets brings you an exclusive episode with Tom Coy, Owner of Coy’s Constructions based out of Melbourne, Australia. In this ...
109. Building To Sell With Rick Moore
23 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Professional Builders Secrets brings you an exclusive episode with Rick Moore, Executive Business Coach at APB. Throughout this episode, Rick delves i...
108. Builder's Insurance Insights With Petara Tanuvasa
16 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Professional Builders Secrets brings you an exclusive episode with Petara Tanuvasa, Director of Silverback Insurance, based in Australia. In this epis...
107. The Industry Reset With Russ, Sky & Andy
09 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Professional Builders Secrets brings you an exclusive episode with the co-founders of the Association of Professional Builders Russ Stephens and Sky K...
106. Setting Big Hairy Audacious Goals With Jay Mostyn
02 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Professional Builders Secrets brings you an exclusive episode with Jay Mostyn, Owner of Luxury Lifestyle Homes based out of Brisbane, Australia. In th...
105. Successful Company Signage With Erik Cofield
26 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Professional Builders Secrets brings you an exclusive episode with Erik Cofield, Executive Business Coach at APB. Throughout this episode, Erik delves...
104. Adopting A Learning Mindset With Norm Wales
19 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Professional Builders Secrets brings you an exclusive episode with Norm Wales, Owner of Norm Wales Constructions based out of Bundaberg, Australia. In...
103. The Labour Shortage With Russ, Sky & Andy
12 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Professional Builders Secrets brings you an exclusive episode with the co-founders of the Association of Professional Builders Russ Stephens and Sky K...
102. The Importance Of Estimating With Tom Lawson
05 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Professional Builders Secrets brings you an exclusive episode with Tom Lawson, from Vision2Estimating. Throughout this episode, Tom gets into the impo...
101. Closing The Sale With Clint Best
28 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Professional Builders Secrets brings you an exclusive episode with Clint Best, Executive Business Coach at APB. Throughout this episode, Clint gets in...
100. Best Builders Secrets Revisited With Russ, Sky & Andy
21 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Professional Builders Secrets brings you an exclusive episode with the co-founders of the Association of Professional Builders Russ Stephens and Sky K...
99. Accurate Financial Reporting With Peter Olejniczak & Chris Anderson
14 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Professional Builders Secrets brings you an exclusive episode with Chris Anderson and Peter Olejniczak from Monthend, an accounting firm for construct...
98. Running a Remodeling Business With Barbara & Kris MacGregor
07 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Professional Builders Secrets brings you an exclusive episode with the owners of MyHome Renovations, Barbara and Kris MacGregor. In this episode, the ...
97. Controlling Your Sales Process With Sky Kolade
31 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Professional Builders Secrets brings you an exclusive episode with the Association of Professional Builders co-founder, Sky Kolade. In this episode, S...
96. Building Homes In Guatemala With Betty & Sven
24 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Professional Builders Secrets brings you an exclusive episode with Sven and Betty from the 141 Project, a charitable organisation that builds houses f...
95. Achieving High Performance With Russ, Sky & Andy
17 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Professional Builders Secrets brings you an exclusive episode with the co-founders of the Association of Professional Builders Russ Stephens and Sky K...
94. End To End Client Experience With Felipe Freig
10 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Professional Builders Secrets brings you an exclusive episode with the CEO of Versa Homes, Felipe Freig. In this episode, Felipe delves into his journ...
93. Closing High Margin Contracts With Russ Stephens
03 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Professional Builders Secrets brings you an exclusive episode with APB Co-founder Russ Stephens. In this episode, Russ reveals the 3-step process for ...
92. Recruiting Onsite Staff With Erin Longmoon
27 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Professional Builders Secrets brings you an exclusive episode with the CEO of Zephyr Connects, Erin Longmoon. In this episode, Erin unpacks the common...
91. Elite Mentoring With Russ, Sky & Andy
20 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Professional Builders Secrets brings you an exclusive episode with the co-founders of the Association of Professional Builders Russ Stephens and Sky K...
90. Achieving Financial Independence With Ryan Stannard
13 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Professional Builders Secrets brings you an exclusive episode with the owner of Stannard Family Homes, Ryan Stannard. In this episode, Ryan gets into ...
89. Accurate Project Reporting With Dennis Wong
06 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Professional Builders Secrets brings you an exclusive episode with APB Executive Business Coach Dennis Wong. In this episode, Dennis delves into the i...
88. Building A Healthy Home With Zara D'Cotta
29 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Professional Builders Secrets brings you an exclusive episode with the owner of The Healthy Home, Zara D’Cotta. In this episode, Zara unpacks the co...
87. Managing Stress With Russ, Sky & Andy
22 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Professional Builders Secrets brings you an exclusive episode with Co-founders of the Association of Professional Builders Russ Stephens and Sky Kolad...
86. The Building Industry Trap With Jim Schneider
15 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Professional Builders Secrets brings you an exclusive episode with the owner of Schneider Construction, Jim Schneider. Throughout this episode, Jim de...
85. Working With Family With Russ and Sky
08 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Professional Builders Secrets brings you an exclusive episode with Co-founders of the Association of Professional Builders Russ Stephens and Sky Kolad...
84. How To Sign Contracts 12 Months In Advance With Roland Nairnsey
01 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Professional Builders Secrets brings you an exclusive episode with new home sales coach and founder of New Home Sales Plus, Roland Nairnsey. Throughou...
83. The 5 Stages Of Decline For A Building Company With Russ, Sky & Andy
25 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Professional Builders Secrets brings you an exclusive episode with Co-founders of the Association of Professional Builders Russ Stephens and Sky Steph...
82. Transitioning To Fixed Price Contracts With Lee Ambrose
18 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Professional Builders Secrets brings you an exclusive episode with Lee Ambrose, Managing Director at Ambrose Design and Construct based in Brisbane, A...
81. Setting Your Company Culture With Clint Best
11 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Professional Builders Secrets brings you an exclusive episode with Clint Best, Executive Business Coach at APB. Throughout this episode, Clint discuss...
80. How To Use Video To Tell Stories With Andy Johnston
04 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Professional Builders Secrets brings you an exclusive episode with Andy Johnston, Director at Expansion Media. Throughout this episode, Andy delves in...
79. Fixed Price Vs Cost Plus With Russ, Sky & Andy
27 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Professional Builders Secrets brings you an exclusive episode with Co-founders of the Association of Professional Builders Russ Stephens and Sky Steph...
78. Transforming A Building Company Overnight With Keiron Moore
20 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Professional Builders Secrets brings you an exclusive episode with Keiron Moore, owner of CKS Projects based in the South Coast of NSW, Australia. Thr...
77. Construction Financials Benchmarks With Jacob Oelofse
13 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Professional Builders Secrets brings you an exclusive episode with Jacob Oelofse, an Executive Business Coach at APB. In this episode, Jacob discusses...
76. Creating Personal Wealth Outside Your Building Company With Todd Polke
06 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Professional Builders Secrets brings you an exclusive episode with Todd Polke, a renowned wealth and investment strategist. In this episode, Todd shar...
75. The SORCI 2023 Report Insights With Russ Sky & Andy
30 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Professional Builders Secrets brings you an exclusive episode with Co-founders of the Association of Professional Builders Russ Stephens and Sky Steph...
74. Transitioning From Home Builder To Business Builder With Daniel Troncoso
23 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Professional Builders Secrets brings you an exclusive episode with Daniel Troncoso, owner of Ocean Avenue Custom Builders based in New Jersey, USA. Th...
73. The Real Cost Of Mates Rates With Andy Skarda
16 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Professional Builders Secrets brings you an exclusive episode with Andy Skarda, Head Coach at APB. Throughout this episode, Andy explores ‘mates rat...
72. Keeping Your Estimates Accurate With Julian Krishnan Nair
09 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In episode 72 of the Professional Builders Secrets podcast, we’re joined by Julian Krishnan Nair, Senior Partner Manager at Buildxact. Throughout th...
71. Introducing APB Chapters With Russ, Sky & Andy
02 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In episode 71 of the Professional Builders Secrets podcast, we’re joined by Co-founders of the Association of Professional Builders Russ Stephens an...
70. Why Every Builder Must Have Tenacity With Stacey Shotwell
23 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In episode 70 of the Professional Builders Secrets podcast, we’re joined by Stacey Shotwell, Project Manager with Parks-Hatherley Custom Homes, base...
69. How To Recruit Top Talent For A Building Company With Sky Stephens
16 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In episode 69 of the Professional Builders Secrets podcast, we’re joined by Co-founder of the Association of Professional Builders Sky Stephens. Thr...
68. Keeping Your Sites Safe With Luke Williams
09 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In episode 68 of the Professional Builders Secrets podcast, we’re joined by Luke Williams, General Manager at HazardCo. Throughout this episode, Luk...
67. Professional Contract Proposals With Russ, Sky & Andy
02 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In episode 67 of the Professional Builders Secrets podcast, we’re joined by Co-founders of the Association of Professional Builders Russ Stephens an...
66. Using APB Systems In A Small Town With Rob & Amy Burton
26 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In episode 66 of the Professional Builders Secrets podcast, we’re joined by Rob and Amy Burton, owners of Ramton Homes based in Alberta, Canada. Thr...
65. Why Margins Are Linked To Marketing With Russ Stephens
19 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In episode 65 of the Professional Builders Secrets podcast, we’re joined by Co-founder of the Association of Professional Builders Russ Stephens. Th...
64. How To Avoid Pricing Mistakes With Darren Wallbank
12 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In episode 64 of the Professional Builders Secrets podcast, we’re joined by Darren Wallbank, Executive Chairman at Builda Price. Throughout this epi...
63. When To Scale A Building Company With Russ, Sky And Andy
05 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In episode 63 of the Professional Builders Secrets podcast, we’re joined by by Co-founders of the Association of Professional Builders Russ Stephens...
62. Relocating A Building Company With Max Peterson
29 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In episode 62 of the Professional Builders Secrets podcast, we’re joined by Max Peterson, CEO and Managing Partner at Smith & Sons Remodeling No...
61. How To Get New Work Fast With Dennis Wong
22 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In episode 61 of the Professional Builders Secrets podcast, we’re joined by one of the executive business coaches at APB, Dennis Wong. Throughout th...
60. Professional Development For Builders With Devin Perry
15 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In episode 60 of the Professional Builders Secrets podcast, we’re joined by Devin Perry, Executive Director of Business Improvement Programs for the...
59. Preparing for 2023 With Russ, Sky & Andy
08 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In episode 59 of the Professional Builders Secrets podcast, we’re joined by Co-founders of the Association of Professional Builders Russ Stephens an...
58. I Thought APB Was Lying To Me With Sam Swartz
01 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In episode 58 of the Professional Builders Secrets podcast, we’re joined by Sam Swartz, President and Owner of True North Custom Homes. Throughout t...
57. Who Should You Hire Next With Jacob Oelofse
24 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In episode 57 of the Professional Builders Secrets podcast, we’re joined by Jacob Oelofse, one of the executive business coaches at APB. Throughout ...
56. Professional Builder Contracts With Paul Rojas
17 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In episode 56 of the Professional Builders Secrets podcast, we’re joined by Paul Rojas, Managing Partner at RCR Lawyers. Throughout this episode, Pa...
55. Introducing APB Rewards With Russ, Sky & Andy
10 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In episode 55 of the Professional Builders Secrets podcast, we’re joined by Co-founders of the Association of Professional Builders Russ Stephens an...
54. Transparency, Systems & Future Proofing With Andrew & Marcus
03 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In episode 54 of the Professional Builders Secrets podcast, we’re joined by Marcus Elliott and Andrew Siracusa, Directors of Kube Constructions. Thr...
53. Mindset of a Professional Builder With Clint Best
27 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In episode 53 of the Professional Builders Secrets podcast, we’re joined by Clint Best, an Executive Business Coach with APB. Throughout this episod...
52. Website Design That Generates Leads With Peter Butler
20 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In episode 52 of the Professional Builders Secrets podcast, we’re joined by Peter Butler, Managing Director of Smarter Websites. Throughout this epi...
51. The 10 Professional Builder Levels Explained With Russ, Sky & Andy
13 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In episode 51 of the Professional Builders Secrets podcast, we’re joined by Co-founders of the Association of Professional Builders Russ Stephens an...
50. Creating A Legacy In A Family Business With Phil Turner
06 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In episode 50 of the Professional Builders Secrets podcast, we’re joined by Phil Turner, Managing Director of Turner Trading. Throughout this episod...
49. Design And Build Vs Quoting Plans With Erik Cofield
29 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In episode 49 of the Professional Builders Secrets podcast, we’re joined by Erik Cofield, an Executive Business Coach with APB. Throughout this epis...
48. How To Generate Leads To Fill Construction Slots With Rick Storlie
22 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In episode 48 of the Professional Builders Secrets podcast, we’re joined by Rick Storlie, founder of Builder Lead Converter, based out of Minnesota,...
47. The Discovery Process With Russ Sky & Andy
15 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In episode 47 of the Professional Builders Secrets podcast, we’re joined by Co-founders of the Association of Professional Builders Russ Stephens an...
46. Competing On Value Not Price With Todd & Melissa Lake
08 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In episode 46 of the Professional Builders Secrets podcast, we’re joined by Todd and Melissa Lake from Contegrity Homes. Throughout this episode, th...
45. How Much Builders Should Pay Themselves With Russ Stephens
01 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In episode 45 of the Professional Builders Secrets podcast, we’re joined by Co-founder of the Association of Professional Builders Russ Stephens. Th...
44. Spearheading Change With Jonathan MacDonald
25 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In episode 44 of the Professional Builders Secrets podcast, we’re joined by Jonathan MacDonald, best selling author and keynote speaker. Throughout ...
43. Creating A Successful Brand With Russ, Sky & Andy
18 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In episode 43 of the Professional Builders Secrets podcast, we’re joined by Co-founders of the Association of Professional Builders Russ Stephens an...
42. Seeing Opportunities Instead Of Problems With Isaac Nickelson
11 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In episode 42 of the Professional Builders Secrets podcast, we’re joined by Isaac Nickelson, owner of Nickelson Construction based out of Fort Colli...
41. Learning New Skills With Sky Stephens
04 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In episode 41 of the Professional Builders Secrets podcast, we’re joined by Co-founder of the Association of Professional Builders Sky Stephens. Thr...
40. Looking After Your Mental Health With Tim Hoopmann
28 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In episode 40 of the Professional Builders Secrets podcast, we’re joined by Tim Hoopmann, volunteer speaker for Beyond Blue, a national organisation...
39. Creating An Exit Strategy With Russ Sky & Andy
21 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In episode 39 of the Professional Builders Secrets podcast, we’re joined by Co-founders of the Association of Professional Builders Russ Stephens an...
38. Building A Business That Serves You With Zak Johnson
14 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In episode 38 of the Professional Builders Secrets podcast, we’re joined by Zak Johnson, owner of ZJ Building based out of South Australia. Througho...
37. Getting Results For Your Building Company With Andy Skarda
07 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In episode 37 of the Professional Builders Secrets podcast, we’re joined by APB’s Head Coach, Andy Skarda. Throughout this episode, we get into ho...
36. The Benefits Of Joining A Builders Network With Duane Johns
30 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In episode 36 of the Professional Builders Secrets podcast, we’re joined by Duane Johns, Regional Partner with Alair Homes and Co-host of the Builde...