The "Level Up" with Duayne Pearce Podcast
Episodes
How to be a Modern Craftsmen: The Forgotten Tricks of the Trade
22 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
#85 This week Craig Stuart from Stuart Homes and Renovations discusses the lost art of being a chippie.check out Duayne's other projects here...Q...
How to Create a New Construction Industry.
15 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
#84 I'll be handing over the reins this week to John Harris and a collective of industry experts including Gabriel Barnes, Frank Geskus, Kyle Zan...
Eco-Farming, Personal Growth, and Nurturing Our Land Connection.
08 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
#83 This weeks podcast we chat with Emma Zeimer about how we can reconnect with the land and better farming practices. check out Duayne's other ...
How to Turn Wounds into Wisdom
01 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
#82 Our latest episode features Glen Montgomerie, a master of the age-old craft of log home building, whose meticulous work not only constructs homes ...
How to STOP Working for the Man and Start Your Own Business in 8 weeks.
25 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
#81 Trent Brains from Brains Bins discusses his journey from full-time employment, working for the man to running his own show in the world of skip bi...
Embracing Nature's Blueprint: The Art of Crafting Healthy, Sustainable Homes.
18 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
#80 Discover the secrets to a healthier home and lifestyle with the insightful Paula Baker-Laporte, who brings a wealth of knowledge from her co-autho...
How the Stories You Tell Yourself Determine Everything That happens to you.
11 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
#79 This weeks conversation with Dr. Jo Lukins discusses how the stories we tell ourself and the words we use can shape who we become. check out Duay...
Is Working With Your Partner All Its Cracked Up To Be?
04 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
#78 This weeks podcast with Chris and Kim Allen from CRA Constructions shines a light on the ups and downs of married couples working in the construct...
Peeling Back the Layers of Personal Growth
26 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
#77 Returning guest Aaron Appelfield, affectionately known as Apples, joins me to share his stories of professional and personal growth that have shap...
How Being Told "I Was a Silly Little Girl" Has Made Me a Leader in the Industry.
19 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
#76 Ever been tickled by the thought of construction comedy? Prepare to have your funny bone hammered as we join forces with New Zealand's own Je...
Move Like a Speedboat Not The Titanic - You Don't Want to Sink in this Industry.
12 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
#75 Navigating the choppy waters of business ownership, Mark Pearson of ARB Capalaba not only charted a course for success but also steered his store ...
I'll Never Drive A Lamborghini When Everyone Around Me is Riding Scooters.
05 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
#74 When life tackled him hard, former NRL pro turned builder Matt of Frameology didn't just get back up—he built a whole new life. From the gr...
You Gotta Learn to Crawl Before You Walk.
29 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
#73 Embarking on a career in the trade industry comes with its fair share of challenges and learning curves, something our guest, Josh Kernick, knows ...
Passion For Performance Membranes and Passive Homes.
22 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
#72 Discover the secret ingredient to healthier, smarter homes as we delve into the realm of high-performance membranes with our spirited guests, Devi...
What you see is what you get - A builder who hangs his hat on being authentic.
15 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
#71 Antonio from Naild It Constructions joins us with a toolkit of wisdom on how to hammer out success in both business and personal life. He brings t...
Beating Breast Cancer to Building Dream Homes
08 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
#70 When faced with the towering frameworks of the construction industry and the shadow of breast cancer, one woman, Tarah from Activates Construction...
The Best Bits of 2023
01 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
#69 Ever wondered how the masters of the building industry scale towering heights of success? This episode is your scaffold to the top, with giants li...
Not Knowing a Thing, to Over 20 Employees in 4 Years, HOW DID HE DO IT.
25 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
#68 Are you tired of spinning your wheels in the business world? Looking for a fresh take on branding, personal strengths, and fostering a healthy wor...
The Most Organised Builder in the Industry.
18 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
#67 Have you ever wondered how personal growth and sustainability practices can boost your business? This episode promises insight into these very top...
What the Building Industry Needs to Hear From the Apprentice of the Year.
11 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
#66 Have you ever wondered what it takes to be named Apprentice of the Year? Join us as we sit down with Campbell Smith, a young tradesman who carries...
Stop Making Excuses, Make Your Profit First by Knowing Your Numbers.
04 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
#65 Picture a world where you, a contractor, are paid up-front for your services. Sounds too good to be true? Not according to our guest, Shawn Van Dy...
Burnout to Breakthrough: Understanding Your Numbers.
27 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
#64 What if you could take control of your finances, decrease stress, and increase profitability in your business without losing your passion for your...
Investing in yourself to become a better builder.
20 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
#63 Have you ever wondered how a young entrepreneur navigates the building trade? Join me as I sit down with Michael Carroll, the mind behind Signatur...
The Heart and Soul of a Home Starts in the Kitchen.
13 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
#62 Ever wondered what it takes to turn a passion into a successful enterprise? This week's podcast is an eye-opener. We had the pleasure of chat...
Commitment, Communication, Collaboration = Success with Chris from PrimeBuilt
06 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
#61 Get ready to rev up your engines and tune into a lively conversation with Chris from Prime Built, our petrol-loving guest. We explore his journey ...
Matt Risinger Talks Levelling Up Construction Standards Around the World
30 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
#60 Join us on a captivating journey as we uncover the science behind building healthy homes. We're privy to the robust insights of our extraordi...
Builders and Architects Working Successfully Together.
23 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
#59 What happens when collaboration and construction unite? You get an enlightening conversation, insightful strategies, and a deep dive into the worl...
Is this Australia's Leading Carpentry Contracting Business?? With Charbel Rahme
16 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
#58 Ever wondered how a determined apprentice can transition to managing a team of 40 carpenters? Meet Charbel Rahme; successful entrepreneur, mentor,...
"Like a Bear Waiting for a Salmon '' That's how I felt putting myself out there, no one had taught me what to do. With Zach Henrickson
09 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
#57 Imagine embarking on a powerful journey from apprentice carpenter to builder, experiencing both the thrill of growth and the struggle of overcomin...
Respecting Women in the Construction Industry with Kim Allen
02 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
#56 Have you ever wondered what it takes to build a prospering business in the construction industry? Buckle up, as today we have with us Kim from CRA...
90 Million Dollar Builder with Chris Baptista
25 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
#55 Get ready to be inspired by a master builder and entrepreneur, Chris from CMA Homes, as he shares his 15-year journey in the home building industr...
Reframing Dyslexia and ADHD As a Super Power with Adrian Ramsey
18 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
#54 Imagine transforming perceived weaknesses into your greatest strengths. That's exactly what we uncover in our conversation with the award-win...
Navigating the Building Business and the Homefront with Dean Backman
11 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
#53 Have you ever wondered how to strike an effective balance between your professional and personal lives? Our guest today, Dean from Backman Builder...
Balancing Act: Navigating Family, Business, and Personal Goals with Camille Pearce
04 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
#52 Are you feeling overwhelmed by the challenge of managing family and business simultaneously? My wife, Camille, co-founder of Quote Eaze, and I off...
It Was Going to Cost Me More Not to Change with Nathan Stephenson
28 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
#51 A truly inspiring transformation over the past year, Nathan sheds light on his passion for building, his stress hobbies, and the pivotal role his ...
Young Builder Nearly Loses Everything from Taking on a Big Project Too early with Corey Tomkins
21 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
#50 Ever found yourself grappling with the complexities of running a successful carpentry business? Well, don't miss out on our enlightening dial...
Avoiding Rock Bottom: Having the Tough Conversations with Brett Eric and Nathan
14 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
#49 Ready to navigate the stormy seas of the building industry? We've got you covered! This episode is a treasure trove of expert insights on eve...
Building Healthier Homes: Builders Need to Take Some Responsibility with Zara D'Cotta
07 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
#48 Wouldn't you want the very place you call home to be a haven of health and wellbeing? That's the question we seek to answer in this enli...
Barbecue Mafia, from Redundancy to Top 5 Brisket Chefs in the World. You Won’t Believe this Story. Drew Walliker
24 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
#47 What happens when you get an unexpected message from a stranger, a redundancy payout, and a love for barbecue? You get Barbecue Mafia, a culinary ...
How to Guarantee a Successful Home Build Through The Power of Communicating With Your Clients - Andrea Nave
10 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
#46 What goes into a successful construction project? What if the answer lies not only in the bricks and mortar, but in the power of relationships and...
Building Success: The Power of Relationships and Efficient Systems With Fraser Allen
26 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
#45 What if we told you that the secret to a thriving construction business lies in building strong relationships and having efficient systems in plac...
What lies beneath your build?? The importance of soil testing with Rick from Soil Insite
12 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
#44 Ever wondered how soil testing can make or break the success of your construction project? Join us as we chat with Rick from Soil Insight, a true ...
BUILDERS UNITE, 7 builder’s are better than 1. Creating a new residential building industry.
05 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Check out Duayne's work here...www.dpearceconstructions.com.au#43 Duayne chats with a group of like minded builders to tackle the hot topics that...
Akubra's, Cattle Stations and Running a Building Business - Craig Stuart
29 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Check out Duayne's work here...www.dpearceconstructions.com.au#42 Duayne chats with Craig Stuart from Stuart Homes and Renovations about his earl...
We Are All In This Together: Building a Better Culture - Kyle & Matt (Zanetto Builders)
15 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Check out Duayne's work here...www.dpearceconstructions.com.au#41 Duayne chats with Kyle and Matt from Zanetto Builders. A building team that fle...
Be the Best Builder You Can - James Dobie
01 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Check out Duayne's work here...www.dpearceconstructions.com.au#40 Duayne chats with James Dobie from Critique Building and Construction on his pr...
Becoming a Successful Passive House Builder, Believing in Your Passion - Hamish White
17 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Check out Duayne's work here...www.dpearceconstructions.com.au#39 Duayne chats with Hamish White from Sanctum Homes on how he discovered his pass...
How Tackling Anxiety Head On Made Me a Better Person - Michael Ross
03 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Check out Duayne's work here...www.dpearceconstructions.com.au#38 Duayne chats with Michael Ross from MR Designs on how he goes about tackling a ...
How I Built Multi Million Dollar Luxury Homes Without Losing My Sanity - Brayden Larkin
20 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Check out Duayne's work here...www.dpearceconstructions.com.au#37 Duayne chats with builder Brayden Larkin from Zephyr Industries on his journey ...
Is Vulnerability the Key to Helping Depression in the Building Industry? - Shea Smith
17 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Check out Duayne's work here...www.dpearceconstructions.com.au#36 Duayne chats candidly with Shea from his team on the rollercoaster ride that is...
"Media vs Reality, interest rates and property" - Dr Diaswati (Asti) Mardiasmo
20 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Check out Duayne's work here...www.dpearceconstructions.com.au#35 Dr. Mardiasmo or Asti as she likes to be called is the Chief Economist of PRD, ...
I Quit Being a Builder, I Saw No Way to Succeed - Brett Fowler
06 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Check out Duayne's work here...www.dpearceconstructions.com.au#34 Brett explains how he was on the cusp of quitting the building game once and fo...
The Di Henshall difference – Travelling the world for the perfect design.
23 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Check out Duayne's work here...www.dpearceconstructions.com.au#33 With over 2400 projects and 30 plus years of design experience under her belt, ...
The Road Ahead For The Building Industry In 2023
09 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Check out Duayne's work here...www.dpearceconstructions.com.au#32 Duayne gives some hints and tips for all involved in the building industry to h...
That's a Wrap Podcast! - 2022 In a Nutshell
26 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Check out Duayne's work here...www.dpearceconstructions.com.au#31 Duayne gives an account of the year that was. All the highs and lows of 2022 ...
The BEST builders use Build Clean - Sam Ackland
12 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Check out Duayne's work here...www.dpearceconstructions.com.au#30 Sam Ackland chats with Duayne about his company Build Clean and how it's t...
Breathwork: How to Not Blow Your Top on the Jobsite - Justin Andrews
28 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Check out Duayne's work here...www.dpearceconstructions.com.au#29 Almost a year to the date Justin Andrews from Abode Construction drops back int...
Builders Handover: Last Chance to Seal the Deal - Mitch Proestos
14 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Check out Duayne's work here...www.dpearceconstructions.com.au#28 Duayne chats with Mitch Proestos from GIFTu and Food Studio shop In episode 2...
Concrete: Do It Once and Do It Right – Ollie Stephens
31 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Check out Duayne's work here...www.dpearceconstructions.com.au#27 Duayne chats with Ollie Stephens from Hungry Wolf Studios on all things concret...
Awesome Women in Construction - Amanda Bulow
17 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Check out Duayne's work here...www.dpearceconstructions.com.au#26 Duayne chats with Amanda Bulow from Awesome Women in Construction about how wom...
Struggling Builders: Are you Learning From Your Mistakes? - Will Wilson
03 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Check out Duayne's work here...www.dpearceconstructions.com.au#25 Duayne chats with Will Wilson on his journey from being a roadie, running his o...
Hazardco: Managing Workplace Health & Safety On A Building Site - Luke Williams
19 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Check out Duayne's work here...www.dpearceconstructions.com.au#24 Duayne chats with Hazardco's General Manager Luke Williams on their missio...
The portaloo moment that saved us - Taking on Mental Health with Fashion wear for Tradies - Dan & Ed Trademutt
05 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Check out Duayne's work here...www.dpearceconstructions.com.au#23 - Duayne chats with Ed and Dan from Trademutt who are on a mission to curve the...
Why Are So Many Building Companies Going Broke? Handling The Price Rises - Michael Pinter
22 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Check out Duayne's work here...www.dpearceconstructions.com.au#22 - Duayne chats with Michael Pinter from Linear Constructions on the challenges ...
My Wife Gave Up Her Career to Help My Business - Camille Pearce
08 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Check out Duayne's work here...www.dpearceconstructions.com.au#21 - Duayne's wife Camille joins us in this episode to discuss how she gave u...
Tips For Creating Video in Your Building Business - Shea Smith
25 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Check out Duayne's work here...www.dpearceconstructions.com.auep. #20 Duayne chats with Shea who works on a full time basis with Duayne to create...
Baseball, Building and Business - If You Want Change Commit to It - Aaron "Apples" Applefield
11 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Check out Duayne's work here...www.dpearceconstructions.com.auep. #19 Duayne chats with Aaron "Apples" Applefield from Bretts Timber an...
New Home Budget vs. Project Spend - The Budget Myth Explained - Aaron Wailes
27 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Check out Duayne's work here...www.dpearceconstructions.com.auep. #18 Duayne chats with Aaron from GreenCoast Design on how designers, builders a...
I Was Close to Quitting - The Ups and Downs of a Builder - Brett Fowler
13 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
ep. #17 Duayne chats with Brett from Saltash Homes on the tough times he endured and the moment he wanted to pack it in and call it quits on his boyho...
Have a Crack - Becoming an Apprentice In Later Life - Chris Turner
30 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
ep. #16 Chris proves you are never too old to have a crack. As covid hit our shores Chris was let go from his job with a small family relying on his i...
There are no silly questions - Design Starts With You - Christian Case
15 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
ep #15 Christian from Bluebird Design and Build chats with Duayne about his process to build peoples dream homes while keeping the key roles in house ...
Age is a State of Mind - Designing With a Solid Foundation - Paul Coulson
02 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
ep. #14 For nearly two decades, Paul has worked in the building and renovation industry across a broad spectrum of unique and challenging projects in ...
A Grandad's Dying Wish - Raising Homes for a Living - Shane Steele
18 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
ep. # 13 Duayne chats with Shane Steele. Shane is a fourth generation house raiser with extensive experience in building, renovating and Queenslanders...
Don't Leave Your Dream to Chance - The Ins and Outs of Town Planning - Peta Charles
04 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
ep. #12 Duayne chats with Peta Charles from Brisbane Town Planning on many issues home buyers and renovators overlook when it comes to town planning. ...
Know Your Strengths and Weaknesses - Solving the Design Puzzle - Michael Ross
21 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
ep. #11 Duayne chats with Michael Ross from MR Building design on being a young residential designer in the highly competitive South East Queensland m...
Renovating Shouldn't Be Harder Than Child Birth - Caroline and Scott
07 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
ep. #10 Duayne chats with current clients Caroline and Scott about their journey renovating.The conversation is a great blueprint for anyone thinking ...
Build a Relationship Before Worrying About Price - Matthew Prokuda
21 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
ep. #9 Duayne chats with builder Matthew Prokuda from Radius Builders on the importance of not choosing a builder based on price. It's a trap th...
Finding My Feet As A Builder - Get Creative With Your Build - Travis Griffiths
24 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
ep. #8 Duayne chats with Travis Griffiths from Sivart Construction Group about thinking outside the box to create the house of your dreams.Travis give...
It Cost WHAT?? - Designing Your Dream Home - Aaron Wailes
24 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
ep. #7 Duayne chats with Aaron Wailes from Green Coast Building Design on the importance of understanding all facets of the client to design a home th...
You're Doomed From The Start: The Cost of Chasing Ballpark Figures
10 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
ep. #6 Duayne explains the pitfalls of chasing ballpark figures and the traps builders can fall into by giving these figures to potential clients.No t...
Something You Never Hear Blokes Say: A Builders Confession - Ryan Brown
27 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
ep. #5 Duayne chats with Ryan Brown from RKB Renovations on his time in the army as a chippy to running his own business as a qualified builder. Ryan...
Preparing Your Building Business for 2022: Will You Survive?
13 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
ep. #4 Duayne flies solo in episode 4 as he discusses what lies ahead for the building industry and what builders can do to prepare for the uncertain ...
Great Design Changes Your Life - Donna Guyler
29 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
ep. #3 Duayne chats with Donna Guyler from Donna Guyler Design about all things interior design.Donna reveals how she got into the industry and the tr...
I Lost My Passion: Building Was My Dream - Dean Ward
15 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
ep. # 2 Duayne chats with Dean Ward from Ward Construction about building, business, learning from failure and what it takes to be a builder in today&...
Ice Baths and Breathing to be a Better Builder - Justin Andrews
01 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
ep. #1 For the past 15 years Justin Andrews has run his own building business Abode Construction so he knows a thing or two about running a building b...
Teaser Trailer
21 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Here's a sneak peak in Duayne's shed of some of the guests who are going to join him on "The Level Up Podcast with Duayne Pearce. No to...