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  • Your Business Is Running You (And You Don't Even Know It) | ft. Greg McElroy & Jon Fisk | Ep. 501

    Your Business Is Running You (And You Don't Even Know It) | ft. Greg McElroy & Jon Fisk | Ep. 501
    2026/06/02

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    Most tradies think they own a business, but the business owns them, dictating every waking hour and every skipped family event.

    In this episode, Matt sits down with Greg and John from CrystalLIQ to unpack why your business is running you into the ground, how you became the bottleneck without realising it, and the exact moment you need to step out of the operator's seat and into the owner's chair.

    If you've ever felt like your business would collapse without you, that's not dedication, that's the problem. This episode tells you how to fix it.

    Key Chapters
    00:00 - Introduction
    01:52 - Meet the Guests: Greg and John
    02:22 - Overview of the Three-Part Series
    06:45 - The Reality of Running a Mid-Sized Business
    07:49 - Transitioning from a Job to a Business Mindset
    09:53 - The Importance of Systems as You Scale
    11:54 - Identifying When a Business Becomes Unstuck
    15:05 - Re-deploying Business Owner Time and Focus
    18:14 - Frameworks and Tools for Empowerment
    20:18 - Structural Mapping for Future Growth
    24:33 - The Owner’s Responsibility to Educate Themselves
    28:23 - Adapting Systems to Support Growth
    30:52 - Defining Success Based on Owner Goals
    33:14 - Creating a Happy and Professional Work Environment
    36:42 - Practical Tips for Reducing Burnout
    38:16 - Documenting Friction Points for Future Clarity
    40:12 - The Role of Technology and Proper Implementation
    41:45 - Final Thoughts and Episode Wrap-Up

    🎙️ About Our Guests: Greg McElroy And Jon Fisk
    Greg McElroy built his plumbing business from the ground up at 21, one ute, one apprentice, and spent 40 years scaling it into a sale-ready operation before exiting. Now a strategic advisor at CrystalLIQ and current president of the Master Plumbers Association of NSW, Greg brings a no-bullshit, been-on-the-tools perspective to helping tradies build businesses that actually work without them.

    Jon Fisk is a career entrepreneur who's founded, scaled, and exited companies across tech, solar, and engineering, including a renewable energy business recently acquired by a global investor, marking his fourth successful exit. As founder and lead consultant at CrystalLIQ, Jon specialises in pulling business owners out of the operator seat and into the CEO chair before they burn out completely.

    CONNECT WITH GREG & JON
    Greg's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/greg-mcelroy-45aa90214/
    Jon's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jonathanfisk/
    Website: https://www.crystalliq.com.au/

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    43 分
  • The Lies Keeping Tradies Broke: What 500 Episodes Taught Me | Ep. 500 SPECIAL

    The Lies Keeping Tradies Broke: What 500 Episodes Taught Me | Ep. 500 SPECIAL
    2026/05/26

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    500 episodes! Can you believe it? Since February 2016, this channel has been a journey, and it's clear that to truly achieve business success, you need more than just skill.

    This episode emphasises the critical role of visibility and effective business strategy in winning jobs, reminding us that the best tradie doesn't always win; the most visible one does.

    If your business runs on word-of-mouth, your memory, or manual processes, this episode will challenge everything you think you know about running a trade business.

    00:00 - Introduction
    02:11 - Reflection on 500 Episodes
    03:54 - Host Background and Podcast Mission
    05:28 - Global Ranking and Industry Observations
    08:03 - Truth \#1: Visibility Wins Over Quality Alone
    11:10 - Truth \#2: The Owner as the Business Bottleneck
    14:10 - Truth \#3: Systems are for Survival at Any Size
    17:39 - Truth \#4: Hiring Issues are Leadership Problems
    21:54 - Truth \#5: Embracing Technology and AI
    28:30 - Future Outlook and Industry Opportunities
    30:30 - Closing Thanks and Trading Academy Invitation

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    35 分
  • Too Stubborn to Use AI? You'll Be Stuck Working Until You're 70 | ft. Troy Dean | Ep. 499

    Too Stubborn to Use AI? You'll Be Stuck Working Until You're 70 | ft. Troy Dean | Ep. 499
    2026/05/19

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    AI isn't coming for your trade business; it's already here, and the tradies ignoring it are quietly handing leads, authority, and early retirement to their competitors.

    In this 499th episode of The Site Shed, Matt sits down with Troy Dean to break down exactly how AI is reshaping how tradies get found, answer leads, and build businesses that don't depend on them being on the tools 24/7.

    If you're still waiting to see how this plays out, this episode is your wake-up call.

    KEY CHAPTERS
    00:00 - Introduction
    01:10 - Welcoming Troy Dean
    01:33 - The Evolving AI Landscape
    03:57 - Implementing AI Strategies
    06:10 - Automating Business Workflows
    08:58 - Human Connection vs. Computer Work
    12:09 - Sales Coaching with AI Analysis
    14:49 - Real-Life Lead Engagement Example
    18:14 - AI and the Answer Economy
    23:27 - Content as the Backbone of SEO
    27:27 - Building Authority Through Content
    31:28 - Engineering the Sales Cycle
    36:01 - Future of Search and Marketing
    40:05 - Sharing Expertise with Video

    About Our Guest: Troy Dean
    Troy Dean is the founder of Agency Mavericks, a coaching community that helps digital agency owners scale their businesses, reclaim their time, and build sustainable revenue without burning out. A self-confessed AI nerd with over 15 years of experience in the digital space, Troy brings a sharp, no-fluff perspective on how emerging technology is reshaping the way businesses grow and compete.

    CONNECT WITH TROY DEAN
    LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/troydean/
    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thetroydean
    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/agencymavericks
    Website: https://www.agencymavericks.com/

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    49 分
  • Is AI Answering Your Calls? How To Stop Losing Revenue On Missed Calls | ft. James O'Neill | Ep. 498

    Is AI Answering Your Calls? How To Stop Losing Revenue On Missed Calls | ft. James O'Neill | Ep. 498
    2026/05/12

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    Are you spending big on ads but losing jobs before the phone even gets answered?

    In this episode, Matt sits down with James O'Neill from WildJar to uncover how call tracking and AI-powered call analysis can reveal exactly where your leads are falling through the cracks.

    If you're serious about turning every phone call into a booked job and finally getting a real return on your marketing spend, this one's for you.

    Key Chapters:
    00:00 - Introduction
    01:27 - Introducing James O'Neal and WildJar
    02:30 - Solving Digital Attribution for Phone Calls
    04:44 - The Role of AI in Call Analysis
    07:27 - Cost Per Lead vs. Lifetime Value
    11:10 - Tracking Different Advertising Channels
    12:50 - Membership Programs in Home Services
    14:26 - The Marketing Ecosystem and Paid Ads
    16:15 - Google Business Profile and Local Traffic
    18:15 - Attribution and Customer Journey
    20:13 - Feeding Conversion Data Back to Platforms
    21:35 - How Call Tracking and DNI Work
    25:21 - Virtual Numbers and Reporting
    28:07 - Sales Cycles and Lead Attribution
    29:05 - The Critical Nature of Answering the Phone
    31:51 - Nurturing Leads and Creating Content
    34:21 - The Changing Landscape of Organic Search and SEO
    37:05 - Emerging Traffic from LLMs like ChatGPT
    41:15 - The Future of AI and Sales Coaching

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    🎙 About Our Guest: James O'Neill
    James O'Neill is the CEO and Founder of WildJar, a call tracking and AI-powered conversation intelligence platform that connects phone calls to digital marketing journeys, helping businesses drive revenue and make smarter marketing decisions. With over a thousand home services clients across Australia, New Zealand, Asia, and the UK, James specialises in helping tradies and contractors eliminate the blind spots between their ad spend and the jobs they're actually booking.

    CONNECT WITH JAMES O'NEILL
    LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/james-o-neill-9308632a/
    Website: https://www.wildjar.com/

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    Your Next Step:

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    46 分
  • Your Follow-Up Is All Wrong: Why 70% Convert After The 8th Contact Point | ft. Ryan Fenn | Ep. 497

    Your Follow-Up Is All Wrong: Why 70% Convert After The 8th Contact Point | ft. Ryan Fenn | Ep. 497
    2026/05/05

    Think your follow-up game is solid? Data from 450 million text messages says you're probably quitting too early.

    In this 497th episode of the Site Shed, Ryan Fenn, founder of Chirp and a man who's analysed 450 million text messages, breaks down why "fortune is in the follow-up" isn't just a cliché. It's a math problem most tradies are solving wrong.

    If you're tired of ghosted estimates, wasted lead spend, and watching jobs slip through the cracks, this episode is your blueprint for fixing the single biggest revenue leak in your tradie business.

    KEY CHAPTERS:
    00:00 - Intro
    00:47 — The Follow-Up Failure Most Tradies Don't Know They Have
    06:17 — What 450 Million Text Messages Actually Reveal
    16:32 — The "Mom Test" For Writing Messages That Get Replies
    25:47 — Pattern Interrupts: How Unexpected Messages Break Through
    34:36 — Why 70% of Conversions Happen After 8 Touchpoints
    45:47 — The Anti-Follow-Up Strategy: Value Before The Ask
    58:45 — The Day 10 Trap: Why Reps Quit Right Before Deals Close

    🎙 About Our Guest: Ryan Fenn
    Ryan Fenn is the founder of CHIIRP, a follow-up and automation platform built to help home service businesses convert more leads and rehash old estimates. He has spent more than 15 years studying sales follow-up, customer messaging, and how contractors can turn missed opportunities into booked work.

    CONNECT WITH RYAN FENN
    LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ryan-fenn-76568b165/
    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ryan.fenn.3
    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ryandfenn/
    Website: https://chiirp.com/
    LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/chiirp/
    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/chiirp
    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/getchiirp/

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    Your Next Step:

    Join Tradie Academy, our free community packed with templates, checklists, and resources shared by podcast guests, coaches, and successful tradies.

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  • Don’t Sign That Finance Deal Yet Until You Do This First | ft. Rob Misheloff | Ep. 496

    Don’t Sign That Finance Deal Yet Until You Do This First | ft. Rob Misheloff | Ep. 496
    2026/04/28

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    Finance might not be the sexiest topic in business, but getting it wrong can quietly drain your cash flow, stall your growth, and lock you into deals that cost far more than they should.

    In Episode 496, Matt sits down with Rob Misheloff from Smarter Finance USA to unpack one of the least understood parts of running a trade business: equipment and vehicle finance.

    It may not sound exciting, but getting this wrong can wreck your cash flow, stall your growth, and lock you into deals that cost far more than they should.

    Key Chapters:
    00:00 - Teaser
    01:31 - About Rob Misheloff and Smart Finance USA
    05:51 - Challenges with Complex Contracts and Transparency
    07:51 - How Financing Rates are Determined
    10:51 - Advantages of Financing for Business Growth
    14:04 - Tax Benefits and Cash Flow Considerations
    18:12 - Dealership Financing vs. Outside Brokers
    19:47 - Red Flags and Identifying Scams
    22:19 - Differences Between Loans and Leases
    23:54 - Hidden Fees and Advanced Payment Scams
    26:32 - Understanding Credit Ratings and Business Risk
    32:44 - Education and Managing Expectations
    35:10 - Final Thoughts and Closing Remarks

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    CONNECT WITH ROB MISHELOFF
    Website: https://www.smarterfinanceusa.com/
    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/smarterfinanceusa
    LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rob-misheloff/

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    LinkedIn: https://au.linkedin.com/company/tradie-web-guys
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    Your Next Step:

    Join Tradie Academy, our free community packed with templates, checklists, and resources shared by podcast guests, coaches, and successful tradies.

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    38 分
  • Stop Wasting Good Leads With a Poor Sales Process | ft. Ben Wright | Ep. 495

    Stop Wasting Good Leads With a Poor Sales Process | ft. Ben Wright | Ep. 495
    2026/04/21

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    How many good leads are slipping through the cracks in your trade business because of a weak sales process?

    In Episode 495 of The Site Shed, Matt Jones sits down with Ben Wright to unpack why so many trade businesses waste perfectly viable leads through a weak sales process.

    From slow response times and poor follow-up to inconsistent quotes and missed opportunities on site, this episode digs into the practical gaps that quietly kill conversions and how you can correct them.

    Key chapters
    00:00 - Introduction
    00:44 - Welcome Guest Ben Wright
    03:12 - Building Trust through Content
    08:22 - First Impressions and Presentation
    11:30 - Analyzing the Sales Process
    14:41 - The Sales Success Framework
    18:52 - Lifetime Value and ROI
    25:24 - Avoiding Fat Cat Syndrome
    32:05 - Scaling Beyond Referrals
    34:14 - Allocating Budget for Marketing
    38:32 - Small Changes, Large Impact
    42:55 - Optimizing the Customer Journey
    46:42 - Training Teams for Upselling
    53:21 - Embracing Change and AI
    01:00:08 - The Importance of Coaching

    📲 Watch On YouTube! https://youtu.be/wOPk8k22eJI

    Links mentioned in this episode:
    Stronger Sales Teams: https://www.strongersalesteams.com

    Connect With Ben Wright:
    Website: https://www.strongersalesteams.com
    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/strongersalesteams
    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100092201545034
    Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/coachbenwright/
    Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/0503Mx6cuIKdgW9qaUvmSf?si=c2918891d2ec4cb0

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    #podcast #thesiteshed #tradiewebguys

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  • Fuel Prices Are Rising. Here’s What Hits Your Business Next | ft. Drew O'Farell | Ep. 494

    Fuel Prices Are Rising. Here’s What Hits Your Business Next | ft. Drew O'Farell | Ep. 494
    2026/04/14

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    In Episode 494 of The Site Shed Podcast, Matt Jones sits down with returning guest Andrew O'Farrell to unpack what is really driving rising fuel costs and why tradie businesses should be paying close attention.

    What starts as a conversation about diesel prices quickly opens up into a much bigger discussion around global energy markets, fragile supply chains, and the real-world impact on trade businesses across Australia.

    If you want a clearer view of what may be coming down the pipeline and how to prepare for it, this episode is a must-listen.

    🎥 Watch the video version of this podcast at: https://www.youtube.com/@TradieWebGuysOfficial?sub_confirmation=1

    Key Chapters:
    00:00 Welcome back Andrew O'Farrell
    00:07 Why diesel prices have jumped so dramatically
    01:00 Why Australia is vulnerable to refined fuel shortages
    02:15 What trade business owners need to understand about rising costs
    02:53 Fuel is just the undercard, gas is the real story
    04:43 How LNG disruption affects construction and manufacturing
    06:07 Why food and fertiliser could be hit next
    07:19 The Strait of Hormuz and why it matters
    11:06 Could Australia be more self sufficient?
    13:56 What this means for local industry and supply chains
    16:03 Energy security, reserves, and the diesel problem
    17:32 EVs, hybrids, and practical resilience
    19:38 Why diesel is not going anywhere anytime soon
    20:33 Does nuclear have a role in Australia?
    22:29 Why we need a smarter transition, not a rushed one
    24:22 The inflation and margin squeeze tradies should prepare for
    26:20 What this could mean for Australia and Asia next
    27:35 Final thoughts and planning for what’s ahead

    Links mentioned in this episode:
    The Site Shed Podcast Episode 188 with Andrew O'Farrell: https://www.thesiteshed.com/energy-1/

    Connect With Andrew O'Farrell:
    LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/andrew-o-farrell-352b8747/

    CONNECT WITH THE TRADIE WEB GUYS!

    Website: https://www.tradiewebguys.com.au/

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    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tradiewebguys/

    LinkedIn: https://au.linkedin.com/company/tradie-web-guys

    Matt’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/iamthemattj/

    Your Next Step:

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