A lot of great tradies get a rude shock when they step into business ownership. It feels like it should be simple: if you’re exceptional at your trade, surely running your own business is the next logical move. But, the skills that make you brilliant on the tools don’t automatically make you effective in business.

Many tradies go out on their own because they are looking for more. More time, more money, more freedom. Then reality hits. Technical skill, attention to detail and problem-solving aren’t enough to build profit, systems, leadership or strategy.

In this episode you’ll learn:

🔨 Great tradies rarely become great business owners without intentional skill development habits.
🔨 Identity as a tradie must evolve before a business can grow sustainably.
🔨 Business ownership demands new thinking, new systems, leadership, finance and marketing mastery.
🔨 Letting go of perfectionism is essential for building empowered, capable teams today.
🔨 Strategic planning requires stepping back from daily tasks to see direction clearly.
🔨 Growth happens when owners unlearn trade habits and embrace business-focused skills fully.

… Book a free Discovery Call to start your journey toward building a sustainable business and balanced life: www.strategysession.com.au

And if you’re not already part of The Trade Den please come over to our community on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/thetradeden

Find out more about Pravar Group at www.pravargroup.com or https://www.instagram.com/pravargroup

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If your Monday starts with grabbing your phone, checking what’s urgent and reacting your way into the week, you’re not alone, it’s how most owners of a trades business begin. The trouble is, that a reactive start usually turns into a reactive week, leaving you exhausted, busy, and unsure of what you actually achieved.

Today, we unpack one of our most powerful productivity tools: the Monday Morning Momentum Framework. It’s a simple ritual that takes just 15–20 focused minutes but can completely shift how you operate. Instead of letting the week control you, this framework helps you sharpen your axe and move the business forward with intention.

In this episode you’ll learn:
🔨 Fifteen focused minutes can shift you from overwhelmed to organised for the entire week.
🔨 Celebrating wins builds confidence and momentum even during challenging business periods.
🔨 Facing facts helps you learn quickly and avoid repeating the same mistakes.
🔨 One clear priority each week moves your business forward more than endless to-dos.
🔨 Scheduling tasks protects your time and prevents others from dictating your entire week.
🔨 Consistent routines turn chaos into clarity by anchoring your actions to real priorities.

In this episode we mention the book, The One Thing: The Surprisingly Simple Truth Behind Extraordinary Results by Gary Keller. Do yourself a favour and grab a copy: https://amzn.asia/d/0MNXuPP

… Book a free Discovery Call to start your journey toward building a sustainable business and balanced life: www.strategysession.com.au

And if you’re not already part of The Trade Den please come over to our community on Facebook:
https://www.facebook.com/groups/thetradeden

Find out more about Pravar Group at www.pravargroup.com or https://www.instagram.com/pravargroup

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Real change in business doesn’t start with a new plan, a new hire, or a better market. It starts with who you choose to become. Because the business you’re running right now is a mirror of you. It reflects your standards, your habits, your leadership, your mindset.

You might want a $3 million business, but if you’re still showing up like a $1 million operator, that ceiling won’t budge. Growth doesn’t just happen by adding more to your to-do list; it happens by upgrading the person doing the doing. For things to change, first you must change.

In this episode you’ll learn:
🔨 Your current business results reflect your habits, standards, mindset, and leadership daily.
🔨 You can’t reach new revenue levels while operating like your old self.
🔨 Strategies only work when the person implementing them upgrades their thinking and behaviour.
🔨 External factors aren’t the problem; meaningful change always starts internally within you.
🔨 Mindset shifts unlock the strategic actions needed to hit bigger goals.
🔨 For things to change this year, you must change consistently first.

For some examples of change and transformation we mention two previous podcast guests: Jerry Redman journey from episode 95, and Grant Hatley from episode 91. We encourage you to go back and listen to those conversations: https://open.spotify.com/show/4DcSmeN59hroObrubbwFZ3

… Book a free Discovery Call to start your journey toward building a sustainable business and balanced life: www.strategysession.com.au

And if you’re not already part of The Trade Den please come over to our community on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/thetradeden

Find out more about Pravar Group at www.pravargroup.com or https://www.instagram.com/pravargroup

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Last episode you set clear Goals for the business you want to build and the lifestyle you want to live, but without a roadmap on how to get there it is just a wish list. Wish lists do not build profitable, sustainable businesses. Strategic plays do.

Today we unpack how to turn your 12-month Goals into strategic plays which becomes the 12 month roadmap, chunked down into quarterly sprints that create real momentum and real results.

It’s important to nail the distinction between a goal with a strategic play. Getting this wrong leads to overwhelm, lost focus and another year that looks exactly like the last. Getting it right changes everything.

In this episode you’ll learn:

🔨 Separating goals from strategic plays prevents confusion and improves planning efficiency quickly.
🔨 Fewer strategic plays executed well create far better yearly momentum and results.
🔨 Quarterly focus keeps plans realistic and stops overwhelm from piling up.
🔨 Hiring, pricing and systems changes all require longer timelines than most expect.
🔨 Overcommitting to too many plays guarantees stalled progress and scattered attention.
🔨 Stacking small wins each quarter compounds into major transformation over several years.

… Book a free Discovery Call to start your journey toward building a sustainable business and balanced life: www.strategysession.com.au

And if you’re not already part of The Trade Den please come over to our community on Facebook:
https://www.facebook.com/groups/thetradeden

Find out more about Pravar Group at www.pravargroup.com or https://www.instagram.com/pravargroup

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A new year always brings a rush of energy, fresh headspace, fresh perspective and that feeling of “right, let’s go again.” But while most people drift into January with vague wishes about earning more, working less or getting fitter, very few actually sit down and map out what they want their business and life to look like in 12 months’ time.

That is the difference between hoping and heading somewhere on purpose. Clear goals create clarity. Clarity builds confidence. And confidence fuels momentum. This is why intentional planning matters, not just for those who feel stuck but for those who want to keep moving forward. In this episode, we dive into the first step of setting up your best year yet.

In this episode you’ll learn:

🔨 Clear goals create clarity that transforms motivation and focus throughout the year.
🔨 Intentional planning replaces vague wishes with a purposeful direction for your business.
🔨 A defined roadmap helps you lead confidently instead of reacting to daily chaos.
🔨 Without clear targets, you risk staying stuck in repetitive, unproductive routines.
🔨 Writing goals down increases accountability and keeps progress visible all year.
🔨 Better is always available when you plan deliberately and chase it consistently.

… Book a free Discovery Call to start your journey toward building a sustainable business and balanced life: www.strategysession.com.au

And if you’re not already part of The Trade Den please come over to our community on Facebook:
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Find out more about Pravar Group at www.pravargroup.com or https://www.instagram.com/pravargroup

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We hope you’re having a great break and recharging with the people who matter most. As business owners, we know New Year’s Day can feel like a mix of excitement and pressure. That urge to set big goals and fix everything at once. Resist that temptation. The business you want to build and the life you want to live aren’t created in a single burst of energy, but through small, consistent actions that compound over time.

So enjoy the day, relax, and when you’re ready, you’re welcome to book a Discovery Call to start your journey toward building a sustainable business and balanced life: www.strategysession.com.au

If you’re not already part of The Trade Den please come over to our community on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/thetradeden

Find out more about Pravar Group at www.pravargroup.com or https://www.instagram.com/pravargroup

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As the year winds down, we’re feeling grateful for the conversations we’ve shared, the lessons learned, and the stories from those who’ve stepped up to build better businesses and richer lives. Your support, feedback, and commitment to growth mean the world to us.

Now’s the time to put the tools down, switch off the phone, and enjoy the simple moments that really count. Rest, recharge, and soak up the joy of the season.

After the festivities, when you’re ready, why not book a free Discovery Call to start your journey toward building a sustainable business and balanced life for 2026 and beyond: www.strategysession.com.au

And if you’re not already part of The Trade Den please come over to our community on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/thetradeden

Find out more about Pravar Group at www.pravargroup.com or https://www.instagram.com/pravargroup

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As we close in on the end of the year, give yourself some space to reflect. Don’t just glance back at what has happened; take the time to dig deep and review the year with intent. Doing so will help you uncover valuable lessons, celebrate the wins that often go unnoticed, and strengthen the confidence needed to move forward.

We outline a clear five-question framework to guide you through the process, helping you to turn challenges into growth, recognise what truly worked, and let go of what no longer serves. Take the opportunity this Christmas to reset, gain clarity, and shape the year ahead with purpose and direction.

In this episode you’ll learn:

🔨 Reflection is a powerful way to create forward momentum and clarity.
🔨 Deep review helps uncover lessons that surface-level reflection often misses.
🔨 Celebrating small wins builds motivation, gratitude, and lasting self-belief.
🔨 Honest reflection turns challenges into lessons and lessons into growth.
🔨 Clarity comes from recognising what worked and letting go of what didn’t.
🔨 Purposeful reflection sets the foundation for a stronger, more focused year ahead.

… Book a free Discovery Call to start your journey toward building a sustainable business and balanced life: www.strategysession.com.au

And if you’re not already part of The Trade Den please come over to our community on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/thetradeden

Find out more about Pravar Group at www.pravargroup.com or https://www.instagram.com/pravargroup

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