Alcohol 🍺🥴 How did you stop drinking and find other ways to deal with the bad day?

Alcohol 🍺🥴 How did you stop drinking and find other ways to deal with the bad day?

Author: Greg Allan: Business Podcast For Construction and Trade Entrepreneurs August 24, 2023 Duration: 12:54
Are you feeling overwhelmed, stressed, and constantly in the grind, losing sight of what truly matters? Do you find yourself leaning on temporary fixes like alcohol to disconnect from the daily hustle and bustle? In this compelling episode, we're addressing a question that's close to our hearts: "How did you stop drinking and take your mind away from the bad days?" This is more than just a story about quitting alcohol; it's about understanding oneself, developing self-awareness, and finding true balance in life. Greg Allan reveals his personal struggles with alcohol, big tax bills, the fear of not meeting financial obligations, and the impact it had on his relationships and overall well-being. But the real magic happens when he made the courageous decision to quit drinking at 27 and reevaluate what truly mattered. Through a powerful three-year journey, he discovered new ways to deal with stress, including seeking professional help, journaling, and focusing on five pillars of personal performance: sleep, nutrition, exercise, mindset, and relationships. He even offers an invaluable gift to academy members, illustrating the power of investing in your mind. Whether you're a seasoned business owner or just starting, this episode will inspire you to reevaluate your habits, understand the true cost of temporary escapes, and invest in personal growth that will lead to lifelong improvement. You're an awesome tradesperson, and with the insights from this episode, you can also become an extraordinary business person. Surround yourself with those on the same journey, reduce the overwhelm, and grow faster than you ever have before in both life and business. Don't miss out on this enlightening episode. Listen in and start building the personal and professional life you deserve today. 🚀 P.S. Remember, if you're a member of our academy, you get three free psychologist sessions. Reach out and experience the true power of investing in your mind! You're not alone on this journey; we're here to elevate the perception of tradespeople and celebrate your victories. 🎉

Running a trade business often means juggling a dozen jobs at once, trying to keep clients happy while the paperwork piles up and your own time vanishes. It’s a specific kind of pressure that generic business advice just doesn’t address. That’s exactly where the Tradies Success Podcast comes in. Hosted by Greg Allan, this series cuts straight to the chase for electricians, plumbers, builders, and specialists in every field from concreting to metal fabrication. Each episode moves beyond theory, focusing on the tangible steps you can take to build a more profitable and sustainable operation. You’ll hear from fellow tradespeople who have been in your boots, sharing their real-world stories about what actually worked to increase their margins and reclaim their weekends. The conversations delve into practical tools for pricing, systems, client management, and mindset-all framed for the unique rhythms and challenges of a hands-on trade. If you’re aiming for growth without the constant grind, this podcast serves as a direct line to actionable strategies and honest talk about building a business that works for you, not the other way around. It’s a resource created specifically for construction and trade entrepreneurs who are ready to translate their skill into lasting success.
Author: Language: English Episodes: 100

Tradies Success Podcast | Business Growth for Electricians, Plumbers, Builders & All Tradies
Podcast Episodes
Workwear in the Trade Industry With KingGee [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 26:43
In this week's episode, Greg is joined by Product Manager for KingGee Matt Simons. Matt shares with us the rich history of KingGee in Australia and how they started out. Over the years, King G has embraced innovation in…
How I Grew my Electrical & Aircon Business to Success | Ryan's Story [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 43:09
This week we are joined by Ryan Halangahu from Multisparx Electrical and Air Con in Sydney. For the past few months, Ryan and his partner Molly have been travelling around Australia running the business remotely from the…
Plumbing & Gas Business | How I Grew to 7 Work Vans [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 40:56
This week on the podcast Martin Lockhart discusses his biggest challenge of hiring the wrong ops manager and the lessons he learned from it. He shares the importance of proper onboarding and aligning values with new hire…
Building a Commercial Electrical and Solar Business The Right Way [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 47:25
This week Nick Mullins from Wagga Wagga joins us on the podcast to share his story of growing up in a tradie family and now building his own electrical and solar business named after his dad. Nick shares insightful stori…
Doubling my Electrical Business in 3 years | Capacity is the Key [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 46:41
How do business owners find the staffing sweet spot where they are getting the most out of their team without burning them out? Academy Coach Jordan Cruttenden joins Greg on the podcast this week to share his wisdom on t…
Construction Secrets | From Sole Trader to Big Company [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 39:50
You're going to love this week's episode, we have academy members Amy and Matt joining us from Ferguson Electrical in Patterson Lakes VIC. Matt started the business on his own in 2019 while his partner Amy worked as a cl…
Starting and Scaling a Plumbing Business [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 46:02
This week on the podcast we have academy member Marshall Waide from QLD who just put on his first tradie. Marshall is already enjoying the benefits of scaling so much that he's purchased two more work vehicles and is pla…