Shows
The Electricians Co-OpEP68 We're back - thanks for sticking with us while we reorganised!Jamie and I have been absent from the show as we haven't had a dedicated space, but that is not fixed up and Jamie has a studio at home so you can expect us to get back on the horse and put out some more content.
Thanks for sticking with us and for your patience as we reorganised our lives!
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...2023-02-2039 minThe Electricians Co-OpEP67 - Chris Kerr Vice President of Schneider Electric’s Home and Distribution businessToday on the show we have Chris Kerr who is the Vice President of Schneider Electric’s Home and Distribution business. We enjoyed a wide ranging conversation about leadership, product development and what’s coming next for Clipsal in 2023.
Make sure you connect with Chris on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/workharddreambig/
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Connect with Rob: https://www.instagram.com/rob.brus77/ Visit our site: https://theelectricianscoop.com/2022-12-1952 minThe Electricians Co-OpEP66 - Sparky Profile: Lou Bishop from Icon ElectricalLou Bishop took up her mature age apprenticeship at the age of 34 after she decided a career change was in order. Fast forward to today and she loves everything about being an electrician.
Tune in as Lou shares her story, how you can achieve anything you set your mind to and find a balance in your life all at the same time.
Make sure you reach out and connect with Lou on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/life_done_by_sparkylou/
Reach out via insta and don't forget to give the show a...2022-08-2235 min
The Electricians Co-OpEP65 - All things business with Daniel Gabler from Laser Plumbing!Today on the show it's just Jamie and I are joined by Daniel Gabler from Laser Plumbing. What on Earth is a plumber doing on a sparkies podcast you ask? Well tune in and you'll see lol!!
Daniel has recently released his book called the "Centred Tradie" Daniel is here to share his journey and all the lessons learnt.
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The Electricians Co-OpEP64 - We want to hear from you - share your views with us!Today on the show it's just Jamie and I. We want to hear from you folks. So if you're reading this and listening to us we want to know your thoughts and opinions about this industry.
Reach out via insta and don't forget to give the show a share with your mates who are sparkies.
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Visit our site: https://theelectricianscoop.com/2022-05-2338 min
The Electricians Co-OpEP63 - Get your business Dialed in with Daniel DiMartino from the Spark Innovation GroupToday on the show we have a returning guest, Daniel DiMartino from the Spark Innovation Group. As regular listeners of the show would know Daniel and his team are experts in all things electrical, heating and cooling and he's here today to share a little more of his journey.
This show is all about inspiring you into action and getting you on the path to owning and operating your own business.
Recommended reading: https://www.audible.com.au/pd/The-E-Myth-HVAC-Contractor-Audiobook/1646890094
Make sure you connect with Daniel:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sparkinnovation/
Website: https://www.sparkelectrician.com.au/
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The Electricians Co-OpEP62 - We're back after a false start to the year!Well we had a bit of a false start earlier in the year with the podcast and that's because Rob has had some pretty serious health challenges, but now that's over we're ready to get back into the recording and bring you some more guests.
Before we do that, there have been some crazy things going on in the world and Rob and I want to make sure that you've got your mindset dialed in properly, especially amongst all of this chaos!
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The Electricians Co-OpEP61 - What's up for 2022 with Rob and JamieIt's great to be back after the summer holidays and in today's episode Jamie and I will share with you what's coming up, what we've been up to and what you can expect for 2022.
By now you would have seen that we have shut down the paid version of the podcast and everything that we've recorded over the last year is all available in spotify, apple podcasts and wherever you get your audio content.
Rob and I want to say thanks for your support and thanks for making us number 1 when you search for electricians in both apple podcasts and...2022-02-0424 min
The Electricians Co-OpEP60 - Resetting the Electricians Co-Op Podcast with Rob and JamieToday on the show it's just Jamie and I and we're here to share an update and do a hard reset with the Electricians Co-Op podcast. As you know over the past year we've had 2 podcasts, this one you're listening to now and a paid version.
Rob and I have decided to shut down the paid version of the show to build on our mission and help more electricians. We're able to reach a lot more sparkies with a free show and today we're going to share our thoughts around this and how you can be more involved.
Tune in...2021-12-0721 min
The Electricians Co-OpEP59 - Oliver Judd CEO of NECA on how NECA can help you improve your businessOn today's show we have Oliver Judd who is the CEO of NECA. NECA is the peak industry body that represents the interests of the electrical and communications contracting industry across Australia.
NECA is run by contractors for contractors and represents more than 5,000 members across all states and territories of Australia. As the CEO of NECA Oliver is at the forefront of the electrical industry and he's here today to share exactly how NECA can help your business become more effective and more profitable.
Grab your Charge out calculator and NECA resources here: https://necafoundation.com.au/resources/
Find out...2021-12-0730 min
The Electricians Co-OpEP58 - Buy Build & Sell your business with Simon BedardToday on the show we have Simon Bedard from Exit Advisory Group. Simon and his team are experts in helping you to unlock the wealth in your company.
If you've ever thought about selling your business then Simon and his team will help you to understand exactly what your business is worth, what your exit options are and how to increase the value of your company prior to putting it on the market.
By the end of today's show you'll have a much better understanding of what it takes to prepare and sell your electrical business. Make sure you tune...2021-12-071h 01
The Electricians Co-OpEP57 - Dead simple business growth strategies you can apply today with Rob and JamieToday it's just Rob and I and we're going to share some practical tips that you can use to grow your business, refine your brand and win more clients.
Over the course of my career working with clients in their marketing and advertising I've noticed a couple of common traits that are universal to all businesses and today Jamie and I are going to share these with you.
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The Electricians Co-OpEP56 - Home Automation with Jake Fuller and Aidan PyperToday on the show we have Jake Fuller and Aidan Pyper from the Home Tech Talk Podcast. Collectively both Aidan and Jake have over 20-years of experience in the home automation industry.
Jake and Aidan are here to share their knowledge and experience in home automation and by the end of today's show you'll have some new experts in your corner that you can call upon to help you solve your home automation challenges.
Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/au/podcast/home-tech-talk/id1523657373
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0iR9WNPeUwRAHpUrFTNGyC?si=VmBia077Qwyf7K8ihU8Txw&dl_branch=1
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The Electricians Co-OpEP55 - Getting your Electrical Business Dialed in with Dan Pollard from FergusOn today's show we have Dan Pollard from Fergus. If you're an electrician that is looking to streamline your operations then Fergus will help you to do exactly that. Fergus is Australia's leading trade and service job management solution for businesses with 1-50 staff.
The software will allow you to take control and work smarter from your clients first call through to scheduling, quoting, job completion, invoicing and payment.
Fergus is the brainchild of Dan Pollard, a veteran Tradie. He dreamed it up a few years ago, while he was knee deep in the trenches of running his own trades...2021-12-0756 min
The Electricians Co-OpEP54 - Sparky Profile: Brad Rosen from GlencoToday on the show we have Brad Rosen from Glenco. Glenco are an award winning, family owned trade services company that have been operating in Sydney since 1988. Glenco is owned by 2 brothers Glenn and Brad. Both of them are tradesmen and take a hands-on approach to running their business.
Most of the trade team started with Glenco as apprentices and after becoming fully qualified have stayed on as important members of the Glenco family. Brad has a keen focus on continually developing his tradespeople to deliver the quality outcomes that Glenco customers expect.
As you'll hear on today's show, Brad...2021-12-0759 min
The Electricians Co-OpEP53 - What's holding you back with Rob and JamieToday on the show it's just Rob and Jamie. As you know, over the past few months we've had a lot of conversations with a lot of different people and one of the themes that keeps on coming up is that people are not as far along their journey as they anticipated or want.
It's a rare person that you come across that is happy with where they currently are in life. Although it's human nature to keep pushing forward and to keep on looking for more, it's also human nature to want all of what you want faster and...2021-12-0757 min
The Electricians Co-OpEP52 - Building your business with Warren Peachy from Trade Business SuccessOn today's show we have Warren Peachy from Trade Business Success.
Over the last 30-years, Warren has worked with, owned and advised start-ups, small businesses, large private corporations and regulated Government owned corporations in business to Government (B2G), business to business (B2B), and business to consumer (B2C) markets across electrical, civil, air conditioning, consultancy, and finance, with the core of his experience being in engineering design and construction of electrical infrastructure projects and networks.
Warren has built multiple 7 and 8 figure trade businesses and is known as a leading expert for LCC and Commercial and Industrial High-Voltage substation...2021-12-071h 09
The Electricians Co-OpEP51 - Admins the answer with Greg SmithOn today's show we have Greg Smith from Admins the Answer. If you've been in business for any length of time you'll know that you can't do it all on your own, but sometimes you just don't know where to turn to get the help you need.
Greg and his team have walked in your shoes. They've run trade businesses and know how hard it is working all day and then having to do all the admin in the evening. That's not a life that anyone envisioned when they started their business but it's a familiar trap that so many...2021-12-0753 min
The Electricians Co-OpEP50 - Skyrocket your sales with Craig Carr from the Freedom Sales AcademyOn today's show we have Craig Carr from Freedom Sales Academy. Freedom Sales Academy is a learning institution that specialises in sales training and communication mastery.
Craig helps businesses and individuals to massively increase their sales results - quickly. Craig is often described as the most dynamic "how to" sales and communication trainers available today.
Craig is here today to share what he knows about sales in small business and by the end of today's show he will leave you wanting more because, as you'll see, his strategies work incredibly well and they'll help you to grow your electrical business.
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The Electricians Co-OpEP49 - Sparky Profile: Josh Ford from New Age ElectricalOn today's show we have Josh Ford from New Age Electrical. Josh and his team are located in the Byron Shire and service the Northern Rivers and Tweed Coast.
Josh and his team strive to provide the highest quality workmanship to the local community and pride themselves on reliable and efficient service to their customers. Josh and his team specialise in commercial, residential, level 2 as well as solar. Today we're going to find out some more about New Age Electrical and what makes their business tick.
By the end of today's show you will have learnt from some of Josh's...2021-12-0644 min
The Electricians Co-OpEP48 - Get your ventilation installations dialed in with Darren Robinson from FanTechTradeOn today's show we have Darren Robinson from FanTech Trade. The team at FanTech believe that not all fans are created equal and if you chose the wrong product for the job then you'll be opening yourself up to a whole range of problems.
Darran is here today to ensure that you don't get tripped up by the wrong choice, and that you have all the information you need, to make the right decisions about what to install and when. Darren and the team from FanTech live and breathe ventilation and provide the best advice and after sales support for...2021-12-0635 min
The Electricians Co-OpEP47 - How to build relationships in your business one post, one call and one coffee at a time with Rob and JamieOn today's show it's just Jamie and I. We discuss the upcoming guests, share the latest updates with the Co-Op and discuss what it means to sow the seeds of opportunity in your business and water them with gratitude.
Jamie and I share our experience of the hustle, how to build a relationship just one post and one call at a time and we discuss how you can do it too. This will help you to accelerate everything that you've ever wanted out of your business.
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The Electricians Co-OpEP46 - Get your life back with Tradify - with CEO Michael StecklerOn today's show we have Michael Steckler from Tradify. If you're an electrician that wants to simplify and streamline your operations then Tradify is your place to start.
Tradify is the easiest way to track everything everywhere. The app records notes, receipts, quotes, timesheets, contacts all in one place and more. Michael is the CEO of Tradify and today he's going to share the background of the company and exactly how Tradify can streamline your electrical business.
Make sure you connect with Michael:
Get the Tradify pulse report here: https://www.tradifyhq.com/reports/thepulse
Use the discount code: TECO50...2021-12-0640 min
The Electricians Co-OpEP45 - Leadership strategies and tactics with Dr Corinne Devin USNToday on the show we have Dr Corinne Devin who is dialing in from Japan. Dr Corinne is a commander in the United States Navy and is here today to talk about leadership.
Now you might be wondering what the US navy has to do with the Electricians Co-Op and I can tell you that when you hear about Dr Corinne's experience in leadership roles it has everything to do with it, and on today's podcast you're going to hear and learn all about Corinne's experience leading small teams often under pressure and in difficult environments.
There are some lessons...2021-12-021h 14
The Electricians Co-OpEP44 - Getting your company culture dialed in with Organisational Psychologist Rebecca CushwayOn today's show we have Rebecca Cushway from Careers Excelled Organisational Psychology. Rebecca has over 25-years of experience working in organisational psychology and counselling.
She uses this experience to apply a deep understanding of human behaviour and organisational systems to improve individual, team and organisational performance, productivity, effectiveness and wellbeing.
Over the last several episodes the theme of small business success has been the people and Rebecca is here with us to talk about leadership, career development, company culture and more. Grab a pen and paper because you're going to want to take some notes.
Make sure you connect with...2021-12-0245 min
The Electricians Co-OpEP43 - Sparky Profile: Patrick Zarzour from Oz Tech SparksOn today's show we have Patrick Zarzour from Oz Tech Sparks. Patrick and his team have a mission to be the most trusted team of electrical professionals in Sydney known for honesty, reliable workmanship and impeccable end results.
Patrick and his team cover all types of electrical work including domestic residential to commercial, retail and industrial. Whether it's a brand new construction job, a renovation project or a simple maintenance call the team at Oz Tech Sparks will take care of it.
We enjoyed a wide ranging conversation covering everything from door knocking to staff performance reviews. Grab a pen...2021-12-021h 02
The Electricians Co-OpEP42 - Streamlining your business with Michael O'Neill from ServiceM8On today's show we have Michael O'Neill from ServiceM8. If you're an electrician that wants to simplify and streamline your operations then ServiceM8 is your place to start.
The mission of ServiceM8 is to empower small businesses to thrive, by building an internet driven, cloud-enabled and networking-aware job management platform servicing the global small business market. Today, you're going to find out exactly how they do just that.
The software will allow you to take control and work smarter from your clients first call through to scheduling, quoting, job completion, invoicing and payment.
Make sure you connect with Michael:
Website...2021-12-0239 min
The Electricians Co-OpEP41 - Sparky Profile: Sam Condo from Electric EnvironsOn today's show we have Sam Condo from Electric Environs. Sam popped in from Adelaide today to share some more about his business. Electric Environs has been working in the domestic, commercial, solar and strata for more than 9-years.
Sam's team is now 10-people strong and he says that we strive to create the best working environment possible because working somewhere you're not happy is a drag. Sam also says that his workplace culture is one of his biggest assets. Today you're going to learn how Sam and his team manage that culture all while growing the business and having...2021-12-011h 13
The Electricians Co-OpEP40 - Sparky Profile: Oliver Saunders from Saunders ElectricalOn today's show we have Oliver Saunders from Saunders Electrical Group. Oliver and his team have been delivering electrical services to the Sydney Metro and Hills area for more than 10-years.
Saunders electrical is a family owned business and Oliver says that it's our integrity and professionalism that sets us apart from the rest and that's why so many people choose us as their local electrician.
Jamie, Rob and Oliver enjoyed a wide ranging conversation covering everything from getting started as a first year to the desire to create and run your own business.
Oliver reminds us today that everything...2021-12-011h 06
The Electricians Co-OpEP39 - All things electrical, NRL, commentating and life with Joel Caine from Sports Bet and SENToday on the show we have something a little different for you. We have Joel Caine from SportsBet.com.au and SEN. Joel is a former electrician, professional rugby league player, and Jamie's former team mate.
Joel played for the St George Dragon as well as the Balmain and west's tigers. He also played Rugby League in Europe in the Superleague for the London Broncos, Salford City Reds and Toulouse. Joel is the face of SportsBet.com.au and is now co-host of the radio show Drive with Joel and Fletch on 1170am.
Joel's here today to share his story...2021-12-011h 05
The Electricians Co-OpEP38 - Toxic workplaces, bullying, mission statements and so much more with Jamie and RobOver the last week or so we've done a few shows and the theme has been very people centric and one of the topics that keeps on coming up is toxic workplaces. It's with that important point in mind that Jamie and I wanted to hop on the podcast today to share our experiences of toxic workplaces, and in the process, help you if you are facing the same problems that we did.
By the end of today's show you'll have a better understanding of how we handled our tricky situations and in the process we aim to give you...2021-11-291h 09
The Electricians Co-OpEP37 - Getting your business organised with Clinton Cowin from Tradiepad.com.auToday on the show we have Clinton Cowin from tradiepad.com.au Tradie pad is not an app, it's a technology training company.
As you know mobile technology is completely revolutionizing the way organisations do business and Tradiepad will save your business time and money by eliminating paperwork and putting your business in your pocket.
By the end of today's show you'll know exactly how Clinton can help your electrical business become more efficient and get back the time that matters to you.
Book mentioned: https://www.audible.com.au/pd/Indistractable-Audiobook/B07SY9XHYH
Grab your free guides and...2021-11-291h 04
The Electricians Co-OpEP36 - Sparky Profile: Darren Stevens from DDP ElectricalToday on the show we have Darren Stevens from DDP Electrical. Darren is a fully licensed electrician with a wide range of experience from supermarket fit outs , large unit blocks, hospitals, schools and industrial units.
Darren has over 30-years of business experience and currently has more than 50-electricians working for him .
Darren was Jamie's first boss and the reason that Jamie became an electrician. Darren gave him the opportunity to become a mature age apprentice after his football career came to an end at 27-years old.
Darren has joined us today to share a few different stories. As you listen...2021-11-291h 05
The Electricians Co-OpEP35 - Home automation with Simon Richardson from SALToday on the show we have Simon Richardson from SAL or you might know them as Sunny Lighting Australia. SAL is a 100% Australian owned family business with a huge Australian and international network.
Simon has been involved in smart homes for over 20-years and has worked across many different markets including Australia, China, Singapore, Korea, Japan and Hong Kong. Simon's current Role with SAL National and SAL Commercial is to develop, adapt and adopt new IoT solutions for the Australian Commercial and Residential markets.
Today we're going to find out about the latest developments and how SAL can help you...2021-11-2645 min
The Electricians Co-OpEP34 - Getting your Google Adwords dialed in with Richard BrusToday on the show we have my Rob's brother Richard Brus from SEOWORX here to discuss all things Google Adwords.
Now as you know Adwords can be a blessing and a curse. It's a curse and can cause you to burn through a whole lot of cash really quickly especially if you don't know what you're doing. However if you have it dialed in properly then it can accelerate your inbound leads and sales like nothing else out there.
On today's episode we cover why people think that Adwords doesn't work, what you can do about it and what happens...2021-11-261h 12
The Electricians Co-OpEP33 - What's better - fixed price quoting or hourly rates with Jamie and RobToday on the show we're going to discuss the tricky topic of fixed priced quotes versus hourly rates. As you know there is no right or wrong answer however this podcast is designed to get you thinking about some of the pros and the cons of one versus the other.
There are a lot of pros and cons to both fixed price and hourly and Jamie gives us his perspective from ProImage Electrical and how he runs his team and business. This is a great insight into how to make some decent money in your own business and along the...2021-11-2550 min
The Electricians Co-OpEP32 - Discover your why and revolutionise your business with Dr Gary SanchezToday on the show we have Dr Gary Sanchez from the "Why Institute" Gary has a great headline on his site and it says: Everyone knows when they were born. Only a lucky few find out why. Today Dr Gary is going to explain how this will impact every area of your life!
To uncover your why you'll use a revolutionary assessment tool to answer about 10-12 questions curated from a collection of over 1500 possible options. A one-of-a-kind algorithm uses your answers to select the next question, and also triple checks your responses to ensure that the WHY revealed is...2021-11-2547 min
The Electricians Co-OpEP31 - Is your WHS in order - with Jayme Smith from Excite SafetyToday's guest is Jayme Smith from Excite Safety. Whether you have a workforce of 5 or 500 you need to constantly maintain your safety processes, training, equipment and records. With proven systems Jayme and his team will help you keep on top of it all.
There are a lot of rules and regulations that you must comply with as an electrician and it is very difficult to stay up to date with it all. But with that being said, there is no excuse for not being compliant. If something goes wrong it might cost you a lot more than you think.
Jayme...2021-11-251h 06
The Electricians Co-OpEP30 - Living a Legendary Life with Tommy BreedloveTommy started his 20-year corporate career at one of the largest financial consulting firms in the world, and eventually became a shareholder, the International Practice Leader, and a member of the board of directors for one of the largest public accounting and financial firms in the southeast U.S.
At the top of his career, Tommy experienced a transformational moment inspiring him to walk away from the corporate world to change his life and follow his true calling.
Tommy now serves clients and audiences everywhere by empowering them to build and live Legendary Lives. He guides people to discover a...2021-11-2554 min
The Electricians Co-OpEP29 - Becoming an evolved man with Greg GilliesAfter 20+ years of Hustle, Grind, Success and Failures in the Corporate World then working even harder to build his own businesses Greg found himself with a lot of Materialistic Success but on the inside felt like something was missing, leaving him Stressed, Confused & Incomplete.
On today's podcast you'll discover more about how Greg got himself out of this negative cycle and how you can too. This show is all about having the right people around you that you can open up to, and nip the problems that you face in the bud right away.
Greg's program is called "The Evolved...2021-11-241h 08
The Electricians Co-OpEP28 - Hustle, Grind and Redemption with Peter Vardas from Sydney RangehoodsWhen you meander your way through your days because you're not really sure what you want out of life those days will quickly become weeks, then months and then years. We all know that this is no way to live. Life is meant to be enjoyed and to do that you need to make deliberate decisions. That's what today's show is all about.
Today on the show Peter shares his story. Coming from humble beginnings Peter quickly found his feet in his trade and before too long had his own business and was on his way. But on his way...2021-11-241h 07
The Electricians Co-OpEP27 - Winning the next BIG deal with Jason Cooney from The Tender TeamThere is nothing more frustrating than not having the time to tender on a job that you know you can win. The key to your business growth lies in surrounding yourself with the right people.
Jason Cooney and his team will take those pesky tenders off your desk and take care of them for you, allowing you to focus on the business of winning more contracts and delivering the services for your customers.
There is absolutely no doubt that trying to do everything yourself in business is one of the biggest errors that entrepreneurs make. It's not always about not...2021-11-2449 min
The Electricians Co-OpEP26 - How to stop suppliers walking all over you and your Electrical BusinessIf you've ever had a call from a customer who has told you that the item you just installed was faulty then you will know the frustration that creates. The install was done right but you now have to go back there and fix something that just isn't your fault. You wear the cost and time for doing it and there is nothing worse than a supplier that just shrugs and says bad luck.
On today's show Jamie and Rob share a few of these stories that you will certainly be able to relate to and in the process they...2021-11-2342 min
The Electricians Co-OpEP25 - Courage, Conviction & Character with Brett MurrayToday on the show we have Brett Murray from the Safe Heart Foundation. Brett has had his own TV show, been an advisor to the NSW government, won a boxing title, been an iron man finisher several times and is an all round inspirational kinda guy! These days Brett works closely with men to help them build courage, character and conviction - who doesn't want some more of that.
Delivery of a world class service for your clients starts with getting your own house in order. As the saying goes, "You can't give what you don't have." And that is...2021-11-2354 min
The Electricians Co-OpEP24 - The secret language of money and why it matters with Jackson MillanToday's guest is Jackson Millan. Jackson is the CEO of Aureus Financial and has spent the last 12-years dominating the wealth and business strategy space and has worked with over 1,000 clients to help them build over $1.2b in combined wealth.
The best time to plant a tree was 20-years ago and if you didn't do it then you should do it right now! That is sound financial advice, for sure, but how does it apply in the real world when you're faced with day to day cash flow problems and when you take 2-steps forward and 3-steps back.
Today on...2021-11-2346 min
The Electricians Co-OpEP23 - Sparky profile: Daniel DiMartino from the Spark Innovation GroupThere is no faster way to learn than from other peoples experiences. Today on the podcast we have a Sparky Profile with Daniel DiMartino from the Spark Innovation Group. Daniel shares his 15-years of electrical experience with us and why he decided to pivot into air conditioning and add that as a product to his offering.
There is no faster way to learn than from other peoples experiences. That's why, here on the Electricians Co-Op podcast, we'll be featuring your fellow electricians and business owners. You'll get to learn from their experience, how they handle difficult situations and leave each...2021-11-2251 min
The Electricians Co-OpEP22 - What makes a small business tick with Jamie & RobUnderstanding what makes your business tick is critical to your success. It's an obvious statement for sure, but do you really have your finger on the pulse of what's causing it to go right, and more importantly, what's causing it to go wrong. On today's show Jamie and Rob share their combined 20+ years of experience to help get you thinking and to begin unpacking what it is that makes your business tick.
In order of priority, what is it that you think is the most important thing in your business: Leadership, cashflow, staff or customers? It's a loaded question, there...2021-11-221h 09
The Electricians Co-OpEP21 - Your EQ determins how much money you'll make as a tradie. What's your EQ?The higher your EQ is the higher your income will be. There is absolutely no doubt that your ability to communicate with others has a direct result on the outcomes you are seeking.
Emotional Intelligence or "EQ" is a measure of how much money you have the ability to make as a business owner and person in the world.
Are you cool and calm in an emergency or are you flustered and annoyed. Learning where you sit in relation to others with your EQ (Emotional Intelligence) will help you to identify any gaps in communication you may have giving you...2021-11-2159 min
The Electricians Co-OpEP20 - Transitioning into your own business with Cassi Gurtler from Starlite ElectricsToday on the show we have Cassi Gurtler from Starlit Electrics. Cassi was a late comer to the electrical industry completing her apprenticeship at the age of 30. Cassi has recently kicked off her own business and she's here today to share a little of her journey with us.
As you know everyone starts somewhere and we wanted to share Cassi's story with you for some inspiration, some motivation and to prove to you that if you want something bad enough then it can be done and it can happen faster than you think is possible.
Make sure you connect with...2021-11-1841 min
The Electricians Co-OpEP19 - Tricks of your trade with Michelle CirsonToday on the show we have Michelle Cirson from Tricks of your trade. Michelle and her team provide contract management advice to subcontractors to help them get better outcomes without running their relationships with their builders.
If you're sick of the take it or leave it attitudes in the construction industry then this podcast is for you. Michelle has formal qualifications in building, law and is an expert in dispute resolution and she's here today to help you get a better outcome for your business.
Make sure you connect with Michelle:
Website: https://www.tricksofyourtrade.com.au/
Michelle's LinkedIn: https...2021-11-1557 min
The Electricians Co-OpEP18 - Rob and Jamie talk all things Crypto and why that matters to you!As you know being an electrician is just one aspect of your life and no person is a one dimensional being.
Today on the show Jamie and I are going to be sharing some of the other things that we work on.
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The Electricians Co-OpEP17 - Helen and Karyn from MCrae & LynchToday on the show we have Karyn Mcrae and Helen Lynch from Mcrae and Lynch Interior Designs.
Helen and Karyn started their design business after graduating from full-time study at The Design Centre Enmore, where they first met. Over the years their business evolved from a small part-time suburban design team , into their well established & successful Design company.
Since setting up their design studio in Sydney, they have covered all facets of design, including residential, commercial, medical, and hospitality design.
Rob and I wanted to bring Helen and Karyn on the show today to help you understand what they look...2021-11-0347 min
The Electricians Co-OpEP16 What does money mean to you with Rob and JamieOver the past few months the lockdowns have been very challenging for everyone giving us all some time to reflect, take stock of what's important and make some decisions about how we want to move forward in our lives.
In this episode Jamie and Rob talk about what that means to them and Rob runs you, the listener, through a throught provoking money mindset activity.
Make sure if you have a question, comment or some feedback for the show that you reach out on the details below:
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The Electricians Co-OpEP15 - This is EXACTLY what you need to do to maintain the highest performance possible with Jet XavierToday on the show we have Jet Xavier. Jet is known as "THE HIGH PERFORMANCE GUY" a sought after speaker, coach trainer and mentor ENERGIZING, OPTIMIZING, AND POTENTIALIZING INDIVIDUALS AND TEAMS for HIGH PERFORMANCE.
Jet has conducted over 5000 HIGH PERFORMANCE HUMAN coaching and training sessions with individuals and teams and Jet here today to share what he knows about performing at an elite level.
Connect with Jet:
Website: https://www.jetxavier.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jetxavier/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCHarye9l_gZOJpjmWLcNrJg
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jetxavier/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jetxavierthehighperformanceguy
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The Electricians Co-OpEP14 - How to achieve anything you want with mindset and focusToday on the show we have something a little different for you, our guest is not an electrician it's one of the greatest players in modern NRL Robbie Farah.
Robbie's here today to talk about mindset, about focus and how you can be do or have anything you want in life if you want it badly enough.
Make sure you connect with Robbie:
Website: https://two4seven.com.au/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/robbiefarah/
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The Electricians Co-OpEP13 - Motivation, momentum and how to create a life by design with Rob and JamieToday on the show we're going to share exactly what it is that keeps both Jamie and I motivated, on track and moving towards the goals that we have set for ourselves in our lives.
Being an electrician is just one aspect of your life, but you're not a one dimensional human so today we're going talk about some things that are going to help to be a better electrician and a more rounded human.
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The Electricians Co-OpEP12 - How to stay up to your eyeballs in work and love every second with Ryan Stoddart from Stoddart ElectricalToday on the show we have Ryan Stoddart from Stoddart Electrical. Ryan and his team are based out of Brisbane and have been servicing Queensland customers for more than 35-years.
As a Club Clipsal member, Stoddart Electrical is always finding new ways to help Australians make their homes safer, more efficient and decorative. Ryan and his team take pride in quality workmanship, efficient completion of projects and the highest levels of customer service and satisfaction.
Today, we're going to find out exactly how they do it.
Become a Club Clipsal Member: https://www.clipsal.com/club-clipsal
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The Electricians Co-OpEP11 - Keeping it real with James Crawford from Crawford ElectricalToday on the show we have James Crawford froM Crawford Electrical. James and his team are highly qualified and skilled electricians that install the highest quality equipment, upgrade current systems and maintain state of the art installations.
James and his team are a leading provider of reliable and on time electrical services to various households and businesses in the Sydney metro area.
Crawford electrical are at the forefront of the industry and today we're going to find out exactly how they do it.
Make sure you connect with James:
Website: https://www.crawfordelectrical.com.au/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com...2021-07-2351 min
The Electricians Co-OpEP10 - The Sydney COVID lockdown and what you can do!The Sydney COVID lockdown of 2021 has affected so many people and for the first time the construction industry has had to hit the pause button. So what does this mean for you as an employer or an employee?
Well the first thing is that you suddenly have more time on your hands, but idle hands do the devils work so tune in and get some tips from Rob and Jamie on how you can keep yourself busy and how you can make the most of this unprecedented time in the construction industry.
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The Electricians Co-OpEP9 - Geting your money right with Mick de Haan from Care to GrowToday on the show we have Michael DeHann from Care to Grow.
Michael founded his business back in 2005 as a financial planning practice with a goal to provide his clients with the right guidance to develop skills and knowledge to empower them to create their wealth so they can experience financial wellbeing.
Although the business has changed and is no longer a financial planning practice the goal remains exactly the same. Michael and his team have pivoted to focus on the transformational impact of mindset awareness on financial wealth and wellbeing.
Today we're going to find out exactly how he...2021-07-0549 min
The Electricians Co-OpEP8 - Optimise your health and move from Stress to Success with Prash KotechaToday on the show we have Prash Kotecha from Stress to Success.
Prash has over 20-years' experience helping all sorts of people navigate everyday stress, worry and sometimes chaos. Prash is an expert in helping people to optimise their health and wellbeing.
If something is not feeling right in your day, especially with work then the chances are you're being affected by some type of stress. Often you will know the exact source however often you won't.
By the end of today's show you'll have some tools to not only identify what's causing you the issues but also how to...2021-06-2859 min
The Electricians Co-OpEP7 - Mining, management and all things leadership with Louise Monger from Schneider ElectricToday on the show we have Louise Monger from Schneider Electric.
Louise has over 20-years' experience in technical and leadership roles across a range of sectors and disciplines, including real estate, facilities management, and working as an electrician in the mining industry.
This diverse experience underpins her passion for how people and technology can shape real estate experiences and improve the world we live in.
Louise's job at Schneider Electric is as the Vice President Digital Buildings, Australia and she's here today to share more about her role, and to tell us a little more about her career as an...2021-06-071h 00
The Electricians Co-OpEP6 - Let's talk Level-2 with Kosta and Daniel from MainserveToday on the show we have Kosta Tzoumase from Mainserve. Mainserve are accredited Level 2 service providers with Ausgrid, Endeavour and Essential Energy.
Kosta and his team look after installations, repairs and maintenance of overhead and underground services that run between the customers home or business and the electrical supply network.
Mainserve is a family owned business with over 37-years of experience and are experts in managing highly complex projects ensuring the best possible outcomes. Today we're going to find out exactly how they do it.
Make sure you connect with Kosta:
Website: https://www.mainserve.com.au/
Instagram: https://www...2021-06-0447 min
The Electricians Co-OpEP5 - Understanding exactly what it takes to start your own electrical business with Oliver Saunders and Patrick ZarzourToday on the show we have Oliver Saunders from The Saunders Electrical Group and Patrick Zarzour from Oz Tech Sparks Electrical. The boys are here today to talk about their business, what keeps the wheels of commerce turning and what you can do to emulate their success.
Both Patrick and Oliver run teams of similar size to ProImage Electrical and it's interesting to compare all of the businesses side by side.
One of the reasons that Rob and Jamie started this podcast was to bring like minded businesses together and in the process help each other move forward, create more...2021-06-011h 13
The Electricians Co-OpEP4 - Managing your work life balance with Jamie Small and Rob BrusToday on the show it's just Jamie and Rob - no guests. We're going to cover some work life balance stuff because there is no point in hustling like a crazy person if it ends up being at the expense of other important things in your life. You need to find a happy medium.
Health and family are number 1 for us and today on the show we're going to share how we manage our businesses and staff, our family and young kids, as well as our partners and their business all while trying to keep it all together - most...2021-05-1958 min
The Electricians Co-OpEP3 - How Cameron Bruzzese from the Vaccaro Group works closely with Clipsal to grow his electrical businessToday on the show we have Cameron Bruzzese from Vaccaro Group. Cameron and his team work closely with Clipsal and we're going to find out how he leverages the brand to streamline his business and offer a superior product for his clients.
The Vaccaro Group are now in their 36th year of business and along the way they've learnt a thing or two. Today on the show we're going to find out exactly what it is that makes his business so successful.
Make sure you connect with Cameron:
Website: https://vaccarogroup.com.au
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/vaccarogroup
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The Electricians Co-OpEP2 - Chillin with Daniel Di Martino From The Spark Innovation Group and Rick Moura from Easy Switch ElectricalToday on the show we have Daniel DiMartino from The Spark Innovation Group and Rick Moura from Easy Switch Electrical.
Daniel and Rick are here to share their experience as electricians and have some fun with us here on the show. By the end of today's podcast you'll know exactly what makes their businesses a success.
Make sure you connect with Daniel and Rick on the details below:
Daniel Di Martino: https://www.instagram.com/sparkinnovation/
Rick Moura: https://www.instagram.com/easy_switch_electrical/
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The Electricians Co-OpEP1 - Welcome to the Electricians Co-Op with Jamie Small and Rob BrusJamie Small & Rob Brus created the Electricians Co-Op to help you, the fellow sparkie get to the next level in your business.
If you're ready to break through and get off the plateau then this podcast will provide you with the motivation, the tools and the practical skills you need to take your electrical business to the next level.
You can expect interviews, case studies and lots more and our goal is to ensure that you leave each and every podcast with some practical tips, skills and hacks that you can use in your business and life right away.
If...2021-04-2942 min