TIB658 It's National Tradie Health Month - What's The Real Issue With Tradies' Health?

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In this insightful episode of The Innovators & Investors Podcast, host Kristian Marquez sits down with Jay Crone, Managing Director and Venture Capitalist at Deloitte Ventures, to explore the firm’s strategic approach to corporate venture capital. Jay shares Deloitte Ventures’ investment thesis, focusing on supporting innovative Canadian startups at Series A and B stages across key sectors like cybersecurity, climate tech, fintech, future of work, health tech, and AI. Listeners will gain an inside look at how Deloitte leverages its vast network of 1,500 partners and 15,000 employees to source deals and add value beyond capital by helping startups navigate Deloitte’s complex ecosystem and access enterprise clients. Jay also discusses his diverse career journey—from government and investment banking to entrepreneurship and corporate VC—and how those experiences shape his investment philosophy. The episode delves into Deloitte’s due diligence process, the importance of founder relationships, and the firm’s strategic role as a co-investor. Jay highlights emerging trends, particularly the promise of vertical AI tailored to industry-specific needs, and shares his bullish outlook on fintech innovations like stablecoins and cross-border payments. He offers candid advice for entrepreneurs on risk-taking and aligning business vision with funding goals. This episode is a must-listen for founders, investors, and anyone interested in the evolving landscape of corporate venture capital and innovation in Canada. Learn more about Jay's work at https://www.deloitte.com/ca/en/services/program/ventures.html Connect with Jay on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/jaycrone/ Think you'd be a great guest on the show? Apply at https://finstratmgmt.com/innovators-investors-podcast/ Want to learn more about Kristian Marquez's work? Check out his website at https://finstratmgmt.com…

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Feeling the weight of the tradie life? August is National Tradie Health Month so we’re cutting through the noise and getting real about the challenges tradies face. Waz & Nic talk about the daily stress, isolation, and overwhelming workload that many tradies endure—because simply knowing there’s a problem isn’t enough.. We need practical solutions, and that means focusing on more than just the physical. Emotional and mental well-being are just as important, and finding a supportive community can make all the difference.

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TIB658 It's National Tradie Health Month - What's The Real Issue With Tradies' Health?

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TIB688 The #1 Mindset Block Killing Tradie Success (And Why It Starts With You) 45:36

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What if the biggest thing holding your business back isn’t your pricing, team, or strategy.. but your mindset? Nic chats with mindset coach Di Russell about the real reason many tradies feel stuck even when they’re doing all the “right” things. Di shares her personal story of rebuilding after loss, running a multi-state business, and the lessons she’s learned about self-worth, identity, and success. This episode will challenge and encourage you to rethink what success actually looks like and how to build a trade business that brings more joy, not just stress. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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TIB687 Real Tradie Stories with Miles Astley from Astley Electrical 37:35

27 days ago37:35

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After four decades in the trade, Miles knows a thing or two about building a business that lasts. Nic chats with Miles about his journey from apprentice to owner of Astley Electrical , and the lessons learned along the way, from business partner breakups to leading a values-driven family team. They unpack the systems, culture, and mindset that make up “The Astley Way,” and why professionalism, respect, and continual learning matter just as much as technical skill. Whether you're stepping off the tools or planning for your legacy, this one’s full of real-world wisdom for every tradie in business. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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TIB686 Secrets to Building a Business That Works with Your ADHD Brain 32:22

6 weeks ago32:22

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If you’ve ever felt like your brain’s a chaotic mix of too many ideas, unfinished tasks, and caffeine-fueled energy bursts, you’re not broken. You might just be wired differently. And that can be a massive advantage. Skye Waterson from Unconventional Organisation knows this first hand. Diagnosed with ADHD while completing her PhD, she’s since helped business owners across the world turn that chaos into clarity with tools that actually work for neurodiverse brains. In this episode, you’ll learn how to spot the signs of ADHD (even without a diagnosis), why traditional advice often fails business owners with ADHD, and how to build focus, routines, and team systems that actually stick. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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TIB685 Clicks, Conversions, and No-Fluff Marketing for Tradies 34:17

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Struggling to make sense of online marketing for your trade business? In this episode, Nic chats with Brandon Willington, from Where U , who breaks down his no-fluff approach to digital marketing using his 3Cs method—Clicks, Conversion, and Conversation. From setting up ads on Meta and Google to building landing pages that actually convert, Brandon shares practical tips for tradies who want real results without wasting cash. They also chat about CRMs, AI tools, and why you don’t need a big agency—or even your face on camera—to succeed online. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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TIB683 She says, He says - There's a faction too much friction 18:05

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Nic and Waz sadly see too many couples who are disconnected, join them as they explore how this happens and share their tips on finding your way back TWL038 re-run See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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TIB682 She says, He says - Can a job title really do all that? 20:33

20 weeks ago20:33

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Nic and Waz talk through how a job title can help your parnter begin to understand how much you do within your tradie wife role. TWL036 re-run See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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TIB681 Real Tradie Stories with Dan Boscolo from Timeless Staircases 38:23

22 weeks ago38:23

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Running a niche trade business comes with its own set of challenges, and Dan Boscolo from Timeless Staircases knows this firsthand. From starting as an apprentice to leading his own stair-building business, Dan shares how he grew his business while staying true to his craft. He also shares how support from the TIB community helped him tackle cash flow issues and why keeping his passion for skateboarding alive has been key to his work-life balance. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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TIB680 Unlocking the Art of Great Leadership and Handling Difficult Conversations 32:32

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Leadership can be tricky for trade business owners trying to guide their teams. Nic chats with Dani Ferrier, founder of Lead Like a Legend , about how to tackle leadership and tough conversations in the workplace. With years of experience in hospitality and wilderness guiding across 8 countries, Dani brings a fresh take on communication and leadership as she explains why we often avoid difficult conversations and shares her “Pace Pace Lead” framework to handle them better. Dani also talks about giving positive feedback and how cultural factors like tall poppy syndrome can make it challenging. Her advice encourages leaders to embrace vulnerability, improve communication, and build stronger, more motivated teams. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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TIB679 She Says, He Says - What's this all about? 10:46

26 weeks ago10:46

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We're introducing a new weekly episode where Nic will be joined by Waz to discuss the difference of opinions we all have in relationships! TWL032 re-run See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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TIB678 Throwback - TIB587 TradeMutt: What Loud Shirts Have to Do with Mental Health for Tradies 39:48

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In just on 5 years a couple of chippy mates, Ed Ross and Dan Allen, have built a small empire in the workwear space. Perhaps more impressively, they've also set up and run their own mental health organisation that delivers free counselling and support to blue collar workers around the country. With more than $700,000 of free counselling services rolled out to over 4,000 tradies through their not-for-profit, TIACS (This Is A Conversation Starter), these lads are taking massive action when it comes to the mental health of tradies everywhere. We chat with Ed about their journey and some of the challenges they've faced behind the scenes of this very eye-catching business! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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TIB677 Throwback - TIB265 Real Tradie Guys - Starting a Business with Ben Hulsbosch from MOA Heavy Diesel 45:34

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This instalment of Real Tradie Guys is a cracker. Not only is our guest a Kiwi, a heavy diesel fitter, a West Australian and a TiB Tradiepreneur... he's also a competitive wood chopper! Ben started his business recently like so many other tradies, after deciding he wanted the freedom, flexibility and financial rewards of being self employed. Ben has done things different to many though and he shares his secrets to being profitable and balanced just 3 months after kicking off his new venture! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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TIB676 Throwback - TIB185 Real Tradie Wives with Amii Jones from Touchwood Tree Services 55:42

32 weeks ago55:42

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Amii Jones epitomises many 'tradie wives'. She's incredibly humble about her role in her family and business and tends to understate how much she contributes to the smooth running of both. We had a fantastic chat to one of our rock star Drawing Board members about how she's managed to 'feel the fear and do it anyway', influence her husband to make positive change, overcome her self-doubt, harness her strengths, embrace the title of Business Manager and more. Amii also gives some insight into the power of community and the Tradies In Business Drawing Board (now Tradiepreneur Program) with Waz and Nic. Finally, we celebrate her and husband Brendon achieving the massive goal of buying their first house! This is a cracking episode with one of our favourite tradie wives. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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TIB675 Throwback - TIB034 How to Market Your Trade Business with Allan Dib from The One Page Marketing Plan 49:17

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Mar-kuh-ting... that's how Waz sounds it out anyway. While marketing is done to DEATH on just about every podcast known to man, Waz and Nic find a bloke who's got it down to just one page! Although he wrote a whole book on the subject, Allan Dib reckons the best marketing plan fits on a page. We think that's a good way to keep it simple and get it done. See if you agree! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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TIB674 Throwback - FIF#13 Giving and Receiving Feedback 36:36

34 weeks ago36:36

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Feedback is just information...right? Sometimes it's just not that easy. Waz and Nic give each other some feedback and discuss whether and when it's ok to give feedback to others. Oh, and how to (maybe) accept it! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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