Initially facing overwhelm and burnout, Adrian Kowal found himself at a crossroads, feeling overwhelmed and contemplating selling his business – something he had worked incredibly hard to build. 

With strong support from his family, close friends, and his coaching group, he worked through the tough – and dark – period, leaning on grit and a willingness to ask for help. 

Reflecting on his growth, Adrian credits the lessons learned and his ongoing efforts to maintain mental well-being and a healthy relationship with alcohol. 

He tried various methods to regain control, from health routines to therapy, but ultimately found that focusing on a few small habits was the key to rebuilding. 

Adrian’s story highlights the importance of community, leadership, and mental health. It’s a reminder that it’s okay to ask for help when needed and that taking small, consistent steps can lead to massive change. 

Adrian’s journey inspires many, especially those in the trades, to keep pushing through even the toughest of times. 

Takeaways from this episode: 

🔨 Small habits can lead to big changes in life and business. 
🔨 Asking for help is a sign of strength, not weakness. 
🔨 Support networks are crucial for overcoming tough personal and professional times. 
🔨 Consistency, not perfection, is key to making lasting progress. 
🔨 Mental health should be prioritised alongside physical health for overall wellbeing. 
🔨 Embrace challenges as opportunities to grow and build resilience. 
🔨 Being a strong leader starts with taking care of yourself. 
🔨 Taking small steps daily leads to long-term success and stability.

Mental health support

If you’re feeling overwhelmed and looking for support or guidance with your mental health, TIACS is a free phone and text counselling service offering mental health support to Australia’s blue-collar community. Visit https://www.tiacs.org/ or phone 0488 846 988.

Or, access Beyond Blue https://www.beyondblue.org.au/ or phone 1300 22 4636. 

 

Please come to The Trade Den Facebook and share your thoughts with other likeminded business owners.  https://www.facebook.com/groups/thetradeden 

… Book a free Strategy Call www.strategysession.com.au 

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

Initially facing overwhelm and burnout, Adrian Kowal found himself at a crossroads, feeling overwhelmed and contemplating selling his business &ndash; something he had worked incredibly hard to build.&nbsp;
With strong support from his family, close friends, and his coaching group, he worked through the tough &ndash; and dark &ndash; period, leaning on grit and a willingness to ask for help.&nbsp;
Reflecting on his growth, Adrian credits the lessons learned and his ongoing efforts to maintain mental well-being and a healthy relationship with alcohol.&nbsp;
He tried various methods to regain control, from health routines to therapy, but ultimately found that focusing on a few small habits was the key to rebuilding.&nbsp;
Adrian&rsquo;s story highlights the importance of community, leadership, and mental health. It&rsquo;s a reminder that it&rsquo;s okay to ask for help when needed and that taking small, consistent steps can lead to massive change.&nbsp;
Adrian&rsquo;s journey inspires many, especially those in the trades, to keep pushing through even the toughest of times.&nbsp;
Takeaways from this episode:&nbsp;
🔨 Small habits can lead to big changes in life and business. 🔨 Asking for help is a sign of strength, not weakness. 🔨 Support networks are crucial for overcoming tough personal and professional times. 🔨 Consistency, not perfection, is key to making lasting progress. 🔨 Mental health should be prioritised alongside physical health for overall wellbeing. 🔨 Embrace challenges as opportunities to grow and build resilience. 🔨 Being a strong leader starts with taking care of yourself. 🔨 Taking small steps daily leads to long-term success and stability.
Mental health support
If you&rsquo;re feeling overwhelmed and looking for support or guidance with your mental health, TIACS is a free phone and text counselling service offering mental health support to Australia&rsquo;s blue-collar community. Visit <a href="https://www.tiacs.org/">https://www.tiacs.org/</a> or phone 0488 846 988.
Or, access Beyond Blue <a href="https://www.beyondblue.org.au/">https://www.beyondblue.org.au/</a> or phone 1300 22 4636.&nbsp;
&nbsp;
Please come to&nbsp;<a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/thetradeden">The Trade Den</a> Facebook and share your thoughts with other likeminded business owners.&nbsp; <a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/thetradeden">https://www.facebook.com/groups/thetradeden</a>&nbsp;
&hellip; Book a free Strategy Call <a href="https://www.strategysession.com.au">www.strategysession.com.au</a>&nbsp;
Find out more about Pravar Group at&nbsp;<a href="http://www.pravargroup.com">www.pravargroup.com</a> or <a href="https://www.instagram.com/pravargroup">https://www.instagram.com/pravargroup</a>&nbsp;

If you’re a tradie and you’ve gone out on your own you’ve probably done it because you want more out of your life… to earn more money, build wealth, have more free time with your family and live a great lifestyle. 

But for so many business owners they end up working long hours, not generating enough profit and ending up tired, stressed and with no time to connect with the very thing that matters to them most … their families. 

In The Trade Den Podcast, we pull back the curtain to share the same tools, stories and strategies that have helped hundreds of businessmen in the trades and construction industry transform their businesses and reconnect with their families. 

If you’re ready to take back control of your business and life you’re in the right place, click follow so you don’t miss a single episode and head to The Trade Den to join our Facebook Community. 

Ready to get off the Hamster Wheel and take your Business and Life to the next level? Book a Chat here 

Find out more about Pravar Group at pravargroup.com or @rob_kropp

If you&rsquo;re a tradie and you&rsquo;ve gone out on your own you&rsquo;ve probably done it because you want more out of your life&hellip; to earn more money, build wealth, have more free time with your family and live a great lifestyle.&nbsp;
But for so many business owners they end up working long hours, not generating enough profit and ending up tired, stressed and with no time to connect with the very thing that matters to them most &hellip; their families.&nbsp;
In The Trade Den Podcast, we pull back the curtain to share the same tools, stories and strategies that have helped hundreds of businessmen in the trades and construction industry transform their businesses and reconnect with their families.&nbsp;
If you&rsquo;re ready to take back control of your business and life you&rsquo;re in the right place, click follow so you don&rsquo;t miss a single episode and head to <a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/2408346576138045">The Trade Den</a> to join our Facebook Community.&nbsp;
Ready to get off the Hamster Wheel and take your Business and Life to the next level? Book a&nbsp;<a href="https://launch.pravargroup.com.au/onestepcloser">Chat</a> here&nbsp;
Find out more about Pravar Group at pravargroup.com or @rob_kropp

The Trade Den Podcast helps tradespeople and construction business owners break free from the cycle of long hours and stress. Each week, hosts Rob and Dan share proven strategies, tools and real stories from hundreds of successful trades businesses to help you build profit, reclaim your time and reconnect with your family. Whether you're struggling with cash flow, team management or work-life balance, discover how to transform your business into one that serves your lifestyle goals. Join our community of like-minded tradespeople ready to get off the hamster wheel and take control of their business and life.

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If you’re a tradie and you’ve gone out on your own you’ve probably done it because you want more out of your life… to earn more money, build wealth, have more free time with your family and live a great lifestyle. 

But for so many business owners they end up working long hours, not generating enough profit and ending up tired, stressed and with no time to connect with the very thing that matters to them most … their families. 

In The Trade Den Podcast, we pull back the curtain to share the same tools, stories and strategies that have helped hundreds of businessmen in the trades and construction industry transform their businesses and reconnect with their families.

If you’re ready to take back control of your business and life you’re in the right place, click follow so you don’t miss a single episode and head to The Trade Den to join our Facebook Community 

Ready to get off the Hamster Wheel and take your Business and Life to the next level?

Book a Chat here 

Find out more about Pravar Group at pravargroup.com or @rob_kropp

If you&rsquo;re a tradie and you&rsquo;ve gone out on your own you&rsquo;ve probably done it because you want more out of your life&hellip; to earn more money, build wealth, have more free time with your family and live a great lifestyle.&nbsp;
But for so many business owners they end up working long hours, not generating enough profit and ending up tired, stressed and with no time to connect with the very thing that matters to them most &hellip; their families.&nbsp;
In The Trade Den Podcast, we pull back the curtain to share the same tools, stories and strategies that have helped hundreds of businessmen in the trades and construction industry transform their businesses and reconnect with their families.
If you&rsquo;re ready to take back control of your business and life you&rsquo;re in the right place, click follow so you don&rsquo;t miss a single episode and head to <a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/2408346576138045">The Trade Den</a> to join our Facebook Community&nbsp;
Ready to get off the Hamster Wheel and take your Business and Life to the next level?
Book a <a href="https://launch.pravargroup.com.au/onestepcloser">Chat</a> here&nbsp;
Find out more about Pravar Group at pravargroup.com or @rob_kropp