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 

As the year winds down, we&rsquo;re feeling grateful for the conversations we&rsquo;ve shared, the lessons learned, and the stories from those who&rsquo;ve stepped up to build better businesses and richer lives. Your support, feedback, and commitment to growth mean the world to us.&nbsp;
Now&rsquo;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.&nbsp;
After the festivities, when you&rsquo;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: <a href="https://www.strategysession.com.au">www.strategysession.com.au</a>&nbsp;
And if you&rsquo;re not already part of <a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/thetradeden">The Trade Den</a> please come over to our community on Facebook:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/thetradeden">https://www.facebook.com/groups/thetradeden</a>&nbsp;
Find out more about Pravar Group at <a href="http://www.pravargroup.com">www.pravargroup.com</a> or&nbsp; <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

Merry Christmas | Returning 8th January 2026

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 

We hope you&rsquo;re having a great break and recharging with the people who matter most. As business owners, we know New Year&rsquo;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&rsquo;t created in a single burst of energy, but through small, consistent actions that compound over time.&nbsp;
So enjoy the day, relax, and when you&rsquo;re ready, you&rsquo;re welcome to book a Discovery Call to start your journey toward building a sustainable business and balanced life: <a href="https://www.strategysession.com.au">www.strategysession.com.au</a>&nbsp;
If you&rsquo;re not already part of <a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/thetradeden">The Trade Den</a> please come over to our community on Facebook:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/thetradeden">https://www.facebook.com/groups/thetradeden</a>&nbsp;
Find out more about Pravar Group at <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;

Happy New Year – This Is Your Year | Returning 8th January 2026

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 

As we close in on the end of the year, give yourself some space to reflect. Don&rsquo;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.&nbsp;
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.&nbsp;
In this episode you&rsquo;ll learn:&nbsp;
🔨 Reflection is a powerful way to create forward momentum and clarity.&nbsp; 🔨 Deep review helps uncover lessons that surface-level reflection often misses.&nbsp; 🔨 Celebrating small wins builds motivation, gratitude, and lasting self-belief.&nbsp; 🔨 Honest reflection turns challenges into lessons and lessons into growth.&nbsp; 🔨 Clarity comes from recognising what worked and letting go of what didn&rsquo;t.&nbsp; 🔨 Purposeful reflection sets the foundation for a stronger, more focused year ahead.&nbsp;
&hellip; Book a free Discovery Call to start your journey toward building a sustainable business and balanced life: <a href="https://www.strategysession.com.au">www.strategysession.com.au</a>&nbsp;
And if you&rsquo;re not already part of <a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/thetradeden">The Trade Den</a> please come over to our community on Facebook:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/thetradeden">https://www.facebook.com/groups/thetradeden</a>&nbsp;
Find out more about Pravar Group at <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;

96. Stop & Reflect: Turning This Year’s Wins & Lessons into Next Year’s Growth

Fourteen months ago, plasterer Jerry Redman was stuck on the hamster wheel: long hours, tight cashflow, confused on how to break the cycle. 

Then he discovered The Trade Den and made the commitment to change. 

Today, he runs a $2M+ owner-operator business, is completely off the tools, leads an eight-man high-end plastering crew, has support in the office, and is building a business that actually serves his family, lifestyle and financial future. 

In this episode, we follow Jerry’s epic journey through cashflow crunches, pricing overhauls, installing back-office systems, and shifting his identity from a plaster who ‘just works harder’ to a leader who focuses on growth and profits. 

If you’re feeling stuck but know you’re capable of more, Jerry’s story is proof of what’s possible when you set clear goals, follow the right roadmap and commit to the priorities that matter.  This might be the kick you’ve been waiting for.

In this episode you’ll learn: 

🔨 Pricing systems gave clarity, confidence and control over every project delivered. 
🔨 Letting go of the tools unlocked strategic thinking and real business growth. 
🔨 Strong habits and personal discipline fuelled consistency through every tough stage. 
🔨 Community support and coaching accelerated decisions, learning and long-term momentum. 
🔨 Empowering a team creates pride, ownership and higher-quality outcomes on site. 
🔨 Strategic growth replaced chaos, giving Jerry a business with real direction. 

Jerry started making the change from listening to episodes 23, 24, and 25 of The Trade Den. We encourage you to go back and listen to these three episodes on pricing: 

23. The Most Costly Pricing Mistakes You Can Make in a Trades Business 
24. How to Adjust Your Prices as Your Business Grows… Without Losing Customers 
25. What You Need to be Charging in Your Trades Business 

Listen here: 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 

Fourteen months ago, plasterer Jerry Redman was stuck on the hamster wheel: long hours, tight cashflow, confused on how to break the cycle.&nbsp;
Then he discovered The Trade Den and made the commitment to change.&nbsp;
Today, he runs a $2M+ owner-operator business, is completely off the tools, leads an eight-man high-end plastering crew, has support in the office, and is building a business that actually serves his family, lifestyle and financial future.&nbsp;
In this episode, we follow Jerry&rsquo;s epic journey through cashflow crunches, pricing overhauls, installing back-office systems, and shifting his identity from a plaster who &lsquo;just works harder&rsquo; to a leader who focuses on growth and profits.&nbsp;
If you&rsquo;re feeling stuck but know you&rsquo;re capable of more, Jerry&rsquo;s story is proof of what&rsquo;s possible when you set clear goals, follow the right roadmap and commit to the priorities that matter.&nbsp; This might be the kick you&rsquo;ve been waiting for.
In this episode you&rsquo;ll learn:&nbsp;
🔨 Pricing systems gave clarity, confidence and control over every project delivered.&nbsp; 🔨 Letting go of the tools unlocked strategic thinking and real business growth.&nbsp; 🔨 Strong habits and personal discipline fuelled consistency through every tough stage.&nbsp; 🔨 Community support and coaching accelerated decisions, learning and long-term momentum.&nbsp; 🔨 Empowering a team creates pride, ownership and higher-quality outcomes on site.&nbsp; 🔨 Strategic growth replaced chaos, giving Jerry a business with real direction.&nbsp;
Jerry started making the change from listening to episodes 23, 24, and 25 of The Trade Den. We encourage you to go back and listen to these three episodes on pricing:&nbsp;
23. The Most Costly Pricing Mistakes You Can Make in a Trades Business 24. How to Adjust Your Prices as Your Business Grows&hellip; Without Losing Customers 25. What You Need to be Charging in Your Trades Business&nbsp;
Listen here: <a href="https://open.spotify.com/show/4DcSmeN59hroObrubbwFZ3">https://open.spotify.com/show/4DcSmeN59hroObrubbwFZ3</a>&nbsp;
&hellip; Book a free Discovery Call to start your journey toward building a sustainable business and balanced life: <a href="https://www.strategysession.com.au">www.strategysession.com.au</a>&nbsp;
And if you&rsquo;re not already part of <a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/thetradeden">The Trade Den</a> please come over to our community on Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/thetradeden">https://www.facebook.com/groups/thetradeden</a>&nbsp;
Find out more about Pravar Group at <a href="http://www.pravargroup.com">www.pravargroup.com</a> or&nbsp; <a href="https://www.instagram.com/pravargroup">https://www.instagram.com/pravargroup</a>&nbsp;

Merry Christmas | Returning 8th January 2026

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