The ToolShed Podcast

EP 169.2: How to Fix Your Estimating Process and Grow Your Building Business

Are your quotes costing you time, profit… or both? In Part 2 of EP 169 of The ToolShed Podcast, Mick Hawes sits down with Joey Hidalgo to unpack one of the biggest bottlenecks in a building business, estimating. Most builders don't struggle because they can't quote… They struggle because they don't have a system behind it. This episode explores how improving your estimating process can lead to better pricing accuracy, stronger margins, and more time to focus on actually growing your business. Connect with Joey: Website: https://estimatormatch.ai/ [https://estimatormatch.ai/] & https://www.measuringcompany.com/ [https://www.measuringcompany.com/] Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/measuringcompany [https://www.facebook.com/measuringcompany] Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/measuringcompany/?hl=en [https://www.instagram.com/measuringcompany/?hl=en] LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/themeasuringcompany/ [https://www.linkedin.com/company/themeasuringcompany/] Podcast: https://www.youtube.com/@TheProfitableEstimator [https://www.youtube.com/@TheProfitableEstimator] Connect with Joey: Website: https://estimatormatch.ai/ [https://estimatormatch.ai/] & https://www.measuringcompany.com/ [https://www.measuringcompany.com/] Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/measuringcompany [https://www.facebook.com/measuringcompany] Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/measuringcompany/?hl=en [https://www.instagram.com/measuringcompany/?hl=en] LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/themeasuringcompany/ [https://www.linkedin.com/company/themeasuringcompany/] Podcast: https://www.youtube.com/@TheProfitableEstimator [https://www.youtube.com/@TheProfitableEstimator] More profit, less grind? Take the Builder Freedom Readiness Scorecard: https://buildersfreedomreadiness.scoreapp.com/ [https://buildersfreedomreadiness.scoreapp.com/]

EP 169.1: How to Hire a Virtual Estimator & Scale Your Construction Business FAST

In this episode of The ToolShed Podcast, I sit down with Joey Hidalgo, founder of The Measuring Company, to unpack one of the biggest hidden challenges in the building industry, estimating. Most builders don't struggle because they lack work. They struggle because estimating becomes a bottleneck. Late nights, second-guessing numbers, and trying to stay competitive without truly understanding costs are all too common. Joey shares how what started as helping a few builders with their quotes quickly revealed a much bigger issue across the industry. It's not just about pricing it's about the absence of systems behind it. Connect with Joey: Website: https://estimatormatch.ai/ [https://estimatormatch.ai/] & https://www.measuringcompany.com/ [https://www.measuringcompany.com/] Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/measuringcompany [https://www.facebook.com/measuringcompany] Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/measuringcompany/?hl=en [https://www.instagram.com/measuringcompany/?hl=en] LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/themeasuringcompany/ [https://www.linkedin.com/company/themeasuringcompany/] Podcast: https://www.youtube.com/@TheProfitableEstimator [https://www.youtube.com/@TheProfitableEstimator] More profit, less grind? Take the Builder Freedom Readiness Scorecard: https://buildersfreedomreadiness.scoreapp.com/ [https://buildersfreedomreadiness.scoreapp.com/]

EP 168 Part 2: Stop Chasing Big Projects… The Truth About Profit in Construction

Are Bigger Jobs Actually Holding Your Building Business Back? Every builder wants the big project the prestige, the revenue, the recognition. But what if chasing bigger jobs is quietly costing you profit, time, and freedom? In Part 2 with Adrian Ramsay, we unpack why the smartest builders don't chase size ,they chase alignment. From choosing the right clients to creating a process that builds trust, this episode challenges how you think about profit, leadership, and long-term success. If you want better margins, less stress, and a business that actually supports your life, this one's worth your time. Connect with Adrian: Website: https://ardesignhouse.com/ [https://ardesignhouse.com/] Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AdrianRamsayDesignHouse/ [https://www.facebook.com/AdrianRamsayDesignHouse/] Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/adrianramsay [https://www.instagram.com/adrianramsay] LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/adrian-ramsay-6197a73/ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/adrian-ramsay-6197a73/] Podcast: https://talkdesign.show/ [https://talkdesign.show/] More profit, less grind? Take the Builder Freedom Readiness Scorecard: https://buildersfreedomreadiness.scoreapp.com/ [https://buildersfreedomreadiness.scoreapp.com/]

EP 168 Part 1: From Dyslexic and ADHD to Design Director

Are your biggest projects actually your least profitable? In this episode of The ToolShed Podcast (EP 168 Part 1), I sit down with Adrian Ramsay , award-winning building designer and host of Dream Homes Revealed, to unpack the truth about profit, projects, and building a business that works. Adrian shares how smaller "learning projects" can often deliver better margins than large, ego-driven builds, and why choosing the right clients matters more than chasing big-dollar jobs. We also touch on simple financial systems, cash flow, and turning challenges into strengths in business. Key Takeaways:• Small projects can drive higher profit • Don't chase jobs, choose the right clients • Build systems that support your business Tune in and rethink how you approach profit and growth. Connect with Adrian: Website: https://ardesignhouse.com/ [https://ardesignhouse.com/] Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AdrianRamsayDesignHouse/ [https://www.facebook.com/AdrianRamsayDesignHouse/] Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/adrianramsay [https://www.instagram.com/adrianramsay] LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/adrian-ramsay-6197a73/ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/adrian-ramsay-6197a73/] Podcast: https://talkdesign.show/ [https://talkdesign.show/] More profit, less grind? Take the Builder Freedom Readiness Scorecard: https://buildersfreedomreadiness.scoreapp.com/ [https://buildersfreedomreadiness.scoreapp.com/]

EP 167: What Every Australian Investor Gets Wrong About the Market | Terry Tran

What if the biggest mistake investors make isn't the stock they pick… but how they think about the market? In this episode of The ToolShed Podcast, Mick sits down with seasoned investor Terry Tran to unpack the misconceptions many Australian investors have about markets, valuations, and risk. With nearly 30 years of experience, Terry shares why protecting capital matters more than chasing returns, how emotional decision-making leads to poor outcomes, and why today's market conditions where some companies trade at 30–40× earnings require a more disciplined and cautious approach. Australians reviewing their super. Connect with Terry: Company: https://www.thefreedomtrader.com/ [https://www.thefreedomtrader.com/] Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheFreedomTrader/ [https://www.facebook.com/TheFreedomTrader/] Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thefreedomtrader/ [https://www.instagram.com/thefreedomtrader/] More profit, less grind? Take the Builder Freedom Readiness Scorecard: https://buildersfreedomreadiness.scoreapp.com/ [https://buildersfreedomreadiness.scoreapp.com/] This episode is a practical discussion on risk, mindset, and making smarter investment decisions, particularly when strong markets mask warning signs. It offers clarity for active investors and those seeking market understanding.