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EPISODE · Mar 10, 2026 · 1H 48M

From Tragedy To Building "Paypal for Construction" Johan Dyers story

from The Talking Tradesman · host Russell Payne

In this powerful conversation, Johan Dyer shares the deeply personal story behind the creation of BuildBoss — a platform designed to protect tradespeople’s finances and wellbeing, often described as “PayPal for the construction industry.”Find Johan and Buildboss here - https://www.instagram.com/buildbossuk?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==www.buildboss.co.ukJohan opens up about the devastating loss of his father in a paragliding accident, a tragedy that had a profound impact on his life. He speaks candidly about the grief that followed and the challenges of navigating life after such a sudden loss.Alongside this, Johan also shares his own battles with mental health. In this episode he goes into depth about that journey — the struggles he faced, how therapy became a turning point for him, and the role it played in helping him rebuild his life and perspective.Through honest conversation and lived experience, Johan explains how those experiences ultimately led him to create BuildBoss — a platform aimed at improving trust, payment security, and financial protection for tradespeople across the construction industry.This episode blends personal tragedy, recovery, and innovation in the construction industry, offering practical insight and a powerful reminder that even the hardest experiences can lead to purpose.Thanks to our Headline Sponsors - Zinsser uk

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