The Daily Dose #79 | Are Suppliers Fuelling A Race To The Bottom? Should We Be Training Like The Aussie Olympic Team & What's Happening In The World Of Home Building & TGB

In this episode of the Good Builder podcast, Az discusses various pressing topics in the construction industry, including the impact of suppliers on quality, the New South Wales housing guarantee, the importance of training akin to elite athletes, and the launch of new apprentice incentives. He also reflects on the lessons learned from the downfall of Eagle Boys, emphasising the need for substance in any building business, not just fancy slogans. The episode concludes with community shoutouts and an invitation for listener engagement. Takeaways Suppliers focusing on volume over quality harm the industry. The New South Wales housing guarantee aims to unlock stalled projects. Training should be structured like elite sports for better outcomes. Incentives for apprentices should be paired with mentoring. Sustainable success requires continuous improvement and substance. Community support is vital for industry growth. Engagement with lenders is crucial for project success. Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Personal Update 02:48 The Race to the Bottom: Supplier Dynamics 05:43 New South Wales Housing Guarantee 08:48 Training Like Elite Athletes 11:42 Incentives for Apprentices and Industry Growth 12:11 Lessons from Eagle Boys: Substance Over Slogans 12:11 Community Shoutouts and Engagement 12:11 Closing Remarks and Future Engagement