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Mar 22, 2026 15 min

Why ‘I Need More Work’ Isn’t the Real Problem with Mitch

from UpScale - Build your profitable Trade and Construction business Hosted by UpScale Business Coaching

In this episode, Mitch jumps straight into a raw conversation after finishing a coaching session with a tradie business owner who said something we hear all the time: “I just need more work.” But is that really the problem? Need help growing your business? Follow us on IG for daily Content for your Trade Business @upscalebusinesscoaching Book a free session with our Growth Specialist: ⁠upscale-coaching.com/schedule-podcast⁠ Watch insights and tips on YouTube: ⁠upscale-coaching.com/upscale-youtube⁠ Find out where your business stands with our Tradie Quiz: ⁠https://upscale-coaching.com/application-podcast Hear from tradies who’ve done it, and learn what it really takes to grow a successful trade business. https://www.upscalecoaching.com.au/success-stories/ Mitch shares his honest thoughts on why chasing more jobs is often only one side of the story. Many trade businesses believe that more leads will fix everything, but the real challenges usually sit deeper in the business. From pricing and systems to capacity and decision making, there are a few things that need attention before simply adding more work to the pipeline. This episode is a bit of a rant and a reality check for tradies who feel stuck or overwhelmed in their business. If you’ve ever felt like you need more jobs coming in, this conversation will help you look at the bigger picture and understand what might actually be holding your business back. You’ll hear Mitch talk about the patterns he sees during coaching sessions with trade business owners and why focusing on the right problems can make a massive difference to your growth. If you run a trade business and feel like you’re constantly chasing the next job, this episode will give you a new perspective on what to focus on next. Follow the hosts Mitch: https://www.instagram.com/mitchvan_/ Erina: https://www.instagram.com/erinaroxx/

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