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The Upperlimits Show
by Nick Psaila
Welcome to "The Upper Limits" show, the podcast built for ambitious 7-plus-figure business owners and entrepreneurs who want to transform their businesses and lives from Good to Great. Hosted by Nick Psaila and Chris Herbert, each episode is a mesh of inspiration and actionable insights, featuring thought leaders, success stories, industry experts and strategies to help you shatter limiting beliefs and boundaries, push beyond mediocrity, and unlock your true potential. Whether you're after tactical know-how or really just want to upgrade your mental, emotional and spiritual wellbeing "The Upper Limits" podcast is your trusted source for achieving excellence, fostering a growth mindset, and living a life of purpose, passion, and abundance. Follow the show and join us in the pursuit of the extraordinary.
Episodes
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Ep 136: How I Create 90 Days of Content in One Sitting
What if you could create 90 days of content in a couple of hours? Not rushed, crappy filler — actual quality posts, videos, and emails, scheduled and ready to go. In this episode, Nick breaks down the exact system he uses to turn one coaching session into a full content package — podcast scripts,...
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Ep 135: The 5-Email Sequence That Revives Dead Databases
You've got a database full of past clients and old leads sitting there doing absolutely nothing. Could be 50, could be 300, could be a thousand. Every single one of these people already knows you, already trusts you, already bought from you — and you're ignoring them while spending thousands...
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Ep 134: The Client Nurture Sequence That Wins Jobs
I recently got 5 quotes for a garage door. Five companies came out, measured up, sent through prices. Guess how many followed up? One. Sort of. A half-hearted text. I'm sitting there with $2K–$5K ready to spend and they can't be bothered following up. This is why most tradies lose jobs — not...
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Ep 133: The 7 Numbers That Will Save Your Business
8 out of 10 business owners can't tell me their break-even number. Not even roughly. That's not a strategy — that's gambling. In this episode, I break down the 7 critical numbers every business owner needs to stop flying blind and start making decisions based on facts, not feelings. Plus, I share...
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Ep 132: The IMPACT Framework: How to Create $5K Offers in 2 Minutes with AI
Most Australian business owners are brilliant at what they do — but their offers are putting people to sleep. "We're a reputable company providing quality service" isn't an offer, it's a sleeping pill. In this episode, Nick breaks down IMPACT — a 6-step framework reverse-engineered from guys like...
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Ep 131: The S3 Filter: Why Most Businesses Fail the Simplicity Test
You've got staff, systems, and revenue coming in — but you can't take a holiday, can't turn your phone off, and can't let anyone else touch the important stuff. Sound familiar? That's not a business, that's a trap. In this episode, Nick breaks down the S3 Filter — three tests every business needs...
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Ep 130: The Objection Assassin: Turn Pushback into Profit
Welcome to today's episode, The Objection Assassin, where Nick Psaila from UpCoach shares how his client Craig stopped folding on price and started closing with confidence—going from losing nearly $300,000 a year to running at 28% profit margins. In this episode, Nick breaks down a practical...
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Ep 129: The Premium Positioning Play: How to Charge More, Work Less, and Become the Go-To Expert
Welcome to today's episode, The Premium Positioning Play, where Nick Psaila from UpCoach reveals how one client transformed a business from $530,000 to over $6 million — not by cutting prices, but by becoming the premium choice in his market. Visit www.upcoach.com.au to learn how to position your...
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Ep 128: The 72 - Hour Cash Hunt: How One Business Turned $280K Debt into $1M Success
Welcome to today's episode, The 72-Hour Cash Hunt, where Nick Psaila from UpCoach shares how one client turned his business around from $280,000 in debt to over $1 million in revenue — using a simple 72-hour system. Visit www.upcoach.com.au to learn how you can strengthen your business cash flow...
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Ep 127: Charlie Clark: Empire Virtual Support - Streamlining and Transforming Business Operations
Welcome to today's episode, where we dive into the world of virtual support with Charlie Clark from Empire Virtual Support. Visit www.empirevirtualsupport.com.au to learn how you can streamline your business operations. Charlie shares insights into how their company helps businesses streamline...
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Ep.126: Jemma Kennedy: Hillview Business Services - Transforming Industry and Compliance Standards
On this episode of The Upperlimits Show, CEO Nick Psaila and guest star Jemma Kennedy, owner and CEO of Hillview Business Services converse about her journey from working in FIFO to starting her own business. Gemma shares how her experience in remote site management led her to establish a…
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Ep.125: James Russell: Tradie VA - Masters at Customer Care, Service Technicians, and Analytics Specialists
On this episode of The Upperlimits Show, CEO Nick Psaila and guest star James Russell, owner and CEO of Tradie VA converse about streamlining business operations and empowering trades and construction entrepreneurs. Tradie VA are experts in optimizing workflows for trades, discusses their...
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Ep.124: Beware of the INCENDIARY State of the Building Industry! Take Action Now to Make Sure your Safe from Liquidation.
The building and construction industry has turned into an explosive area for businesses. How can you navigate this minefield and prepare for the worst so it does not happen? In this episode of the Upper Limits Show, host Nick Psaila delves into the alarming state of the building industry…
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Ep.123: Tackle the Status Quo with EXPLOSIVE Growth in your Business! Think Smarter and Accelerate your Business in 2024.
Tired of the status quo, of making just enough to get by, and moving at a glacial pace toward your goals? How can you unlock explosive growth in you and your business? How can you take things to the next level in 2024? In this episode of The Upper Limits Show, Nick & Chris delve into the power of...
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Ep 122: Quit Firefighting in Your Business - Our 3-Step Process to Overcoming Overwhelm!
Ever feel like a firefighter battling daily blazes in your business? Only thing missing is the helmet and hose! Whether it's operational chaos, staff issues, customer dramas or even challenges on the home front, business can seem overwhelming and affect you deeply. Business can be a battlefield,...
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Ep 121: Think Like a Franchise - What Factors to Consider to Scale the Smart Way.
Ever thought about franchising as a way to achieve your business goals? Or is it possible to factor similar strategies into your business … without the hefty service fees? If so – what should you implement into your growing business? In Episode 5 of The Upper Limits Show, unpack the incredible...
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Ep 120: Reshaping your Thoughts to Reshape your Life! Start using the S.O.S Model today.
Ready to break free from the "Ready Shoot Aim" cycle? To explore the profound impact of reactive thinking on your life, business, and family? How can you preserve your sanity amidst negativity and emerge stronger? Nick & Chris guide you through proactive decision-making strategies, unveiling the...
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Ep 119: Breaking FREE of the Daily Grind - Find your ULTIMATE Efficiency
Ready to break free from the daily grind and discover the sweet spot of efficiency? This episode of The UpperLimits Show is your backstage pass to liberating yourself from the non-vital business stuff you contend with daily. Are you spending more time at the post office than making impactful...
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Ep 118: Nick chats with entrepreneur & business owner Alannah Ghosn
What does a 21-year-old university student and a far-away group of human trafficking survivors have in common?... and how can a pair of earrings tell a tale of immense courage? In the latest episode of The Upper Limits Show, we dive deep into the world of resilience and entrepreneurship…
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Introduction to The Upperlimits Show
What does it take to go from "Good"…. to "Great"? If you're driven to achieve more, seeking practical tools and strategies to elevate both yourself and your business ... you're in good company here. This is episode one, ground zero of "The Upper Limits Show", and in it we outline what we're about...
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Ep 117: Lifting the STANDARDS in your Company - Natasha From QMS Explains How You Can Too!
A successful organisation will have some form of management system. So, if you're thinking about working in the world of NDIS, OR if you're contemplating growth in any area (and you should be) remember that anything that lifts the standards of your company, will drive business. This is a way to...
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Ep 114: Maintaining a Healthy Relationship with your Business Partner - Coaching Conversations
EPISODE IN BRIEF In today's episode of Coaching Conversations, Nick and Chris break down the pros and cons of running a business with your life partner. How do you maintain a healthy business pairing AND nurture your personal relationship at the same time? If your significant business-other is…
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Ep 113: 4 High Performance Factors that Lead to a Better Business - Coaching Conversations
In today's episode of Coaching Conversations, Nick and Chris pivot 180 to look at how your personal life can influence or directly result in a highly profitable business. Sounds contradictory? Not if your business success is a reflection of you. Learn about Nick's four steps to personal success…
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Ep 111: FOUR Tips to Improve your Tender Conversions by 80% - Coaching Conversations
EPISODE IN BRIEF In today's episode of Coaching Conversations, Nick provides a four-step process to increase your successes when it comes to submitting and winning tenders and quotes. What is your ideal target for tender submission? What can you learn from previous wins and losses? What will help...
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Ep 110: Are you Creating or Consuming in Business? - Coaching Conversations
EPISODE IN BRIEF In today's episode of Coaching Conversations, Nick and Chris break down the issues of "creating or consuming" in business. Ask yourself, do you consume more than you create? And if so, is it a bad thing? Do you have everything from socials to podcasts on the go, that is, your own...
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Ep 109: Nick chats with Dr Angela Lauria - Coaching Conversations
EPISODE IN BRIEF In today's episode of Coaching Conversations, Nick speaks with very special guest, Dr Angela Lauria – founder of the Author Incubator. Angela recounts her life story; spring-loaded with inspiration and an immense wellspring of single-focused energy. You'll learn how Angela's...
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Ep 108: Nick chats with Justin from Resurgent Consultancy
EPISODE IN BRIEF In today's episode of Coaching Conversations, Nick speaks with Justin Sehmish from Resurgent Consultancy. A former Officer in the Australian Defence Force and previous political staffer, Justin brings valuable insight to growing businesses in both the government and private...
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Ep 107: The 3 T's to Faster Decision Making - Coaching Conversations
EPISODE IN BRIEF In today's episode of Coaching Conversations, Nick and Chris get into the nitty gritty of decision-making. How do you make your business decisions? Are you struggling with decision fatigue? Would you like to make faster, more accurate decisions? If you are stewing and...
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Ep 106: Losing Your Mind BUT Staying in the Moment - Coaching Conversations
EPISODE IN BRIEF In today's episode of Coaching Conversations, Nick and Chris talk about how you can lose your mind but still be in the moment. They're not talking magic mushrooms; it's the process of taking yourself off autopilot and momentarily removing the monotonous strain of business…
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Ep 105: Being Wary of the Opinions of Others - Coaching Conversations
EPISODE IN BRIEF How susceptible are you to peer pressure? Are you a follower or a leader? Do you find yourself leaning on advice or do you back yourself? In today's episode of Coaching Conversations, Nick and Chris break down how we respond to the business opinions of others. You'll learn how…
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Ep 104: Achieve MORE with Powerful Self Talk - Coaching Conversations
EPISODE IN BRIEF In today's episode of Coaching Conversations, Chris leads the discussion with the concept of powerful self-talk. It can truly help you achieve more in life and business. Learn how mental endurance and toughness will nourish and create the "calloused mind'. An almost unstoppable...
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Ep 103: Be The CHANGE You Want to See in your Business - Coaching Conversations
EPISODE IN BRIEF In today's episode of Coaching Conversations, Nick and Chris talk about "being the change you want to see in the world" – or, in this case… your "business" When faced with friction and adversity, you can learn to dig deep and be 'the change'. There are strategies to stop…
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Ep 102: Why Feedback is the Fuel for Growth - Coaching Conversations
EPISODE IN BRIEF In today's episode of Coaching Conversations, you'll learn why feedback is the fuel for growth. Reacting negatively to feedback is a business red flag; improvement comes when you listen and filter feedback so you can learn and apply something new. So, how do you use feedback...
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Ep 101: Why Step by Step is a Winning Formula - Coaching Conversations
EPISODE IN BRIEF Today's episode of Coaching Conversations takes us step-by-step through the winning formula of step-by-step! None of this is game-changing but when business owners, get caught up in the high-paced, do-it-now / want-it-now mentality, how do we circle back to the step-by-step...
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Ep 100: Why FOCUS is a Skill You Haven't Yet Mastered - Coaching Conversations
EPISODE IN BRIEF Today's episode of Coaching Conversations switches it up with Chris and Nick challenging the notion of 'distraction' and elevating the need for focus. Why have so few of us mastered the skill of focus and attention? Chris presents some eyebrow-raising reasons and solutions as to...
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Ep 99: Nick chats with Julian Krishnan Nair from BuildXact
EPISODE IN BRIEF Today's episode of Coaching Conversations brings two great minds together to talk `software on site'. Nick from Up Coach invites Julian from Buildxact to join the conversation! Learn how the right construction management software can help you run construction projects, from...
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Ep 98: How to get REFOCUSED in 2023 - Coaching Conversations
EPISODE IN BRIEF Welcome to 2023 – Time to re-focus and re-invent our business selves early in the New Year! That's the message from Australia's favourite business mentors, Nick and Chris from UPCOACH. Today, they're keen to help you shake it up early, showing you how to change gears by reviewing...
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Ep 97: Our BIGGEST & BEST Lessons from 2022 - Coaching Conversations
EPISODE IN BRIEF Welcome! Nick and Chris reflect on the year that was as we wind down our businesses for the holiday period. The Upcoach masters share their most powerful - and surprising – insights from the past 12 months. Much of the year was far from easy for small to medium-sized businesses....
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Ep 96: Nick chats with Dru Morgan from Morgan Business Sales
EPISODE IN BRIEF Today, Nick speaks with special guest, Dru Morgan from Morgan Business Sales. As a specialist business broker, Dru has helped thousands of business owners prepare their businesses for sale. Over 25 years, he has created systems to help scale operations and developed exit…
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Ep 95: WHY you should Evolve Your Brand - Coaching Conversations
EPISODE IN BRIEF Today, Nick and Chris get into the nitty gritty of evolving your brand. Are you hustling to make sales and ensuring you remain profitable at the expense of developing your brand? Have you given thought as to how you can create fame for your business – and to hero your brand for...
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Ep 94: Collaboration vs Competing in 2023 - Coaching Conversations
EPISODE IN BRIEF Today, Nick and Chris talk discuss business trends in 2023 and how collaboration can be a vastly superior strategy to competing in non-busy periods. How do we, as business owners, lift each other up and truly get through tough times together? By looking differently at your two...
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Ep 93: Knowing `Which Hat to Wear When' - Coaching Conversations
EPISODE IN BRIEF Today, Nick and Chris discuss `what hat to wear when' as you go about running your daily business. How do you break down responsibilities and roles? Are you still wearing every hat (as you did from day one?) This episode asks you to consider the number of hats you wear daily…
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Ep 92: Sean Wilson - EVOLVE Upperlimits Mastermind
Time Code/Show Notes 0.35 From the Evolve Upper Limits Mastermind with Sean Wilson from Better HR. 1.20 Sean introduces his role inside Better HR and how the company strives to be the best in industry. 4.10 Why is Human Resources so important to the success of your business. Your employees and…
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Ep 91: Natasha Marsh - EVOLVE Upperlimits Mastermind
Time Code/Show Notes 0.35 Evolve Upper Limits Mastermind with Natasha Marsh from QMS Services. 1.10 From studying a Masters in WHS to auditing and working with the NDIS, Natasha's professional purpose has been to help as many people as possible. 2.12 QMS Certification Services; who are they and...
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Ep 90: Gary Bigelow - EVOLVE Upperlimits Mastermind
Time Code/Show Notes 0.35 The Evolve Upper Limits Mastermind, presents Gary Bigelow `If it aint broke – break it' … 1.40 Gary opens with some nostalgic working memories and a case study in how he saved a business 7K a week by deconstructing it and making it work better. The brain of an engineer...
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Ep 89: Dru Morgan - EVOLVE Upperlimits Mastermind
Time Code/Show Notes 0.35 In this episode from the Evolve Upper Limits Mastermind, Dru Morgan of Morgan Business Sales talks about what you need to know before you sell your business. 1.25 An overview of Dru's business acumen and rapidly scaling expansion into international markets. 3.45 How can...
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Ep 88: Chris Herbert - EVOLVE Upperlimits Mastermind
Time Code/Show Notes 0.35 In this episode from the Evolve Upper Limits Mastermind, Chris Herbert dives deep into sustainable entrepreneurship. 1.20 Chris begins with an interesting case study about Ben, a business owner `on the tools' with a hard-working ethic, but little cash and no clear vision...
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Welcome to "The Upper Limits" show, the podcast built for ambitious 7-plus-figure business owners and entrepreneurs who want to transform their businesses and lives from Good to Great. Hosted by Nick Psaila and Chris Herbert, each episode is a mesh of inspiration and actionable insights, featuring thought leaders, success stories, industry experts and strategies to help you shatter limiting beliefs and boundaries, push beyond mediocrity, and unlock your true potential. Whether you're after tactical know-how or really just want to upgrade your mental, emotional and spiritual wellbeing "The Upper Limits" podcast is your trusted source for achieving excellence, fostering a growth mindset, and living a life of purpose, passion, and abundance. Follow the show and join us in the pursuit of the extraordinary.
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