If you are a tradie or business owner feeling the pressure of cash flow, this episode is a must listen.

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/

Erina sits down with Larry to break down how credit cards can be used as a smart tool in your business, not just for managing expenses, but for creating flexibility, improving cash flow, and even unlocking travel opportunities.

They share real stories and practical insights, including how everyday business spending can turn into flights, upgrades, and experiences that most business owners never take advantage of.

This is not about spending more. It is about using what you already spend in a smarter way.

In this episode, you will learn:

• How credit cards can help smooth out cash flow, especially when clients take time to pay
• The right way to use credit without getting caught out by interest
• How tradies can earn points from everyday business expenses
• How those points can turn into business class flights and travel perks
• What to look for when choosing a credit card for your business
• How to find and book flights using points without the guesswork
• The common mistakes that can cost you money if you are not careful

They also cover the risks, the mindset you need, and why discipline is everything when it comes to making this strategy work long term.

If you are spending money in your business already, this episode will show you how to get more out of every dollar.

Connect with the Hosts
Erina
https://www.instagram.com/erinaroxx/

Mitch
https://www.instagram.com/mitchvan_/

Special Mention
This year the UpScale team are lacing up for the Gold Coast Marathon to raise funds for TIACS, supporting mental health for tradies and blue collar workers.

Support the cause here
https://fundraise.tiacs.org/fundraisers/upscalegoldcoastmarathon2026

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If you are a tradie or trade business owner running ads and wondering why the numbers are tight, this episode is going to change how you think about leads.

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 and our Marketing Expert Jordan break down a simple but powerful strategy that most businesses miss. Google Ads and Facebook Ads are great for generating small jobs like smoke alarms, ceiling fans, power points, and quick service work. The problem is, if you stop there, you are leaving serious money on the table.

This episode dives into how those smaller jobs are actually the gateway into bigger, higher value work. Instead of chasing only high ticket jobs upfront, learn how to use volume to your advantage, get in the door, and increase job value on site.

You will hear practical strategies for electricians, plumbers, and trade businesses on how to:

• Generate consistent leads using Google Ads and Facebook Ads
• Target the right keywords and services to lower your cost per lead
• Turn small jobs into larger profitable jobs through simple on site conversations
• Increase your average job value without being pushy
• Build long term customer relationships that drive repeat work
• Use follow up systems like SMS and email to boost lifetime value
• Understand why most high value jobs are actually closed on site not from ads

They also unpack how advertising has changed over time, why costs are rising, and what still works today when it comes to getting consistent results from your marketing.

If you are running ads or thinking about it, this is a must listen. The difference between struggling and scaling often comes down to what happens after the lead comes in.

Key Takeaway
Do not just focus on getting leads. Focus on what you do with them once you are in the home.

Connect with the Hosts
Mitch https://www.instagram.com/mitchvan_/

Erina https://www.instagram.com/erinaroxx/

Special Mention
This year the UpScale team are taking on the Gold Coast Marathon to raise funds for TIACS, supporting mental health for tradies and blue collar workers.

Support the cause here
https://fundraise.tiacs.org/fundraisers/upscalegoldcoastmarathon2026

Keywords for Search
trade business marketing, electrician marketing, plumber marketing, Google Ads for tradies, Facebook Ads for trades, lead generation for electricians, tradie business growth, service business marketing, increase job value, upselling trade services, local service ads strategy

In this episode, Mitch sits down with Brendan Marshall, owner of Supreme Electrical and a business coach at UpScale, for a real conversation about what it actually looks like to run a successful trade business without losing yourself in the process.

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/

The chat is sparked by a recent moment in Mitch’s life (Check out Mitch's IG Account) teaching his son to ride a bike and realising how often business can take priority over the things that matter most. It opens up an honest discussion around the pressure of always being busy, the constant pull of work, and the challenge of showing up as a present parent and partner while still growing a business.

Brendan shares his perspective from both sides, as a business owner and a coach, unpacking the guilt, expectations, and habits that come with running a trade business. They talk about how to create better balance, what actually needs your attention, and how to build a business that supports your life rather than taking it over.

If you’ve ever felt stretched between work and family, or like there’s never enough time to do both well, this episode will hit home.

You’ll learn:
• Why staying busy doesn’t always mean you’re moving forward
• How to manage the demands of business without sacrificing family time
• Practical mindset shifts for trade business owners
• What it takes to build a business that gives you freedom, not more stress

Check out Brendan’s business: https://supremeelectrical.com.au/

This year, the UpScale team are also taking on the Gold Coast Marathon to raise funds for TIACS, supporting mental health for tradies. You can support the cause here: https://fundraise.tiacs.org/fundraisers/upscalegoldcoastmarathon2026

Follow Mitch for more insights: https://www.instagram.com/mitch_

Follow Erina: https://www.instagram.com/erinaroxx/