You know when you're working your guts out, but you still can't figure out WHY?

That's exactly where this conversation with Mick Hawes goes.

Mick is the founder of Builder Business Blackbelt and has spent 35 years coaching business owners – the last 11 years focused purely on builders.

His journey from a reluctant electrician to a touring musician to one of Australia's most respected business coaches is nothing short of fascinating.

But this isn't just a story episode.

This is a masterclass in:

- How to stop doing free quotes (and the exact positioning to make clients WANT to pay for your expertise)

- The "Triple C" listening framework that makes clients feel deeply understood

- Why getting off the tools without a clear purpose can leave you more lost than ever

- The emotional bank account concept that prevents variations from turning into legal battles

- Profit First explained – and why it's not just an accounting system, it's an emotional management system

- The Mount Everest metaphor that'll change how you see pressure forever

If you've ever felt like you're stuck on a treadmill, working harder, making more, but still not feeling fulfilled, this episode is for you.

We go deep. We get real. And we skip the fluff.

Are you a builder? Do you want to be cutting-edge in your marketplace?

Schedule your Story Strategy Session:https://go.bizvideo.com.au/consultDownload

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Connect with Mick Hawes - https://buildersbusinessblackbelt.com.au/

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The Brutal Truth About Getting Off the Tools | Ep 163