In this episode of Plumbcast, we sit down with Luke, owner of Luxury Bathrooms & Kitchens Melbourne, to talk about the real journey of growing a trade business without losing yourself in the process.
Luke shares the honest reality behind scaling a business, including hitting $1.6M in revenue while barely turning a profit, the lessons learned from rebuilding systems, and the difficult transition of stepping off the tools and becoming a true business owner.
We dive into the challenges many tradies face as they grow, hiring staff, delegating responsibility, managing pressure, and avoiding the trap of working harder instead of working smarter.
The conversation also explores mindset, burnout, discipline, and why sometimes less work can actually lead to better results.
If you’re a tradie, contractor, or business owner looking to grow without burning out, this episode is packed with honest insights and practical lessons from someone who’s been through it.
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