The "Level Up" with Duayne Pearce Podcast
I take on the role of an authoritative voice that fearlessly communicates truths drawn directly from my lived experiences. With a genuine sense of ownership, my insights are free from any hidden agendas – they truly belong to the audience. My stories and journey add remarkable value, the key now lies in harnessing its power effectively to help others. My purpose is to create a new residential building industry. My mission is to inspire unshakable self-confidence in my colleagues in the industry, empowering them to orchestrate prosperous, enduring, and lucrative businesses that bring exceptional projects to fruition for our clients. My goal is to foster a deeper comprehension among clients about the identity and functions of builders, redefining their perceptions.
Episodes
Discover how virtual assistants (VAs) are transforming the construction industry in this episode of the Level Up Podcast with Duayne Pearce! Join Duayne and special guest Greg Parry from The Doing Co as they dive deep into the real-world benefits of hiring VAs for builders, tradies, and business owners.
Learn how VAs can help you:
• Reclaim your time and focus on what matters most
• Streamline admin, marketing, and tech t...
Why is building a home in Australia so expensive? Aussie builder Duayne Pearce reveals the real reasons behind rising construction costs in 2025. Get real data, expert insights, and practical advice for homeowners, builders, and anyone interested in the Australian property market.
Learn about:
- Building costs in Australia 2025
- Construction price breakdowns
- Labor, materials, and government fees
- How to save money on you...
Eric from VL Constructions shares his journey from burnout to success on the Level Up Podcast. Discover how this Brisbane builder used systems and mindset shifts to transform his construction business and life.
🏗️ Get tips for tradies to find freedom and balance! 📲
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Join us on the Level Up Podcast with Duayne Pearce for a cracking episode featuring keynote speaker Rik Rushton! Dive into powerful insights on communication, leadership, and building a winning team culture in construction and beyond. Learn tips from Rik’s book Power of Connection to master your mindset and connect like a pro. Like, comment, and subscribe for more!
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#155 In this episode, we dive deep into the realities of leadership, frustration, and personal growth as a business owner. Discover why you can’t change people—and why that’s okay. Drawing from real-life experiences in the construction industry, we explore how to manage expectations, communicate effectively, and build a stronger, more adaptable team.
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Join Duayne Pearce on Level Up as he tackles the generational gap plaguing the construction and trades industries. In this episode, Duayne chats with master bricklayer Andrew Hoskings about declining productivity, the vanishing art of skilled trades, and what it takes to bridge the divide between old-school expertise and the new generation. If you're in construction, a tradesperson, or just passionate about quality craftsmansh...
Have you ever felt stuck in a cycle of working hard just to pay bills? In this eye-opening Level Up episode, Duayne Pearce shares the game-changing realization that transformed his financial life: wealth is built by how you spend your money, not by your income.
Duayne dives deep into his past struggles with living beyond his means and reveals the powerful shifts he made, from maximizing superannuation to investing heavily in expert...
#152 Michael O'Sullivan (Sully) shares his powerful journey from near-burnout to recovery, revealing how community support and business education transformed his building career after hitting rock bottom.
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#151 Helen Armstrong from House of Stars shares her 33-year journey in the construction industry while revealing critical insights about current building codes and their unintended consequences for homeowners and builders alike. She explains how modern construction practices aimed at energy efficiency may be creating the perfect conditions for widespread mould issues in Australian homes, similar to the leaky home crisis in New Zeal...
#150 Rob Innes from Rybuild shares his powerful journey through debilitating construction-related anxiety and how he eventually learned to manage it. His raw account provides insight into the hidden mental health challenges that plague the construction industry, particularly for high-performing perfectionists who shoulder immense responsibility.
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#149 Anthony Hickey from Two-Tone Constructions shares his journey from struggling carpenter to successful builder, revealing how vulnerability, mental health awareness and building quality above code standards transformed his business. His authentic approach to leadership and relationships has created a thriving Melbourne-based renovation company that builds primarily within his own neighbourhood.
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#148 Ryan Smith from Locspec shares his remarkable transformation from traditional carpenter to successful business owner, revealing how vulnerability and community support revolutionised both his company and personal life.
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#147 The collaborative spirit of the building industry shines through as the Godfather (Craig Stuart), Ryan Smith and Anthony Hickey join Duayne for a panel discussion to discuss breaking down barriers, mental health challenges, and redefining success.
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#146 Having a great team begins with great leadership, requiring strategic planning, delegating effectively, and understanding the true value of both on-site and administrative staff.
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#145 Brett shares his transformative journey from alcohol addiction to ultra-marathon runner and founder of Run Queensland, discovering how running 100+ mile races provided the mental clarity and purpose he couldn't find elsewhere.
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#144 Discover how to structure your construction business to maximize success and personal fulfillment by intentionally designing every aspect from the ground up. We explore why breaking away from traditional industry models allows you to create a business that truly serves your goals and lifestyle.
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#143 Jamie Hayes shares his journey from insurance industry worker to fitness pioneer and how a simple gym class encounter completely changed his life trajectory and led to meeting his wife and business partner.
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#142 Anthony from Lotus Energy shares how his family business evolved from solar installation to pioneering a world-first recycling process that recovers 98% of materials from end-of-life solar panels. Their groundbreaking technology extracts valuable nano-silicon and silver that can revolutionize battery technology while preventing panels from being illegally shipped to developing countries.
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#141 Luke Riemer transformed his 25-year building career into creating Akribis Leather, crafting custom tool belts that focus on efficiency and ergonomics for professional tradespeople. His journey from custom home builder to leather craftsman demonstrates how personal experience in the trades creates innovative solutions for common worksite challen...
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#140 Senator Gerard Rennick discusses the challenges facing Australia's building industry and the underlying issues that contribute to an industry in dire need of reform.
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