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Episode 48 - Using Logic-Based Assurances in Negotiation
In this episode, let's dive into a crucial topic: harnessing logic-based assurances to transform your builder's contract without igniting conflicts. With my experience as a construction adjudicator, lawyer, and...
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Episode 47 - What your average Contract Sum tells you about your risk profile
Today, we're going to delve into the intriguing world of subcontracting within the Australian construction industry. Specifically, we'll be exploring how the contract sum can reveal important insights about your risk...
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Episode 46 - Watch out for the cross contracts deductions clause in your builder's contract
In this episode of The Tricks of Your Trade podcast, we delve into a crucial aspect of builder's contracts that often goes unnoticed but can have significant financial implications. We shine a spotlight on the "cross...
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Episode 45 - Why insolvent builders won’t fall on their sword
In this episode of Tricks of Your Trade Podcast, we tackle a tough truth that may be difficult for subcontractors to hear. We dive deep into the world of insolvent builders and why, in many instances, it's actually in...
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Episode 44 - 10 signs your builder might be going broke
If you're a subcontractor in the construction industry, it's important to keep an eye out for signs that your builder might be struggling financially. In this episode, I discuss the top 10 signs to watch out for, and...
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Episode 43 - How to rank contract departures based on importance
In this episode of Tricks of your Trade, I'm sharing my tips for prioritizing contract departures when negotiating with your builder. Instead of getting lost in legal jargon and clauses, I take a practical approach to...
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Episode 42 - Negotiating With The Principal When Your Builder Goes Broke
If your builder has just gone broke, you have a window of opportunity to negotiate a payment and some terms to complete the job with the principal. If you go into this negotiation the stress ball emotional wreck you...
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Episode 41 - Dirty Deeds In Builders' Contracts
If you are a subcontractor working for commercial builders, and you supply materials and equipment for your trade work, you need to be on the lookout for the Supplier Warranty Deed. If your builder’s includes one of...
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Episode 40 - Union Management for Subcontractors with Tim Dive
Non-union subcontractors may be cheaper, but do they really provide the same quality and value as union subcontractors? Find out in this week’s podcast with special guest, Tim Dive!"The best thing you can do in my...
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Episode 39 - Sharing construction secrets with Cian Brennan
Today I'm interviewing Cian Brennan, CEO of Quantum Contracting Solutions. With a background working for tier 1 contractors, and qualifications in engineering and construction management Cian Brennan has witnessed...
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Episode 38 - ABN Workers and Fair Work
Welcome to our special guest Tim Dive from Workplace Advisory Specialists. In this episode we discuss the best type of Contract for an ABN worker, and the common ways subcontracting businesses come unstuck when hiring...
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Episode 37 - Chain of Responsibility for NCC Compliance
What to do if you're builder is directing you to build something you know doesn't comply with the National Construction Code.
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