The Tricks of Your Trade Podcast

The Tricks of Your Trade Podcast

Hosted by: Michelle Cirson

If you are a commercial subcontractor contracting with big shiny builders (commercial or civil) this podcast is for you! We are here to talk about the all things subcontracting and getting you paid. Your host...

Episodes

Episode 50 Pros and cons of bank guarantees

Season #1

Today, I want to shed light on the world of bank guarantees. They may seem like a cash flow saviour, but do they come with hidden risks? Join me as I explore the pros, cons, and the unexpected pitfalls of using bank...
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Episode 49 - How to change your builder's contract without starting a war

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Welcome to the Tricks of Your Trade podcast, where we delve into the ins and outs of the trade business world to help you navigate it successfully. Today, I want to revisit the crucial topic of negotiating contracts...
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Episode 48 - Using Logic-Based Assurances in Negotiation

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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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