The Build Up Podcast
Podcast Description
If you're a builder running your own company – or thinking about taking the leap – Build Up is the podcast built for you. Brought to you by the Federation of Master Builders (FMB) and hosted by fellow builders David Gutierrez (Nest Building Group) and Aidan Cropper (IPSUM UK Ltd) joined by our anchor Amy Voce, each episode dives into the real-world challenges of running a building business in the UK.
From finding clients and building trust, to getting your branding right, managing cashflow and looking after your mental health – we cover what really matters when you’re juggling jobs, teams, and business growth.
- Hear straight-talking tips from builders and industry experts
- Get practical advice you can use
- Learn what’s worked – and what hasn’t
- Episodes designed to fit into your busy day
Brought to you by the FMB, this is the podcast that helps you build your business while you’re building everything else.
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Content Themes
The podcast covers essential topics such as marketing strategies for builders, financial management including cashflow and payment issues, client relationship building, and mental health in the construction industry. A notable episode discusses marketing tactics that can help attract clients, while another delves into managing finances effectively and handling late payments, providing listeners with actionable advice tailored for small and medium-sized construction businesses.
If you’re a builder running your own company – or thinking about taking the leap – Build Up is the podcast built for you. Brought to you by the Federation of Master Builders (FMB) and hosted by fellow builders David Gutierrez (Nest Building Group) and Aidan Cropper (IPSUM UK Ltd) joined by our anchor Amy Voce, each episode dives into the real-world challenges of running a building business in the UK.
From finding clients and building trust, to getting your branding right, managing cashflow and looking after your mental health – we cover what really matters when you’re juggling jobs, teams, and business growth.
– Hear straight-talking tips from builders and industry experts
– Get practical advice you can use
– Learn what’s worked – and what hasn’t
– Episodes designed to fit into your busy day
Brought to you by the FMB, this is the podcast that helps you build your business while you’re building everything else.
To learn about FMB membership, visit fmb.org.uk/membership.
Running a building business means juggling quotes, clients, and your team – and sometimes there just aren’t enough hours in the day. In this episode of the Build Up podcast, we explore how builders can use AI to save time, cut admin, and look more professional – without needing any tech skills.
Whether you’re a sole trader or a growing a team, construction coach Greg Wilkes joins builder hosts David and Aidan to share how small firms can start using tools like ChatGPT, content planners, and smart quoting to work more efficiently and win more of the right jobs.
🎯 You’ll learn:
- How AI can help you free up time and reduce stress
- Simple ways to use tech for quoting, emails and marketing
- How to attract better clients and improve communication
- Why staying ahead of the curve helps future-proof your business
- Where to start if you’re not “techy”
🎧 Plus, David and Aidan share their views and first tentative steps into AI in their building businesses.
Anchor: Amy Voce
Hosts: David Gutierrez & Aidan Cropper
🧰 Get your free builder quote template: fmb.org.uk/quote
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