The Profitable Estimator Podcast – Featuring Lawrence Petruzzelli

In this episode of The Profitable Estimator Podcast, Joey sits down with Lawrence Petruzzelli, a leading accountant and business advisor from Queensland. Lawrence shares his journey in accounting, why financial education matters more than ever, and how builders and estimators can protect their margins in today’s challenging environment.

What you’ll learn in this episode:

• Lawrence’s background in accounting and business advisory
• How MDB Accounting supports businesses beyond tax compliance
• The role of financial education and why most businesses struggle without it
• Insights into content creation and street interviews that spark financial awareness
• Practical advice for builders and business owners to improve financial outcomes

Timestamp
00:00 – Opening thoughts: the accountant’s view on estimating 
00:48 – Introduction: Joey welcomes Lawrence Petruzzelli 
01:30 – Lawrence’s background and MDB Accounting 
05:00 – Estimating costs, risk, and profitability challenges 
10:00 – Inflation, labour shortages, and cost pressures 
15:00 – Business advisory vs. traditional accounting 
20:00 – Financial education and content creation 
25:00 – Advice for builders and estimators under pressure 
30:00 – Final thoughts and key takeaways  

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