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Samantha Jackson

Joe Kosterich

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John Wilton

It was great to hear from two big hitters in an industry that is thriving in uncertain times.John Wilton is the MD of Piping Speciality Supply Service (PSSS), providing equipment for sale and hire to the mining and infrastructure industries and CST Hire, a specialty truck hire business, while Nick Barnsdall is his investor.John has a great track record of product innovation and company growth, so he’s in a great place to comment about the current marketplace.Having built up a fleet of 200+ vehicles in just a few years, John has witnessed firsthand the growth of the infrastructure market in Australia, and it shows no sign of letting up. Episode Highlights: How John’s 20-year business relationships, and seeing the needs of the market, led to the birth of PSSS eight years agoPSSS operates Australia with, with ten staff, including two business development managersThey operate on a supply only basis, providing equipment for specialist contractorsCST Hire was established five years ago and now has more than 200 vehicles in the fleet, with more on the wayThe business began servicing the piping industry but has since broadened to other areasCST operates in Queensland, New South Wales, WA and the Northern TerritoryThey provide off-road and on-road vehicles with specific functions for the pipeline, mining and infrastructure industriesSuch vehicles include 4X4 buses, cranes, 6X6 fuel trucks, servicing projects like rail lines, greenfield mines, rural and remote construction sites, etc.As the size of the fleet increases, prime movers currently being introducedPSSS is currently in the running to win an Australian Pipeline Gas Association innovation awardOne of their innovations is the introduction of reusable ‘pipe cones’ to replace timber skids for holding pipelines above groundNick is a private investor with interests currently in 13 businesses in Australia, New Zealand and the UKNick had worked on a project with John previously and, based on that experience, invested funding and expertise, as a non-executive director, when John started CST HireNick has almost 25 years of experience in the heavy industrial sectorNick introduced the Hyundai Construction Equipment brand to Australia and was the original CEOHow PSSS and CST Hire fared during CovidHow they were able to retain staff, despite the downturn that was felt a few months into lockdownWhat the future looks like for the sectorThough some projects have been delayed due to Covid, most are still going aheadWhy infrastructure is a good investment for private equityThe federal government’s ten-year $110B infrastructure planHow Australia has dodged the severity of the GFC and CovidThe importance of mining to the future of AustraliaThough coal is falling out of favour, other resources, rare minerals and precious metals still have excellent prospectsJohn Wilton on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/john-wilton-aa61423b/ PSSS Website: https://psssa.com.au/ Nick Barnsdall on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nickbarnsdall/CST Hire Website: https://csthire.com.au/Richard Triggs on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/richardtriggs/ Arete Executive Website: https://www.areteexecutive.com.au/

It was great to hear from two big hitters in an industry that is thriving in uncertain times. John Wilton is the MD of Piping Speciality Supply Service (PSSS), providing equipment for sale and hire to the mining and infrastructure industries and CST Hire, a specialty truck hire business, while Nick Barnsdall is his investor. John has a great track record of product innovation and company growth, so he’s in a great place to comment about the current marketplace. Having built up a fleet of 200+ vehicles in just a few years, John has witnessed firsthand the growth of the infrastructure market in Australia, and it shows no sign of letting up. Episode Highlights: How John’s 20-year business relationships, and seeing the needs of the market, led to the birth of PSSS eight years ago PSSS operates Australia with, with ten staff, including two business development managers They operate on a supply only basis, providing equipment for specialist contractors CST Hire was established five years ago and now has more than 200 vehicles in the fleet, with more on the way The business began servicing the piping industry but has since broadened to other areas CST operates in Queensland, New South Wales, WA and the Northern Territory They provide off-road and on-road vehicles with specific functions for the pipeline, mining and infrastructure industries Such vehicles include 4X4 buses, cranes, 6X6 fuel trucks, servicing projects like rail lines, greenfield mines, rural and remote construction sites, etc. As the size of the fleet increases, prime movers currently being introduced PSSS is currently in the running to win an Australian Pipeline Gas Association innovation award One of their innovations is the introduction of reusable ‘pipe cones’ to replace timber skids for holding pipelines above ground Nick is a private investor with interests currently in 13 businesses in Australia, New Zealand and the UK Nick had worked on a project with John previously and, based on that experience, invested funding and expertise, as a non-executive director, when John started CST Hire Nick has almost 25 years of experience in the heavy industrial sector Nick introduced the Hyundai Construction Equipment brand to Australia and was the original CEO How PSSS and CST Hire fared during Covid How they were able to retain staff, despite the downturn that was felt a few months into lockdown What the future looks like for the sector Though some projects have been delayed due to Covid, most are still going ahead Why infrastructure is a good investment for private equity The federal government’s ten-year $110B infrastructure plan How Australia has dodged the severity of the GFC and Covid The importance of mining to the future of Australia Though coal is falling out of favour, other resources, rare minerals and precious metals still have excellent prospects John Wilton on LinkedIn: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/john-wilton-aa61423b/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.linkedin.com/in/john-wilton-aa61423b/</a> PSSS Website: <a href="https://psssa.com.au/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://psssa.com.au/</a> Nick Barnsdall on LinkedIn: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/nickbarnsdall/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.linkedin.com/in/nickbarnsdall/</a> CST Hire Website: <a href="https://csthire.com.au/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://csthire.com.au/</a> Richard Triggs on LinkedIn: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/richardtriggs/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.linkedin.com/in/richardtriggs/</a> Arete Executive Website: <a href="https://www.areteexecutive.com.au/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.areteexecutive.com.au/</a>

175 - John Wilton - Managing Director PSSS and Nick Barnsdall - CST Hire

If there is one thing we have learned during the challenging times of the pandemic is that we, as business owners and leaders, need help! We just cannot do it all. Our guest today has built a platform which supports and mentors businesses. Our guest was not born with a silver spoon - he had to work hard for what he wanted to get out of life.  He had a very smart look and approach to turning the backstory of his life into a success story. Our guest today is a business leader, author, and developer of businesses Nick Barnsdall. He talks about ‘the advantage of disadvantage’. The platform Nick has created is Navig8Biz which is a support to businesses to build longevity and greater success.We love a great story and we also love it when quality media appearances are achieved and showcased. Hats off to Navig8Biz for their impressive use of their media assets. It is just so important that we share and publicise the media we do, so that our current connections see and our future network can find us.There is a real energy from Nick Barnsdall and the engagement and connection is obvious in this podcast. The storytelling, the experience, the motivation, the messages, the enthusiasm is all there and is told beautifully. You can always tell when you are talking to someone that has a podcast of their own, they are far more comfortable with the medium.You can have a look at the Navig8Biz Media Page here: https://www.navig8biz.com/media/

If there is one thing we have learned during the challenging times of the pandemic is that we, as business owners and leaders, need help! We just cannot do it all. Our guest today has built a platform which supports and mentors businesses. Our guest was not born with a silver spoon - he had to work hard for what he wanted to get out of life.  He had a very smart look and approach to turning the backstory of his life into a success story.  Our guest today is a business leader, author, and developer of businesses Nick Barnsdall. He talks about ‘the advantage of disadvantage’.  The platform Nick has created is Navig8Biz which is a support to businesses to build longevity and greater success. We love a great story and we also love it when quality media appearances are achieved and showcased. Hats off to Navig8Biz for their impressive use of their media assets. It is just so important that we share and publicise the media we do, so that our current connections see and our future network can find us. There is a real energy from Nick Barnsdall and the engagement and connection is obvious in this podcast. The storytelling, the experience, the motivation, the messages, the enthusiasm is all there and is told beautifully. You can always tell when you are talking to someone that has a podcast of their own, they are far more comfortable with the medium. You can have a look at the Navig8Biz Media Page here: <a href="https://www.navig8biz.com/media/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.navig8biz.com/media/</a>

Mel and Dave chat with Nick Barnsdall - Business Educator, about his 10 steps to landing your dream life  1. Find a mentor - a friend, family member, colleague, or someone you admire, and start to emulate their behaviour. 2. Manage your time. Maximise every block of hour in your day. 3. Stop saving. Start investing. 4. Set goals. Every single morning, I set macro goals so that I’m on a trajectory towards a bigger picture. Then I outline the steps I need to take to get there. 5. Plan your week. 6. Exercise. It’s good for your soul, mind and physical strength. It also develops discipline. 7. Learn more skills. It’s the one thing no-one can ever take away from you. 8. Read books. 9. Listen to podcasts. 10. Start a business. Everyone has a dream. Is this the year you go for it?

Mel and Dave chat with Nick Barnsdall - Business Educator, about his 10 steps to landing your dream life   1. Find a mentor - a friend, family member, colleague, or someone you admire, and start to emulate their behaviour. 2. Manage your time. Maximise every block of hour in your day. 3. Stop saving. Start investing. 4. Set goals. Every single morning, I set macro goals so that I’m on a trajectory towards a bigger picture. Then I outline the steps I need to take to get there. 5. Plan your week. 6. Exercise. It’s good for your soul, mind and physical strength. It also develops discipline. 7. Learn more skills. It’s the one thing no-one can ever take away from you. 8. Read books. 9. Listen to podcasts. 10. Start a business. Everyone has a dream. Is this the year you go for it?

Episode 41 - Business Growth Expert Nick Barnsdall In this podcast interview, Nick and I talk about his new book "Better Business, Better Life," and the challenges that small business owners have in growing their business. We also discussed the key areas that have the greatest impact on growth and the specific actions business owners can take to become more successful. Nick Barnsdall is a business growth expert, an experienced company director, business leader, professional investor and sought-after business adviser.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Episode 41 - Business Growth Expert Nick Barnsdall In this podcast interview, Nick and I talk about his new book <a href="https://nickbarnsdall.com/product-category/book/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">"Better Business, Better Life,"</a> and the challenges that small business owners have in growing their business. We also discussed the key areas that have the greatest impact on growth and the specific actions business owners can take to become more successful. <a href="https://nickbarnsdall.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Nick Barnsdall</a> is a business growth expert, an experienced company director, business leader, professional investor and sought-after business adviser.See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.