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How to build 40+ custom homes a year
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Good trades stick around when the boss is hands-on and leads by example. Anthony Karlovic of First Avenue Homes didn't do a traditional apprenticeship - he went from pro-tennis player to working at KPMG, before finding his way back to his family roots in building. In this ep, Anthony shares how his competitive streak fuels his work ethic and how being strategic with tech helps him take on 40+ custom homes a year - taking jobsites from clipboards to live schedules. He explains why "skin in the game" still matters, especially when it comes to retaining crew and reducing turnover. This is a no-BS look at scaling, culture, and using tech to make it all work.
Work smarter, not harder. Digitisation allows us to do many things at once. I still remember my dad had an old brick mobile phone making phone calls. Now we have a schedule that runs three months ahead. Click of a button, everyone knows when they're starting.Anthony Karlovic, First Avenue Homes
About Anthony Karlovic
Anthony leads First Avenue Homes, a Melbourne custom builder known for quality craftsmanship and innovative design. Raised in a family of builders, he combined practical expertise with a business degree to guide the company’s strategic growth. Under his leadership, the business has expanded rapidly while maintaining a strong, people-first culture, supported by long-serving supervisors and a focus on staff wellbeing. Diversifying into cabinetmaking, repairs, and maintenance has kept the business adaptable.
Anthony is also an active member of the Builders Guild, regularly sharing insights and challenges with fellow HIA members.
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