“Just talking about it makes a huge difference — even if you don’t have the solution yet.”

For Hayden, owner of HG Built, the toll of the job crept up quietly. Long days, relentless pressure, and a never-ending list of expectations led to unhealthy coping habits — escaping with mates, weekend couch sessions, and binge drinking that numbed the stress but never solved it.

It wasn’t until he looked back that he realised how much it had affected his mental health. Giving up alcohol and learning to face stress head-on became a turning point. One of the biggest tools in that journey? BuildUp.

As a builder specialising in high-end residential construction, Hayden knows how isolating the role can be. But connecting with other builders — and openly discussing shared challenges — has been game-changing. Just one day a month gives him time to step back from the site, share real conversations, and learn from the wins and losses of others.

Even without instant solutions, the act of sharing lifts the weight. And hearing how others have overcome similar challenges provides practical takeaways that help him test and refine his own systems — avoiding costly mistakes before they happen.

“No matter where your business is at, there’s a lot to learn from other builders. And BuildUp gives you the space to do exactly that.”

Register your interest now and take the first step to being a part of your own BuildUp Crew.