Zee Razaq interviews construction expert Dave Forde!In this episode, we dive deep into the realities of growing up working class, navigating a system that often feels rigged, and the importance of timing, speed, and resilience in both business and life. From personal stories to hard lessons, this episode shines a light on ambition, mindset, and the subtle dynamics that shape success and failure. 📌 Timestamps:00:00:00 – Introduction: The biggest myth about health & safety in property development.00:01:03 – Dave’s background: From electrician to top construction manager.00:02:30 – The "lightbulb moment" that changed Dave’s financial future.00:06:06 – How his partner’s father transformed his mindset.00:11:24 – The "time vs. money" trap – Why trading hours for pounds won’t make you rich.00:18:31 – CDM Regulations & Building Safety Act – How developers risk losing everything (even as passive investors).00:28:44 – IR35 Disaster – Why the UK’s tax system is pushing talent abroad.00:40:37 – How Dave landed a Russian oligarch client (and what ultra-wealthy clients really want).00:54:57 – Commercial-to-Resi Success – How Dave saved a client £110K on a single project.01:00:03 – Brexit’s REAL Impact – The untold story of Eastern European workers & IR35.01:08:24 – Why Dave is Leaving the UK – Taxes, politics, and where high performers are going.🚀 Follow Dave Forde:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dave-forde/

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