The Profitable Tradie Podcast

Most trades business owners wait too long to get systems… They know they need them...  But they put off systemizing... Until they’ve put out that fire... Until they hire that new tradesman... Until life gets less hectic... John Anderson, owner of electrical business JAM Group, waited till the very worst moment... A serious accident – where he broke his femur. Suddenly, John was in hospital for 9 days... With a business with no systems... No structure...And no plan to run without him... But John used the moment as a wake-up call... And finally changed his business so he wasn’t the only person holding it together... And his team could stand on their own two feet. WHAT YOU’LL GAIN FROM LISTENING TO TODAY’S PODCAST: How John doubled his revenue and his margins... in a soft economy  How “The Jam Hammer” gets his guys fired up and working to their fullest  Why John ditching “labor-only” jobs was the smartest thing he ever did for profit  The #1 move that fixed John’s cash flow and took the stress out of payday  Why John’s traded weekend invoicing... with flying lessons LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: Claim a Free Planning Session to learn what coaching could do for your business Get a copy of the Profitable Tradie book Subscribe to our YouTube Channel Follow us on Social MediaThanks for joining us this week. Want to subscribe to The Profitable Tradie Podcast? Have some feedback you’d like to share? Connect with us and leave us a review with a 5-star rating.

No money in the bank... Customers haven’t paid yet... Suppliers are breathing down your neck... Cash flow problems are real... But if you want to fix them... Forget about the problem... Fix the root cause. WHAT YOU’LL GAIN FROM LISTENING TO TODAY’S PODCAST: Get paid on time, every time  Close the gap between doing the work and seeing the money  Keep your bank account steady (instead of always playing catch up)   LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: Claim a Free Planning Session to learn what coaching could do for your business Get a copy of the Profitable Tradie book Subscribe to our YouTube Channel Follow us on Social MediaThanks for joining us this week. Want to subscribe to The Profitable Tradie Podcast? Have some feedback you’d like to share? Connect with us and leave us a review with a 5-star rating.

If you’ve ever said “I really need systems in my business”...But then got swamped by work... And never got round to it... You’re not alone. Most trades business owners know systems will save them a bunch of time and stress... But they don’t start.Because it’s overwhelming. There’s just too much to systemize: Pricing... Invoicing... End of job checklists... Customer comms... Office admin... Project handovers...  The list goes on and on... So instead of doing something...  You do nothing. And the business keeps revolving around you. Here’s the good news: You don’t need to systemize everything at once. You just need to start... But there's a right way to do it.  LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: Claim a Free Planning Session to learn what coaching could do for your business Get a copy of the Profitable Tradie book Subscribe to our YouTube Channel Follow us on Social MediaThanks for joining us this week. Want to subscribe to The Profitable Tradie Podcast? Have some feedback you’d like to share? Connect with us and leave us a review with a 5-star rating.

It’s the 5th time your team member’s called today... Claiming they “don’t know how to do it...” Asking you the question... Wanting you to solve their problem.Something they should be able to figure out on their own. And truth is... they can.They just don’t have to. Cause it’s easier if you do it. So you get it out of the way. Just to keep things moving.Just to get the job done. But now you’ve lost time. They’ve learned nothing. And you know exactly what’s going to happen tomorrow… The cycle of stupid questions starts again. WHAT YOU’LL GAIN FROM LISTENING TO TODAY’S PODCAST: A killer method to get your team solving their own problems (and saving you time)   How to turn mistakes into learning opportunities (so they don’t happen over and over again)  The best way to stop being the business babysitter (without someone spitting the dummy) LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: Claim a Free Planning Session to learn what coaching could do for your business Join our FREE private community of trades business owners in our Facebook group Subscribe to our YouTube Channel Get a copy of the Profitable Tradie book Thanks for joining us this week. Want to subscribe to The Profitable Tradie Podcast? Have some feedback you’d like to share? Connect with us and leave us a review with a 5-star rating.

"I slapped 40% on my pricing... so why's there only 30% profit?”  Not sure what the difference is between markup and margin? Most trades business owners don’t.  And that’s okay – they don’t teach this stuff at school.  But it’s essential to understand.  If you don't, you’ll lose money on jobs without even realizing.  WHAT YOU’LL GAIN FROM LISTENING TO TODAY’S PODCAST: How to increase your prices without scaring off customers The dead-simple trick to calculating real profit on every job How to add thousands in profit without doing extra work LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: Claim a Free Planning Session to learn what coaching could do for your business Join our FREE private community of trades business owners in our Facebook group Subscribe to our YouTube Channel Get a copy of the Profitable Tradie book Thanks for joining us this week. Want to subscribe to The Profitable Tradie Podcast? Have some feedback you’d like to share? Connect with us and leave us a review with a 5-star rating.

In this week’s video, I sit down with systems expert David Jenyns – author of SYSTEMology and a brand-new book called Systems Champion.  We break down why most trades businesses fall flat after building systems... And how to fix it by making one key hire. WHAT YOU’LL GAIN FROM LISTENING TO TODAY’S PODCAST: How to use AI to track how well your systems are working  The role you need in your team to make your systems stick  The smartest way to cut the excuses and get buy-in from your crew 

the silent profit killer that’s draining businesses every day. You won’t spot it in your P&L.  It's not on the quote.  But it’s bleeding cash - job after job.  The good news? You can beat it.  And when you do...  You won't just be busy…  You’ll be booked out and banking serious profit. WHAT YOU’LL GAIN FROM LISTENING TO TODAY’S PODCAST: Why your margins vanish (even when you’re charging “enough”)  What jobs are worth doing… and which ones to dump  How make more money without doing more work LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: Claim a Free Planning Session to learn what coaching could do for your business Join our FREE private community of trades business owners in our Facebook group Subscribe to our YouTube Channel Get a copy of the Profitable Tradie book Thanks for joining us this week. Want to subscribe to The Profitable Tradie Podcast? Have some feedback you’d like to share? Connect with us and leave us a review with a 5-star rating.

My new video is a little different.it’s not about business tactics. It’s about grit, belief, and finding meaning when everything falls apart. Josh Komen was an elite runner… until leukemia hit him. Twice. His story of survival, faith, and perspective will shift how you see struggle. If you’ve ever felt like giving up... You need to hear this. WHAT YOU’LL GAIN FROM LISTENING TO TODAY’S PODCAST: The mindset shift needed to get through the worst — and how you can use it in business Why most business owners quit too soon — and the trick to hanging on How belief, family, and connection provide the greatest strength LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: Claim a Free Planning Session to learn what coaching could do for your business Join our FREE private community of trades business owners in our Facebook group Subscribe to our YouTube Channel Get a copy of the Profitable Tradie book Thanks for joining us this week. Want to subscribe to The Profitable Tradie Podcast? Have some feedback you’d like to share? Connect with us and leave us a review with a 5-star rating.

Does your business fall apart when you’re not around? Do your guys ask the same questions over and over? Feel like you’re constantly fixing stupid mistakes? Explaining the same thing for the 100th time? It’s easy to blame your team for this... But the real problem? All your systems are stuck in your headWHAT YOU’LL GAIN FROM LISTENING TO TODAY’S PODCAST: The fastest, easiest way to systemize your business  The 4-step process to make systems stick  The best systems to boost productivity and profit LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: Claim a Free Planning Session to learn what coaching could do for your business Join our FREE private community of trades business owners in our Facebook group Subscribe to our YouTube Channel Get a copy of the Profitable Tradie book Thanks for joining us this week. Want to subscribe to The Profitable Tradie Podcast? Have some feedback you’d like to share? Connect with us and leave us a review with a 5-star rating.

Steve went from seriously considering shutting down his steel erection company... To leading nearly 200 staff across projects in Texas, Louisiana, Florida, Georgia, and beyond. Now his company’s on track for $30 million in revenue with 10% net profit... WHAT YOU’LL GAIN FROM LISTENING TO TODAY’S PODCAST: How to transform your team into a well-oiled machine  The software that’ll change the game for your jobs and margins  The key to attracting A-Players (and their loyal customers)  How to end cash flow issues for good  Why hard truth beat nice lies every time LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: Claim a Free Planning Session to learn what coaching could do for your business Join our FREE private community of trades business owners in our Facebook group Subscribe to our YouTube Channel Get a copy of the Profitable Tradie book Thanks for joining us this week. Want to subscribe to The Profitable Tradie Podcast? Have some feedback you’d like to share? Connect with us and leave us a review with a 5-star rating.

What if you could hire an employee who always did what you asked without question?  They remember everything you’ve ever told them.  Do every job to a high standard.  Never call in sick.  Happy to work around the clock…  For free.Sounds too good to be true, but they’re real. WHAT YOU’LL GAIN FROM LISTENING TO TODAY’S PODCAST: How to save hours every week (and get more done in less time) The trick to getting stuff done that you’ve been putting off forever The 4-step formula to get ChatGPT to nail your request every time LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: Claim a Free Planning Session to learn what coaching could do for your business Join our FREE private community of trades business owners in our Facebook group Subscribe to our YouTube Channel Get a copy of the Profitable Tradie book Thanks for joining us this week. Want to subscribe to The Profitable Tradie Podcast? Have some feedback you’d like to share? Connect with us and leave us a review with a 5-star rating.

When job handovers are done badly... Passing on one stage of the job to the next feels like that classic Spider-Man meme.... Everyone’s pointing fingers. No one's taking responsibility. Materials aren’t on-site. The quote’s missing half the info. And now the job’s blowing out – in time and cost.WHAT YOU’LL GAIN FROM LISTENING TO TODAY’S PODCAST: The 4 essentials of a job handover process that actually work The must-have checklist that makes job handovers smooth, not stressful The best way to keep everyone on the team aligned and accountable LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: Claim a Free Planning Session to learn what coaching could do for your business Join our FREE private community of trades business owners in our Facebook group Subscribe to our YouTube Channel Get a copy of the Profitable Tradie book Thanks for joining us this week. Want to subscribe to The Profitable Tradie Podcast? Have some feedback you’d like to share? Connect with us and leave us a review with a 5-star rating.

This is what really buzzes me out as a business owner...The best return on investment you can get, bang for buck, is from your business. My latest Podcast is on How to Invest Successfully as a Business Owner. WHAT YOU’LL GAIN FROM LISTENING TO TODAY’S PODCAST: Why your business is the best investment you’ll ever make — and how to maximize the return The reason most tradies earn millions in revenue but end up with nothing to show for it A step-by-step strategy to turn business income into real wealth and financial freedom LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: Claim a Free Planning Session to learn what coaching could do for your business Join our FREE private community of trades business owners in our Facebook group Subscribe to our YouTube Channel Get a copy of the Profitable Tradie book Thanks for joining us this week. Want to subscribe to The Profitable Tradie Podcast? Have some feedback you’d like to share? Connect with us and leave us a review with a 5-star rating.

The economy’s been all over the show lately, right? A lot of trades businesses are feeling it.  Jobs are drying up.  Clients are dragging their feet.  Margins are getting squeezed.  And stress levels are through the roof.  It’s hard when the political stuff’s out of your control.  But here’s the truth:  Even in a downturn, you can still make bloody good money.  WHAT YOU’LL GAIN FROM LISTENING TO TODAY’S PODCAST: How to protect your cash and keep jobs profitable even when leads slow down The real reason most businesses fall apart in downturns — and how to avoid it The 8-step playbook to stay in control, make money, and come out stronger than your competitors LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: Claim a Free Planning Session to learn what coaching could do for your business Join our FREE private community of trades business owners in our Facebook group Subscribe to our YouTube Channel Get a copy of the Profitable Tradie book Thanks for joining us this week. Want to subscribe to The Profitable Tradie Podcast? Have some feedback you’d like to share? Connect with us and leave us a review with a 5-star rating.

For your business to grow, You’re going to need managers. Maybe you’re not quite there yet – but you know it’s coming. Maybe you’ve hire one before and it went pear-shapedOr maybe you’re stuck micromanaging them – because deep down you’re scared they’ll screw up your business if you don’t.  WHAT YOU’LL GAIN FROM LISTENING TO TODAY’S PODCAST: How to Step Away From the Business Without Losing Control  The Most Important Meeting You’ll Ever Have (It Only Takes 20 Mins)  The #1 Mistake Most Trades Business Owners Make With Managers (And How to Avoid It) LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: Claim a Free Planning Session to learn what coaching could do for your business Join our FREE private community of trades business owners in our Facebook group Subscribe to our YouTube Channel Get a copy of the Profitable Tradie book Thanks for joining us this week. Want to subscribe to The Profitable Tradie Podcast? Have some feedback you’d like to share? Connect with us and leave us a review with a 5-star rating.

Ever had a good worker suddenly go cold on you? They used to be solid...   Showed up, worked hard, got the job done.  But lately… something’s off.  It starts to affect the rest of the team.   Morale dips. Standards slip.  The rot spreads.  WHAT YOU’LL GAIN FROM LISTENING TO TODAY’S PODCAST: The trick to keeping your team on board and on task (without constant nagging)  How to decide when to fix the issue... and when it’s time to fire The best way to handle the tough conversations without blowing things up LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: Claim a Free Planning Session to learn what coaching could do for your business Join our FREE private community of trades business owners in our Facebook group Subscribe to our YouTube Channel Get a copy of the Profitable Tradie book Thanks for joining us this week. Want to subscribe to The Profitable Tradie Podcast? Have some feedback you’d like to share? Connect with us and leave us a review with a 5-star rating.

When you were an apprentice, you did what you were told...  You listened...  You worked hard...  And you were grateful for the opportunity.  These days? It’s different.   Young workers think they know everything...  Even though they’ve barely picked up a shovel...  They only work as hard as they have to...  And they want everything...   Including a pay rise...   WHAT YOU’LL GAIN FROM LISTENING TO TODAY’S PODCAST: How to tap into Gen Z’s strengths and get more out of your team  Simple ways to build respect without being the “grumpy boss”  The #1 mindset shift that makes leading young workers way easier LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: Claim a Free Planning Session to learn what coaching could do for your business Join our FREE private community of trades business owners in our Facebook group Subscribe to our YouTube Channel Get a copy of the Profitable Tradie book Thanks for joining us this week. Want to subscribe to The Profitable Tradie Podcast? Have some feedback you’d like to share? Connect with us and leave us a review with a 5-star rating.

The guys don’t fill out job cards because...  We can’t charge that much because...  It’s impossible to find good workers because...[INSERT EXCUSE HERE]Our new Podcast digs into How to Overcome the Excuses Holding Your Business Back. No excuses, mate...  WHAT YOU’LL GAIN FROM LISTENING TO TODAY’S PODCAST: What to do when you feel stuck and can’t see a way forward   How to make real progress, even when you’ve got no time   Where to put your focus so you’re driving the business — not chasing it LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: Claim a Free Planning Session to learn what coaching could do for your business Join our FREE private community of trades business owners in our Facebook group Subscribe to our YouTube Channel Get a copy of the Profitable Tradie book Thanks for joining us this week. Want to subscribe to The Profitable Tradie Podcast? Have some feedback you’d like to share? Connect with us and leave us a review with a 5-star rating.

Ever hired a good worker…?  Who started out all gung-ho…?  But lately their output’s gone downhill?  Perhaps your most onto-it team member…  Who used to have everything sorted…  Is now making loads of costly mistakes? Or maybe your number one guy…  Who’s been loyal for years…  Suddenly jumped ship, completely out of the blue?  It’s easy to blame team issues on laziness, bad communication, or just say “shit happens”…   But what if the real issue’s something deeper—something you’re missing as a leader? In our latest Podcast, we discuss How Great Leaders Look Below the Surface to unlock better performance, stronger culture, and higher profitsWHAT YOU’LL GAIN FROM LISTENING TO TODAY’S PODCAST: How to Deal with Small Problems Before They Become Big Ones  How to Make Sure Your Guys Stay With Your Business Long Term  How to Get Great Results from Your Team Without Micromanaging LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: Claim a Free Planning Session to learn what coaching could do for your business Join our FREE private community of trades business owners in our Facebook group Subscribe to our YouTube Channel Get a copy of the Profitable Tradie book Thanks for joining us this week. Want to subscribe to The Profitable Tradie Podcast? Have some feedback you’d like to share? Connect with us and leave us a review with a 5-star rating.

Jake and Nassia thought the business was humming along nicely. Then—bang—3 of their guys quit the week before Christmas. That’s when they realized: Culture is everything. Fast forward to now?  Jake and Nassia haven’t lost a single team member in over 18 months.  Their crew’s tight, their culture’s rock solid, and the business is flying. WHAT YOU’LL GAIN FROM LISTENING TO TODAY’S PODCAST: How they went from $30K a year profit to $70–80K a month  The structure they built so they're not stuck on the tools  The simple thing they do to keep their workers loyal and passionate   

Burst pipe at midnight? Power out before a big party?  Heating’s died in the middle of winter? People will pay extra to get it fixed now... And you should be charging for it. It’s called Surge Pricing. Raising your price when demand’s high and supply is low. Airlines do it. Uber does it. Hotels and events too. And so should youLINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: Claim a Free Planning Session to learn what coaching could do for your business Join our FREE private community of trades business owners in our Facebook group Subscribe to our YouTube Channel Get a copy of the Profitable Tradie book Thanks for joining us this week. Want to subscribe to The Profitable Tradie Podcast? Have some feedback you’d like to share? Connect with us and leave us a review with a 5-star rating.WHAT YOU’LL GAIN FROM LISTENING TO TODAY’S PODCAST: How to Use Surge Pricing Without the Customer Spitting the Dummy  Which Customers Will Happily Pay Top Dollar for Your Skills  The Best Times to Put Surge Pricing into Action 

If you want to lock in and book in more jobs, before your competitors can even get a price out... This episode is for you. WHAT YOU’LL GAIN FROM LISTENING TO TODAY’S PODCAST: Why You’re Losing Work Without Realizing It  How to Beat Your Competition (Even If They’re Cheaper)  The Phone Call Hack That’ll Fill Your Calendar LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: Claim a Free Planning Session to learn what coaching could do for your business Join our FREE private community of trades business owners in our Facebook group Subscribe to our YouTube Channel Get a copy of the Profitable Tradie book Thanks for joining us this week. Want to subscribe to The Profitable Tradie Podcast? Have some feedback you’d like to share? Connect with us and leave us a review with a 5-star rating.

Imposter Syndrome hits everyone... And it could be costing you big time. Stopping you from charging what you’re worth… Keeping you from hiring (or firing)… Making you hesitate when opportunities come up… WHAT YOU’LL GAIN FROM LISTENING TO TODAY’S PODCAST: Top Ways to Think Like a Winner – so your team does too  How to Beat Procrastination – and finally improve your business  The Key to Finding Confidence – and booking killer jobs LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: Claim a Free Planning Session to learn what coaching could do for your business Join our FREE private community of trades business owners in our Facebook group Subscribe to our YouTube Channel Get a copy of the Profitable Tradie book Thanks for joining us this week. Want to subscribe to The Profitable Tradie Podcast? Have some feedback you’d like to share? Connect with us and leave us a review with a 5-star rating.

Hiring a marketing agency can feel like gambling. You put down your money... Hope for the best…  And get... whatever you get. If you’re lucky, it’s some new jobs. If you’re not, it’s crickets. And a bill, plus some fluff report about “likes” and “reach”. But if you know how to get the most out of them... Marketing agencies can change the game for your business. WHAT YOU’LL GAIN FROM LISTENING TO TODAY’S PODCAST: Agency Red flags to Watch Out For   What Will Set Your Business Apart from Competitors    The 5 Step System to Make Sure Your Agency Delivers   LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: Claim a Free Planning Session to learn what coaching could do for your business Join our FREE private community of trades business owners in our Facebook group Subscribe to our YouTube Channel Get a copy of the Profitable Tradie book Thanks for joining us this week. Want to subscribe to The Profitable Tradie Podcast? Have some feedback you’d like to share? Connect with us and leave us a review with a 5-star rating.

I just chatted with James Schramko – business coach and author of Work Less, Make More. We discussed how lots of business owners get so consumed dealing with other people’s problems, that they kind of lose sight of their own businesses...  And then we covered how to retake control so you can make serious profit and have a great work/life balance.  WHAT YOU’LL GAIN FROM LISTENING TO TODAY’S PODCAST: The Key to Financial Freedom   How to Avoid Overwhelm   The Secret to Work/Life Balance   LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: Claim a Free Planning Session to learn what coaching could do for your business Join our FREE private community of trades business owners in our Facebook group Subscribe to our YouTube Channel Get a copy of the Profitable Tradie book Thanks for joining us this week. Want to subscribe to The Profitable Tradie Podcast? Have some feedback you’d like to share? Connect with us and leave us a review with a 5-star rating.

Ever tried hiring someone to juggle multiple tasks?  Or maybe you’ve looked at your current team, and thought… “Who can take on more?”  Two birds with one stone, right? Hybrid roles might feel like quick fix…  But long-term, they’ll have you constantly chasing your tail. WHAT YOU’LL GAIN FROM LISTENING TO TODAY’S PODCAST: The Secret to Building a High-Performing Team That Pays for Itself  The Real Reason You’re Still Drowning in Tasks  The Best Roles to Hire to Grow Your Business LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: Claim a Free Planning Session to learn what coaching could do for your business Join our FREE private community of trades business owners in our Facebook group Subscribe to our YouTube Channel Get a copy of the Profitable Tradie book Thanks for joining us this week. Want to subscribe to The Profitable Tradie Podcast? Have some feedback you’d like to share? Connect with us and leave us a review with a 5-star rating.

Forget newspaper ads, radio spots, or TV commercials. The better way to attract customers and book jobs today… Social Media. But here’s the problem—most trades and contracting business owners get it wrong. You can’t just post a couple of times and expect work to come your way. Plus, Social Media changes all the time. The platforms… The algorithms… How people actually use it… What worked a year ago (or even 6 months ago) isn’t necessarily what works today. But there are proven strategies that workWHAT YOU’LL GAIN FROM LISTENING TO TODAY’S PODCAST: Common Social Media Mistakes to Avoid and What to Do Instead   4 Simple Steps to Making Awesome Content  The Kinds of Posts That Get the Most Bang for Your Buck LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: Claim a Free Planning Session to learn what coaching could do for your business Join our FREE private community of trades business owners in our Facebook group Subscribe to our YouTube Channel Get a copy of the Profitable Tradie book Thanks for joining us this week. Want to subscribe to The Profitable Tradie Podcast? Have some feedback you’d like to share? Connect with us and leave us a review with a 5-star rating.

You built your team so they could share the load...  So you wouldn’t have to handle everything yourself...  Right? But instead of making your life easier...  Has hiring more guys actually made your job harder? Now there’s more to think about...  More responsibility...  And less time to focus on running and growing the business.  But don’t sack everyone and go at it alone...  What you need is a First Team: your top guys who’ll help take your business where you want it to go.  WHAT YOU’LL GAIN FROM LISTENING TO TODAY’S PODCAST: GET YOUR GUYS TO STEP UP by developing strong leaders  ACHIEVE KILLER RESULTS your whole team is striving for  STOP DOING EVERYTHING YOURSELF and shift to mentoring & guiding your team LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: Claim a Free Planning Session to learn what coaching could do for your business Join our FREE private community of trades business owners in our Facebook group Subscribe to our YouTube Channel Get a copy of the Profitable Tradie book Thanks for joining us this week. Want to subscribe to The Profitable Tradie Podcast? Have some feedback you’d like to share? Connect with us and leave us a review with a 5-star rating.

Kobe Bryant is one of the greatest basketball players of all time. He led the LA Lakers to 5 NBA championships. But at one point in his career, Kobe started to lose his edge. That’s when he called Todd Herman, and together, they made a change that put Kobe in in the Basketball Hall of Fame forever. Want to know what he did, and how the same method could transform your business? WHAT YOU’LL GAIN FROM LISTENING TO TODAY’S PODCAST: Stop Holding Yourself Back – Let go of fear and start making bold moves  Be A Better Leader – Guide your team with clarity and calm   Level Up Your Sales – Upgrade your confidence and grow your business   LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: Claim a Free Planning Session to learn what coaching could do for your business Join our FREE private community of trades business owners in our Facebook group Subscribe to our YouTube Channel Get a copy of the Profitable Tradie book Thanks for joining us this week. Want to subscribe to The Profitable Tradie Podcast? Have some feedback you’d like to share? Connect with us and leave us a review with a 5-star rating.

Are you a workaholic? Steve was.  He had so little time that he skipped eating meals. All he ate was an apple a day... But since turning his business around, it’s three meals a day... Plus better cash flow, improved profitability... And the freedom to go wake-boarding and barefoot water skiing with his girls. WHAT YOU’LL GAIN FROM LISTENING TO TODAY’S PODCAST: Small Systems That Make a Big Difference   How to Make Every Bid/Quote Worth It, Even If You Don’t Book the Job  The Key Stop Micromanaging and Empowering Your Team What’s your business really worth? If you tried to sell today, what could you get for it?  A lot of business owners have a dollar figure in mind...  A nice payout for all the hard work they’ve put into building their company...  But here's the truth...  Most asking prices are way above what anyone’s actually willing to pay... WHAT YOU’LL GAIN FROM LISTENING TO TODAY’S PODCAST: Simple ways to add hundreds of thousands to your sale price  The best thing you can do to make your business an easy sell  Key steps to take before going on the market LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: Claim a Free Planning Session to learn what coaching could do for your business Join our FREE private community of trades business owners in our Facebook group Subscribe to our YouTube Channel Get a copy of the Profitable Tradie book Thanks for joining us this week. Want to subscribe to The Profitable Tradie Podcast? Have some feedback you’d like to share? Connect with us and leave us a review with a 5-star rating.

What’s your business really worth? If you tried to sell today, what could you get for it?  A lot of business owners have a dollar figure in mind...  A nice payout for all the hard work they’ve put into building their company...  But here's the truth...  Most asking prices are way above what anyone’s actually willing to pay... WHAT YOU’LL GAIN FROM LISTENING TO TODAY’S PODCAST: Simple ways to add hundreds of thousands to your sale price  The best thing you can do to make your business an easy sell  Key steps to take before going on the market LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: Claim a Free Planning Session to learn what coaching could do for your business Join our FREE private community of trades business owners in our Facebook group Subscribe to our YouTube Channel Get a copy of the Profitable Tradie book Thanks for joining us this week. Want to subscribe to The Profitable Tradie Podcast? Have some feedback you’d like to share? Connect with us and leave us a review with a 5-star rating.

As a business owner, you know it’s important to keep your team happy...  When you offer a good place to work, and your guys enjoy their jobs...  It leads to stronger culture and better results...  But how do you really know if your team is happy or not?  Especially if you’re not around all the time... WHAT YOU’LL GAIN FROM LISTENING TO TODAY’S PODCAST: Simple and cheap staff survey tools you can use right now  The trick to getting straight up answers from your guys every time How to make your team love where they work (and refer their mates too) LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: Claim a Free Planning Session to learn what coaching could do for your business Join our FREE private community of trades business owners in our Facebook group Subscribe to our YouTube Channel Get a copy of the Profitable Tradie book Thanks for joining us this week. Want to subscribe to The Profitable Tradie Podcast? Have some feedback you’d like to share? Connect with us and leave us a review with a 5-star rating.

Get your own copy of 'Clockwork' by Mike Michalowicz here 👉 https://mikemichalowicz.com/clockwork/Heard of ‘9 to 5 Syndrome’?Most people work from 9am to 5pm…  But many trades and contracting business owners also work from 5pm to 9am as well… If that sounds like you... You’ll find my latest training super useful. I chat with business expert and best-selling author of ‘Profit First’, Mike Michalowicz, and he shares loads of super helpful thoughts... WHAT YOU’LL GAIN FROM LISTENING TO TODAY’S PODCAST: Why Taking a 4-week Vacation Is Great for Your Business  How to Build Systems on the Go, Even When You’re in the Thick of It  The Simplest Way to Decide What’s Worth Your Time and What’s Not LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: Claim a Free Planning Session to learn what coaching could do for your business Join our FREE private community of trades business owners in our Facebook group Subscribe to our YouTube Channel Get a copy of the Profitable Tradie book Thanks for joining us this week. Want to subscribe to The Profitable Tradie Podcast? Have some feedback you’d like to share? Connect with us and leave us a review with a 5-star rating.

Here’s the thing: you don’t have to do it all yourself.  Mitch Janusz was in the same boat...   Now Mitch is far less stressed, has more time for his family, and his profits have skyrocketed.  WHAT YOU’LL GAIN FROM LISTENING TO TODAY’S PODCAST: How stepping back from the tools accelerates business growth  Why trying to be the best and the cheapest doesn’t work  The trick to getting your head around the numbers–even if math isn’t your thing The reason most people don’t achieve their goals isn't for a lack of commitment... they just don’t have the right systems to get there. WHAT YOU’LL GAIN FROM LISTENING TO TODAY’S PODCAST: Build a business that works without you  Carve out time for your family without sacrificing business results   Make sure important stuff gets done – no matter how busy life gets LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: Claim a Free Planning Session to learn what coaching could do for your business Join our FREE private community of trades business owners in our Facebook group Subscribe to our YouTube Channel Get a copy of the Profitable Tradie book Thanks for joining us this week. Want to subscribe to The Profitable Tradie Podcast? Have some feedback you’d like to share? Connect with us and leave us a review with a 5-star rating.

The reason most people don’t achieve their goals isn't for a lack of commitment... they just don’t have the right systems to get there. WHAT YOU’LL GAIN FROM LISTENING TO TODAY’S PODCAST: Build a business that works without you  Carve out time for your family without sacrificing business results   Make sure important stuff gets done – no matter how busy life gets LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: Claim a Free Planning Session to learn what coaching could do for your business Join our FREE private community of trades business owners in our Facebook group Subscribe to our YouTube Channel Get a copy of the Profitable Tradie book Thanks for joining us this week. Want to subscribe to The Profitable Tradie Podcast? Have some feedback you’d like to share? Connect with us and leave us a review with a 5-star rating.

The reason most people don’t achieve their goals isn't for a lack of commitment... they just don’t have the right systems to get there.   WHAT YOU’LL GAIN FROM LISTENING TO TODAY’S PODCAST: Build a business that works without you  Carve out time for your family without sacrificing business results   Make sure important stuff gets done – no matter how busy life gets LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: Claim a Free Planning Session to learn what coaching could do for your business Join our FREE private community of trades business owners in our Facebook group Subscribe to our YouTube Channel Get a copy of the Profitable Tradie book Thanks for joining us this week. Want to subscribe to The Profitable Tradie Podcast? Have some feedback you’d like to share? Connect with us and leave us a review with a 5-star rating.

Get ready for the first 4 challenges of 2025… 1. WORKFLOW Customers are usually slower to push go on projects at the start of the year. Projects will probably be delayed too. 2. CASH FLOW With many still in holiday mode, you can bet customers will take longer to pay their invoices. If you’re not on top of this, your cash flow could take a hit. 3. PROFIT You still have to pay your workers, even when they’re away on break. Making profit on every job is going to be more challenging with the same fixed costs, but less workers to cover those costs. 4. TEAM To start the year off well, you want to find top tradesmen to join your team... but so do all your competitors. If you don’t want to miss out, you need to front-foot it and put out the right message.WHAT YOU’LL GAIN FROM LISTENING TO TODAY’S PODCAST: Get consistent leads, even in a slow market  Increase profit without losing customers  Close jobs fast and fill your calendar LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: Claim a Free Planning Session to learn what coaching could do for your business Join our FREE private community of trades business owners in our Facebook group Subscribe to our YouTube Channel Get a copy of the Profitable Tradie book Thanks for joining us this week. Want to subscribe to The Profitable Tradie Podcast? Have some feedback you’d like to share? Connect with us and leave us a review with a 5-star rating.

Is a Christmas shutdown really worth it?When you’re knackered from a massive year, it sounds like a good idea... But have you fully thought it through? WHAT YOU’LL GAIN FROM LISTENING TO TODAY’S PODCAST: Keep your business humming over the holidays  Thrive even when everything slows down for a while  Take a break without losing money or pissing off your team LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: Claim a Free Planning Session to learn what coaching could do for your business Join our FREE private community of trades business owners in our Facebook group Subscribe to our YouTube Channel Get a copy of the Profitable Tradie book Thanks for joining us this week. Want to subscribe to The Profitable Tradie Podcast? Have some feedback you’d like to share? Connect with us and leave us a review with a 5-star rating.

I was going broke...  Working massive hours...  Feeling completely lost... And seriously considering throwing in the towel... But then I realized: In order for things to change... I had to change. 18 months and a bunch of changes later... I completely turned my business around...  Doubling its revenue and pulling in 25% net profit.  That was business owner Luke Heyhoe.  Want to see how he did it?WHAT YOU’LL GAIN FROM LISTENING TO TODAY’S PODCAST: The pricing sweet spot where you make killer profit and your customers are happy   What to do to get out of a rut and improve a shit situation  How to stay clear headed whether it’s been a good month or a bad month LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: Claim a Free Planning Session to learn what coaching could do for your business Join our FREE private community of trades business owners in our Facebook group Subscribe to our YouTube Channel Get a copy of the Profitable Tradie book Thanks for joining us this week. Want to subscribe to The Profitable Tradie Podcast? Have some feedback you’d like to share? Connect with us and leave us a review with a 5-star rating.

Imagine making million-dollar profits with your business, It might seem out of reach... But the most successful business owners are just like the rest of us... However they do things differently... So, in my latest training session I uncover 8 Big Ideas for 7-Figure Profits that could change the way you think about your business. WHAT YOU’LL GAIN FROM LISTENING TO TODAY’S PODCAST: How knowing less can make your business more successful The one hire that’ll make your life so much easier How to make waste-of-time meetings actually useful LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: Claim a Free Planning Session to learn what coaching could do for your business Join our FREE private community of trades business owners in our Facebook group Subscribe to our YouTube Channel Get a copy of the Profitable Tradie book Thanks for joining us this week. Want to subscribe to The Profitable Tradie Podcast? Have some feedback you’d like to share? Connect with us and leave us a review with a 5-star rating.

If you want to improve your business you’ve got to use this system. My latest training session explains what it is and how to use it. WHAT YOU’LL GAIN FROM LISTENING TO TODAY’S PODCAST: Make killer profits, month after month  Grow your business without falling apart  Cut team mistakes and boost their performance LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: Claim a Free Planning Session to learn what coaching could do for your business Join our FREE private community of trades business owners in our Facebook group Subscribe to our YouTube Channel Get a copy of the Profitable Tradie book Thanks for joining us this week. Want to subscribe to The Profitable Tradie Podcast? Have some feedback you’d like to share? Connect with us and leave us a review with a 5-star rating.

I just recorded a new training session on Getting More Out of Your Team where I find out how to add $10K+ profit per trades-person for no extra effort.WHAT YOU’LL GAIN FROM LISTENING TO TODAY’S PODCAST: Stop your guys mucking around and keep them on task  Make more money without ripping off your customers Add $10K+ profit per worker for no extra effort LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: Claim a Free Planning Session to learn what coaching could do for your business Join our FREE private community of trades business owners in our Facebook group Subscribe to our YouTube Channel Get a copy of the Profitable Tradie book Thanks for joining us this week. Want to subscribe to The Profitable Tradie Podcast? Have some feedback you’d like to share? Connect with us and leave us a review with a 5-star rating.

WHAT YOU’LL GAIN FROM LISTENING TO TODAY’S PODCAST:  The #1 cash flow mistake trades businesses make - and how to fix it The bulletproof process that’ll get you paid on time, every time The easiest thing you can do to always have cash when you need it LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: Claim a Free Planning Session to learn what coaching could do for your business Join our FREE private community of trades business owners in our Facebook group Subscribe to our YouTube Channel Get a copy of the Profitable Tradie book Thanks for joining us this week. Want to subscribe to The Profitable Tradie Podcast? Have some feedback you’d like to share? Connect with us and leave us a review with a 5-star rating.

WHAT YOU’LL GAIN FROM LISTENING TO TODAY’S PODCAST: Manage frustration without losing your cool Spend less time training but still get great results Build a high-performing efficient team LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: Claim a Free Planning Session to learn what coaching could do for your business Join our FREE private community of trades business owners in our Facebook group Subscribe to our YouTube Channel Get a copy of the Profitable Tradie book Thanks for joining us this week. Want to subscribe to The Profitable Tradie Podcast? Have some feedback you’d like to share? Connect with us and leave us a review with a 5-star rating.

WHAT YOU’LL GAIN FROM LISTENING TO TODAY’S PODCAST: Manage frustration without losing your cool Spend less time training but still get great results Build a high-performing efficient team LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: Claim a Free Planning Session to learn what coaching could do for your business Join our FREE private community of trades business owners in our Facebook group Subscribe to our YouTube Channel Get a copy of the Profitable Tradie book Thanks for joining us this week. Want to subscribe to The Profitable Tradie Podcast? Have some feedback you’d like to share? Connect with us and leave us a review with a 5-star rating.

WHAT YOU’LL GAIN FROM LISTENING TO TODAY’S PODCAST:  How to build your own economy (instead of worrying about the global economy) How to focus on what’s important (instead of wasting energy on what’s out of your hands) How to adapt when the world changes (instead of getting left behind) LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: Claim a Free Planning Session to learn what coaching could do for your business Join our FREE private community of trades business owners in our Facebook group Subscribe to our YouTube Channel Get a copy of the Profitable Tradie book Thanks for joining us this week. Want to subscribe to The Profitable Tradie Podcast? Have some feedback you’d like to share? Connect with us and leave us a review with a 5-star rating.

How to carve out your niche Where to find the solution to every problem Why investing in infrastructure will get you where you want to go The trick to getting Google Ads cranking What to consider if you want to buy a business LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: Claim a Free Planning Session to learn what coaching could do for your business Join our FREE private community of trades business owners in our Facebook group Subscribe to our YouTube Channel Get a copy of the Profitable Tradie book Thanks for joining us this week. Want to subscribe to The Profitable Tradie Podcast? Have some feedback you’d like to share? Connect with us and leave us a review with a 5-star rating.

WHAT YOU’LL GAIN FROM LISTENING TO TODAY’S PODCAST: Become the go-to guy in your community Avoid price wars and compete on value instead  Book more jobs and attract top talent LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: Claim a Free Planning Session to learn what coaching could do for your business Join our FREE private community of trades business owners in our Facebook group Subscribe to our YouTube Channel Get a copy of the Profitable Tradie book Thanks for joining us this week. Want to subscribe to The Profitable Tradie Podcast? Have some feedback you’d like to share? Connect with us and leave us a review with a 5-star rating.

WHAT YOU’LL GAIN FROM LISTENING TO TODAY’S PODCAST: Simple steps you can take to improve any situation The key to stop making the same mistake over and over again How to deal with setbacks and bounce back quick LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: Claim a Free Planning Session to learn what coaching could do for your business Join our FREE private community of trades business owners in our Facebook group Subscribe to our YouTube Channel Get a copy of the Profitable Tradie book Thanks for joining us this week. Want to subscribe to The Profitable Tradie Podcast? Have some feedback you’d like to share? Connect with us and leave us a review with a 5-star rating.

LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: Claim a Free Planning Session to learn what coaching could do for your business Join our FREE private community of trades business owners in our Facebook group Subscribe to our YouTube Channel Get a copy of the Profitable Tradie book Thanks for joining us this week. Want to subscribe to The Profitable Tradie Podcast? Have some feedback you’d like to share? Connect with us and leave us a review with a 5-star rating.