TradesFormation: Growth Advice From a Plumber-Turned-Coach

Adrian Fadini, Founder of TradesFormation, knows firsthand how challenging it can be to build a successful trades business. After starting as a plumber, he faced financial struggles that forced him to sell his family home. But instead of giving up, he used the experience to transform his approach — learning from experts, refining his business model, and ultimately selling his plumbing company in 2012 to become a coach. 

Now, through TradesFormation, Adrian coaches other trades professionals on how to avoid common pitfalls and build profitable, resilient businesses. He shares his journey from tradesman to business coach, why data-driven decision-making is essential, and how staying the course (without repeating mistakes) leads to long-term success.

Join us as we discuss:

• [2:08] Why your willingness to evolve matters more than experience

• [15:02] Balancing empathy for your team with data-driven decisions 

• [26:49] Quality questions you should be asking during every sale
  

Check out these resources we mentioned during the podcast:

• Register today for our inaugural World of Titans event in Sydney, Australia on Thursday-Friday, April 3-4, 2025!
  

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