Tradesman Confidential

This one gets heated... as business owners, contractors, or just general trades workers, we will all see people cross the line every day. Where do we draw the line between "we can do better" and "we need to grow up"? But when one person takes it way too far, how does that affect the trades in moving forward?

You know we love having people on the show to represent all the trades, so today we sit down with Eri Isaacson from the welding scene. From college to running a business to facing challenges on your journey in the trades, this episode brings you stories and advice all in one place! New episodes every week!   ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/tradesmanconfidential/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow TruPros: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://ww...

The guys talk you through tips and tricks they have for increasing job site safety for you and your team. Whether it's to save your own ass or keep your guys safe on a job, we've got stories from Josh and Greg's experiences to talk about it all! From insurance to motion-sensor cameras, let's get into it! New episodes every week!   ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/tradesmanconfidential...

AI is only as smart as the information it has access to. How realistic is it that we have robots building all of our houses in 10 years? How about flying cars? This is not a real-life "Terminator" or "Back to the Future". A computer and its software cannot possibly take over every job in construction (not yet, anyway). New episodes every week!   ⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/tra...

In honor of last week being Friday the 13th and next week celebrating Halloween, the guys discuss superstitions in their industries and the reasoning behind them. A 13th floor in a hotel? Never seen it. A window at a 45-degree angle? Who in their right mind... we'll talk about all that and more on today's episode! New episodes every week!   ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/tradesmanconfidential...

Today, Josh and Greg come at you with a story from the beginning of Josh's career. Wait until you hear about the annoying subcontractor he had to deal with, and watch the story come full circle as Josh is faced with a realization about life. After last week's episode about mental health, here is another great reminder that we are all human at the end of the day. New episodes every week!  ...

Is this really the way that we as business owners should be approaching the topic of mental health with our employees in the field? Once you put your workboots on, do you automatically get the urge to push everything to the side and "be a man"? This episode is a calm, cool, and collected approach to a taboo topic. Changing the stigma around the trades also means changing the stigma aroun...

Today, we are joined by Josh Huite, who has traded his toolbelt for "coach" status as he sets out with the same vision we have; change the narrative of the trades. We take you on an hour-long conversation full of experiences, discussion, and even a free therapy session. Whether you are new to the trades or are a veteran in your field, this is not an episode you want to miss! New episodes...

Today we discuss the vital role of women in the trades, which is only 14% by the way. Whether you're a seasoned tradeswoman or someone looking to break into the industry, this episode is your guide to inspiration, empowerment, and a new era of possibilities. Listen as Josh & Greg talk about their experiences and insights regarding the hidden gems of the trades. New episodes every week!   h...

Today we talk about perception and mainly your customer’s perception.  Where does a customer’s perception start? How do you perceive your business vs. how is it perceived by others? Every interaction you have with a customer sets the expectation for their next interaction with you. New episodes every week!   https://www.instagram.com/tradesmanconfidential/ Follow TruPros: https://www.instagram.com...

Join us as we reveal a strategic approach - reverse engineering your competitor's numbers - to redefine your own path to success. Learn to place a higher value on your knowledge rather than just your time. And those big wins? Stay grounded and don't get carried away; instead, use them as valuable learning experiences. Follow us on social media: New episodes every week!  https://www.instagr...

We’re talking about the market and how people react…or overreact. Are we in a cycle or is this reminiscent of 2008? The gentlemen discuss the state of the market and how tradespeople need to approach it because all it takes is one donkey to jack the brakes…. Follow us on social media: New episodes every week!   https://www.instagram.com/tradesmanconfidential/ Follow TruPros: https://www.instagram....

In natural Josh fashion, we start with a brief history lesson on apprenticeship and how it came about. How everything comes full circle over time, like those neon shades all the cool kids are wearing. But how do you view an apprenticeship? Your friends may be off to college – are you missing out? Find out Greg's hack for this one, ha! Apprenticeships aren't solely about the apprentice thou...

In this episode, we confront a common pitfall that often goes unnoticed: the relentless pursuit of the next shiny object or immediate gratification, without taking into account, well..... your bills . We examine the allure of acquiring that coveted new toy or even achieving that business goal, and how this pursuit can blind us to the financial realities of our businesses . We cover the importance...

Do you have the secret sauce to running a successful business? Or have you, like Greg, paid at least 10 years worth of the stupid tax ? We're not talking about those we pay to Uncle Sam, we're talking about grinding it out. Transitioning from a work mentality to running a business - two very different skillsets. In this episode, we talk about why we started TruPros and surrounding yourself...

Let's face it, nothing in this world is free, so why should your time and expertise be? And what's the difference between a diagnosis and an estimate? How do you calculate your margins? We cover it in this short episode. Whether you're a seasoned pro or just starting out, this episode is for you.

Alright everyone, take a chill pill -- 2023 is not the new 2008. Let's talk about how we can navigate the financial climate we're approaching!

Why is it so hard to get to the next step? Today, Greg shares his story about his licenses, and it's a doozy.

FALSE -- but you knew that. Today we are joined by a plumber and coffee connoisseur (he literally owns a coffee company). We love hearing about how people find their way into the trades, every origin story is different. What comes when you begin in the trades and what happens further down the line are all up to you.

We gave you a glimpse into our thoughts on technology in the trades, but now we've brought in a professional. We learn about things we've never heard of and discuss things that we're passionate about all in today's episode. Now isn't that the cat's pajamas?

This is the kind of thing our industry needs to keep an eye on. What we talk about in today's episode could start a ripple effect across all trades in the country.

We're sick of your complaining. We're tired of hearing about what you wish would happen with your business and your trade. We're over the BS. We know how to keep your business and the trades moving forward and it's about time you listen.

We don't just mean robots and we also don't mean that negatively. There are so many things that have been released and continue to be released that are going to make work in the trades that much easier. New technology isn't taking our jobs, it's making us more efficient at what we do.

"I can do better than my boss." We've all heard that before, some of us have definitely said that before too. You think you've got this thing figured out. Why don't you let these old, wise men of the trades give you their thoughts on going out on your own.

We know there is so much in the world to learn from. Take, for instance, how European countries are handling their trades industries. We're no Miss America, but we could see a different future for the trades. In an ideal world, how could WE make the trades easier to learn, access and perform? Let's talk about it.