Tradies In Business

So big news for Tradies regarding an upcoming Google Update. Google recently announced that if your site is not mobile friendly it will not rank in search results on mobile devices. This is big news for trade websites that haven't Read More The post TBS Newsflash Number 1 | Google Update appeared first on Tradies Business Show . See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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We chat with Paul Hodgson, CEO of Construction Skills Queensland about trends in the construction industry, what areas you should be looking to get skills in, what it's like to be a brickies labourer, and why getting up to speed with tech is critical for your business The post TBS038 Industry Trends with Paul Hodgson from Construction Skills Qld appeared first on Tradies Business Show . See omnyst...

In this episode of the Tradies Business Show we head out into the suburbs to find out what some of the general public think of our tradies. Good? Bad? Ugly? Well, our first guest from the streets is a fish and chip shop owner and she has some great feedback for tradies on customer service, wowing your customers, how to get more work and even how to score a free lunch! There's also a surprise recip...

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Social media...it's a part of business these days. Mostly, it's a great way to promote your business, connect with and engage your customers, share stories and generally to create a community around your tradie business. But what happens when someone Read More The post TBS035 How To Deal With Negative Feedback On Social Media appeared first on Tradies Business Show . See omnystudio.com/listener fo...

It's the bane of tradies the world over - the dreaded customer phone call. They always seem to ring when you're up to your elbows in... well, whatever it is you're normally up to. You have to drop everything, answer the phone and then it's either a tyre kicker, telemarketer or worse still, a supplier chasing payment. Why won't everyone just let you do your job? Well, the problem is, these calls al...

Do you wish someone could tell you if your bank was really looking after you? How do you know if they're giving you the best deal? Should you finance your next vehicle through the dealer? In this episode, we answer these and many more questions about finance, borrowing to grow your business, vehicle and equipment purchases and more! Join Jon and Tammy from Loanwize as they uncover some of these ti...

Staff. They're your ticket to freedom as a trade business owner and unfortunately, seem to be a source of many headaches as well. Once the fear of actually hiring someone new is overcome, one of the biggest headaches tradies in business suffer is finding, recruiting and retaining the right staff. While it may seem like an exercise in pot luck, there is in fact a process to follow that will increas...

Have you ever had one of 'those' jobs where you knew it was going to go pear shaped from the start? Where you wished you'd listened to your gut instinct and told the customer you were booked out, or too dear or something?! They can be a real nightmare when it comes to your customer service standards and making sure your name isn't tarnished as a result. Well, in our first installment of 'What Woul...

Tired of working your butt off and getting paid the least in your business? Maybe you feel like you're working for free on some jobs?! Well, the simplest way to improve this equation and put a little more profit into your account each month is to raise your rates. Aaaaaarrrggh! We hear you scream. You'll stop winning work and there'll be nothing for you to do! That's certainly the fear held by man...

In this episode we're joined by Julie Cross - mother, entertainer and most of all an amazing storyteller. Julie is one of Australia's most sought after presenters and caused something of a social media stir recently with her 'bikini post' on Facebook that scored 143,000 likes in just 24 hours and a reach of over 3.5 million! More than anything, Julie will share with you why a positive mindset and...

Today we talk to Timbo Reid, host of Australia's number 1 marketing podcast, Small Business Big Marketing. We're both fans of Tim's podcast and actually credit Timbo as being one of the catalysts for us starting our show. Tim is a guru when it comes to marketing a small business and a tradie business is no exception! In fact, Timbo reckons that Tradies have a great opportunity to improve their bus...

Free quotes. It's what you have to do if you want to get more customers, right? Problem is you spend half your time quoting instead of doing chargeable work, only to be told by the prospect that "we're still deciding" or "we didn't realise it'd be that much" or perhaps the worst "we've decided to go with someone cheaper"! Well...it doesn't have to be this way. In today's episode we take a closer l...

If you're a licenced contractor you've no doubt questioned the worth of paying that fee every year. What do you even get in return for your money, apart from increasing levels of scrutiny and regulation? Well, in Queensland it seems times are changing. The 'old BSA' (Building Services Authority) has been replaced by the QBCC (Queensland Building and Construction Commission). It's now run like a bu...

Nobody likes spending money on insurance. What's worse is that insurance for tradies can be quite expensive compared to a lot of other industries. In this episode we talk with Ross Forbes from Tradesure about how insurance for tradies doesn't need to be expensive and also how to get it right so that in the unfortunate event you need to make a claim, you're actually protected the way you need. Ross...

How do you set prices in your business? Is it scientific, intuitive or something else? In today's episode Warrick and Michaela look at: why you shouldn't be basing your prices on your competitors how to make sure you make a profit on your work relate your pricing to your personal goals whether you should mark up materials used or not, and more. The post TBS024: How To Set Your Prices appeared firs...

Still using a paper diary in your business? Well, today might just be the day to throw it away! In this episode, we talk to Clinton Cowin from TradiePad about: his transition from Tradie to Tech-adviser how cloud technology allowed him to step away from his plumbing business but keep it running whether you should be using iOS, Android or Windows Mobile devices in your tradie business the top thing...

In this episode we interview Michelle House - The Money Maven, about how to improve the relationship you have with money AND how that can help you with more than just your business... if you get our drift. No? Still not clear? Well, when it comes to husbands and wives, getting better with your money talk can definitely improve the bedroom conversation. Clearer now? Michelle also shares her tips fo...

Warrick and Michaela chat with Nick May from Walls By Design in another of their 'real tradie stories'. Nick is a painter, podcaster and lover-of-canned-soup, based in Denver, Colorado. Nick shares many stories and some great tips on: How to differentiate yourself from the competition How to attract the right staff for your business joint ventures and referral partnerships creating customers for l...

n Episode 20 of The Tradies Business Show Warrick and Michaela dive deeper into what it takes to stick out from the crowd. How do you get the attention of your potential customers and get them to choose you over your competition? Find out how to: use guarantees to increase conversions take what you're already doing and turn it into a marketing opportunity get away from discounting as a means to at...

We chat with Paul Bidwell (no relation to Warrick) from Master Builders Queensland about the building and construction industry and the trends and opportunities one of Queenslands largest industry associations sees for 2015. Paul also shares: tips for how to be an industry leader some of the benefits of Master Builders membership what sectors are likely to do well and how to tap into the opportuni...

In this episode we take a look at how to smash 2015 and make it a great year for your business but more importantly, for you and your family. Warrick and Michaela put goal setting under the spotlight and talk about: How to give yourself a fighting chance to achieve your goals Making sure your goals relate to your personal lifestyle and aren't just about business (and money) What to do if you don't...

They say you're only as good as your last performance, so it makes sense to review each year in your tradie business when the full time siren sounds on December 31st! In this episode of the show we discuss: The importance of locking in our key lessons from the past year Our own learnings and what we plan to do differently next year How to improve your quality of life and results using a simple sco...

What's your biggest asset? Your house? Your car? Your tools? Perhaps you said your health and you'd be pretty close. The reality is, your biggest asset as a trade business owner is your ability to generate cashflow or earn an income. Without your income, how would you: Pay your mortgage if you have one? Put food on the table? Pay for kids' schooling? Buy clothes, take holidays or just generally en...