Episode 64

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14th Apr 2023

The Biggest Business Hack Saving you from Mistakes

There’s one key characteristic that shows up time and time again in trades business owners that build really successful businesses…

They learn. 

Not only do they like to learn but they prioritize making learning part of their routine.

They understand that if you’re not continually learning then you’re standing still.

Or worse.

Going backwards.

This is an especially important characteristic for owners who came up through the trades. 

Because ‘how to run a business’ isn’t something you’re ever taught in your classes, apprenticeship, or working on the job. 

So when you make that leap to running your own business you need to learn how to do it properly…

Or you might not have a business for long!

This even applies to business owners who’ve been at it a long time. 

Because when you keep learning you realize you’re never doing everything as well as you could.

That’s why today Tony and Phil are going to show you why learning is so important for your business, and how you can use it to your advantage… 

Let’s get into it!


WHAT YOU’LL GAIN FROM IMPLEMENTING TODAY’S PODCAST:

  • Stay competitive with other businesses.
  • Identify new opportunities.
  • Adapt to change.
  • Make better decisions.
  • A sense of personal growth because you get the satisfaction of knowing you’ve learnt something.
  • This increases your personal confidence.
  • Business improves and grows.



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The Profitable Tradie Podcast
For Trades & Contracting Business Owners Who Want More Profit, More Freedom, and Less Stress
If you run a plumbing, electrical, HVAC, or any other trades business and you’re tired of long hours, cash flow headaches, and pricing battles, this podcast is for you.



Join Tony Fraser-Jones and Phil Smith from Profitable Tradie as they break down straight-shooting strategies to help you make more money, work fewer hours, and get your business running smoothly—without the usual headaches.



We tackle the real challenges every trades business owner faces:
✔ How do I find and keep good techs when everyone is hiring?
✔ What do I do when customers don’t pay their invoices?
✔ How do I charge what I’m worth without getting undercut?
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