Category: Tips & Tricks

How to get a firm grip on your finances

Fergus April 9, 2025 No Comments

What’s the net-profit delusion and why should trades businesses only work on a gross–profit basis? Navigating through uncertain times requires a clear strategy and a unified approach across your entire business. Whether it’s engaging…

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How to know it’s time to invest in job management software 

Fergus April 9, 2025 No Comments

Is there ever a bad time to get job management software? Probably not. But working out which software can best serve your business is important. Find out how to make…

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5 Ultimate Leadership Tips for Trades Business Owners

Fergus April 8, 2025 No Comments

Owning a business takes you through the highest highs and the lowest lows. You’re taking huge personal risk on a daily basis and on top of that you’re responsible for…

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Tips on Customer Communication & Boosting Cashflow

Fergus April 8, 2025 No Comments

During this pandemic, service businesses are needing cash flow more than ever and communication is the easiest place for you to slip up. It seems like an obvious and easy…

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7 Ways to Improve Your Gross Profit Margin in 90 Days

Fergus April 7, 2025 No Comments

Improving your gross profit margin isn’t just about boosting numbers—it’s about securing the future of your business in the competitive world of trade and construction. Here’s a closer look at…

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Navigating Supply Chain Challenges in the Trades Industry

Fergus April 7, 2025 No Comments

Unfortunately, as we’ve seen in recent years, the trades industry is no stranger to supply chain disruptions. Whether you’re an electrician who needs the latest fixtures or a plumber requiring specific piping for a…

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Top 5 Reasons Trades Businesses Fail (And How to Prevent Them!)

Fergus April 7, 2025 No Comments

Running a trades business can be a rollercoaster ride. Like any form of entrepreneurship, there are ups and downs, wins and losses, joys and stresses. But the one thing that…

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How to keep your business afloat during the cost-of-living crisis

Fergus April 7, 2025 No Comments

This year’s crazy inflation is really giving tradies a hard time. Everything’s going up – from the suppliers’ prices to the gas at the pump. Plus, there are fewer folks…

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9 Money Management Tips for Tradespeople

Fergus April 7, 2025 No Comments

Disclaimer: The information in this article is for general guidance only and does not constitute tax or financial advice. It is based on the tax and financial regulations in the United…

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5 Ways Tradespeople Can Organise Their Business

Fergus April 7, 2025 No Comments

Running a business as a tradesperson, whether you’re an electrician, plumber, or any other skilled professional, can be challenging. Between managing clients, scheduling jobs, and keeping track of finances, it’s…

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