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4 tips for finding good tradies for your business
Where to start when you need new hires If there’s one gripe I’ve heard over and over again in my 25 years in the trades industry it’s this - you just...
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Streamline your trades business with the Fergus and Groundplan Integration
At Fergus, we’re committed to simplifying job management for trades professionals, and we’re...
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Markups vs Margins: What You Need to Know
As a business owner in the electrical or plumbing trade, understanding your numbers is critical to...
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How to Grow Your Profits in 90 Days
Running an electrical or plumbing business comes with a unique set of challenges, but growing your...
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The Easiest Way to Avoid Losses on Materials
Think of your business as a bucket with holes in it. Money earned from jobs fills the bucket up,...
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Do Tradies Need a Website?
Having an online presence seems almost mandatory, especially in the competitive world of trade...
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Going digital with NSW Electrical Certificate of Compliance
When was the last time you filled out a paper or PDF certificate of compliance for electrical work...
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The Importance of Enquiry Management for Tradies and How Fergus Can Help
Operating cash flow, gross margin, debt-to-equity, sales close ratio… it’s easy to get bogged down...
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Handling Seasonal Fluctuations in the Plumbing Industry
As a plumbing business owner, you’re likely familiar with the ebb and flow of work throughout the...
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The Best Way Tradespeople can Keep Their Van Safe from Theft
As a tradesperson, you know your van is more than just a vehicle; it’s a mobile workshop and a...
