Built for the Trades

Built for the Trades

Hosted by: Dan Dowdy

How do you build a successful trade company? Find out how other trade company owners are finding success.

Episodes

The Power of Building Strong Relationships

Season #2

Overview Welcome to the Built for the Trades Podcast! In this episode of the Built for the Trades Podcast, we dive into the crucial role of building genuine relationships with your team members. Discover how fostering...
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The Power of Integrity in Leadership

Season #2

Overview Welcome to the Built for the Trades Podcast! In this episode, we're diving deep into a crucial aspect of leadership: integrity. Imagine a pivotal moment in a project where a shortcut could save time and money...
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How to keep up with industry standards

Season #2

Overview Welcome to the Built for the Trades Podcast! In this episode, let's talk about why staying current with plumbing standards is crucial for business leaders. It's about legal compliance, team safety, and...
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How to handle emergency plumbing situation

Season #2

Overview Welcome to the Built for the Trades Podcast! In this episode, we dive into the critical decision of offering emergency plumbing services. We emphasize that providing halfway measures can damage customer trust...
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How to train and onboard a new plumbing tech?

Season #2

Overview Welcome to the Built for the Trades Podcast! In today's episode, we delve into the critical importance of effective onboarding practices for plumbing technicians. Unlike the rushed hiring processes prevalent...
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Essential Steps To Building a Successful Plumbing Business

Season #2

Essential Steps To Building a Successful Plumbing Business Release Date: June 18, 2024   Overview Welcome to the Built for the Trades Podcast! Today we're diving into the essential steps for building a successful...
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How to navigate the offseason in your plumbing business

Season #2

Overview Welcome to the channel. Today, we're diving into a crucial topic: How to navigate the off-season for trades businesses. Whether you're in plumbing, electrical, HVAC, or any other trade, we all face seasonal...
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How to start your plumbing business on a shoestring budget?

Season #2

Overview Welcome back to the channel! Starting a plumbing business on a shoestring budget requires strategic planning, resourcefulness, and a clear focus on essential activities to get your business off the ground....
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Tips for Achieving Success in your Plumbing Business

Season #2

Overview Welcome to the channel, where we'll explore essential tips for achieving success in your plumbing business, drawn from my experience at Built for the Trades. Despite the challenges, applying these steps—like...
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How to Effectively Manage Your Day as a Plumbing Business Entrepreneur

Season #2

Overview Today on the channel, we're addressing a critical issue for plumbing entrepreneurs: effective day management. Waking up to reactive actions like checking social media or email can lead to stress and burnout....
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How to Determine Your Salary as a Plumbing Business Owner

Season #2

Overview Welcome back to Built for the Trades. I'm Dan Dowdy, and today we're exploring a common question among plumbing business owners: how to determine an appropriate salary. Before we dive in, I'd like to...
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How to Fire the Right Person in Your Plumbing Business

Season #2

Overview A fundamental aspect of effective leadership lies in establishing clear job expectations through a comprehensive position agreement, a document that eliminates ambiguity and fosters accountability. At Built...
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