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The Biggest Mistake Self-Employed Tradespeople Make | Giovanni Barreca from GRFT Academy
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Nobody teaches you how to run a trade business… until now.
This week on Off The Job, Pete and Keiran are joined by Gio, who shares the business lessons every self-employed tradesperson should know. From pricing jobs and understanding your numbers to finding more work, building repeat business and creating systems that actually help your business grow, this episode is packed with practical advice for anyone in the construction industry.
In this episode we cover:
How to start and grow a successful trade business
The biggest mistakes self-employed tradespeople make
Why most tradespeople struggle with business, not the trade itself
Pricing jobs properly and knowing your numbers
Winning more work without relying on cheap leads
Google Business Profile, reviews and getting found online
Building repeat customers and long-term relationships
Business structure, organisation and customer service
Marketing your trade business the right way
Practical advice for plumbers, electricians, gas engineers, builders, carpenters, decorators and every self-employed tradesperson
Whether you're just starting out, thinking about going self-employed or already running your own trade business, this episode is full of practical tips, real experiences and honest conversations that could help you avoid costly mistakes and build a stronger business.
👇 Let us know in the comments:
What's the biggest business lesson you've learned since going self-employed?
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⚠️ Warning: Contains adult humour and strong language. Tradesmen banter ahead.
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