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#345 // Sunday Skool “Getting On The Front Foot For The Back End Of The Year” ft Cam + Joey

Published 1 day, 8 hours ago

Description

Today Cam + Joey take us through how to best plan for the busy / holiday season ahead.

In this episode:

Forecasting labour + materials for December
Planning + creating options for January by moving jobs back
Organising key items + dates (Christmas party, annual leave, staff coverage over break, final day of invoicing, return to work, notifying key customers (if needed), wholesaler closures, last day on site)
Checking the cash position (ie no / little money coming in, lots still coming out)
Secure + lock down / remove equipment + tools from site
Re-stock vehicles + return to warehouse if needed
Pre prep payroll and schedule transfers

Let’s get on the front for the back end of the year!

Much love x

Summary

In this episode, Cam and Joey discuss how tradespeople can effectively plan for December and January to ensure a prosperous and stress-free holiday season. They cover key dates, staffing, holiday planning, invoicing, and maintaining cash flow, providing practical tips to start the new year strong.

Keywords

trade business, holiday planning, December January, invoicing, staffing, cash flow, business tips, end of year, new year planning

Key Topics

December holiday schedule and key dates
Staffing and leave planning for the holiday season
Scheduling and forecasting work in December and January
Managing cash flow and invoicing before the holidays
Planning Christmas parties and team celebrations
On-call and emergency coverage during holidays
Preparing your tools, vehicles, and site security for the break
Communicating with clients and suppliers about holiday schedules
Maximizing work opportunities during the holiday period
Starting the new year with organized finances and work schedules

Takeaways

Plan your last working day before Christmas and your return date in advance.
Book your Christmas party early and consider partner-friendly options.
Communicate holiday schedules and on-call arrangements with your team.
Forecast work and fill December with projects to avoid last-minute stress.
Ensure all invoices are sent before Christmas to maintain cash flow.
Secure and lock down tools, equipment, and site assets during the break.
Prearrange payroll and supplier payments to avoid issues over the holidays.
Be aware of public holidays and reduced hours at suppliers.
Use the holiday period to clean and organize your workspace and vehicles.
Start January with a full schedule and organized finances.

Sound Bites

"Understanding December's schedule is crucial."
"Book your Christmas party early to secure your spot."
"Plan ahead to start January on a strong footing."

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