It’s enough to strike fear into the heart of business owners everywhere. That dreaded time of year when the accountant calls to say it’s time to prepare your financials and close off the books
Staff Training – Why You Need To Invest
If I had a dollar for every tradie who told me they don’t need to send their staff off to training, I’d be wealthy and if they listened to my advice, they’d be less poor! One of the biggest business expenses is staff, so if you hire a team member … Read More
Should You Be Marketing To Your Email List?
In this age of email, you should have an email address for each of your previous customers. Hopefully, you have them all sitting nicely inside a polished CRM (Customer Relationship Mangement tool) or if you’re like most of the tradies we know, they’ll be knocking around on a sheet of … Read More
Getting To Know Nicole
You all know my face, but do you know much about me and what qualifies me to be part of the dynamic duo?? Grab a coffee/wine/beer and let me tell you all about me! My life in construction began before I was born, really. My Dad is a plasterer, (also … Read More
5 Things You Can Do To Improve Your Cash Flow Right Now!
When talking with Tradies, the most common complaint we hear is about cash flow or the lack of. While it is common, it is really easy to spend an hour on some of the below examples and get back to work. While you’re at it though, why not put some … Read More
Find Work And Other Tradies With Social Media – Guest Post From Goodwork
Way back social media started as a way to get in touch with old mates or keep up with the latest gossip in the family. That’s not all it’s good for, though. It’s also a great way to build your network and keep up with the latest news from other … Read More
Online Tools For Trade Business
I am slowly learning to use my phone to its full capacity, it might be a Nokia from 1998, but I’m learning slowly. JOKES! My mobile phone has become one of my most used business tools, as it is so handy to use and I’ve always got it with me. … Read More
Networking Tips For Tradies
Do you hate networking as much as I do? Truly as often as I do it, I find nothing more intimidating than walking into a room full of strangers ready to network. Yet it really is one of the most powerful business tools to master. Read on for 7 Networking … Read More
21 Ways To Get More Business
On a daily basis, we are asked here at TIB HQ how to get more business for our tradies. While there is no simple rule that works for all, the key is to be consistent with your work finding. Your business should always be actively seeking work in all ways, … Read More
