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
How To Get Your Partner To Listen To You….
I stopped short of titling this post, how to get your husband to listen to you because I am sure it is a problem in all business partnerships regardless of relationship status, but my motivation for this post comes from my own experience as a Builder’s wife. Working with your … Read More
The Best Business Tip I Ever Received
I was a late adopter of the tip I’m going to give you, but let me assure you, it is a game changer! It is never too late to learn and implement this tip. Whether you are looking to up your business game, grow your business or get off the … Read More
All Your Customers Are Price Shoppers
All your customers are price shoppers Yep. All of them. All they want is the cheapest price. It’s true! Except there’s a catch and it’s the same thing that’s an opportunity for you, the business owner. While everyone wants the cheapest price, it’s only one of potentially a number of … Read More
Why You Need An Accounting System
As a business owner, tracking your business’s financial performance is essential. It helps you quickly analyze your business performance in terms of cost and earnings, profit and loss, liabilities and assets for decision making, planning, and controlling processes. Small businesses often have a limited budget and resources; thus, having an … Read More
FIF Number 5. Overtraining. Do you do it? Is it even a bad thing?
Sometimes it seems like if a little bit is good… then a lot would be awesome! Whether it’s going to the gym, eating ice cream or working in your business, doing (or having) more seems like the sensible thing to do. You might be surprised to learn that this may … Read More