Send us a text

In this episode of Off The Job: A Trades Podcast, hosts Keiran Yates and Pete Withers sit down with James Hatfield, Chief Revenue Officer at LiveSwitch, to explore his incredible journey from painting houses and power washing to leading a billion-dollar tech company.

James shares how his background in the trades shaped his approach to business and how he’s now using LiveSwitch to revolutionize the industry — making it easier for tradespeople to win jobs faster, cut costs, and improve work-life balance.

💡 In this episode, you’ll discover:
✔️ How James scaled his painting business into a recurring revenue model
✔️ The role of virtual video estimates in cutting down wasted travel time
✔️ Why recurring revenue is the key to growing a trades business
✔️ How LiveSwitch is helping tradespeople close deals faster and boost profits
✔️ The importance of mental health in the trades and how tech can help
✔️ Why the “McDonaldization” of trades is changing the industry forever

Whether you’re a plumber, electrician, painter, or builder, this episode is packed with actionable tips on using technology to future-proof your business.

30% off Yearly Subscriptions to Gas Certificate App when you use code :POD30

Click Here to Download Gas Certificate App


Warning: Contains adult humour and language.

Follow Us:
Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@offthejobpodcastuk
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/offthejobpodcastuk

Send us a text

In this episode of Off The Job: A Trades Podcast, hosts Keiran Yates and Pete Withers sit down with Lincoln Smith, Managing Director of Custom Heat, to discuss his journey from apprentice to business leader. Lincoln shares how he transformed his family business from 7 to nearly 200 employees, the challenges of scaling a trades business, and why branding, pricing, and automation are crucial for success.

🔥 Topics Covered:

✔️ How to grow a plumbing and heating business sustainably

✔️ The importance of branding and premium pricing

✔️ The truth about hiring & managing engineers

✔️ Why AI and automation are the future of the trades

✔️ The impact of a four-day workweek in the trades industry

Whether you're a self-employed tradesperson or looking to scale your business, this episode is packed with actionable advice to help you succeed.

🎧 Listen now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and YouTube! Don't forget to subscribe and leave a review!

#TradesPodcast #PlumbingBusiness #GasEngineer #HeatingEngineer #TradeGrowth #CustomHeat #AIinTrades #BusinessGrowth #FourDayWorkweek

30% off Yearly Subscriptions to Gas Certificate App when you use code :POD30

Click Here to Download Gas Certificate App


Warning: Contains adult humour and language.

Follow Us:
Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@offthejobpodcastuk
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/offthejobpodcastuk

Send us a text

What a day! Keiran and Pete take to the streets with, what seems to be, all the tradespeople in the UK that have had enough with tool theft!

Join us as we rally with tradespeople of all trades to protest about tool theft. A history-making protest and van march (and someone brought a tank), all set up by Shoaib Awan, who owns Trades United. See the milestone of tradespeople banding together to finally say Enough Is Enough on tool theft.

Keiran and Pete join up with a huge cast of familiar faces that you see in the trades industry to get their views on the march. With an exclusive chat with Shoaib himself, to discuss how he feels about the march, how we can make an even more impact, and what's next for Shoaib as the battle against tool theft rages on! Pete even has the lucky chance of interviewing an MP to get their view on the protest!

30% off Yearly Subscriptions to Gas Certificate App when you use code :POD30

Click Here to Download Gas Certificate App


Warning: Contains adult humour and language.

Follow Us:
Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@offthejobpodcastuk
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/offthejobpodcastuk

Send us a text

Keiran and Pete take a look over the pond to see LA on fire and the whole Elon salute situation. They give a quick recap on the start of the new year and Season 5! And they dive into what certain trades earning rates are. 

30% off Yearly Subscriptions to Gas Certificate App when you use code :POD30

Click Here to Download Gas Certificate App


Warning: Contains adult humour and language.

Follow Us:
Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@offthejobpodcastuk
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/offthejobpodcastuk

Send us a text

Jennifer Gardner (Jen The Decorator) tells Off The Job about an awkward encounter with a customer who insisted that he must be naked whilst Jen was on the job. But this wasn't the first time he has done this...

Other than dealing with strange customers, Jen discusses how she got into her line of work and what her school life was like. Alongside life being a single mum whilst working a taxing job. Proving that it is not impossible! 

As well as this, Jen opens up about her traumatic car accident that severely affected her when she was younger that has left its scars even to today.

30% off Yearly Subscriptions to Gas Certificate App when you use code :POD30

Click Here to Download Gas Certificate App


Warning: Contains adult humour and language.

Follow Us:
Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@offthejobpodcastuk
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/offthejobpodcastuk

Send us a text

Lee Wilcox, founder of 'On The Tools', joins Keiran and Pete to share the incredible journey of turning viral Facebook videos into the biggest online community for tradespeople. This episode dives into the mental health crisis affecting the industry, the challenges of building a business from scratch, and how Lee’s team is raising millions to support tradespeople through initiatives like Project 7,000. If you’re a tradesperson or just love a great success story, this one’s for you!

30% off Yearly Subscriptions to Gas Certificate App when you use code :POD30

Click Here to Download Gas Certificate App


Warning: Contains adult humour and language.

Follow Us:
Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@offthejobpodcastuk
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/offthejobpodcastuk

Send us a text

Keiran and Pete kick off the New Year and Season 5 of Off The Job: A Tradesman Podcast with their first guest; Marketing Manager Nicola Walsh from CT1! Accompanied by a brand new set, the lads talk about Nicola's life working as a Marketing Manager for CT1, a hint of Australian in her Irish accent, and some of the best and newest products on the CT1 line!

Nicola is a CT1 legend that every tradesperson should know about. She's got some amazing new CT1 products for you to have a sneak peek at which could make your working life a whole lot easier! But there's more to Nicola than just CT1. Listen or watch to find out about how Nicola got to where she is now!

30% off Yearly Subscriptions to Gas Certificate App when you use code :POD30

Click Here to Download Gas Certificate App


Warning: Contains adult humour and language.

Follow Us:
Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@offthejobpodcastuk
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/offthejobpodcastuk

Send us a text

The Final Overtime Episode of 2024! 🎄

In this festive and chaotic finale of Off The Job: Overtime, Keiran and Pete wrap up 2024 with laughs, reflections, and some unbelievable stories. From paying a jaw-dropping £18.80 for cheesy chips at Rochester Market to Robbie accidentally continuing the Trade Apps Christmas party to a Cougar and Cubs event, this episode is packed with unforgettable moments!

✨ What’s Inside This Episode?

• Tool Theft Awareness: Pete recaps the massive success of the Toolstation Tool Marking event in Bow, organised by @TheGasExpert and supported by the Met Police. Over 7,000 tools were marked to help combat tool theft.

• Podcast Reflections: Keiran and Pete look back on the past four seasons, sharing highlights like BigFoysey’s banter, Becca Weston’s inspiring journey, and insights from HMRC’s Ben Livings.

• Christmas Madness: The team exchanges hilarious gifts, shares festive fails, and recounts the chaos from their trip to Rochester’s Christmas Market. Spoiler: Pete’s wallet took a hit!

• Team Appreciation: Shoutouts to the team for making the podcast what it is, and to our amazing listeners for sticking with us.

Don’t Forget to Subscribe!✅ Like this video✅ Leave a comment with your favorite moment from 2024✅ Share with your mates to spread the festive cheer

#OffTheJobPodcast #TradesmanTalk #ToolTheftAwareness #CheesyChipsDrama #ChristmasBanter #PodcastFinale #UKTradesmen

30% off Yearly Subscriptions to Gas Certificate App when you use code :POD30

Click Here to Download Gas Certificate App


Warning: Contains adult humour and language.

Follow Us:
Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@offthejobpodcastuk
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/offthejobpodcastuk

Send us a text

Taxes don’t have to be scary! In this episode, we sit down with Ben Livings from HMRC to discuss everything tradespeople need to know about managing their finances. From self-assessment tips and payment plans to VAT and allowable expenses, Ben shares practical advice to help you stay on top of your taxes.

Whether you’re new to self-employment or looking to improve your tax game, this episode is packed with insights to make tax season less stressful.

30% off Yearly Subscriptions to Gas Certificate App when you use code :POD30

Click Here to Download Gas Certificate App


Warning: Contains adult humour and language.

Follow Us:
Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@offthejobpodcastuk
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/offthejobpodcastuk

Send us a text

Keiran and Pete welcome Shareen Sinclair, the Plumber’s Angel in Episode 7 of Season 4 on Off The Job: A Tradesman Podcast. With a unique journey from banking and property investment to supporting trades businesses, Shareen shares actionable tips on:

Pricing your work confidently 
Balancing business with family life 
Using social media to build a sustainable customer base 

Shareen’s expertise in small business consultancy and her passion for empowering tradespeople make this episode a must-listen for anyone in the trade. Whether you’re looking to systemise your business, improve work-life balance, or tackle mental health challenges, Shareen has you covered.

30% off Yearly Subscriptions to Gas Certificate App when you use code :POD30

Click Here to Download Gas Certificate App


Warning: Contains adult humour and language.

Follow Us:
Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@offthejobpodcastuk
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/offthejobpodcastuk