Toolbox Talk

Do you need help hiring the right people in your business? Hiring the wrong person is expensive. So you should have a proper system in place that makes hiring the right people easy. Which will help your business grow. I've explained how to do just that in this episode.

Customer conflicts are inevitable, there's no gettng around that fact. But the way you handle conflict is important if you want to keep the job and your reputation in tact.. I'll explain how to handle a conflict.

We all know margins are really important in your trades business. So in this video, I'll show you how to calculate your margins properly so you know whether you are profitable on a job or not. Here's how:

The number one problem tradies and builders get frustrated by is having skinny margins and the effects this has on their businesses. You need to make sure your margins are healthy, tradies. And here's how:

The price increase of building materials puts the industry under a little threat, however, it doesn't mean you should put your projects on hold. There's a better way to manage price increases. 

Do you find yourself frustrated because you're not making enough money? There are factors you need to be aware of - one is pricing. In this video I'll tell you how you should be pricing your jobs. Watch this.

Do you conduct a yearly or six-month performance review for your team? You need to be able to select a time of the year to make it happen - it is an integral part of performance management and there are key points you should cover. Watch this.

Do you doubt fixed price quoting, think it might make your profitability fall apart? Here, I discuss how to use and manage it to protect you along the way.

When quoting for a project, which structure would you prefer - a fixed price or cost plus? In my opinion, fixed price is better. I'll tell you why in this story.

Time to make your business plan for 2021! Have you assessed what's been working and what hasn't? I can help you improve your plan. Watch this video.