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The Site Shed is a podcast designed to assist and educate trade based business owners around the globe with business related topics and current affairs.

The podcast is targeted to tradespeople and contractors like plumbers, builders, electricians, tilers, roofers, locksmiths, landscape gardeners & horticulturalists, printers, chefs, hairdressers, however it is a small business podcast so it also suits anyone that is in business.

Facilitated by former plumber Matt Jones, this podcast addresses topics related to the trades, such as; apprenticeships, technology, business tools, web, digital, cloud, content creation, SEO, marketing, as well as regular guest appearances from co-host specialists, successful case studies, good and bad experiences and lot's of do's and don't that have been learned through the school of hard knocks.

Matt's unique approach to communicating relevant topics is both refreshing and enjoyable. His experience as a plumber of 12 years, combined with his knowledge of the digital and business space as the owner of Tradie Web Guys, a company that helps tradespeople and contractors grow their online presence, you're sure to transform your earbuds, into a university.

The Site Shed Matt Jones - Trade based business enthusiast

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The Site Shed is a podcast designed to assist and educate trade based business owners around the globe with business related topics and current affairs.

The podcast is targeted to tradespeople and contractors like plumbers, builders, electricians, tilers, roofers, locksmiths, landscape gardeners & horticulturalists, printers, chefs, hairdressers, however it is a small business podcast so it also suits anyone that is in business.

Facilitated by former plumber Matt Jones, this podcast addresses topics related to the trades, such as; apprenticeships, technology, business tools, web, digital, cloud, content creation, SEO, marketing, as well as regular guest appearances from co-host specialists, successful case studies, good and bad experiences and lot's of do's and don't that have been learned through the school of hard knocks.

Matt's unique approach to communicating relevant topics is both refreshing and enjoyable. His experience as a plumber of 12 years, combined with his knowledge of the digital and business space as the owner of Tradie Web Guys, a company that helps tradespeople and contractors grow their online presence, you're sure to transform your earbuds, into a university.

    Mastering the Skills of Contract Negotiation: Tips and Tricks for Trade Business Owners

    Mastering the Skills of Contract Negotiation: Tips and Tricks for Trade Business Owners

    Get ready to level up your contract negotiation game in the trade business industry! The Site Shed podcast brings you a special episode featuring Cian Brennan, the CEO of Quantum Contract Solutions.

    This expert conversation is jam-packed with tips and tricks to maximise your business profits and avoid potential losses. From understanding the fundamentals of contracts to leveraging your negotiation skills, this episode provides valuable insights and actionable advice. Don't let this golden opportunity slip away!

    Tune in now to The Site Shed podcast and gain the skills to succeed in contract negotiation in the trade business industry.

     

    Discussion Points: 

    00:15 Tradie Web Guys

    02:07 Intro

    02:58 Welcome Cian Brennan

    04:10 Who is Cian Brennan

    10:42 Reducing Risk and Avoid Delay Responsibility

    13:23 Negotiate Hard, Gain Respect and Start Contractual

    18:03 Liquidated Damage and Consequential Damage

    24:00 Termination Clauses

    29:23 Secure Materials, Ensure Payment.

    33:08 "Squeaky bum time"

    35:30 Avoid Damages by Preparing Evidence.

    41:15 Building Commercial Principles 

    46:10 Negotiating Contract Terms.

    47:00 Construction Secrets

    48:27 How Can You Negotiate Confidently.

    51:40 "The Returns are in the Terms"

     

    Resources:


    Learn more about the CRM that DOES IT ALL for your trade business! Just click on this link: https://tradiehub.net


    Get your FREE Opportunity Assessment right NOW! https://www.tradiewebguys.com.au/grow/
    Join a global community of 6000+ trade professionals https://www.facebook.com/groups/TheSiteShed
    Quantum Contract Solutions - www.quantumcontractsolutions.com
    Got Q’s? Contact Cian at cian@quantumcontractsolutions.com
    Listen to his podcast at Construction Secrets

     

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    • 54 min
    The Marketing Launchpad for Trade Businesses: How Solid Foundations Equip You For Success

    The Marketing Launchpad for Trade Businesses: How Solid Foundations Equip You For Success

    In this episode of The Site Shed titled "The Marketing Launchpad: How Solid Foundations Equip You For Success," we discuss the importance of marketing for trade businesses. We delve into the significance of having a strong foundation, website optimisation, lead generation, and a system that can help you to make informed decisions for your business growth.

     

    Discussion Points: 

     

    00:00 Tradie Web Guys

    01:52 Intro

    02:30 Welcome back to The Site Shed

    02:53 The importance of having foundations in your business.

    04:52 What happens to your traffic once they get to your website?

    07:40 Where do your leads go?

    10:14 Why you need to have your foundations established.

    12:38 Your website is the tool that can give people information.

    14:50 The importance of having a tech stack in place.

    16:42 Why do you need to have a foundation in place so that your business owner can make an educated decision.



    Resources:

     


    Learn more about the CRM that DOES IT ALL for your trade business! Just click on this link: https://tradiehub.net


    Get your FREE Opportunity Assessment right NOW! https://www.tradiewebguys.com.au/grow/
    Join a global community of 6000+ trade professionals https://www.facebook.com/groups/TheSiteShed

     

    Connect with me on LinkedIn. For more podcast episodes, you may also visit my website. You can listen from your mobile device right now. 🎧 🎧  Click here 🎧 🎧

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    • 17 min
    Bevan Method: The Secret to Life Balance for Trade Business Owners | ft. Rob Kropp | Ep.367

    Bevan Method: The Secret to Life Balance for Trade Business Owners | ft. Rob Kropp | Ep.367

    In the latest episode of The Site Shed podcast, Matt Jones and guest Rob Kropp of Pravar Group dive into building good habits with the Bevan Method and its four key principles for building a successful family life and a successful business.

     

    As an experienced business coach, Rob shares his insights on how the Bevan Method can help achieve this balance and build a business that works for you and your family. 

     

    Tune in to discover the secrets to maintaining a healthy work-life balance and achieving your goals, both in business and in life.



    Discussion Points: 

     

    00:00 Tradie Web Guys

    01:50 Intro

    02:42 Welcome back Rob Kropp

    05:20 What is The Bevan method?

    14:55 The power of 1% to reach success

    18:12 Why habit is powerful

    28:49 4 Key Principles of Bevan method

    33:58 The concept of lead domino

    36:15 Catch the Drift, Make the Shift

    40:30 Habits for a trade business owner

    44:43 Why saying "I’ve got no time" is BS

    50:42 Weekly and Monthly habits in The Bevan

    53:42 Challenge for listeners to get started

    56:01 How to be part of the 1%

     

    Resources:

     


    Learn more about the CRM that DOES IT ALL for your trade business! Just click on this link: https://www.tradiehub.net


    Get your FREE Opportunity Assessment right NOW! https://www.tradiewebguys.com.au/grow/
    Join a global community of 6000+ trade professionals https://www.facebook.com/groups/TheSiteShed
    Atomic Habit by James Clear - https://a.co/d/fqh6Ckr (Amazon Link)
    Pravar Group Website - https://www.pravargroup.com

     

    Connect with me on LinkedIn. For more podcast episodes, you may also visit my website. You can listen from your mobile device right now. 🎧 🎧  Click here 🎧 🎧

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    • 58 min
    5 Finance Tips For Small Business Owners | ft. Kathi Tait | Ep. 366

    5 Finance Tips For Small Business Owners | ft. Kathi Tait | Ep. 366

    If you're a small business owner, you know that finances can be tricky and oftentimes stressful. In this video, we're excited to bring you "5 Finance Tips For Small Business Owners" with guest, Kathi Tait of Tradie Books Australia. Kathi is an award-winning management accountant, finance expert and business coach with over 20 years of experience helping tradesmen and small business owners succeed.

     

    In this episode, Kathi shares with us 5 essential tips on how to reach your financial objectives and stay on top of all your trade business compliance. Whether you're just starting out or looking to take your business to the next level, you won't want to miss this valuable information. These tips will help you take control of your finances and trade business like a pro! 

    Discussion Points:

    00:00 Tradie Web Guys01:54 Intro02:40 Welcome kathi Tait08:57 Tip 1 - Access Rebate Money for Having Apprentices20:00 Tip 2 - Get a Bonus on Your BAS with Fuel Tax Credits27:00 Tip 3 - Forgotten Compliance All Subbies Need to Submit27:40 Forgotten Compliance 1 - TPAR (Taxable Payments Annual Report)31:50 Forgotten Compliance 2 - Portable long service leave34:44 PAYG Installment38:49 Tip 4 - New Government Digital ID Systems56:18 Tip 5 - Single Touch Payroll Phase 2

    Resources:

     


    Learn more about the CRM that DOES IT ALL for your trade business! Just click on this link: https://www.tradiehub.net


    Get your FREE Opportunity Assessment right NOW! https://www.tradiewebguys.com.au/grow/
    Join a global community of 6000+ trade professionals https://www.facebook.com/groups/TheSiteShed
    Tradie Books Australia - www.trytradiebooks.com.au

     

    Connect with me on LinkedIn. For more podcast episodes, you may also visit my website. You can listen from your mobile device right now. 🎧 🎧  Click here 🎧 🎧

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    • 1 hr 4 min
    Google Ads in 2023: Strategies for staying in Google’s good books | ft. John Horn | Ep. 365

    Google Ads in 2023: Strategies for staying in Google’s good books | ft. John Horn | Ep. 365

    Google Ads is always changing, and in 2023, it is always a good idea to stay on Google’s good books. Together with John Horn of StubGroup, we'll dive into the realities behind paid marketing, and some common misconceptions when running a Google Ad. We'll also talk about how you could design a strategy that moves the needle heading into the new year. John also shared with us his valuable insights about Google Ads and what to expect in 2023.

    Whether you're looking to improve your existing campaigns or just get started with paid marketing, this episode has a lot of practical advice that you can use right away. Don't miss out on this exclusive episode! Tune in now and join the conversation using #TheSiteShed on your favorite social media platform! 

    Discussion Points: 

    00:00 Intro00:44 Welcome John Horn03:30 Having the right keywords in your Google Ad campaign06:30 Advantage of incorporating page and organic strategy07:00 Thoughts on the new Google Algorithm10:10 How to remain compliant with Google's Policy11:05 Why your Google Ad account gets suspended15:30 Google's data collection and its legalities18:03 Handling call tracking and recording on Google Ad21:50 Budget realities in Google Ads24:10 Local ad service opportunities for smaller businesses26:50 Mitigating Google exposure (monopoly diversification)29:00 What changes to expect from Google in 202333:17 Understanding your budget on Google Ads35:51 Maximising the lifetime value of leads41:32 Best practices on running a Google Ad43:00 Time expectation on Google Ads

    Resources:


    Learn more about the CRM that DOES IT ALL for your trade business! Just click on this link: https://www.tradiehub.net
    Get your FREE Opportunity Assessment right NOW! https://www.tradiewebguys.com.au/grow/
    Join a global community of 6000+ trade professionals https://www.facebook.com/groups/TheSiteShed
    Stub Group Website - https://stubgroup.com/

    Connect with me on LinkedIn. For more podcast episodes, you may also visit my website. You can listen from your mobile device right now. 🎧 🎧  Click here 🎧 🎧

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    • 44 min
    Part 2: Structuring your Business to Unlock Growth, Profits and More Family Time | ft. Rob Kropp | Ep. 364

    Part 2: Structuring your Business to Unlock Growth, Profits and More Family Time | ft. Rob Kropp | Ep. 364

    In the second episode of our "How to structure your trade-business" series, we're excited to have Rob Kropp, founder of Pravar group and business coach, as our guest. He will be sharing his insights on creating a sustainable business structure that unlocks growth, profits and more family time. We'll be discussing how to map out a trade business operational structure that builds a sustainable and scalable 'Business Lifestyle' for trade-based business owners. This episode is a must-listen for anyone looking to take their business to the next level and achieve a better work-life balance. Tune in now to learn the keys to a successful and profitable business structure.

    Discussion Points: 

     

    00:00 Intro

    00:30 Welcome back Rob Kropp

    02:20 Fundamentals of Business Structure

    03:28 Mapping out your operational structure

    06:20 Why business owners tend to be the bottleneck in business growth

    09:45 The first hat to handover when restructuring

    14:00 Making the choice of getting ‘off the tools’

    18:20 Understanding the roles that you need in your business

    20:40 The sweet spots you should be aiming for in general terms of structure

    24:35 The hardest phase in building a sustainable and scalable ‘Lifestyle Business’



    Resources:

     


    Learn more about the CRM that DOES IT ALL for your trade business! Just click on this link: https://www.tradiehub.net


    Get your FREE Opportunity Assessment right NOW! https://www.tradiewebguys.com.au/grow/
    Join a global community of 6000+ trade professionals https://www.facebook.com/groups/TheSiteShed
    Pravar Group website https://pravargroup.com/

     

    Connect with me on LinkedIn. For more podcast episodes, you may also visit my website. You can listen from your mobile device right now. 🎧 🎧  Click here 🎧 🎧

    Thank you for tuning in! 

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    • 33 min

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I Highly Recommend this Podcast Show!

Matt, really nailed this episode, How to Manage your Team. He's really good at giving out relevant and value-driven contents. This podcast is very informative and enlightening. I hope it reaches more people. I will surely look out for more episodes. I highly recommend this show.

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Very informative and on point!

I enjoyed the fact that Matt sheds a light to help entrepreneurs get into business with ease. He's got interesting guests that shares valuable information too! We'll surely listen for more.

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