The Site Shed | Systems, Strategy and Growth for Tradies and Contractors
The Site Shed is a global podcast for tradies and contractors who want clearer systems, stronger strategy, and steadier business growth. Each episode is designed to educate and inform around the topics that matter most in running and scaling a modern trade business.
Hosted by former plumber and digital agency owner Matt Jones, the podcast dives into real-world conversations on marketing, operations, apprenticeships, technology, hiring, leadership, finance, and more, all tailored to the trades and construction industry.
You’ll hear practical insights, honest lessons, and expert perspectives from across the globe.
Whether you work as a tradie, contractor, builder, electrician, landscaper, or run any service-based business, you’ll find ideas and experiences you can put into action straight away.
If you're ready to work smarter, not harder, The Site Shed gives you the tools, frameworks, and viewpoints to help your business move forward with confidence.
The Site Shed | Systems, Strategy and Growth for Tradies and Contractors
Positioning Your Trade-Business To Sell Profitably | ft. Matt Jones | Ep.409
Maximise your business profitability and employee engagement with our expert strategies! Learn how to implement effective business systems for strategic growth and prepare an exit strategy that maximises your returns. Discover the secrets to enhancing your business's efficiency and engaging your employees to drive success. Repeat these keywords throughout the description to boost search visibility.
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Discussion Points:
00:00 Challenges in lead generation and business growth.
04:36 Caution with referrals, focus on lead generations.
08:03 Successful business acquisitions require strategic preparation.
12:44 Construction industry experiencing contraction, focus on value.
15:58 Clear KPIs, performance reviews, workflows, training videos.
17:14 Focus on success habits for maximum profit.
20:57 Institute offers business readiness program for exit planning.
25:11 Discussing financial intelligence, terminology, and metric discrepancies.
28:30 Developing apprentices into operations managers, increasing profitability.
31:06 Seek knowledge and insight to succeed.
Resources:
- Cube Performance website - http://www.cubeperformance.com.au/
- Get social with Cube Performance on Instagram at @cubeperformance1
- Stay in touch with Matt Jones at matt@cubeperformance.com.au
- Power Up your Tradie Business Book. Get a FREE copy here: https://cubeperformance.activehosted.com/f/3
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