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
Empowering employees to make decisions and drive growth for true profitability | ft. Tina White | Ep.396
In this special episode, join Tina White from Panoramic Academy as we explore the pivotal role of employee empowerment in driving business growth and achieving true profitability. Discover actionable strategies to harness the potential of your team, foster effective decision-making, and propel your business forward. Tina White sheds light on the transformative power of trusting your team and setting the stage for sustainable growth. Dive into the conversation to learn how empowering your employees can lead to remarkable results and a thriving business.
#EmployeeEmpowerment #BusinessGrowth #ProfitabilityImprovement
Watch the video version of this podcast at https://youtu.be/sCkSGdCYdTw
Discussion Points:
00:00 Episode Highlight
04:17 Who is Tina White
08:38 Profit first helps business owners stay focused.
13:34 Delegate with trust, train making decisions.
16:04 Prefer procedures with guiding principles; allow flexibility.
17:51 Advantages of creating systems and processes.
23:46 An organisational chart helps understand structure and plan.
26:14 Discussing employee growth and promotion within the company.
29:41 Initial weirdness leads to increased productivity and freedom.
34:27 Notebook for recording questions, teaching systematically, mentor.
35:35 Give a second chance, mentoring, grace, delegate wisely.
38:42 Express gratitude, encourage feedback, provide contact information.
Resources:
- Take control of their finances, even if you're not a numbers person. - https://www.panoramicacademy.com/grow
- Visit Panoramic Academy website at https://www.panoramicacademy.com
- Get social with Tina at @tinapwhite
- Connect with Tina at tina@panoramicacademy.com
- Read our blog on this podcast here: https://www.thesiteshed.com/employee-decision-making-growth-to-profitability-tina-white
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