The Site Shed
The Site Shed is a global podcast for tradies and trade-based business owners, designed to educate and inform around the topics that matter most in running a business.
Hosted by former plumber and digital agency owner Matt Jones, the podcast covers real-world conversations on apprenticeships, marketing, systems, technology, hiring, leadership, and more — all tailored to the trades.
Each episode features practical insights, honest lessons, and expert guests from across the industry. Whether you're a plumber, builder, electrician, landscaper, or any hands-on business owner, you'll find ideas and experiences you can apply straight away.
If you're ready to work smarter, not harder, The Site Shed offers tools, ideas, and perspectives to help your business move forward.
The Site Shed
How to grow your business for a potential sale or to retain profit | ft. Tom Howard | Ep.435
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🚀 Want to grow your trade business and sell it for top dollar? Whether you're a plumber, electrician, or HVAC pro, this episode is packed with business growth strategies, trade business efficiency tips, and exit strategy insights to help you scale.
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Discussion Points:
00:00 Business Growth Strategies Discussion
06:18 "Taking Business Seriously Before Selling"
08:53 Streamlining Business Costs Strategically
12:21 Streamlining Company Forms Process
15:48 Customer Service Efficiency Challenge
16:28 Eliminating Non-Value Added Activities
23:17 Streamlined Inventory with Vendor Management
24:01 Efficient Job Costing Cycle
28:31 Business Growth and Resale Strategy
32:04 Job Shifts After Corporate Changes
33:44 "Strategic Business Exit Planning"
39:24 Incentive-Based Business Planning
40:02 Incentivise with Equity and Clarity
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- Email: thoward@servicetitan.com
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