Don’t Get Left Out In The Cold
Don’t Get Left Out In The Cold is a show for tradespeople, by tradespeople. This is the podcast that gives tradesmen and tradeswomen a voice, where the real talk of life as a tradesperson can be heard and it’s a place for like-minded experts of their craft to hear about how to really scale their trade-based business. Let’s be honest, most people don’t understand the challenges of being in a trade - one minute you’re on the tools and the next you are required to become a business person. It is a tough journey and this podcast is designed to help you understand that transition, from the perspective of people who are out there doing this every day.
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Monday Mar 24, 2025
Monday Mar 24, 2025
In this insightful discussion, we explore the implementation and impact of a four-day workweek in a plumbing business. The speaker shares personal experiences, employee feedback, and the business benefits of this innovative approach. From improved mental health and job satisfaction to a stronger recruitment strategy, this episode highlights why more companies are considering a shorter workweek.
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Monday Mar 17, 2025
Monday Mar 17, 2025
In this insightful podcast episode, the hosts discuss the latest changes and challenges in the heating and cooling industry since July. With boiler sales declining and interest in heat pumps growing, they analyse the impact of economic pressures, shifting government policies, and evolving heating technologies. They also question whether the government's ambitious heat pump targets are truly achievable and highlight the importance of training engineers for the future.
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Monday Mar 10, 2025
Monday Mar 10, 2025
In this insightful discussion, industry professionals explore the evolving landscape of heat pumps and renewable heating technologies, addressing market challenges, installer competence, and consumer education. They reflect on the failures of past initiatives like the Renewable Heat Incentive (RHI) and examine why many businesses remain hesitant to embrace heat pumps over traditional gas boilers.
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Monday Mar 03, 2025
Monday Mar 03, 2025
In this thought-provoking discussion, two industry professionals explore the challenges and opportunities in the gas installation and maintenance sector. From the need for technological advancements in industry regulations (Gas Safe, MCS) to market fluctuations post-COVID, they discuss strategies for business adaptability, upskilling engineers, and diversifying services.
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Monday Feb 24, 2025
Monday Feb 24, 2025
In this insightful discussion, we break down the challenges and strategies behind growing a service-based business in the plumbing and engineering sectors. From customer acquisition and hiring skilled engineers to marketing pitfalls and innovative workforce solutions, this conversation is packed with valuable insights for business owners.
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Monday Feb 17, 2025
Monday Feb 17, 2025
In this episode, Mick & Lincoln dive into the major shifts in the heating industry since July. They discuss the decline in boiler installations, the growing interest in heat pumps, and the realities of transitioning to renewable heating technologies. With government policy changes impacting grants and electrification targets, the hosts question whether the industry is truly ready for these ambitious changes. They also explore staffing challenges, training needs, and how businesses can stay competitive in an evolving market.
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Saturday Jan 04, 2025
Saturday Jan 04, 2025
In this video, we discuss the process of selling a business, from showcasing its strengths to going to market and finding potential buyers. The review and selection process can take 9-10 months, and even when it moves quickly, things can still fall through at the last minute. Preparing to sell a business can take years, and we explore the emotional aspect—are you invested in the business or simply seeing it as an asset to sell? 💼🔍
#BusinessSale #Entrepreneurship #SellingABusiness"
Tuesday Dec 31, 2024
Tuesday Dec 31, 2024
In this video, we discuss how to scale your business using debt finance and whether it’s the right option for our company. Richard breaks down debt finance and the importance of matching finance products to your specific needs. We also cover why it’s not wise to use a mortgage to buy a new car—this is why we have car finance and asset finance for things like office equipment. When you invest this way, you're relying on new staff to generate revenue that covers these costs. 💡💰
#BusinessGrowth #DebtFinance #FinancialStrategy
Saturday Dec 28, 2024
Saturday Dec 28, 2024
In this video, we discuss the importance of having someone review your agreements and clauses to protect your business. Richard shares insights on 'poison pill' clauses—like one that ended a £30 million loan agreement, allowing the lender to take over the company if payments weren’t made by the due date. We also touch on default rates from quality lenders and the impact of buy now, pay later schemes. 💼💡
#Plumbing BusinessTips #FinancialSecurity #LoanAgreements
Tuesday Dec 24, 2024
Tuesday Dec 24, 2024
In this video, we dive into profit margins and share how our company is currently achieving a 10% profit. We discuss the benefits of being emotionally detached as a financial director and how it helps make better business decisions. Plus, we talk about our commitment deposit for boiler installations and how we ensure most of our customers have their new boiler fitted within 24-48 hours. 🚀💰
#ProfitMargins #FinancialTips #BusinessGrowth