Tradie Talk

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  10 Reasons to use a Diary for your Trade Business

  Butler Diaries @ Apr 17, 2023

  In today's digital age, it's easy to assume that using software is always the best option for managing a business. However, for trade businesses, there are still many benefits to using a physical diary over digital software. Here are some reasons why trade businesses may benefit from using a diary...
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  The Tradesman's Guide to Toolbox Chats and Pre-Start Meetings

  Butler Diaries @ Sep 13, 2022

  Toolbox chats, also called safety chats or pre-starts, ensures that everyone on the job site knows about potential hazards, regulatory issues, and best practices for completing the job safely and efficiently. Toolbox chats and pre-start meetings are essential for keeping your Trade business safe. We break them down here.
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  What type of business structure is right for you as a tradesman? Sole trader, Company, Partnership, or Trust?

  Butler Diaries @ Sep 13, 2022

  If you’re starting up a new business or are looking at re-structuring, you may be trying to understand the differences and benefits between a Sole Trader, Company, Partnership, and Trust. But what do these terms mean? Can one over another save you money? What can and can’t they do? In this guide we explain each option in detail, so that you can decide which form of business structure best suits your needs and requirements.
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  Tools of the Trade: Why Apprentices Should Bring Their Own

  Butler Diaries @ Sep 13, 2022

  Most tradesmen expect their apprentices to provide some of their own tools and equipment necessary to perform their work and learn the trade. There are many benefits to the practice of asking Apprentices to supply their own tools. We break down what you and your Apprentice are responsible for and the benefits.
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  The Do's and Don'ts of Dealing with Time Wasting Customers

  Butler Diaries @ Sep 13, 2022

  Unfortunately, some customers can turn out to be more trouble than they’re worth. These individuals will waste your time by constantly changing their mind, asking you to do things they could easily do themselves, acting like they are the qualified tradesman, or simply not knowing what they want at all. Dealing with these types of customers can eat up your day, preventing you from getting important work done or spending time with your family! We unpack the warning signs of time wasting customers and the dos and don'ts of dealing with them.
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  7 Traits of the Ideal Tradesperson with Handy Tips

  Butler Diaries @ Aug 27, 2022

  In any industry, being the best at what you do comes down to both talent and hard work. But whether you’re an electrician, builder or plumber, there are certain traits that go above and beyond the basics in terms of impressing your clients and providing value to them above and beyond what they paid for. If you want to be considered among the best in your industry, then keep these seven traits of the ideal tradesperson in mind at all times.