Planning for 2026: Trade Business Growth & Balance

In this episode, Hattie and Steph are joined by inspiring UK tradeswomen to discuss their 2026 business and personal goals in the construction industry. Hear from Courtney Sanderson, Director of CS Country Contracting, as she shares how she’s balancing domestic customers with a long-term commercial contract. We also chat with Ria Kirby, a painter, decorator, and plumber, who is planning to hire staff in 2026 to grow her business, reduce time on site, and stop turning away work. Whether you’re already working in the trades, running a construction business, or thinking about a career change into construction, this episode offers honest, real-world insight into what it really takes to build a sustainable career in the industry.New Episodes bi-weekly every Friday at 2 PM.Want to be on the show or have something for Hattie and Steph to talk about? Email: [email protected] to Fix Radio on DAB, on your smart speaker, or at https://www.fixradio.co.uk/