The Biggest Mistake Self-Employed Tradespeople Make | Giovanni Barreca from GRFT Academy

Send us Fan MailNobody teaches you how to run a trade business… until now.This week on Off The Job, Pete and Keiran are joined by Gio, who shares the business lessons every self-employed tradesperson should know. From pricing jobs and understanding your numbers to finding more work, building repeat business and creating systems that actually help your business grow, this episode is packed with practical advice for anyone in the construction industry. In this episode we cover:How to start and grow a successful trade businessThe biggest mistakes self-employed tradespeople makeWhy most tradespeople struggle with business, not the trade itselfPricing jobs properly and knowing your numbersWinning more work without relying on cheap leadsGoogle Business Profile, reviews and getting found onlineBuilding repeat customers and long-term relationshipsBusiness structure, organisation and customer serviceMarketing your trade business the right wayPractical advice for plumbers, electricians, gas engineers, builders, carpenters, decorators and every self-employed tradesperson Whether you're just starting out, thinking about going self-employed or already running your own trade business, this episode is full of practical tips, real experiences and honest conversations that could help you avoid costly mistakes and build a stronger business. 👇 Let us know in the comments:What's the biggest business lesson you've learned since going self-employed?📣 Sponsored by Flexigas – the flexible gas pipe specialists: https://flexigas.com/💥 Powered by Ridgeline – seamless copper tubes built for the trade: https://ridgelinetubes.com/🎁 EXCLUSIVE PODCAST OFFERGet 30% OFF your Yearly Subscription to Gas Certificate App!Use code: POD30 at checkout📲 Download the Gas Certificate App nowhttps://onelink.to/hbv69u⚠️ Warning: Contains adult humour and strong language. Tradesmen banter ahead.🔗 Follow us on Socials📱 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@offthejobpodcastuk📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/offthejobpodcastuk