Blog
Welcome to the Trade Secrets. This blog is all about real-world lessons, smart strategies, and proven hacks used by successful tradespeople who’ve been in the trenches. If you're just starting your own trades business—or thinking about it—this podcast is another tool for your toolbox. Only this one doesn’t go in the truck...it goes in your head.
May 14, 2026
How Giving Back Grows Your Community AND Your Business
Learn how giving back to your community can help grow your trades business, build trust, strengthen relationships, and create long-term opportunities.
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Apr 28, 2026
Winning Clients as a Woman in the Trades
Learn how women in the trades can attract the right clients, build strong networks, and confidently price their services to grow a successful business.
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Apr 15, 2026
Delegation Without Hesitation
Struggling to delegate in your trades business? Learn practical strategies to overcome control, save time, and build a team that helps you scale and avoid burnout.
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Mar 24, 2026
Insurance Mistakes to Avoid
Insurance is rarely the reason someone starts a trades business. Most contractors launch because they know their craft, want independence, and see opportunity in the market.
But insurance is often what determines whether that business survives a serious setback.
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Mar 4, 2026
An AI Skill Every Trades Owner Should Learn…Now
Discover the one AI skill trades business owners should learn now. Practical prompting strategies to improve efficiency, bidding, scheduling, and operations.
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Mar 3, 2026
How Trades Leaders Can Support the Next Generation of Tradespeople
Explore how trades leaders can support the next generation of skilled workers. Insights on mentorship, workforce growth, and why investing early strengthens the trades.
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