Transform Your Business: Lead, Grow, and Thrive

Built for the Trades business coaching empowers you to break free from the daily grind, build a thriving company culture, and unlock sustainable profits with proven strategies tailored for trades business owners.

We help business owners build self operating businesses so they can spend more time with their families.

What Our Clients Say

Is Your Trades Business…

…struggling with effective leadership of your team?

Do you find it difficult to delegate tasks, motivate employees, and create a positive and productive work environment?

… hitting a plateau?

Are you unsure how to scale your operations, expand into new markets, or increase profitability without sacrificing quality?

… failing to foster a strong company culture that aligns with your values?

Do you struggle to attract and retain top talent in a competitive labor market?

… struggling to generate consistent leads and convert them into paying customers?

Do you find it difficult to market your services effectively in a crowded marketplace?

… leaving you feeling overwhelmed and burnt out?

Do you struggle to find a healthy balance between your business and personal life?

We Are Built for the Trades

As a trades business owner, you face unique challenges daily. Built for the Trades is here to equip you with the tools, strategies, and support to overcome these obstacles and create a thriving business that aligns with your goals and values.

Profitable and Sustainable

You can implement proven systems to manage your finances, increase efficiency, and maximize your profits. By gaining control of your financials, you’ll enjoy greater stability and the confidence to invest in your business’s future.

Scalable and Growth-Oriented

With the proper guidance, you can develop a clear, strategic growth plan that expands your services, reaches new markets, and increases your market share. You’ll have the roadmap to scale your business on your terms.

Led by Strong Leaders

Your leadership sets the tone for your business. A John Maxwell Certified Leadership Coach and Trainer will help you strengthen your leadership skills, build a high-performing team, and foster a positive company culture. This empowers you to inspire your team and drive lasting success.

Grounded in Faith and Family

Your success starts with a strong foundation. By prioritizing faith, family, and business, you’ll create balance and fulfillment in every area of your life. This approach ensures that your business success supports what matters most to you.

Invest in your growth and take your business to the next level with Built for the Trades.

Ready to take your business to the next level?

Choose the Program That’s Right For You

Mastermind

Built for the Trades Mastermind Groups offers a unique opportunity for trades business owners to connect with a community of like-minded individuals, fostering growth through shared experiences and collaborative learning

One-on-One Coaching

One-to-One Leadership Coaching offers personalized guidance tailored to an individual business owner’s specific vision, drawing on the coach’s expertise as a John Maxwell Certified Leadership Coach and Trainer and experience as a 2nd Generation Master Plumber

Group Coaching

Group Coaching programs at Built for the Trades provide a supportive and structured environment for trades business owners to learn from each other and a coach, helping them to overcome challenges and implement strategies for success

About Dan Dowdy, Founder

Dan Dowdy is a 2nd generation Tradesman with 20+ years of experience leading multi-million dollar home service businesses. Dan loves helping business owners build self operating businesses, all while living the life of their dreams, through Leadership Training, Coaching and Mastermind Groups.

Family man- married 20 years with 4 kids

Texas Master Plumber M-37578

John Maxwell Certified Leadership Coach, Trainer and Speaker

Enneagram Certified through Cloverleaf

Home Service Business owner involved in multi million dollar growth

Certified in the Business Freedom Coaching System

Certified in “The Four Stages of Leadership”

Completed 100 Mile Ultra Marathon

2x Ironman

One thing people don’t know about me is that I ran the Grand Canyon from the North rim to the South rim and back in one day, all self supported

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