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September 24, 2024
Welcome to the Built for the Trades Podcast! Today we explore the real reasons your team might not be buying into your goals, and how you can shift your communication and leadership approach to inspire action. From taking ownership to collaborating effectively, learn three key strategies to gain buy-in and lead your team toward success.
September 17, 2024
Welcome to the Built for the Trades Podcast! Today let’s dive into the overwhelming feeling of trying to do it all yourself and the importance of learning how to delegate. Have you ever felt so bogged down by tasks that work becomes frustrating or unmotivating? Or have you delegated something, only to be burned in the process? You’re not aloneāmany leaders struggle with the balance of control and trust. Today, we explore the power of delegation to elevate your business, unlock more time, and achieve greater success. By following four simple steps, you can empower your team and scale your business effectively.
September 10, 2024
Welcome back to the Built for the Trades Podcast! In this episode, weāre diving into maximizing your time to improve your leadership potential. Hosted by Dan Dowdy, founder of Built for the Trades, this episode focuses on how time management and intentionality are key to both personal and business success. With lessons from both scripture and Danās personal journey, learn how to optimize your time, delegate effectively, and build a business that thrives while allowing you to focus on what matters most.
September 02, 2024
Welcome to the Built for the Trades Podcast! In this episode of the Built for the Trades Podcast, host Dan Dowdy discusses the importance of leadership development, focusing on how investing in future leaders within your organization can lead to long-term success. Dan shares practical tips on identifying potential leaders, overcoming the fear of investing in others, and the value of creating a leadership legacyāeven when those leaders move on to other opportunities. The episode emphasizes the importance of treating leadership development as an investment that will yield a bountiful harvest for your business.
August 27, 2024
Welcome to the Built for the Trades Podcast! Today we’re tackling a crucial topic: how to overcome burnout in your business. Leadership is influence, and the better you are, the better your company and the people around you will be. If you’ve lost the passion you once had for your work, this episode is for youāIām sharing five practical strategies to help you beat burnout and reignite your leadership spark.
August 20, 2024
Welcome to the Built for the Trades Podcast! Lets explore how embracing failure can pave the way to success. Drawing from over five years of coaching various trades companies, they emphasize that overcoming fear of failure and taking calculated risks are essential for growth. By sharing practical steps to move through failure, they aim to help entrepreneurs develop resilience and achieve their business goals.
August 13, 2024
Welcome to the Built for the Trades Podcast! In this episode, we dive into strategies for driving sales within your team, particularly in the trades industry. While systems and processes are essential, we must remember that consistent sales growth is key, and this often comes from fostering competition, fun, and team interaction. We’ll explore three key areas to focus on: shifting the mindset from selling to serving, committing to regular and positive training sessions, and incorporating healthy competition to drive the results you want. Whether youāre managing home service technicians or any sales team, this episode is packed with actionable insights to help you lead more effectively.
August 06, 2024
Welcome to the Built for the Trades Podcast! In this episode we’re diving into three powerful steps to cultivate success in the team members you lead. At Built for the Trades, we believe that leadership isn’t just a positionāit’s who you are. Whether you own a business, manage a business, or simply want to grow as a leader, you’re in the right place. Today, we’ll cover three key areas: anticipate it, articulate it, and reinforce it. I’ll share lessons learned from my own career, like how I limited a technician’s growth by not believing in his potential. Remember, your team will only rise to the level of your expectations. So let’s dive in and learn how to set ambitious goals, communicate confidence, and consistently support our team’s success.
July 23, 2024
Welcome to the Built for the Trades Podcast! In this episode weāre diving into a common leadership dilemma: choosing between two positive options when setting goals for your team. Iāll share five steps to help you make decisive decisions and set the right path for your organizationās next quarter. Letās get started on navigating these choices and focusing on achieving progress over perfection!
July 16, 2024
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June 18, 2024
Welcome to the Built for the Trades Podcast! Today weāre diving into the essential steps for building a successful plumbing business. Many startups excel in their trade and work hard, earning clients and revenue, only to wonder where all the money went. Iāll share not just what you already know, but what you wish you had known when you started. By understanding costs, investing in marketing, and managing finances effectively, you can set your plumbing business up for long-term success.
June 11, 2024
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May 14, 2024
Welcome back to Built for the Trades. I’m Dan Dowdy, and today we’re exploring a common question among plumbing business owners: how to determine an appropriate salary. Before we dive in, I’d like to introduce our sponsor, Project 2 Payment, an invoicing software for trades businesses. Use code BuiltForTheTrades for 3 months free. It’s crucial for plumbing business owners to balance paying themselves fairly while maintaining their company’s financial health.
May 07, 2024
A fundamental aspect of effective leadership lies in establishing clear job expectations through a comprehensive position agreement, a document that eliminates ambiguity and fosters accountability. At Built for the Trades, we offer a sample position agreement to facilitate this crucial step. Furthermore, implementing a structured approach like the 3 strike rule for dismissals ensures fairness and transparency in managing team performance.
April 30, 2024
Dan Dowdy from Built for the Trades outlines a six-step approach to hiring the right talent for a plumbing business.Attracting the Right Candidates, Screening Applications, Phone Interview, In-Person Interview, Reference Check, Offer Letter
April 23, 2024
In this episode of the Built for the Trades channel, the focus is on continuously improving leadership skills. The distinction between leading and managing is highlighted, with leadership emphasized as being about influence rather than just accountability. Viewers are encouraged to understand that leadership goes beyond formal management roles and involves how one carries themselves and influences others. As John Maxwell succinctly puts it, “leadership is influence, nothing more, nothing less.” Don’t forget to engage with the channel by liking, subscribing, and sharing this valuable content with others who could benefit from it.
April 16, 2024
In this episode of Built for the Trades, host Dan Dowdy introduces three simple steps to ignite motivation and inspire excellence within your team. He begins by highlighting a common pitfall among business owners and managers: relying solely on monetary incentives to motivate their team members, which often leads to frustration when it proves insufficient. Recognizing that everyone is unique, Dowdy emphasizes the importance of understanding what drives each individual on the team. He then outlines practical steps to achieve this, including actively listening and observing team members, personalizing rewards and recognition, and providing opportunities for growth. By implementing these strategies, listeners can create a work environment where motivation thrives and excellence becomes the norm. Tune in to discover how to unlock your team’s full potential on Built for the Trades.
April 09, 2024
In this podcast episode, the Built of the Trades channel focuses on empowering leaders in the trades industry by delving into the crucial topic of developing emotional intelligence as a plumbing business leader. The host, with over 20 years of experience in the plumbing industry, introduces their coaching program aimed at helping business owners maximize their leadership potential. Emotional intelligence (EI), defined as the ability to recognize, understand, and manage emotions effectively, is highlighted as essential for fostering better relationships, communication, and team dynamics. Through a story illustrating the consequences of lacking emotional intelligence, the podcast underscores the importance of developing this skill for both personal and professional growth.
April 02, 2024
In this episode of Built for the Trades, host Dan Dowdy emphasizes the critical role of leading by example in plumbing business leadership. He highlights that leadership extends beyond giving orders, requiring leaders to embody desired values and work ethic. Through a cautionary tale, a successful plumber recounts how his complacency led to slacking off, arriving late, and neglecting his team, resulting in high turnover and his own regression to grunt work. Reflecting on his mistakes, he wishes he had understood the importance of leading by example earlier.
March 19, 2024
In todayās discussion, we will delve into the significance of providing constructive feedback within a team environment. By engaging in these crucial conversations, not only can team members grow and develop, but the overall success and growth of the company are also positively impacted. Without constructive feedback, individuals may stagnate, hindering their progress and potential for advancement.
March 05, 2024
TheĀ episodeĀ provides guidance on effectively delegating tasks in a plumbing business to facilitate growth and scalability. Dan Dowdy, with years of experience in the plumbing industry, emphasizes the importance of delegation for business owners who find themselves overwhelmed with day-to-day tasks. The process involves identifying tasks that can be delegated, establishing the value of one’s time, and empowering team members to take on responsibilities.
February 20, 2024
The challenge of not understanding your leadership style primarily manifests in being overly one-sided in your approach. This can result in two potential outcomes: either your team disregards you, leading to a lack of respect, or you attract individuals who are solely motivated by monetary gain, merely going through the motions and relying on you for every decision. Consequently, this may lead to high turnover rates or difficulties in recruiting new members to your organization. These insights shared might strike a chord with you. This episode will assist you in addressing these aspects. Once you’ve identified them, you’ll be better equipped to achieve a more balanced leadership approach, and you’ll witness your team wholeheartedly embracing you as their leader.
February 06, 2024
Discipline versus motivation: Discipline entails completing necessary tasks to achieve significant goals even on days or at times when you lack motivation. Motivation, on the other hand, involves pursuing actions aligned with your life’s overarching goals when you do feel motivated. While motivation initiates your efforts, discipline sustains your progress even during challenging times. In today’s episode, Dan Dowdy dives into a topic that will aid you in achieving significant goals, whether they’re personal or business-related. This video will equip you with strategies to accomplish these goals, focusing specifically on discipline. He’ll be sharing five tips to enhance your discipline and drive your progress forward.
January 23, 2024
In the third segment of the episode “Lead by Example,” Dan Dowdy and Nathan Glass delve into Leading Through Adversity, covering: Elaborating on each concept, Positive Attitude, Focusing on what you can control and Communication and Transparency
January 23, 2024
In the third segment of the episode “Lead by Example,” Dan Dowdy and Nathan Glass delve into Leading Through Adversity, covering: Elaborating on each concept, Positive Attitude, Focusing on what you can control and Communication and Transparency
January 9, 2024
In the second segment of the episode “Lead by Example,” Dan Dowdy and Nathan Glass delve into Intellectual Intelligence, covering:. Saying No and Boundaries: 2. Problem Solving and Decision Making:Ā 3. Innovation and Creativity: 4. Strategic Thinking: and 5. Continuous Learning:
January 2, 2024
In this episode, Dan Dowdy and Nathan Glass discuss effective leadership through leading by example. They emphasize the following key principles:1.Ā Self-Awareness:2.Ā Empathy and Active Listening:Ā 3.Ā Conflict Resolution and Relationship Building:Ā 4.Ā Emotional Regulation: 5.Ā Effective Communication:
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