If you’re a tradesmen running your own business, there is a lot of equipment you need to operate a safe and effective business every day and get your job done without risk to yourself or to others.
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Being listed on a trade directory is one of the best ways to get publicity for your business.
As a tradie, you may not have the time or a huge advertising and business development budget to generate regular leads so this is also where online trade directories can help.
Coupled with the advantages of the internet, and consumers relying more and more on these platforms to source local businesses, online trade directories are now in the best position to help you achieve the exposure you need.
Read on to find out the top trade directories in the country and their differences.
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Tradies and contractors would all agree that working on site can be hazardous at times – there’s always a lot going on and sometimes things do go wrong. Of course you need to insure yourself and your employees but if anyone else comes to harm as a result of the day-to-day running of your business, public liability insurance protects you, your business and your personal assets.
No one likes to think about the worse case scenario but public liability insurance gives you peace of mind, and for some tradies it’s a mandatory requirement. If you’re not sure, we’ve put together our top five reasons why you should get public liability insurance before stepping on site:
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Google and Australian Chamber of Commerce and Industry previously joined forces to bring more small businesses online. Why? Kate Carnell, CEO of ACCI, says:
“The internet provides small businesses with the unprecedented ability to reach more customers and achieve greater efficiency in ways that until recently were only available to their larger competitors.” Read more
There are many different types of insurance options out there for tradies. The skill lays in sifting through what is going to be relevant to your business and what is not. It’s also important to know what is going to be mandatory for you as a tradie as what is optional. Here are the mandatory insurances you might need.
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The “word of mouth” source of business appears elusive to many but remains highly valued across all practices and industries. As referrals are one of the best sources of clients and business, it is best for tradies to understand how best to establish such program. Here are key factors in building referrals for your business.
Social media is a tipping point for most businesses especially in this growing digital age that we are all operating in. Whether you are a small local plumber or large scale builder, social media can play a big role in how you build your credibility with customers in order to increase conversions levels. Perhaps out of the many professionals out there, this is extra crucial for tradies. Here are some insights on the use of social media for your trade business to better strengthen your brand as a trusted business choice.
Finances are usually one of the biggest issues that keep us awake at night, and for tradies the reality is that budgeting can be difficult when there are so many expenses to juggle. Insurance is a necessity as it covers you financially if anything goes wrong but the premiums are an additional expense you need to consider. The worst thing you can do is forget about insurance completely as this could cost you thousands when it comes to a claim but there are steps you can take to keep your insurance premiums low.
Standing out from your competitors can be tricky especially as most promotional platforms now are easily accessible. Nonetheless, this does not mean you cannot differentiate your local business from the rest. In a highly competitive business industry, knowing how to build your presence is crucial. Whether you are a mortgage broker, insurance broker, accountant, financial planner or even a local tradie, there are a number of ways to help your local business succeed.
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Many tradies in businesses struggle with breaking through that glass ceiling and achieving huge success because the owners are stuck working in the business rather than on it. It’s important to stop. Don’t lose contact with your current business plan, your projects, or your staff.
Here we will talk about our four main tips on how you can ensure your business is growing rather than staying stagnant.
