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Unknown Host hosts Built for the Trades, a business show with 134 episodes published.
Overview In this episode, Dan Dowdy explores how leadership, much like nature, moves through different seasons and why understanding those seasons is critical for long-term success. He emphasizes that growth isn't always
Overview In this episode of the Built for the Trades Podcast, Dan Dowdy unpacks how fear silently impacts trades business owners and shapes the way they lead. From cash flow concerns and economic uncertainty to staffing
Overview In this episode of the Built for the Trades Podcast, Dan Dowdy breaks down what it truly takes to build a championship team in the trades industry. From hiring strategies and leadership mindset shifts to creatin
Overview In this episode, Dan Dowdy dives into why excellence in leadership isn’t accidental but intentional, challenging trades leaders to raise their standards through core values, clear goals, and personal accountabil
Overview In this episode of the Built for the Trades Podcast, we break down a common but overlooked leadership challenge: the rookie who is afraid to ask questions. While many leaders label this as inexperience, the real
Overview In this episode of the Built for the Trades podcast, Dan Dowdy tackles one of the toughest leadership challenges in service businesses: the no-show tech. Learn how to handle employee no call no show situations w
Overview Welcome back to the Built for the Trades podcast! In this episode, we explore the everyday leadership situations trades business owners face and how small moments can quickly turn into leadership challenges. Dan
Overview Welcome back to the Built for the Trades podcast! In today’s episode, we’re tackling a challenge every leader faces: what to do when your team culture starts to slip. Culture doesn’t collapse overnight—it drifts
Overview In this episode of the Built for the Trades podcast, Dan Dowdy dives into one of the most critical foundations of leadership — trust. Without trust, even the best systems, technicians, and equipment can’t help a
Overview Hey leaders, welcome back to the Built for the Trades podcast! Today we’re tackling a topic that trips up even the best managers and owners: why employees resist change and how to guide them through it effective
Overview In this episode, Dan breaks down a challenge every manager and trades leader faces: when to coach and when to discipline your team members. Making the wrong call can hurt morale, slow productivity, and make your
Overview In this episode of the Built for the Trades podcast, we dive into how competition can either energize or divide your team. Healthy competition can boost performance, spark creativity, and strengthen teamwork—but
Overview This episode of the Built for the Trades podcast dives into a topic every leader has wrestled with: resetting expectations without unnecessary conflict. We explore the painful truth that sometimes the problem is
Overview Welcome back to the Built for the Trades podcast, where we help leaders in the service industry grow their business, their teams, and themselves! Today, host Dan Dowdy tackles the universal leadership dilemma: h
Overview In this episode of the Built for the Trades Podcast, Dan Dowdy dives into one of the most overlooked truths in the trades — your team is your greatest investment, not your trucks, tools, or logo. If you want to
Overview In this episode, Dan Dowdy breaks down what “Culture That Cashes In” really means and how your leadership directly shapes your company’s profitability. Discover how culture can either cost you thousands or creat
Overview In this episode of Built for the Trades, we’re diving into one of the most powerful growth strategies for every trades business owner—creating recurring revenue. Too many businesses still rely on one-time jobs,
Overview In this episode of Built for the Trades, we're diving into one of the most important topics for every trades business owner—how to price your services for profitability. Too many businesses undercharge not becau
Overview In this episode of Built for the Trades, we’re diving into one of the most overlooked distinctions in business: the difference between vendors and partners. On the surface, they might look the same—both provide
Overview In this episode of Built for the Trades, we break down exactly how to create a business your customers can’t stop talking about. Forget gimmicks and discounts—this is about delivering unforgettable experiences t
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Built for the Trades is hosted by Unknown Host. The show is categorised under Business (management) and has published 134 episodes.
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