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The Site Shed | Systems, Strategy and Growth for Tradies and Contractors

Matt Jones - Helping Tradies Build Smarter, Scalable Businesses
Financial Management
Trade Business
Private Equity
Leadership
$20,000 Instant Asset Write-Off
Artificial Intelligence
Stanford University
Business Growth Strategies
Australia
Marketing
Trade Businesses
Customer Retention
Trade Business Growth
Business Sales
Client Loyalty Program
Two-Factor Authentication
Incentive Pay Plans
Succession Planning
Business Management
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The Site Shed is a global podcast for tradies and contractors who want clearer systems, stronger strategy, and steadier business growth. Each episode is designed to educate and inform around the topics that matter most in running and scaling a modern trade business.

Hosted by former plumber and digital agency owner Matt Jones, the podcast dives into real-world conversations on marketing, operatio... more

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Latest Episodes

🎯 Free Tools for Growing Trade Businesses: tradie.wiki/pod

🫱🏻‍🫲🏼 Book a Free Strategy Call with Tradie Web Guys: tradie.wiki/tssyt

HR isn’t why you started your trade business. 

But getting it wrong can cost you serious time, mo... more

Are your quotes accidentally pushing good clients away?

In this 477th episode of The Site Shed, Matt sits down with sales and leadership expert Drew Norton to break down the real reasons tradies lose work and how a few simple mindset and process shi... more

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👉 FREE tools, templates & resources for tradies: tradie.wiki/pod

In this 476th episode of The Site Shed, Matt Jones sits down with cybersecurity expert Ronnie Manning, Chief Brand Advocate at Yubico, to dive deep into best practices for pro... more

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🎯 Free Tools for Growing Trade Businesses: tradie.wiki/pod

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Recent Guests

Drew Norton
Former sales leader who generated millions in revenue and mentored over 100 reps.
The Everyday Leader
Episode: Are Your Quotes Scaring Off Good Clients? | ft. Drew Norton | Ep. 477
Ronnie Manning
Chief Brand Advocate at Yubico with over 20 years of experience in PR and marketing.
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Episode: Stop Online Scams Before They Hit Your Business | feat. Ronnie Manning | Ep. 476
Liz Chism
A lifelong builder and entrepreneur who turned a 100-hour grind into a thriving systemized business.
Episode: Escape the 100-Hour Work Weeks! | ft. Liz Chism | Ep. 475
Bryan Clayton
Co-founder and CEO of GreenPal, which connects homeowners with local lawn care professionals.
GreenPal
Episode: This SIMPLE Offer Makes Your Clients Say “YES” Every Time | ft. Bryan Clayton | Ep. 474
Sean Samson
Renowned thought leader, entrepreneur and sales expert in the electrical, mechanical and service and maintenance industries.
Sean Samson Training
Episode: Moving Beyond One-Off Jobs: Scaling Service Businesses with Multi-Year Agreements | ft. Sean Samson | Ep. 471
Ben Hansen
Specialist in improving profitability for trade businesses and founder of Profit Doctor.
Profit Doctor
Episode: Profit vs. Revenue: Mastering Financial Clarity for Trades and Construction | ft. Ben Hansen | Ep. 470
John Dwyer
Founder of the Institute of WOW and expert in incentive-based marketing
Institute of WOW
Episode: Why Tradies Should Stop Selling on Price and Start Using Irresistible Offers | ft. John Dwyer | Ep. 647
Logan Turley
Co-founder and CEO of Trades, a builder at heart on a mission to shape the future of skilled trades.
Trades
Episode: 5 Effective Ways To Create Content That Actually Converts | ft. Logan Turley | Ep. 466
Michael O'Sullivan
Fitness coach, entrepreneur, and family man
Body Beyond Limits Gym, Michael O'Sullivan Fitness
Episode: How To Get Rid of Brain Fog for Busy Tradies & Contractors | ft. Michael O'Sullivan | Ep. 465

Host

Matt Jones
Host of The Site Shed, a former plumber and digital agency owner who shares practical business insights for trade professionals.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 98 ratings
  • I Highly Recommend this Podcast Show!

    Matt, really nailed this episode, How to Manage your Team. He's really good at giving out relevant and value-driven contents. This podcast is very informative and enlightening. I hope it reaches more people. I will surely look out for more episodes. I highly recommend this show.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    YourMarketingPartner
    Philippines3 years ago
  • Awesome business building advice

    I love the knowledge that Matt himself shares with the audience as well as his great guests teaching business owners like me to be more profitable, have less stress, more family time etc while growing our companies.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ramajala
    Australia3 years ago
  • Amazing informative podcast

    These podcasts are essential in helping me build my trades business, I’ve learned so much since I’ve been listening and try to implement as much as I can. A massive thanks to Matt at the site shed for producing this every week! Keep up the good work!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    MartinLoc84
    Australia5 years ago
  • Inspiring and relevant content

    Matt brings amazing guests to The Site Shed, each episode contains a huge amount of value and inspiration for anyone wanting to grow their trade business.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    W Cardiff
    Australia5 years ago
  • Best Interviewer in contracting podcasting

    Matt is so great at asking questions that are on the mind of his listeners who are in the trades. He’s so good he knows to ask the questions of his guests on things that readies didn’t even know they should be learning about. All of his podcasts are a wonderful mix of humor and knowledge.

    My advice is subscribe and become a smarter contacting no matter what type of trades you do

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Al 7 Powers
    United States5 years ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

The podcast is praised for its focus on the unique challenges faced by trade business owners.
Many commend the quality of the guests and the depth of discussion in each episode.
Listeners appreciate the practical and actionable advice provided in each episode.
The host is recognized for his engaging interviewing style and ability to convey complex concepts in an understandable manner.
Overall, it is seen as a vital resource for anyone in the trades looking to improve their business acumen.

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Stop Online Scams Before They Hit Your Business | feat. Ronnie Manning | Ep. 476
Q: Can you explain the benefit of using a password manager?
Password managers generate and store complex passwords securely, alleviating the need to remember them and reinforcing security across multiple platforms.
Stop Online Scams Before They Hit Your Business | feat. Ronnie Manning | Ep. 476
Q: What are some of the more common scenarios that you see where there are cyber security-related breaches?
Security threats remain consistent across organizations, targeting financials and brand reputation. AI increases the scale and complexity of phishing attempts, affecting both large and small enterprises.
What exactly is the $20k instant-asset write-off? | ft. David Rosenthal | Ep.424
Q: What assets are available for this write-off?
It applies to a wide range of assets including machinery, tools, vehicles, provided they are under $20,000.
What exactly is the $20k instant-asset write-off? | ft. David Rosenthal | Ep.424
Q: Is this relevant to the business or the individual?
This is relevant to businesses; it must be businesses, sole traders, or companies, not individuals.
What exactly is the $20k instant-asset write-off? | ft. David Rosenthal | Ep.424
Q: What are some of the common misconceptions around this initiative?
Most common misconceptions are that people think it's the first $20,000 of an asset, and they don't understand that write-off means you don't get that money back.

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Frequently Asked Questions About The Site Shed

What is The Site Shed about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Focused on the needs of tradies and trade-based business owners, this podcast provides an engaging platform for discussions centered around critical aspects of running a successful trade business. Topics span apprenticeships, marketing strategies, operational systems, hiring practices, and leadership skills, among others, all delivered through real-world examples and expert insights. Each episode addresses tangible challenges faced by professionals in the field, ensuring listeners receive applicable knowledge that can be implemented immediately in their businesses. Unique to this series is its blend of practical advice with inspirational stories from industry leaders, making it a valuable resource for those seeking to enhance their operatio... more

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1. The Mentor with Mark Bouris
2. The Tradie Show
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Recent guests on The Site Shed include:

1. Drew Norton
2. Ronnie Manning
3. Liz Chism
4. Bryan Clayton
5. Sean Samson
6. Ben Hansen
7. John Dwyer
8. Logan Turley

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