The Site Shed | Systems, Strategy and Growth for Tradies and Contractors
Matt Jones - Helping Tradies Build Smarter, Scalable Businesses
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, operations, apprenticeships, technology, hiring, leadership, finance, and more, all tailored to the trades an...
Episodes (984)
Stop Wasting Good Leads With a Poor Sales Process | ft. Ben Wright | Ep. 495
The Site Shed | Systems, Strategy and Growth for Tradies and Contractors
Fuel Prices Are Rising. Here’s What Hits Your Business Next | ft. Drew O'Farell...
The Site Shed | Systems, Strategy and Growth for Tradies and Contractors
Your Onboarding Is Broken. Do This Instead | ft. Vicky Erwin | Ep. 493
The Site Shed | Systems, Strategy and Growth for Tradies and Contractors
Inside The Mind of Australia’s Largest Home Service CEO | ft. Zak Saboune | Ep....
The Site Shed | Systems, Strategy and Growth for Tradies and Contractors
Plumbing Memberships Are Complete BS, Do This Instead | ft. Scott Irwin | Ep. 49...
The Site Shed | Systems, Strategy and Growth for Tradies and Contractors
Forget Cost Per Acquisition. It’s All About Lifetime Value | ft. Scott Irwin | E...
The Site Shed | Systems, Strategy and Growth for Tradies and Contractors
This Is What Separates $1M Builders From $10M Builders | ft. Greg Wilkes | Ep. 4...
The Site Shed | Systems, Strategy and Growth for Tradies and Contractors
Your Marketing Spend Is Worthless Without This Number | ft. Kurt Hegetschweiler...
The Site Shed | Systems, Strategy and Growth for Tradies and Contractors
How This Solar Business 10x'd Revenue with a 98% Success Rate | ft. Jed Bolton |...
The Site Shed | Systems, Strategy and Growth for Tradies and Contractors
Sick of the Grind? How to Get the Fire Back in Your Trade Business | ft. Jeremia...
The Site Shed | Systems, Strategy and Growth for Tradies and Contractors
Should Tradies Franchise Their Business to Scale Faster? | ft. Jon Ostenson | Ep...
The Site Shed | Systems, Strategy and Growth for Tradies and Contractors
Self-Managed Super Fund: Is the Extra Work Worth It? | ft. Greg Cassar | Ep. 484
The Site Shed | Systems, Strategy and Growth for Tradies and Contractors
Want Better Staff Retention? Consider This Equity Model | ft. Chris Buttenham |...
The Site Shed | Systems, Strategy and Growth for Tradies and Contractors
These Tax Red Flags Are Costing Tradies Money| ft. Claudio Gambin | Ep. 482
The Site Shed | Systems, Strategy and Growth for Tradies and Contractors
Direct Mail Is Making a Comeback With Tradies in 2026 | ft. Wilson Zehr | Ep. 48...
The Site Shed | Systems, Strategy and Growth for Tradies and Contractors
Hiring in a Labour Shortage: What Works Now in 2026 | ft. Tom Reardon | Ep. 480
The Site Shed | Systems, Strategy and Growth for Tradies and Contractors
2025 in Review: What Trade Businesses Learned the Hard Way | Ep. 479
The Site Shed | Systems, Strategy and Growth for Tradies and Contractors
HR for Tradies: What Fair Work Really Cares About | ft. Karen Hillen | Ep. 478
The Site Shed | Systems, Strategy and Growth for Tradies and Contractors
Are Your Quotes Scaring Off Good Clients? | ft. Drew Norton | Ep. 477
The Site Shed | Systems, Strategy and Growth for Tradies and Contractors
Stop Online Scams Before They Hit Your Business | feat. Ronnie Manning | Ep. 476
The Site Shed | Systems, Strategy and Growth for Tradies and Contractors
Escape the 100-Hour Work Weeks! | ft. Liz Chism | Ep. 475
The Site Shed | Systems, Strategy and Growth for Tradies and Contractors
This SIMPLE Offer Makes Your Clients Say “YES” Every Time | ft. Bryan Clayton |...
The Site Shed | Systems, Strategy and Growth for Tradies and Contractors
How Trades Businesses Can Master Recurring Revenue Through Service Agreements |...
The Site Shed | Systems, Strategy and Growth for Tradies and Contractors
Why Systems Matter in Service Business Sales and Conversions | ft. Sean Samson |...
The Site Shed | Systems, Strategy and Growth for Tradies and Contractors
Moving Beyond One-Off Jobs: Scaling Service Businesses with Multi-Year Agreement...
The Site Shed | Systems, Strategy and Growth for Tradies and Contractors
Profit vs. Revenue: Mastering Financial Clarity for Trades and Construction | ft...
The Site Shed | Systems, Strategy and Growth for Tradies and Contractors
Built to Profit: Budgeting & Revenue Mindset for the Trades | ft. Jason Noel | E...
The Site Shed | Systems, Strategy and Growth for Tradies and Contractors
From $900K to $4M in Two Years: How this welding company was transformed | ft. M...
The Site Shed | Systems, Strategy and Growth for Tradies and Contractors
Why Tradies Should Stop Selling on Price and Start Using Irresistible Offers | f...
The Site Shed | Systems, Strategy and Growth for Tradies and Contractors
5 Effective Ways To Create Content That Actually Converts | ft. Logan Turley | E...
The Site Shed | Systems, Strategy and Growth for Tradies and Contractors
How To Get Rid of Brain Fog for Busy Tradies & Contractors | ft. Michael O'Sulli...
The Site Shed | Systems, Strategy and Growth for Tradies and Contractors
You Might Have ADHD, And It Might Be Your Superpower | ft. Skye Waterson | Ep. 4...
The Site Shed | Systems, Strategy and Growth for Tradies and Contractors
Don't Make These Naming Mistakes When Starting Your Business | Matt Jones | Ep....
The Site Shed | Systems, Strategy and Growth for Tradies and Contractors
Team Retention Hacks: How To Hire (And Keep) Great Team Members in 2025 | ft. Ch...
The Site Shed | Systems, Strategy and Growth for Tradies and Contractors
Exiting Your Trade Business For High Multiples (Enterprise Value) | ft. Jeff Arm...
The Site Shed | Systems, Strategy and Growth for Tradies and Contractors
500 staff and 440 trucks on the road. Not Your Average Plumbing Company | ft. Jo...
The Site Shed | Systems, Strategy and Growth for Tradies and Contractors
The Perfect Exit: Knowing When To Sell | ft. Cameron Bishop | Ep. 459
The Site Shed | Systems, Strategy and Growth for Tradies and Contractors
5 Critical Mistakes That Can Ruin The Sale Of Your Business | ft. Cameron Bishop...
The Site Shed | Systems, Strategy and Growth for Tradies and Contractors
The Single Most Important Daily Ritual For Business Success | ft. Mick Hawes | E...
The Site Shed | Systems, Strategy and Growth for Tradies and Contractors
The Simple Framework Behind a Roofing Company’s 200K Month | Matt Jones | Ep. 45...
The Site Shed | Systems, Strategy and Growth for Tradies and Contractors
From Stuck to Scaling: The Simple Framework Behind a Roofing Company’s 200K Mont...
The Site Shed | Systems, Strategy and Growth for Tradies and Contractors
Your Branding MIght Be The Problem... Not Your Marketing | ft. Crystal Williams...
The Site Shed | Systems, Strategy and Growth for Tradies and Contractors
AI For Tradies in 2025: How To Streamline Quotes & Save Up On Costs | ft. Roland...
The Site Shed | Systems, Strategy and Growth for Tradies and Contractors
Streamlining Workplace Safety: WHS Compliance Tradies and Contractors | ft. Glen...
The Site Shed | Systems, Strategy and Growth for Tradies and Contractors
Why Your Marketing Feels “Icky” (And How to Fix It!) | Rai Cornell
The Site Shed | Systems, Strategy and Growth for Tradies and Contractors
Why You Should Never Rely on Ads for Sustainable Growth | ft. Rai Cornell
The Site Shed | Systems, Strategy and Growth for Tradies and Contractors
The Psychology Behind Creating Content that Sells | ft. Rai Cornell | Ep. 450
The Site Shed | Systems, Strategy and Growth for Tradies and Contractors
From Dog Walks to Deal Talks: How Trust (and Pets) Helped Grow the Team | Ep. 44...
The Site Shed | Systems, Strategy and Growth for Tradies and Contractors
Are You Still Losing Jobs with Outdated Pricing? How Instant Quotes Are Crushing...
The Site Shed | Systems, Strategy and Growth for Tradies and Contractors
The Shocking Truth About Why Nearly Half of Your Leads Never Convert, And How to...
The Site Shed | Systems, Strategy and Growth for Tradies and Contractors