Description
Adrian Fadini, Founder of TradesFormation, knows firsthand how challenging it can be to build a successful trades business. After starting as a plumber, he faced financial struggles that forced him to sell his family home. But instead of giving up, he used the experience to transform his approach — learning from experts, refining his business model, and ultimately selling his plumbing company in 2012 to become a coach.
Now, through TradesFormation, Adrian coaches other trades professionals on how to avoid common pitfalls and build profitable, resilient businesses. He shares his journey from tradesman to business coach, why data-driven decision-making is essential, and how staying the course (without repeating mistakes) leads to long-term success.
Join us as we discuss:
[2:08] Why your willingness to evolve matters more than experience
[15:02] Balancing empathy for your team with data-driven decisions
[26:49] Quality questions you should be asking during every sale
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