Podcast
Taylor Talks Trades
Hosted by Taylor Talks · EN
Join Jamie Taylor, Chairman of Taylor Roofs, as he talks to friends and businesspeople from across various trades about their journey, what they’re up to now, and what the future will bring.
Listen to valuable insights and advice from experienced tradespeople, as well as some good chat and stories from people with a lot to tell!
Listen to valuable insights and advice from experienced tradespeople, as well as some good chat and stories from people with a lot to tell!
17episodes
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The Real Challenges of Taking On Apprentices in 2026
2w ago00:20:53Tap to summarizeIn this episode, Jamie shares his thoughts on apprenticeships, training, and the challenges facing the next generation of tradespeople.He talks openly about the difficulties that both employers and apprentices face, and how many of these challenges come from factors outside of their control. From rising costs and business pressures to changes in the industry, Jamie explains why it is becoming harder for companies to take on and train young people. The conversation also explores the importance of proper training and why passing skills on to the next generation is more important than ever. Jamie discusses what he believes is missing from the current system and the type of training environment he would love to create to help develop future roofers.This is an honest discussion about the future of the trades, the value of apprenticeships, and what needs to change if skilled roofing knowledge is going to continue being passed down.If you are an apprentice, a business owner, or someone interested in the future of the trades, this episode is packed with valuable insight.Real challenges. Real solutions. Real conversations.Subscribe for more honest discussions about roofing, business, apprenticeships, and the trades industry.Subscribe to the podcast on Spotify and Apple Podcasts:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/taylortalkstradesLinkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/taylor-talks-tradesTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@taylortalkstradesSpotify 👉 https://spoti.fi/3ZMHf5LApple Podcasts 👉 https://apple.co/3Lri8RM
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From Painters to Property Deals: How Two Decorators Scaled Beyond the Trade
4w ago01:03:58Tap to summarizeIn this episode, we sit down with the team behind D4 Decor to talk about their journey from painters and decorators to building opportunities far beyond the trade.They share how they started out on the tools, the challenges they faced in the early days, and how they gradually scaled the business into something much bigger than they originally imagined.The conversation dives into commercial work, property deals, business growth, and the mindset shift that helped them move from simply working in the business to building long term opportunities around it.They also open up about taking risks, learning through mistakes, and why relationships and reputation played a massive part in helping them grow.This is a real insight into what can happen when tradespeople think bigger, stay consistent, and keep pushing forward.If you are in the trades, running a business, or looking to grow beyond the day to day work, there is a lot to take from this episode. Real journeys. Real lessons. Real business. Subscribe for more honest conversations with trades and business owners.Subscribe to the podcast on Spotify and Apple Podcasts: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/taylortalkstradesLinkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/taylor-talks-trades TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@taylortalkstradesSpotify 👉 https://spoti.fi/3ZMHf5LApple Podcasts 👉 https://apple.co/3Lri8RM
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Work/Life Balance of A 7 Figure Trades Business Owner
May 2200:26:07Tap to summarizeIn this Q and A episode, we answer two big questions that come up all the time when running a business.What is your work life balance really like, and what is the end goal.This is an honest conversation about the reality behind building and running a 7 figure business. We get into what work life balance actually looks like day to day, the sacrifices that come with it, and how priorities change as the business grows.We also talk about the bigger picture. What the long term vision is, what we are working towards, and what success really means beyond just the numbers.This is not a polished answer. It is the real side of business, the pressure, the trade offs, and the thinking behind it all.If you are building something of your own or thinking about starting, this episode will give you a clear insight into what it actually takes.Real answers. Real mindset. Real direction.Subscribe for more honest conversations with trades and business owners.Subscribe to the podcast on Spotify and Apple Podcasts: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/taylortalkstradesLinkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/taylor-talks-tradesTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@taylortalkstradesSpotify 👉 https://spoti.fi/3ZMHf5LApple Podcasts 👉 https://apple.co/3Lri8RM
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Inside a 7 Figure Heating and Electrical business
May 801:19:26Tap to summarizeIn this episode, we are joined by David Etheridge from Gas Man Energy.David shares his journey into the trades and how that led him to start his own business. From the early days to building a successful company, he breaks down the key decisions and lessons that shaped his path.We get into the systems and standards he has put in place within Gas Man Energy, including what he calls the Gas Man Energy Bible. This is the core system that everyone in the business follows, helping create consistency, structure, and high standards across the board.David explains how focusing on systems has played a major role in growing the business into a 7 figure company. He also talks about where the business is heading next and his long term vision for the future.This is a valuable conversation for anyone in the trades or running a business who wants to understand the importance of structure, leadership, and building something that can grow. Real insight. Real systems. Real growth.Subscribe for more honest conversations with trades and business owners.Subscribe to the podcast on Spotify and Apple Podcasts:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/taylortalkstradesLinkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/taylor-talks-tradesTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@taylortalkstradesSpotify 👉 https://spoti.fi/3ZMHf5LApple Podcasts 👉 https://apple.co/3Lri8RM
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How To Deal With DOUBT in Your Trades Business
Apr 2400:23:24Tap to summarizeIn this Q and A episode, Jamie opens up about one of the hardest parts of running a business, dealing with doubt and questioning whether what you are doing is the right path.He talks honestly about the mental battles that come with uncertainty, how doubt can affect decision making, and why every business owner faces moments where they question themselves. Jamie also shares how putting strong systems and processes in place changed everything for his business. From creating structure to improving consistency, he explains how building the right foundations helped the business grow and become more sustainable.This is a real conversation about mindset, leadership, and the practical steps that help turn uncertainty into progress. If you are a business owner, in the trades, or building something of your own, this episode is packed with valuable insight.Real struggles. Real lessons. Real growth.Subscribe for more honest conversations with trades and business owners.Subscribe to the podcast on Spotify and Apple Podcasts:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/taylortalkstradesLinkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/taylor-talks-tradesTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@taylortalkstradesSpotify 👉 https://spoti.fi/3ZMHf5LApple Podcasts 👉 https://apple.co/3Lri8RM
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23 Year Old with 6 figure Landscaping Business | Ben Morrison
Apr 1001:26:43Tap to summarizeIn this episode, we sit down with Ben Morrison from Morrison Tree and Landscaping to talk about his journey into the trade and how he has built his business at just 23.Ben opens up about how he got started, the reality of learning on the job, and what it is really like trying to grow a business at a young age. He also shares how documenting his journey on YouTube has helped him stay accountable, build a following, and show the ups and downs of the trade.This is an honest conversation about the challenges, the pressure, and the lessons that come with being a young business owner.From making mistakes to finding his way, Ben gives a real insight into what it takes to keep pushing forward. If you are in the trades, thinking about starting out, or already running a business, there is a lot to take from this one.Real story. Real struggles. Real growth.Subscribe for more honest conversations with trades and business owners.Subscribe to the podcast on Spotify and Apple Podcasts:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/taylortalkstradesLinkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/taylor-talks-tradesTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@taylortalkstradesSpotify 👉 https://spoti.fi/3ZMHf5LApple Podcasts 👉 https://apple.co/3Lri8RM
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My BUSINESS was -£25000 every week until I made these changes
Mar 2700:25:30Tap to summarizeMy BUSINESS was -£25000 every week until I made these changesIn this episode, Jamie answers real questions from trades business owners and shares honest advice from his own experience.At one point, his business was stuck at -£25000 every single week. The pressure, the stress, and the uncertainty pushed everything to the limit.But through a series of key changes, he was able to turn things around and rebuild the business into something stronger and more sustainable.This Q and A is packed with practical insights for anyone in the trades who is trying to grow, struggling with cash flow, or feeling stuck in their business. Jamie breaks down what went wrong, what he changed, and the lessons that came from going through one of the toughest periods in his journey.From pricing and systems to mindset and decision making, this episode is about real experiences and real solutions.If you are in the trades and looking for guidance, this is the kind of conversation that can shift how you think about your business.Like, comment, and subscribe for more real conversations and advice from the world of trades and business.Subscribe to the podcast on Spotify and Apple Podcasts: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/taylortalkstradesLinkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/taylor-talks-tradesTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@taylortalkstradesSpotify 👉 https://spoti.fi/3ZMHf5LApple Podcasts 👉 https://apple.co/3Lri8RM
Transcribe →The Struggles of Growing a 7 Figure Plumbing & Heating business | Shaun Dunn Ep 107
Mar 1301:11:56Tap to summarizeIn this episode Jamie sits down with Shaun Dunn from SD Plumbing and Heating to talk about the real journey of starting and growing a trade business.Shaun opens up about the early days of starting his company and the sacrifices that came with it including how pursuing his business dream strained the relationship with his dad. Like many business owners in the trades the road was not smooth.There were tough moments hard lessons and times where the pressure of running a business felt overwhelming. But Shaun did not quit. He talks about the key turning points that helped him push through the difficult stages and the mindset shifts that helped him grow and how he eventually built SD Plumbing and Heating into a 7 figure business which is still growing.This episode dives into the reality of entrepreneurship in the trades. The struggles, the risks, the personal sacrifices and the moments that shape you into the business owner you become. If you are running a trade business thinking about starting one or currently in the tough early stages this conversation will resonate with you. In this episode we discuss• Starting a business and the personal sacrifices that come with it• The challenges of the early years in business• Lessons learned from mistakes and setbacks• The key moments that helped Shaun grow his company• What it really takes to build a 7 figure trades businessIf you enjoy the episode make sure to like comment and subscribe for more conversations with trade business owners sharing their real stories.Subscribe to the podcast on Spotify andApple Podcasts:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/taylortalkstradesLinkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/taylor-talks-tradesTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@taylortalkstradesSpotify 👉 https://spoti.fi/3ZMHf5LApple Podcasts 👉 https://apple.co/3Lri8RM
Transcribe →Redemption & Finding Himself Again The Cristian Montaño Story Part 2
Feb 2701:45:07Tap to summarizeThis is Part 2 of Cristian Montaño’s powerful story.In this episode, Livingston FC winger Cristian Montaño opens up about one of the most difficult periods of his life facing multiple court cases, the emotional toll it took, and what it felt like to have his career and reputation hanging in the balance.Cristian speaks honestly about the uncertainty, the pressure, and the fear during that time and the relief of being proven not guilty in both cases.But even after clearing his name, the journey wasn’t over. He shares why he made the decision to return to Colombia to reconnect with himself and rediscover his love for football, playing for América de Cali and rebuilding both his confidence and identity.From there, Cristian talks about moving back to the UK with a new mindset learning to open up about mental health, speak about his experiences, and use his story to help others who may be struggling in silence. Now back playing for Livingston FC,he reflects on: • How adversity reshaped his mindset• The importance of resilience and self-belief• What football means to him today• And how he defines success nowThis episode is about redemption, growth, mental strength, and becoming stronger through the toughest chapters of life.Subscribe to the podcast on Spotify and Apple Podcasts:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/taylortalkstradesLinkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/taylor-talks-tradesTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@taylortalkstradesSpotify 👉 https://spoti.fi/3ZMHf5LApple Podcasts 👉 https://apple.co/3Lri8RM
Transcribe →From Colombia to Pro Footballer Cristian Montaño’s Rise and Fall Part 1| Episode 105
Feb 1301:34:28Tap to summarizeIn Part 1 of this powerful conversation, Livingston FC player Cristian Montaño shares the early chapters of a life that took him from the streets of Colombia to professional football in the UK.Cristian opens up about growing up surrounded by gang and drug culture, what it was like being exposed to danger at such a young age, and how moving to the UK at 11 years old changed everything. He talks about falling in love with football, being spotted for his talent, and earning a move to West Ham where the dream of becoming a professional became reality. But the journey was far from straightforward. Cristian reflects on the pressure that came with success, how quickly things can change in football, and what it felt like to see everything he had worked for begin to slip away. This episode is about ambition, identity, resilience, and the lessons learned when life takes an unexpected turn.Part 1 tells the story of the rise and fallPart 2 Shows the rebuildLike, comment, and subscribe to follow the full journey in the next episode.Subscribe to the podcast on Spotify and Apple Podcasts: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/taylortalkstradesLinkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/taylor-talks-tradesTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@taylortalkstradesSpotify 👉 https://spoti.fi/3ZMHf5LApple Podcasts 👉 https://apple.co/3Lri8RM
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