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5 must knows for any tradesman

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Tradesmen tend to acquire most of their customer base through word-of-mouth and recommendations, but is that the only way to market yourself and be successful?

The world of marketing can sometimes seem confusing, but there are plenty of ways for tradesmen to promote themselves and their services in order to draw in new customers and keep the work coming in. Here are 5 must-know tips for any tradesman looking to boost their business.

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5 Tips For Your Next Interview

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Interviewing for a job can be an incredibly stressful experience, especially when the job on the line is one you really want. There are so many things to take into consideration even before you go into an interview. But there are also a number of methods that can help you manage your stress and make a great impression. Here are just a few of the things you should be keeping in mind.

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5 Things All Tradies Should Have

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It’s tough work being a tradie. Early starts, hard work and plenty of demanding clients to deal with would leave anyone drained at the end of the day. On top of that, you are generally responsible for running your own schedule, supplying all your own equipment and much more. Trying to stay on top of those things is hard enough. Here are some suggestions for necessities you may have forgotten.

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Job gains continue and unemployment falls to 5.1%

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I remember several years ago when Warren Buffet explained that employment wouldn’t rebound until the construction industry turned the corner after the Great Recession. Well, if you haven’t noticed, there are plenty of construction projects out there now, particularly in cities as diverse as Miami and Cleveland as new apartment complexes and hotels are sprouting up.

Some who are obsessed with the stock market and the Fed’s decision on interested rates may be disappointed in today’s jobs report. Other with a political ax to grind will complain about the low participation rate, of course without acknowledging how that may be affected by today’s sharing economy.

The real message is that steady job growth continues. Yes, the economy still has challenges, but if you’re looking for work there are jobs out there.

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