Promoting Holiday Specials Without Undervaluing Your Services 

Promoting Holiday Specials Without Undervaluing Your Services 

The holiday season is a prime time for trades businesses to attract new customers and increase revenue, but it can also be tricky to strike the right balance. How do you create enticing holiday specials without making your services seem cheap or undervalued?   At Gray Wolf Strategies, we’ve seen firsthand how businesses can use the…

Winning Job Bids: Proven Strategies for Small Construction Companies 

Winning Job Bids: Proven Strategies for Small Construction Companies 

In a world where it’s common for property owners to get 2-3 quotes and multiple referrals – it’s important that your trades business’ bidding process is topnotch and has you standing out from the pack (in a good way).  Bidding a job isn’t just about throwing a number out there and hoping for the best—it…

Tricks of the Trades: Delegating Effectively on the Job 

Tricks of the Trades: Delegating Effectively on the Job 

In any trades business, efficient delegation is essential for smooth operations and growth. Yet, delegation isn’t always as simple as it sounds, especially when there are different skills and responsibilities on a team.  How can you make sure tasks are handed off in a way that empowers your team and keeps projects on track? Here,…

3 Tips for Scaling a Small Trades Business 

3 Tips for Scaling a Small Trades Business 

Scaling a small trades company can be a challenging process, but with the right strategies, you can position your brand for steady growth. Having efficient systems and a proper business plan in place is necessary for long-term success.   Scaling your business doesn’t have to feel as overwhelming. Below are three essential tips from our team…

Train Like Part of the Pack – Prompts for Trades 

Train Like Part of the Pack – Prompts for Trades 

Running a successful HVAC business means more than just fixing things—it’s about connecting with customers and providing top-notch service.  At Gray Wolf Strategies, we’ve built our training around these principles, making sure your team has the practical skills they need to thrive. Our approach is inspired by the teamwork of a wolf pack, where everyone…

Tips for Hiring Operations Managers for Trades Companies 

Tips for Hiring Operations Managers for Trades Companies 

It is no secret that finding the right operations manager for your trades company significantly impacts your business’s efficiency and growth. Whether you’re a plumbing, HVAC, electrical, or general contracting business, having a suitable operations manager ensures your projects run smoothly and your team remains productive. At Gray Wolf Strategies, we want to help you…

Scaling Your Trades Business: Strategies for Growth 

Scaling Your Trades Business: Strategies for Growth 

Running a trades business, whether it’s HVAC, plumbing, or another home service field, you know the challenges of growing beyond the initial startup phase. Expanding your business doesn’t just happen; it requires careful planning, smart strategies, and a willingness to adapt. But where do you start, and how can you ensure that your efforts to…

Profitability Playbook for Tradesmen

Profitability Playbook for Tradesmen

Essential Lessons in Business Management Transforming your well-honed skills into a profitable business might appear challenging, but it’s entirely achievable. With some strategic planning, you can build a successful career and a thriving business.   Our strategists here at Gray Wolf Strategies have curated this article to guide you through the essential lessons you need to…