Get ready for an action-packed episode of the Trade Legends podcast as we dive deep into the world of construction with two industry heavyweights: Adam from On The Tools and Danny Madden of Madden Builders. From the wild stories of life on the job site to the challenges of building successful businesses in a tough industry, this episode has it all. Tune in for valuable insights on growing a massive online community, dealing with tool theft, improving mental health in the trades, and much more!
Our first guest is Adam, the mastermind behind On The Tools, the UK's largest online construction community with over 6 million followers across platforms. Adam takes us on his incredible journey from working as a ceiling fixer to becoming a social media content king. He shares the story of how On The Tools grew from a small Facebook page to a thriving media company with 90 employees, and gives his thoughts on getting more people, especially women, into the trades.
Next up is Danny Madden, a second-generation builder who runs his family business, Madden Builders. Danny opens up about the challenges of working with family, the stresses of running a construction company, and how he's dealt with everything from tool theft to difficult clients. He also shares his passion for promoting apprenticeships and his desire to see the education system provide more support for students interested in the trades.
In this wide-ranging discussion, Adam and Danny touch on some of the most important issues facing the construction industry today. They talk about the mental health crisis in the trades and share personal stories of how they've dealt with stress and depression. They also dive into the problem of tool theft and discuss the campaigns they've been involved with to combat this rampant issue. Throughout the episode, the guys share tons of hilarious stories and valuable nuggets of wisdom that anyone in the trades can benefit from.
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Guests this week:
Adam @OnTheToolsOfficial
Danny @madden_builders
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