Off The Job: A Tradesman Podcast

From Tradesman to Tech Innovator: How James Hatfield is Transforming the Trades Industry | Off The Job: A Tradesman Podcast

Trade Apps Ltd Season 5 Episode 7

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In this episode of Off The Job: A Trades Podcast, hosts Keiran Yates and Pete Withers sit down with James Hatfield, Chief Revenue Officer at LiveSwitch, to explore his incredible journey from painting houses and power washing to leading a billion-dollar tech company.

James shares how his background in the trades shaped his approach to business and how he’s now using LiveSwitch to revolutionize the industry — making it easier for tradespeople to win jobs faster, cut costs, and improve work-life balance.

💡 In this episode, you’ll discover:
✔️ How James scaled his painting business into a recurring revenue model
✔️ The role of virtual video estimates in cutting down wasted travel time
✔️ Why recurring revenue is the key to growing a trades business
✔️ How LiveSwitch is helping tradespeople close deals faster and boost profits
✔️ The importance of mental health in the trades and how tech can help
✔️ Why the “McDonaldization” of trades is changing the industry forever

Whether you’re a plumber, electrician, painter, or builder, this episode is packed with actionable tips on using technology to future-proof your business.


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⚠️ Warning: Contains adult humour and strong language. Tradesmen banter ahead.

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