Taylor Talks Trades

Jamie's guest for this episode is Aman Chahal, the CEO of TaperedPlus. TaperedPlus has an annual turnover of more than £10 million, but it's been far from an easy journey to get to where it is today! Risks have had to be taken, difficult decisions made, and a lot of fresh ideas conjured up to take the business forward. It was great to hear Aman's insights into the world of business and how he's used strategy, culture and a focus on people to get to where he is today - not to mention a great chat on the implications artificial intelligence has for the future of the industry!

Alex Richards from YouMore is used to being behind the camera, but for this week's episode we managed to get him in front of it! YouMore make content - like this podcast - for companies in and around Edinburgh looking to implement great content into their marketing strategies. Having run a couple of small businesses himself, Alex has great knowledge and advice for business owners looking to up their marketing game! Have a listen to hear some of his tips and advice that can help you.

We headed to the Edinburgh Boiler Company to chat with Mark Glasgow about beginning life in the industry as an apprentice, and where he's taking his business next. Unlike many people, Mark always had determination and drive from a young age to succeed. His vision for the future has motivated him throughout his career and has been a huge part of getting to where he is today. Now with his Energy Training Academy he's got his eyes set to the future - hear more about it in this episode!

For the 30th episode of Taylor Talks Trades, Jamie is chatting to Lewis Page from Corstorphine Gas Services. Lewis has built his business to where it is today from his time as a sole trader. Now he's got a great team, amazing workplace culture, and is continuing to progress with apprenticeships and some exciting plans for the future of his business!

Comedian turned gas company boss Gary Faulds joins Jamie for a chat on this episode! Gary was at the peak of his comedic powers when the pandemic hit, but quickly found his next calling in the trades. Gary has some hilarious stories to share, and an incredible journey to get to where he is today from joining the military to selling out shows across the country as a stand-up comedian. Enjoy!

Michael Tonner from Matchless Gas, based in Glasgow, joins Jamie this week to talk us through his amazing life story! At 26 Michael's life wasn't where he wanted it to be. He could see his friends progressing in their careers, but was unsure what he wanted from life or where to go next. But he found his calling in the gas industry when it offered him a new pathway! Since then Michael has gone on to grow his own business and achieve things he might not have dreamed of before! Listen now!

Jamie's guest for this week is Craig Gallagher from Quinnergy. Craig had an unconventional route to get to where he is today, but they're the stories we love hearing most on Taylor Talks Trades! Now Craig is building his business and growing his brand with innovative, modern approaches. Through social media he has managed to generate a great deal of trust between his business and clients, and by hiring smart he's gathered a strong team to help him along the way! Listen to find out more.

Billy Farrell from TMD Media is Jamie's guest for this latest episode of Taylor Talks Trades to chat about branding, strategy and marketing within the trades industry. Billy's honest discussion with Jamie has everything from Theodore Roosevelt quotes to great stories about finding his calling in the world of marketing. It was great to take a look at the trades from a different viewpoint this week, and we hope you find it as interesting and useful as we did!

Ross Brown from I-Scaff joins Jamie this week to share some great stories from his time overseas in Saudi Arabia and Iraq, and how he's used that experience to drive forward an innovative scaffolding company back in Scotland. Hear from Ross about taking risks in business, the importance of being self-determined, and some great stories that come with starting a business!

James Brannan joins Jamie to share his incredible story that has seen him grow a successful business out of adversity. Having been diagnosed with a serious condition, James used the news to motivate himself even further and turn a potentially negative situation into a blessing that has seen him become more determined than ever! Listen to hear some great stories about self-determination, motivation, and using adversity to propel you further than you thought possible!