The Battles of Starting my own Electrical Business | Josh Barrack from Barrack Electrical

The Battles of Starting my own Electrical Business | Josh Barrack from Barrack Electrical

Author: Greg Allan: Business Podcast For Construction and Trade Entrepreneurs September 26, 2024 Duration: 40:01

This week on the podcast Greg is joined by Josh Barrack from Barrack Electrical in Mayfield NSW. Josh shares his journey of starting his own electrical business after working for the same company for years.

He discusses the challenges of transitioning from employee to business owner and the importance of making big decisions and implementing critical systems.

Josh emphasises the need for strong people and organisational skills to manage a team and run a profitable project. He also highlights the impact of having a support network and learning from others' experiences.


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Running a trade business often means juggling a dozen jobs at once, trying to keep clients happy while the paperwork piles up and your own time vanishes. It’s a specific kind of pressure that generic business advice just doesn’t address. That’s exactly where the Tradies Success Podcast comes in. Hosted by Greg Allan, this series cuts straight to the chase for electricians, plumbers, builders, and specialists in every field from concreting to metal fabrication. Each episode moves beyond theory, focusing on the tangible steps you can take to build a more profitable and sustainable operation. You’ll hear from fellow tradespeople who have been in your boots, sharing their real-world stories about what actually worked to increase their margins and reclaim their weekends. The conversations delve into practical tools for pricing, systems, client management, and mindset-all framed for the unique rhythms and challenges of a hands-on trade. If you’re aiming for growth without the constant grind, this podcast serves as a direct line to actionable strategies and honest talk about building a business that works for you, not the other way around. It’s a resource created specifically for construction and trade entrepreneurs who are ready to translate their skill into lasting success.
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