It’s decision time! Stay on the tools …or commit to growth?

Every trade business hits that moment – around the million-dollar mark.

Suddenly the cracks show… something’s got to give.

It’s the fork in the road we see time and time again. One path keeps you on the tools — safe, familiar, in control.

The other? You step back, build structure, lead a team, and grow something bigger than yourself.

Neither path is wrong. But the danger is staying stuck in between.

In this episode, we unpack both roads — the trade-off between certainty and scale, freedom and familiarity, and what it really takes to transition from doing the work to leading the business.

Whether you’re ready to stay hands-on or take that next leap, the key is this: stop sitting on the fence. It’s time to decide — and then commit to building your future.

In this episode you’ll learn:

???? Staying on the tools offers control, but caps growth and freedom.

???? Stepping off the tools demands new skills, an identity shift, and leadership mindset.

???? You can’t grow a business while stuck on-site every single day.

???? Both paths are hard – you just need to pick one.

???? Transitioning requires structure, margin, and the right ground crew beneath you.

???? You can’t fake commitment – make your choice and back it fully.

We mention our episode with Anthony Rentzis and his experience with coaching. Listen to Episode 9 on The Trade Den: 

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