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Last updated: 7 January 2025
New Year, New You: Boss it with your business in 2025
Boss it with your trade business by hearing from those tradespeople who were once in your position. They went on to boss it, and you can too. Get top tips sent direct to your pocket and earn yourself a free business strategy call!

In this article you'll find:
Make 2025 your year
This year might just be the year to start your trade business. No matter your line of work, you can make your business idea a reality and become your own boss.
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Whether you're just starting out as a tradesperson, or looking to get a better work-life balance, 2025 could be your year.
Our top business tips for 2025
Whether you're a plumber, electrician, landscape gardener, bricklayer... or anything in between... there is always more you could be doing to grow your business.
As well as benefitting from our 'Become the Boss' series, here are some ideas for you to consider in 2025.
Offer additional services - ready to branch out into something new?
Try affiliate marketing - working better with other tradespeople to get more work
Training apprentices - do what you can to help reduce the UK skills gap
Think seasonally - do you need to get smarter with jobs throughout the year?
Think sustainably - could you offer green energy solutions?
Be available - a quick response or offering emergency services is more likely to win you work
Look for repeat jobs - why not remind customers about expiring jobs or PAT testing?
Time to upskill - learning a new skill could mean you win more work or larger jobs
Get associated - 2025 might be the right time to join a trade association in your industry
Ready to try something new this year?
Price up your jobs with confidence
Look at our pricing template designed for trades just like you!
Time to get covered by a guarantee
If you didn't know already, we trust our members. It's why we are willing to guarantee the quality of their work.
Any jobs you win and complete through us are covered for 12 months - and we'll cover the cost of work up to £1,000. That's how confident we are! (T&Cs apply)
Click on the link below to find out more!
Win more work with our guarantee
The Checkatrade guarantee is designed to cover your work if a job has been booked through us. Naturally T&Cs and eligibility rules apply, but the guarantee has been shown to increase your chance of winning work with us*. It's a no-brainer - why not put the odds in your favour by making a song and
First you need to pass our checks and become a member. As well as getting more work, you can also enjoy a range of other benefits, including discounts through our exclusive partnerships.
Options to suit you
At Checkatrade, our mission is to put homeowners in touch with trusted tradespeople to get the job done.
If you're already a member, and want to make your account work even better, why not speak to our membership advice team?
Our fixed membership option lets you build the plan that’s perfect for you and your business needs.
If you need more work, or just want our seal of approval, why not look to see what's best for you?
Working together, 2025 could be yours. Become the Boss and your business could really experience a big change this year.
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