The Super Trowel boys Ash, Jack and Joe are back in the Trade Legends Podcast Studio AGAIN to tell us why Super Trowel 2026 has been changed, why its in a new location and we talk about THAT controversy after the Super Trowel 2025 event that caused the internet to go into a rage due to a few things. This is THE FIRST Podcast they have done together addressing the drama of 2025.They also tell us about attending Spec Mix in the US and what happened....Along with having a good catch up....its always great having them on Trade Legends, as what they are doing for the construction industry is amazing....and you will find out why!!#ukconstructionindustry #tradesman #construction

This week on Trade Legends, we sat down with Andreas Degiulio from Woodway Windows, and the conversation goes far beyond windows and joinery.Andreas shares his journey from early site work and graft to carving out a highly specialised niche in period window restoration. He talks openly about still struggling to define his “trade” and why not fitting neatly into a box has actually become one of his biggest strengths. The episode dives into the reality of old-school work ethic, how early mentors shape your standards, and why doing things properly always beats chasing shortcuts.We also explore the personal side of the journey. Andreas opens up about losing his mum at just 24 years old, the weight of responsibility that followed, and how that period fundamentally changed his outlook on work, life, and resilience. It’s a powerful reminder that behind every successful business is a story most people never see.The conversation concludes by examining the shift from site work to premium, specialist projects, the importance of charging for skill and experience, and how social media can be used to build real authority rather than empty attention. Quality over volume, long-term thinking, and pride in your craft are themes that run through the entire episode.

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In this episode of the Trade Legends podcast, we sit down with Nooks Carpenter to explore his remarkable transition from an eleven-year career in a factory to running a successful, high-end carpentry business. Carleton discusses the personal catalysts that spurred his change, including the profound impact of losing both parents at a young age and the recent passing of a close friend and mentor who always encouraged his craft. He shares the "comfort is the thief of joy" mindset that ultimately gave him the courage to leave his stable job during the COVID-19 pandemic and pursue his creative passions full-time.The conversation dives deep into the practicalities of building a trade business from the ground up, offering invaluable "nuggets" for aspiring entrepreneurs. He discusses the scrappy early days of using job deposits to fund essential tools and explains how he leveraged social media to build a six-figure portfolio that now attracts million-pound projects. We also tackle the often intimidating world of pricing and bidding for large-scale contracts, as Carleton provides a masterclass on maintaining profitability through meticulous expense tracking and on valuing skill over simple hourly rates.