Dan Dowdy: From Owner-Dependent to Self-Operating: Leadership Lessons for the Trades
Wed Feb 04 2026
If you’re tired of chasing leads, stuck in the daily grind, or feeling like your business can’t run without you… this episode is a must-listen.
🎙️ On the latest episode of The Home Service Hustle, host Jonathan Bannister sits down with Dan Dowdy, founder of Built for the Trades, to break down:
Why most contractors don’t actually have a marketing strategyHow leadership & culture directly impact profitabilityThe systems required to build a self-operating businessWhy consistency beats “trying things” every single time
This episode hits money, marketing, and mindset head-on—and gives you real frameworks you can apply immediately.
👉 Get to know Dan better here:
IG: https://www.instagram.com/builtforthetrades/
FB: https://www.facebook.com/BuiltForTheTrades
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@built4trades
Website: https://builtforthetrades.com/
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If you’re tired of chasing leads, stuck in the daily grind, or feeling like your business can’t run without you… this episode is a must-listen. 🎙️ On the latest episode of The Home Service Hustle, host Jonathan Bannister sits down with Dan Dowdy, founder of Built for the Trades, to break down: Why most contractors don’t actually have a marketing strategyHow leadership & culture directly impact profitabilityThe systems required to build a self-operating businessWhy consistency beats “trying things” every single time This episode hits money, marketing, and mindset head-on—and gives you real frameworks you can apply immediately. 👉 Get to know Dan better here: IG: https://www.instagram.com/builtforthetrades/ FB: https://www.facebook.com/BuiltForTheTrades TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@built4trades Website: https://builtforthetrades.com/