Join MJ Tiff, Alex and the Trade Legends crew as they welcome two special guests - Rod from The Right Flooring Company and Chris from Vanguard, a leading British van accessories manufacturer. In this insightful episode, they dive into the world of flooring, roof racks, van security, and the challenges faced by independent tradesmen. Rod shares his entrepreneurial journey, from his college days dabbling in micro-businesses to starting his own flooring company during the COVID-19 pandemic. Discover how he navigated the ups and downs, managed cash flow, and scaled his team to handle the ever-increasing demand for residential and social housing projects. Meanwhile, Chris offers an inside look at Vanguard, a true British manufacturing powerhouse. Learn about their state-of-the-art facilities in Exeter, their extensive range of roof bars, interior van racking, and cutting-edge security solutions designed to combat the rising van theft crisis plaguing the trade industry. You won't want to miss the frank discussion on the rampant issue of van theft and break-ins plaguing tradespeople across the nation. Rod and Chris pull no punches as they recount shocking stories of vans being stripped bare and the emotional toll it takes when criminals target a tradesman's livelihood. Chris even raises the controversial idea of bringing on an "ex van theft" to provide insights into their brazen tactics and mindset - a jaw-dropping proposal that could ruffle some feathers but might just offer the kind of counterintuitive perspective needed to stay one step ahead of the criminals. Brace yourself for this unfiltered, no-holds-barred conversation tackling one of the trade industry's biggest threats head-on. This episode is a must-watch for plumbers, electricians, flooring specialists, and any tradesperson seeking valuable insights into running a successful business, managing a team, and staying ahead of the curve with innovative products. Don't miss the opportunity to gain insider knowledge from industry experts and fellow tradesmen who have faced and overcome similar challenges. Guests this week: Chris | Vanguard @VanGuardAccessories Rod | The Right Flooring Company Hosts: Alex Mark Tiff @MJTiffPlumbing ⭐ Proudly Sponsored by CT1 | www.ct1.com | @ct1ltd ⭐ Supported by Tradify | https://tradifyhq.com/ | @TradifyHQ 🏷️ Save on over 50 Trade Brands | https://tradelegends.uk/discounts/

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