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From Tradesman to Business Owner: The Money Roadmap

WIRED WATTSMART··30 May 2026·27 min

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Most young tradesmen never get taught how to build wealth, manage money, or eventually start their own business. In Part 3 of our Money Management Series, Josh breaks down the roadmap that helped him go from learning a trade to flipping his first house and eventually launching Wattsmart Electric. We discuss startup capital, business credit, vendor accounts, cash flow, paying yourself last, avoiding common contractor mistakes, and the financial habits that separate successful business owners from those who struggle. If you're a young electrician, plumber, HVAC tech, carpenter, or anyone thinking about starting a business someday, this episode is packed with practical advice you can use right now. Subscribe and share this episode with someone who's getting started in the trades.