Just a year ago, Mansfield plumber Kev Jones was working six days a week, earning a modest £20,000 a year and struggling to keep his business afloat.

Today, he runs a rapidly-expanding heating company with a team, structured operations, and a booming income.

His transformation is a testament to the power of business mentorship and strategic planning.
Kev, the owner of Kev Jones Plumbing & Heating Ltd, had spent years working tirelessly for little financial reward.

“I was just going through the motions, trying to make ends meet,” he said. “I knew I needed to change something, but I didn’t know what.”

That change came when he joined Trade Mastermind, a business coaching programme designed specifically for trade professionals looking to scale their businesses.

Through structured mentorship, industry insights, and a proven blueprint, Kev learned the necessary skills to run a business rather than just work in one.

The results were almost immediate and he saw a sharp increase in sales, going from five boilers in his first month to eight in the second, and nine in the third. By last month he had closed 29 sales.

Kev invested in branding, developed professional systems, and hired a dedicated team to support his expansion.

Now his business is unrecognisable from its former self.

“My income has grown beyond anything I imagined, but more importantly, I now have a business that can run without me having to do everything myself,” said Kev.

“It’s given me the time to focus on growth and also to support my family when they need me.”

His story is not just an individual success. It highlights a wider trend of local tradespeople embracing business coaching to break free from the cycle of long hours and limited income.

Trade Mastermind said for many in Mansfield’s trade sector, Kev’s journey served as both inspiration and proof that success is possible with the right guidance — and structured support programmes offer a way forward.

Founded by Joseph Valente, winner of BBC show The Apprentice, Trade Mastermind has become a successful business training and coaching provider for the construction industry.

Established in 2020, it was created to bridge the gap between skilled tradespeople and business success.