#65 Pride in the Job: Jamie Pride on Craft, Grit & Building a Tiling Business

In this episode, I’m joined by Jamie Pride from Tiling with Pride. A bloke who backs his work, backs his standards, and isn’t interested in cutting corners.

Jamie breaks down why he got into tiling, what hooked him on the trade, and why pride in workmanship still matters in an industry that’s often racing to the bottom.

We discuss what separates the average operator from someone who earns respect on-site, with clients, and within the industry. This isn’t theory. It’s real talk about craftsmanship, reputation, and doing the job properly, even when it’s harder, slower, or costs more upfront.

We also discuss the realities of running a tiling business with multiple employees, the pressure, the responsibility, the leadership required and how Jamie works to grow a company without compromising his health, relationships, or life outside the job.

What We Get Into:

• Why Jamie chose tiling and why he stayed
• Why standards and pride still matter in the trade
• How to stand out without undercutting or BS marketing
• Craftsmanship as a business advantage, not a weakness
• The truth about running a crew and leading from the front
• Managing pressure, expectations, and responsibility
• Building systems so the business doesn’t own you
• Chasing success without burning out or losing your family

If you’re sick of the race to the bottom, tired of cowboys lowering the bar, and want to build something you’re genuinely proud of, this episode will hit home.

If you want to connect with Jamie at Tiling with Pride, here are their details: 

Website: https://www.tilingwithpride.com/ 

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tiling.with.pride/

Sponsor: https://www.rlapolymers.com.au/