What’s the REAL Secret to Growing a Successful Construction Business?

What's the REAL Secret to Growing a Successful Construction Business? If you're new here on our channel, welcome to Trade Legends! The UK's number one construction & trade industry podcast. In this episode of the Trade Legends podcast, we sit down with Ryan O'Sullivan, founder of the Ry Group, to hear his honest and inspiring story—from struggling in school to building a successful multi-trade construction business with over 30 staff. Ryan talks about how he navigated early challenges with education, a derailed football career, and eventually found his place in the trades, starting with an apprenticeship at British Gas and launching his own company at just 20 years old. We dive into how the Ry Group grew from a one-man band to a full team of plumbers, electricians, gas engineers, and more. Ryan shares the highs and lows of scaling a construction business, including learning to delegate, managing staff, adapting to new tech, and staying profitable in a constantly changing industry. He also offers valuable advice for tradespeople looking to grow, whether you're just starting out or trying to scale up. This episode covers everything from mental health and work-life balance to exercise, family, and Ryan's future goals, including expanding the Ry Group nationwide and launching Trade Gains, a new platform to help tradespeople build better businesses. Packed with real insights, straight-talking advice, and a few laughs, this is a must-watch for anyone in the trades or thinking of going out on their own. Here are also some links to help you save money from top brands and some of our fantastic sponsors. 0:00 Introduction 01:00 School Struggles & Early Life 06:00 British Gas to Business Owner 08:00 Scaling a Trades Business 25:00 Work-Life Balance & Fitness 31:30 Future Vision & Trade Gains Club Host: Big Al @alexinsley Guest: Ry O'Sullivan @the_rygroup 🏷️ Save on over 50 Trade Brands | https://tradelegends.uk/discounts/ 🏷️ Save on Rhino trade insurance policies using code TRADELEGENDS Subscribe and join the community, where tradespeople become legends.