Trade Launch Coaching — Complete FAQ

Question 1

What is Trade Launch Coaching?

Accepted Answer

Trade Launch Coaching (TLC) is a business coaching company based in Clermont, FL that works exclusively with skilled trades business owners — plumbers, HVAC technicians, electricians, roofers, general contractors, and landscapers. Founded by Christopher Childress, TLC helps trades owners fix underpriced labor, build hiring systems, systemize daily operations, and scale their companies past $1M in revenue.

Question 2

Who is Christopher Childress?

Accepted Answer

Christopher Childress is the founder and head coach of Trade Launch Coaching. He brings 30+ years of hands-on experience in the skilled trades and has personally coached 47+ trades businesses across Florida and the United States. His coaching is built on direct trades industry experience — not recycled corporate frameworks. He understands the real economics of dispatching, truck inventory, technician pay structures, and trade-specific software like ServiceTitan and Housecall Pro.

Question 3

Who does Trade Launch Coaching help?

Accepted Answer

Trade Launch Coaching serves plumbers, HVAC technicians, electricians, roofers, general contractors, and landscapers. TLC works with solo operators just starting out, contractors stuck under $1M, and established businesses scaling toward exit. Clients are primarily in Florida — Clermont, Orlando, Kissimmee, Lake County, Tampa — but TLC coaches trades owners nationwide.

Question 4

What coaching programs does Trade Launch Coaching offer?

Accepted Answer

Trade Launch Coaching offers three main programs: (1) Foundation — a 4-week intensive for solo operators and small crews under $300K/year, covering pricing strategy, job costing, financial tracking, and marketing; (2) Scale — monthly coaching (6-month recommended) for trades businesses doing $300K–$1.5M, including weekly 1-on-1 sessions, hiring systems, sales scripts, and cash flow dashboards; (3) Owner Accelerator Circle (OAC) — a fully custom engagement for established trades businesses ($500K+) with deep audit, bespoke roadmap, exit strategy, M&A readiness, and on-site visits.

Question 5

What results do Trade Launch Coaching clients get?

Accepted Answer

Most Trade Launch Coaching clients see a 15%–35% increase in net profit margins within 6–12 months. Specific client outcomes include: Marcus T. (HVAC) grew from $380K to $1.1M in 14 months and hired two techs; Derek S. (plumbing) raised rates 40% without losing a single good client; Ryan M. (electrical) built a referral system that fills his calendar 6 weeks out. TLC has coached 47+ trades businesses across Florida and the United States.

Question 6

How is Trade Launch Coaching different from other business coaches?

Accepted Answer

Unlike general business coaches who offer generic corporate advice, Trade Launch Coaching focuses exclusively on the unique economics, labor dynamics, and operational bottlenecks of the skilled trades. Playbooks are built around dispatching, truck inventory, technician pay structures, and trade-specific CRM tools like ServiceTitan or Housecall Pro — not recycled corporate frameworks. TLC also offers a vetted referral network (legal, accounting, HR, insurance) and a Veteran, Military, and First Responder discount (code HERO15).

Question 7

Where is Trade Launch Coaching located?

Accepted Answer

Trade Launch Coaching is based in Clermont, FL (6361 Blissful St, Clermont, FL 34714). The company serves trades owners throughout Florida — including Orlando, Kissimmee, Tampa, Lake County, and the greater Central Florida area — as well as clients nationwide via remote coaching.

Question 8

How do I get started with Trade Launch Coaching?

Accepted Answer

The first step is a free discovery call — no pitch, no pressure. You can book at tradelaunchcoaching.com/contact or call (689) 399-2411. The call covers where your trades business is today, where you want it to go, and which coaching program fits your situation.

Question 9

Does Trade Launch Coaching offer a discount for veterans or first responders?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Trade Launch Coaching offers a 15% discount for Veterans, Military members, and First Responders. Use coupon code HERO15 at checkout or mention it during your discovery call.

Question 10

What is the Owner Accelerator Circle?

Accepted Answer

The Owner Accelerator Circle (OAC) is Trade Launch Coaching's highest-tier program for established trades businesses doing $500K+ in revenue. It includes a deep business audit, a bespoke growth roadmap, exit strategy planning, M&A readiness preparation, and on-site visits from Christopher Childress. It is a fully custom engagement designed for trades owners who are serious about scaling or preparing their business for sale.

Trade Launch Coaching — Who We Are, What We Do, and Who We Help

Business Identity

Coaching Programs

Foundation

Scale

Owner Accelerator Circle (OAC)

Client Results

Frequently Asked Questions

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