Jesse Burgess: more time with family & making more money with £18K average solar jobs

At present, we’re at an £18,000 average order value. Previously, we never looked at any of our figures. We used to run things, and then at the end of the month, we’d wonder why we hadn’t made any money.

It’s been brilliant to follow everything, to know where we’ve been going wrong and correcting it. It’s massive, and then you end up wanting to put more in because you know you’re going to get more back.

I used to work on the tools, thinking that was the only way to earn money for the company, but now I realise that’s not the best.

Now I’ve got my time back to spend with my family, and we’re even earning more money.


Just 10 months ago, my electrical business was in a rut. We were making around £30K a month, working all hours, but never really breaking through to the next level. I knew we had potential, but I didn’t know how to scale properly, price jobs profitably, or generate consistent leads.

That’s when I joined Trade Mastermind—and everything changed.

Fast forward to today, and we’re now turning over a massive £140K every month! That’s more than 4X our old revenue—and we’ve done it without working longer hours or taking on endless small jobs.

The Game-Changer? Focusing on High-Value Jobs

One of the biggest lessons from Trade Mastermind was learning to niche down. We stopped doing general electrical work and EV chargers and went all-in on solar. That one shift transformed our entire business model.

Now, instead of juggling small, low-profit jobs, we’re securing big-ticket solar installs that bring in consistent, high-value revenue. Trade Mastermind showed us how to position ourselves as experts, attract the right customers, and charge premium prices.

The Results? Mind-Blowing.

£140K in monthly revenue—a 4X increase in less than a year
A structured, scalable business model that doesn’t rely on me doing everything
A steady flow of leads without constantly chasing work
Clear business systems so I know my numbers, costs, and profit margins

Honestly, I can’t believe we used to settle for £30K a month when there was so much more potential. Trade Mastermind gave us the blueprint to scale, systemize, and dominate our industry.

Would I Recommend Trade Mastermind? 1000% YES.

If you’re an electrician stuck at the same income level, working too hard for too little, and wondering how to break into higher-value work like solar, don’t waste another year trying to figure it out alone.

Trade Mastermind fast-tracked our success, and it can do the same for you.


In 2018, Jesse Burgess found himself in a financial nightmare. After years in business, he was struggling with cash flow, clients owed him £100,000, and felt like he was stuck in a cycle of uncertainty. Worst of all, he had to hide the true extent of the problem from his wife.

“I was exhausted, stressed, and had no clear direction. I knew I needed a change, but I didn’t know where to start.”

That’s when he discovered Trade Mastermind.

From day one, Jesse realised that the problem wasn’t just cash flow—it was the way he was running his business. Trade Mastermind gave him the tools to build a real, structured company, not just another short-term hustle. He learned how to brand himself as an industry leader, create a scalable system and truly understand his business numbers.

The results were game-changing.

Instead of chasing unpredictable projects, Jesse built a renewables business with a solid foundation. His cash flow stabilised, he started winning consistent work, and, for the first time, he had a clear plan for growth.

“I stopped winging it and started working strategically. Trade Mastermind gave me the knowledge and confidence to build a business that actually works.”

Today, Jesse is aiming higher than ever. His vision?

  • A dedicated office space
  • A £3 million annual turnover
  • A team of six employees
  • A structured sales team driving predictable revenue

What once felt impossible is now within reach.

Looking back, Jesse knows that joining Trade Mastermind was the turning point. The mentorship, strategies, and network gave him the edge he needed to move from financial struggle to business success.

His advice to any tradesperson feeling stuck?

“Don’t wait until you’re desperate. If you want to scale, get the right guidance now. Trade Mastermind changed everything for me—and it can do the same for you.”

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