24 – Five Fergus Features That Could Save You Hours Every Week

Five Fergus Features You're Probably Not Using (But Should Be)

Most tradies use Fergus every day—but are you actually getting the most out of it?

In this episode of the Hey Tradies Podcast, Amanda shares five of her favourite Fergus features that can save you hours every week, improve your cash flow, and make running your trade business a whole lot easier.

These aren't complicated features either. They're practical tools that many businesses already have access to but simply aren't using.

If you've ever thought, "I'm probably only scratching the surface with Fergus," this episode is for you.

In this episode:

• Why most trade businesses are only using a fraction of Fergus's capabilities
• How the Enquiries feature can eliminate double handling and speed up your quoting process
• Using Favourites to create quotes in minutes instead of starting from scratch every time
• How Fergus Pay helps you get paid faster with Apple Pay, Google Pay, direct debit, Afterpay and more
• Why Checklists create consistency across your team and reduce costly mistakes
• How automatic Deposit Invoices save admin time and improve your cash flow
• Why small system improvements create big long-term results

Key Takeaway

You don't need to completely overhaul your business to save time.

Sometimes, one small change—like creating a Favourite, adding a Checklist, or turning on Fergus Pay—can save hours every single week.

The goal isn't to use every feature overnight.

The goal is to start using the tools you've already got to build a business that runs more efficiently.

This Week's Action Step

Choose one Fergus feature you aren't currently using and commit to setting it up this week.

Whether it's:

• Enquiries
• Favourites
• Fergus Pay
• Checklists
• Deposit Invoices

Start with one. Master it. Then move on to the next.

Small improvements add up quickly.

Work With Virtual Coastie

Need help getting the most out of Fergus?

We work with tradies across New Zealand to streamline their systems, improve cash flow, and reduce admin through practical Fergus implementation and support.

Our services include:

• Fergus Power Hour – One-on-one coaching to improve your Fergus setup and workflows.
• Fergus Implementation – We'll help you customise Fergus to suit the way your business operates.
• Monthly Admin Support – Ongoing support with invoicing, supplier bills, scheduling, job costing, debt collection, and bookkeeping.

Find out more at www.virtualcoastie.co.nz