Being The Boss! Do You Have What It Takes?

The Boss gets paid the most - That's the job you WANT!

It's not for everyone being the boss of your own company. You give it all as go though..

Working for a big company as an employee Teaming up with a one man band Being the boss of your own business

Whatever you think being your own boss is like, you never really know until you try. Even then there will be unexpected challenges that you have to deal with.

However there are some things to keep in mind when becoming your own boss. It may not be easy and it will be challenging, but hey? That's part of the fun.

You don't get to make good money without working hard for it.

It's the hard work you put into being a boss of your own business that makes the business thrive. Learning how others have done the same before. Using your own imagination to try new techniques Having the attitude that failure is not an option.

Everything that is covered on the tool box talk for electricians podcast.

Every episode published is packed with real life experiences of challenges I have faced on building an electrical business over the last 20 years.

Revolutionizing Light Control: Endless Possibilities

Lights go ON and OFF - What else do they need to do?

Well that's a million dollar questions, because ifs on the market - you can guarantee that there will be a customer who wants in.

Who wants to turn their shed lights on from the other side of the world? I bet someone does.

There are plenty of lighting designs that incorporate new technology in order to make the lights work more efficient and energy saving. Energy saving is a huge market in the electrical industry, so if a light can be switched of for 5 minutes , its will save a few pennies.

This podcast not only dives into all the different types of designs that electricians are using in 2024, but goes into detail what they are used for.

Check it out, you may get some idea for some of your own jobs.

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7 Things I DON'T Like About Being an Electrician #electricianlife #elect...

🔧 Ever wondered what it's really like to be an electrician? Brace yourself for an unfiltered journey as we unveil the shocking truths and challenges that electricians face daily.

How Much Should Electricians Charge?

Every electrician is different , so work out what you should be charging as an electrician. 

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What is the Difference Between Good And Bad Electricians

Are you a GOOD electrician?

People like to think they are the best electrician in the world. But they are the only one that thinks this.

Its like someone finishing a job and thinking its fantastic, only for someone to come along and point out all the faults. Only then can you see that its not that good after all.

There are certain things electrician think that make them too compared to what customers think.

Witch opinion do you think matters? Your ego or the person actually calling you to give you money?

In this podcast its pointed out what matters - The fancy tools....... The knowledge of BS7671...... The Experience you have .......

Its pointed out what actually matters and what you should be doing to be a good electrician, witch will lead to being successful as an electrician.

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UThere are a number of different way to wire a light and a switch. Here we Unlock the Secrets with  4 Methods to Wire a Light Switch. Over the years its evolved for a number of reasons. In this video I start from the 1960 wiring that is still present today in a lot of installs. Then move on to the modern way that I think they do teach these days in college to electrician apprentices. Then to the next level that I see coming in the future. Everyone loves smart lighting, and that need wiring to be future proof. You can get Kinetic switches here - https://www.amazon.co.uk/shop/toolboxtalkforelectricians/list/25RSCL75XL07I?ref_=cm_sw_r_cp_ud_aipsflist_aipsftoolboxtalkforelectricians_5SAKFCFW4EV2XQFVQ6S8Find out more about Ben and the tool box talk for electricians Podcast https://linktr.ee/toolboxtalkforelectriciansAll the tools used in the tool box talk for electricians videos can be found here https://www.amazon.co.uk/shop/toolboxtalkforelectricians?ref_=cm_sw_r_cp_ud_aipsfshop_aipsftoolboxtalkforelectricians_5YNJZ4WXGPK2FJV4XDE4Join the Tool Box Talk For Electricians Email list to not miss every time a new episode is published https://toolboxtalkforelectricians.ck.page/emailnlocking the Secrets: 4 Methods to Wire a Light Switch

My FirsI'm starting up on my own - I'm going to be RICH!

Yes we have all been there. Being your own boss and having your own business is the way to go. It's exciting and the only way to become rich. 

I would say there are still a few lessons to learn……..How did you feel when you first started to train as an electrician? 

Well this is going to be similar to that, it's another step to own your own business. Customer skills and how to quote for jobs is not really taught at college. 

You learn how to do the job safely and professionally - How to get the job in the first place is what you need to know when self employed. In this podcast, this is just what I talk about. 

The simple mistakes once made and how I overcome them to carry on and become a successful business owner of my own.

The other podcast mentioned Electricians Earning £156,000 A Year In The UK? Can be found here. https://pod.fo/e/1ef6a4#toolboxtalkforelectricianst Job Self Employed - What A Mess!

Your Van Ever seen your own tools at a car boot sale? 

This has got to be where the stolen tools from all the van theft crime that's going on. I really don't know how the thieves sleep at night with the crime career they have chosen.

  Like many other tradespeople, I have been a victim of van theft. Although I have upgraded the van security after the 1st time. 

There are tried and tested methods to keeping your van secure, van deadlocks are one of the things I will always put on my vans from now on. 

Along with some actions to keep in mind when it comes to van security. These actions in the podcast are simple things to keep in mind when leaving your van overnight or parking it up outside the house.

 I would love to say “sit with a shotgun to these scumbags” but you never see it coming. Just like I didn't. 

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How Do Contractors Find Work Fast TODAY! ⏩

How Do Contractors Find Work Fast TODAY! ⏩

Are you looking for work today to be able to get paid tomorrow?

 Its all good growing your business slowly. Its just sometimes too slow and you run out of work. So much so that the bills that are coming in are starting to worry you. This is why you need work NOW.

Not next week or next month NOW! In this podcast I'm going to tell you how. These are not ideas that will just work once either. They are proven strategy's for all tradesmen, Who have grown and business. 

 Strategy's that have become a habit and keeps the diary full of customers all year round. 

 The methods mentioned are not at all hard, they can become an easy habit to be adapted into any contractors business. 

So listen up and take action. The Email Nail Templates mentioned in the podcast can be downloaded here. https://toolboxtalkforelectricians.ck.page/products/email-nails-x-10

What LED Downlights Are The Best? 4 Options to Choose From 💡

How To Wire A 2 Way Switch With Intermediate Switch

Wiring a 2-way switch with an intermediate switch, also known as a three-way switch setup, allows you to control a single light or fixture from multiple locations. This is commonly used in hallways, staircases, or large rooms where you want to be able to turn the lights on or off from different points. Below, I'll explain how to wire a 2-way switch with an intermediate switch:

Customer-Boosting Web Ventures: Truth Behind the Hype

Have so many customers - Your turning work away!

I have tried and tested some of these websites. Signed up and started to actually do some jobs from the website. All these website have a mix of different opinions everywhere. I want to tell you my honest experience of the ones I signed up to. 

 The work I did, also how did it benefit me and my business for the future. By listening to the podcast you will get the truth about these sites that promise you all the customers you want. No only the little white lies to look out for but a way you can make it work better for you and your business. 

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How to 2nd Fix Outside light On A Domestic House

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How To Quote Electrical Jobs As A Self Employed Electrician