Talking with another electrician
Talking with another electrician
Interesting reading
I have been in the electrical trade since 1974 when I got out of the USMC
Started working for a one man business who taught me a little about everything
After about a year he would let me do side jobs after work or weekends and would even check out my work or help it I needed
I soon learned that when he wasn't around I didn't know as much as I thought I did
I really needed that work and I appreciate him doing that
I also learned that if you do neat work, do everything according to the NEC, and have a good personality your customers will always call you and recommend you
I have never lost a customer once I have been on the job once
Maybe just lucky or they all see that I am honest, take pride in my work and do it right
One of the most important things is enjoying your work
A smart man once said (If you enjoy your work is doesn't seem like work)
I still feel that way and my customers see it also and call me
I put every-one's number in my cell phone after the first visit and when they call I know who they are (everyone likes the idea that you know who is calling and it shows you care about them)
I have around 250 customers in my phone and add more every week
As far as price I mark up my material and charge labor according to the job
Treat everyone like I want to be treated and never have a problem
After years in business I have only had one contractor beat me out of money
Instead of putting down others and there prices look in your own closet
Always charge a fair price and most of all charge what you need to stay in business
Everyone of us need different amounts because of overhead, insurance, vehicle expense and so on
I personally think that competition is good, do you think Home Depot, Lowe's, Wall Mart, and so on don't compete?
We all shop the place we like, electrical business is no different
Sorry this went on so long but its the way I think
Some of you will agree and some won't but that's O.K.
Have a GREAT day, SMILE, ENJOY Semper Fi Buddy