Sorry to keep harping on but does anyone care to offer insight into going with either NAPIT or NICEIC?
Do certain potential clientele prefer one over the other at all? I know that NICEIC is more established so more popular.....
This is absolutely fantastic information! I wasn't aware of this at all and was worried about how I would show them a job I hadn't even looked at yet.
Ok, I think I have enough information to actually start the ball rolling on my new venture thanks to you guys! :)
I will print off the crucial...
The guy I work for works off honesty and keeping things flexible. In this case, it will work in my favour. The last place I was at (for 6 years) frowned upon it if it infringed on the employers needs.
But, it was a company where, if you were a mate of the boss you could pretty much do what you...
Whenever I complete any works in a property I always make sure to discuss the completed work with the tenant before I leave so I know I have explained it adequately in a manner they will understand (how the new CU's RCD/SPD operates for example). I do the same for any newly installed accessory...
I don't expect to be an overnight success story and I know it will take time to build up a decent client base.
A website? I think that would be a great idea! I follow David Savery on youtube and his website is awesome! Could only wish to have a site as professional as that!!
I expect to do a few freebies every now and then to be honest. I find gestures like that go a long way in securing future work!
I plan to teach the wife the joys of EasyCert :D
I cannot begin to tell you how this information will help me! Thankyou so much for this! :)
I have BS7671, OSG, Guide to building regs and guidance note 3 all are 18th edition so I'm covered in that regard. The H&S documentation etc I'll download and amend as required.
Evidence of learning: I...
Agreed. I have managed to get a sneaky peak at some invoices recently and it has given me a bit of a guideline to what sort of prices I should aim for.
I will definitely not undersell myself.
One of my friends is self employed (not an electrician) and I spoke to him last night, he has given me...
You've really inspired me with this info Pete! I read it and felt that my efforts will be rewarded especially seen as though you started out at exactly the same age as me! :)
Happy Birthday by the way! ?
I really do take pride in my work and enjoy the good feeling of the customer when the job...
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