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  1. Deandeye

    Electrician Jobs Electrician business partner required.

    I am a semi retired former multiple business owner and property investor who's bored. I have found a small Electrical company for sale I would like to buy I to and grow but I need a younger ambitious partner to run the day to day affairs. I will help lead growth, strategy, funding, accounts etc...
  2. J

    Is a sole proprietorship or partnership registration is better for business?

    Hey guys, I'm an electrical engineer by profession. I was working under an electrical contractor for ten years. Recently, One of my colleagues resigned to start an electrical contracting business. But he has some doubts when it comes to registering the business. He asked me regarding it, and I...
  3. S

    Hi all, quick intro.

    Business established in 2006 in the Grantown on Spey area (Scottish Highlands for those who dont know :)) 5 employees at present. Mostly domestic work but a fair bit in the industrial category.
  4. S

    MK consumer units going out of business?

    I was told this in my local YESS electrical supplies. Is it true? I've been fitting MK as standard for years thinking they would always be around!
  5. E

    Pat testing business setup

    Hi i been looking at starting a pat test business, there is a course i can do that follows the iet 4th edition and certificate test at completion , if i want to do tests in places such as care homes and other businesses , will these ask for a qualified electrician or a city of guilds qualified...
  6. Gavin John Hyde

    Bounce back business loans

    What's people's views on these bounce back loans from the government. You can borrow 25 percent of your turnover. It's backed 100% by government who pay the interest for first 12 months then it's 2.5% which is pretty good for a bank loan for a business. Don't have to show future profitability...
  7. Electrokids

    I'am studying Electrical engineering major and Business major

    hi everybody, i'am new in here and the purpose of me joining this because i want to learn everything about electricity and mastering it. Electricity has been my passion since i'am a kid, i think i have electron current running on my blood haha. So right now i'm doing study in two different...
  8. R

    Who out of you guys offer finance!

    Hi, My name Richard and I'm new to the forum so hi everyone. I really want to offer finance to customers when I go out to quote work as I think it could give me a higher conversion rate. Do any of you guys offer finance at the moment and if so who with? Also do you think it's a good avenue...
  9. wsoppitt

    setting up a group of containers as a self storage business.

    Guys / girls hopefully you can help. A guy I do some work for is in the process of setting up a container self storage business. There is 1 main gate, he wants the entry to be keyless (fob entry) and also wants it to connect to network for remote operation. Any recommendations for a good system...
  10. HandsOffEngineer

    A different business model for PAT testing?

    Is there a room in professional PAT testing for a business model other than 'per unit'? I ask because I've been giving this some thought. I've just finished the 2377-22 course. Not with the intention of actually doing any PAT testing professionally, rather mainly for the purpose of my own...
  11. M

    Business Growth

    Hi, Just signed up to the forum, never posted before just looking for some similar minded trades advice. I started my electrical contracting business 5 years ago, after woking for a company for 8 years before. Business is going well I'm busy, getting work for myself and have a steady flow of...
  12. D

    Interesting article about small business pension pitfall

    https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-scotland-scotland-business-50157515 Thee three words
  13. R

    Starting own business

    I just want to ask a very simple question to get a very simple answer. How many years experience did you gain (including your apprenticeship) before you started your own electrical business?
  14. Lou

    UK Brexit and your business

    We don't want to discuss what you voted for and who likes who the best - but for discussing how your think your business could be affected by Brexit then use this thread. So How do you think your business will be affected by Brexit? Would it be better to leave or stay? Has your business...
  15. Dan

    TilersForums.com Directory Listings are getting business in and ranking in Google, look....

    TilersForums.com Directory Listings are getting business in and ranking in Google, look.... https://www.tilersforums.com/threads/how-to-rank-your-listing-well-and-get-calls-coming-from-it.89455/ 2 or 3 posts down I have the results. The listings were made when I created that thread. So they...
  16. Electrical2go

    18th Edition - How has it changed what boards you buy?

    We're interested in what changes you've made to become 18th edition compliant. We want to ensure we're stocking what you need most at Electrical2Go. So Overload and Surge Protection... Are you buying fully populated 18th Edition boards? Or buying cheaper boards and adapting? Cheers...
  17. T

    invoicing help? advice from the businessmen/women sparks

    This is more for accounting reasons rather than customer convenience, how detailed does an invoice have to be? for example, if I quote someone £80 to install a new light fitting (fitting included) on my invoice can I just put the whole amount "Parts and Labour" and rely on material receipts to...
  18. Andy C

    Self employed. Which business bank?

    Guys and Ladies, Any advice on what’s the best business account to start off with. I am currently using my own personal account but want to move away from that as I may decide to go Ltd. So can I ask for experiences good and bad with banks especially internet banking. Thanks in advance as...
  19. Ckiner

    СRM for small business? Many thanks in advance!

    Hello everyone, We are currently looking for an 'all in one' CRM system to use within our business. We are looking at using Work etc, has anyone had any experience with this system or could you advise on any others? We need the CRM to have the below features: - basic invoicing - sales lead...
  20. ses

    For sale everything as business downsizing

    I've decided to downsize my business after constant problems with staff and subcontractors I have the following for sale please message me for pricing or make me an offer Little Giant Ladders 5 rung Van Guard 3m dual opening pipe carrier Fluke multifunction tester and leads x 2 will...

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