@Connor Benham saw the original message and today’s follow up. I am on a course all week and unable to attend. This week I am mostly learning how to cut and pitch a timber frame roof like they was done since medieval times. (Just picture old wooden frame barns).

@Connor Benham it is pretty cool. There is some irony in the methodology. The methods are so simple they are genius. No numbers or formulae, no tape measures or power tools. I will catch the recording.

Welcome to the gang Des

@David Hegarty great intro and interesting business. Have a great time here and all the best for your endeavours.

@Connor Benham it’s the well fed mind set that nurtured this. I was questioning how audacious a I was being in my way to the meeting and imposter syndrome kicking in too. Done now and I am starting to win!

@Connor Benham as yet, nothing. I started this a couple of weeks ago and many of my target market are listed properties are listed hisrtoric dwellings. This requires a fair bit of planning and red tape with consents and permissions required. Two replies first said they did not know they could have repaired their windows and joinery - spent time and upwards of £5k to get consent to replace windows which they realise will be more expensive to them. second recognised my card and then realised they are freinds with one of my clients, forgot about us until they saw our card and logo, had recently booked and paid deposit for another firm to do the required work. I did end up speaking face to face with another home owner - massive home - who told me she was looking for another carpenter joiner following the recent retirement of her tried and trusted carpenter. Old money, traditional attitudes and also very well connected with 2-3 of my exisiting clients. I am trying to devise a selection of articles for the website which describe the when, where and why of different systems of our work. the intention is to then make a quick and direct 'call to action' with regard to the prospect's needs in a similar style letter/leaflet. direct to website where longer versed description and required info is available. Adjust website to direct to contacts page and triage process begins. I do need to incorporate easier and more selective means of contact for those not proficient or confident in use of IT. the whole process is a slow burn and once ignited it will be like glowing embers on a long lasting fire - we do not need very many perfect clients - they naturally feed other work, know each other and like to be able to say "my caprenter". Too much at once is not sustainable for the skill and experience required so alongside this we are trying to create a base for developing new talent and utilising existing talent to acheive a high standard and specific works program (SOPs).

It varies with location and time. They are in my vans, ready to be filled out for each house. There are houses I would like to work on so I keep an eye out and when I pass them, or a village or hamlet I stop and take a wander. Last week I had time and got about 100 out across three parishes and a dozen isolated homes. This week will be less as I am travelling further than I normally would and have some long days too.