Do Electrical Contractors own a business or job?
A lot of guys say they “work for themselves.” But when I ask who controls their schedule — it’s the customer. When I ask what happens if they take a day off — the work stops. And if they stop answering the phone — the leads disappear. That’s not a business. That’s a job with more pressure. I built this visual because I lived it. The truth is: most contractors don’t own their time, they just own the stress. So I came to the conclusion: If you stop working and your income stops too… You don’t own a business ... you just own your own job. How do you guys feel about that ?Are you willing to take the RISK?
We all decided to quit our jobs right ... Putting it all on the line to make it work, late nights, missed opportunities, lost jobs ... All for a chance at this entrepreneurship freedom. We all work of the reward, or whatever success looks like for us. You don’t get the reward if you never take the risk.And I’m not talking about blind risk, bidding jobs you’re not ready for, hiring too fast, throwing money at trends… I’m talking about calculated risk. The kind you prep for. The kind you back with systems. The kind that stretches you — but doesn’t break you. I’ve seen too many good contractors stay stuck because they’re waiting for the “perfect time.” The truth is perfect never comes. You either manage risk or you get managed by it. So here’s the question: What’s the risk you’ve been avoiding that’s actually your next opportunity?The Crazy Path We Choose: Why Are We Really Doing This?
Let’s be honest, it takes a certain kind of crazy to walk away from a steady paycheck, health benefits, a pension, and 401(k)… …just to trade it for stress, uncertainty, no consistent work, and no safety net. And here we are. Every one of us who left a “sane” path to start our own thing made a decision that doesn’t make logical sense to most people. We chose the crazy path. Most people won’t understand that we didn’t choose this because it’s easy. Either way, When the stress hits, do you question it? When you look around at people with benefits and security, do you wonder if you made the wrong call?Do Electrical Contractors Understand Costs ?
I’m not talking about materials and labor. I’m talking about the real costs, not just the bare minimum ... the hidden stuff that slowly eats away at your margin while you’re out chasing the next job. After spending the last few months traveling with contractors across the country, I keep seeing the same problem: Everyone talks about revenue or price like it means anything So here I created another visual... A Blueprint to Understanding Cost — Because I’m tired of watching good contractors work hard and still stay broke. This is everything that goes into the number before you even think about profit. What do you guys think?HELP Too Many Electricians Google Prices — Not Enough Understand Margins
The last 6 months in our masterclass, we been talking with contractors throughout the USA- and one thing has shocked me personally about Electrical Contractors... Most electricians aren’t building pricing based on math, they’re just guessing. This is a shock to me because so many of us worked our A$$ off to apply and take the state exam. Yet, we fall back to asking Facebook or Googling “how much to charge for [x].” Another thing I saw was many copying what the other guy charges without knowing if he’s even profitable, or the fact their competitors have a different overhead. Am I the only one going crazy here? I built this visual as a blueprint for the trades. If you wire jobs with code compliance, you should price them with the same level of attention. What do you all think?
Starting a Mastermind Group for Wood Floor Refinishers
Hey All, I'm Scott Newman, the owner of NewRidge Refinishing Group Inc. We specialize in hardwood floor and staircase refinishing, as well as floor installations and complete staircase and railing renovations. I'm interested in forming a mastermind group of like-minded wood floor refinishers within this community. My goal is to create a space where we can "talk shop" and explore new sales and marketing strategies, discuss the latest products, and share ideas on how to better serve our clients. If you're interested in collaborating and growing together, let’s connect!Securing Sponsorships to Grow Our Racing Division & Commercial Detailing – Strategies & Advice?
My name is Shawn Sarbacker, and I’m the owner and driver at Aqualine Performance LLC, based in Nevada. We specialize in both commercial and residential detailing services and operate an expanding motorsports division that competes in professional Formula Continental events. What started as a one-man detailing business in 2023 has now grown into a multifaceted company built on precision, passion, and a strong foundation of values rooted in Colossians 3:23—doing everything with excellence and integrity. We’ve secured several local contracts for detailing and are steadily building a loyal client base. At the same time, our racing division has become a powerful marketing tool for our brand and we’re now actively pursuing paid sponsorship partners to take our exposure and performance to the next level. I’m reaching out to the Jobber community to ask: What are your strategies or advice for securing sponsorships? Especially those that are looking for visibility in motorsports or alignment with a premium brand in the automotive care space. Additionally, I’d love to hear any insights on how to use a growing platform like motorsports to attract new high-value commercial clients—fleet accounts, dealership groups, or corporate clients. I’m happy to share our approach with anyone interested and look forward to learning from your experiences too. Thanks in advance for any wisdom you’re willing to share! Warm regards, Shawn Sarbacker Aqualine Performance LLC Owner & DriverYour Best Marketing Ideas!
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