In this episode, I had the opportunity to interview a handyman from across the pond – Will Lingard.
Will is a great guy who shares helpful tips and insights based on his nine years in business as a professional handyman.
Here’s a sample of what we discuss in this interview:
- What’s important to affluent customers
- How focusing on sustainability helps his business
- What he enjoys about his business
- How he deals with customers who say he’s too expensive
- How he runs multiple businesses by subcontracting jobs
- How he hired his first helper
- Why business isn’t always a straight line
- Why being a good person is more important than your home repair skills
- And more.
HS054 – Pro handyman from the UK shares his story – Interview with Will LingardAbout Will Lingard
Will lives in the United Kingdom and owns and operates Surrey Hills Handyman.
Will used to work with a company that set up outdoor PA systems. Although he loved the work, it involved a lot of travel. He wanted to be closer to his family. When his father-in-law recommended becoming an electrician, it sparked the idea of starting a handyman business.
He quickly jumped online, found Handyman Startup, devoured all the content, invested in my courses, and launched his business while providing services from a small sedan.
That was over nine years ago. Today, he enjoys a profitable business that gives him freedom, flexibility, and a sense of agency.
Hi Dan! I’m a journalist working on an article for Consumer Reports about handymen. I’ve been trying to reach you so figured I’d try here too! I’d love to interview you, hope to hear from you.
Hi Ellen, I’d be happy to answer some questions. I sent you an email.