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@SSHHGardenservices 3 сағат бұрын
Good luck i started when i was 54, and done well enough out of it, nothing better than being your own gaffer. I will be interested in seeing how you get on. There will be plenty of🤣🫣🤔🍺👍 on the way.
@paulrowles9448 9 күн бұрын
Good luck i wish you all the best Its a great way of life
@theconstantgardener71 4 күн бұрын
Hi Paul, thanks for the kind wishes, fingers crossed 2025 will be the year I can really push on with it. Have a fantastic New Year.
@LewisgardenservicesLtd 13 күн бұрын
Have a good Christmas mate. I love working for myself mostly…well I did just look at my debtors list which wasn’t fun👍😬🤣
@theconstantgardener71 11 күн бұрын
You too my good friend. We all have bad days that make us rethink our decisions in life. I honestly couldn't see you working for the man, you're the captain of you're own ship. 👍 great new video buddy, that was a lot of hedge trimming, don't think I've ever seen so many random conifers! May your God help you and you're loved ones receive everything that fills you're life with joy and happiness. Peace and love to you all.
@MattNorris-ez6xf 16 күн бұрын
Wishing you a Merry Christmas. Keep your chin up. I'm sure things will work out one way or another. By the way, I like the music.
@theconstantgardener71 15 күн бұрын
Cheers Matt. Like I said, I'm a very positive person, so don't let it effect me. It's the not knowing or having a timeline in which I can put other plans into play that annoys the shit out of me. Cheers for the comments and I'll always try and keep the music on the rockier end of the scale. Hope you have a great Christmas.
@miltonkphotography1380 16 күн бұрын
If push comes to shove, Just go for it. You know what you're doing and enjoy it. Keep it simple, buy the good tools that are not too heavy on your body. Ask on here for suggestions, you'll do well you already have, it's easier than plastering.
@theconstantgardener71 16 күн бұрын
Cheers Milton. I've definitely noticed the difference using the battery tools. I'm no way near as tired at the end of a long day. Have a great Christmas and thanks for the support.
@andyawol5716 17 күн бұрын
Just found the channel, great honest first offering and looking forward to catching up with your future posts (or whatever they call them). You seem to be following exactly the same people as me, they have given me so much info too, although I still haven’t taken the plunge and started a business yet. One day I’ll get all my ducks in a row and take the leap, look forward to seeing your progress. Good luck and peace out and all that young person stuff ✌🏻
@theconstantgardener71 16 күн бұрын
Hi Andy, cheers for the comment. I think if it's something you really want to do you just have to go for it. I'm quite lucky that I'm able to start part time and work my way in gradually, but sometimes you just have to just have to have faith in your own abilities and just go for it. Have a great Christmas.
@GardenofKentGardener Ай бұрын
Liked the plant/growing content. More of it please 👍🏼👍🏼
@theconstantgardener71 16 күн бұрын
Hi, cheers for the comment. I plan to do a lot more of the plant and veg growing content going forward as it's something I love. Doing all the garden maintenance stuff is great, but you need something else to break it all up. Have a great Christmas.
@ijbji Ай бұрын
Another great little video. 100% with you about farmers and anyone that works the land. The most important job, with very little reward for the effort and time invested into it. The system has very shortsighted vision, destroying this industry for fast financial gain and no doubt boost to their investment portfolio. Can't say too much but plenty of lampposts and rope. As for the place currently working at, sorry to hear the added stress for your family, but the positive attitude is top notch, and as you said onwards and upwards. Good things will come to Good people.
@theconstantgardener71 Ай бұрын
Cheers buddy, nice to hear the support. The trick is not to get swallowed up in a void of self pity. You only have to look around you to realise that no matter how bad our situation is, there are a lot of people out there with far worse problems. I intend the next video to be a far happier episode. Thanks again for the comments.
@andymaynard8530 Ай бұрын
Very informative will be watching from now on.
@theconstantgardener71 Ай бұрын
Thanks Andy, much appreciated. Episode 7 just uploaded this morning. I apologies in advance as its a bit negative. Fingers crossed things will be looking up by the time I publish the next video. Thanks again for the kind comment.
@SelwynPritchard Ай бұрын
Cant beat a Honda HRH 536 4 wheeler or the pro roller mower had mine nearly 3 years and had no problem at all
@theconstantgardener71 Ай бұрын
Cheers for the comment Selwyn. I've had a good look at the Honda HRX 476 19", really liking what I see. Pretty expensive for my small setup at the moment, but may go down the reconditioned/second hand route. Time is on my side, so no immediate rush.
@Kabuti78 Ай бұрын
Keen to buy a new mower in November? It might be in the shed for a few months. Enjoying the vids.
@theconstantgardener71 Ай бұрын
Cheers for the comment. I'm in no rush to get the new(ish) mower, just thought I'd start doing my homework now. Plus I've seen quite a good few deals appearing from manufacturers as this is their traditional off season in the UK, so maybe a good time to get more bang for my buck.
@ijbji Ай бұрын
Another great video. Glad you recoup initial investment and good luck moving forward. The plant cuttings are great idea, I am lucky with some of customers I have as they encourage me to always take some cuttngs, and usually get some from the maintenance rubbish too. Vey neat and tidy raised beds etc. I need to sort out my home garden badly, but thankfully work is just too busy at the moment.
@theconstantgardener71 Ай бұрын
Thanks for the nice comments buddy. I've always loved the idea of cuttings it's basically free plants. If you're prepared to make the small effort to take cuttings or sow a fivers worth of bedding plants in March, you can sell these direct to your customers. Glad you're keeping busy.
@MattNorris-ez6xf Ай бұрын
Great job. I’m no expert, but the video footage looks fine with the action camera. What microphone set up do you have ? The sound quality is excellent 👍🏻
@theconstantgardener71 Ай бұрын
Thanks Matt. The microphone is a DJI Mic, i picked it up cheap from cash converters, so has a few bump, scratches and the internal battery doesn't hold a lot of charge, but it does ok for now. Thanks for the nice comments and I hope you continue watching. A new episode to be uploaded today/tomorrow, a little different from the norm. Hope you continue to enjoy.
@MattNorris-ez6xf Ай бұрын
I don’t suppose you could provide a link for the DJI microphone please ? Excuse my ignorance, but do you “wear the mic” with a transmitter attached to the Action Camera ? Complete novice here…. Hoping to go from Banking to Gardening one day. Will be following you to see your progress. Keep up the good work 👍🏻
@theconstantgardener71 Ай бұрын
Hi Matt, I would go for it my friend. I wish I had made the jump twenty years ago. The Dji Mic 1 or 2 can be used with any camera or smart phone that has a USB C port, the receiver just plugs in and connects to the mic. If you buy a Dji camera you don't need the receiver it has it built in.
@ijbji Ай бұрын
Great video, nice clean up. Once you get fully ontop of it, hopefully not so long a day for you. Some decent bits of kit, and really handy it stored on the job. As only starting part time, well worth one of the days on this contract, looks decent commercial job on the books.
@theconstantgardener71 Ай бұрын
Cheers for the comment. Yeah, the tools are great and really convenient to have them to hand on the job. I'm probably overthinking the fact I'm using one whole day a week on this job and possibly neglecting other business potential. If the money is coming in, I guess that's the name of the game.
@miltonkphotography1380 2 ай бұрын
That looks little a very good hedge trimmer.
@theconstantgardener71 Ай бұрын
It does the job.👍
@smartfactorgardenmaintenan4831 2 ай бұрын
Great Job. Enjoying following your journey, plus it will inspire others to make the same move also.
@theconstantgardener71 2 ай бұрын
Thanks for the nice comment.
@smartfactorgardenmaintenan4831 2 ай бұрын
Great Job. Enjoying following your journey, plus it will inspire others to make the same move also.
@theconstantgardener71 2 ай бұрын
Cheers buddy. Thank you for the support. Probably not the best time of year to start trying to run a garden maintenance business, but sometimes you just have to go for it. Exciting times ahead, fingers crossed. Thanks again.
@mcpheesgardeningservices 2 ай бұрын
Thanks Matthew really appreciate your positive mention of our channel..Hope for success in your channel and more to the success of your business..Mate one word of advice from an old timer nearly 4 decades in the business.." never die wondering " I just love this industry and really no matter where in the world we are the, its the same...work smarter not harder and never stop learning each day ! I am 70 and still running solo with my business and I always say how can I get better ,. All the best young fellow love you honest approach ,the channel is great !
@theconstantgardener71 2 ай бұрын
Thanks Geoff, really appreciated. I will listen to and implement all the advice I can get from professionals like yourself that are highly respected within the industry. Like you said, everyday is a school day. Thanks again.
@ijbji 2 ай бұрын
Nothing boring about it, nice little tidy up. Really like the small tree by the end of the fence. The sunshine has been great, but couple of lawns I went to yesterday, way to wet underfoot to mow. Looking forward to the next part of the yard tidy up.
@theconstantgardener71 2 ай бұрын
Cheers buddy. I think it's an apple tree of some type as neighbours have said it has beautiful blossom in the spring. Part 2 is going to be an ongoing project after the initial clearance. Just finding time or prioritising Job, business or home. Thanks again for all your support.
@gunton21 2 ай бұрын
Good video, nothing wrong with stihl equipment it's served us well for years, we use HLA 86 long reach hedge cutters.
@theconstantgardener71 2 ай бұрын
It's good gear my friend. Apart from the issues with the cheap second-hand trimmer I bought, it's been faultless so far. I have the added incentive of having a local Stihl dealership who's staff are unbelievably helpful, so that's another plus in my book. Thanks for commenting.
@owenparsons2972 2 ай бұрын
Good luck, I worry about the fact that you show the whole world you keep tools in your garage, I say this because I am very careful with my equipment but still the piky scum have just wiped me of about £6000 worth.
@theconstantgardener71 2 ай бұрын
I totally get where you're coming from Owen and also sympathise with you for having all your gear nicked. The garage is pretty secure and also alarmed. However, having stuff stolen over the years from vans, lockups and even high security retail premises. I am now very much of the opinion, if they want it, they'll get it. I just make it as awkward as possible and have good insurance. Sad state of affairs I'm afraid.
@StephenCheeseGardenServices 2 ай бұрын
Hello mate, Nice little video , Sorry I have been busy, I have a wife and three children , And a butt tonne of customers to look after , as well as making KZbin video's, Thanks for the shout outs and good luck with the gardening channel , Looks like you are off to a banging start. Made a little short for you today , I thought it was going to run for 3 minute's , but would not go up as three minute short 🤣 All The Best Steve 🧀
@theconstantgardener71 2 ай бұрын
I have commented on your video Steve, that is hugely generous of you and Marra, really appreciated. Glad your feeling a little better and no need to explain about having a busy schedule, modern life eh. Thanks again.
@JohnSheerin-v2b 2 ай бұрын
Good luck. All the best
@theconstantgardener71 2 ай бұрын
Thanks for the nice wishes John. Fingers crossed it will all go well. No doubt with a few ups and downs on the way.
@ijbji 2 ай бұрын
I recently purchased the long reach stihl battery trimmer, was a bit unsure as very expensive, and using other battery equipment, wasn't too impressed. Started out with a makita line strimmer, always needed loads of spare batteries to get through a whole days work. The stihl long reach was great investment, I still have regular stihl petrol hedge trimmer, more as a back up now.
@theconstantgardener71 2 ай бұрын
I know what you're saying. I loved the ease of the battery hedge trimmer but I do worry about having enough batteries and being able to afford them. I've just had a "heads up" today from another local gardener giving up and wanting to sell all his gear, it's all petrol but in good condition and practically giving it away. Still can't justify ot though.
@ijbji 2 ай бұрын
Good info, ty. I started about 12 months ago, was in building /plastering since high school. I have been doing kind of part time while still skimming. I was going to concentrate more in the new year to fully swap to gardening, as thought doing it over winter the work load drops off. Your video has been really helpfull, and also encouraged the "why wait for next year" in my mind. Good luck and looking forward to more content on the progress.
@theconstantgardener71 2 ай бұрын
Thanks for the comment. I guess you can plan as much as you want but the clock is always ticking in the background. Sometimes you just have to go for it. The benefit of having the plastering gig in your back pocket is always going to be a plus if times get a little tight. Good luck to you too,
@lesblandford1382 2 ай бұрын
Great video Matthew and a job well done. Keep up the good work.
@theconstantgardener71 2 ай бұрын
Thanks so much for the nice comment. Lot of work coming in, so looks like I'll be getting plenty of practice.
@mattreed8024 2 ай бұрын
Still 18 degrees on the south Cornish coast today 🙌 sorry 😬😂
@theconstantgardener71 2 ай бұрын
Cheers Matt, you guys always get better weather than up here. Everyone thinks I'm mad being up here and not back down in the Shire.
@andyharris6379 2 ай бұрын
Good luck 👍
@theconstantgardener71 2 ай бұрын
Thanks Andy, much appreciated. 👍
@gunton21 2 ай бұрын
Interesting video. Look forward to the next one.
@theconstantgardener71 2 ай бұрын
Thanks for the comment. New video should be uploaded tonight. Let me know if you want any particular content going forward. I would prefer the channel to be led by the people watching rather than me just blathering on. Thanks again.👍
@gunton21 2 ай бұрын
@theconstantgardener71 video reminds me of when I started out 35 years ago with a mortgage two children and about £300 in the bank, I handed in my notice at work and worried for the next few weeks it all turned out OK in the end.
@theconstantgardener71 2 ай бұрын
@@gunton21 Sometimes you just have to take the chance and believe in your own ability. Well done.
@matthewballer7721 2 ай бұрын
You didn't include the cost of registering your company or didn't you bother 🤣
@theconstantgardener71 2 ай бұрын
Hi Matthew, great name by the way. No I haven't, I am running as a sole trader at the moment. Fingers crossed if this can become something better then maybe I can look at possibly Ltd status and VAT registration. Thanks for watching and for the comment.👍
@EthanBlake-fh3mg 2 ай бұрын
Keep it up
@theconstantgardener71 2 ай бұрын
Thank you Ethan. Fingers crossed another video on the way soon.
@sgm-gardenmaintenance7408 2 ай бұрын
Good luck with your journey matey. Wish you the best of luck. When the budget allows see if there’s a little parish magazine or local newspaper in your area. Also I use Imovie for editing it’s fairly. Idiot proof. I can cope with it. Best of luck.
@theconstantgardener71 2 ай бұрын
Thanks so much Sam. Always great hearing from people in the trade who I respect. Definitely need to expand my marketing strategy past google and Facebook into something like a parish magazine etc. Thanks again
@LewisgardenservicesLtd 2 ай бұрын
Thanks for the shout out and good luck with the new business and the KZbin channel.... neither are easy unless I'm doing it wrong 😂 Us 'lifers' often wish we had a safe job.... maybe my second career will be in an office 🤔😅 were you at Groundsfest? Again good luck and any advice I might be able to offer hit me up👍
@theconstantgardener71 2 ай бұрын
Cheers Nath👍 Yeah, safe is great to a certain point, it just sort of reminds me of condoms! No I didn't make ground fest, didn't trust myself looking at new shiny gear. Thanks for the kind words and I may need your sage advice, so thanks again.