HOW I BUILT MY BUSINESS , 80% HAND SHAKE ,20% PHYSICAL.

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Buckin' Billy Ray Smith

Buckin' Billy Ray Smith

6 жыл бұрын

IN ORDER TO WOW THE CROWDS WITH YOU WORKMANSHIP , NO MATTER WHAT LINE OF WORK .,, YOU NEED TO FIRST GET THE JOB. THEN THE REAL OPPORTUNITY IS UPON YOU . YOU GO BROTHER AND SISTERS,, YOU GO ...

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@dondupuis7798
@dondupuis7798 6 жыл бұрын
More business should have this plan. Good for you Buckin........ Cheers D
@snowman6678
@snowman6678 6 жыл бұрын
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@theironhorse6600
@theironhorse6600 6 жыл бұрын
Spot on buckin! Every word is true! Go the extra mile! Always have and always will!
@snowman6678
@snowman6678 6 жыл бұрын
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@theironhorse6600
@theironhorse6600 6 жыл бұрын
SNOWMAN66 thanks snowman. Coming from you that means a lot!
@pm270100
@pm270100 6 жыл бұрын
sell yourself be happy dont mouth off to much give them something to think about/// why i like this bloke you will get the job i been at since the 80s
@snowman6678
@snowman6678 6 жыл бұрын
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@weezer8550
@weezer8550 6 жыл бұрын
Great Advice!
@andrewsarboricultureuk6168
@andrewsarboricultureuk6168 6 жыл бұрын
Always try to exceed expectations
@Slyder2828
@Slyder2828 6 жыл бұрын
Well said! Be the TOTAL PACKAGE!
@snowman6678
@snowman6678 6 жыл бұрын
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@markwinblad5867
@markwinblad5867 6 жыл бұрын
You never have a second chance to make a first impression!
@snowman6678
@snowman6678 6 жыл бұрын
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@sawdog7072
@sawdog7072 6 жыл бұрын
That's right buckin the best way to treat people is the kind way works for me people always respond to positivity
@snowman6678
@snowman6678 6 жыл бұрын
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@kevinwenzel324
@kevinwenzel324 6 жыл бұрын
That's good advice. Remember never go back on your word even if you break even or lose a little learn from it . If the customer tells 20 people they were happy with your work they will tell 40 if they weren't happy.
@snowman6678
@snowman6678 6 жыл бұрын
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@w0rsel
@w0rsel 6 жыл бұрын
Love it buckin'.
@snowman6678
@snowman6678 6 жыл бұрын
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@mjp1802
@mjp1802 6 жыл бұрын
Great video Buckin, and thank you for sharing it.
@snowman6678
@snowman6678 6 жыл бұрын
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@mjp1802
@mjp1802 6 жыл бұрын
SNOWMAN66 sorry I don't get in the comments more often. I will try to more frequently. I subscribed right around the 4,000 subscriber mark. Hope everyone is doing well.
@larryfowler7760
@larryfowler7760 6 жыл бұрын
Buckin, great advice for folks building a business, I’ve had a landscaping and lawn service for 13 years and I have had made many friends working for them. I have always found the above and beyond my bids to do for them and every time it was so appreciated. And friends it doesn’t matter if it’s a $100 job or $500,000 and I’ve done them both and all in between. Show them you appreciate them and the opportunity to serve them. Great video buddy! Love you all!
@snowman6678
@snowman6678 6 жыл бұрын
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@jasonharlan6100
@jasonharlan6100 6 жыл бұрын
I work full time for the railroad but my side work is lawn care and tree trimming and removal. All the business that I do is from word of mouth. Other customers telling other people. I have to say I am always busy from it! I don’t have the nicest truck and my lawn tractor is from the 80s but I maintain everything and take pride in my work! Your advice Buckin is spot on!
@snowman6678
@snowman6678 6 жыл бұрын
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@gerbutt
@gerbutt 6 жыл бұрын
“I’m just using me because I’m here”, haha that made me spit my ice cream out buddy 😂
@snowman6678
@snowman6678 6 жыл бұрын
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@itzOLE3
@itzOLE3 6 жыл бұрын
Haha that cracked me up too
@lukecarvell798
@lukecarvell798 5 жыл бұрын
Made spit my coffee out
@gregbrown9271
@gregbrown9271 6 жыл бұрын
The word of mouth is outstanding advertising it's better than yellow pages did side jobs after work and weekends for 10 years then I thought what am I doing went on my own and 27 years can prove it and my help is on pay roll state and federal social security unemployment and workmen comp not the cash under the table employees and I was always on job and pay one way to job guys got ride to job site it has be fun I would never change a thing 😎👍👍👍be safe friends
@snowman6678
@snowman6678 6 жыл бұрын
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@gregbrown9271
@gregbrown9271 6 жыл бұрын
SNOWMAN66 thank you don't no where your from friend I'm from South Wisconsin and it is HOT take care 🍻👍
@andrewsarboricultureuk6168
@andrewsarboricultureuk6168 6 жыл бұрын
Absolutely buckin Turn everything to GOLD I'm a man of service 2
@snowman6678
@snowman6678 6 жыл бұрын
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@andrewsarboricultureuk6168
@andrewsarboricultureuk6168 6 жыл бұрын
SNOWMAN66 I'm here from time to time but my heart is always with this channel .
@ducewags
@ducewags 6 жыл бұрын
That was AWESOME.... I trim trees for free, some times more then I like its a massive oak or maple with a house or garage lean. I started in 2008 mowing lawns for the elderly in my town, it started as 3 lawns. I'm up to 14 lawns and the local funeral home. To put a perspective on it, I was hatched in April of 73 and retired in 2008 from building race cars and engines. I have never been so happy in my life as I am now just helping out where and when needed. A cup of coffee and a smile is all I need to keep me going. Thanks for the videos and the story's in them. BACON.
@OlyArmsAR15
@OlyArmsAR15 6 жыл бұрын
duce wags that’s very kind of you helping the elderly people in your community. I would be skeptical of the funeral home though. Those places run such a racket... they surely have money to pay a landscaper (or you)!
@ducewags
@ducewags 6 жыл бұрын
Mickey Colgan. Oh they pay, that's for sure. The funeral home has problems keeping a "handyman" around that is on call for snow removal in the winter and general property maintenance during the summer. Kids now days don't want to work for $20 an hour, I guess the internet and gaming has broken more then we have known now days. I guess the thought of 2 feet of snow at a time on call frightens people away from work, or just the thought of manual labor.
@snowman6678
@snowman6678 6 жыл бұрын
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@MWiles123
@MWiles123 6 жыл бұрын
Excellent advice as usual, I can't believe there was a thumbs down on this... LOL... I would only add: There is always someone looking for a reason, so don't give them one if you can help it... Also remember, besides the word of mouth, that you have an audience looking on. Especially in this line of work. I used get most of my follow-up business from neighborhood on-lookers. It was always a boost when they would wait patiently for me, to get out of a tree, just to ask me if I had time to come give them an estimate on theirs.... I would frequently give my guys your same good advice. And then prove it, with weeks of more work, with the same Neighbors.
@snowman6678
@snowman6678 6 жыл бұрын
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@mikeyyoyo6464
@mikeyyoyo6464 6 жыл бұрын
Nice one Buckin 👏👏👏. 😇❤️👍
@snowman6678
@snowman6678 6 жыл бұрын
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@isaacmercado7216
@isaacmercado7216 6 жыл бұрын
Hey Buckin Isaacs Poppop here. Real quick naturally your spot on. All you said is the way it is 100%. Got a go. Your the man Peace and love.
@snowman6678
@snowman6678 6 жыл бұрын
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@spencerwilkinson4068
@spencerwilkinson4068 6 жыл бұрын
Well said buckin!
@snowman6678
@snowman6678 6 жыл бұрын
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@paulbishop5419
@paulbishop5419 6 жыл бұрын
Like we always say here..... " a bad name travels faster than a good one".... Buckin has some great advice here guys
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@snowman6678 6 жыл бұрын
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@woodsidegardenservices428
@woodsidegardenservices428 6 жыл бұрын
You are 100% right buckin I've been in business for 9 years now and I have come across this so many time. If you are kind and polite you will 90% of the time get the job. One again buckin great advice.
@michaelremski8295
@michaelremski8295 6 жыл бұрын
Cell phones are the bane of customers. "Hey I'm here in front of you, talk to me. Don't pay attention to your phone".
@snowman6678
@snowman6678 6 жыл бұрын
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@jontheroofer1968
@jontheroofer1968 6 жыл бұрын
I couldn't agree more with everything you said buckin. I've run my business the same way you run yours for 11 years now, and this year I am yanking all of my advertising because I just don't have any time for everyone that isn't a referral :-) as contractors, we are our customers champions. As long as we act like it, we will never need work. Not after a few years anyway :-) great video brother. I think you just helped a lot of young guys out
@snowman6678
@snowman6678 6 жыл бұрын
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@brianrummel966
@brianrummel966 6 жыл бұрын
I’m just a number where i work but I’m a good number. I’m happy 😃 every day no matter what I’m doing. Peace and love to all
@michaelremski8295
@michaelremski8295 6 жыл бұрын
"I'm happy because me being happy gets everyone else annoyed" :)
@brianrummel966
@brianrummel966 6 жыл бұрын
Michael Remski yes that too lol 😂👍
@snowman6678
@snowman6678 6 жыл бұрын
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@michelraymond286
@michelraymond286 6 жыл бұрын
You right buddy! A good hand shake its the bigest part of the contract! Love that!🤙
@robertgilkerson8517
@robertgilkerson8517 6 жыл бұрын
Great advice Billy and you are so right it's all about the experience. If to people are equally qualified it all boils down to which one you like. Have a great day brother and keep spreading the love.
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@snowman6678 6 жыл бұрын
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@robertgilkerson8517
@robertgilkerson8517 6 жыл бұрын
SNOWMAN66 thanks
@birchwoodfella9398
@birchwoodfella9398 6 жыл бұрын
You're soooo right, Buckin! So true.
@BuckinBillyRaySmith
@BuckinBillyRaySmith 6 жыл бұрын
GREAT TO SEE YOU SIR
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@kolbycowan4864
@kolbycowan4864 6 жыл бұрын
Have a good weekend bud
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@snowman6678 6 жыл бұрын
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@michaelremski8295
@michaelremski8295 6 жыл бұрын
Rules I learned from my Father in law: keep the trucks clean. clean up at the end of the day, heck even during the day if you need to. pick up your tools, keep them in good order. Don't just think of this job, think of them as a repeat customer.
@brianrummel966
@brianrummel966 6 жыл бұрын
Michael Remski excellent rules 👍
@michaelremski8295
@michaelremski8295 6 жыл бұрын
Yes they are. Clean trucks, first thing we look for in someone coming to our house. We were looking for a new plumber; going to work one morning (early) was behind someone at a light. Nice clean truck for first thing in the morning. Wrote down the name and number and website. We've been using them for about 7 yrs now.
@mooman86
@mooman86 6 жыл бұрын
Yup, if they care for their equipment, they care for their work is how I look at it.
@snowman6678
@snowman6678 6 жыл бұрын
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@ducarty1188
@ducarty1188 6 жыл бұрын
Right on the money Buckin, exceptional advice mate.
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@snowman6678 6 жыл бұрын
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@treewisemenllc7281
@treewisemenllc7281 6 жыл бұрын
Yes, Buckin', Yes. I needed to hear this. Subconsciously i already did, but this was the icing on the cake that "owed" the party. The only thing i think i would have put a bit more emphasis on, which you had touched is; quality of your work. Be up front with what you can and cannot accomplish comfortably. There's nothing wrong with recognizing those things and being up front and honest. As a business owner of a residential tree company that's been rapidly growing, this is fantastic advice an makes me giddy to tackle the estimates i have lined up for Monday! Thanks Buckin'!
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@snowman6678 6 жыл бұрын
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@earniederboven5100
@earniederboven5100 15 күн бұрын
i had a lawn care business and did a job for a lady and did extra work that i didnt have to do..and come to find out she was a real estate company and ended up doing all the lawn care work for the real estate company a total of 125 lawn care and brush work.... you do an extra good job and extra work it pays off...
@johnsuch5914
@johnsuch5914 6 жыл бұрын
A great work ethic my Brother...Good man !!! A great way to do LIFE !!!!
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@randysmith8604
@randysmith8604 6 жыл бұрын
Bucking you couldn’t be more right on the money!!!! Love the attitude!! I am a truck driver delivering freight. My customers love me because of being happy when I show up and taking care of them . Other drivers show grumpy and don’t have a personality. !! You have to show them they are a person nor just a dollar
@snowman6678
@snowman6678 6 жыл бұрын
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@GmaAlice
@GmaAlice 6 жыл бұрын
Welcome all new subscribers. Absolutely! You have to sell your self as the fight person to do the job doing it in good taste. Going the extra mile on a job will get your name out there very quickly. Everything you said is correct and will have you more recommendations for jobs than you can keep up with because you did the job right and conducted yourself in a professional manner. My oldest daughter had a company come in to do some tree work and they were a disappointment. They were everything you were saying not to be. Needless to say they won't be called for the next job. Hope the young guys listen to your wisdom and start out right to become the success they want to be. Thanks for sharing your experience and words of caution for them in starting out. Hope you have an awesome weekend!
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@snowman6678 6 жыл бұрын
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@traynegrau8248
@traynegrau8248 6 жыл бұрын
You couldn't be any righter Buckin been doing it for 26years and have never advertised word of mouth only have plenty of work kindness and positivity go leaps and bounds!!👍👍👍👍👍 Peace to day Buckin Army!#AXE OF KINDNESS
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@snowman6678 6 жыл бұрын
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@mathewclark6971
@mathewclark6971 6 жыл бұрын
Just be kind...and thoughtful
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@mathewclark6971
@mathewclark6971 6 жыл бұрын
SNOWMAN66 thank you for the thank you....this is such a happy positive place :)
@Chase-Chase
@Chase-Chase 6 жыл бұрын
Buckin this video is 100% correct! Great video, great business practice, very helpful to the army! I’m extremely greatful you made this. Keep up the great work and thanks for your efforts making all your videos. Be kind friends!
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@snowman6678 6 жыл бұрын
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@briandhinz952
@briandhinz952 6 жыл бұрын
ABSOLUTELY !!!! If I make a mistake on pricing I take the hit , never double back on the money . Give the customer quality time , hang out , get know each other ... I work 100% by word of mouth .
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@briandhinz952
@briandhinz952 6 жыл бұрын
People love to tell stories . Will the story that is told about you be a good one ?
@chrisgilbert2152
@chrisgilbert2152 3 жыл бұрын
67 yrs old, 3 successful business', live by this, confirming your advice.. NO PASSION, NO PRIDE!!
@llanman81
@llanman81 6 жыл бұрын
Buckin, that is the exact advise that most folks in business for themselves need to hear. I ran my boat repair business for 11 years with zero advertisement cost. All word of mouth from one boat owner to the next. Show up when you say you will, be up front about the cost and treat their property like it was your own. You will never lack work once that kind of reputation is established. Great video my friend, well done!!!
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@snowman6678 6 жыл бұрын
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@allanhughes7859
@allanhughes7859 3 жыл бұрын
This is so so true Iwas in food for over 25 years I then retierd and started cutting grass just to keep doing something I always cleared up after me I always spent time even if i had no time talking to the customer I always did what I said I would do when I said I would do it but the most imortant thing i do /did is SMILE My grass cutting days got out of hand due to the demand and now I have to pass work to others but thats also good they are young and want work I also made sure my price was right never ever price a job by what you think they can afford big house does not mean big price The price should always always be fair and honest if you follow these rules you will do well at whatever you do and Billy is 110% right in what he says so listen to him on this one !!!! even if you get it wrong stand by your word because your word will follow you through life end of lecture but just thought it worth saying
@Joesdifferent
@Joesdifferent 6 жыл бұрын
I’ve been saying this for years Make the homeowners love you before they meet you That first phone call is your shot!!!! I tell my son 100 times a day it’s about becoming a household name you have to make The homeowner and every homeowner remember you were there God bless you my brother
@snowman6678
@snowman6678 6 жыл бұрын
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@yardlooper7451
@yardlooper7451 6 жыл бұрын
Yuppers! Treating your customers fair will make positive impressions on people you've never even met. I was doing small engine work a few years back and an old boy brought me a snowblower in the middle of the summer. Said "it runs fine but don't shut it off or it won't start till tomorrow" 🙄. With a smile I said "ya I'll take a look at it". -come to find out his brother told him about me over a cup of coffee that morning and he couldn't wait to meet me. (I knew his brother for years) In small business - once word hits the coffee shop it'll either make ya or break ya! Your choice, so do work you can stand proud of. Thanks for the talk Buckin'!
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@snowman6678 6 жыл бұрын
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@huckmiller1971
@huckmiller1971 6 жыл бұрын
You have to go above & beyond ! To a point ! I always did what I said I would do ! Always be on time , never miss an appointment ! You can't be an old Crab ! If you don't like people ,get a job somewhere ! What do you think Billy ?
@BuckinBillyRaySmith
@BuckinBillyRaySmith 6 жыл бұрын
WE HAVE ALL REAPED THE BENEFITS OF OUR ACTIONS THUS FAR AND WILL CONTINUE TO DO SO AS LONG AS THERE IS NATURAL LAWS OF THE UNIVERSE,, SUCH AS ACTION AND RE-ACTION KARMA IF YOU WILL
@snowman6678
@snowman6678 6 жыл бұрын
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@stephendickson9000
@stephendickson9000 3 жыл бұрын
When the phone goes in front of a client answer it and say "can I call you back shortly, just having a meeting with a client" They both LOVE it!
@johnayris406
@johnayris406 6 жыл бұрын
You are a smart man in Business and in life, Billy! Love your videos and message! Great advice to people out there!
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@snowman6678 6 жыл бұрын
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@bill154cub
@bill154cub 6 жыл бұрын
Hard work = success, honesty = success, word of mouth is spread more today because of the internet it reaches out to millions of people. Godbless buckin
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@snowman6678 6 жыл бұрын
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@kristofszobacsi5123
@kristofszobacsi5123 3 жыл бұрын
Im so genuinely happy to be part of this channel, this mindset, this workethic, this vision on life and behaviour is the best guide i could've asked for. Thank you for this inspiring and beautiful content friend!
@Elkmonger
@Elkmonger 4 жыл бұрын
Nice video Buckin'. I tell my employees "People first, project second, profit last". If we take care of people and take care of our work we'll all make money. I'm 49 the one thing I've learned from being self employed that I'd like to share with the young fellas is it's extremely important to remain hungry and motivated when business is going great. It's easy to skate when it's going great. Don't fall for it. I really enjoy the videos. Thanks for sharing. Be safe.
@danerwinde7717
@danerwinde7717 6 жыл бұрын
I wouldn't expect anything less from you.
@danerwinde7717
@danerwinde7717 6 жыл бұрын
you have literally helped me in jus about every aspect of my life, I can honestly admit as a business owner that I learned something today. Man of Service.
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@josephmorris8620
@josephmorris8620 9 ай бұрын
Hey Buckin. I've been logging for about 6 months now. My boss is almost 60, been totin' a saw since his teens. We just started a small walnut/maple job on this older couple's farm today. On the way home from work, my boss said he logged on their property 30 years ago. He's logged the man's parents' farm as well, and some of their other relatives. They called him. Everything you said in this video rings true in this situation; my boss went the extra mile in his younger years so he can still have work now, and lord willing I'll learn from him.
@bespokefencing
@bespokefencing 6 жыл бұрын
Hi Buckin', You hit the nail right on the head with this video! Just what I always tried to do back in the day ! I would like to have all my students and trainees see this video as part of their professional development before they enter the world of work. Thanks for your enthusiasm and positivity!
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@kyles9316
@kyles9316 6 жыл бұрын
Awesome video Buckin I swear I just heard my grandfather speak again don’t mean to go deep but that’s what he imbedded in us we’ve been farming and cutting fire wood since 1954 when the grandfather came here from Germany and still operating today thanks again love the axes and shine on pal
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@sawsurgeon
@sawsurgeon 6 жыл бұрын
14 days, 18 hours, 12 minutes and 39 seconds 'till BUCKINSTOCK! Howdy Folks! GREAT STUFF indeed. In an age when people oftentimes feel short-cheated, they are almost always wowed to receive more than they expect. Bidding the job right is sooo crucial. Many will bid it cheap simply to land the job, then try to bilk the customer out of whatever savings they had expected to gain from going with the low bid in the first place. Being clear about what they can expect will often help them to understand the difference in your bid. If you underbid you are much less likely to go the extra mile... I call it being short-sighted. Excellent chat Buckin' 'Ol Boy! Be Kind, Be Blessed!
@sawsurgeon
@sawsurgeon 6 жыл бұрын
Hey Christine... Yep, yer the only one... Nobody else is crazy enough to do such a thing! The counter I am using would not let me punch in the exact time of the event opening, so my numbers are a 'lil rough, but they're close! Looking forwards to meeting you as well and all of the other Soldiers of Kindness that are fortunate enough to make the trek! Blessings!
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@hardwoodhitman5131
@hardwoodhitman5131 6 жыл бұрын
Buckin I’ve been in telecom from every perspective and very successful for 25 years. From install, day 2 support, sales, and sales support. You hit the nail on the head. If you put the customer first if sincerely care about them. Winning is a given. Presentation is everything
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@lukecarvell798
@lukecarvell798 5 жыл бұрын
Hey billy Luke here I'm 33 have had my new tree service for 2 years and been climbing almost 8 years. Just wanted to say you are so very right about everything you said. I like to cover my customers in kindness and always do a little extra for them on the job.
@mooman86
@mooman86 6 жыл бұрын
Need to show this video to contractors and workers around this part of Wisconsin. Never in my life have I had such a hard time to even get people to show up ! Contacted 5 tree people last year to trim around power lines. One took a look but never came back with a quote, others never even stopped by. Ended up buying equipment and doing it myself. Got tired of constantly contacting them over and over. Neighbors have the same issues. Blows my mind. Not just tree work, but yard rolling, asphalt, plumbers and electrical... blows my mind. Anyways... great vid, I like your advice vids !! Cant all be axes and cuttin! Love your attitude and knowledge bud
@snowman6678
@snowman6678 6 жыл бұрын
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@jeffreyrubish347
@jeffreyrubish347 6 жыл бұрын
MooMan86 Where in WI? I'm in the southern half, near Madison.
@mooman86
@mooman86 6 жыл бұрын
Jeffrey Rubish Mayville. Mr Landfill Rat is in the Madison area
@thenorthener6855
@thenorthener6855 6 жыл бұрын
Very true... honesty, sincerity, positivity and a love for the work you do will, in most cases, get you the job... of course the right qualifications and price will help, but in my experience people are willing to pay a little more if the guy or lady who's gonna do the job are kind and sincere and goes that extra mile for their customer…
@snowman6678
@snowman6678 6 жыл бұрын
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@jimscott64
@jimscott64 3 жыл бұрын
Great advice Buckin'! And one thing is for sure. There is ABSOLUTELY NO BETTER ADVERTISING, than word of mouth. It beats telephone books, t.v. commercials, billboard, etc. It just can't be beat. And what you are telling folks is no better way than to get word of mouth advertising. Many years ago I worked for an uncle of mine who had a carpet laying business. He Never Ever advertised in any way. We could have worked 7 days a week, his business was that good. And the reason he did so well was because he had the same set of skills that you are talking about. Good job. Jim
@shahriariran44
@shahriariran44 4 жыл бұрын
That is the kind of advice that if put to work makes your business thrive and makes the people around you happy. ❤
@theoldbigmoose
@theoldbigmoose 6 жыл бұрын
People expect the job to be done, but are purchasing an "experience." Treat them with respect, answer their questions, allay their fears, and most of all 'be kind!' I think I have heard that last one many times here before. Bukckin' is giving great advice for everyone who is walking the journey of life.
@snowman6678
@snowman6678 6 жыл бұрын
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@jacklabloom635
@jacklabloom635 5 жыл бұрын
You are exactly right, Billy Ray. Young people, who want to get started in a business, should watch this video. I wish more people had your work ethic.
@riggerup
@riggerup Жыл бұрын
Buckin' this is absolutely one of the best bits of advice for anyone in the service industry. Your mentorship of everyone who watches your channel and those who then pay it forward, either by action or by explaining. Thank you so much buckin'. Love you brother.
@Randomoccurences1
@Randomoccurences1 6 жыл бұрын
JESUS BUCKIN!!!!! That speach is makin me wanna go door to door!!!!! Thank you for the guidence!!!! I have a ladder,16" powersaw, hand saw, double bit and a splitter. Tryin to get a job at a local tree service but would love to do small jobs on the side.....extra couple hundred bucks would be a huge help!!! Ive got all the P.P.E. I need(which you never wear!) and some novice know-how so I gotta start small. Thanks again for exsisting---BDG
@mikeyyoyo6464
@mikeyyoyo6464 6 жыл бұрын
Randomoccurences1 cracking comment friend, time to knock doors everyone started small good luck to ya 💪❤️👍
@snowman6678
@snowman6678 6 жыл бұрын
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@gotahvcls
@gotahvcls 6 жыл бұрын
Interesting wonderful logo on your shirt, Billy Ray. Typically, I avoid adverts on my shirts. This message, Kindness, makes me smile. Honestly, I'll start this day with a better attitude with some increased warmth for my neighbors. I'm smiling just thinking.
@timothysullivan4130
@timothysullivan4130 Жыл бұрын
GREAT advice for the youngsters just starting out. Your work reflects WHO YOU ARE. Be honest, polite, friendly and you will do well.
@jimgrovergolf
@jimgrovergolf 2 жыл бұрын
Hey Buckin. This is what it’s all about my friend. I’ve been in small business all my life and I don’t think anyone could spell this out any better than you just did.. really enjoy your videos. Started following you because dad was a logger when I was born. Dozers, skidders and chain saws excite me still today, and the old McCulloch saws still make the blood pump. Bust on my friend!
@waynetharp
@waynetharp 6 жыл бұрын
Good stuff... Being 20 plus years self employed my favorite experiences are when the customers want to feed the whole crew! They so appreciate what we are doing they want a sit down meal to personal get to know everybody and say thank you. The only downfall is the spreads these farm wives put out completely knock the crew out especially after pie at the end! 😀
@waynetharp
@waynetharp 6 жыл бұрын
Oh...and treat em fair a few times and they won't even bother calling anybody else!
@snowman6678
@snowman6678 6 жыл бұрын
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@gcrsmallengine8836
@gcrsmallengine8836 6 жыл бұрын
Thanks Billy! This is exactly what I needed to hear! Helped me refocus on why I opened my small engine shop in the first place! No more “number” for me! Much appreciated.
@snowman6678
@snowman6678 6 жыл бұрын
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@bearpawtimber8739
@bearpawtimber8739 5 жыл бұрын
I want to experience the "Buckin Billy Ray experience" in the most platonic way possible. Love your channel brother. You are a very wise human being.
@DW-ph2xg
@DW-ph2xg 4 жыл бұрын
Something I learned 40 yrs ago, always successful. Well said BR, hopefully the kids are listenin.
@johnbernstein203
@johnbernstein203 6 жыл бұрын
Buckin'....word of mouth is the best advertising!
@snowman6678
@snowman6678 6 жыл бұрын
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@ralphcure127
@ralphcure127 5 жыл бұрын
Good stuff buckin! I always try to "provide more service than I get paid for" treating customers how you want to be treated it's that simple!! Spread KINDNESS friends!
@tomlandefeld3601
@tomlandefeld3601 6 жыл бұрын
This is the BEST business advice ever. I am a firm believer in the "Golden Rule"!!
@finalfencing
@finalfencing 6 жыл бұрын
I'm on the job from Hell at the moment. That info is so timely. Lets put it to the test!
@snowman6678
@snowman6678 6 жыл бұрын
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@506curtis
@506curtis 5 жыл бұрын
Couldn't agree more. Putting caps on prices and sticking to your word no matter what, and once you start calling your long term customers your friends that's when you know that your business is going to last for the long haul and things get easier. People will always call you first and are willing to wait until your available. A honest successful business is a network of friendship and trust. It's not about trying to get rich on your first job its about building a good network of people who trust you and will be loyal for the long haul. Work your ass off care about your customers and be kind and then you can never fail
@mitchenos9033
@mitchenos9033 6 жыл бұрын
Great advice and right on the money! Thanks Buckin for the positivity. Love every minute of it!
@gregtaylor8327
@gregtaylor8327 6 жыл бұрын
Old values and good manners cost us nothing. Great advise for anyone Buckin. Great video.
@snowman6678
@snowman6678 6 жыл бұрын
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@spencermcginty9812
@spencermcginty9812 6 жыл бұрын
You can learn a lot from a mans handshake! I could t agree more about being good enough!! Love to you and the family buckin❤️
@snowman6678
@snowman6678 6 жыл бұрын
See you soon!!! How was your Birthday buddy!?!?
@marcmunyon2675
@marcmunyon2675 4 жыл бұрын
Never thought about that part. Couldnt be more true! Thanks for your time and advice buckin!
@hhcosminnet
@hhcosminnet 5 жыл бұрын
You really get it man! Be on time, be honest, be confident, be polite, set correct expectations, take pride in what you do, do the work the best you can, get paid repeatedly by the customer and their friends and family. Thank you for remembering those to me! For me me it is most important that I can trust you. If you manage that I will return to you exclusively and recommend you with confidence.
@alaskabradgilgus8477
@alaskabradgilgus8477 4 жыл бұрын
WISDOM OF LIFE!!!!! ALL ASPECTS 1000 % ACCURATE. I DEAL WITH EXACTLY WHAT BUCKIN IS SHARING. BE KIND AND GO THAT EXTRA STEP IN EVERYTHING !!!! ALASKA BRAD
@robertpowell2746
@robertpowell2746 5 жыл бұрын
Are exactly right Buckin I workd for a manufacturing facility for 43 years as a Millwright I always gave it 100% And when I left the job site it look like I was never there. When the next break down come along they would say go back there and get that guy in the millwright shop so what you're saying is 100% right.
@chrisevans8308
@chrisevans8308 4 жыл бұрын
Dude is so down to earth and in check. Nothing but respect for you bro!!
@troytreeguy
@troytreeguy 6 жыл бұрын
Buckin this is great advise! The go a little further and do some extra for the customer is important. My grandfather my father and myself have built successful businesses focusing on solving the customers problems. Our world could use more business like US! BE WELL ALL
@snowman6678
@snowman6678 6 жыл бұрын
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@benwillis2748
@benwillis2748 6 жыл бұрын
I just watched and love this video! 80% vs 20% is right. I love your videos and I will continue to watch all that I can. Thanks for putting your stuff online. Freakin love it bro!!! Keep it up!
@nathanbolender8187
@nathanbolender8187 4 жыл бұрын
Thanks Buckin. I just got licensed, bonded, and insured. This kind of info is priceless.
@billsegler9880
@billsegler9880 6 жыл бұрын
Gosh, I just love this guy more and more! I tell the new people at work the exact same thing when they ask. Thank you for putting it so well. Welcome new folks, subscribe to the fun! Spread love and kindness and a helping hand.
@zanewright2763
@zanewright2763 3 жыл бұрын
Thank you Billy, I am planning on saving money over the summer to eventually start my own firewood business in the fall and this gave me a ton of insight on the business side of things. Thank you
@MIDICRAWLER
@MIDICRAWLER 6 жыл бұрын
Great video! Don’t usually watch long ones but I figured this might be worth it and it was. Keep up the good works!
@snowman6678
@snowman6678 6 жыл бұрын
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@youngandtalented1
@youngandtalented1 6 жыл бұрын
This is the way I try to base my firewood business, and I have gotten many orders because of it. I could spend days with you buckin! Keep up the great work buddy!
@audreyhamel7604
@audreyhamel7604 4 жыл бұрын
Love this video, not too many people take pride in their work. Nice to see an owner take pride in their work. In the end it is your name that will continue on long after your gone.
@andrewmcintosh6413
@andrewmcintosh6413 5 жыл бұрын
I use the saying when folk meet me, " Once met, never forget", this is so you in a positive way . So spot on mate in what you've saying.
@yert.fishes
@yert.fishes 3 жыл бұрын
Just watched this video, started my own firewood business recently. This video put my mind on a lot of new things ! Thank you!
@dabprod
@dabprod 6 жыл бұрын
Very good Billy. Sound advice, not only for business, but for life. My Dad taught this to me from the time I was able to remember anything. This is his short version.......Boy, it only takes a little bit of effort on your part to out shine the other guy. I can remember as a boy being tired of hearing that. But as time went on I finally realized what a simple truth that was and have used it in business and my personal life ever since, and I'm 74. Have passed it on to my kids and now my grand-kids. Thanks for the video. Just subbed.
@snowman6678
@snowman6678 6 жыл бұрын
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@WildBill1122
@WildBill1122 6 жыл бұрын
Great advice. Leave them smiling. The small extra things make a big impact on people.
@snowman6678
@snowman6678 6 жыл бұрын
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@westvillefireman
@westvillefireman 4 жыл бұрын
Your absolutely correct saying that it’s 100% and being respectful as well.
@alanluce
@alanluce 5 жыл бұрын
You are freakin awesome! ,........and exactly correct! Hello from Texas!
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