Today Johnny talks about preparing for working outside in the winter with some tips he has learnt over the years running his home service business. Whether it’s just you or you have a team of employees to look after this Winter, we get into it all here. Say hi at johnny@gutterjunk.co.ukVon Johnny Smyth

Can you actually run a business without speaking to your clients? We do when we are on site but we have created an onboarding system that doesn’t require us to. Let me know your thoughts!hello@gutterjunk.co.ukVon Johnny Smyth

We chat about hiring employees, how best to do that, where to find employees and the qualities to look for. Chat with us at hello@gutterjunk.co.ukVon Johnny Smyth

Making connections with other trades people can really help with your referrals. Listen in to find out why. Say hi @ johnny@gutterjunk.co.ukVon Johnny Smyth

Today we talk about creating the perfect bid / quote in your home service business that will provide clarity to your client and will likely get approved. Whether you are in lawn care, gutter maintenance or any other home service, hopefully this episode helps you get organised and win more work! Questions/ thoughts/ ideas, let me know at johnny@gutt…

Growing a service business or any business requires clients/ customers and working out who is your target market and perfect client is something to work out sooner rather than later. Doing this helps you market directly to them, marketing in places where they will easily come across your business. Today we think through who your perfect client avat…

We chat about scheduling, invoice and keeping your business organised with a CRM system. We love getjobber.com and chat about the pros of it. Chat with us at johnny@gutterjunk.co.ukVon Johnny Smyth

A recap of the past week in a guttering business including a broken van and dealing with setbacks in your schedule. Also briefly talk about educating clients by providing options instead of a hard face to face sale. Comments or questions: johnny@gutterjunk.co.ukVon Johnny Smyth

Welcome to episode two! In this episode, we dive into the essentials required to kickstart your guttering business. From transport options to the tools you'll need, we cover all the basics to get you up and running efficiently and cost-effectively. First, we discuss transport and the importance of having a clean, tidy vehicle. Whether you start wit…

Welcome to another episode of the Gutter Business Podcast! It's Friday afternoon, and we're wrapping up the week with a summary of recent activities and a look ahead. This week, we tackled a variety of jobs and surveys, including a challenging gutter repair and a straightforward cleaning task. Despite some weather-related setbacks, we managed to co…

In this episode, we dive into the importance of morning routines and how they can set the tone for a successful and productive day. Whether you're a natural morning person or not, establishing a disciplined routine can make all the difference. We explore the benefits of getting to bed early and preparing for the next day the night before. From orga…

In this episode, we dive into the importance of morning routines and how they can set the tone for a productive day. Whether you're an early riser or a night owl, establishing a consistent morning routine can make all the difference. Our host shares personal experiences with different morning habits, from rushing out the door to taking time for med…

In this episode, we dive into the world of Google reviews and explore how they can significantly benefit your business. Learn why Google reviews are a crucial element of social proof and how they can help you build trust with potential customers. We discuss the importance of creating a Google listing for your business and optimizing it with detaile…

Happy Friday! Join me for a quick recap of my week. As summer rolls in, work has been quieter with fewer new requests due to the dry weather. However, we managed to complete around 12-13 surveys, providing clients with detailed reports and quotes. Some jobs are already approved and scheduled for next week. This week, my colleague was off on Monday …

In this episode, we dive into key strategies to help you build a successful business. Learn how to gain the trust of new clients, retain existing ones, and grow your business effectively. We start by emphasizing the importance of communication. Quick responses to phone calls, messages, and emails can significantly increase your chances of winning o…

Starting a business with limited funds can be daunting, especially when it comes to attracting customers. In this episode, we dive into practical, cost-effective strategies for finding your first clients without breaking the bank. We'll explore the importance of leveraging your existing network, utilizing free online platforms, and creating basic y…

In this episode, we dive deep into the world of Customer Relationship Management (CRM) systems, particularly focusing on their importance for home service businesses. We explore what CRMs are, their benefits, and whether you need one for your business. Johnny shares personal experiences and insights on using Jobber, a CRM tailored for home service …

Friday afternoon again and after a steady week I’m glad the weekend is here.Von Johnny Smyth

What to know how to be more productive and earn more cash in your service business? Get up earlier! Get organised and ready to get to boss your work day. You’ll thank yourself for it 💪🏽Thoughts? Reach out at johnny@gutterjunk.co.ukVon Johnny Smyth

Getting reviews and Google reviews in particular for your home service business is huge! They provide social proof and help to grow your business. Listen in for some tips on how to deal with good and bad Google reviews. Any questions: johnny@gutterjunk.co.ukVon Johnny Smyth

My first ‘weekly recap’ episode where I summarise the good, the bad and the ugly of the past week running a guttering maintenance business. All good this week :)Got a question? johnny@gutterjunk.co.ukVon Johnny Smyth

More Simple = Less Stress. We chat about the importance of not over complicating your business when starting out and avoiding overwhelm by doing the simple things first and getting some quick jobs under your belt then you can add layers to your business once you’re up and running. Say hi: johnny@gutterjunk.co.uk…

A few thoughts on what to do to keep those first few clients that you get and how to get referralsVon Johnny Smyth

Once you are ready to start working, where do you find those first clients? Here’s some ideas to get you started while being on a low budget.Von Johnny Smyth

I chat about the personal qualities needed for getting into business and if you feel you have the qualities that it takes to stick with it!Say hi at johnny@gutterjunk.co.ukVon Johnny Smyth

Today I chat about some of the pros & cons of starting and operating a gutter maintenance business. I believe the pros out way the cons and would love to hear what your thoughts and questions are:)Get in touch at johnny@gutterjunk.co.ukVon Johnny Smyth

Today I share what equipment you need to get your business up and going. Spoiler: it isn’t as much or as expensive as you think 👍Don’t be shy, say hi at johnny@gutterjunk.co.ukVon Johnny Smyth

Just a quick test episode to see how everything works and to say thanks for joining me :) Have a question or just say hi: johnny@gutterjunk.co.ukVon Johnny Smyth

Manfred Gans joins an elite, secret unit of Jewish commandos to take on the Nazis with advanced fighting and counterintelligence skills. But can he save his own family? Helena Bonham Carter shines a light on extraordinary stories from World War Two. Join her for incredible tales of deception, acts of resistance and courage. A BBC Studios Audio prod…

Emily Anderson led a double life. This shy musicologist from Galway was also a top codebreaker for the British, whose work would play a crucial role in Allied victory. Helena Bonham Carter shines a light on extraordinary stories from World War Two. Join her for incredible tales of deception, acts of resistance and courage. A BBC Studios Audio produ…

A 24-year-old Belgian woman masterminds an escape line, spanning eight hundred miles of Nazi-occupied territory, stretching from Belgium to Spain. Can Andrée de Jongh save the lives of hundreds of stranded airmen? Helena Bonham Carter shines a light on extraordinary stories from World War Two. Join her for incredible tales of deception, acts of res…

Charles Drew, an American doctor, led the creation and use of blood banks, saving countless lives both in war and in peacetime. But while he worked around the clock to save lives, he would be dragged into a battle on a different front: the battle for civil rights and racial equality in the United States. Helena Bonham Carter shines a light on extra…

A young circus performer from a traveling family in France breaks out of an internment camp and dedicates himself to bringing the Nazis down. Helena Bonham Carter shines a light on extraordinary stories from World War Two. Join her for incredible tales of deception, acts of resistance and courage. A BBC Studios Audio production for BBC Radio 4 and …

After contracting Hansen’s Disease, then known as leprosy, Josefina Guerrero makes a remarkable decision. She becomes a spy for the resistance in Manila. Helena Bonham Carter shines a light on extraordinary stories from World War Two. Join her for incredible tales of deception, acts of resistance and courage. A BBC Studios Audio production for BBC …

A group of Native American soldiers use their language to devise a secret code for the Allies. Can the Navajo code help win one of the fiercest battles of the war? Helena Bonham Carter shines a light on extraordinary stories from World War Two. Join her for incredible tales of deception, acts of resistance and courage. A BBC Studios Audio productio…

Thrill-seeker Christine Granville offers to ski across enemy lines and over the deadly Carpathian mountains, into Nazi-occupied Poland to gather intelligence for the British. Churchill would later call her his favourite spy. Helena Bonham Carter shines a light on extraordinary stories from World War Two. Join her for incredible tales of deception, …

In Sierra Leone, navigator Johnny Smythe becomes one of the first West African airmen to join the Royal Air Force. His fellow crew consider him as a lucky charm, but as he faces a series of terrifying flights, will his good fortune run out? Helena Bonham Carter shines a light on extraordinary stories from World War Two. Join her for incredible tale…

How did Ida and Louise Cook, two opera-loving sisters from England, help dozens of Jewish people escape Nazi Germany? Helena Bonham Carter shines a light on extraordinary stories from World War Two. Join her for incredible tales of deception, acts of resistance and courage. A BBC Studios Audio production for BBC Radio 4 and BBC Sounds. Producer: Su…

Helena Bonham Carter shines a light on extraordinary stories from World War Two. Join her for tales of deception, resistance and courage in History's Secret Heroes Series 2.Von BBC Radio 4

Albania was one of the few European countries to have a larger Jewish population at the end of the war than it had at the beginning. What role did Arslan Rezniqi, a Kosovan Albanian merchant, play in this? Helena Bonham Carter shines a light on extraordinary stories from World War Two. Join her for incredible tales of deception, acts of resistance …

Eric Roberts, a bank worker from Surrey, joins MI5. He is given the alias Jack King and his job is to hunt for British Nazi-sympathisers. Helena Bonham Carter shines a light on extraordinary stories from World War Two. Join her for incredible tales of deception, acts of resistance and courage. A BBC Studios Podcast production for BBC Radio 4 and BB…

Can a team of Norwegian men stop Hitler from obtaining the materials to create an atomic bomb large enough to destroy London? Helena Bonham Carter shines a light on extraordinary stories from World War Two. Join her for incredible tales of deception, acts of resistance and courage. A BBC Studios Podcast production for BBC Radio 4 and BBC Sounds. Pr…

Poland, 1941. Bela Hazan, a young Jewish woman, secures an undercover job at the Gestapo headquarters. She is about to go undercover to fight against the Nazis. Helena Bonham Carter shines a light on extraordinary stories from World War Two. Join her for incredible tales of deception, acts of resistance and courage. A BBC Studios Podcast production…

His codename was Garbo. The identity of one of World War Two’s most successful double agents, a man who diverted the German Army away from the D-Day landings, is finally revealed. Helena Bonham Carter shines a light on extraordinary stories from World War Two. Join her for incredible tales of deception, acts of resistance and courage. A BBC Studios…

In the aftermath of the Pearl Harbour attack, then five-year-old George Takei and his family join the 120,000 Japanese Americans who are removed from their homes and imprisoned without trial. Helena Bonham Carter shines a light on extraordinary stories from World War Two. Join her for incredible tales of deception, acts of resistance and courage. A…

Two eccentric French artists, Claude Cahun and Marcel Moore, risk their lives to perform an extraordinary act of resistance on the island of Jersey. Helena Bonham Carter shines a light on extraordinary stories from World War Two. Join her for incredible tales of deception, acts of resistance and courage. A BBC Studios Podcast production for BBC Rad…

Bernie Bluestein, Seymour Nussenbaum and George Dramis are part of a secret army unit with one job: to put on a show for an audience who wants to kill them. Helena Bonham Carter shines a light on extraordinary stories from World War Two. Join her for incredible tales of deception, acts of resistance and courage. A BBC Studios Podcast production for…

Major Charity Adams, the first African American woman to be commissioned in the Women’s Army Auxiliary Corps, arrives in Birmingham, England, to sort out an enormous problem. Helena Bonham Carter shines a light on extraordinary stories from World War Two. Join her for incredible tales of deception, acts of resistance and courage. A BBC Studios Podc…

How did the American spy Virginia Hall mastermind an astonishing prison break, leading her to become the Gestapo’s most wanted target? Helena Bonham Carter shines a light on extraordinary stories from World War Two. Join her for incredible tales of deception, acts of resistance and courage. A BBC Studios Podcast production for BBC Radio 4 and BBC S…

Helena Bonham Carter shines a light on extraordinary stories from World War Two. Join her for tales of deception, acts of resistance and courage.Von BBC Radio 4