Just gone self employed - any tips on how to get work??

[downesplumbing]

This is my first post. I am just about to go self employed for one reason and another. Big jump from having a regular income and am worried about not being able to get enough work. I am based in the South West and am looking for advise on hows best to get work. Is it worth advertising in local papers, paying to be listed on Yell etc, and agencies to join or any other tips etc? All advise will be very welcome.

 

[hammers4spanner]

I'm in the swest and the competition for work is very cut throat, you can try adverts but it can be costly with slight return . no point going the agency route as a subby if your currently on the books imho but best of luck .

 

[southcoastboile]

This is my first post. I am just about to go self employed for one reason and another. Big jump from having a regular income and am worried about not being able to get enough work. I am based in the South West and am looking for advise on hows best to get work. Is it worth advertising in local papers, paying to be listed on Yell etc, and agencies to join or any other tips etc? All advise will be very welcome.

What area are you in mate?

 

[downesplumbing]

In Exeter but willing to travel.

 

[southcoastboile]

Quite a way from me m8

 

[hammers4spanner]

In Exeter but willing to travel.

there is loads of work in exeter mate via agency usually around £13.50 per hour plus price works .

 

[villa_tom]

How come you left an 'on the cards job' to go self employed?

 

[downesplumbing]

Really, is this via agencies and if so any ideas which ones?

Laid off, wasn't directly in the industry but is what I am trained in.

 

[hammers4spanner]

vital resources have alot on around exeter ,torbay areas plus heating contract going on in exeter also hilton hotel

 

[REDSAW]

hi welcome, it aint easy!