This Was The Hardest Decision I Ever Had To Make (I was only 19 at the time)
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- Опубліковано 28 вер 2024
- #EverythingAboutConcrete #MikeDayConcrete
Making tough decisions is part of life. This one was one of the hardest I've ever had to make. But looking back on it now, it was one of the best decisions of my life. This decision literally helped get me to where I am today. Let me know what one decision you had to make that was very difficult and what was the situation. Did it relate to work? How old was you at the time? Knowing what you know now, would you have changed anything about the decision you made?
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Your girlfriends’ Dad was probably happy his daughter was with an ambitious hardworking guy. Thanks for sharing your story.
This is what makes America great. Thank you for sharing!
Humanity's greatest wealth is in the tremendous creativity within the Individual.
Thanks for sharing this story with us! We all gotta make that tough decision sometime in our lives. Which way we’re headed, for me it was joining the union at the time, for the first few years this area was booming, but when it slowed way down, I was hooked up with masons primarily and carpenters, but I knew enough guys to keep busy working with them on side jobs etc. Now I know it was a good decision, learned a lot of different trades, worked for plumbers installing sewers etc, All kinds of different skills, fireplaces and more 😀👍
I really enjoyed listening to your story. I could imagine the nervous talk when you said you wanted to go out on your own. It’s hard to do that when you owe your knowledge to a good person and are loyal to them, but also have goals and dreams that you’re itching for. Thank you for sharing.
“It's a dangerous business, Frodo, going out your door. You step onto the road, and if you don't keep your feet, there's no knowing where you might be swept off to.”
Cool Story Mike. I've got a son in law working for me now, so that's an interesting thing to hear. I can relate to your experience with your mentor, as well as relate to his end of the story as well. Leaving the man who gave me my first three years in concrete was a challenge as well. I didn't go out on my own at that point, but I was after a position with a real paycheck to start establishing some credit and proof of income. The things a young guy needs to get a car and lease etc etc.
I didn't finally start my business until I was 25 years experienced already!
Our company is now 6 years old and I still feel we are brand new.
We are reaching into this youtube stuff for marketing and just trying to keep up with things. Your channel has been around a while so I'm learning a bit from you.
The most interesting thing about this experience is seeing all the different ways people do concrete across the country. I see a lot of bad practices, and a lot of cool ideas as well. It's wild the different levels of what is acceptable. I've spent a lot of time in custom residential stuff and have moved into the commercial realm doing a ton of ADA work which most my competitors hate. In ADA everything is lawsuit driven and it's got to be right... every inch. With that being said my experience is with folx that expect a lot. Simultaneously I've worked for a lot of guys through the years who would never have pleased these customers I have now.
Anyway Blah Blah Blah... thanks for the content keep it coming!
I'd love to hear more about your stand up auto screed deal, how you like it, pros and cons etc. Cheers sir.
Joe Lawing .. HSC
Im pretty sure that’s one of the biggest reasons people want to work for themselves. Don’t want someone else telling them what to do and having control over what you want to make.
Good story though, millions probably relate to you.
Thank you Sir
Salute
Hey Mike,this was my hardest decision also, and made my wife nervous but I got one job then another job and another and pretty soon the work just kept coming. So worked out in the end and I’m here today 4 years completely on my own building houses to this day.
Very important stuff here.
I started listening to Mike Day talk years ago. Shortly after he started his channel. I can thank this Channel for plenty of advice on building up the courage to venture in the unknown.
I started my Flatwork business 4 years ago. Today we are the highest rated Flatwork Contractor / Decorative Contractor in our State.
Thanks Mike!
P.S. use Mid / High Range.
Yes, Mike, I can relate.
I got divorced before the pandemic, then got fired from my retail job. I've been doing home renovation on the side for like 20years but wasn't brave enough to venture out on my own. So it was after I got fired. I Decided to not only start my company but move from Pennsylvania to Florida 5 yrs ago. And I can tell you. It's the best decision I've ever made. I'm making pretty good money, Working for myself employing people, i'm happy..
Great story. I really envy the people like you that take that risk to go out on your own.
Good video. Brings back a lot of great memories. The very first trade I learned out of high school was concrete work. Started with foundations just like in your video then moved on to slabs just like in you video. We didn't have a power screed back then but Thanks for the walk down memory lane
Thanks Mike, the hardest part of being a business owner for my wife and I was always employees & payroll.
I got into the business the same way. I wasn't dating his daughter, but everything else was the same. I know exactly what you were going through. Nice job Mike.
Your mentor was preparing you all along for when you would leave and go on your own. Reminds me of the old Kung Fu series on TV, the whole time he was getting you to snatch the pebble from his hand.
I had to quit a good friend of mine to go out on my own a year ago. He is still mad at me! Hope he forgives me on day.
Great video mate best advice I got was always learn on the boss time that way it not your dollar on the line
Mike, You are a true professional!
Can see the foundation guy put the key panel in the middle instead of the end, he’s paying attention to detail
I find it inspiring as bachelor
I have found the best mentors are those that invest time in you and EXPECT you to move on to apply the knowledge and grow independently. This forces self reliant decision making without out the need for the constant and regular mentoring. Later check-ins are always welcomed by good mentors. They like to hear and see the fruits of their investment.
Good lessons for the ambitious young guys
Lots of fortitude Mike not quite there yet your video appreciated so much hope to get to purchase your coarse I get close the near bust...
Yep!
I can relate
Great story about your experiences!! What happened with you and the girl????
What happens if you’re by yourself using one of them vibrated grades just rake it yourself down you can
I started concrete work when I was 15 as well . Summer in south Florida is soo…. Hot 🤣
Good job Mike….
Hello are you from Dallas Texas
Nice and big
What could he do Mike 😂😂😂😂 you’re dating his daughter lol. You do make this work look easy brother. All the best.
Hey Mike so what happened to the girlfriend don't leave me hanging
Yup, I want to know if he married her too 😂
👍👍
Sending this to my brother, and nephew.
He's making these decisions now at 22.
You're a good man, Mike
Any good boss will say “Right on! That’s the whole point!” That was my experience and I’m thankful for it.
Excellent video... very inspirational. The fear to overcome the unknown, and believeing in yourself.
I’m in the same situation. Been putting in basement foundations. Shop foundations. Basement floors shop floors garage floors side walks porch walls porch caps you name it we’ve probably done it. Only difference is I work for my own father. And I’m 29. Been wanting to get out on my own since I got out of high school but kind of like you said iv always felt like I owe that loyalty to my dad for teaching me all he has an providing for me through out his life. It’s a tough one for sure. Old man’s gettin up there in age just turned 65. Battled cancer twice and never missed a day on the job site. A real concrete warrior if you ask me. he loves the job and the work and I’m not sure I’ll ever get him to retire lol. But hey thanks for the insight and you’ve done a great job with your business I plan to keep this one going and in the family for my young sons in the future! And I’d definitely like to see a video about what mistakes not to make once I’m running things for myself! God bless
Your thumbnail looks kinda like mine. Much support, thanks for the secret
I like your videos a lot because of the narration that you do and your experience and way of explaining it. I started on my own in the Jimmy Carter recession and 18% interest rates ( it was great if you had a couple million in the bank at 18% a year ). I started as a concrete contractor and did my own concrete for 35+ years, however I had transitioned to a licensed GC in the early 80,s so eventually I had to give up mud and do the easier stuff. Going on my own was the biggest blessing of my life. ( Or I should say one of the biggest blessings of my life).
Thanks for sharing!
I went out on my own in 1996. My biggest mistake was not knowing enough about the business side. I loved the work but didn't know or understand everything that had to happen behind the scenes. 28 years later, there are no regrets, but I still make mistakes every once in a while, but enjoy what I do and wouldn't trade it for the world. Thanks again for sharing. I enjoy all the content.
Best time to start your business is in a recession, Dog eat Dog if you have the grit to Succeed you will, Second you have to be young because it's a long road, the mistakes you make will cost you money and time, better to do it with out a young family first, Never be Afraid to Ask for advice, find your feet, Save Save and Save some more, Your always banking away your money for a Rainy day, Keep learning Something New Notting Ever stands still, when your Young you work Harder, when you get older You work Smarter, Hopefully at the end of it you'll Have Happy Healthy Family, Enough put away to enjoy the the Grandchildren 😉
Same , thing , I was 21
with the world, on me ,
crazy long time age .
Have a Good Day ,
really like your show.
Cool Later
I wish I had the vision you had at such a young age. I have an entrepreneurial calling that I'd like to scratch a bit more, but I have a good job with benefits and a family to support. I do have a side business with some rental properties, but every day, I wonder if I should step away from my job learn a trade and go out on my own. Thanks for sharing the story with us.
I had kind of a similar situation I was about 21 I had been doing foundation and some flatwork for about 5 years at that point and my dad decided to start up his own flatwork company and we talked about me coming to help him started so I made the decision to do it and same thing the first year was very rough and I did have my wife and a new born so obviously at first I wanted to chicken out because I was actually just living of some money I had saved up from my previous job and I just said keep looking for work keep looking for work it will come and i am glad at this point that I didn’t chicken out and go back to my hourly job because now we’ve managed to stay busy as much as we need to and it worked out but that first year is a very scary and odd feeling
Hey Mike, thanks for this. Exactly what I needed to hear
Yea mike in the same spot right now feels like 😂 still with pops like you ‼️
Did you ever make a video of what your mistake was as a new business owner?
Did he offer you a raise to keep you? Thanks for the videos
Hey went out on my own at 23 in july 2023 and i got a truck n dunp trailer, doing plumber patches and small repairs and stuff with a home extension builder and friends I met who had side work. Just livin at home keeping all costs low at first. Now i have the ability to pump out quality flatwork !
That's awesome 👌
Mike, you're a good man!
Great video 👍🔨
Did you marry the guy's daughter? Do you still have a good relationship with him?
No steel?
Hi. Glad that somebody teachs somebody for real. Respect!
I painted my first house when I was 14, I worked for contractors and for myself for years, making more money on the weekends than during the week. I used the time working for others to learn my trades. I've been completely self employed for 30 years, I'm 58. There is no other way.
Natural progression. If you're taught well and serious about taking it to the next stage, boss should be supportive. Its not for everybody.
I'm in my fifth season as a business owner. Installing paver patios, walkways etc. I quit my job around March 2020 right when covid hit and I thought I made the worst decision of my life. But it turned out to be the best one. I agree with Mike when he said he loves the freedom of it. Thanks for the great content.
Thanks for sharing. Have had the same type of decisions to make. I’m a general contractor and have been running my own business for 40 years. I started very young as well with no formal business experience. I’m now 62 and have enjoyed it. To all of you younger people who are watching this video it’s worth taking a chance. God bless and good luck!
You listened to your own inner voice. The best guidance of all. Plus you faced your fears.
I love hearing stories like this, I’m trying to break out on my own right now and am looking forward to the next video about your biggest flaw because sometimes it seems like all I do is make flaws. It’s good to see you have worked through it and came out good in the flip side!
Love that story and Im glad your mentor supported you. That is rare.
Really enjoyed hearing your story !,
Do you always pour your concrete like piss
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