A Day In The Life of a Construction Entrepreneur

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  • Опубліковано 10 чер 2024
  • This is a day in the life of Daniel Ashville Louisy, the Director of Companies for Ashville Aggregates, Ashville Inc and Ashville Concrete.
    A small glimpse inside running a business. This is just a cross section of 1 day with owner Daniel juggling some of his staff working at his 3 companies.
    TIME CODE INDEX
    00:00 Intro
    00:37 Daniel's Flat/Morning routine
    03:41 Arriving at Ashville yard
    09:59 Site visit - house refurbishment in Streatham
    13:18 Site visit in Queen's Park
    14:05 Daniel gets a puncture
    15:34 Back at Ashville yard
    17:07 who brings more sweets
    17:26 Train arrives with Type 1 Limestone
    18:27 Daniel tries to shoot a Car Review
    20:29 Daniel heads home
    #inspirational | #workrate | #dayinthelife
    :: ASHVILLE ::
    waste management | aggregates | concrete | construction
    ashvilleaggregates.com
    :: DANIEL LOUISY ::
    IG @daniellouisy

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  • @costlesssquash
    @costlesssquash 3 роки тому +4211

    I bet you didn't search for this video, did you? But you watched it.

    • @ryanbishop3586
      @ryanbishop3586 3 роки тому +62

      Exactly. Never searched for it, but watched the whole thing. And now I'm subscribing !
      This is a great insight into how much it takes to run a company

    • @gkrees9509
      @gkrees9509 3 роки тому +8

      Ok? And ? That’s true for like 90% of the videos I watch

    • @costlesssquash
      @costlesssquash 3 роки тому +16

      @@gkrees9509 90%??? Dang bro. I usually don't let the algorithms decide what I watch.

    • @gkrees9509
      @gkrees9509 3 роки тому +10

      Matt Tamm u come on UA-cam and search for every video you watch?😂😂 damn u really be thinking this thru before opening this app

    • @costlesssquash
      @costlesssquash 3 роки тому +7

      @@gkrees9509 actually, yeah. I have UA-cam premium and it's all I use for music. So if I am not listening to one of my playlists, then yes I search the videos I watch. I don't let the algorithm decide for me.

  • @missocean4572
    @missocean4572 3 роки тому +2300

    When I saw how much things he managed to accomplish before 12pm I had to re-evaluate my life

    • @herogebrial
      @herogebrial 3 роки тому +41

      Same here

    • @alandee1269
      @alandee1269 3 роки тому +20

      😂

    • @brendajohnson1
      @brendajohnson1 3 роки тому +26

      You and I, both! 😔

    • @Gaming_Sparky58
      @Gaming_Sparky58 3 роки тому +70

      You should see the Ashville Weekly series, it is this but not a day his entire week, dude does more in a week than I do in a month.... maybe

    • @dennisbeckford5288
      @dennisbeckford5288 3 роки тому +10

      Brooo

  • @MrCk1234567890
    @MrCk1234567890 3 роки тому +1029

    This is the kind of businessman I hope I can be one day. Clean cut, well spoken, respectful to employees, sense of humor but gets shit done

  • @PhillipSimango
    @PhillipSimango 3 роки тому +582

    UA-cam recommended this to me for the past 3 months, I finally gave in, not a single regret

  • @Aden068
    @Aden068 3 роки тому +2757

    I was gonna make a construction joke.
    *but I’m still working on it*

  • @adamcrook8303
    @adamcrook8303 3 роки тому +2424

    Now this is the sort of content we want to see. An insight into a successful businessmans life,. no pretentiousness, no big headed rubbish just a real hard working man's life. Nice work, look forward to your next one 👍 love seeing good people do well

    • @thisisashville
      @thisisashville  3 роки тому +225

      Thank you. We are planning on making plenty more. Let us know any ideas you have for future content. What would you like to see?

    • @mahbubkhan1822
      @mahbubkhan1822 3 роки тому +29

      Ashville Aggregates, Grab Hire, Tipper Hire, Skip Hire And Material I want to see Daniels gym routine especially bench press

    • @craigwright2910
      @craigwright2910 3 роки тому +81

      @@thisisashville like to see a vid on how Daniel started out from the very beginning what inspired him and how he got into construction to being a successful entrepreneur. 😄

    • @adamcrook8303
      @adamcrook8303 3 роки тому +28

      @@thisisashville As a business director myself, I look to be inspired by successful people. I would like to see more insightful videos into what Daniel thinks are key elements to his business success including what drives him, what he does to keep his mental health strong, his fitness, his love for qpr.
      What you are doing is very inspiring and a great motivator 👊 keep up the good work and I wish you every success.

    • @alexdowds65
      @alexdowds65 3 роки тому +5

      @@thisisashville I would love to see a yard tour including railway and all vehicles

  • @scootdaboppa7006
    @scootdaboppa7006 3 роки тому +178

    Yo Daniel,
    I’m 21 and just started a project management within construction degree. Your videos just made me more hungry to finish this degree and set my own thing up.
    Appreciate you big bro

    • @StraightMan0
      @StraightMan0 8 місяців тому +2

      Same like you but i have time for that i am only 13 but hope u Made it 🤜🤛

    • @SSTricky
      @SSTricky 12 днів тому

      How are things now?

  • @mostrendy5335
    @mostrendy5335 3 роки тому +26

    I'm a fan from South Africa ... And I have been working in construction ... Since 14 years old ... And now I'm 23 handle all the finances, quotations, material purchases, transportation, etc it's busy and I love being on top of everything.

    • @nutleybukoma7964
      @nutleybukoma7964 2 роки тому +1

      I have also been in the construction business working at my parents hardware business since 19 yrs im now 23, seeing a guy like this gives me a realistic picture of where i could be if i stick with this path.

    • @victortshoba1216
      @victortshoba1216 2 роки тому

      Most Rendy Well done fellow County men. Good job.

  • @joshkomolafe
    @joshkomolafe 3 роки тому +3162

    Would like a video talking about how you started the company and any difficulties you went through getting here

    • @LA-fr7fx
      @LA-fr7fx 3 роки тому +98

      That would be a great video to watch.

    • @littletraveller5428
      @littletraveller5428 3 роки тому +116

      It’s always those stories that are best. They’re the ones that show you there’s not a big difference between this guy and me. Just the tiny bit of difference with mindset

    • @MightyMike55
      @MightyMike55 3 роки тому +13

      Yeah most definitely

    • @gustavogomez7235
      @gustavogomez7235 3 роки тому +23

      Absolutely agree. It would be nice if Daniel does a video on how all started and all the ups and down to get him where he is today

    • @MakN.
      @MakN. 3 роки тому +28

      @@littletraveller5428 Personal discipline and having a little luck.

  • @kazhussaini6475
    @kazhussaini6475 3 роки тому +2279

    This is the kinda person who deserves millions not the ones like social media “influencers” with zero skills and posting nude photos.

    • @ImperialMindMusic
      @ImperialMindMusic 3 роки тому +157

      Debatable depending on the nudes

    • @RayzrBlazer
      @RayzrBlazer 3 роки тому +11

      incel

    • @pablocobb5343
      @pablocobb5343 3 роки тому +16

      Depends whose nudes they are

    • @walsh9354
      @walsh9354 3 роки тому +7

      Or nfl players baseball basketball etc
      Most pro athletes sign away their rights Bc they’re not competent enough to do what this man has done

    • @CARTMEN700
      @CARTMEN700 3 роки тому +1

      @@ImperialMindMusic I think you mean "master" debating ( ͡° ͜ʖ ͡°)

  • @yogiontour
    @yogiontour 3 роки тому +58

    This bloke seems like the sort that deserves the nice car, and all the trappings of success. He isn't making money out of money like a useless banker, he is employing people and paying their mortgages.
    Great video

  • @swaranbains8326
    @swaranbains8326 3 роки тому +145

    Dude I used to gym with this guy, he was so inspiring.

    • @Timberdoodle197
      @Timberdoodle197 Рік тому +2

      If your a British person saying dude you need a kick in the stones

  • @jippyjester
    @jippyjester 3 роки тому +2317

    The guy is running a decent size business and isn't full of himself or self absorbed, he is down to earth and likable. Good on you mate 👍😊

    • @themarenda
      @themarenda 3 роки тому +130

      That is false modesty, don't you see the yellow range rover with his name on the bonnet, bodybuilding physicue and youtube channel to talk about his success. He has dedicated his life to impress others rather than simply enjoy it

    • @jippyjester
      @jippyjester 3 роки тому +105

      @@themarenda I disagree, he doesn't ram it down everybody's throat. He does have a bit of an ego, though 😂😂

    • @theanimelibarian7881
      @theanimelibarian7881 3 роки тому +37

      @@jippyjester who dont

    • @dragos9134
      @dragos9134 3 роки тому +57

      @@themarenda If you don't see Daniel as an honest hard-working humble man then there is no humble man on Earth.

    • @SugarRayValentine
      @SugarRayValentine 3 роки тому +65

      @@themarenda the other stuff maybe but the bodybuilding physique part is a good thing we should all take care of our body and love it not feed it garbage and do no exercise

  • @jamesjarrett52
    @jamesjarrett52 3 роки тому +859

    I'm a teacher and I'm going to use this in my classes to impress upon the students how hard you have to work to make a success of your life and career.

    • @thomaskoukouris4070
      @thomaskoukouris4070 3 роки тому +75

      Yeah but one day you'll wake up and realise it's all in vain anyway, so why spend so much time working when you can do other fun stuff and have hobbies and travel. All that money won't make you happy in the end. It's just stuff. Emtpy. Workaholics have the worst midlife crisis. They realise they ve wasted their youth being a money making machine than doing what they really love, or finding meaning. A teacher shouldn't be promoting this kind of lifestyle in my opinion, it affects young people's mindset and makes them realise that money IS happiness while clearly it's not (to an extent it is, it does contribute to being happy I won't argue) . Sure a few will make it, they might even enjoy it, but that's the very few. The rest, when they realise they're not good enough or clever enough or lucky enough, they get depressed - we know where that can lead. Anyway, just my thoughts though do whatever the fuck you want to do

    • @gkrees9509
      @gkrees9509 3 роки тому +8

      T D people have no choice are you still in high school???? Or why do u sound so uneducated

    • @thomaskoukouris4070
      @thomaskoukouris4070 3 роки тому +13

      @@gkrees9509 uneducated? Why has that got to do with anything? I'm 22 man been to college. Some observations in making now that I'm wiser that my 18 year old self wouldn't have thought off

    • @siddharthnandi8567
      @siddharthnandi8567 3 роки тому +12

      T D you must hate capitalism

    • @abz4199
      @abz4199 3 роки тому +5

      @@thomaskoukouris4070 wow you must hate money 60 year old you will regret this

  • @xperea91
    @xperea91 3 роки тому +71

    I searched for "A day in the life of construction business owner" because I am starting my own bookkeeping business and want to focus on the construction industry. This just showed me how much harder I need to work on my own business as well. Thank you very much!

    • @stewartgrindlay9760
      @stewartgrindlay9760 2 роки тому +8

      You learn something new each day.
      All about experience.
      Keep at it

    • @xperea91
      @xperea91 2 роки тому +2

      @@stewartgrindlay9760 Thank you very much for the boost to keep going 🙂💪🏼

    • @marceldwayne8491
      @marceldwayne8491 2 роки тому

      How is it going with the business?

    • @ilyjax
      @ilyjax Рік тому +1

      And how it worked out for you??

    • @EntertainmentContentChannel
      @EntertainmentContentChannel Рік тому

      ​@@stewartgrindlay9760 My dad owns a big construction company in my country and im watching Asheville so in like 3 years i take over my dads company and run it like him or even better

  • @megaamaaaan123
    @megaamaaaan123 Рік тому +26

    Now that’s what I call an influencer, somebody working hard to succeed giving people an insight to what it takes as well as being so genuine, keep this up Daniel👍🏾✨

  • @TI-rz3ny
    @TI-rz3ny 3 роки тому +1327

    To all Americans, A lorry is a trailer truck.

    • @jordanpilcher5528
      @jordanpilcher5528 3 роки тому +57

      Or better known a semi truck

    • @brocksinclair66
      @brocksinclair66 3 роки тому +8

      @@jordanpilcher5528 american and euro trucks are very small,no wonder you call it a semi

    • @sethmacomber3497
      @sethmacomber3497 3 роки тому +2

      Thank you!

    • @jonnywilson9117
      @jonnywilson9117 3 роки тому +20

      @@brocksinclair66 Let me guess, you're an Aussie? European trucks are small, American trucks most definitely aren't small. We're talking about the truck. Not the amount of trailers. Try pull two 45' trailers in England. You're going straight, and that's about it Lmao

    • @brocksinclair66
      @brocksinclair66 3 роки тому

      @@jonnywilson9117 im talking About the weight they pull buddy, fuck all

  • @jaywalkercrew4446
    @jaywalkercrew4446 3 роки тому +532

    “Work hard for yourself, working hard for someone else will only make you tired.”

    • @Riotdrone
      @Riotdrone 3 роки тому +23

      unfortunately under capitalism the vast majority of us will always be employees not owners, it's a stupid system with no regard for basic human decency

    • @nealp885
      @nealp885 3 роки тому +11

      @@Riotdrone So what system should we have?

    • @Baz_09
      @Baz_09 3 роки тому +45

      @@Riotdrone that's utter bollocks, if you really want to work for yourself youl find a way

    • @Riotdrone
      @Riotdrone 3 роки тому

      @@nealp885 i'm for libertarian socialism, before you say that's an oxymoron no it's not, it's a rich political tradition going back to the mid 19th century. there are examples currently in places like the zapatista territory in chiapas mexico and rojava in syria

    • @Riotdrone
      @Riotdrone 3 роки тому +1

      @@Baz_09 if you really want to maybe you can, but only because most people don't really want to go through all the trouble and risk of being an entrepreneur, and they shouldn't have to become one in order to have a decent life

  • @LA-gh3mi
    @LA-gh3mi 3 роки тому +31

    I have no clue why this is in my recommendations..I'm a Self-Employed nanny but I am mesmerized by Daniel's hard work ethic...a new sub!

  • @ebrahimebs
    @ebrahimebs 2 роки тому +7

    I own a construction company, the things u achieve in the morning has made me up my work ethic

  • @singhprabhjinder
    @singhprabhjinder 3 роки тому +1458

    This guy needs a solid manager to ease his life a bit.

    • @frybreadking351
      @frybreadking351 3 роки тому +50

      I was thinking that same thing!

    • @MrMlbfan6
      @MrMlbfan6 3 роки тому +150

      He does but probably a manager won’t see his vision ..

    • @ProducersPlay
      @ProducersPlay 3 роки тому +203

      good managers are really hard to find. And won't necessarily put in 100% effort like you will as an owner of the company. He seems fine with work load.

    • @tomidada9051
      @tomidada9051 3 роки тому +52

      It’s called a wife

    • @nayashadeeetai514
      @nayashadeeetai514 3 роки тому +190

      @@tomidada9051 wrong turn

  • @BelzoGraphics
    @BelzoGraphics 3 роки тому +468

    This was literally so interesting I kinda wanna watch something like this one a week or something

  • @-manraj-4941
    @-manraj-4941 3 роки тому +10

    Who else comes back even so often and watches this video again because it’s so good 😊

  • @Squishyishy1
    @Squishyishy1 3 роки тому +92

    My man got out of bed, brushed his teeth, got dressed, packed his lunch, wrote emails, made himself a cuppa and left his flat within 23 minutes????? Talk about organised 🤯

    • @DarthFurie
      @DarthFurie 3 роки тому +9

      Tbh that blew my mind lol

    • @DonLopetegui
      @DonLopetegui 3 роки тому

      @@DarthFurie fr

    • @SGTfrogman
      @SGTfrogman 2 роки тому +2

      Takes me half an hour to get out of bed and that is at considerably later that 5am

  • @arlettemabibi8658
    @arlettemabibi8658 3 роки тому +366

    Randomly woke up at 5am, randomly came across this inspiring black mans video. Now I’m jumping out of bed to start a productive day. Thank Daniel

    • @richandclean
      @richandclean 3 роки тому +27

      @Warn Gamers colour has everything to do with it but i'm assuming youre Caucasian so you have no idea what im talking about, dont worry, it would be very exhausting to explain, acknowledge the question tho, it shouldnt be that way but it is.

    • @ChinChillR63s
      @ChinChillR63s 3 роки тому +21

      Yes he’s Black, another reason why i don’t buy the BS from Black people about inequality. Those who use the race card for not getting opportunities are just lazy ffuks

    • @themandalorian3799
      @themandalorian3799 3 роки тому +25

      @@ChinChillR63s wrong but nice try, human's normally hire people they can relate to and someone they could invite over for a BBQ or go over to their place for a meal and feel comfortable and maintain a long smooth conversation. If the boss/manager can't relate to the person they hire they will normally hire someone even though less skilled but they can relate to. If the manager/owner can put their ego & insecurities aside (which is very hard to do, if it was easy everyone would be doing it) they can hire the best worker even if they cant relate to them

    • @GerVlad
      @GerVlad 3 роки тому +16

      That's right, bringing his race up just takes some of the credit away from this man. And we all should be inspired by successful people regardless of their skin colour

    • @michaelregulski6496
      @michaelregulski6496 3 роки тому +9

      Hes not a "black man"...hes a clever switched on man who's going places....

  • @bryce6374
    @bryce6374 3 роки тому +118

    I absolutely love this "If a bloke has made a plan for the last 2 days i don't want to ruin it"

  • @jamesjones1226
    @jamesjones1226 3 роки тому +55

    This guy is on point. I dream of being someone like him. I’m only 37, maybe one day!

  • @steveipod1
    @steveipod1 3 роки тому +71

    Good to see a brother doing good reminds me of my self 12 years ago, from homeless in care since age of 6 in intercity Manchester to owning running multiple companies management teams and boards not a single gcse dyslexic n yet crazy success keep it up m8 u will get there just enjoy the build up n watch those who get jealous more importantly ur closest freinds and family

    • @thawanteds
      @thawanteds 3 роки тому +6

      That's inspiring to me. I'm 30 years old, jobless, in the catering industry which is dying so I'm trying to think of ways to make money, otherwise I'm gonna be in big trouble.

    • @thawanteds
      @thawanteds 3 роки тому

      @Apex Thanks for the kind words.

    • @Ehsggsh12747
      @Ehsggsh12747 Рік тому

      @@thawanteds my advice is to learn a trade like electrician or plumber or if you got the knack and are able to move near London apply for sales jobs.

    • @AngelofDarkness24
      @AngelofDarkness24 Рік тому

      This is inspiring

    • @icetrip2417
      @icetrip2417 10 місяців тому

      W

  • @andrewlangridge8619
    @andrewlangridge8619 3 роки тому +206

    I own a small landscaping business and the stress of that is more than enough for me, I am awestruck at your ability to organise and cope. I wish you ongoing success - You deserve it!

    • @syrus1233
      @syrus1233 9 місяців тому

      How’s ur business going

    • @andrewlangridge8619
      @andrewlangridge8619 9 місяців тому

      @@syrus1233 Hi, its going well currently thanks!

  • @halflifeproductionz
    @halflifeproductionz 3 роки тому +174

    This man is one productive beast.

  • @ademkaramusa6491
    @ademkaramusa6491 3 роки тому +14

    Just started watching this man.
    Motivated already.
    The discipline he has is admirable.

  • @jjmm6246
    @jjmm6246 3 роки тому +384

    No wife consuming his resources , no kids to to waste his energy, no in laws to have internal feuds ,he’s living life man

  • @lmZay
    @lmZay 3 роки тому +426

    I knew he wasn’t messing around when he showed up to the truck yard with Black Air Force 1’s

  • @jayali5707
    @jayali5707 3 роки тому +172

    The moment where he explains the rules about his open door policy just says it all!!

  • @wildbrasil8037
    @wildbrasil8037 3 роки тому +50

    I do more YouTubing than I care to admit and this has been one of the most valuable 24:50 of my life. I admire the way you use your time here on earth. So frickin cool

  • @toukurakura9968
    @toukurakura9968 2 роки тому +4

    When you rewatch old videos because of the kick it gives and of course ashville weekly feels like ashville monthly just waiting.

  • @larry1363
    @larry1363 3 роки тому +295

    New subscriber here. Man it's rare to see a brother working in construction, but to be the owner is another level. More kids need exposure to this content to see someone like them succeeding in life. Keep pushing bro, I'm happy for you.

    • @therealgg5050
      @therealgg5050 3 роки тому +4

      I'm surprised he didn't like your comment 🤷🏾‍♂️

    • @danielfinch362
      @danielfinch362 3 роки тому +15

      It proves with hard work and dedication anyone can do well in the UK regardless of your background. But it takes a special kind of person to become a entrepreneur, I know I'm engaged to one.

    • @mexicocityrevsmagazine8350
      @mexicocityrevsmagazine8350 3 роки тому +3

      WORD

    • @theUtubemaestro1
      @theUtubemaestro1 3 роки тому +2

      @@therealgg5050 lol. He's probably busy

    • @patkennedy9491
      @patkennedy9491 3 роки тому +12

      Perhaps because this " brother " has a whole different conception to life than you have. Opportunity for all race's and gender.

  • @newjack2957
    @newjack2957 3 роки тому +212

    Must have forgot about the part where u hit the gym hard every day

  • @WhatNow724
    @WhatNow724 3 роки тому +17

    I love seeing stuff like this. I own a bar and arcade and seeing other successful men doing it gives me hope. It’s hard work but it’s doable. God speed man.

  • @Majorhavoktv
    @Majorhavoktv 4 місяці тому +1

    He is very organized and professional. As a veteran I appreciate that, cheers mate from the USA!

  • @Uhuss-qq6cq
    @Uhuss-qq6cq 3 роки тому +121

    You should do a video about how you got into this industry and where it all started. Great video btw.

  • @JamesBernardohk
    @JamesBernardohk 3 роки тому +92

    Not sure how I came upon this video but I’ve just watched the whole thing - top lad

  • @Richiebxrry
    @Richiebxrry 3 роки тому +22

    I thoroughly enjoyed watching this. As busy as he looks he really looks like he enjoys the unpredictable nature of his work. Inspirational stuff

  • @Engineering-To-Infinity
    @Engineering-To-Infinity 3 роки тому +14

    This guys works more than his employees, this's very motivating

  • @mrergeone
    @mrergeone 3 роки тому +82

    Big respect it shows that success doesn’t come without hard work, people are so quick to look at Instagram and think people have it all but they don’t see the grind behind the scene to make it.

    • @TrulyUniqueOne
      @TrulyUniqueOne 3 роки тому +5

      Instagram is so fake 3/4's of the people on it haven't done shit but they make it look like they have

  • @deanscully5844
    @deanscully5844 3 роки тому +170

    I'm impressed by him driving around with a mug of coffee without spilling 😂

    • @kripto999
      @kripto999 3 роки тому +5

      I was thinking how the heck do you even shift with a cup of coffee until I realized there are automatics

    • @amabeza
      @amabeza 3 роки тому

      Lol

    • @boakyebb
      @boakyebb 3 роки тому +14

      Yeah if you have decent car it probably has a whole different driving experience ... I hit a pothole in my Corsa and I'm covered... He hits a pothole and it is like a little breeze touching the tyre lol...

    • @lolbots
      @lolbots 3 роки тому

      scripted bs

    • @officialrealistyoutube
      @officialrealistyoutube 3 роки тому +1

      Jesus Christ people are so stupid, he has an automatic car so you only need to turn the wheel, its not that difficult

  • @DdotRay86
    @DdotRay86 2 роки тому +5

    This must be one of the most likeable, admirable people on UA-cam. Massive respect to him as a person and a business leader.

  • @pazt9911
    @pazt9911 3 роки тому +26

    So much respect, that's all, from one business owner to another!

  • @Ap0calypseUK
    @Ap0calypseUK 3 роки тому +149

    “Don’t ask me a question you can just google yeh?” Haha that’s quality

    • @tshidiblaque9373
      @tshidiblaque9373 3 роки тому +2

      This is true. Cz everybody gotta work aint nobody got time to waste on questions whose answers are in the net

  • @floop2935
    @floop2935 3 роки тому +130

    Lack of focus is why most of us fail . We never get started!

  • @buildingphase9712
    @buildingphase9712 3 роки тому +9

    Watching this is so motivational in so many levels, Ashville's work ethic is amazing. . . Glad to see infrastructure that actually works i.e trains

  • @bevanpetersen1625
    @bevanpetersen1625 3 роки тому +2

    The world needs more people like you Daniel. May your business go from strength to strength.

  • @mwnciboo
    @mwnciboo 3 роки тому +11

    We need more guys like you in the UK. Go getters, inspirational, making things happen. Never hear an excuse, never hear you being a victim. Big shoulders, taking responsibility on them. Total respect.

  • @TJFNixon
    @TJFNixon 3 роки тому +40

    Finally a contractor who does his own snagging before the client and before the contract administrator does! 👏🏻

    • @lolbots
      @lolbots 3 роки тому +3

      said for the camera, you numpty. *ain't nobody got time for dat*

    • @billyguard-fox3526
      @billyguard-fox3526 3 роки тому +2

      @@lolbots trust me 😂

  • @croydonrudeness
    @croydonrudeness 3 роки тому +5

    Impressive, the founder is clearly driven, focused, very hardworking and also seems a decent grounded guy. Really good to watch.

  • @nathanpowell4529
    @nathanpowell4529 3 роки тому +9

    One thing I learned about leadership is that you should always ‘start with why’. Not once did he tell someone why he needed them to do something and instead told them to just do it. “People don’t buy what you do, they buy why you do it” - Simon Sinek

    • @JH-lo5gg
      @JH-lo5gg 3 роки тому +1

      I'm theory you're right but practically it could be difficult telling every single person why? Sometimes employees just need to be told what to do. Why? Because they don't care, its just a job to them. They just want the day to end and go home.

    • @envy8468
      @envy8468 2 роки тому

      @@JH-lo5gg you'll know who to explain why to I guess and who not to bother with. I know plenty who will argue to the point where I have to tell them to just do it and I wonder why I bothered trying to explain

  • @stevekeyboy
    @stevekeyboy 3 роки тому +34

    250-300 emails a day...GOD! I get about 6 emails a day and it bugs me the heck out. You're inspiring, sir.

    • @WhoShorts_
      @WhoShorts_ 3 роки тому +2

      He’s exaggerating. No way he gets 300 emails a day

    • @Redmanticore
      @Redmanticore 2 роки тому +2

      @@WhoShorts_ you do get that much in construction. but he didn't say he replies to them all. he should hire someone to answer his emails, make a list of what needs to be said.

  • @MikeSyraxx
    @MikeSyraxx 3 роки тому +42

    You remind me of my dad when we he started his business now 17 years later I’m 21 and running it , love it Manz

    • @imhemaster
      @imhemaster 3 роки тому +4

      Handed to you on a plate. Good for you

    • @boakyebb
      @boakyebb 3 роки тому

      @ryan ashley I'd like to think that translates to " you deserve everything you got ". In regards @josh's comment.

    • @josephesalmoran6797
      @josephesalmoran6797 3 роки тому +3

      imhemaster it’s more like here’s everything I learned for the past 17 years plus a shit ton of responsibilities make it better or sink it. Handed but not easy to eat.

  • @Jordman1980
    @Jordman1980 3 роки тому +8

    I like your man management skills, very clear and always in control of any situation! Seems like you have a good team around you too, which is by far the most important thing in Management!

  • @couragemedallion
    @couragemedallion 3 роки тому +7

    Dedication, sacrifice and hardworking that’s all you need to succeed, never been an easy task that’s why many people fail and struggle.Thank you for the inspirational I enjoyed watching your video . God bless you

  • @Arsenal-81
    @Arsenal-81 3 роки тому +31

    I've been a Quantity Surveyor for for the past 13 years working for one of the largest main contractors in the UK, during the lock down I've decided to venture out on my own and I'm currently setting up my own business, and this video is very motivational. Cheers pal for the great video.👍

    • @peterkinda4983
      @peterkinda4983 3 роки тому +1

      How's your business going

    • @Arsenal-81
      @Arsenal-81 3 роки тому +4

      @@peterkinda4983 very early days at the moment. In the process of obtaining all the right accreditation's at the minute so I can tender for Local Authority work. There is so much you need to have in place before going out and offering your services to everyone.

    • @panchh9228
      @panchh9228 3 роки тому

      Good luck

    • @thefreemind1531
      @thefreemind1531 3 роки тому +1

      I’m 22 and I’m about to get into quantity surveying , what was your feedback and experience on it,

    • @peterkinda4983
      @peterkinda4983 3 роки тому +1

      @@Arsenal-81 best of luck

  • @wesleyselkridge2197
    @wesleyselkridge2197 3 роки тому +75

    Not in the construction industry myself but this was so interesting and inspiring. Huge respect. The sort of content kids should be shown in school.

  • @Aj2030
    @Aj2030 2 роки тому +2

    Now That's very motivating, just to see a brother do his best every day for a business he started patiently from the ground up. May God continue blessing you bro.

  • @ainsmas361
    @ainsmas361 2 роки тому +5

    This is valuable. If you’re an entrepreneurial guy/girl.. this is gold. It’s all well and good listening to tips and tricks.. but to see it in action, wow

  • @NoeGarcia-mo2zv
    @NoeGarcia-mo2zv 3 роки тому +14

    As a construction company owner myself. This video was very insightful and valuable in how to move and operate as a CEO. Take notes, being the director of any company is stressful and you literally work from sun up to sun down. Unfortunately not everyone is made for that lifestyle. But it can be extremely rewarding

  • @karlfeast
    @karlfeast 3 роки тому +45

    This guy is such an inspiration people think they'd love his life and money but would they willing to put the work in

    • @lidl9335
      @lidl9335 3 роки тому +10

      It's all fun and game until u have to get up 5 in the morning

    • @boakyebb
      @boakyebb 3 роки тому

      @@lidl9335 innit for real for real

    • @colorfulcodes
      @colorfulcodes 3 роки тому +6

      People like him make the world go around. Most people don't want to work too hard, myself included.

    • @xpabz
      @xpabz 3 роки тому

      Colorful Codes 🤩😀

    • @TheDoosh79
      @TheDoosh79 3 роки тому

      @@lidl9335 I've already been out of the house half an hour when he is getting up, hard work and long hours isn't an automatic big pay cheque, that's the myth told to keep people working themselves to death for the 1% to keep hold of everything.

  • @mr_clottey
    @mr_clottey Місяць тому

    I really like this guy. Direct, respectful, driven, intelligent.

  • @smackdadickus
    @smackdadickus 3 роки тому +22

    If I drove with a mug of coffee in the morning in the US I’d hit a pot hole and half of itd be on my lap 😂

  • @MB-us8dk
    @MB-us8dk 3 роки тому +280

    The only time you can walk onto a job site with a baseball helmet is if you the one paying everyone 😂

    • @zackzander425
      @zackzander425 3 роки тому +9

      Hard hats in Europe look like that.

    • @robinjackson7540
      @robinjackson7540 3 роки тому +6

      LMAO, bruh haha. That shit got me too 😂

    • @MB-us8dk
      @MB-us8dk 3 роки тому +8

      @@zackzander425 Walk onto an American job site like that let me know how it goes

    • @Jonish_
      @Jonish_ 3 роки тому +6

      Zack Zander No they don’t 😂

    • @AZ-bx8yi
      @AZ-bx8yi 3 роки тому +1

      @@Jonish_ yeah.... often they do. get with the program...

  • @bekabeka71
    @bekabeka71 3 роки тому +21

    Man you’re so clear when speaking and you’ve a very calm approach

  • @cosminsyoutube1268
    @cosminsyoutube1268 3 роки тому +85

    Who else is here after watching the truck drag race on carwow?

    • @amazingblyatman5760
      @amazingblyatman5760 3 роки тому +1

      Wait what. HOW

    • @cosminsyoutube1268
      @cosminsyoutube1268 3 роки тому

      He lent out two trucks to car wow and matt and yanni had drag races in them that’s how I found him out because Matt gives him a shoutout

    • @amazingblyatman5760
      @amazingblyatman5760 3 роки тому +1

      @@cosminsyoutube1268 ah. I wondered if the algorithm united us once again, as this video got recommended for me unter matts video. Forgot he gave him a shoutout

    • @cosminsyoutube1268
      @cosminsyoutube1268 3 роки тому

      @@amazingblyatman5760 I love car wow, you should subscribe and also matts personal channel

    • @kennymathew6757
      @kennymathew6757 3 роки тому

      I came here after watching his Rolls Royce vs the Continental at carwow few weeks ago

  • @joshuamihok1651
    @joshuamihok1651 3 роки тому +5

    Respect for all the hard/smart work. A true leader that sets a good example. I am impressed with the dedication.

  • @leor4473
    @leor4473 3 роки тому +163

    This is actually inspiring. Chill, no bullshit and straight to buisness. Will be watching more of your videos and taking notes. 💯

  • @lehoff
    @lehoff 3 роки тому +22

    I work in this industry and met many people like Daniel - they're great guys. Early starts, lots of exciting work, and feels really rewarding. I've been on the front line as well as on the board so it's good to see a senior manager getting out and about and getting stuck in.

  • @LionAndTheSerpentPodcast
    @LionAndTheSerpentPodcast 3 роки тому +2

    Very inspiring, First time i've seen a boss in that line of work be firm and not emotional combine with tremendous communication skills. Wish you all the success Daniel!

  • @zackrao6834
    @zackrao6834 2 роки тому +1

    Watching this again and again but today when Daniel arrived at site,me while watching it inside my car,also reach at my construction site . Hope to be like him. 😁

  • @hl236
    @hl236 3 роки тому +43

    Give this man his own show on Channel 4!!

    • @LA-fr7fx
      @LA-fr7fx 3 роки тому +1

      100% agree. 👏

    • @itsmike9227
      @itsmike9227 3 роки тому +1

      Channel 4 will ruin it

  • @TheKing-tl8si
    @TheKing-tl8si 3 роки тому +259

    This guy is a workaholic, organised, OCD. He must get really pissed, if his day don't go according to plan. This guy is waaaaaaay busier than yanni...😜

    • @uptimusprime9876
      @uptimusprime9876 3 роки тому +27

      I prefer people like this to be honest no nonsense. If you're pissing about on the job you deserve to be carted off. Gotta have serious candidates if you want to get the result you want.

    • @seanmoore4653
      @seanmoore4653 3 роки тому +8

      Nice organised guy but i bet he's hard to live with lol.

    • @gpierre90
      @gpierre90 3 роки тому +11

      @Green Mills People think its OCD, Nope, Guy simply knows how to manage his day. He is concerned about safety. Good qualities of Business Management. If people think this is overkill, Watch Ultimate Airport Dubai, You think this guy is hectic, Try working at a busy airport.

    • @HkLY45
      @HkLY45 3 роки тому

      @Manuel Castro he was cool this entire video. Stop being a baby. You have no idea what it takes to win.

    • @HkLY45
      @HkLY45 3 роки тому

      @Manuel Castro you make zero sense. Nothing in this video has anything to do with inflation. He's a professional business owner. Show me the time he is unprofessional. I own three companies as well - to get rich you have to get shit done and make sure others do too. Timestamp where he isn't professional.

  • @LeemWills
    @LeemWills 3 роки тому +9

    Proud of this brother . Hard work pays off

  • @trevornkosinathincube7359
    @trevornkosinathincube7359 2 роки тому +1

    Trevor herr all the way from South Africa, im inspired. I run an Electrical company and Daniel is a good inspiration ✨

  • @celebritychefsrecipe9705
    @celebritychefsrecipe9705 3 роки тому +225

    I really respect this guy. He really inspire me, like to see black men in business. Hats off to you my brother. I would definitely need some advice regarding the business that I’m running.

    • @livinglikeahuman7918
      @livinglikeahuman7918 3 роки тому +11

      Here you go with your government indoctrination camp compartmentalizations.

    • @Calcific9
      @Calcific9 3 роки тому +47

      I bet you a million bucks Daniel does not see him self as “a black man in business” he’s a man he runs a business he’s successful and his skin color happens to be dark in complexion.

    • @89E8NiNjA
      @89E8NiNjA 3 роки тому

      @@Mysteryofmines Beta male

    • @hellboy700r
      @hellboy700r 3 роки тому +5

      Why bringing his skin colour? How dare you saying that. Honestly....

    • @Undertaker93
      @Undertaker93 3 роки тому

      Racist

  • @mitchellintrieri
    @mitchellintrieri 3 роки тому +48

    Love this. Every spare moment during the day is used to move business forward. Whether it’s nonstop calls in the car, repurposing an old shelving system, or rerouting lorries to be more efficient. Not once did I see him on the phone passing time. He’s clearly working hard and that makes the people who work for him see that and wrk harder themselves. Nobody likes a boss that sits around.

  • @TheArsenic1
    @TheArsenic1 3 роки тому +2

    Mad respect, so much respect 🙌 . The accent makes it hard to know when my guy is mad, kinda thought he was made the entire time but the smile gives it away.

  • @yolocuz9591
    @yolocuz9591 3 роки тому +4

    stumbled across this video by accident and actually enjoy watching it! hard work and persistence really does pay off!

  • @user-fq6hf5ho6u
    @user-fq6hf5ho6u 3 роки тому +30

    Guy is super hard working.. young black man at the top of his game. Real inspiration.

    • @keithy363
      @keithy363 3 роки тому +1

      He’s a young man it’s nothing to do with his colour many black men can do what he does , even from council estates

    • @user-fq6hf5ho6u
      @user-fq6hf5ho6u 3 роки тому +7

      @@keithy363 LOL. Leave it out.. besides the point. The guy is young, BLACK and successful. Of course more can apply themselves and do well no matter the background.. that's not the point. I'm acknowledging HIS achievements with no apologies. He just so happens to be black/mixed race.. which connects with me more because I am. It's not a common sight yet, especially within this industry. What he's doing is inspirational period.. regardless of colour.. especially if you're working class. Not sure why you're touchy.

    • @keithy363
      @keithy363 3 роки тому +1

      L 1 I just feel when people make a point of saying “ ooh is t the black man doing well “ type of comment is kind of derogatory . Would love to know how and where it all began though , on a personal note my cousins who are mixed race were never brought up with any stigma attached to them nor was their father ( Ghanaian ) heritage

    • @user-fq6hf5ho6u
      @user-fq6hf5ho6u 3 роки тому +1

      @@keithy363 I get what you mean, but I'm moreso coming from the angle of that's a black man doing well.. not he's doing well for a black man.. if you get the difference. People like him are an example of what the norm can/should be. I'm sure people like him don't even want his colour to be the focus.. just his ability.. we will get there.

    • @keithy363
      @keithy363 3 роки тому

      L 1 👊 I get ya some white folk stigmatise themselves too , I watch a fella called Sara Garvey on here and he put something up which I thought was awesome he said he doesn’t teach his kids about black slaves but of black kings etc from back in the day setting him up for positive thought not negative , I cane from a council estate in Slough patents sometimes had 2 jobs owned their own home , wanted to get of their estates mum ended up getting a nursing degree at 35 we all now live in Australia I work in oil and gas so just need the right mindset not the victim / government owes me mindset

  • @jonathanlove6772
    @jonathanlove6772 3 роки тому +97

    So glad I found this channel, blinking interesting.

  • @anger42
    @anger42 3 роки тому +4

    I love how the office they work in seems to be a container structure. Smart move skirting the building costs of a brick and mortar structure.

  • @IkeSpeaksUp
    @IkeSpeaksUp 3 роки тому +40

    Notice how he does not waste his fucking time. He knowingly avoids the news, current events, music, talk shows, podcasts and just focuses on one thing (his businesses). The lack of distraction and keeping focus has taken him far.

    • @sbstaysharp25
      @sbstaysharp25 3 роки тому

      Focused

    • @thegamerabdull8820
      @thegamerabdull8820 3 роки тому

      He does watch shows tho he just said like 3 big shows he watches and he watches UA-cam about house constructions too

    • @tammyariel2982
      @tammyariel2982 2 роки тому

      @@sbstaysharp25 no music? Is this what is being promoted by successful entrepreneurs?

  • @Joe20209
    @Joe20209 3 роки тому +22

    This is honestly the best thing on UA-cam. You need to make it a constant thing. The public want to see you on your day to day business.

  • @sheltongroup5922
    @sheltongroup5922 3 роки тому +11

    Finally a relatable video of the everyday life of the construction industry. I own a Landscape company in Chicago and there is definitely similar struggles. Great to see you handling everything so well. Keep the videos coming

    • @lolbots
      @lolbots 3 роки тому

      what's so difficult about landscaping? one of the scams of the modern world

    • @sheltongroup5922
      @sheltongroup5922 3 роки тому +6

      @@lolbots from a person looking in ABSOLUTELY NOTHING. From a business owner: employees, time lost, scheduling, breakdowns, taxes, safety Healthcare, planning, lack of man power due to the labor force, insurance regulations, taxes, maintaining positive cash flow, estimating and job leads, etc. There is more behind every company than the average person can see. That's why I said the video is RELATABLE. Obviously you can't relate. So don't reply.

  • @ronaldlizardibrown1565
    @ronaldlizardibrown1565 3 роки тому +7

    I’m not sure why, but this was inspiring, from an African American in the US

    • @St3v3NWL
      @St3v3NWL 3 роки тому +2

      Because it is a black men in charge of white people?

    • @ronaldlizardibrown1565
      @ronaldlizardibrown1565 3 роки тому

      @@St3v3NWL I didn’t see any white people in his video....

  • @HISHAM931
    @HISHAM931 3 роки тому +1

    This was honestly a great insight. Guaranteed 24 hours is not enough time in the day for this guy. You just have to be a different breed to operate like this guy.

  • @Different-Level
    @Different-Level 3 роки тому +69

    Such an inspiring insight, and not to mention such a down to earth individual. I will be just like this guy when I'm older

  • @StrictlyEss
    @StrictlyEss 3 роки тому +16

    So much content in 25 minutes, real hustler.

  • @kenstondaniel6862
    @kenstondaniel6862 2 роки тому

    I watched this video when I came out a year ago. That's when I became an instant fan. Really motivates me to keep going. Asheville weekly is now the highlight of my week.

  • @kitsoromeomagwadi7326
    @kitsoromeomagwadi7326 3 роки тому +1

    So impressed! I didn’t know just how much dedication you had to put upfront. Your focus is immaculate 👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾🙌🏾🙌🏾🙌🏾

  • @alknobhill
    @alknobhill 3 роки тому +29

    It’s always great seeing black men owning their own businesses and doing well in the process

  • @mcccarpentry6after5
    @mcccarpentry6after5 3 роки тому +29

    Forget Tony Robbins this video is my go too motivation. I watched it 3 times now. Well done.

  • @thealaskanbascan6277
    @thealaskanbascan6277 3 роки тому +3

    Its nice to see the perspective of the owner of the company. I've worked construction before, I understand the CEO a little more now.

  • @tomialagbe739
    @tomialagbe739 3 роки тому

    Coming back and watching the old videos just goes to show how much can change in almost a year