I used to hire a neighbor as a second cameraman for my side wedding business mostly as a favor to him as he needed the cash. Had him signed up for a wedding one weekend and at the last minute he tells me he took another job that weekend and left me scrambling to find a replacement two days before the wedding. Funny thing is he didn't understand why I was so pissed off. I let him have it and never spoke to him again. People are funny. No good deed goes unpunished. You're a class act Ron, don't let it get to you.
I'm not a businessman, but this man keeps changing his mind, different dates, different opinions, different circumstances... I think you came off clean before arguments get worst during or after the job
No worries about that scoundrel. Turdballs are everywhere but eventually they will stink themselves out of business. Your professional demeanor and commitment to your customers will prevail.
Hello Bondo! What's the old saying? "Burn me once, shame on you". "Burn me twice, shame on me". Just like a tear in a river, I would let him go so fast... That story defies the definition of friendship or that of a reasonable working relationship! Really enjoy your channel! Thanks for sharing. 😁👍👍👍👍👍
A man is only as good as his word! I would have dumped that concrete in his yard…But I’m hard….You held your composure! Great job! You’re a man of integrity!
You said he is slow to pay too? That is always my biggest red flag when dealing with people. If you have to badger them to pay they aren't worth dealing with. Then when they come begging you to do work you make them pay up front or walk away.
Been in construction 25 years now. I don't have any 'friends' in the trades, only work relationships. My actual friends even know better than to ask for a 'friends and family discount '. Keep up the good work. I'm new to the channel but I can tell after four videos that you're a man of integrity.
Cut him like bait bro, I’m sure you were in business long before him and I guarantee you’ll still be in business when he’s gone. Keep up the good work. Youre an awesome example of the good old American way. Dirty hands, clean money 🇺🇸❤️🤍💙
When you own a business you have no "friends".Only business associates. I just retired from corporate ownership (sold my factory and retired well). My wife was the first to notice that people who acted like my friends stopped calling when the money dried up as I was no longer signing the front side of checks to them. I knew it would happen and tried to explain it to her. Conversely there are annual trade shows for my former industry and the new owners are setting up booths at those. Through a contact I heard the people I worked with over several decades were: shocked that I sold out and retired,missed me, and had very nice things to say about my business ethics,ability, and desire to help any and all that asked. That made me feel pretty good.
I have noticed many pretended to be nice when they are dependent on you as supervisor. Man and woman, woman try to seduce and man like u 'leek your boots'. I have made many favors to coworkers, put their problems before mine, the moment they get used to it and see you as nice, polite person, they think they are better than you... After this many start to sabotage and 'backstab'. I have cut all of them from my life, now i'm very careful hiring people. Before that i thought people could be changed for good when give recourses and taught so. The moment i have cut giving support to 'friends' they have shown their real faces...
Mr. Bond, you are amazing. Of all the videos of yours I have watched over the last few years, this is the most impressive. With no one watching, and no one helping, you made sure the finish on the concrete you had placed was perfection. That's the attention to detail that when things get wild and tough comes into play to make a difficult job still be a success. Well done, Sir! PS: I noticed you pulled all that wire mesh up into the larger job.... 🤪 PPS: No. You and your crew don't need to be a backup to someone that isn't honorable.
I really enjoy your videos and admire the work you and your crew get done. You deserve better treatment and shouldn't work with that other crew. Life is short and you deserve to get better treatment.
Hey bondo ,I’m in construction in England and you find some people are all about themselves,his loss if you ask me Looking forward to the videos this year
Nice to find someone somewhat local...im between Rochester and Syracuse. I just did a stamped patio behind my house and I wish I did a few things different now...Good videos!
There's a few things I won't miss about owning my own company & this is definitely one of them. I hated people doing this & assholes shopping my bids. Best revenge is for you to have a great career! Thanks for doing these videos, keeps me kinda' in the game.
General contractor in the philly area since the 80's ...Don't take it personal...It sucks when you count on something and if falls through- just because. You learn that everything happens for a reason...We don't know what it is sometimes but; There'll be plenty more jobs...Now that guy owes you one...Keep that ace in your pocket...:)...Good health to you and yours.
It seems like you are a really honest contractor much like I run my buisness. Burn me once, shame on you, burn me twice, shame on me.. My interpretation of that saying is if someone burned you once it's his fault and if you go back and get burned a second time it's your own fault. Sometimes it's best to just walk away and avoid any future headaches . My two cents from your Canadian brother ✌️🇨🇦
Well, Bondo, I think you made the right choice, deer hunting is definitely more important. I have no doubt you’re a good man. This guy was just keeping both of y’all hanging to see if he could get one you two to come down on the price so he could pocket more. It was good that y’all talked, hopefully he felt like crap. Good real friends are few and far between. Take care of yourself, see you on the next one 🤘
@@bondobuilt386 yea to many they sucker me into just give their rust buckets a quick paint,and ends up being a full custom job.instead of being a 2 week job ends up being a two month job for the same pay.😕😕😕
It is pretty obvious that we broke the weather. That is really big thing to break. I expect you got a bunch of snow. I have family and friends between Hartford and Boston. They are in it deep. Out here in the PNW the weather is crazy too. We are going to pay for it this summer. Compare 'broke the weather' with 'cut out of a job'. Perspective. You have sure taught me a lot about concrete and I appreciate that.
Drop him and keep up what you’re doing, friends like that and you don’t need enemies. It’s obvious you know what your doing as everyone keeps calling you , because you do what you say your gonna do. Good luck and stay warm.
G'day Bondo, It's not a nice feeling to find out that you've been "lead to believe", that the job is yours, then they get in someone else. I'm getting a thicker skin, as I get older. Your story about being left sitting on the bleachers, is all part of "the joys of being self employed" I was left feeling let down, after a similar incident, and a wise old man said to me, as he held up his five fingers, "If you have this many good friends in a lifetime, you'll be doing ok" I'm lucky, I have a few good friends that have stuck by me through thick and thin, mind you, i think that one of the tests of "friendship"is if you can still work together after some fairly big disagreements.
agreed to just cut the losses. if you two run into one another down the road cool but I wouldn't rely or trust the things that he says ever again. keep up the fun cheers.
The Godfather almost always has a line that fits... "Never let them know what you are thinking" and follow thru and as planed leave this one sided relationship behind as it was never what you thought it was. Ray Stormont
Very nicely done, I used to do a little work with concrete, and the people that don’t know about working with concrete, well it’s hard work especially when it’s hot weather!
You pretty much did the right thing. I wouldn't write the friendship off entirely... just set another boundary or two... no more joint projects without adhering to some pretty firm rules. I would no longer recommend him for jobs I can't fit into my schedule or jobs I don't want to do... at least not until he lives up to promises he makes a few times. I'd still be cordial and all... but, yeah, I wouldn't even consider working with him and I'd make sure he knows why... but then outline what has to happen if we are every going to take on a project together - like half the revenue upfront before you even BEGIN to consider making room in your schedule... NON-REFUNDABLE if he cancels/uses somebody else. Otherwise, it's nice to see him and all that... have a beer or whatever... but yeah - a boundary or two.
Sounds like a lot of bother just to help him. I usually do not have time anyway. Just was gonna help him out because it is winter. But I do think if I did work for him again I would have to do what you are saying. Thanks.
As an ex concrete guy, i sure wouldn't put full trust in anything he says as far as depending on one of his jobs, but if his money is good and something looks like a surething, I'd do the job. But never forget that his word isn't completely trustworthy.
We pour our icf walls in nova scotia all year long I have 15 to do in the next 2 months 4 foot frost wall with footers were i staling super foarm we just finished a 20 foot wall last week no problems tarps are the key
In the corporate world, I've learned that true friendships are rare. Instead, there are reliable colleagues and other categories. Smaller companies can foster friendlier relationships, useful across jobs. Yet, mixing family or close friendships with work is risky. I strongly advise against it; from experience, it's not conducive. This might sound tough, but it's my honest observation. And no, I'm not a narcissist!
What’s up Bondo? Always enjoy watching your videos. This guy doesn’t sounds like a real good friend should sound, he was begging for months that he still needed you and then when the time comes to get it done he ghosts you! I’m thinking these other guys were going to be cheaper and he was going to have more $ in his pocket, with friends like that you don’t need enemies they say. Good luck 👍
Bondo, friends don't pull those kind of stunts. Like others have said, he is no friend, steer clear of him, you don't need him to stay afloat. Enjoy your winter. We know you wouldn't do what he did to you !
When you depend on someone for work and they change on you it feels like a betrayal, but he said he had more guys that he thought and did not expect to show up! Still he should of called you about his dilemma! He was probably overwhelmed at the moment and as an afterthought realized he cut you out! Things happen sometimes, just do not depend on him next time, but it was most likely an error in judgement. Roll with the punches, speak your mind, and let it drop! You still have jobs with him!
I'm with you on the guy cutting you out. That's bad business ! It is hard when people think that All right to do and you have bailed him out before! He's definitely a man out for himself and not the team.
Bondo- if you ever do another job for him again, only way should be non refundable deposit on such. When money is involved he just might think twice about his actions. Love the channel, best to you in ‘24
“Some” people call that friendship, just “business” or “winning” (as someone famous said “we are going to be *winning* (screwing people so much) so much you are going to be sick of it”.) *You should *never* be surprised by him ever again otherwise shame on you.
Hi bondo after 55 years in construction I never trusted anyone there's always someone will do you in the end I got stung my self several times iv helped young lads out with machinery and extra men and when they get established they'll screw you and some of them don't last long they get them self's into that much death one job goes rong there gone bust with no backup plan some of them try to come back looking for work yea I know what it's like I'd ignore him I guarantee he'll be back to you begging for something. Great videos 👍 👌
Other guy was cheaper! Guarantee it. Been in business a long time myself. I’d stay away from him cuz he’s just using his so called friendship without concern of what it does to your business.
I done a job for a good friend (I thought)who was on a much higher social/financial status than I was , I literally made zero and he knew that. He 1099 me on the job!😂 He’s still rich.
I know how I am. I would Definitely work w him again but I would cancel last minute… twice. Just to keep our “friendship “ equal. I’m big on equality 😊
Nope...Let him go and don't do biz with him ever...even if he comes asking you for work for himself!! never lead someone on for a job then at the last minute screw that person!!! I was a G.C. for 35 yrs and in all my of biz I never did that to anyone
Years ago when I started my business my dad said there were a few things you should know, newer do work for relatives, a friend of a friend, or in your neighborhood. Last, never get mad, eventually, you'll get even. So true, In one of my first jobs my mom's favorite brother, my uncle, tried to screw me out of some money till she kicked the living s--- t out of him. She said don't tell your father. I told that same story to my son.
Thanks Ron. If that guy did truly honestly apologize….. not some half-ass excuse, I’d give him another shot. I caught your short video on Kevin. I think you should call it the mud-bucket. Be interested in seeing some video of that Bad Larry.
Unfortunately now a days you almost have to expect the unexpected This kind of thing started about 20 years ago for me.?? No one would keep there promises no one would want to work drop out in the middle of an expensive contract ect..??
Dishonesty is a pet peeve of mine... That burns bridges faster than anything... I don't need dishonest folks in my life... As the saying goes... Lay with dogs, you get up with fleas... Dave
Sounds more like you lost an acquaintance instead of a friend. My Grandma taught me over 50 years ago that if your count of friends is more than your fingers on one hand you are considering acquaintances as friends. I really enjoy following your channel. Enjoy the rest of the winter. Time seems to fly by, year after year
@bondobuilt386 bloody hell, yeah, there is a lot. just shows how many viewers you have bondo, lol... maybe just a like should be enough rather than replying... it will take you hours otherwise.....
I wouldn't make a big scene of it but I would tell him don't call ever again. I have cut these types of "friends" out of my life and have not regretted it for one second.
Bondo, You are a man of your word. You should expect the same from others. Old school your word and a handshake should mean something!!! Let him go. Sincerely, Bronko
It would have been a neat project to video. Some people are funny when it comes to work. They just think about themselves before others. I would tell him to kick rocks. Keep up the good videos Your a good stand up man
I bet the spray foam alone was close to 100k. That's a huge building. As for your friend, that's a no. Never again. People like that must feel the consequences of their actions. Otherwise, they will never stop.
Business can be tough, if he wants to work with you again, your price goes up accordingly, simple. Sounds like he was setting himself up as your competitor. So concentrate on just delivering your quality work and the future business will come to you.
There's apologies then there's amendments. Someone who is an adult who respects me and amends a mistake with me, I stick with. Someone who I can't trust is halfway nice but is always apologizing to me I don't have time for. That guy's just looking after number one. Sorry you had that experience, no fun.
He went with the cheaper guy. Been there had that happen. I own a small concrete company in western NY. Your buddy has been using you this hole time. I had a contractor I work for and he had me finish a floor amd then never paid me. $5000. He just made the paper for scamming people.
I had a friend since school days, I always dropped what I was doing to help him day or night, last minute, emergencies.... whatever. Since I became disabled he doesnt understand I cant labor like I did , now I need help to do small projects and cant get him out here if it was life or death. Guess I was more of a friend than he. Been a few years now and funny how I havent heard a peep. Dont let people take advantage of you.
The pony is already out of the barn, but maybe business "friends" should come to a pre-agreement where if either of you commits to a job with the other a job cancelation fee applies if a cancelation that is discretionary happens. It IS business after all. Thanks for the videos sir.
Relationships are everything, especially to have a successful business. At the very least, he doesn't value his relationship with you. Straight up, he does not respect you. You were an expensive back-up in case his cheaper option fell through. This will not bode well for him in the long run.
I enjoyed seeing the close up mag and edging work. I just do tiny concrete projects and some of the bagged concrete(depending on brand) finishes like crap. It's like it's 95% jagged rock and sand with the absolute minimum of portland.
Thanks and yes bagged concrete sucks. You can make good concrete with crushed sandy gravel with stone and Portland cement. Way better than the bagged stuff.
Forgive and move on. Takes a little while to get over the sting but know you’ll be better off in the future not having to deal with that nonsense anymore. You’re a smart guy and probably knew a while before this straw that broke the camels back that you’d stop dealing with him eventually…..Keep pluggin Bondo Question, are you able to get the form out between the new slab and old deck or just have to leave it ?
I've been in business for over 40 years, you will find you have friends/Business associates that will be there when you call, and some when its convenient to them, figure out which is which and treat them accordingly. Be careful that you don't find yourself as one or the other dependent upon your needs, we would like to think we hold ourselves to a higher morality but with deeper reflection and honesty to ones self we all fall short at times. Good luck in your Business and life.
I would say it’s not worth burning the bridge over ! U may need his help some day , as I get older I try to pick my battles and most times I’m glad I did ! Nice job on the pad
Basically he did nothing but strung you and your employees along and waisted your time. In the future get a contact on it and a retainer free to secure the the job buddy or not it's a business
I used to hire a neighbor as a second cameraman for my side wedding business mostly as a favor to him as he needed the cash. Had him signed up for a wedding one weekend and at the last minute he tells me he took another job that weekend and left me scrambling to find a replacement two days before the wedding. Funny thing is he didn't understand why I was so pissed off. I let him have it and never spoke to him again. People are funny. No good deed goes unpunished. You're a class act Ron, don't let it get to you.
Thanks for the story Jim. That sucks when people do stuff like that.
your buddy is going to run out of contractor buddies real quick
He is.
I'm not a businessman, but this man keeps changing his mind, different dates, different opinions, different circumstances... I think you came off clean before arguments get worst during or after the job
That is true.
No worries about that scoundrel. Turdballs are everywhere but eventually they will stink themselves out of business. Your professional demeanor and commitment to your customers will prevail.
Thank you
Hello Bondo! What's the old saying? "Burn me once, shame on you". "Burn me twice, shame on me". Just like a tear in a river, I would let him go so fast... That story defies the definition of friendship or that of a reasonable working relationship! Really enjoy your channel! Thanks for sharing. 😁👍👍👍👍👍
Thanks Daniel.
not a friend, just a guy you have a work relationship with
true for sure
A man is only as good as his word! I would have dumped that concrete in his yard…But I’m hard….You held your composure! Great job! You’re a man of integrity!
You said he is slow to pay too? That is always my biggest red flag when dealing with people. If you have to badger them to pay they aren't worth dealing with. Then when they come begging you to do work you make them pay up front or walk away.
No he always payed me but canceled on me and my guys a bunch of times at the last minute.
have him pay 60-70 percent up front if he agrees i’d do it
Been in construction 25 years now. I don't have any 'friends' in the trades, only work relationships. My actual friends even know better than to ask for a 'friends and family discount '. Keep up the good work. I'm new to the channel but I can tell after four videos that you're a man of integrity.
Cut him like bait bro, I’m sure you were in business long before him and I guarantee you’ll still be in business when he’s gone. Keep up the good work. Youre an awesome example of the good old American way. Dirty hands, clean money
🇺🇸❤️🤍💙
Thank you 😊
I like that saying, "Dirty hands, clean money", damn right👍
I actually got that sticker going down my windshield on my bmw lol they have stickers hoodies all kinds of stuff with dirty hands, clean money
When you own a business you have no "friends".Only business associates. I just retired from corporate ownership (sold my factory and retired well). My wife was the first to notice that people who acted like my friends stopped calling when the money dried up as I was no longer signing the front side of checks to them. I knew it would happen and tried to explain it to her.
Conversely there are annual trade shows for my former industry and the new owners are setting up booths at those. Through a contact I heard the people I worked with over several decades were:
shocked that I sold out and retired,missed me, and had very nice things to say about my business ethics,ability, and desire to help any and all that asked. That made me feel pretty good.
That must have made you smile to hear that.
@@bondobuilt386 it did.
I have noticed many pretended to be nice when they are dependent on you as supervisor. Man and woman, woman try to seduce and man like u 'leek your boots'. I have made many favors to coworkers, put their problems before mine, the moment they get used to it and see you as nice, polite person, they think they are better than you... After this many start to sabotage and 'backstab'. I have cut all of them from my life, now i'm very careful hiring people. Before that i thought people could be changed for good when give recourses and taught so. The moment i have cut giving support to 'friends' they have shown their real faces...
Mr. Bond, you are amazing. Of all the videos of yours I have watched over the last few years, this is the most impressive. With no one watching, and no one helping, you made sure the finish on the concrete you had placed was perfection. That's the attention to detail that when things get wild and tough comes into play to make a difficult job still be a success. Well done, Sir!
PS: I noticed you pulled all that wire mesh up into the larger job.... 🤪
PPS: No. You and your crew don't need to be a backup to someone that isn't honorable.
Thank you for that. I sure do aprieciate you always commenting on my videos and your support. 😊
Thank YOU for sharing your experience and wisdom about concrete and LIFE! One of the BEST YT channels I subscribe to.🙏 @@bondobuilt386
I really enjoy your videos and admire the work you and your crew get done. You deserve better treatment and shouldn't work with that other crew. Life is short and you deserve to get better treatment.
Thanks Douglas.
Thanks for sharing brother 😁,,some folks are all about their needs they say sorry to often looks like he ran out of sincerest convincing.
Your welcome 😊
Hey bondo ,I’m in construction in England and you find some people are all about themselves,his loss if you ask me
Looking forward to the videos this year
Thanks Steve. 👊
Nice to find someone somewhat local...im between Rochester and Syracuse. I just did a stamped patio behind my house and I wish I did a few things different now...Good videos!
Thanks. We have a bunch of stamping videos too
Small jobs but they are very important for the homeowners to get done before the busy season. El Nino has its good points.
Yes they are important to people.
There's a few things I won't miss about owning my own company & this is definitely one of them. I hated people doing this & assholes shopping my bids. Best revenge is for you to have a great career! Thanks for doing these videos, keeps me kinda' in the game.
Awesome I am glad the videos are helping people. WE are doing great thanks.
With you 100%. Love your videos, and your integrity and pride in your work.
Thank you 😊
I think you did exactly the right thing with this guy and his wife. I hope you were finally paid correctly for your beautiful work!
General contractor in the philly area since the 80's ...Don't take it personal...It sucks when you count on something and if falls through- just because. You learn that everything happens for a reason...We don't know what it is sometimes but; There'll be plenty more jobs...Now that guy owes you one...Keep that ace in your pocket...:)...Good health to you and yours.
Thank you and thats a good way to look at it. 😊
It seems like you are a really honest contractor much like I run my buisness. Burn me once, shame on you, burn me twice, shame on me.. My interpretation of that saying is if someone burned you once it's his fault and if you go back and get burned a second time it's your own fault. Sometimes it's best to just walk away and avoid any future headaches
. My two cents from your Canadian brother ✌️🇨🇦
Well, Bondo, I think you made the right choice, deer hunting is definitely more important.
I have no doubt you’re a good man. This guy was just keeping both of y’all hanging to see if he could get one you two to come down on the price so he could pocket more.
It was good that y’all talked, hopefully he felt like crap. Good real friends are few and far between. Take care of yourself, see you on the next one 🤘
He said he felt like crap but there was a better solution. I would have done it cheap just to video if he offered.
@@bondobuilt386 lol 😆 😆😆😆😆😆
You didn't get fired bud,he fired himself,Me as a car painter have dealt with this soul called buddies.
I am sure you have many so called buddies if you are a car painter.
@@bondobuilt386 yea to many they sucker me into just give their rust buckets a quick paint,and ends up being a full custom job.instead of being a 2 week job ends up being a two month job for the same pay.😕😕😕
It is pretty obvious that we broke the weather. That is really big thing to break. I expect you got a bunch of snow. I have family and friends between Hartford and Boston. They are in it deep. Out here in the PNW the weather is crazy too. We are going to pay for it this summer. Compare 'broke the weather' with 'cut out of a job'. Perspective.
You have sure taught me a lot about concrete and I appreciate that.
Thank you and yes I think we did mess the weather up. We do not have much snow at all.
Drop him and keep up what you’re doing, friends like that and you don’t need enemies. It’s obvious you know what your doing as everyone keeps calling you , because you do what you say your gonna do. Good luck and stay warm.
Thanks and I will. 😊
G'day Bondo,
It's not a nice feeling to find out that you've been "lead to believe", that the job is yours, then they get in someone else.
I'm getting a thicker skin, as I get older.
Your story about being left sitting on the bleachers, is all part of "the joys of being self employed"
I was left feeling let down, after a similar incident, and a wise old man said to me, as he held up his five fingers,
"If you have this many good friends in a lifetime, you'll be doing ok"
I'm lucky, I have a few good friends that have stuck by me through thick and thin,
mind you, i think that one of the tests of "friendship"is if you can still work together after some fairly big disagreements.
Thanks I have a handful of good friends that have been there for years. 😊
If that happened more than once, cut all ties with that guy. Keep up the great work!
Thanks good advice.
agreed to just cut the losses. if you two run into one another down the road cool but I wouldn't rely or trust the things that he says ever again. keep up the fun cheers.
Thanks and I agree
The Godfather almost always has a line that fits... "Never let them know what you are thinking" and follow thru and as planed leave this one sided relationship behind as it was never what you thought it was. Ray Stormont
Thanks for that.
Never work with him again! He’ll keep making excuses until you realize he’s stringing you along. He cares about one thing, himself!
The way I hear it is, He burnt his own bridge for future help. More his lose than yours at this point.
Thanks and yes he did.
Very nicely done, I used to do a little work with concrete, and the people that don’t know about working with concrete, well it’s hard work especially when it’s hot weather!
You pretty much did the right thing. I wouldn't write the friendship off entirely... just set another boundary or two... no more joint projects without adhering to some pretty firm rules. I would no longer recommend him for jobs I can't fit into my schedule or jobs I don't want to do... at least not until he lives up to promises he makes a few times. I'd still be cordial and all... but, yeah, I wouldn't even consider working with him and I'd make sure he knows why... but then outline what has to happen if we are every going to take on a project together - like half the revenue upfront before you even BEGIN to consider making room in your schedule... NON-REFUNDABLE if he cancels/uses somebody else. Otherwise, it's nice to see him and all that... have a beer or whatever... but yeah - a boundary or two.
Sounds like a lot of bother just to help him. I usually do not have time anyway. Just was gonna help him out because it is winter. But I do think if I did work for him again I would have to do what you are saying. Thanks.
that wasnt your friend… he found a way to put more $ in his pocket is all. You do nice work!
Thanks Jim.
Absolutely!@@bondobuilt386
keep your head up my man, work will come your way !
Thanks bud. I have a ton of work lined up was just helping him out because it's winter.
Never say no to money, but don't prioritize anything that guy does over your own business.
We have a bunch of work this year anyway.
amazing how the buzzard comes out in folks over a dollar
Its sad.
who needs enemys when you have friends like that
I know too true.
Just remember the old saying, "Screw me once, shame on you" "Screw me twice, shame on me". Cut ties.
Yes I think so.
As an ex concrete guy, i sure wouldn't put full trust in anything he says as far as depending on one of his jobs, but if his money is good and something looks like a surething, I'd do the job. But never forget that his word isn't completely trustworthy.
I have tons of work so I will just stay clear.
Appears your buddy kept you and your team in his back pocket as a last resort in case his actual plans didn't work out. Stay far away from that guy!
When you find out your buddy isn't your buddy at all and is just using you. These are the people you tell them lose my number and have a nice life.
Yup he did.
We pour our icf walls in nova scotia all year long I have 15 to do in the next 2 months 4 foot frost wall with footers were i staling super foarm we just finished a 20 foot wall last week no problems tarps are the key
I don't think you lost a real friend at all, just saw the true colors of a user
In Yiddish he’s a Goniff! A crook!
In the corporate world, I've learned that true friendships are rare. Instead, there are reliable colleagues and other categories. Smaller companies can foster friendlier relationships, useful across jobs. Yet, mixing family or close friendships with work is risky. I strongly advise against it; from experience, it's not conducive. This might sound tough, but it's my honest observation. And no, I'm not a narcissist!
Thanks for the comment and I believe you are correct.
What’s up Bondo? Always enjoy watching your videos. This guy doesn’t sounds like a real good friend should sound, he was begging for months that he still needed you and then when the time comes to get it done he ghosts you! I’m thinking these other guys were going to be cheaper and he was going to have more $ in his pocket, with friends like that you don’t need enemies they say. Good luck 👍
Thanks buddy and I think that too.
Bondo, friends don't pull those kind of stunts. Like others have said, he is no friend, steer clear of him, you don't need him to stay afloat. Enjoy your winter. We know you wouldn't do what he did to you !
No I would not do that to him.
When you depend on someone for work and they change on you it feels like a betrayal, but he said he had more guys that he thought and did not expect to show up! Still he should of called you about his dilemma! He was probably overwhelmed at the moment and as an afterthought realized he cut you out! Things happen sometimes, just do not depend on him next time, but it was most likely an error in judgement. Roll with the punches, speak your mind, and let it drop! You still have jobs with him!
We have more work than we can do. I was just gonna help him out because we do not normally work in winter.
I'm with you on the guy cutting you out. That's bad business !
It is hard when people think that All right to do and you have bailed him out before! He's definitely a man out for himself and not the team.
Yup and I would have handled it way differently.
Money will make people do strange things.
Yes it will
Bondo- if you ever do another job for him again, only way should be non refundable deposit on such. When money is involved he just might think twice about his actions. Love the channel, best to you in ‘24
Thanks we have a busy year lined up.
“Some” people call that friendship, just “business” or “winning” (as someone famous said “we are going to be *winning* (screwing people so much) so much you are going to be sick of it”.)
*You should *never* be surprised by him ever again otherwise shame on you.
No nothing will surprise me going forward.
Hi bondo after 55 years in construction I never trusted anyone there's always someone will do you in the end I got stung my self several times iv helped young lads out with machinery and extra men and when they get established they'll screw you and some of them don't last long they get them self's into that much death one job goes rong there gone bust with no backup plan some of them try to come back looking for work yea I know what it's like I'd ignore him I guarantee he'll be back to you begging for something. Great videos 👍 👌
Thanks Patrick.
Other guy was cheaper! Guarantee it. Been in business a long time myself. I’d stay away from him cuz he’s just using his so called friendship without concern of what it does to your business.
Yes I think you are correct.
Been there! Never do work for friends! If so you have to contract it just like anyone else!
So sad that it has to be like that.
I done a job for a good friend (I thought)who was on a much higher social/financial status than I was , I literally made zero and he knew that. He 1099 me on the job!😂 He’s still rich.
Watch the people you trust & the people you do business with. It’s sad to say, but it’s true. There’s not enough loyal people left on this planet.
You are correct about loyalty.
Guys like that always have excuses. Avoid untrustworthy people.
Yes they sure do.
I know how I am. I would
Definitely work w him again but I would cancel last minute… twice. Just to keep our “friendship “ equal. I’m big on equality 😊
Nope...Let him go and don't do biz with him ever...even if he comes asking you for work for himself!! never lead someone on for a job then at the last minute screw that person!!! I was a G.C. for 35 yrs and in all my of biz I never did that to anyone
It's just bad business.
Years ago when I started my business my dad said there were a few things you should know, newer do work for relatives, a friend of a friend, or in your neighborhood. Last, never get mad, eventually, you'll get even. So true, In one of my first jobs my mom's favorite brother, my uncle, tried to screw me out of some money till she kicked the living s--- t out of him. She said don't tell your father. I told that same story to my son.
LOL good story your mom kicked his butt. LOL
I love your Mom!
LOL 🤣@@Praterphil
Thanks Ron. If that guy did truly honestly apologize….. not some half-ass excuse, I’d give him another shot. I caught your short video on Kevin. I think you should call it the mud-bucket. Be interested in seeing some video of that Bad Larry.
I like that. The mud bucket. LOL
Unfortunately now a days you almost have to expect the unexpected This kind of thing started about 20 years ago for me.?? No one would keep there promises no one would want to work drop out in the middle of an expensive contract ect..??
It really sucks that people are like that.
@@bondobuilt386 Yes it does.
You don’t need people like this. He kept you just in case the other guys didn’t work out. Been there done that.
Yes he did.
Dishonesty is a pet peeve of mine... That burns bridges faster than anything... I don't need dishonest folks in my life... As the saying goes... Lay with dogs, you get up with fleas... Dave
I like that one bud. Lay with dogs. LOL. Now I got fleas.
You don't get the fleas until you mention what jerks they are and THEN associate with the dogs... You have time my friend...@@bondobuilt386
It looks like he appears to need you, but you don't need him, His loss.
I certainly do not. Thanks.
Obviously an acquaintance and not a friend. I hate to be jerked around, so don't blame you a bit. Fool me once, shame on you, fool me twice......
Ya I have let it happen to many times.
@bondobuilt386 you let it slide 'cause you have a big heart...keep up the good work...
Thank you 😊@@anthonypowless
If he wants to be friends later fine but never would help him again
thats what I am thinking.
Yeah. It's hard to be a worker especially in NY. It's to cold here in PA to be messing with mud. Stay safe.
Yup I like taking the winter off. We kill it the rest of the year.
Sounds more like you lost an acquaintance instead of a friend.
My Grandma taught me over 50 years ago that if your count of friends is more than your fingers on one hand you are considering acquaintances as friends.
I really enjoy following your channel. Enjoy the rest of the winter. Time seems to fly by, year after year
It does fly by. Thanks for the comment and watching the comment.
Great job replying to everyone that shows you're a great youtuber. I know it's not always possible, but it's great to see...
I am trying but there is a lot on this one. LOL
@bondobuilt386 bloody hell, yeah, there is a lot. just shows how many viewers you have bondo, lol... maybe just a like should be enough rather than replying... it will take you hours otherwise.....
Yup if it was concrete season no time for that LOL @@terencewelch9800
I wouldn’t of said anything, I would’ve just gone my separate way, because who knows what the future holds
I wouldn't make a big scene of it but I would tell him don't call ever again. I have cut these types of "friends" out of my life and have not regretted it for one second.
Yes you never do know.
Shift gears and move on, if you do work for him again bump your price up 5-10 % for that finicky factor
Pain in the butt tax. LOL
Well, with friends like that, who needs enemies right?
You are too good to work with A Holes. Hold your ground!
Thanks I will
You don't need "friends" like that.
No I do not.
Sometimes $$ makes you forget about never again.
Sad but true
Three strikes and your (he's) out. I agree, stick to your decision. Less stress for you and your guys in the future.
Looks real good.
The effort always pays off
Thank you.
Send him a bill for your time and trouble, then never have anything to do with him again. Hope Buisket isn’t helping him.
Biscuit is not going to help him. He is pissed as well. He is working for the carpenter that built the building.
Bondo, You are a man of your word. You should expect the same from others. Old school your word and a handshake should mean something!!!
Let him go.
Sincerely, Bronko
Last August I bought a 2011 STX F150 IT ONLY had 3,500 miles. Your dully was an exellent buy!!
He was only a friend because he needed you. Just like when you have a pickup and someone needs to move that you haven’t heard from in a long time!
Yup exactlky
It would have been a neat project to video. Some people are funny when it comes to work. They just think about themselves before others.
I would tell him to kick rocks.
Keep up the good videos
Your a good stand up man
Thank you. 😊
Not enough reason to loose a friendship. Life is very unpredictable.
There is more to the story but not enough time to tell it.
I bet the spray foam alone was close to 100k. That's a huge building. As for your friend, that's a no. Never again. People like that must feel the consequences of their actions. Otherwise, they will never stop.
Yes a huge building for sure.
Business can be tough, if he wants to work with you again, your price goes up accordingly, simple. Sounds like he was setting himself up as your competitor. So concentrate on just delivering your quality work and the future business will come to you.
Thanks for the insight. 👊
#1 Rule- Do not piss off your masonry guy!👌
LOL Nope.
There's apologies then there's amendments. Someone who is an adult who respects me and amends a mistake with me, I stick with. Someone who I can't trust is halfway nice but is always apologizing to me I don't have time for. That guy's just looking after number one. Sorry you had that experience, no fun.
He went with the cheaper guy. Been there had that happen. I own a small concrete company in western NY. Your buddy has been using you this hole time. I had a contractor I work for and he had me finish a floor amd then never paid me. $5000. He just made the paper for scamming people.
That sucks. At least I didn't get shafted like you and not get paid.
I had a friend since school days, I always dropped what I was doing to help him day or night, last minute, emergencies.... whatever. Since I became disabled he doesnt understand I cant labor like I did , now I need help to do small projects and cant get him out here if it was life or death. Guess I was more of a friend than he. Been a few years now and funny how I havent heard a peep. Dont let people take advantage of you.
Sad story. Some people in this world.
The pony is already out of the barn, but maybe business "friends" should come to a pre-agreement where if either of you commits to a job with the other a job cancelation fee applies if a cancelation that is discretionary happens. It IS business after all. Thanks for the videos sir.
Your welcome. Thanks for commenting and watching.
Relationships are everything, especially to have a successful business. At the very least, he doesn't value his relationship with you. Straight up, he does not respect you. You were an expensive back-up in case his cheaper option fell through. This will not bode well for him in the long run.
Thanks and that is exactly why he fired me and used others.
I enjoyed seeing the close up mag and edging work. I just do tiny concrete projects and some of the bagged concrete(depending on brand) finishes like crap. It's like it's 95% jagged rock and sand with the absolute minimum of portland.
Thanks and yes bagged concrete sucks. You can make good concrete with crushed sandy gravel with stone and Portland cement. Way better than the bagged stuff.
Sounds like your "buddy" found some less expensive help to do the job. Money is almost always at the root of waffling around like this.
For sure
" you need a raise" raises scissor lift.
Yop. LOL
I wouldn't work for that guy again. It's a lot easier to not work with someone like that rather than having problems working with him.
Thanks and I have to agree with that statement.
Forgive and move on. Takes a little while to get over the sting but know you’ll be better off in the future not having to deal with that nonsense anymore. You’re a smart guy and probably knew a while before this straw that broke the camels back that you’d stop dealing with him eventually…..Keep pluggin Bondo
Question, are you able to get the form out between the new slab and old deck or just have to leave it ?
Thank you for the comment and no that form will be there. I did not form it just hired to pour it.
Friends build you up.. other people bring you down.. sounds like he is one of the others..
Sooo true.
There are makers and there are takers. You are in the fore mentioned category.
In Texas we say " adios my friend" when a supposed friend uses us like that.
Perfect. LOL
I've been in business for over 40 years, you will find you have friends/Business associates that will be there when you call, and some when its convenient to them, figure out which is which and treat them accordingly. Be careful that you don't find yourself as one or the other dependent upon your needs, we would like to think we hold ourselves to a higher morality but with deeper reflection and honesty to ones self we all fall short at times. Good luck in your Business and life.
I would say it’s not worth burning the bridge over ! U may need his help some day , as I get older I try to pick my battles and most times I’m glad I did ! Nice job on the pad
Basically he did nothing but strung you and your employees along and waisted your time. In the future get a contact on it and a retainer free to secure the the job buddy or not it's a business
Unfortunetly that is how it would have to be.