Hey brother, thanks for the shout out, the inspiration did go both ways. I watched your old videos and thought I wanna be like that. Thank you for getting me started 🙏👍
Jesper, you and Mark gave me the little nudge to get started. The content and the humour..just brilliant..keep it up buddy from Jeff in not so sunny South Wales..🌦🌦🌦
Holy Shit Mr Dainer. I was not expecting that at the end. I think some saw dust must have got into my eye. You may not know this but you are truly an inspiration for a wannabe youtubeing woodworker person like me. Not so much the woodworking, though what you do is really cool, but more so your sheer positivity, have a go attitude and the support and leg up stuff you do for your maker community around you. I have been agonising around a similar choice to you for the past few months as YT has become a full time job and I already had one of those, and a family. You make it simple how you explain it. For that I am grateful. Legend.
As a United States Marine Corps Veteran.... and having worked with with a bunch of Aussies in Afghanistan.... thank you for your service you crazy bastard
Wow mate, absolutely love the Canadian story at the end ❤ Great to see you have been tinkering away in the background with workshop upgrades, these are the best projects to do whilst time is short. Looking forward to the next build video when it's completed 😀
As a regular consumer of your content I have to say - your videos make me feel good. On the inside. We'll be here patiently waiting. Thanks for being an inspiration, a teacher, and an authentic human.
USMC infantry vet here. Ive recently gotten into wood working after inheriting some of my grandfathers tools which filled out my collection a bit. Im currently working out of my garage and getting started on the basics with the dream of an actual dedicated workshop. Definitely falling into the weekend warrior vibe you mentioned with my Mon-Fri 8-5. Ive comsumed your video's along woth hundreds of others and i truly appreciate the tips and tricks you've said along with your "just get started" attitude. Much appreciation!
It's tough making decisions between what we love and real life responsibilities. I've had to step away from YT for a while because it just wasn't a healthy space for me at this time being I have a full time job, super active life with my two daughters, wife and dog. I'm a super small pallet channel that started just to show clients photo montages of their projects going from pallets to finished pieces. Then I tried to become a channel and wow that was eye-opening! Your biggest "pay day" is the true value of sharing videos and inspiring people. I have had to refocus on gaining those feelings back, watching a customer smile, having fun with my daughters in the shop and getting those shop organization projects done without the feeling of having to film my entire shop life. Be well and keep making!
Mate, I fully appreciate the grind that is TH-cam. I’ve been so lucky to have my channel break out, but what has been a constant is an audience that really appreciates what I do. So I’ve always had the payday and it really is a huge motivator. Like me right now, having a spell is probably a good thing. Like you say, have a refocus and then crack on
So my binge is complete. I've finally caught up. And what a video to do it on. Looking down through the comments are at least 6 of my favourite woodworking TH-camrs, which speaks volumes for the high regard in which you are held. Run to that shed, every chance you get, Dainsey. Paydays like the one at the end show how valuable this stuff can be.
At the end of the day, every decision you end up making is the right one. That video at the end really nailed your channel. We honestly would have never stepped foot in our workshop without you and thank you for getting us started. It looks like you have a lot of friends in Canada..... Maybe time to start building a pallet raft to come visit!
OMFG Dainsy, you're such a good egg. To inspire those guys to start their own all inclusive workshop is mind blowing. Feeling so incredibly good on the INSIDE right now. Definitely have some dust in my eyes. 😭 BTW - no dramas with the channel slowing down a little mate. You just look after you and yours. That's what matters mate. ✌️❤️🎶
Having a mortgage is a huge drain for many. I don't think I could make a decision like this until it was paid off. The pressure of earning enough from TH-cam is then not a problem. Whatever you decide, I'm sure we all wish you the very best and look forward to more great content :)
Hi Daine I just wanted to take a moment to thank you for all the incredible knowledge and positive energy you share through your videos. Your passion for woodworking is truly inspiring, and your guidance has been invaluable for those of us starting out, whether as a hobby or a small business. Your support and encouragement make a huge difference, and I can’t thank you enough for all that you do. Keep up the amazing work! Best regards, Fabiano
Mate, as many have already said, you are an inspiration to us all. I like so many, and thanks to you I "just got started", and made a pallet table top, for an existing coffee table. No side hustle, i just make stuff, and sawdust....with a smile 🙂 Your inspirational videos, are clearly a global phenomenon, and you should be VERY proud of what you have achieved.
Hi Mark, I have been inspired by your projects, and now make pallet wood items as a hobby only, but I support your decision to ease off a bit, regular income and family must come first, all the very best.
Well, I'll be. What a thing to wake up to. Thank you for getting us started, inspiring us all along the way, and for sharing more of your back story! Good luck navigating all the changes and good for you choosing a path that makes it all more sustainable. "No regrats about slowing down the TH-cam channel!"
As someone who watched many of your videos, I say thank you. Your enthusiasm motivated me to just get started. There is so much joy in turning pallet wood into beautiful creations.
Mate, personally, with your enthusiasm and energy, I reckon you can't be anything but successful. Not surprised that you are at the crossroads, deciding which way to go. I'm sure you'll make the right decision. All I ask is, that you keep making these videos. Can't afford to lose another. Cheers mate, and good luck with what ever you choose. 👍👍👍
Ooh man, I did the old 12 hour day/night rotation for 10 years and absolutely loved it, really helps with the productivity on the 4 days off. Moving to mon-fri for me was a huge change but I've learnt to love it - having weekends free with family & friends - even though it's only 2 days off - is pretty amazing. Enjoy the change mate, excited to see what happens in the future for Mark Dainsy Pallet Punter Dainer Made Dainer! 👍
I´m not a woodworker but can totally, relate to doing things that make you feel good on the inside!!. After doing my hobby for over 20 years as a fulltime job (sound engineer) I had to rethink and rearrange my life as well. So at the age of 50 I resadled the old work horse and went into CNC machining. But I´m still doing sound engineering in my own little project shed studio to feel good on the inside. Thx for the great videos and I wish you the best in the new " temporary job", life have thought me that when an oppotunity arises its rarely a bad thing to act upon it. 🤙
Congratulations on getting a spinny chair, computer and a massive pay rise...😮 Whenever the videos come out we will watch. Your style, humour and honesty are very attractive. Keep getting started and good luck bossman
Love getting side-swiped right in the feels while at work! Now I have to sit here and wait for my eyes to dry... Great work! I cant wait to get home and start a new project. Your "Just get started" saying is really what lit a fire under my A$$ to learn. Thank you.
What an absolutely amazing ending mate! It is fantastic to see you influence a bunch of folks from the other side of the world. Be proud mate. Pay day doesn't necessarily have to be in the form of money. You must feel so incredibly good...... on the inside! Oh yeah - as both a full time and Reservist military man myself (coming up 40 years with Air Force), thanks for your previous service. And also your current service to the community. You're a good human mate.
Mate, I've been watching your vids for quite some time now. The choice you've made professionally is a logic one, no worries. The Canadians being inspired by your humble self and your vids is indeed the best 'payout' ever. Wish you (and your team/family) all the best for the foreseeable future and we'll be here; getting started and/or going on. Thanks for inspiring 🤠👊
Well done, mate! Looks like I'm not the only one inspired by you. I'm planning on sending you photos of my latest project, and while it's not pallet wood (it's actually old flooring from Brisbane City Hall), I've used what I've learnt from your channel to make something that will turn out nice. Keep up the great work! On a side note, I'm ex Army too (RAAEC) and worked with various people from 5AV.
One of the reasons I made a you tube channel was because of your just get started. I have now got 330 subscribers 😂, but still plodding on keep up the good work. Thanks for the encouragement and good luck 👍
Mark! Love the video. Selfishly I'd love you to make more YT content as I think your approach is very entertaining and inspiring, but I reckon you are making a sensible choice. Add revenue can dry up and there's not a lot you can do about it if it becomes a global issue. Like you say, hang in there and keep enjoying the journey. Love ya guts.
Hey dude! Mate that was really nice to hear. I don’t mind the change of pace, I’ll keep chipping away and hopefully find time here and there once I settle in to the new gig. Cheers mate, love you too 😆
Dainzy, i like your channel because anyone can follow you even if they don't have fancy tools and machines. We borrow your intelligence to accumulate ideas to put our own workshop tools to good use. I have enjoyed it and will continue to. The only caution i would sound for you is that when your hobby becomes your job, it can sometimes ruin your hobby fun if the pressure is too much. Right now you have great balance in your life and i think you could go on indefinitely. If you do go full time woodworking i would suggest you do it only if there is not too much pressure to make money.
Good on you. And probably the most inspiring thing I've watched today (it's 8.40am so you could be beaten). It's hard making grown-up decisions as a grown-up and thanks for sharing because other grown-ups will definately benefit down the road when they get to make their own hard-to-make grown-up decisions. Anyway, enough. I've a proper job to do as well and better be off. K.
Thanks for sharing Mark. You're a legend and one of the main reasons why I have started this as a side hustle. It's been one of the best things I've done for my mental health.... Which I admit isn't saying a lot as I have ignored my mental health until now, but to be honest it's probably avoided a much worse fate. Now as someone who has their own small business (which I promise is worse than 9-5) as well as all the other adult things that take money and time like a child you will find the time for whats important. Whatever that may be. Hopefully its more youtube videos (mainly for my sake) but as one of the many people that has benefited from your inspiration, much like your new found Canadian friends. Thanks mate. Do what's best for you, and we will all support it.
Wow, life just keeps rolling along and throwing you unexpected challenges. I am sure you are up to it, just like the kids in Canada. I love the message of family first and then finding your shed time. Keep at it, mate!
I don’t know if you truly understand the depth of your influence Dansey! Makers like you and Jesper and the rest of the Maker community have had a profound positive impact all around the world! Absolute Respect! Thank you for helping us to “Just Get Started”! 🤟🤟🤟🤟🤟
Thanks for this video, Mark. Cool stuff to watch while also getting some great backstory info. Cheers for your service in so many facets and chapters of your life.
Isn’t awesome how a guy working out of his shed can inspire people on the other side of the world. Not only do you show people woodworking tips put inspire them to reach higher and become better. Since I started watching your channel I’ve become a follower of the way of the pallet. Thank you for your wit, inspiration, and sharing your talent.
The fact that you inspire makers here and across the other side of the world,should make you feel proud mate,those fellas at the end look so happy with what they’re doing,and that’s all thanks to you !
Great video! I have been woodworking as a hobby for nearly 10 years sometimes I step away and sometimes I step in. Things change from time to time and that's ok.
Good luck with the changes. You are not only a great craftsman but a great performer. You have a better comedic presence than a lot of stand up comedians. Also the Canadian ending was wonderful.
Just watched this again, now that I'm home & not in a little hotel room, in the middle of a noisy city, getting ready to go out to dinner... only to discover that I was 4mins away from finishing it last time !!! The best 4mins!! 😭🤣😭🤣😭 you are a hero Dainsey, in more areas of life than you probably are aware. Here's to many, many more pay days 🧡
@dainermade cheers brother man! Thank you for being a capital GC & injecting nothing but good vibes into the universe, it's the fuel we all need & clearly energises & inspires around the globe 🙌🧡
Props buddy! Stepping up like that! We will be here soaking up your content when you get it out! From an American respect and proud of your service! Pride in country!
Having worked Shiftwork for the past 33+ years, with most of this 4on-4off & I really know why you don’t want to do Monday to Friday lol … We really love the video’s & has been one of the reason this old carpenter & joiner is in process of “just get started” … With my new house & 4m by 5m shed hopefully starting soon so I to can think about maybe scaling back the workload … Keep up the video’s when you can they are the way to scratch the itch for a lot of us out here who can’t do it ourselves :-).
Between yourself and Jesper, and a few other creators with the same ethos, you are smashing it. The last segment just shows the impact you have on people. You guys have done the same for me. The need to make, create or just have some shed time is so important. I truth I have missed your uploads. But if you have to take time to make it work for you, that's fine. We will all still be here waiting. I'm not sure you realise just what an inspiration you actually are. Good luck with the new role. 👍🙏
BEST PAY DAY EVER!!! I was only telling a maker yesterday that, every persons journey is there own, and we put unnecessary pressure on ourselves to make stuff or work in the garage or make it big, whatever is to be will be when is it to be. So full business human is just around the corner. Thanks for sharing as always mate! Cheers!
I've been doing the four on four shift pattern for 20+ years now and like you can't ever see a Monday to Friday gig ever hitting the spot, so best of luck with the new role. Just know that both of your jobs are helping others in some way, Thanks for the great content.👍👍
Good luck in your new role at work. I loved that clip on the end. Content creators (like you) inspire so many and we can't thank you enough. See you soon!!
Add some merch to the Dainer made store Danisy, would love to support in some other ways. I think it's exciting you are even able to start to have this debate in your head. Good things coming !
Dainsey this is my favourite channel and it's because the journey is so relatable to a lot of us. I reached a point where mistakes would get me down and I didn't believe I had the ability to make things anymore. I'm gradually learning to enjoy my shed time more and more and hopefully better outcomes will follow. Thank you for getting me started.
I can't express how much I loved this video, especially the end part. I absolutely agree with your concerns regarding the challanges of going full business human. It's a bit of a relief knowing that I am not alone with such concerns. Keep up Mark. You really impresses me.
Love what you do man! Take care of yourself and family first. I hope that new role goes well and you can work us in sometimes. The folks from Canada was an amazing story and I see why that’s your biggest payday. Just shows what we already know, you are a great human.
Amazing! I started to watch your pallet videos and got inspired by you to try to do woodworking. I am in my mid 40s and I can do understand the challenges to find time for what you want to do. My first project was a woodshed from pallets.. and that is just a start. Thank you! Take care and I will still be watching your videos even if they will be less frequent! Greetings from Edinburgh/Scotland 😂
How inspiring for you to get that video from the wonderful Canadian crew! The final scene scoring some pallets was hilarious! I hope you get to pay a chunk off the mortgage with the mini-promotion🤑🤑
Mark, you were one of the first channel I watched. Along with Karl pope and James and his fingers finding channel you have brought so much inspiration. I love the ‘just get started’ philosophy that you have. When I’m procrastinating so I don’t have to start a project that’s going to push me, I think of that and just start. From there it gets easier. Cheers for the quality content, inspiration and encouragement. Good luck in the new role and I’m sure there will be a video at some point.
You know what. You’re pretty good storytelling while discussing a project at the same time. Maybe there’s a few more like this one where you even do a small portion of a job but tell a story/chat along the way and speak straight to camera to be more economical on time. Either way, you’re awesome. Good to hear from ya
Congrats on the promotion and thank you for being such a great inspiration! I recently left shift work as a firefighter working a 24/48 schedule for a 9-5. It was a big adjustment, but having weekends off consistently and being able to spend time with my family every night has made it well worth it. Praying for all the best in your journey ahead!
Love your work Mark! Your channel was among the few that introduced me to woodworking and got me started. Your energy and attitude are unmatched! I wish you all the best with your future endeavours and look forward to the next video!
Always love watching your videos, they always give me inspiration for my little woodworking business here in Texas I hope someday to make it a steady side hustle and go full time eventually
End was amazing! Congrats on making the tough decisions in life. We (I) will be here when you are able to share with us, and appreciate your vids as always. Wishing you nothing but the best! Thank you for sharing
I've no doubt you've had plenty of d and ms with others who've transitioned from working for the man to working for themselves. The security of a regular, predictable and decent income would be massive factor in your decision, I'm sure. But, in any case, I'm sure you'll make the decision that is right for you and the family in the end. How about that big payday? Some things are better than money. Anyway Dainsey, keep up the good work and all the best.
MY Brother from another Mother !!!! Love your videos and sad to see they may be longer pauses between them.Just to let you know this ex -pat from America living in Switzerland has JUST GOT STARTED> Stay well
You make such great videos and pieces my friend. I know you don't know me personally, however you have inspired me quite a bit. Life makes paths for us to choose. I look forward to seeing more videos no matter how far between they are. Your personality and humor reminds me to take a step back and realize it's therapeutic and fun to build. Whatever life has in store, I would like you to know I support and wish the best. Cheers from Red Crow Carpentry...
I've been hanging for your next video... been through the whole backlog and tbh... I need to just get started! You've got a guaranteed view here for each video you release... from a brother a bit further south in the Queens land.
Aw man, thrilled for you, sad for us because it's undoubtedly going to mean we see less of your crazy head for a while. But we'll cherish it all the more because of it. (jesus who said that? Wasn't me) Ah that bit at the end was fantastic. You're such a great inspiration to so many people. Thank you dude and enjoy the new position. Always looking forward to your next upload and funnily I was just saying yesterday "Haven't heard from Dainsey in a wee while" and here you are.
whatever happens in your future be safe, I have always found inspiration in your videos hopefully there will be a few more when you get time you are an inspiration to people everywhere x
Dead set champion mate, loved the story from the guys at the end and your story of course. Good luck with the new "temporary" position, Im sure it'll drive you nuts pretty quickly. I left my 4on4off metal refinery job(of 28yrs) to become a full time handyman, now I work way more hours and at times a lot harder physically for a lot less money, but I get to fix and make things which makes me and my customers happy.
Love you, mate! I’m working 8-4, 5 days a week. I get every weekend…..AND EVERY XMAS …. Off with my family. Try it, see how you go. Your innate feel for life will get you there.
Dainsey I just love you content and your humour.. I've not got a you tube channel but I love having a go. Where I live in the UK nobody seems to be doing pallet slab glue ups. I've started doing some with the hope that I can have a side hustle. I'm retired so it's not an issue spending time in the shed. Keeps me sane and out of the pub. Keep up the good work Mark, absolutely love it and it makes me chuckle and feel all kinda warm inside..🌝🌝🌝🥰🥰🥰
Really appreciate your videos mate, always look forward to them coming out. Enjoy your short term change of focus and look forward to seeing you when you get back to it!
As a long-term shift-worker, then dayworker then shift-worker.. take care of yourself, try and be strict about work time and personal time. Looking forward to whatever you bring out next.
Good luck with the new roll Love the videos and projects you do As a good friend of mine says everything happens for a reason (who is a TH-camr) now may not be the right time to do this full time but I do hope it works out for you 1 day
aloha Mark! life can get a lil interesting when the deck gets reshuffled on u. But much like your style of woodworking u work with what you got and the lessons youve learned so far and make the best decision you can at the time! But you always make room for the more important things that really matter (family, shed days) that make you feel good on the inside! I believe in you Mark! you got this bro!!
Hey brother, thanks for the shout out, the inspiration did go both ways. I watched your old videos and thought I wanna be like that. Thank you for getting me started 🙏👍
You both have inspired me to work with pallets, still learning but thanks for the inspiration
Jesper, you and Mark gave me the little nudge to get started. The content and the humour..just brilliant..keep it up buddy from Jeff in not so sunny South Wales..🌦🌦🌦
Don't mind that butt licking 😋😂 start making 2 videos a week, we believe in you Jesper you can do it 💪
Keep doing you mate, and Jesper same to you. A pair of bloody legends
You're welcome!
Bloody hell mate...the ending was awesome!! Can't get better than that. Great vid.....as per youse. 👍😁🇦🇺
Gday knackers. The end was very special indeed. Sorry for the slow reply, I literally tapped out for a month 😆
Holy Shit Mr Dainer. I was not expecting that at the end. I think some saw dust must have got into my eye. You may not know this but you are truly an inspiration for a wannabe youtubeing woodworker person like me. Not so much the woodworking, though what you do is really cool, but more so your sheer positivity, have a go attitude and the support and leg up stuff you do for your maker community around you. I have been agonising around a similar choice to you for the past few months as YT has become a full time job and I already had one of those, and a family. You make it simple how you explain it. For that I am grateful. Legend.
As a United States Marine Corps Veteran.... and having worked with with a bunch of Aussies in Afghanistan.... thank you for your service you crazy bastard
🤣 cheers mate. And thank you too 🫡
Wow mate, absolutely love the Canadian story at the end ❤ Great to see you have been tinkering away in the background with workshop upgrades, these are the best projects to do whilst time is short. Looking forward to the next build video when it's completed 😀
Base Commander Dainer has a nice ring to it! Jesper only graces us with a video 4 times a year it seems... you'll be fine 😂😂
Challenge accepted! lol. Thanks mate, enjoy your spell in China
As a regular consumer of your content I have to say - your videos make me feel good.
On the inside.
We'll be here patiently waiting. Thanks for being an inspiration, a teacher, and an authentic human.
🤣 my work here is done then. Cheers mate
USMC infantry vet here. Ive recently gotten into wood working after inheriting some of my grandfathers tools which filled out my collection a bit. Im currently working out of my garage and getting started on the basics with the dream of an actual dedicated workshop. Definitely falling into the weekend warrior vibe you mentioned with my Mon-Fri 8-5. Ive comsumed your video's along woth hundreds of others and i truly appreciate the tips and tricks you've said along with your "just get started" attitude. Much appreciation!
Thanks very much mate, hope you enjoy your time out of the service. This woodwork caper really is the best for our brains 🫡🙏
It's tough making decisions between what we love and real life responsibilities. I've had to step away from YT for a while because it just wasn't a healthy space for me at this time being I have a full time job, super active life with my two daughters, wife and dog. I'm a super small pallet channel that started just to show clients photo montages of their projects going from pallets to finished pieces. Then I tried to become a channel and wow that was eye-opening! Your biggest "pay day" is the true value of sharing videos and inspiring people. I have had to refocus on gaining those feelings back, watching a customer smile, having fun with my daughters in the shop and getting those shop organization projects done without the feeling of having to film my entire shop life. Be well and keep making!
Mate, I fully appreciate the grind that is TH-cam. I’ve been so lucky to have my channel break out, but what has been a constant is an audience that really appreciates what I do. So I’ve always had the payday and it really is a huge motivator. Like me right now, having a spell is probably a good thing. Like you say, have a refocus and then crack on
@@dainermade love it!! Keep making!
So my binge is complete. I've finally caught up. And what a video to do it on. Looking down through the comments are at least 6 of my favourite woodworking TH-camrs, which speaks volumes for the high regard in which you are held.
Run to that shed, every chance you get, Dainsey. Paydays like the one at the end show how valuable this stuff can be.
Appreciate the binge and the nice words mate. Cheers
At the end of the day, every decision you end up making is the right one. That video at the end really nailed your channel. We honestly would have never stepped foot in our workshop without you and thank you for getting us started. It looks like you have a lot of friends in Canada..... Maybe time to start building a pallet raft to come visit!
G’day mate, I think Canada should definitely be on my list. Appreciate the friendship you two 🫡
OMFG Dainsy, you're such a good egg. To inspire those guys to start their own all inclusive workshop is mind blowing. Feeling so incredibly good on the INSIDE right now.
Definitely have some dust in my eyes. 😭
BTW - no dramas with the channel slowing down a little mate. You just look after you and yours. That's what matters mate.
✌️❤️🎶
Thanks mate, the ending was pretty special hey
Congrats on the promotion man! Can't wait for the next video, whenever that is
Having a mortgage is a huge drain for many. I don't think I could make a decision like this until it was paid off. The pressure of earning enough from TH-cam is then not a problem. Whatever you decide, I'm sure we all wish you the very best and look forward to more great content :)
Hi Daine
I just wanted to take a moment to thank you for all the incredible knowledge and positive energy you share through your videos. Your passion for woodworking is truly inspiring, and your guidance has been invaluable for those of us starting out, whether as a hobby or a small business. Your support and encouragement make a huge difference, and I can’t thank you enough for all that you do. Keep up the amazing work!
Best regards, Fabiano
Thank you Fabiano, very nice to hear
There's something to be said for a job that you can't really bring home.
I'm a programmer by day, and it's so easy to work all the time!
Yeah. Gotta switch off hey
Mate, as many have already said, you are an inspiration to us all. I like so many, and thanks to you I "just got started", and made a pallet table top, for an existing coffee table. No side hustle, i just make stuff, and sawdust....with a smile 🙂
Your inspirational videos, are clearly a global phenomenon, and you should be VERY proud of what you have achieved.
Thank you so much. Ans apologies for the slow reply
Hi Mark, I have been inspired by your projects, and now make pallet wood items as a hobby only, but I support your decision to ease off a bit, regular income and family must come first, all the very best.
Cheers mate, that’s right. The side gig will always be there
The ability to continually review and change things up is a super important "Full Business Human" skill. Keep on doing you Dainsey 👊
Well, I'll be. What a thing to wake up to. Thank you for getting us started, inspiring us all along the way, and for sharing more of your back story! Good luck navigating all the changes and good for you choosing a path that makes it all more sustainable. "No regrats about slowing down the TH-cam channel!"
As someone who watched many of your videos, I say thank you. Your enthusiasm motivated me to just get started.
There is so much joy in turning pallet wood into beautiful creations.
Nice to hear. Thank you mate
Mate, personally, with your enthusiasm and energy, I reckon you can't be anything but successful. Not surprised that you are at the crossroads, deciding which way to go. I'm sure you'll make the right decision. All I ask is, that you keep making these videos. Can't afford to lose another. Cheers mate, and good luck with what ever you choose. 👍👍👍
Ooh man, I did the old 12 hour day/night rotation for 10 years and absolutely loved it, really helps with the productivity on the 4 days off. Moving to mon-fri for me was a huge change but I've learnt to love it - having weekends free with family & friends - even though it's only 2 days off - is pretty amazing. Enjoy the change mate, excited to see what happens in the future for Mark Dainsy Pallet Punter Dainer Made Dainer! 👍
I´m not a woodworker but can totally, relate to doing things that make you feel good on the inside!!. After doing my hobby for over 20 years as a fulltime job (sound engineer) I had to rethink and rearrange my life as well. So at the age of 50 I resadled the old work horse and went into CNC machining. But I´m still doing sound engineering in my own little project shed studio to feel good on the inside. Thx for the great videos and I wish you the best in the new " temporary job", life have thought me that when an oppotunity arises its rarely a bad thing to act upon it. 🤙
Congratulations on getting a spinny chair, computer and a massive pay rise...😮 Whenever the videos come out we will watch. Your style, humour and honesty are very attractive. Keep getting started and good luck bossman
Love getting side-swiped right in the feels while at work! Now I have to sit here and wait for my eyes to dry... Great work! I cant wait to get home and start a new project. Your "Just get started" saying is really what lit a fire under my A$$ to learn. Thank you.
That is nice to hear mate. Wonder if your work are curious why you are crying watching wood work 😆
Enjoy mate
What an absolutely amazing ending mate! It is fantastic to see you influence a bunch of folks from the other side of the world. Be proud mate. Pay day doesn't necessarily have to be in the form of money. You must feel so incredibly good...... on the inside!
Oh yeah - as both a full time and Reservist military man myself (coming up 40 years with Air Force), thanks for your previous service. And also your current service to the community. You're a good human mate.
Let’s go and do this! We’ll be here supporting. All of the best!
Mate, I've been watching your vids for quite some time now. The choice you've made professionally is a logic one, no worries. The Canadians being inspired by your humble self and your vids is indeed the best 'payout' ever. Wish you (and your team/family) all the best for the foreseeable future and we'll be here; getting started and/or going on. Thanks for inspiring 🤠👊
Thank you so much. That is nice to hear
Well done, mate! Looks like I'm not the only one inspired by you. I'm planning on sending you photos of my latest project, and while it's not pallet wood (it's actually old flooring from Brisbane City Hall), I've used what I've learnt from your channel to make something that will turn out nice.
Keep up the great work! On a side note, I'm ex Army too (RAAEC) and worked with various people from 5AV.
Sounds awesome mate, send the pics through! 🔥
Wow! Brother that is "Full Inspirational Humanity". A tear jerkin' smile-a-lot!
Thank you Mark. You are a truly great human!
Cheers mate, glad you stayed til the end
One of the reasons I made a you tube channel was because of your just get started. I have now got 330 subscribers 😂, but still plodding on keep up the good work. Thanks for the encouragement and good luck 👍
Mark! Love the video. Selfishly I'd love you to make more YT content as I think your approach is very entertaining and inspiring, but I reckon you are making a sensible choice. Add revenue can dry up and there's not a lot you can do about it if it becomes a global issue. Like you say, hang in there and keep enjoying the journey. Love ya guts.
Hey dude! Mate that was really nice to hear. I don’t mind the change of pace, I’ll keep chipping away and hopefully find time here and there once I settle in to the new gig. Cheers mate, love you too 😆
Dainzy, i like your channel because anyone can follow you even if they don't have fancy tools and machines. We borrow your intelligence to accumulate ideas to put our own workshop tools to good use. I have enjoyed it and will continue to. The only caution i would sound for you is that when your hobby becomes your job, it can sometimes ruin your hobby fun if the pressure is too much. Right now you have great balance in your life and i think you could go on indefinitely. If you do go full time woodworking i would suggest you do it only if there is not too much pressure to make money.
Good on you. And probably the most inspiring thing I've watched today (it's 8.40am so you could be beaten). It's hard making grown-up decisions as a grown-up and thanks for sharing because other grown-ups will definately benefit down the road when they get to make their own hard-to-make grown-up decisions. Anyway, enough. I've a proper job to do as well and better be off. K.
Haha! Thanks mate, all very true
We will 'stick with you' , don't let your freckle grow roots
I won’t mate! To busy haha
Thanks for sharing Mark. You're a legend and one of the main reasons why I have started this as a side hustle. It's been one of the best things I've done for my mental health.... Which I admit isn't saying a lot as I have ignored my mental health until now, but to be honest it's probably avoided a much worse fate. Now as someone who has their own small business (which I promise is worse than 9-5) as well as all the other adult things that take money and time like a child you will find the time for whats important. Whatever that may be. Hopefully its more youtube videos (mainly for my sake) but as one of the many people that has benefited from your inspiration, much like your new found Canadian friends. Thanks mate. Do what's best for you, and we will all support it.
Hey dude, thank you so much. Ans apologies for the slow reply. I literally tapped out after I hit publish. Keep at it, you’re gonna do well mate
Wow, life just keeps rolling along and throwing you unexpected challenges. I am sure you are up to it, just like the kids in Canada. I love the message of family first and then finding your shed time. Keep at it, mate!
I don’t know if you truly understand the depth of your influence Dansey! Makers like you and Jesper and the rest of the Maker community have had a profound positive impact all around the world! Absolute Respect! Thank you for helping us to “Just Get Started”! 🤟🤟🤟🤟🤟
Thanks mate, if it wasn’t for comments like this I would never know. It is truly a humbling thing
Thanks for this video, Mark. Cool stuff to watch while also getting some great backstory info. Cheers for your service in so many facets and chapters of your life.
Appreciate the support mate, apologies for the very later reply too. Keep well Timbo
Isn’t awesome how a guy working out of his shed can inspire people on the other side of the world. Not only do you show people woodworking tips put inspire them to reach higher and become better. Since I started watching your channel I’ve become a follower of the way of the pallet. Thank you for your wit, inspiration, and sharing your talent.
It is the humbling thing ever. Still blows me away that it is even a possibility. Thank you
The fact that you inspire makers here and across the other side of the world,should make you feel proud mate,those fellas at the end look so happy with what they’re doing,and that’s all thanks to you !
It sure does mate. It’s quite overwhelming to be honest. Sorry for the slow reply
@@dainermadeno drama mate, sometimes real life has to take precedence 🙂
Great video! I have been woodworking as a hobby for nearly 10 years sometimes I step away and sometimes I step in. Things change from time to time and that's ok.
Yeah I hear you. A spell from woodwork addiction is probably a smart move
Good luck with the changes. You are not only a great craftsman but a great performer. You have a better comedic presence than a lot of stand up comedians. Also the Canadian ending was wonderful.
Thank you very much. I don’t have many good jokes though 😆
Just watched this again, now that I'm home & not in a little hotel room, in the middle of a noisy city, getting ready to go out to dinner... only to discover that I was 4mins away from finishing it last time !!! The best 4mins!! 😭🤣😭🤣😭 you are a hero Dainsey, in more areas of life than you probably are aware. Here's to many, many more pay days 🧡
My brother! Welcome home and thanks for watching again, that ending will always be with me. Cant top that
@dainermade cheers brother man! Thank you for being a capital GC & injecting nothing but good vibes into the universe, it's the fuel we all need & clearly energises & inspires around the globe 🙌🧡
Props buddy! Stepping up like that! We will be here soaking up your content when you get it out! From an American respect and proud of your service! Pride in country!
Thank you so much mate
Having worked Shiftwork for the past 33+ years, with most of this 4on-4off & I really know why you don’t want to do Monday to Friday lol … We really love the video’s & has been one of the reason this old carpenter & joiner is in process of “just get started” … With my new house & 4m by 5m shed hopefully starting soon so I to can think about maybe scaling back the workload … Keep up the video’s when you can they are the way to scratch the itch for a lot of us out here who can’t do it ourselves :-).
Well said and you have been at the start of my woodworking phase aswell! Thanks to that and the ending was beautiful! 😊 best regards
Thank you very much
Between yourself and Jesper, and a few other creators with the same ethos, you are smashing it. The last segment just shows the impact you have on people. You guys have done the same for me. The need to make, create or just have some shed time is so important.
I truth I have missed your uploads. But if you have to take time to make it work for you, that's fine. We will all still be here waiting. I'm not sure you realise just what an inspiration you actually are. Good luck with the new role. 👍🙏
Thanks mate, I get to read it a lot. But it is always nice to hear, really does keep me going
BEST PAY DAY EVER!!! I was only telling a maker yesterday that, every persons journey is there own, and we put unnecessary pressure on ourselves to make stuff or work in the garage or make it big, whatever is to be will be when is it to be. So full business human is just around the corner.
Thanks for sharing as always mate! Cheers!
I've been doing the four on four shift pattern for 20+ years now and like you can't ever see a Monday to Friday gig ever hitting the spot, so best of luck with the new role.
Just know that both of your jobs are helping others in some way, Thanks for the great content.👍👍
Cheers Craig, the reality is I’ll spend near half my time covering leave on 4 x 4. However I’ll get a nice mix to have a little spell for a while.
Good luck in your new role at work. I loved that clip on the end. Content creators (like you) inspire so many and we can't thank you enough. See you soon!!
Congrats on the “promotion “ - every experience is an experience! Enjoy - looking forward to more tips and stories even if they are fewer.
Thank you! Hopefully more to come soon enough
Love your work mate.
I finally have a shed again… well.. an enclosed carport… but it will do.
Time to start bringing home some pallets again!!
Add some merch to the Dainer made store Danisy, would love to support in some other ways. I think it's exciting you are even able to start to have this debate in your head. Good things coming !
Man, I love the honesty! I'm hoping to see many more videos from you in the years to come. Also, I'm happy for your work changes. Always moving!
Thanks mate. There will be plenty more
Dainsey this is my favourite channel and it's because the journey is so relatable to a lot of us. I reached a point where mistakes would get me down and I didn't believe I had the ability to make things anymore. I'm gradually learning to enjoy my shed time more and more and hopefully better outcomes will follow.
Thank you for getting me started.
I can't express how much I loved this video, especially the end part. I absolutely agree with your concerns regarding the challanges of going full business human. It's a bit of a relief knowing that I am not alone with such concerns. Keep up Mark. You really impresses me.
Thank you. I think realistic goals are what is important here. I will get the eventually as will you I’m sure
Good luck man, I hope you enjoy the new gig despite the 9-5. Thanks for all the time you've put into this so far and inspiring me to do a little more.
Thank you very much. It’s been a bit busy. Hope to be back soon
Good luck mate. Only just discovered you and Jesper. Got plenty of older videos to catch up on 😁
Love what you do man! Take care of yourself and family first. I hope that new role goes well and you can work us in sometimes.
The folks from Canada was an amazing story and I see why that’s your biggest payday. Just shows what we already know, you are a great human.
Thank you so much. I’ll will be back real soon! 🙏
Amazing! I started to watch your pallet videos and got inspired by you to try to do woodworking. I am in my mid 40s and I can do understand the challenges to find time for what you want to do. My first project was a woodshed from pallets.. and that is just a start. Thank you! Take care and I will still be watching your videos even if they will be less frequent! Greetings from Edinburgh/Scotland 😂
How inspiring for you to get that video from the wonderful Canadian crew! The final scene scoring some pallets was hilarious! I hope you get to pay a chunk off the mortgage with the mini-promotion🤑🤑
Mark, you were one of the first channel I watched. Along with Karl pope and James and his fingers finding channel you have brought so much inspiration.
I love the ‘just get started’ philosophy that you have. When I’m procrastinating so I don’t have to start a project that’s going to push me, I think of that and just start. From there it gets easier.
Cheers for the quality content, inspiration and encouragement. Good luck in the new role and I’m sure there will be a video at some point.
Thanks mate, I’ve to hear and now just keep at it. That is the only real secret of TH-cam
You know what. You’re pretty good storytelling while discussing a project at the same time. Maybe there’s a few more like this one where you even do a small portion of a job but tell a story/chat along the way and speak straight to camera to be more economical on time. Either way, you’re awesome. Good to hear from ya
Thanks mate, I’ll keep telling a story as long as people are happen to listen 🤣 appreciate the feedback
Love how you done the gears to be able to tighten down equal pressure while freeing up your other hand. Awesome!!! ❤
Cheers mate
Congrats on the promotion and thank you for being such a great inspiration! I recently left shift work as a firefighter working a 24/48 schedule for a 9-5. It was a big adjustment, but having weekends off consistently and being able to spend time with my family every night has made it well worth it. Praying for all the best in your journey ahead!
Thanks mate. I’ll actually have a mix of both. Am enjoying the nights at home
You have inspired far more projects than I think you may ever know, thank you and we wish you the best!
Awesome. Hope you enjoy
I'm an absolute fan of yours, Dainsy! Awesome video.
I wish you all the best for the new job and I can't wait for the new projects!
Thanks very much mate
Thank you for this Mark 🙏
Too easy. Thank you
Thank you for being on TH-cam! (and you made the right decision!)
Cheers mate
Still here for your content, even if it's once a quarter, or once a month!
I will do my best. Cheers mate
Love your work Mark! Your channel was among the few that introduced me to woodworking and got me started. Your energy and attitude are unmatched! I wish you all the best with your future endeavours and look forward to the next video!
Always love watching your videos, they always give me inspiration for my little woodworking business here in Texas I hope someday to make it a steady side hustle and go full time eventually
Cheers mate. Just keep setting the goals and tick em off
I love your story telling ability, you voice does a good job❤❤❤
Thanks very much
Professional hero to full business human in just under 15 years; not too shabby a goal broseppe. :) I love watching the journey unfold.
Good to see a comment from you. I hope you're doing OK with your health. From some random Aussie that sub's to your channel. 😁
@@PriceyBuilt thanks!
Twists and turns and ups and downs as you’re well aware. Hopefully find enough time to still get a good fix. Brain needs it most 😜
End was amazing!
Congrats on making the tough decisions in life. We (I) will be here when you are able to share with us, and appreciate your vids as always.
Wishing you nothing but the best!
Thank you for sharing
Thanks, appreciate that. 🙏
I've no doubt you've had plenty of d and ms with others who've transitioned from working for the man to working for themselves. The security of a regular, predictable and decent income would be massive factor in your decision, I'm sure. But, in any case, I'm sure you'll make the decision that is right for you and the family in the end. How about that big payday? Some things are better than money. Anyway Dainsey, keep up the good work and all the best.
MY Brother from another Mother !!!! Love your videos and sad to see they may be longer pauses between them.Just to let you know this ex -pat from America living in Switzerland has JUST GOT STARTED> Stay well
Great to hear! Cheers mate
I love your Chanel and your positive attitude. I will be here when you get back, as will lots of other folks. All the best in your new role at work!
Thank you. Hoping to be back in the shed soon
You make such great videos and pieces my friend. I know you don't know me personally, however you have inspired me quite a bit. Life makes paths for us to choose. I look forward to seeing more videos no matter how far between they are. Your personality and humor reminds me to take a step back and realize it's therapeutic and fun to build. Whatever life has in store, I would like you to know I support and wish the best. Cheers from Red Crow Carpentry...
Thanks very much mate. That is always nice to hear
Thanks, I really appreciate your kind words, it means a lot to me.
Your videos are awesome! Your "no regrets" way of thinking is absolutely inspiring. Good luck with being the boss.
I've been hanging for your next video... been through the whole backlog and tbh... I need to just get started! You've got a guaranteed view here for each video you release... from a brother a bit further south in the Queens land.
Thanks mate. I hope you do get started. It really is the best hobby
Love this channel. Great host, backstory and attitude. I’m also extremely jealous of your flying experience. From an ex uk infantry squaddie.
Hey mate, flying was fun, however I think it busted my body more than infantry days 😆
Aw man, thrilled for you, sad for us because it's undoubtedly going to mean we see less of your crazy head for a while. But we'll cherish it all the more because of it. (jesus who said that? Wasn't me) Ah that bit at the end was fantastic. You're such a great inspiration to so many people. Thank you dude and enjoy the new position. Always looking forward to your next upload and funnily I was just saying yesterday "Haven't heard from Dainsey in a wee while" and here you are.
Cheers mate, I’ve got a little best of video coming out soon. Ans hopefully get back in the shed soon
whatever happens in your future be safe, I have always found inspiration in your videos hopefully there will be a few more when you get time you are an inspiration to people everywhere x
Some of us are definitely still here and can't wait to see what the future brings for you
Glad to hear you are not going to quit anytime soon you inspire so many and you save lives remember not all heroes wear capes 👏
Definitely not quitting mate. Thank you and I’ll be back soon
What a story! Good luck on your new temp position. Looking forward to your quality content❤
Cheers mate. Hopefully back real soon
Yet another awesome video ♥ May you continue to enjoy inspiring others in whichever (or both) "job" you do now or next.
Thanks very much
That’s a beaut mate. Great pay day, wood working is about feeling good on the inside. 🤘🏼
Dead set champion mate, loved the story from the guys at the end and your story of course.
Good luck with the new "temporary" position, Im sure it'll drive you nuts pretty quickly.
I left my 4on4off metal refinery job(of 28yrs) to become a full time handyman, now I work way more hours and at times a lot harder physically for a lot less money, but I get to fix and make things which makes me and my customers happy.
Funny how we can work harder and be happy. Nothing wrong with that either
Love you, mate! I’m working 8-4, 5 days a week. I get every weekend…..AND EVERY XMAS …. Off with my family. Try it, see how you go. Your innate feel for life will get you there.
That's one hell of a pay day in the video outro, bloody love your work Dainsy
I know. The gift that keeps on giving
Love your videos, your humour and your outlook on life. Keep doing your thing mate
Will do. Thank you
Dainsey I just love you content and your humour.. I've not got a you tube channel but I love having a go. Where I live in the UK nobody seems to be doing pallet slab glue ups. I've started doing some with the hope that I can have a side hustle. I'm retired so it's not an issue spending time in the shed. Keeps me sane and out of the pub. Keep up the good work Mark, absolutely love it and it makes me chuckle and feel all kinda warm inside..🌝🌝🌝🥰🥰🥰
Really appreciate your videos mate, always look forward to them coming out. Enjoy your short term change of focus and look forward to seeing you when you get back to it!
As a long-term shift-worker, then dayworker then shift-worker.. take care of yourself, try and be strict about work time and personal time. Looking forward to whatever you bring out next.
Good luck with the new roll
Love the videos and projects you do
As a good friend of mine says everything happens for a reason (who is a TH-camr) now may not be the right time to do this full time but I do hope it works out for you 1 day
aloha Mark!
life can get a lil interesting when the deck gets reshuffled on u. But much like your style of woodworking u work with what you got and the lessons youve learned so far and make the best decision you can at the time! But you always make room for the more important things that really matter (family, shed days) that make you feel good on the inside! I believe in you Mark! you got this bro!!