Read the tree workers manual, took a week long ojt , doing trims and takedowns, started my tree/stump business right away. 30 yrs later, still going strong. Don't mess around, just do it.
Very nice, going to be a few years before trying to go at it on my own, as I take on more sidework though, learning just how tough it is. Very much appreciate all the info, and the amount of time you put into making this video. Cheers
Thank you and thanks for watching. Between Running a business running a home and having a special needs baby, it was hard to put together this video but it was fun! Being your own boss has a lot of benefits but its also a lot of hassle. I just wanted to help out anyone who was thinking about taking that step by giving some tips. I enjoy watching your videos. Just make sure you take your time when working. Not being a critic at all just don't want to see ya get hurt. I learned so much from that Jerry Beranek dvd series. You should check it out if you haven't seen it. It helped me a lot!
Iv got a back yard over grown with brazelian pepper that are taller than the home.there is a concaved swimming pool in the dead center of removal way.can i use a chipper and use the mulching to fill in swimming pool
Working with trees is tough. The thought of starting a business is tougher. I'm gonna take the leap because of excellent videos like yours. Good job Joe!
Another thing read books or listen to audiobooks on multi-level sales techniques. Very valuable. Words can make the sale or lose the sale. When they are a go stop talking and leave. Then come back do the job and get paid. And don't be cheap on services provided. Always give a bit over the top. It pays down the road big time.
Spot on bud, my wife and I did a lot of the same when we started our service, some of them though we figured out the hard way, from under bidding to taking on too big a job to learning the benefit of subcontracting and being a subcontractor,I did get my first climb kit from Wesspur too, the kit discount plus being able to customize it and hands on customer service was hard to beat. Great video again
Wow bro really great video I just cut my first tree down today for a friend in a backyard in Brooklyn and I watched the TH-cam video last night and I had zero problems today and I even learned a few things I like how you went to everything in your video I have a DJ business and all of the things you spoke about apply to basically any entrepreneurial business and I thought it was very well done God bless you and I wish you a lifetime of success and safety
Love wesspur since I only live a few hours away from them, shipping is always quick. I also just started a company and this was great information, thank you.
Great video very informative, I’m a tree climber and I’m going to start my own company soon and this video was very helpful. Thank you, climb safe and GOD Bless.
Great vid joe lotta great points , I've had uniforms since day one for all my guys , sets u apart and proves you take your business seriously , u should do a vid on your equipment keep up the good work man
I would like to say, That was great. this is what 'we' the wount to be's need . people really wount to work not just for some one . but themselves. thank you for your time and consideration for others. God bless you.and your wife and your little trees. Thanks borther. we need more like you
Tip 1, invest heavily in equipment as decent employees are hard to find, especially skilled climbers. Lifts are gonna make them obsolete in a decade in most areas
Nice Vid. I really appreciate the candor, honest, and open view for upstarts. Not just telling everyone to jump into tons of debt for instance... Thanks again man!
Thanks Joe- Every part of this video is what I needed to hear. I'm working on the side (just the easy, no-cleanup jobs for folks I know) and until now-a handshake was my contract. I realize this is stupid, but the leap to insurance and contracts/LLC, etc just seems like a giant hurdle that's hard to overcome or justify while working another job. If you ever want to tackle a video like that which would explain the finer details of contracts, LLC process, insurance- there would probably be a lot of guys in your debt for the effort. Thanks a million and God Bless you and your family.
Hey thank you! Sorry for the late response. I have a sick baby so I have been busy with that situation. Im glad the video helped you! Thats exactly why I made it. If i have the chance i would try to do a video on all that. In the meantime if you have any questions ill do my best to help.
Hi Joe. I enjoyed your video, you covered a lot of great points for anyone starting any kind of service related business. My one complaint is that your background music level was a bit high and required replays to hear the important things you were saying. Just my two cents worth. Wishing you all the best in your business and hope your baby is well.
Nice video. Really like the swimming in the money and spam can! The sena communication makes working in the trees alot safer and better. I believe alot of people are worried about starting a business because they don't have everything figured out. After 8 years running a business I still haven't figured out everything. My goal everyday is to continue learning and improving. Jerry's dvds are good and also ISA has online courses that are great. A little expensive, but worth it. Just my 1 cents.
great video. Would be awesome if you could do a video on working/climbing on spokes as there are not any good ones. tips and tricks to steady yourself... Cheers
Thanks Joe, I just stumbled onto this video today. It’s been two years since posting. Anything you would add or take away from this video. Are you where you figured you’d be in two years? I really enjoy the channel. Thank you. 👍🏼🇨🇦
Neight Jay honestly not a lot to add. Yeah I’d say we have grown well. I haven’t advertised in years. We have been able to grow our equipment. So yeah I’m happy with how it has gone. Thanks for the comment and watching!
Joe Bisping right on. Glad things are going well for you. I’ll be watching this video a few times over. I’ve been wanting to start a small side business for a few years now. 👍🏼🇨🇦
My business is now all word of mouth and loyal customers. Take care of them and they will take care of you. I have a sign on my wall. I Only Have Great Customers. So when I see there not great I let them go and then just look at the client base and see I truly have great customers. Always treat them like gold because they are. If not then dump their lame asses.
Hey guys. I am starting a tree service in a situation similar to yours. I have chainsaw experience growing up and with the forest service. I have used a boom lift to prune trees before but not professionally. I want some real training before I begin. I would like to talk with you about my situation. Let me know if I can contact you in a more private setting for information. Thank you
well said sir! I have been thinking about starting up in VA. I am a cell tower climber so I know rigging and gear but trees are nothing like steel. What kind of truck did you start out with and size trailer? thanks for your time!
Thank you! Yeah its one thing to climb and another to know how to safely cut and rig. Well the very first truck was an old forestry bucket truck and by old i mean 1981 old lol I would no recommend that at all lol I picked up a chevy 3500 dump and built a wooden chip box on it and it has been great. Easy to get in and out of yards. I didn't have a trailer at first. We had a chuck n duck chipper.
Great Videos Joe, they’ve helped tremendously. What saddle are you using in this vid? I have a regular climbing harness and I’m debating what saddle i want to purchase
Buy your bosses old tree truck buy the rest new or in really good shape . Having 5 to 10 years experience helps . Within those years you'll know how much to charge unless your boss keeps you 100% in the dark
great video. just my two cents... music was a too loud. it was hard to concentrate on you with the music at almost equal volume. and it was so repetitive, witch is good we are here for you not the music. but it was hard to ignore. but great work and keep it up. be safe out there. -Chase a future property maintenance company owner. just got a petzl zigzag and awaiting arrival of my new buckingham master 5.0 harness. So exciteed!!!!!
I'm 17 years old I'm a hard working kid I had a presure washing business with my buddy made alot of money but I just baught a truck I pay 500 a month plus my insurice and gas and a phone bill. My buddy wjats to start a tree business but I dont think people will take a 17 amd a 18 year old serious what y'all yhink. I allso run a fire wood business
As long as you take yourself serious, other people will respect that! You will certainly have those people who will rase there nose to you but thats life! Get some training and know what you are doing and be professional and people will respect you! You have to earn your reputation and that can take years however it only takes a minute to ruin it so be smart with what you say and do! Go for it!
I’m 20, and I look a little young for my age, but so far I have been treated with respect and seriousness from every customer I’ve ever dealt with. I am very articulate, professional, and act older than I am. I can’t say the same from others in the industry, i have had to earn respect the hard way. But keep in mind at 17 it’ll be tough for various reasons, registering a business in some states isn’t legal til 18, renting equipment or getting crane crews is a no go til you’re 18, and obviously if you apply for a loan or driving a work vehicle is a no til you’re 18 as well. That’s in my state, so you’ll have to check your state laws. Good luck with it, it’s a very stressful and expensive start up, but it smoothes out and pretty soon it’s the greatest thing you could hope for
B Haekel I took a one week basic training course at ACRT. Outside of that completely self taught. I have never seen another climber in person or climbed with one lol. I did purchase the Jerry beranek training DVD series and it had the biggest influence on my skills. I highly recommend it!
Joe Bisping Thats awesome! Im an arborist right now and ive been thinking about starting a company so Im just trying to decide if I have enough experience or not. Thanks
Jamal Hicks you can try cl. We did home advisor at first. It’s good at getting your name out there but the leads are low quality. I would recommend a local paper advertisement and phone book. Just do good quality work and your name will spread!
@@jamalchilds6669 Hey Jamal, how's the start up going? My company MarketingDirector.com can help you out with live phone calls direct to your business from prospective customers in your service area.Our calls are highly qualified with high buyer intent; low flat rate, no membership fees.
You lost me at the insurance policy. Maybe when you actually have any kind of assets or money to take... But otherwise, you're forking over for something that you shouldn't be using to begin with, and if you do have to use it, it's no easier than forcing the client to take you to court. You're still going to shit on your own business if you break something. Point number one SHOULD have been, "Don't take jobs you can't handle"
Hi..... After a local wildfire I have lost ally gear and equipment.... Desperately need saw, climbing gear, chaps, helmet, felling axe, winch, blocks,pulley and much more.... My work truck,tools,and more was lost in the devastation..... I have no choice but to ask for help .... A small donation to my family and I would be grateful. ... Please consider making a donation to a family in need after a recent emergency.... Thanks again for your time and consideration
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There is not to many people in the tree industry that really go out of there way to help people so thank you
Read the tree workers manual, took a week long ojt , doing trims and takedowns, started my tree/stump business right away. 30 yrs later, still going strong. Don't mess around, just do it.
Mike Sokolow good advice
Bro I got respect for you. I'm barely starting out and it shows you take all this serious. May God prosper your endeavors
Very nice, going to be a few years before trying to go at it on my own, as I take on more sidework though, learning just how tough it is. Very much appreciate all the info, and the amount of time you put into making this video. Cheers
super vidéo thanks for sharing. . What ' s the big( daisy ...coil )..hanging by your left
Thank you and thanks for watching. Between Running a business running a home and having a special needs baby, it was hard to put together this video but it was fun! Being your own boss has a lot of benefits but its also a lot of hassle. I just wanted to help out anyone who was thinking about taking that step by giving some tips. I enjoy watching your videos. Just make sure you take your time when working. Not being a critic at all just don't want to see ya get hurt. I learned so much from that Jerry Beranek dvd series. You should check it out if you haven't seen it. It helped me a lot!
Thank you! No problem. It is a crane sling. polyester loop runner.
you got it human, i been watching you for a year or so man.
You are there man.
Wise words, Joe. As a tree service owner/operator myself, I can relate to every point you make. Good job.
Thank you!
Iv got a back yard over grown with brazelian pepper that are taller than the home.there is a concaved swimming pool in the dead center of removal way.can i use a chipper and use the mulching to fill in swimming pool
Working with trees is tough. The thought of starting a business is tougher. I'm gonna take the leap because of excellent videos like yours. Good job Joe!
I've been calling for 15 years and this is one of the best videos I've seen very good
Awesome thank you!
Nice video. Applies to many occupations across the small business spectrum in the outdoor crafts.
One thing to add is to come up with a guideline for when to rent equipment vs when to buy it.
Another thing read books or listen to audiobooks on multi-level sales techniques. Very valuable. Words can make the sale or lose the sale. When they are a go stop talking and leave. Then come back do the job and get paid. And don't be cheap on services provided. Always give a bit over the top. It pays down the road big time.
Spot on bud, my wife and I did a lot of the same when we started our service, some of them though we figured out the hard way, from under bidding to taking on too big a job to learning the benefit of subcontracting and being a subcontractor,I did get my first climb kit from Wesspur too, the kit discount plus being able to customize it and hands on customer service was hard to beat. Great video again
Awesome! Thanks for watching. Glad you liked it!
great to be humble and know your limitations
Wow bro really great video I just cut my first tree down today for a friend in a backyard in Brooklyn and I watched the TH-cam video last night and I had zero problems today and I even learned a few things I like how you went to everything in your video I have a DJ business and all of the things you spoke about apply to basically any entrepreneurial business and I thought it was very well done God bless you and I wish you a lifetime of success and safety
Love wesspur since I only live a few hours away from them, shipping is always quick. I also just started a company and this was great information, thank you.
Great video very informative, I’m a tree climber and I’m going to start my own company soon and this video was very helpful. Thank you, climb safe and GOD Bless.
Great vid joe lotta great points , I've had uniforms since day one for all my guys , sets u apart and proves you take your business seriously , u should do a vid on your equipment keep up the good work man
Thank you! Maybe one of these days I will make one on my equipment. Im just a little hesitant to put to much personal info on the internet!
All really awesome points! I can relate and agree with all of them!! Very cool video!! Well done!
Thank You!
I would like to say, That was great. this is what 'we' the wount to be's need . people really wount to work not just for some one . but themselves. thank you for your time and consideration for others. God bless you.and your wife and your little trees. Thanks borther. we need more like you
Thank you very much. Your comment made it worth all the effort. I'm really glad it was helpful. God Bless you as well!!!
pslam27eight@gmail.com drop me a line when you get bord we can talk God,life, family.what ever be safe and God bless
Tip 1, invest heavily in equipment as decent employees are hard to find, especially skilled climbers. Lifts are gonna make them obsolete in a decade in most areas
This was very informal AND motivating, thank you!!
Nice Vid. I really appreciate the candor, honest, and open view for upstarts. Not just telling everyone to jump into tons of debt for instance... Thanks again man!
Thanks Joe- Every part of this video is what I needed to hear. I'm working on the side (just the easy, no-cleanup jobs for folks I know) and until now-a handshake was my contract. I realize this is stupid, but the leap to insurance and contracts/LLC, etc just seems like a giant hurdle that's hard to overcome or justify while working another job. If you ever want to tackle a video like that which would explain the finer details of contracts, LLC process, insurance- there would probably be a lot of guys in your debt for the effort. Thanks a million and God Bless you and your family.
Hey thank you! Sorry for the late response. I have a sick baby so I have been busy with that situation. Im glad the video helped you! Thats exactly why I made it. If i have the chance i would try to do a video on all that. In the meantime if you have any questions ill do my best to help.
Hi Joe. I enjoyed your video, you covered a lot of great points for anyone starting any kind of service related business. My one complaint is that your background music level was a bit high and required replays to hear the important things you were saying. Just my two cents worth. Wishing you all the best in your business and hope your baby is well.
James Smith okay thank you for the feedback. I'll keep that in mind for future videos. Thank you!
I'm also in Akron Ohio. Haven't heard of ACRT gonna have to check it out .
Joe that was the video I have been looking for a long time now. Awesome! And the info was great thank you very much!!!
K&S Tree Service Go Pro Awesome. I'm glad you liked it!
this is excellent advice, i came to the same conclusions being in business 40 years...Creator bless...doug
Nice video. Really like the swimming in the money and spam can! The sena communication makes working in the trees alot safer and better. I believe alot of people are worried about starting a business because they don't have everything figured out. After 8 years running a business I still haven't figured out everything. My goal everyday is to continue learning and improving. Jerry's dvds are good and also ISA has online courses that are great. A little expensive, but worth it. Just my 1 cents.
Absolutely true! Just take it day by day and be smart about what you say and do! Thanks for watching!
Fantastic and informative video my man!
great video. Would be awesome if you could do a video on working/climbing on spokes as there are not any good ones. tips and tricks to steady yourself... Cheers
Thank you! Maybe one of these days I will do one. Thanks for watching!
Thanks Joe, I just stumbled onto this video today. It’s been two years since posting. Anything you would add or take away from this video. Are you where you figured you’d be in two years?
I really enjoy the channel. Thank you. 👍🏼🇨🇦
Neight Jay honestly not a lot to add. Yeah I’d say we have grown well. I haven’t advertised in years. We have been able to grow our equipment. So yeah I’m happy with how it has gone.
Thanks for the comment and watching!
Joe Bisping right on. Glad things are going well for you. I’ll be watching this video a few times over. I’ve been wanting to start a small side business for a few years now. 👍🏼🇨🇦
Neight Jay awesome good luck and thank you for watching!
These are all great tips. Great video Joe keep up the good work. Liked an subbed.
Thank you!
My business is now all word of mouth and loyal customers. Take care of them and they will take care of you. I have a sign on my wall. I Only Have Great Customers. So when I see there not great I let them go and then just look at the client base and see I truly have great customers. Always treat them like gold because they are. If not then dump their lame asses.
I love wespur they put a picture of a dancing taco on my package cause I love tacoes
Hey guys. I am starting a tree service in a situation similar to yours. I have chainsaw experience growing up and with the forest service. I have used a boom lift to prune trees before but not professionally. I want some real training before I begin. I would like to talk with you about my situation. Let me know if I can contact you in a more private setting for information. Thank you
did you find what you were looking for? as far as training? john4wun@gmail.com
Really liked this video. Good job, man.
well said sir! I have been thinking about starting up in VA. I am a cell tower climber so I know rigging and gear but trees are nothing like steel. What kind of truck did you start out with and size trailer? thanks for your time!
Thank you! Yeah its one thing to climb and another to know how to safely cut and rig. Well the very first truck was an old forestry bucket truck and by old i mean 1981 old lol I would no recommend that at all lol I picked up a chevy 3500 dump and built a wooden chip box on it and it has been great. Easy to get in and out of yards. I didn't have a trailer at first. We had a chuck n duck chipper.
That was a very good presentation my friend
Thanks Joe!
Buena información para empezar mi negocio
I definitely need help with a contract
Great Videos Joe, they’ve helped tremendously.
What saddle are you using in this vid? I have a regular climbing harness and I’m debating what saddle i want to purchase
treemotion. Thanks for watching. Glad it helped.
What brand of helmet are you wearing in the video? I really like it.
Well done Joe, Great video....
Great video and some really good pointers but when will you reactivate the JOE discount code! I missed using it by a week. LOL
Thank you! sorry you missed it. There will be more in the future.
If you get another coupon code lmk man. Just sent another $600 order lol.
Thank you so much for the time you spent making this video!
Could I receive what you bid sheet looks like and contract?
My email is KingdomTreeCare@gmail.com.
Thank you!
Foster Tree pruning and maintenance
What kind of things do you include in your contract? And what could I expect to pay monthly for insurance?
Awesome video.
Thank you!
Thank you very much for your wise words
No Problem
Hello, how much should a climber make per hour if he is starting and when he has a lot of experience?
Buy your bosses old tree truck buy the rest new or in really good shape . Having 5 to 10 years experience helps . Within those years you'll know how much to charge unless your boss keeps you 100% in the dark
GREAT VIDEO !
There's only one trees service in my town it's about to get shut down cause the owner is under investigation for drugs should I start a new company?
thanx for u'r sharing so so much~~
James Lim No problem. I'm glad you liked it.
great stuff man. got a sub from me. thanks for your videos
Thank you! Glad you liked it.
Well Done.... keep them coming.....
Thank you
Great video but background music too loud to understand speech.
Great video, so much appreciated 🙏🏽💯
No problem
Is it possible to use a wood chipper mulching to fill a pool?
Need help knowing how to make a secure contract ....Basics.
You said you went to a tree school in Akron. Do you work in Ohio?
JRM Landscapes No. Pittsburgh PA
great video joe
Thank you!
Awesome video mate.
Barry Kerr Thank you!
very well said !!
thank you
I got my training from the label on the door of my bucket truck...lol Just kidding.
great video. just my two cents... music was a too loud. it was hard to concentrate on you with the music at almost equal volume. and it was so repetitive, witch is good we are here for you not the music. but it was hard to ignore. but great work and keep it up. be safe out there.
-Chase a future property maintenance company owner. just got a petzl zigzag and awaiting arrival of my new buckingham master 5.0 harness. So exciteed!!!!!
Hey Chase. Sorry about the music. I will keep that i mind for the future videos. You will love the new set up. Be safe.
Excellent video 👍
Thank you!
How did you get your contracts made up amd bidding sheets
I'm 17 years old I'm a hard working kid I had a presure washing business with my buddy made alot of money but I just baught a truck I pay 500 a month plus my insurice and gas and a phone bill. My buddy wjats to start a tree business but I dont think people will take a 17 amd a 18 year old serious what y'all yhink. I allso run a fire wood business
As long as you take yourself serious, other people will respect that! You will certainly have those people who will rase there nose to you but thats life! Get some training and know what you are doing and be professional and people will respect you! You have to earn your reputation and that can take years however it only takes a minute to ruin it so be smart with what you say and do! Go for it!
I’m 20, and I look a little young for my age, but so far I have been treated with respect and seriousness from every customer I’ve ever dealt with. I am very articulate, professional, and act older than I am. I can’t say the same from others in the industry, i have had to earn respect the hard way. But keep in mind at 17 it’ll be tough for various reasons, registering a business in some states isn’t legal til 18, renting equipment or getting crane crews is a no go til you’re 18, and obviously if you apply for a loan or driving a work vehicle is a no til you’re 18 as well. That’s in my state, so you’ll have to check your state laws. Good luck with it, it’s a very stressful and expensive start up, but it smoothes out and pretty soon it’s the greatest thing you could hope for
How do I make a good contract or bid sheet
How much experience did you have before you started your own company?
B Haekel I had no tree experience however I did have ropes and rigging and climbing training in the rescue field for three years!
Joe Bisping Ok thanks!
Joe Bisping are you completely self taught or did you hire someone with experience to train you?
B Haekel I took a one week basic training course at ACRT. Outside of that completely self taught. I have never seen another climber in person or climbed with one lol. I did purchase the Jerry beranek training DVD series and it had the biggest influence on my skills. I highly recommend it!
Joe Bisping Thats awesome! Im an arborist right now and ive been thinking about starting a company so Im just trying to decide if I have enough experience or not. Thanks
10:25 - what did he say? That darn background music is interfering 😩
Hey joe. Can you help me out with what my proposal should all have on it.
Hey do you still need help with your proposal? Sorry for the late response but I have been busy with family matters!
Joe Bisping I completely understand! Hope all is well, yes if u have a second to give a helping hand.
shoot me a message on here
Joe Bisping how do i do that?
good question hahah. When you say proposal do you mean a bid sheet or a contract?
Hello how can you help me make a tree contract
great video Joe. Just do away with the music as it's hard to hear you.
Nice video.
Thank you!
1:50 u sound like a disappointed dad lol but great vid overall!
whay weer the first things you bought couldnt hear the last one
oh yeah nice video
Great video man! Do you have an email where I can contact you , I would great appreciate it some advice. Thanks again, God Bless!
bispingseylertree@gmail.com
I'm trying to start my own tree business can you help me out on getting my name out there is Craigslist a good start
Jamal Hicks you can try cl. We did home advisor at first. It’s good at getting your name out there but the leads are low quality. I would recommend a local paper advertisement and phone book. Just do good quality work and your name will spread!
Thanks I'll be getting with you later bout some climbing stuff
@@jamalchilds6669 Hey Jamal, how's the start up going? My company MarketingDirector.com can help you out with live phone calls direct to your business from prospective customers in your service area.Our calls are highly qualified with high buyer intent; low flat rate, no membership fees.
shit I just ordered before I saw this lol
lifeisgood070 lol maybe next order!
You lost me at the insurance policy. Maybe when you actually have any kind of assets or money to take... But otherwise, you're forking over for something that you shouldn't be using to begin with, and if you do have to use it, it's no easier than forcing the client to take you to court. You're still going to shit on your own business if you break something. Point number one SHOULD have been, "Don't take jobs you can't handle"
Hi Joe could you share your bid sheet and contract with me?
Do you still need help? Sorry for the late responce
Joe Bisping sure any info you could send/share would be great.
+Lead Element Outdoors what's your email
maharrisonlawnandland@gmail.com
Hey joe can you show me what your proposal has on it?
Sorry for the delayed response but if you still need some help let me know!
Jerry what?
Israel Ortega Jerry Beranik
Hi..... After a local wildfire I have lost ally gear and equipment.... Desperately need saw, climbing gear, chaps, helmet, felling axe, winch, blocks,pulley and much more.... My work truck,tools,and more was lost in the devastation..... I have no choice but to ask for help .... A small donation to my family and I would be grateful.
...
Please consider making a donation to a family in need after a recent emergency....
Thanks again for your time and consideration
Dude the music sucks
Great Video.