Episodes
How long until something goes wrong and who will be held accountable when it does? Should estate agents take the bulk of the blame for EICR test backlogs as well as landlords? Are the tests being completed properly and are forms being forged in a race to complete EICR tests in time?
Thomas Nagy discusses how to handle customers that want an itemised breakdown of costs on a quote, why you should never agree and some experiences he's had himself with this problem.
Thomas Nagy discusses a range of topics relating to his past week, The latest on the electrical van & more.
Thomas Nagy rants about some would-be customers that really get under his skin and how to handle it. Also, an update on Thomas Nagy's new electric van - one week on.
Thomas Nagy has added an electric vehicle to his fleet and has a lot to say about it!
Thomas Nagy discusses callout fees, what to do when a customer isn't home or prepared for your arrival and electric vans.
Thomas Nagy gives you some advice on how certain courses can help expand your business. Also, what you should pay your employees, how NOT to cut your hair during lockdown and cheese sandwiches.
Thomas continues the discussion around employment from last week with some tips on how to use indeed to find your next fantastic employee. Thomas also answers some of your questions sent in about a variety of topics.
Thomas Nagy is desperate to hire someone to join his business... So why can't he find anyone? Is there a shortage of capable and reliable people in the electrical sector and construction in general and what can be done about this.
Tomas Nagy rants about the insane costs and loops to jump through as a business owner which include, first aid training courses, fleet & specialist machinery insurance, Commercial phone contracts & more!
Thomas Nagy follows up with more about social media after a huge response from the listeners last week. Thomas touches on some of the positives of social media and YouTube this time around. He also explains how much work goes into it, The process behind filming and dealing with prospective sponsors.
Thomas Nagy gives you a social media 101 crash course in what to do, how to do it right and what to avoid when it comes to managing your social media related to your business online. Also, how to grow and build on platforms like YouTube and Instagram.
Thomas Nagy is back to discuss EICR faux pas, how much harder it's become to complete EICR Tests now so many more people are working at home and some of the run ins with tenants.
Thomas keeps getting called out to different jobs with a similar root cause. He has his opinion on it and would love to hear yours too.
Thomas Nagy on whether he thinks it's still worth working in the domestic sector or not and how to price jobs accordingly if you do.
Paul Meenan from the E5 Group joins Thomas Nagy to discuss wages in the electrical sector.
Thomas answers your questions on how to kick on as an apprentice, how to pack your toolkit smarter for each job and a little bit on how to price jobs accordingly.
Thomas is joined by Ian Arbuckle from Linian. Ian's father invented the original Linian Fire Clip and from there, Ian alongside his sister Lynne have grown the business with a range of top quality products.
Thomas Nagy talks business development towards the end of a turbulent year with uncertain months ahead. Should you spend now or later? Should you use your money or borrow? How secure is your electrical or trade based business? Thomas Nagy gives his take on this episode of the podcast.
Thomas Nagy gives you the lowdown on LED strips and lighting. Everything you need to know, some tips and tricks when dealing with LED strips/lighting, some handy products Tom has found online that are worth trying out and all of your messages into the show.
Thomas Nagy speculates on what the coming months could look like for the industry, talks fuse boards and reforms to the regs that he would like to see happen.
Thomas has his say about a bit of recent news in trade. He gives his opinion, asks some questions and follows up on messages from last week's topic discussing clients who pay peanuts but expect a premium job.
Thomas Nagy takes you his experiences dealing with clients that expect more than they're paying for, how to manage their expectations and shares some of his own stories.
Thomas takes you through all of the messages from listeners and gives some funny, insightful, surprising and revealing answers!
Thomas discusses the pros and cons of taking the electrical route vs. fire alarm installation and also tells a funny story about a recent non paying customer and how to avoid ending up in the same mess.
This week Thomas discusses Domestic, Installer and fast courses and whether they bring new talent or are just a sham.
This week Thomas talks us through how much it really is to run a business like his.
This week, after getting a new employee, Thomas goes on the hunt for the perfect van that can help him broaden out his business commercially!
This week Thomas lets us in on a new app he is involved with that can help sparks with their time management and bookings as well as telling us about a new member who is joining his team!.
This week on The Electrical Show podcast, Thomas talks us through some of the worst things he's seen in his career as an electrician.