If you run a building business, or you’re thinking about starting out on your own, it helps to have some friendly advice from someone who’s on a similar journey. So in this episode of the FMB’s Build Up podcast, we’re chatting to our two hosts, David Gutierrez of Nest Building Group and Aidan Cropper of IPSUM (UK) Ltd about the highs and lows of their building careers so far.
In this episode, discover
- The different routes to running your own building business
- Some practical advice for getting started
- How they found clients
- Finding their niche
- How and why their businesses have changed
- Where they find support and help
Resources mentioned in the podcast
- Download our guide to hiring your first apprentice: fmb.org.uk/apprenticeship
What’s one piece of advice you would give someone starting out in construction? We want to hear from you - get in touch with us at buildup@fmb.org.uk.
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Build Up is the FMB podcast for builders tackling the real-world challenges of running and growing a building business in the UK.