Since lockdown I've followed a bunch of You T*bers that teach home renovation skills. I have about 4 favorites that are my go to sources when I am learning new skills. And if you've meandered through this blog you will know that I have learned a lot. Truthfully not JUST from the vids. I also have a talented friend who has shared his time showing me plumbing and electrical wiring. But from the computer I learned how to demo, how to build and put up a new wall, how to modify cabinets, how to hang cabinets, how to do a back splash how to hang and repair drywall and more.
The other day when I tuned into one of my fave tubers he was doing a piece on using new found skills as a side hustle. The premise is that by devoting the occasional Saturday one could now charge for doing these things for others and make some much needed cash. He pointed out important things, like keeping the jobs you take on to ones that do not require a permit, registering your business etc. And although I have little no free time, I was still intrigued. After all, I COULD have time in the future? Maybe?? And i do love to do these kind of things. Then the dude continues on, talking about not underpricing your skills. . . because there is a huge labor shortage and a lot of boomers are now in their 60's. They don't want to be on ladders and doing these kind of things anymore. They will pay good money he said. Wait! Stop the presses! Um, I fall into that age demographic.
I don't mind being on a ladder. I can carry drywall and subflooring. I can do these things. So if I can do them, can't a lot of other "boomers?" I posited the question to my co workers who said that probably others didn't and it was just that I am an anomaly who does not feel or act my age. I'm still trying to decide the veracity of that and whether or not it is a compliment.
Meanwhile I am going to go continue repairing and refinishing a table destined for my workplace!
