A Day In The Life of a Construction Entrepreneur

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  • čas přidán 22. 05. 2024
  • This is a day in the life of Daniel Ashville Louisy, the Director of Companies for Ashville Aggregates, Ashville Inc and Ashville Concrete.
    A small glimpse inside running a business. This is just a cross section of 1 day with owner Daniel juggling some of his staff working at his 3 companies.
    TIME CODE INDEX
    00:00 Intro
    00:37 Daniel's Flat/Morning routine
    03:41 Arriving at Ashville yard
    09:59 Site visit - house refurbishment in Streatham
    13:18 Site visit in Queen's Park
    14:05 Daniel gets a puncture
    15:34 Back at Ashville yard
    17:07 who brings more sweets
    17:26 Train arrives with Type 1 Limestone
    18:27 Daniel tries to shoot a Car Review
    20:29 Daniel heads home
    #inspirational | #workrate | #dayinthelife
    :: ASHVILLE ::
    waste management | aggregates | concrete | construction
    ashvilleaggregates.com
    :: DANIEL LOUISY ::
    IG @daniellouisy

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  • @costlesssquash
    @costlesssquash Před 3 lety +4201

    I bet you didn't search for this video, did you? But you watched it.

    • @ryanbishop3586
      @ryanbishop3586 Před 3 lety +63

      Exactly. Never searched for it, but watched the whole thing. And now I'm subscribing !
      This is a great insight into how much it takes to run a company

    • @gkrees9509
      @gkrees9509 Před 3 lety +8

      Ok? And ? That’s true for like 90% of the videos I watch

    • @costlesssquash
      @costlesssquash Před 3 lety +16

      @@gkrees9509 90%??? Dang bro. I usually don't let the algorithms decide what I watch.

    • @gkrees9509
      @gkrees9509 Před 3 lety +10

      Matt Tamm u come on CZcams and search for every video you watch?😂😂 damn u really be thinking this thru before opening this app

    • @costlesssquash
      @costlesssquash Před 3 lety +6

      @@gkrees9509 actually, yeah. I have CZcams premium and it's all I use for music. So if I am not listening to one of my playlists, then yes I search the videos I watch. I don't let the algorithm decide for me.

  • @Aden068
    @Aden068 Před 3 lety +2749

    I was gonna make a construction joke.
    *but I’m still working on it*

  • @MrCk1234567890
    @MrCk1234567890 Před 3 lety +1023

    This is the kind of businessman I hope I can be one day. Clean cut, well spoken, respectful to employees, sense of humor but gets shit done

  • @dxd696
    @dxd696 Před 3 lety +540

    Even his car's wearing a high-visibility jacket

  • @missocean4572
    @missocean4572 Před 3 lety +2297

    When I saw how much things he managed to accomplish before 12pm I had to re-evaluate my life

  • @joshkomolafe
    @joshkomolafe Před 3 lety +3157

    Would like a video talking about how you started the company and any difficulties you went through getting here

    • @LA-fr7fx
      @LA-fr7fx Před 3 lety +98

      That would be a great video to watch.

    • @littletraveller5428
      @littletraveller5428 Před 3 lety +116

      It’s always those stories that are best. They’re the ones that show you there’s not a big difference between this guy and me. Just the tiny bit of difference with mindset

    • @mayibuyeiafrica
      @mayibuyeiafrica Před 3 lety +13

      Yeah most definitely

    • @gustavogomez7235
      @gustavogomez7235 Před 3 lety +23

      Absolutely agree. It would be nice if Daniel does a video on how all started and all the ups and down to get him where he is today

    • @MakN.
      @MakN. Před 3 lety +28

      @@littletraveller5428 Personal discipline and having a little luck.

  • @PhillipSimango
    @PhillipSimango Před 3 lety +581

    CZcams recommended this to me for the past 3 months, I finally gave in, not a single regret

  • @mostrendy5335
    @mostrendy5335 Před 3 lety +25

    I'm a fan from South Africa ... And I have been working in construction ... Since 14 years old ... And now I'm 23 handle all the finances, quotations, material purchases, transportation, etc it's busy and I love being on top of everything.

    • @nutleybukoma7964
      @nutleybukoma7964 Před 2 lety +1

      I have also been in the construction business working at my parents hardware business since 19 yrs im now 23, seeing a guy like this gives me a realistic picture of where i could be if i stick with this path.

    • @victortshoba1216
      @victortshoba1216 Před 2 lety

      Most Rendy Well done fellow County men. Good job.

  • @adamcrook8303
    @adamcrook8303 Před 3 lety +2424

    Now this is the sort of content we want to see. An insight into a successful businessmans life,. no pretentiousness, no big headed rubbish just a real hard working man's life. Nice work, look forward to your next one 👍 love seeing good people do well

    • @thisisashville
      @thisisashville  Před 3 lety +225

      Thank you. We are planning on making plenty more. Let us know any ideas you have for future content. What would you like to see?

    • @mahbubkhan1822
      @mahbubkhan1822 Před 3 lety +29

      Ashville Aggregates, Grab Hire, Tipper Hire, Skip Hire And Material I want to see Daniels gym routine especially bench press

    • @craigwright2910
      @craigwright2910 Před 3 lety +81

      @@thisisashville like to see a vid on how Daniel started out from the very beginning what inspired him and how he got into construction to being a successful entrepreneur. 😄

    • @adamcrook8303
      @adamcrook8303 Před 3 lety +28

      @@thisisashville As a business director myself, I look to be inspired by successful people. I would like to see more insightful videos into what Daniel thinks are key elements to his business success including what drives him, what he does to keep his mental health strong, his fitness, his love for qpr.
      What you are doing is very inspiring and a great motivator 👊 keep up the good work and I wish you every success.

    • @alexdowds65
      @alexdowds65 Před 3 lety +5

      @@thisisashville I would love to see a yard tour including railway and all vehicles

  • @kazhussaini6475
    @kazhussaini6475 Před 3 lety +2279

    This is the kinda person who deserves millions not the ones like social media “influencers” with zero skills and posting nude photos.

    • @ImperialMindMusic
      @ImperialMindMusic Před 3 lety +157

      Debatable depending on the nudes

    • @RayzrBlazer
      @RayzrBlazer Před 3 lety +11

      incel

    • @pablocobb5343
      @pablocobb5343 Před 3 lety +16

      Depends whose nudes they are

    • @walsh9354
      @walsh9354 Před 3 lety +7

      Or nfl players baseball basketball etc
      Most pro athletes sign away their rights Bc they’re not competent enough to do what this man has done

    • @CARTMEN700
      @CARTMEN700 Před 3 lety +1

      @@ImperialMindMusic I think you mean "master" debating ( ͡° ͜ʖ ͡°)

  • @scootdaboppa7006
    @scootdaboppa7006 Před 3 lety +176

    Yo Daniel,
    I’m 21 and just started a project management within construction degree. Your videos just made me more hungry to finish this degree and set my own thing up.
    Appreciate you big bro

    • @StraightMan0
      @StraightMan0 Před 7 měsíci +1

      Same like you but i have time for that i am only 13 but hope u Made it 🤜🤛

  • @swaranbains8326
    @swaranbains8326 Před 3 lety +145

    Dude I used to gym with this guy, he was so inspiring.

    • @Timberdoodle197
      @Timberdoodle197 Před rokem +2

      If your a British person saying dude you need a kick in the stones

  • @jippyjester
    @jippyjester Před 3 lety +2316

    The guy is running a decent size business and isn't full of himself or self absorbed, he is down to earth and likable. Good on you mate 👍😊

    • @themarenda
      @themarenda Před 3 lety +130

      That is false modesty, don't you see the yellow range rover with his name on the bonnet, bodybuilding physicue and youtube channel to talk about his success. He has dedicated his life to impress others rather than simply enjoy it

    • @jippyjester
      @jippyjester Před 3 lety +105

      @@themarenda I disagree, he doesn't ram it down everybody's throat. He does have a bit of an ego, though 😂😂

    • @theanimelibarian7881
      @theanimelibarian7881 Před 3 lety +37

      @@jippyjester who dont

    • @dragos9134
      @dragos9134 Před 3 lety +57

      @@themarenda If you don't see Daniel as an honest hard-working humble man then there is no humble man on Earth.

    • @SugarRayValentine
      @SugarRayValentine Před 3 lety +65

      @@themarenda the other stuff maybe but the bodybuilding physique part is a good thing we should all take care of our body and love it not feed it garbage and do no exercise

  • @jamesjarrett52
    @jamesjarrett52 Před 3 lety +859

    I'm a teacher and I'm going to use this in my classes to impress upon the students how hard you have to work to make a success of your life and career.

    • @thomaskoukouris4070
      @thomaskoukouris4070 Před 3 lety +75

      Yeah but one day you'll wake up and realise it's all in vain anyway, so why spend so much time working when you can do other fun stuff and have hobbies and travel. All that money won't make you happy in the end. It's just stuff. Emtpy. Workaholics have the worst midlife crisis. They realise they ve wasted their youth being a money making machine than doing what they really love, or finding meaning. A teacher shouldn't be promoting this kind of lifestyle in my opinion, it affects young people's mindset and makes them realise that money IS happiness while clearly it's not (to an extent it is, it does contribute to being happy I won't argue) . Sure a few will make it, they might even enjoy it, but that's the very few. The rest, when they realise they're not good enough or clever enough or lucky enough, they get depressed - we know where that can lead. Anyway, just my thoughts though do whatever the fuck you want to do

    • @gkrees9509
      @gkrees9509 Před 3 lety +8

      T D people have no choice are you still in high school???? Or why do u sound so uneducated

    • @thomaskoukouris4070
      @thomaskoukouris4070 Před 3 lety +13

      @@gkrees9509 uneducated? Why has that got to do with anything? I'm 22 man been to college. Some observations in making now that I'm wiser that my 18 year old self wouldn't have thought off

    • @siddharthnandi8567
      @siddharthnandi8567 Před 3 lety +12

      T D you must hate capitalism

    • @abz4199
      @abz4199 Před 3 lety +5

      @@thomaskoukouris4070 wow you must hate money 60 year old you will regret this

  • @yogiontour
    @yogiontour Před 3 lety +58

    This bloke seems like the sort that deserves the nice car, and all the trappings of success. He isn't making money out of money like a useless banker, he is employing people and paying their mortgages.
    Great video

  • @ebrahimebs
    @ebrahimebs Před 2 lety +7

    I own a construction company, the things u achieve in the morning has made me up my work ethic

  • @TI-rz3ny
    @TI-rz3ny Před 3 lety +1326

    To all Americans, A lorry is a trailer truck.

    • @jordanpilcher5528
      @jordanpilcher5528 Před 3 lety +56

      Or better known a semi truck

    • @brocksinclair66
      @brocksinclair66 Před 3 lety +8

      @@jordanpilcher5528 american and euro trucks are very small,no wonder you call it a semi

    • @sethmacomber3497
      @sethmacomber3497 Před 3 lety +2

      Thank you!

    • @jonnywilson9117
      @jonnywilson9117 Před 3 lety +20

      @@brocksinclair66 Let me guess, you're an Aussie? European trucks are small, American trucks most definitely aren't small. We're talking about the truck. Not the amount of trailers. Try pull two 45' trailers in England. You're going straight, and that's about it Lmao

    • @brocksinclair66
      @brocksinclair66 Před 3 lety

      @@jonnywilson9117 im talking About the weight they pull buddy, fuck all

  • @jaywalkercrew4446
    @jaywalkercrew4446 Před 3 lety +532

    “Work hard for yourself, working hard for someone else will only make you tired.”

    • @Riotdrone
      @Riotdrone Před 3 lety +23

      unfortunately under capitalism the vast majority of us will always be employees not owners, it's a stupid system with no regard for basic human decency

    • @nealp885
      @nealp885 Před 3 lety +11

      @@Riotdrone So what system should we have?

    • @rollorhino
      @rollorhino Před 3 lety +45

      @@Riotdrone that's utter bollocks, if you really want to work for yourself youl find a way

    • @Riotdrone
      @Riotdrone Před 3 lety

      @@nealp885 i'm for libertarian socialism, before you say that's an oxymoron no it's not, it's a rich political tradition going back to the mid 19th century. there are examples currently in places like the zapatista territory in chiapas mexico and rojava in syria

    • @Riotdrone
      @Riotdrone Před 3 lety +1

      @@rollorhino if you really want to maybe you can, but only because most people don't really want to go through all the trouble and risk of being an entrepreneur, and they shouldn't have to become one in order to have a decent life

  • @xperea91
    @xperea91 Před 3 lety +71

    I searched for "A day in the life of construction business owner" because I am starting my own bookkeeping business and want to focus on the construction industry. This just showed me how much harder I need to work on my own business as well. Thank you very much!

    • @stewartgrindlay9760
      @stewartgrindlay9760 Před 2 lety +8

      You learn something new each day.
      All about experience.
      Keep at it

    • @xperea91
      @xperea91 Před 2 lety +2

      @@stewartgrindlay9760 Thank you very much for the boost to keep going 🙂💪🏼

    • @marceldwayne8491
      @marceldwayne8491 Před 2 lety

      How is it going with the business?

    • @ilyjax
      @ilyjax Před rokem +1

      And how it worked out for you??

    • @EntertainmentContentChannel
      @EntertainmentContentChannel Před rokem

      ​@@stewartgrindlay9760 My dad owns a big construction company in my country and im watching Asheville so in like 3 years i take over my dads company and run it like him or even better

  • @-manraj-4941
    @-manraj-4941 Před 3 lety +10

    Who else comes back even so often and watches this video again because it’s so good 😊

  • @singhprabhjinder
    @singhprabhjinder Před 3 lety +1458

    This guy needs a solid manager to ease his life a bit.

    • @frybreadking351
      @frybreadking351 Před 3 lety +50

      I was thinking that same thing!

    • @MrMlbfan6
      @MrMlbfan6 Před 3 lety +150

      He does but probably a manager won’t see his vision ..

    • @ProducersPlay
      @ProducersPlay Před 3 lety +203

      good managers are really hard to find. And won't necessarily put in 100% effort like you will as an owner of the company. He seems fine with work load.

    • @tomidada9051
      @tomidada9051 Před 3 lety +52

      It’s called a wife

    • @nayashadeeetai514
      @nayashadeeetai514 Před 3 lety +190

      @@tomidada9051 wrong turn

  • @BelzoGraphics
    @BelzoGraphics Před 3 lety +468

    This was literally so interesting I kinda wanna watch something like this one a week or something

  • @megaamaaaan123
    @megaamaaaan123 Před rokem +26

    Now that’s what I call an influencer, somebody working hard to succeed giving people an insight to what it takes as well as being so genuine, keep this up Daniel👍🏾✨

  • @jamesjones1226
    @jamesjones1226 Před 3 lety +55

    This guy is on point. I dream of being someone like him. I’m only 37, maybe one day!

  • @lmZay
    @lmZay Před 3 lety +426

    I knew he wasn’t messing around when he showed up to the truck yard with Black Air Force 1’s

  • @bryce6374
    @bryce6374 Před 3 lety +118

    I absolutely love this "If a bloke has made a plan for the last 2 days i don't want to ruin it"

  • @steveipod1
    @steveipod1 Před 3 lety +71

    Good to see a brother doing good reminds me of my self 12 years ago, from homeless in care since age of 6 in intercity Manchester to owning running multiple companies management teams and boards not a single gcse dyslexic n yet crazy success keep it up m8 u will get there just enjoy the build up n watch those who get jealous more importantly ur closest freinds and family

    • @thawanteds
      @thawanteds Před 3 lety +6

      That's inspiring to me. I'm 30 years old, jobless, in the catering industry which is dying so I'm trying to think of ways to make money, otherwise I'm gonna be in big trouble.

    • @thawanteds
      @thawanteds Před 3 lety

      @Apex Thanks for the kind words.

    • @Ehsggsh12747
      @Ehsggsh12747 Před rokem

      @@thawanteds my advice is to learn a trade like electrician or plumber or if you got the knack and are able to move near London apply for sales jobs.

    • @AngelofDarkness24
      @AngelofDarkness24 Před rokem

      This is inspiring

    • @icetrip2417
      @icetrip2417 Před 9 měsíci

      W

  • @LA-gh3mi
    @LA-gh3mi Před 3 lety +31

    I have no clue why this is in my recommendations..I'm a Self-Employed nanny but I am mesmerized by Daniel's hard work ethic...a new sub!

  • @andrewlangridge8619
    @andrewlangridge8619 Před 3 lety +206

    I own a small landscaping business and the stress of that is more than enough for me, I am awestruck at your ability to organise and cope. I wish you ongoing success - You deserve it!

  • @Ap0calypseUK
    @Ap0calypseUK Před 3 lety +149

    “Don’t ask me a question you can just google yeh?” Haha that’s quality

    • @tshidiblaque9373
      @tshidiblaque9373 Před 3 lety +2

      This is true. Cz everybody gotta work aint nobody got time to waste on questions whose answers are in the net

  • @Squishyishy1
    @Squishyishy1 Před 3 lety +91

    My man got out of bed, brushed his teeth, got dressed, packed his lunch, wrote emails, made himself a cuppa and left his flat within 23 minutes????? Talk about organised 🤯

    • @DarthFurie
      @DarthFurie Před 3 lety +9

      Tbh that blew my mind lol

    • @DonLopetegui
      @DonLopetegui Před 2 lety

      @@DarthFurie fr

    • @SGTfrogman
      @SGTfrogman Před 2 lety +2

      Takes me half an hour to get out of bed and that is at considerably later that 5am

  • @toukurakura9968
    @toukurakura9968 Před 2 lety +4

    When you rewatch old videos because of the kick it gives and of course ashville weekly feels like ashville monthly just waiting.

  • @arlettemabibi8658
    @arlettemabibi8658 Před 3 lety +364

    Randomly woke up at 5am, randomly came across this inspiring black mans video. Now I’m jumping out of bed to start a productive day. Thank Daniel

    • @richandclean
      @richandclean Před 3 lety +27

      @Warn Gamers colour has everything to do with it but i'm assuming youre Caucasian so you have no idea what im talking about, dont worry, it would be very exhausting to explain, acknowledge the question tho, it shouldnt be that way but it is.

    • @ChinChillR63s
      @ChinChillR63s Před 3 lety +21

      Yes he’s Black, another reason why i don’t buy the BS from Black people about inequality. Those who use the race card for not getting opportunities are just lazy ffuks

    • @themandalorian3799
      @themandalorian3799 Před 3 lety +25

      @@ChinChillR63s wrong but nice try, human's normally hire people they can relate to and someone they could invite over for a BBQ or go over to their place for a meal and feel comfortable and maintain a long smooth conversation. If the boss/manager can't relate to the person they hire they will normally hire someone even though less skilled but they can relate to. If the manager/owner can put their ego & insecurities aside (which is very hard to do, if it was easy everyone would be doing it) they can hire the best worker even if they cant relate to them

    • @GerVlad
      @GerVlad Před 3 lety +16

      That's right, bringing his race up just takes some of the credit away from this man. And we all should be inspired by successful people regardless of their skin colour

    • @michaelregulski6496
      @michaelregulski6496 Před 3 lety +9

      Hes not a "black man"...hes a clever switched on man who's going places....

  • @halflifeproductionz
    @halflifeproductionz Před 3 lety +173

    This man is one productive beast.

  • @wildbrasil8037
    @wildbrasil8037 Před 3 lety +50

    I do more YouTubing than I care to admit and this has been one of the most valuable 24:50 of my life. I admire the way you use your time here on earth. So frickin cool

  • @Richiebxrry
    @Richiebxrry Před 3 lety +21

    I thoroughly enjoyed watching this. As busy as he looks he really looks like he enjoys the unpredictable nature of his work. Inspirational stuff

  • @deanscully5844
    @deanscully5844 Před 3 lety +170

    I'm impressed by him driving around with a mug of coffee without spilling 😂

    • @kripto999
      @kripto999 Před 3 lety +5

      I was thinking how the heck do you even shift with a cup of coffee until I realized there are automatics

    • @amabeza
      @amabeza Před 3 lety

      Lol

    • @boakyebb
      @boakyebb Před 3 lety +14

      Yeah if you have decent car it probably has a whole different driving experience ... I hit a pothole in my Corsa and I'm covered... He hits a pothole and it is like a little breeze touching the tyre lol...

    • @lolbots
      @lolbots Před 3 lety

      scripted bs

    • @officialrealistyoutube
      @officialrealistyoutube Před 3 lety +1

      Jesus Christ people are so stupid, he has an automatic car so you only need to turn the wheel, its not that difficult

  • @newjack2957
    @newjack2957 Před 3 lety +211

    Must have forgot about the part where u hit the gym hard every day

  • @pazt9911
    @pazt9911 Před 3 lety +26

    So much respect, that's all, from one business owner to another!

  • @ademkaramusa6491
    @ademkaramusa6491 Před 3 lety +14

    Just started watching this man.
    Motivated already.
    The discipline he has is admirable.

  • @Uhuss-qq6cq
    @Uhuss-qq6cq Před 3 lety +120

    You should do a video about how you got into this industry and where it all started. Great video btw.

  • @jayali5707
    @jayali5707 Před 3 lety +172

    The moment where he explains the rules about his open door policy just says it all!!

  • @Majorhavoktv
    @Majorhavoktv Před 3 měsíci +1

    He is very organized and professional. As a veteran I appreciate that, cheers mate from the USA!

  • @buildingphase9712
    @buildingphase9712 Před 3 lety +9

    Watching this is so motivational in so many levels, Ashville's work ethic is amazing. . . Glad to see infrastructure that actually works i.e trains

  • @floop2935
    @floop2935 Před 3 lety +130

    Lack of focus is why most of us fail . We never get started!

  • @stevekeyboy
    @stevekeyboy Před 3 lety +34

    250-300 emails a day...GOD! I get about 6 emails a day and it bugs me the heck out. You're inspiring, sir.

    • @WhoShorts_
      @WhoShorts_ Před 3 lety +2

      He’s exaggerating. No way he gets 300 emails a day

    • @Redmanticore
      @Redmanticore Před 2 lety +2

      @@WhoShorts_ you do get that much in construction. but he didn't say he replies to them all. he should hire someone to answer his emails, make a list of what needs to be said.

  • @WhatNow724
    @WhatNow724 Před 2 lety +17

    I love seeing stuff like this. I own a bar and arcade and seeing other successful men doing it gives me hope. It’s hard work but it’s doable. God speed man.

  • @bevanpetersen1625
    @bevanpetersen1625 Před 3 lety +2

    The world needs more people like you Daniel. May your business go from strength to strength.

  • @JamesBernardohk
    @JamesBernardohk Před 3 lety +92

    Not sure how I came upon this video but I’ve just watched the whole thing - top lad

  • @mrergeone
    @mrergeone Před 3 lety +81

    Big respect it shows that success doesn’t come without hard work, people are so quick to look at Instagram and think people have it all but they don’t see the grind behind the scene to make it.

    • @TrulyUniqueOne
      @TrulyUniqueOne Před 3 lety +5

      Instagram is so fake 3/4's of the people on it haven't done shit but they make it look like they have

  • @Aj2030
    @Aj2030 Před 2 lety +2

    Now That's very motivating, just to see a brother do his best every day for a business he started patiently from the ground up. May God continue blessing you bro.

  • @TheArsenic1
    @TheArsenic1 Před 3 lety +2

    Mad respect, so much respect 🙌 . The accent makes it hard to know when my guy is mad, kinda thought he was made the entire time but the smile gives it away.

  • @larry1363
    @larry1363 Před 3 lety +295

    New subscriber here. Man it's rare to see a brother working in construction, but to be the owner is another level. More kids need exposure to this content to see someone like them succeeding in life. Keep pushing bro, I'm happy for you.

    • @therealgg5050
      @therealgg5050 Před 3 lety +4

      I'm surprised he didn't like your comment 🤷🏾‍♂️

    • @danielfinch362
      @danielfinch362 Před 3 lety +15

      It proves with hard work and dedication anyone can do well in the UK regardless of your background. But it takes a special kind of person to become a entrepreneur, I know I'm engaged to one.

    • @mexicocityrevsmagazine8350
      @mexicocityrevsmagazine8350 Před 3 lety +3

      WORD

    • @theUtubemaestro1
      @theUtubemaestro1 Před 3 lety +2

      @@therealgg5050 lol. He's probably busy

    • @patkennedy9491
      @patkennedy9491 Před 3 lety +12

      Perhaps because this " brother " has a whole different conception to life than you have. Opportunity for all race's and gender.

  • @TJFNixon
    @TJFNixon Před 3 lety +40

    Finally a contractor who does his own snagging before the client and before the contract administrator does! 👏🏻

    • @lolbots
      @lolbots Před 3 lety +3

      said for the camera, you numpty. *ain't nobody got time for dat*

    • @billyguard-fox3526
      @billyguard-fox3526 Před 3 lety +2

      @@lolbots trust me 😂

  • @LionAndTheSerpentPodcast
    @LionAndTheSerpentPodcast Před 3 lety +2

    Very inspiring, First time i've seen a boss in that line of work be firm and not emotional combine with tremendous communication skills. Wish you all the success Daniel!

  • @mr_clottey
    @mr_clottey Před 20 dny

    I really like this guy. Direct, respectful, driven, intelligent.

  • @mwnciboo
    @mwnciboo Před 3 lety +11

    We need more guys like you in the UK. Go getters, inspirational, making things happen. Never hear an excuse, never hear you being a victim. Big shoulders, taking responsibility on them. Total respect.

  • @MB-us8dk
    @MB-us8dk Před 3 lety +279

    The only time you can walk onto a job site with a baseball helmet is if you the one paying everyone 😂

    • @zackzander425
      @zackzander425 Před 3 lety +9

      Hard hats in Europe look like that.

    • @robinjackson7540
      @robinjackson7540 Před 3 lety +6

      LMAO, bruh haha. That shit got me too 😂

    • @MB-us8dk
      @MB-us8dk Před 3 lety +8

      @@zackzander425 Walk onto an American job site like that let me know how it goes

    • @Jonish_
      @Jonish_ Před 3 lety +6

      Zack Zander No they don’t 😂

    • @AZ-bx8yi
      @AZ-bx8yi Před 3 lety +1

      @@Jonish_ yeah.... often they do. get with the program...

  • @yolocuz9591
    @yolocuz9591 Před 3 lety +4

    stumbled across this video by accident and actually enjoy watching it! hard work and persistence really does pay off!

  • @DdotRay86
    @DdotRay86 Před 2 lety +5

    This must be one of the most likeable, admirable people on CZcams. Massive respect to him as a person and a business leader.

  • @wesleyselkridge2197
    @wesleyselkridge2197 Před 3 lety +75

    Not in the construction industry myself but this was so interesting and inspiring. Huge respect. The sort of content kids should be shown in school.

  • @MikeSyraxx
    @MikeSyraxx Před 3 lety +42

    You remind me of my dad when we he started his business now 17 years later I’m 21 and running it , love it Manz

    • @imhemaster
      @imhemaster Před 3 lety +4

      Handed to you on a plate. Good for you

    • @boakyebb
      @boakyebb Před 3 lety

      @ryan ashley I'd like to think that translates to " you deserve everything you got ". In regards @josh's comment.

    • @josephesalmoran6797
      @josephesalmoran6797 Před 3 lety +3

      imhemaster it’s more like here’s everything I learned for the past 17 years plus a shit ton of responsibilities make it better or sink it. Handed but not easy to eat.

  • @joshuamihok1651
    @joshuamihok1651 Před 3 lety +5

    Respect for all the hard/smart work. A true leader that sets a good example. I am impressed with the dedication.

  • @smackdadickus
    @smackdadickus Před 3 lety +22

    If I drove with a mug of coffee in the morning in the US I’d hit a pot hole and half of itd be on my lap 😂

  • @NoeGarcia-mo2zv
    @NoeGarcia-mo2zv Před 3 lety +14

    As a construction company owner myself. This video was very insightful and valuable in how to move and operate as a CEO. Take notes, being the director of any company is stressful and you literally work from sun up to sun down. Unfortunately not everyone is made for that lifestyle. But it can be extremely rewarding

  • @jonathanlove6772
    @jonathanlove6772 Před 3 lety +97

    So glad I found this channel, blinking interesting.

  • @couragemedallion
    @couragemedallion Před 3 lety +7

    Dedication, sacrifice and hardworking that’s all you need to succeed, never been an easy task that’s why many people fail and struggle.Thank you for the inspirational I enjoyed watching your video . God bless you

  • @croydonrudeness
    @croydonrudeness Před 3 lety +5

    Impressive, the founder is clearly driven, focused, very hardworking and also seems a decent grounded guy. Really good to watch.

  • @user-fq6hf5ho6u
    @user-fq6hf5ho6u Před 3 lety +30

    Guy is super hard working.. young black man at the top of his game. Real inspiration.

    • @keithy363
      @keithy363 Před 3 lety +1

      He’s a young man it’s nothing to do with his colour many black men can do what he does , even from council estates

    • @user-fq6hf5ho6u
      @user-fq6hf5ho6u Před 3 lety +7

      @@keithy363 LOL. Leave it out.. besides the point. The guy is young, BLACK and successful. Of course more can apply themselves and do well no matter the background.. that's not the point. I'm acknowledging HIS achievements with no apologies. He just so happens to be black/mixed race.. which connects with me more because I am. It's not a common sight yet, especially within this industry. What he's doing is inspirational period.. regardless of colour.. especially if you're working class. Not sure why you're touchy.

    • @keithy363
      @keithy363 Před 3 lety +1

      L 1 I just feel when people make a point of saying “ ooh is t the black man doing well “ type of comment is kind of derogatory . Would love to know how and where it all began though , on a personal note my cousins who are mixed race were never brought up with any stigma attached to them nor was their father ( Ghanaian ) heritage

    • @user-fq6hf5ho6u
      @user-fq6hf5ho6u Před 3 lety +1

      @@keithy363 I get what you mean, but I'm moreso coming from the angle of that's a black man doing well.. not he's doing well for a black man.. if you get the difference. People like him are an example of what the norm can/should be. I'm sure people like him don't even want his colour to be the focus.. just his ability.. we will get there.

    • @keithy363
      @keithy363 Před 3 lety

      L 1 👊 I get ya some white folk stigmatise themselves too , I watch a fella called Sara Garvey on here and he put something up which I thought was awesome he said he doesn’t teach his kids about black slaves but of black kings etc from back in the day setting him up for positive thought not negative , I cane from a council estate in Slough patents sometimes had 2 jobs owned their own home , wanted to get of their estates mum ended up getting a nursing degree at 35 we all now live in Australia I work in oil and gas so just need the right mindset not the victim / government owes me mindset

  • @Arsenal-81
    @Arsenal-81 Před 3 lety +31

    I've been a Quantity Surveyor for for the past 13 years working for one of the largest main contractors in the UK, during the lock down I've decided to venture out on my own and I'm currently setting up my own business, and this video is very motivational. Cheers pal for the great video.👍

    • @peterkinda4983
      @peterkinda4983 Před 3 lety +1

      How's your business going

    • @Arsenal-81
      @Arsenal-81 Před 3 lety +4

      @@peterkinda4983 very early days at the moment. In the process of obtaining all the right accreditation's at the minute so I can tender for Local Authority work. There is so much you need to have in place before going out and offering your services to everyone.

    • @panchh9228
      @panchh9228 Před 3 lety

      Good luck

    • @thefreemind1531
      @thefreemind1531 Před 3 lety +1

      I’m 22 and I’m about to get into quantity surveying , what was your feedback and experience on it,

    • @peterkinda4983
      @peterkinda4983 Před 3 lety +1

      @@Arsenal-81 best of luck

  • @Jordman1980
    @Jordman1980 Před 3 lety +8

    I like your man management skills, very clear and always in control of any situation! Seems like you have a good team around you too, which is by far the most important thing in Management!

  • @learningcoach1
    @learningcoach1 Před 2 lety

    Ive watched this episode soooo many times and it never gets old it always feels fresh as Daniel would Say "Love That"!

  • @karlfeast
    @karlfeast Před 3 lety +45

    This guy is such an inspiration people think they'd love his life and money but would they willing to put the work in

    • @lidl9335
      @lidl9335 Před 3 lety +10

      It's all fun and game until u have to get up 5 in the morning

    • @boakyebb
      @boakyebb Před 3 lety

      @@lidl9335 innit for real for real

    • @colorfulcodes
      @colorfulcodes Před 3 lety +6

      People like him make the world go around. Most people don't want to work too hard, myself included.

    • @xpabz
      @xpabz Před 3 lety

      Colorful Codes 🤩😀

    • @TheDoosh79
      @TheDoosh79 Před 3 lety

      @@lidl9335 I've already been out of the house half an hour when he is getting up, hard work and long hours isn't an automatic big pay cheque, that's the myth told to keep people working themselves to death for the 1% to keep hold of everything.

  • @leor4473
    @leor4473 Před 3 lety +162

    This is actually inspiring. Chill, no bullshit and straight to buisness. Will be watching more of your videos and taking notes. 💯

  • @kitsoromeomagwadi7326
    @kitsoromeomagwadi7326 Před 3 lety +1

    So impressed! I didn’t know just how much dedication you had to put upfront. Your focus is immaculate 👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾🙌🏾🙌🏾🙌🏾

  • @paddyd8936
    @paddyd8936 Před 3 lety +3

    Total admiration , unintentionally one of the great motivational videos that are on CZcams similar to arnie or the rock. Good for him. Someone to aspire to .

  • @hl236
    @hl236 Před 3 lety +43

    Give this man his own show on Channel 4!!

  • @celebritychefsrecipe9705
    @celebritychefsrecipe9705 Před 3 lety +225

    I really respect this guy. He really inspire me, like to see black men in business. Hats off to you my brother. I would definitely need some advice regarding the business that I’m running.

    • @livinglikeahuman7918
      @livinglikeahuman7918 Před 3 lety +11

      Here you go with your government indoctrination camp compartmentalizations.

    • @Calcific9
      @Calcific9 Před 3 lety +47

      I bet you a million bucks Daniel does not see him self as “a black man in business” he’s a man he runs a business he’s successful and his skin color happens to be dark in complexion.

    • @89E8NiNjA
      @89E8NiNjA Před 3 lety

      @@Mysteryofmines Beta male

    • @hellboy700r
      @hellboy700r Před 3 lety +5

      Why bringing his skin colour? How dare you saying that. Honestly....

    • @Undertaker93
      @Undertaker93 Před 3 lety

      Racist

  • @anger42
    @anger42 Před 3 lety +4

    I love how the office they work in seems to be a container structure. Smart move skirting the building costs of a brick and mortar structure.

  • @nathanpowell4529
    @nathanpowell4529 Před 3 lety +9

    One thing I learned about leadership is that you should always ‘start with why’. Not once did he tell someone why he needed them to do something and instead told them to just do it. “People don’t buy what you do, they buy why you do it” - Simon Sinek

    • @JH-lo5gg
      @JH-lo5gg Před 3 lety +1

      I'm theory you're right but practically it could be difficult telling every single person why? Sometimes employees just need to be told what to do. Why? Because they don't care, its just a job to them. They just want the day to end and go home.

    • @envy8468
      @envy8468 Před 2 lety

      @@JH-lo5gg you'll know who to explain why to I guess and who not to bother with. I know plenty who will argue to the point where I have to tell them to just do it and I wonder why I bothered trying to explain

  • @bekabeka71
    @bekabeka71 Před 3 lety +21

    Man you’re so clear when speaking and you’ve a very calm approach

  • @sheltongroup5922
    @sheltongroup5922 Před 3 lety +11

    Finally a relatable video of the everyday life of the construction industry. I own a Landscape company in Chicago and there is definitely similar struggles. Great to see you handling everything so well. Keep the videos coming

    • @lolbots
      @lolbots Před 3 lety

      what's so difficult about landscaping? one of the scams of the modern world

    • @sheltongroup5922
      @sheltongroup5922 Před 3 lety +6

      @@lolbots from a person looking in ABSOLUTELY NOTHING. From a business owner: employees, time lost, scheduling, breakdowns, taxes, safety Healthcare, planning, lack of man power due to the labor force, insurance regulations, taxes, maintaining positive cash flow, estimating and job leads, etc. There is more behind every company than the average person can see. That's why I said the video is RELATABLE. Obviously you can't relate. So don't reply.

  • @tomialagbe739
    @tomialagbe739 Před 3 lety

    Coming back and watching the old videos just goes to show how much can change in almost a year

  • @ainsmas361
    @ainsmas361 Před 2 lety +5

    This is valuable. If you’re an entrepreneurial guy/girl.. this is gold. It’s all well and good listening to tips and tricks.. but to see it in action, wow

  • @TristamMayes
    @TristamMayes Před 3 lety +8

    Finally a construction company that sees the massive potential in making good content, fantastic video.

  • @mcccarpentry6after5
    @mcccarpentry6after5 Před 3 lety +29

    Forget Tony Robbins this video is my go too motivation. I watched it 3 times now. Well done.

  • @kenstondaniel6862
    @kenstondaniel6862 Před 2 lety

    I watched this video when I came out a year ago. That's when I became an instant fan. Really motivates me to keep going. Asheville weekly is now the highlight of my week.

  • @gokarts5923
    @gokarts5923 Před 3 lety +1

    Bro thank you for this ! Really thankful for showing us this man God bless you and your family so much!! It’s amazing what you do man really amazing it’s it something everyone does

  • @Different-Level
    @Different-Level Před 3 lety +69

    Such an inspiring insight, and not to mention such a down to earth individual. I will be just like this guy when I'm older

  • @StrictlyEss
    @StrictlyEss Před 3 lety +16

    So much content in 25 minutes, real hustler.

  • @Engineering-To-Infinity
    @Engineering-To-Infinity Před 3 lety +14

    This guys works more than his employees, this's very motivating

  • @thealaskanbascan6277
    @thealaskanbascan6277 Před 3 lety +3

    Its nice to see the perspective of the owner of the company. I've worked construction before, I understand the CEO a little more now.

  • @TheKing-tl8si
    @TheKing-tl8si Před 3 lety +259

    This guy is a workaholic, organised, OCD. He must get really pissed, if his day don't go according to plan. This guy is waaaaaaay busier than yanni...😜

    • @uptimusprime9876
      @uptimusprime9876 Před 3 lety +27

      I prefer people like this to be honest no nonsense. If you're pissing about on the job you deserve to be carted off. Gotta have serious candidates if you want to get the result you want.

    • @seanmoore4653
      @seanmoore4653 Před 3 lety +8

      Nice organised guy but i bet he's hard to live with lol.

    • @gpierre90
      @gpierre90 Před 3 lety +11

      @Green Mills People think its OCD, Nope, Guy simply knows how to manage his day. He is concerned about safety. Good qualities of Business Management. If people think this is overkill, Watch Ultimate Airport Dubai, You think this guy is hectic, Try working at a busy airport.

    • @HkLY45
      @HkLY45 Před 3 lety

      @Manuel Castro he was cool this entire video. Stop being a baby. You have no idea what it takes to win.

    • @HkLY45
      @HkLY45 Před 3 lety

      @Manuel Castro you make zero sense. Nothing in this video has anything to do with inflation. He's a professional business owner. Show me the time he is unprofessional. I own three companies as well - to get rich you have to get shit done and make sure others do too. Timestamp where he isn't professional.

  • @benyaminpinto6223
    @benyaminpinto6223 Před 3 lety +13

    I got tired just by watching this , and I’m laying on my bed. Respect the drive and hustle 💯

  • @LeemWills
    @LeemWills Před 3 lety +9

    Proud of this brother . Hard work pays off

  • @cyberpunk5334
    @cyberpunk5334 Před 3 lety +4

    First time seeing this watched the whole video im inpressed. The work you do needs RESPECT 🙌🏻💪

  • @Joe20209
    @Joe20209 Před 3 lety +22

    This is honestly the best thing on CZcams. You need to make it a constant thing. The public want to see you on your day to day business.

  • @MiMi-dc9qs
    @MiMi-dc9qs Před 3 lety +37

    Wow, I'm so glad the CZcams algorithm brought me to your channel. I'm also happy to see a successful, Black British businessman out here doing his thing.. so much more relatable. Questions: How did you get started? Do you have a family? A wife?? Can someone in your position ever make time for the latter? Do you ever go on holiday? If yes, how many a year? What are your goals? Objectives? Any days off? I'm so curious. Anyway, stay blessed and thank you all for the great content!

  • @zackrao6834
    @zackrao6834 Před 2 lety +1

    Watching this again and again but today when Daniel arrived at site,me while watching it inside my car,also reach at my construction site . Hope to be like him. 😁

  • @johnelliott9962
    @johnelliott9962 Před 3 lety +2

    It's full on your very dedicated, my cousin was the same he's just sold the business to retire but finding it difficult to switch off never realised what's involved, good luck to you 👍👌