One For The Newbies - How Do They Get Around Taking On Work Above Their Skill Level?

[mattle40]

I think the term "fake it till you make it" fits here. I think we've all done it to a point but you've got to be realistic about things. Know where your talent lies.
I'm competent at joinery, but I wouldn't go build somebody a spiral staircase claiming to be one, although I'd happily hang a door or fit a kitchen.
If you find yourself in the middle of quoting a job and feel you're in too deep, just take a minute to think, then be honest about the options. If that means you lose the job, it's still better than having to rip your work back out.

 

[philrab66]

If you're talking about Geo fixing, then don't even worry about it.
There's only a small percentage of fixers that will take that work on, well if they're experienced! Cos they know it takes a particular skill.
Tbh that kind of work will be a rare request ordinarily.
If u do get one, well what are we here for! 🙂
Look back through the threads, the forums helped loads of guys tackle Geo!

No nothing that complicated, say a herringbone with a border maybe.

 

[Spare Tool]

No nothing that complicated, say a herringbone with a border maybe.

Omg hope my customer don't read this..."mmm border, that'd be nice Andy" 🙂

 

[Dan]

Omg hope my customer don't read this..."mmm border, that'd be nice Andy" 🙂

Even worse "9 years and I'm still winging it" lol

 

[Spare Tool]

Haha...any mods jobs going Dan? 🙂 haha

 

[On one]

Stretch your knowledge and ability but don't overstretch it!
Bit by bit,day by day gain more knowledge and ability,whilst not dropping yourself in the doodah and damaging your reputation.
The saying ''you learn something every day'' is never more apt

 

[Dan]

Haha...any mods jobs going Dan? 🙂 haha

Possibly Looking For Another Moderator

Cant abuse it thought and change "winging" to 'singing' or out. Lol

 

[Spare Tool]

Possibly Looking For Another Moderator

Cant abuse it thought and change "winging" to 'singing' or out. Lol

Haha, does it come with a Trusted Advisor' badge as well 🙂
Ps. I can't sing 😉

 

[Old Mod]

Stretch your knowledge and ability but don't overstretch it!
Bit by bit,day by day gain more knowledge and ability,whilst not dropping yourself in the doodah and damaging your reputation.
The saying ''you learn something every day'' is never more apt

Never a truer word spoken! 😉

 

[Dan]

Haha, does it come with a Trusted Advisor' badge as well 🙂
Ps. I can't sing 😉

Singing is a must!

2k posts minimum and LOADS of good advice before the green goblin spits on you.