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    The scr@p metal business is booming but pretty much tied up in this country now by the likes of EMR and Simms metal, who do direct export, so supply to them is a steady income but no room for expansion, so time to look elswhere again.
    Confusion is a natural state of being

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      Originally posted by Diver View Post
      The scr@p metal business is booming but pretty much tied up in this country now by the likes of EMR and Simms metal, who do direct export, so supply to them is a steady income but no room for expansion, so time to look elswhere again.
      I see. I don't really know much about it... I've weighed a couple of nicked JCBs in, but that's about it...
      The squint, the cocked eye and clenched first are the cornerstones of all Merseyside communication from birth to grave

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        Originally posted by EqualOpportunities View Post
        I hadn't realised that you could actually make any money in traditional Tech Supp for the masses.
        Not vast amounts, but suppliers require backup for their customers.
        The profit margin is thin but volume is the key to making a decent and steady profit/income.
        Confusion is a natural state of being

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          Originally posted by Diver View Post
          Not vast amounts, but suppliers require backup for their customers.
          The profit margin is thin but volume is the key to making a decent and steady profit/income.
          I see.
          The squint, the cocked eye and clenched first are the cornerstones of all Merseyside communication from birth to grave

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            a lot of end users haven't a clue past pressing the on switch and clicking the mouse.
            A lot of corner shops and small businesses now rely on IT, and small training seminars can bring in money too (with little outlay)
            Confusion is a natural state of being

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              Originally posted by Diver View Post
              a lot of end users haven't a clue past pressing the on switch and clicking the mouse.
              A lot of corner shops and small businesses now rely on IT, and small training seminars can bring in money too (with little outlay)
              TBH mate, I wouldn't know where to start... I like to think I have a degree of common sense, but have very little business acumen.
              The squint, the cocked eye and clenched first are the cornerstones of all Merseyside communication from birth to grave

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                I am surprised that more contractors don't get a finger in the home user pie for when they are on the bench.
                at the end of the day, a card in a shop window or a small ad in the paper can bring in the bread and butter
                Confusion is a natural state of being

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                  Originally posted by EqualOpportunities View Post
                  TBH mate, I wouldn't know where to start... I like to think I have a degree of common sense, but have very little business acumen.
                  A lot of little is still a lot.
                  Business 101
                  Confusion is a natural state of being

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                    Originally posted by Diver View Post
                    I am surprised that more contractors don't get a finger in the home user pie for when they are on the bench.
                    at the end of the day, a card in a shop window or a small ad in the paper can bring in the bread and butter
                    I'm not enquiring as to the state of your finances, please don't think I am - but, realistically, how much can one make out of, for example, having a card in the local Co-op or something. The reason for my enquiry is that I work 4 on 4 off, so have a lot of spare time...
                    The squint, the cocked eye and clenched first are the cornerstones of all Merseyside communication from birth to grave

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                      I am starting to get a little tired now so it will be off to bed soon
                      Confusion is a natural state of being

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