How do I know which handyman clients I should prioritize long-term?

Q: How do I know which handyman clients I should prioritize long-term?

Direct answer: Prioritize clients who are easy to work with, pay on time, communicate clearly, and send repeat work. These relationships are worth more than one-off big jobs with difficult people. Practical steps Clarify the target: Define the outcome you want from this step. Start small: Build savings over time—$25/week adds up fast. Track everything: Know your real overhead so your target reserve is grounded in facts. Next step: Set aside a fixed amount weekly until you reach one month of operating expenses.

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Accepted Answer

Direct answer: Prioritize clients who are easy to work with, pay on time, communicate clearly, and send repeat work. These relationships are worth more than one-off big jobs with difficult people.

Practical steps

Clarify the target: Define the outcome you want from this step.
Start small: Build savings over time—$25/week adds up fast.
Track everything: Know your real overhead so your target reserve is grounded in facts.

Next step: Set aside a fixed amount weekly until you reach one month of operating expenses.