Record Date: June 17, 2024
Guests: Sue Lueder & John T. Reese
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About our Guests
Sue Lueder is the host of this podcast and this time also a guest. She has a love of old Craftsman homes but sometimes forgets how much extra work they can be. She can be found at https://www.linkedin.com/in/suelue/
Main Takeaways from this Episode
Set boundaries with home improvement contractors: Home improvement projects can be a source of many lessons learned. Although it’s not possible to prevent every mishap, you can establish clear boundaries and expectations with home workers before they start the work, preventing future conflicts. Build rapport and good communication with tradespeople, especially when they do repeat work.
Know what projects might require expert help: It can be tempting to save money and time by putting on your toolbelt and solving problems yourself. But some projects require domain knowledge to avoid costly or smelly mistakes. Here are some resources to help in case of future situations
Prioritize your todo list: It’s incredibly easy to get busy with the fun stuff in our lives and kick tedious or complicated projects down the road. Find a productivity system to help you tackle those todo lists and reward yourself when you cross things off. John’s shared Getting Things Done in previous episodes, and one of Sue’s favorites is Bullet Journaling, which adds a bit of visual flair to your system. There are many great options and guides out there.
Find partners, not just experts: Sometimes you might want to 100% outsource a project and wipe your hands of it, but if the solution is something you might need again or you need to own ongoing maintenance, find solution providers that are willing to share their expertise with you. Search reviews for signs that these providers do more than just services rendered. These are review quotes for the pest service provider Talos from the Rat Invasion story:
“I felt like all of my questions and concerns were thoroughly addressed…”
“He also asked if there were any specific areas or instructions and listened attentively as I walked the areas with him. Very polite, professional, and diligent at his work”
“Their tradesmen process great knowledge of their subject matter and are willing to share.”
Additional info and wildlife cam pictures can be found in Sues Rat Invasion Hindsight Retro
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