How Handy Johnson Built His Business, One Wall at a Time

Johnson, the plasterer behind Handy Johnson, knows the value of flexibility and family support in building a business. He started the plastering business with his wife after deciding it was time to step out on his own. Having worked in construction for years, Johnson was drawn to the industry for its flexibility and the security that comes from always having homes and businesses needing work.

ServiceSeeking has played a big role in helping Handy Johnson grow. “I was able to transition from working for a company to working for myself,” Johnson shares. By providing quality leads, the platform has made finding clients simple and consistent, allowing him to respond quickly and build trust with homeowners who need plastering done well and on time.

“It’s a very easy-to-use platform,” Johnson says, and with a phone and a computer, he can manage quotes, jobs, and follow-ups, keeping the business running efficiently without losing sight of what matters most.

Like many small business owners, Johnson says admin work can be frustrating, but he deals with it by staying organised and keeping clear records. “Take photos and keep documents,” he advises, a lesson learned from past setbacks that helps protect both his business and his clients.

During quiet weeks, he keeps looking for more work, but he’s also learned to balance this by taking days off when needed, spending time with his family, who he says give him the support he needs during tough times.

A job well done is its own reward, but some moments stand out. Johnson recalls one customer who was so pleased with the plastering work that he not only paid the invoice but also gave Johnson lemons from his tree—a simple gesture that reflects the trust and appreciation Handy Johnson aims to build with every job.

In the next five years, Johnson hopes to grow a team while letting the business expand at its own natural pace. For him, success is measured by profit, but it’s also in delivering quality work that keeps clients happy and coming back when they need more help.

When asked what he wishes he’d known at the start, Johnson keeps it simple: “I will get there.” It’s a mindset that has served him well as he continues to build Handy Johnson, one plastering job at a time, proving that with quality work, clear communication, and family support, growing a small business is possible.