- Thu Oct 13, 2022 9:59 am
#15657
I am making the transition from upholstery as a 'hobby' to upholstery as a 'retirement income'. I secured my first 'job' yesterday - re-making a set of bow cushions for a 21 foot bowrider (4 pieces). The job is pretty straight forward, which is good to start in on vs. something big.
I have quoted about 5-6 jobs so far, but this one is the first to accept the quote and give be the cushions and deposit $$$. So, far it seems like there are a fair number of inquiries, but few actually pan out. Still early to tell.
I am specializing in boat upholstery, as that is what I know (so far). The work is very seasonal in the Northeast, as folks look to get work done over the winter, so the fall months are busy with quoting.
I am using a spreadsheet to estimate time & materials, based on my experience as a 'hobbyist', and I am giving fixed price quotes within a defined scope.
Looking for any advice or words of experience at this point . . . also wondering about what is typical for a hit rate of 'quotes' vs 'jobs'.
I have quoted about 5-6 jobs so far, but this one is the first to accept the quote and give be the cushions and deposit $$$. So, far it seems like there are a fair number of inquiries, but few actually pan out. Still early to tell.
I am specializing in boat upholstery, as that is what I know (so far). The work is very seasonal in the Northeast, as folks look to get work done over the winter, so the fall months are busy with quoting.
I am using a spreadsheet to estimate time & materials, based on my experience as a 'hobbyist', and I am giving fixed price quotes within a defined scope.
Looking for any advice or words of experience at this point . . . also wondering about what is typical for a hit rate of 'quotes' vs 'jobs'.
Regards,
TedP
Consew 206RB-4
TedP
Consew 206RB-4