Abit of a contraversial question, but, one that is worthy of an answer. There are many, many thousands of cleaners in the Uk working day and night, but only a small fraction of that amount find time to frequent forums such as this (are they the stupid ones or are we for doing it)!! Only about 450 of the 11,500 registered members ever come back and post, many just look, so it's down to the same old people posting away time and time again, asking and answering the same old questions. So, my question, are we/you the daft ones, do you come on here because you feel lonely and insecure, do you need reassurance all the time from other carpet cleaners or do you have nothing better to do?? With all the belittling of new members I am confident that the lack of postings by 'new' members are due to the older ones raising their guard, wanting to protect their status....So why do you bother??
I like many others on here use this forum to educate ourselves and others on the carpet cleaning industry.
I came on here as a newby! I knew very little about the carpet cleaning world but have learnt a great deal from reading previous posts and contributing in discussions and asking questions. Also by being in regular or occasional contact with more established members!
I now enjoy reading posts and replying to the odd one I fee i can constructively contribute to with my limited knowledge. I know there are more vastly experienced viewers of this site that know a great deal more than myself but prefer to stay silent for one reason or another.
Call me sad or what I dont care, my missus thinks its sad I'm so interested in my chosen profession but there you go, I think eastenders and coronation street is sad, at least i learn stuff on here.
Best wishes all,
Jason.