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• ‘Hints and Tips for the Practical Plumber’, a unique and essential guide for plumbers to help them turn their plumbing skills into a thriving plumbing business
• The book is now available through Amazon and Troubadour
• Launch offer costs just £16.99 for the printed version with 15% saving via www.Troubador.co.uk

London – 23 October, 2013 – Jo Lawrence, single mum, entrepreneur and founder of Pink Plumbers, announced today the launch of her new book, entitled: ‘Hints and Tips for the Practical Plumber’. The book is designed to help plumbers navigate through the difficulty of setting up their own plumbing business and to help plumbing students qualify.

Drawing on over 9 years of experience working as a plumber, Jo Lawrence’s insights and practical tips ensure that the transition to the real world of plumbing is a pain free and positive step. Having recognised that there is an entrepreneurial desire for many plumbers of all ages, and that there is a lack of access to the right support to get started, Jo is determined to help this desire become reality. That is why ‘Hints and Tips’ is the must-have book to help plumbers get the confidence to get out there and turn their plumbing skills into a thriving business.

The book is split into two sections. The first covers everything you need to know to start a plumbing business from how to cost a job, how to invoice and how to deal with customers – even when they are unhappy. The second provides a range of useful plumbing tips that could prove a godsend to help a student get qualified and to help a newly qualified plumber handle something unexpected.

Although written by a female plumber, the book is designed to help plumbers of both genders.

Helping people realise their dreams
Independent research published by Pink Plumbers shows that two out of three people (63%) want to be their own boss. The figure rises to almost three quarters (72%) for women between the ages of 35-44 – some 13% higher than men of the same age (59%).

The research was carried out by One Poll and captures responses from 2000 UK adults. In fact, the results indicate that 47% of women and 49 % of men between the ages of 18-24 and 70% of women and 61% of men aged over 55 would rather be their own boss.

Available now with special launch offer
Whether you are a plumber who plans to set up your own business, a plumbing student, an apprentice, or  just considering entering the trade – this book has been designed with your needs in mind.

Available through Troubador.co.uk ; Amazon http://amzn.to/17dsX2B and all good book stores, “Hints and Tips” Retails for £19.99; and £12.99 on eBooks.

You can now save 15% on the first 300 books purchased via Troubador http://bit.ly/16mOmTu using the code LAUNCH and buy the printed version for only £16.99.

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About Pink Plumbers
Pink Plumbers is a national brand delivered locally by qualified female plumbers.  It provides a wide range of professional, affordable and quality plumbing services. Pink Plumbers offers female plumbers the opportunity to establish themselves as licensees and run their independent business under the Pink Plumbers brand with support. Pink Plumbers’ values for honesty, reliability and respect make them leaders in a fast growing network of female plumbers.

To Contact Jo:

Jo Lawrence, 8 Beechwood Avenue, Chorleywood, Herts, WD3 5RL
E: jo@pinkplumbers.com
M: 07768 596180
T: 01923 283421 / 01494 411091
W: http://www.jolawrence.pinkplumbers.com/

• ‘Hints and Tips for the Practical Plumber’, a unique and essential guide for plumbers to help them turn their plumbing skills into a thriving plumbing business
• The book is now available through Amazon and Troubadour
• Launch offer costs just £16.99 for the printed version with 15% saving via www.Troubador.co.uk

London – 23 October, 2013 – Jo Lawrence, founder of Pink Plumbers, announced today the launch of her new book entitled: ‘Hints and Tips for the Practical Plumber’. The book is designed to help plumbers navigate through the difficulty of setting up their own plumbing business and to help plumbing students to reinforce what they have learnt at college.

Drawing on over 9 years of experience working as a plumber, Jo Lawrence’s insights and practical tips ensure that the transition to the real world of plumbing is a pain free and positive step. Having recognised that there is an entrepreneurial desire for many plumbers of all ages, and that there is a lack of access to the right support to get started, Jo is determined to help this desire become reality. That is why, ‘Hints and Tips’ is the must-have book to help plumbers get the confidence to get out there and turn their plumbing skills into a thriving business.

The book is split into two sections. The first covers everything you need to know to start a plumbing business from how to cost a job, how to invoice and how to deal with customers – even when they are unhappy. The second provides a range of useful plumbing tips that could prove a godsend to help a student get qualified and to help a newly qualified plumber handle something unexpected.

Although written by a female plumber, the book is designed to help plumbers of both genders.

Helping people realise their dreams
Independent research published by Pink Plumbers shows that two out of three people (63%) want to be their own boss.

The research was carried out by One Poll and captures responses from 2000 UK adults. In fact, the results indicate that 47% of women and 49 % of men between the ages of 18-24 and 70% of women and 61% of men aged over 55 would rather be their own boss.

Jo Lawrence, author of ‘Hints and Tips’, said: “Starting a business is a daunting prospect in the boom times, let alone in the current economic climate. Having experienced the process of setting up my own business, I know that there are so many pitfalls waiting to catch out a new business owner and it only takes one mistake to break a business before its had time to build up a customer base and financial reserves.

Available now with special launch offer
Whether you are a plumber who plans to set up your own business, a plumbing student, an apprentice, or  just considering entering the trade– this book has been designed with your needs in mind.

Available through Troubador.co.uk ; Amazon http://amzn.to/17dsX2B  and all good book stores, “Hints and Tips” Retails for £19.99; and £12.99 on eBooks.

You can now save 15% on the first 300 books purchased via Troubador http://bit.ly/16mOmTu using the code LAUNCH and buy the printed version for only £16.99.

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About Pink Plumbers
Pink Plumbers is a national brand delivered locally by qualified female plumbers.  It provides a wide range of professional, affordable and quality plumbing services. Pink Plumbers offers female plumbers the opportunity to establish themselves as licensees and run their independent business under the Pink Plumbers brand with support. Pink Plumbers’ values for honesty, reliability and respect make them leaders in a fast growing network of female plumbers.

To Contact Jo:
Jo Lawrence, 8 Beechwood Avenue, Chorleywood, Herts, WD3 5RL
E: jo@pinkplumbers.com
M: 07768 596180
T: 01923 283421 / 01494 411091
W: http://www.jolawrence.pinkplumbers.com/

• More women (66%) than men (60%) want to be an entrepreneur
• Almost three quarters of women aged 35-44 want to run their own business
• Entrepreneurial spirit alive and well if we nurture it

London – August 16, 2013 New independent research published today by Pink Plumbers, a national brand delivered locally by qualified female plumbers, shows that almost two out of three people (63%) want to be their own boss. In fact women have more desire to be their own boss (66%) than men (60%).The figure rises to almost three quarters (72%) for women between the ages of 35-44 – some 13% higher than men of the same age (59%).

The research was carried out in May by One Poll and captures responses from 2000 UK adults. It shows that this entrepreneurial desire seems to run throughout all age groups. In fact, the results indicate that 47% of women and 49 % of men between the ages of 18-24 and 70% of women and 61% of men aged over 55 would rather be their own boss.

One in five adults (20%) want to stay in their current job but even fewer (17%) would go and work for someone else. So it’s official, the best boss seems to be yourself.

Helping people realise their dreams
However, starting a business is a daunting prospect in boom times, let alone in the current economic climate and most budding entrepreneurs out there don’t always have the necessary support to get started.

Jo Lawrence, single mum, entrepreneur and successful plumber, is determined to help plumbers – especially women – to set up their own local plumbing business. Having recognised that there is currently a gap between women completing their training in college and actually operating as plumbers, Jo is determined to make it easier for women wanting to go into the trade by providing them with the necessary support and confidence needed to get out there and just do it. As a result she has created a new licence hybrid franchise model which gives entrepreneurs the support they need to get started without the costs usually associated with buying a franchise.

Research show consumers want more female plumbers
When asked if more women should be working as plumbers, a whopping 86% of women think there should be more women working as plumbers. Even though this industry is male dominated, surprisingly 69% of men also think there should be more women working in the trade.

Inspiring plumbers of the future
Apart from setting up her Pink Plumbers franchise, Jo has also been proactive in organising a series of College Roadshows across UK where she has been speaking to young students about her own experiences as a plumber and what to expect when entering the real world of plumbing. Her aim is to inspire students to believe in themselves and believe that becoming their own boss is really possible.

To also help students and plumbers get started, Jo will be publishing a book called ‘Hints and Tips for the Practical Plumber’, a unique and essential guide to help them turn their plumbing skills into a thriving plumbing business. This insightful and practical guide is designed to provide business as well as plumbing tips to help plumbers navigate through the difficulty of setting up on their own. The book will be launched in September and will be available for purchase online at www.amazon.co.uk

Any woman inspired by Jo Lawrence who would like to know more about the opportunities to become a Pink Plumber, can contact her on jo@pinkplumbers.co.uk

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About Pink Plumbers
Pink Plumbers is a national brand delivered locally by qualified female plumbers.  It provides a wide range of professional, affordable and quality plumbing services. Pink Plumbers offers female plumbers the opportunity to establish themselves as licensees and run their independent business under the Pink Plumbers brand with support. Pink Plumbers’ values for honesty, reliability and respect make them leaders in a fast growing network of female plumbers. 

London  – June 11, 2013 – Jo Lawrence – founder of Pink Plumbers – saw her dream of creating a national female-only plumbing brand become reality today by the signing of the first Pink Plumbers licensee, Gemma Lawrence-Davis, who will trade under the Pink Plumbers brand in the Aylesbury area.

Jo is on a mission to help other female plumbers set up their own business and realise their dreams by providing them with the necessary support. She has therefore created a low-cost route to help them set up their own business under the Pink Plumbers label.

Any woman inspired by Jo Lawrence and who would like to know more about the opportunities to become a Pink Plumber, or would like to speak to Jo please contact Setareh Bidar at setareh@onva.co.uk

Gemma Lawrence-Davis (left) and Jo Lawrence (right) celebrating

Jo Lawrence, the founder of Pink Plumbers, with her Pink Plumbers van

Gemma, the first Pink Plumbers Licensee,
fitting a bathroom for a client

Gemma with her Pink Plumbers Van

Aylesbury – June 3, 2013 – Today Pink Plumbers, a national brand delivered locally by qualified female plumbers, launches its operation in Bucks & Berks under the expertise of Gemma Lawrence-Davis. With its headquarters in Aylesbury, Pink Plumbers will aim to service that town and surrounding areas of up to 35 miles away.

Plumbing into the pulse of the nation – with a focus on Buckinghamshire & Berkshire

An independent report of over a 1,000 UK households published by Pink Plumbers shows that Britain no longer expects or wants a man to do their dirty work but would rather have a choice of a male or female tradesperson.

When asked what gender they would prefer to fix their plumbing issues, a whopping 86% of women would rather choose a woman or at least have a choice of a woman as a plumber. Only a paltry 14% specifically chose a man for what has traditionally been considered ‘man’s work’.

“Inspiration!”

Having worked within the fitness industry for many years and knowing that she never wanted to sit behind a desk all day long, Gemma’s inspiration came after helping a relative fit her bathroom. Since that day she has worked hard to secure her qualifications and experience and now hopes to fit bathrooms and fix plumbing issues all over the Bucks & Berks region.

Any woman inspired by Gemma or more importantly needs her expertise to fix a plumbing issue can contact her on gemma@pinkplumbers.co.uk

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About Pink Plumbers

Pink Plumbers is a national brand delivered locally by qualified female plumbers.  It provides a wide range of professional, affordable and quality plumbing services. Pink Plumbers offers female plumbers the opportunity to establish themselves as licensees and run their independent business under the Pink Plumbers brand with support. Pink Plumbers’ values for honesty, reliability and respect make them leaders in a fast growing network of female plumbers.

Services provided by Pink Plumbers:

• Small jobs – including taps, ball valves and stopcocks
• Leaks and drips
• Cylinders, tanks, immersions and thermostats
• Outside taps
• Toilets, basins, showers, bidets and baths
• Sink replacements
• Air locks
• Heating pumps
• Radiator valves
• Washing machine / dishwasher installations
• Silicone seals
• Pipework installations / alterations
• Utility and cloakroom installations

London – May 17, 2012 – An independent report of over a 1,000 UK households published today by Pink Plumbers shows that Britain no longer expects or wants a man to do their dirty work but would rather have a choice of a male or female tradesperson. Furthermore, in a double dip recession the report also provides signs of hope to all entrepreneurs looking to set up a business.

Plumbing into the pulse of the nation

When asked what gender they would prefer to fix their plumbing issues, a whopping 86% of women would rather choose a woman or at least have a choice of a woman as a plumber. Only a paltry 14% specifically chose a man for what has traditionally been considered ‘man’s work’.

Big brands a turn off

The respondents from around the UK were also asked which type of plumbing business they would trust the most to do a good job. The results indicate that a small company supported by a recognisable brand would be trusted the most with 50% of people scoring four or five on a scale of one to five. Sole traders ranked second and big companies were the least trusted with just 29% scoring four or five.

Any woman inspired by Jo Lawrence who would like to know more about the opportunities to become a Pink Plumber, can contact her on jo@pinkplumbers.co.uk

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About Pink Plumbers

Pink Plumbers is a national brand delivered locally by qualified female plumbers.  It provides a wide range of professional, affordable and quality plumbing services. Pink Plumbers offers female plumbers the opportunity to establish themselves as licensees and run their independent business under the Pink Plumbers brand with support. Pink Plumbers’ values for honesty, reliability and respect make them leaders in a fast growing network of female plumbers.