Thats what I needed, I'm glad this happened to b the first video i came across. I know what to do and I know what not to do. So now at least because of your video I have an honest introduction n2 the trade. That is and was my problem. What u called it an 'information overload' really can b a deal breaker for the sole fact that u have so much information your brain can't process it as specifically as needed which renders it useless. As humans we learn from experience. Through trial and error. Not by a bunch of words
I know this is an old video but.... With the information overload on the internet, there are a lot of "organizations" that claim you are not a real or truly certified locksmith if you don't join. Some provide great information/education but for a price. Some just charge a lot of money for a cheap patch to sew on your jacket. If you must join to feel better, be choosy.
I hope you respond to this and you don't mind me asking. In order to locksmith in Australia do you need to apprentice for 4 years first?? I see that is on the long term skills list for aus so I am curious about that.
@Tyguy80s That's a very good information mate. What's the entry point for a unskilled guy into this field? It seems like it is a less discussed trade compared to other.
I know it’s an old video but the information still true until today, I’m from Ohio and I have looking to get to the locksmith but I can not find the right program, I took one online courses but was not helpful, any recent?
Your exactly right.. There's a curtain company all over 75% of the videos under basic headings or searches over explaining every single detail back to the 1800s. In an introduction video under search heading understanding rekeying basics lol 6 min video 4 of with commercials and i didn't learn a damn thing but the uber guy doing the splits. On a poll in his sister's gymnastics outfit has as much to do with locks as a tampon commercial during the daytona 500.. Oh an something about pins changed in 1800 and something..
I have a rather unusual question. I have lots of content on RUclips that are really personal. I am planning on breaking into Locksmithing business despite being a complete beginner and gradually build up my website in the process along with my training. Should I mute those videos? But I feel like if I do then I am editing a big part of myself. I keep telling me that as long as I can provide good value to customers that's all that should matter. But could it also be that calls will start whittling down if people are more concerned about my "RUclips personality" than the value I will offer?
Just some rando here so take my advice with a dump truck full of salt, but ... I would advise you to keep your business channel separate from your personal channel so people don't get mixed results if they're looking for something specific and then you don't even have to worry about it :)
i did locksmith school worked for the same company for about 8 months broke my hand was unable to work for month and a half now no locksmith will hire me any advice? FYI i have been doing small jobs word of mouth simple lock outs mostly
Save some money....Start your own company, get an online presence....Instagram, RUclips, google, pay for lead services/advertising etc...Get the word out to your friends and acquaintances that you're a locksmith....Charge like a company, charge well for your services. The whole point of being a locksmith is to be able to work for yourself and make a good living. Employees make peanuts.
Hi I took a course with PEN FOSTER INSTITUTE an obtained mi Diploma. now i'm trying to open the locksmith business on wheels I have purchase a few cutting machines and have been trying to do the work but I believe I still need more to learn what can you suggest me I'm in Massachusetts
I saw that course online. Was it good? Do you have to buy keys and machines so you can practice? Or do you become an apprentice after completing the course?
I am 37 and although my mind keep whispering self-defeating thoughts, I convince myself otherwise. I urge you to do the same. Remember you don't need 10,000 hours to be an expert or anything. You are trying to open doors and rekey people, not be the Leonardo da Vinci of lockpicking overnight! :)
Certifications honestly don't mean a damn thing when everyone can get one... cuts back on BASIC crimes like shimming a door for 800$ or some bullshit, but surly (like any profession or trade) won't keep out bad actors, can even still be done without a license or certification, just lie and charge or use intimidation. Shame things get that way, Good people want to do Good work but get shut down or shut out by lousey half-assed "tradesmen" who don't know anymore or better than the next guy. It's a complicated subject, but nonetheless-- License or Certifications don't make a good locksmith. Time, Effort, Experince and Ethics do.
Before you spend a cent in this industry advertise your services and see how little the work is available The only people making money is the training and tool suppliers. DON’T BELIVE THEIR LIES
I took the old Foley Bellsaw Locksmithing Course many years ago.
Thats what I needed, I'm glad this happened to b the first video i came across. I know what to do and I know what not to do. So now at least because of your video I have an honest introduction n2 the trade. That is and was my problem. What u called it an 'information overload' really can b a deal breaker for the sole fact that u have so much information your brain can't process it as specifically as needed which renders it useless. As humans we learn from experience. Through trial and error. Not by a bunch of words
Appreciate this video. Looking into becoming a locksmith - im from Canada! Cheers
Your videos have helped me out thank you sir.
Plz teach me im a 26 year old father of 3 kids and need this baddd
What state are you in
Thanks Great Video Presentation Very Clear Camera
Great info Mike.Im in Canada and Im Mike the locksmith
I know this is an old video but.... With the information overload on the internet, there are a lot of "organizations" that claim you are not a real or truly certified locksmith if you don't join. Some provide great information/education but for a price. Some just charge a lot of money for a cheap patch to sew on your jacket. If you must join to feel better, be choosy.
Thanks for your videos seriously
Sounds great over there. Need to finish a 4 year apprenticeship for locksmithing in Australia, so much red tape for anything and everything.
I hope you respond to this and you don't mind me asking. In order to locksmith in Australia do you need to apprentice for 4 years first??
I see that is on the long term skills list for aus so I am curious about that.
@Tyguy80s That's a very good information mate. What's the entry point for a unskilled guy into this field? It seems like it is a less discussed trade compared to other.
Thank you very much sir.
I know it’s an old video but the information still true until today, I’m from Ohio and I have looking to get to the locksmith but I can not find the right program, I took one online courses but was not helpful, any recent?
Is this course up to date, the videos are from 3 years ago and then no more recent videos.
I love in California and you need a locksmith licences
I don’t talk to other people about how to be a locksmith cause I’m tired of cleaning up after butchers in the locksmith trade.
Your exactly right..
There's a curtain company all over 75% of the videos under basic headings or searches over explaining every single detail back to the 1800s. In an introduction video under search heading understanding rekeying basics lol
6 min video 4 of with commercials and i didn't learn a damn thing but the uber guy doing the splits. On a poll in his sister's gymnastics outfit has as much to do with locks as a tampon commercial during the daytona 500..
Oh an something about pins changed in 1800 and something..
Do you have any courses in advance auto locksmith
What about in lousiana
I have a rather unusual question. I have lots of content on RUclips that are really personal. I am planning on breaking into Locksmithing business despite being a complete beginner and gradually build up my website in the process along with my training. Should I mute those videos? But I feel like if I do then I am editing a big part of myself.
I keep telling me that as long as I can provide good value to customers that's all that should matter. But could it also be that calls will start whittling down if people are more concerned about my "RUclips personality" than the value I will offer?
Just some rando here so take my advice with a dump truck full of salt, but ...
I would advise you to keep your business channel separate from your personal channel so people don't get mixed results if they're looking for something specific and then you don't even have to worry about it :)
Hi mike,
Are you still doing this?
i did locksmith school worked for the same company for about 8 months broke my hand was unable to work for month and a half now no locksmith will hire me any advice? FYI i have been doing small jobs word of mouth simple lock outs mostly
Save some money....Start your own company, get an online presence....Instagram, RUclips, google, pay for lead services/advertising etc...Get the word out to your friends and acquaintances that you're a locksmith....Charge like a company, charge well for your services. The whole point of being a locksmith is to be able to work for yourself and make a good living. Employees make peanuts.
Hi I took a course with PEN FOSTER INSTITUTE an obtained mi Diploma. now i'm trying to open the locksmith business on wheels I have purchase a few cutting machines and have been trying to do the work but I believe I still need more to learn what can you suggest me I'm in Massachusetts
I saw that course online. Was it good? Do you have to buy keys and machines so you can practice? Or do you become an apprentice after completing the course?
I just want to be an automotive locksmith. Do you have a course for that.?
zico falcao do you only want to work on lock outs or do key programming and stuff?
sir I wanted become a locksmith bt how can i learn ?pls tell me how to
What state do you live in? I need a mentor to ride around with!!
Las vegas?
@@dandyman251 I don't remember there ever being a state named las vegas
In Washington State?
Im blind and would love to be a locksmith! Can i?
I am legally blind. I have owned and operated Assured Locksmithing in Syracuse in. For over 10 yrats!
@@Pofbc1 WOW!!!!
Is there a age limit on learning to be a locksmith? I'm 49 and want to get into it.
I am 37 and although my mind keep whispering self-defeating thoughts, I convince myself otherwise. I urge you to do the same. Remember you don't need 10,000 hours to be an expert or anything. You are trying to open doors and rekey people, not be the Leonardo da Vinci of lockpicking overnight! :)
You can you a bump key
You do need certified in MANY STATES.
Only 12, and DC.
@@ClearAdventure lmao
Certifications honestly don't mean a damn thing when everyone can get one... cuts back on BASIC crimes like shimming a door for 800$ or some bullshit, but surly (like any profession or trade) won't keep out bad actors, can even still be done without a license or certification, just lie and charge or use intimidation.
Shame things get that way, Good people want to do Good work but get shut down or shut out by lousey half-assed "tradesmen" who don't know anymore or better than the next guy.
It's a complicated subject, but nonetheless-- License or Certifications don't make a good locksmith. Time, Effort, Experince and Ethics do.
Hello, are there women locksmiths?
What about someone living in Europe?
You still doing this?
Hi mike,
Are you still doing this. Is your website still active?
Mike passed away, but I believe his wife and son are still providing training
You spent most of the video talking about yourself than what the title entails.
Before you spend a cent in this industry advertise your services and see how little the work is available
The only people making money is the training and tool suppliers. DON’T BELIVE THEIR LIES
Sorry you believe that. I've been a locksmith for 21 years, thanks to Mike. I've made a great living.