I love storytime with James!

@JamesButlerWellAndSepticLife

Жыл бұрын

Thank you

@deepsleep7822

Жыл бұрын

A new channel, “Story time with James”

@jimremington716

Жыл бұрын

@@deepsleep7822 Go for it James

@JamesButlerWellAndSepticLife

Жыл бұрын

Its going to get better, we are launching a story channel that is nothing but osha stories.

@Bunkerhillburning

Жыл бұрын

@@JamesButlerWellAndSepticLife Looking forward to that! The safety problems at my place of work are so bad the FTA is involved. What a scene. Fed recently rejected the safety updates and informed organization ' New safety plan or no access to the ROW / Right of Way '. Impossible to run a subway system without access to ROW. Some workers really give a damn about safety and some...well, not at all.

If a friend owns a business, I pay them in full to support said business. I cannot be friends with someone so entitled. Well said good sir!

@James-yz4gw

Жыл бұрын

Yeah same. They're professionals; when I'm using their service, I'm a customer. End of story. Keeps things from getting weird if something goes wrong and sets expectations for appropriate service as well.

@RobChapala

Жыл бұрын

Man, ive got a few buddies with small businesses...i do the same, we mostly support each other. But one guy charges top dollar for his stuff, and expects everyone else to work for free for him, like our time is worthless compared to his (he's a glass blower)

@mattd6931

Жыл бұрын

My best friend is a graphic artist, he's done several things for me, free of charge. However, I've ALWAYS offered to pay him (at his market rate) for his work. Because his work IS valuable. He's done covers for a best selling author on several occasions, he's done websites for best sellers etc. I am not going to disrespect him, or his time, by expecting work for free.

@cwalenta656

Жыл бұрын

Exactly because at the end of the day you pay your way. You shouldn't want it for free.

@petergibbons466

Жыл бұрын

​@@RobChapala 😊😊😊😊

"say hi to your sister for me" absolute savage, I love it.

Well, damn. That was a whole life lesson roled up in a nice story. "I'm not bitter. I'm paid" was the best finisher.

@JamesButlerWellAndSepticLife

Жыл бұрын

thank you

@goosenotmaverick1156

Жыл бұрын

​@@JamesButlerWellAndSepticLife with such a straight face, too, I would have laughed too hard trying to say that. That was an EPIC story. Always great, keep em coming, and keep making that money!

@velzun8075

10 ай бұрын

When is "Im not bitter, im paid" going on a shirt?@@JamesButlerWellAndSepticLife

@the_expidition427

10 ай бұрын

Saving this

@James-yp5dn

9 ай бұрын

@@JamesButlerWellAndSepticLife James I've been watching your videos for some time now and I kind of thought you were dick but I like you now I kind of understand where you come from and I love your style don't change keep being you brother 😂👍💪 I think you'd make a great boss or bondsman if I ever needed 🤑🤑🤑

Real friends pay full price and consistently promote your business. Acquaintances want freebies. Keep up the hustle.

@Tagerrun

Жыл бұрын

I mean it depends on his situation and if he’s got the money for it. I’ll accept labor in return or beer.

@dindjarin559

Жыл бұрын

I agree. Real friends want to see your dreams come to fruition and see you succeed. They won't do things like ask you to financially cut your own throat any for them or anybody else. Everyone else doesn't, bluntly.

@goosenotmaverick1156

Жыл бұрын

Precisely!

@thecursed01

Жыл бұрын

@@Tagerrun difference is also: is it a home he wants to live in or like i the story, one he wants to make profit with. first one might get a friendship discount/help. but when he wants to work on a house to sell and make profit then it's business

@Tagerrun

Жыл бұрын

@@thecursed01 yeah that’s kinda the distinction I was making just didn’t have the time to really get into it. Although even in the second situation if he’s already losing money on it and is willing to do some labor for me because he doesn’t have the funds I could probably work it out. All depends on the person asking and if they are a shit head or not like the idiot in the story.

James, I have a story for you. I was a professional mechanic for 10 years. made TONS of "friends" who were customers. I left the field, and now work in a warehouse as a forklift driver for double the pay as I was making. 95% of my co workers know my past. Since I have been out of the field... not a single "friend" has contacted me even once. However, my co workers... when they need auto work, and I give them a price... after the work is completed at my house, they pay me the price I give them, no questions asked, and MOST of them toss me more. For example.... I charged a co worker $100 for brakes, he was quoted 300 in a shop. He paid me the 100, and put a $50 in my pocket and said "I'm paying you for your skill, not trying to get a discount, see you tomorrow pal"..... I completely get what your message is here.

@cornfarts

Жыл бұрын

I love this story

@tkan9741

Жыл бұрын

That’s somebody that appreciates you for your integrity and for your skill he trusts you even if you charged the same

@MrEski22

10 ай бұрын

I have a few friends that run their own businesses and when I need their services I pay them the regular rate. I've been offered discounts and free work. I like to see my friends succeed so I prefer to pay them the regular rate.

@ToaastyKoyote

10 ай бұрын

You’re a real bro

@willyluciano9036

9 ай бұрын

I'm a mechanic as well, and I do Autoglass. I remember one time doing one for my uncle and godfather, gave him a price usually made sure to make around 20 bucks an hour for family quoted him for that I think around 200 bucks. He lives a couple hours away so he did see what safelite would charge first. Anyway, comes down, brings me beer, do the work, he hands me a little over 300 says, well that's what safelite quoted so... Anyway, I do still give friend and family discounts. Except, however, if someone has the audacity to ask for/about it. This system seems to work okay for me as most people in my life that qualify, give extra anyway and will help me out the same. Little bro recently helped hang a door in my house, don't know what a pot would charge but he didn't, I just bought the beer. Couple weeks later, inspected his car and put endlinks on it, charged him nothing, so he bought me a case of beer, and my bosses case of beer (I can sticker cars on weekends using his facility for a that price, er, of course for family and personal friends if I started jacking normal customers I don't think the privilege would last lol)

For my wedding, I wanted to hire only people I knew on a personal level to work. And I paid every single one of them full price. I never asked for or even expected a discount. They were providing a service I needed, and I was just happy that I could take the opportunity to support a friends business.

@johnschlottman619

Жыл бұрын

...and you'll remember forever the pride you feel at doing things that way. Vs. "I was a cheapskate at my own wedding" probably equals whatever the PC translation is of "chronic trailer trash".

@fk319fk

Жыл бұрын

We have a lady who used to work for the paper and took pictures both for the paper and the local team's photos. My youngest had a significant event, and we invited her. There was a light lunch afterward. As we talked, she indicated how many people "invited her" to take pictures. She indicated that if a picture is printed, she makes $10-$20 for it. I did feel bad that I had just done the same and did offer to composite her, but as she explained, I have gotten several pictures from her for each of my kids every year. And at this particular event, she would have come just because of seeing him for many years and watching him grow. Yes, it is great to share significant events with your friends and let them do what they like to do.

"I'm not bitter, I'm paid" I love that

@artbrann

Жыл бұрын

it NEEDS to be a shirt

@gkcl1

Жыл бұрын

@@artbrann 100% I would buy that

@JamesButlerWellAndSepticLife

Жыл бұрын

That shirt is being designed now

@JamesButlerWellAndSepticLife

Жыл бұрын

Being designed now

@jimremington716

Жыл бұрын

@@gkcl1 I usually don't fall for "Merch" but I agree that would be one I'd defiantly buy.

I stopped giving rides and pretty much doing errands and all my 'friends' stopped associating with me. At that point, I laughed long and hard. 3 years later when I hit 21 before anyone else in that group, I received a phone call on my BIRTHDAY asking me to buy them booze. No happy birthday, no how are you, nothing. I hung up, blocked their number then called their parents asking them why their son was calling me for booze when hes got an older brother.

A successful businessman once said, "You must make money on you friends and family because your enemies won't trade with you".

I have friends and family who are business owners. A true friend never takes advantage and expects a discount. You pay in full to support that friend. My friend Mark was homeless and kicked out his house at 18. My wife and I let him stay with us until he got on his feet. He started as a cook at a bar and grill. 10 years later, he owned the place. When we go there for dinner, he refuses to let us pay. So what we do is leave a tip in the amount of the bill for the staff + 20% for the waiter or waitress.

Dude. I can’t begin to express how happy this story makes me. I’m so freaking proud of you. No cap. Please make a t-shirt that says “I’m not bitter. I’m paid.” I want that shirt.

@JamesButlerWellAndSepticLife

Жыл бұрын

we are working on designing it now.

@goosenotmaverick1156

Жыл бұрын

I'd wear the shit outta that 😂

@velzun8075

Жыл бұрын

​@@JamesButlerWellAndSepticLifeI need that

Excellent. As someone who got bullied in school myself, I really enjoyed this episode.

@elliotkane4443

Жыл бұрын

Wasn't everyone bullied at school? I watch my back around people who hold onto such petty grudges for so long.

@sierraj7480

Жыл бұрын

@@elliotkane4443i know a few people that were never bullied. Someone tried to bully one. It didnt go well 😂

In my mid 20s I tested this theory about friends. Im now a 36 year old man who spends an incredible amount of time with my wife and kids now.

@Nellosphere

Жыл бұрын

Friends are the people that try and stay in contact with you. When you reach out they shake hands back with you. The people that you converse with and don't need a damn thing from you except your attention.

@ArmadisRock

Жыл бұрын

And as such I only have like... 3 friends nowdays

@Kharnellius

Жыл бұрын

A few friends is way better than a boat load of Derricks. A good friend is worth their weight in gold.

Awesome story, James. I'm a carpenter of 34 yrs. People are constantly wanting their shit fixed. Doors won't close,my roof leaks,I need a fence,blah blah blah. I've found it best to just not have friends

@geddon436

Жыл бұрын

I wish I would have learned that lesson years ago.

@MonkeyJedi99

Жыл бұрын

I knew a carpenter whose life mantra was "Don't work for friends or relatives." Apparently he had done that once, and in addition to being yelled at for daring to charge money, he kept getting called back over and over to "fix his work" and it ended up being NEW things that needed fixing. By the time I met him, he had severed contact with his parents over that.

I just called a friend for some work to be done. My first words to him was "I'm not looking for a deal, I'm hiring you because i know you won't screw me". He knows that i am truly not looking for a break. I like the work he does and am honored to have him do some work for me. We need to support the little guy and gal.

A friend is never charged BUT insists on paying double and gives it to the workers. That is what I was taught by my parents. We owned 3 businesses and knew a ton of other business owners all over in 2 states.

It’s convenient how he suddenly forgot how he actually treated you when it comes to getting a discount.

@MonkeyJedi99

Жыл бұрын

He was probably delusional about that the entire time he was terrorizing James in school. "Hey Derrick, who's that nerd you just beat up?" - "Oh, that's James, a friend of mine."

@jamessharp9790

Жыл бұрын

@@MonkeyJedi99 man if coach found out a nerdy kid got bullied even if we didn’t see it , we got in trouble and believe me they went hands on ya in 83’.

I don't relate to the business aspect but I do relate to a bully trying to be friendly later in life - the audacity astounds me.

@Daves_Not_Here_Man_76

Жыл бұрын

I met one a few years out of high school. He was broke and in desperate need of a ride. I left him stranded in the rain.

@MonkeyJedi99

Жыл бұрын

@@Daves_Not_Here_Man_76 I met one of my bullies while I was working in a convenience store during my college times. There was actually a short line, and when he smiled and greeted me by name, I said something like, "Oh yeah, I remember you Paul. You used to beat the crap out of me and threatened to kill me along with your pal Mark who died while drunk-driving his motorcycle." He got some strong appraising looks from the other people in line. So, he completed his transaction and I never saw him again. It's been almost 30 years and not a sighting. *P.S. real names.

I knew 2 Derricks in HS. Wesley was the son of my dad's boss, and Gary was his cousin. Their life mission was to make mine a living hell. It's nice to know my life turned out monumentally better than theirs. Once a hammerheaded arcehole always a hammerheaded arcehole.

I find it hilarious when folks seem to forget just how awful they treated you and act so surprised when you can cite examples for them!

"...Say hello to your sister." Well dang, the fact that you were able to say that to a client, in context, and not worry about the repercussion (you are your own boss) is a dream of so many people. Have a great day too ❤

This channel should be called “Talking Shit with James” or something like that😂 I love this channel, never fails to brighten my day. Also a good rule of leadership, boss first, friend second👍🏻

@MEEMOSS77

Жыл бұрын

How about….Story time with James

I have friends that run their own hvac and sewer businesses and I always pay what they quote me without any hassle. Support the people who support you!

When I go to a friend who's a small business owner I'm going to them for two reasons; first, to support them; second, to make sure I'm going to get a contractor who won't screw me. All I want from their friendship is the same level of service they'd give to their family. I'm more than willing to pay their price to get that and I'll have the piece of mind knowing that I'm getting good service for the money I'm paying. I'd never ask for a discount, because, if they really are my friend, I want to see them thrive.

You're experiences with Derrick remind me of experiences I had with a guy named Mike. Nephew of the card dealer in town, of course, he could do no wrong and made my life in school miserable too. Went to my 15th high school reunion the summer after the Gulf War. My father was a Master Sergeant and I had joined the Army, went to flight school, and was now a war veteran pilot in the 101st Airborne. I showed up to the reunion in full dress uniform (including bloused Cochrane Combat boots with ladder laces) and he was green with envy. Well said, Sir!

@maxmccullough8548

Жыл бұрын

TBF all American males know of the screaming eagles.

@user-vl8qw8hp1g

10 ай бұрын

Thank you for your service!! My husband was 82D ABN at Ft. Bragg, NC, when we met.

High five James, karma is a sweet thing, I'm glad to hear Derrick got what he needed to get from you without a discount. I absolutely hate people like that. Great job, hell yes bring back the T shirt.

Only time my dad expected a discount was from family, and that's after he helped them out with his connections in his field (banking). He wouldn't act entitled like Derrick, but when you asked him for help, he'd just decline. Did this for a cousin to help get him a house, cousin is a Master Electrician who before hand came and did a simple rewiring job, all it cost my dad was a case of the cousins favorite beer.

A man who has 2 friends you can count on, add to that a good woman and dog and you are truly blessed

Years ago I wound up becoming friends with a guy who was my supervisor, the reason being that we both understood that we were there to do a job and get paid not be friends, he had lost a number of 'friends' because they expected him to go easy on them when they screwed around on the job because of said friendship, I didn't do that I kept work and friendship in their separate boxes and he respected that There's a world of difference between being friendly (or tolerant) with someone and being friends, unfortunately most people don't seem to have the capacity to see that difference, just because I don't hate someone doesn't mean we're friends

@jaidee9570

Жыл бұрын

Absolutely, if a person understands the difference between friends and friendly, they probably also understand the difference between respect and respectful.

@bearing_aficionado

Жыл бұрын

I hated my boss because he would be an ass to me and always tried to get me to quit. But when I put in for a supervisor job for the 3rd time, he vouched for me. He trained me and showed me the ropes. Now we are good friends. Like you, he was all about business while at work. One of my kids even bought his wife's car when they put it up for sale.

@debraduhon958

Ай бұрын

I worked at the same company my husband did for 3 years, and while it wasn't a secret that we were married, I couldn't tell you how many people were surprised to find out we were. The common response we got was that we didn't act married. We told them that at work we weren't married, just co-workers. It's called professionalism.

That goes for family too. After I published a book some family members took offense that I didn't hand them free copies or offer some kind of "family discount." Never mind that these people couldn't bother to acknowledge my existence in any other setting.

Can we get an applause for this gentlemen? Absolutely savage.

This right here is exactly why I reluctantly do business with friends or family. When I absolutely have to, I make it clear up front what everything is going to be, and from the start of the project till the end you are just another customer. If they're good with that, then we move forward. If not, then we end the conversation and move on.

Perfect way to handle this. I have a "friend" that I only ever see when he needs something. I was building a porch back in 2016 and he stopped by and I asked if he could help me out since I was storing stuff for him for free for a few years now. He starts blabbering about he doesn't have the time, needs to ask his wife...Two weeks later he calls me after the job is finished and wants to use my lift to work on his car...Nope! His crap is still in my garage. I'm going to sell it as abandoned. ;)

This whole thing is sweet. Revenge for all the bullied. How a bully thinks he's a "friend" is beyond me. You did it for the whole team. Thank you. I will never have the opportunity to do this since I left my hometown 40 yrs age and never looked back. I've run into new ones but in the real world of freedom and adulthood I have the freedom to walk away and remove myself from the situation. That's the true horror of high school you can't escape it. Huge thumbs up.

@dave928

Жыл бұрын

i hung out with one friend for a couple years after high school and then nothing. no one. that was 40 years ago. they've never looked for me, i don't look for them.

I have an almost equally satisfying "say hi to your sister moment": A guy basically harassed the ever loving crap out of me in high school. He didn't beat me up, as he was all talk (little big man syndrome) and knew that I was pretty tight with the farmers/hicks (this was a farming town). Well, after 2 years of harassment without reciprocating, I graduated and moved on with my life. Fast forward to a couple years ago, and I'm a custodian working for the government at a local jail and catch a glimpse of a familiar name next to the cell block on my daily route. I look at the associated photo and sure enough it's dickwad from high school. Suffice to say it added a little pep in my step for the rest of the week.

@kitten-whisperer

Жыл бұрын

Lol as you left your janitor job you smiled thinking "yes!! I win!" Lol

@jgren4048

11 ай бұрын

In 5 years he’ll be out of jail, you will still be there. Move up and out.

Put this one in the classics James! You are beyond fair brotha!

When starting my construction business my uncle who owns an auto shop gave me this advice. Never forget to include that family and friends rate when applicable. Add 15% because friends and family expect so much more time, aggravation and work from you than any other clients.

I can't believe that he hasn't called you to BOND him out of jail for his 5th DUI.

To me, it's just a fact of life to pay for services rendered, friend or not. I would never assume or even think that I'm entitled to help myself to a friends support for any reason. Great story and good for you for standing up for yourself. Finally lol

i've been waiting for someone to make a video about this!!!!!!!!!!! When you wake up in the mourning, YOU are the only person that is EVER going to get yourself through life and fix your problems.

@JamesButlerWellAndSepticLife

Жыл бұрын

very true

"Say hello to your sister." I bet that made Derrick feel like he was kicked in the nuts.😂

After watching this all I can do is slow clap. Bravo! “Say hi to your sister” was the absolute cherry on top!!!!

I can imagine how much you enjoyed telling him to "Say hi to your sister." Im still waiting for my opportunity

So proud of you! I bet you so enjoyed the telephone call,best wishes to you and your family Michael Edinburgh

“Say ‘hi’ to your sister for me” that’s is amazing.

This is just amazing, I love this story. The little guy wins.

James, I've been thinking this since i started watching your videos, you're the kind of guy i like to have as friends brother-in-law, boss, coworker, you name it. I had no idea you were bullied and kicked at like that but i guess it makes sense bc sometimes the people who had it rough become the best. I was bullied too and it definitely made me a better person for other people. Becoming skilled at something is easy but being a good entrepreneur, boss, father, role model and all around a good person dosent happen on its own. Hardships. You and everyone watching knows what i mean. Thanks for putting it out there, you cheered me up more times than i can count and its more than that, i dont have the words for it but i can say this: thank you man. Oh and: fuck dereck.

Really grateful to have found your channel man. You always give great, level headed, advice and I hope you read this one day. You make a difference and you inspire small business men and women to get out there and make a difference, also. Love from Michigan, James! Give my best to the fam. ❤

I feel this, as a mechanic I get asked for favors from people that don't give a damn about me all the time.

Man, he's lucky you didn't charge him the "asshole" rate. But you know what, that mic drop was worth it.

Gods balls this story was so cathartic to me. I only hope i have the same fortune that you've had in being able to repay some karma like you've had

My old boss was constantly getting taken advantage of by "friends" anyone he knew got work done at or below cost, even though 95% of them had more than plenty enough money to have paid full price and the only reason they called him was for cheap work, he was a pushover and let it happen routinely, it drove me nuts 🙄

Right on! no friends/family when it comes to money either!

As someone who used to repair computers, cell phones and tablets for a living. I had family and friends constantly asking me to do stuff for them. Like screen replacement or trouble shooting and repair. All fine and dandy, but they also expected me to buy the parts and not charge them for it "because blood is thicker than water" and any convenient catch phrases concerning familiar bonds. And each time I'd tell them no, not happening. That I did not have the money to do that kind of thing more than once or twice in a year and they'd already had me fix stuff for them multiple times. After that, they threw a tantrum and no joke, actually told my mother on me. She of course took their side even after I explained that the cost to me if I did it. So after that point any family and friends that asked me to do repairs got told up front I'm not a charity, I don't do free work and just who they could blame for me no longer doing free repairs. Yes, I am just that petty. Moral of the story, don't do free work for friends and relatives. And always, I mean always get it in writing and be prepared to say no. Even if it means your greedy friend and family stop talking to you for a while.

My sister is a plumber. If I need plumbing work I pay her in some way. That way if I need work she'll help me out over my other siblings. She doesn't usually charge me much, but I always find some way to pay her for her time. Time is money.

The ending of this video was epic 😂 proud of you for that workmans lean line, smart business man! Keep up the great work

I tell everyone including friends when evaluating who to use for a job. I'm not looking for a discount, I just want an honest job done for an honest price. And I want to be able to get good support when needed. Paid or otherwise. James, I have been watching you for a while and finally subscribed. I appreciate your stories and your not so common common sense.

@bc5001

Жыл бұрын

Same here.

Good for you for remembering that you DO have a business and the reason for a owning a business is always first and foremost to make money. Learned that on my first day in Accounting class.

"fluent in douchebag" I had to replay that a couple of times to let that one sink in. One day, I'm going to use that. Thank you.

This was dead on target! If I chose to support a friends business, I’ll always pay the full price with a smile…hell, if they go “above and beyond” I’ll even give a nice cash tip to show my appreciation! 😉

@MonkeyJedi99

Жыл бұрын

My brother and his S.O. became friends with the realtor who got them into their current house. They didn't haggle his commission one tiny bit, and only AFTER all the paperwork cleared (to maintain professionalism), they started inviting him over once or twice a year for cookouts.

I wish I could upvote this more than once.

LOVE IT. "Friends" and (even moreso) family are oftentimes the worst customers for just this reason. But then being able to put a (well deserved!) thorn in his side is definitely the icing on the cake!

I've made friendships with customers, and some friends have become customers. I still distinguish my charitable giving from work. I can appreciate being the smallest kid in class. I skipped a grade early on and remained much smaller than my classmates. I ended up growing taller and bigger than any of the bullies I encountered , but still maintain the same smaller person defense mechanisms I developed as a kid.

Cracking words of wisdom as always James 👏🏻😂

NICE! 😂 I don’t even consider the friends I had in high school friends anymore (except 2) because they turned into douche bags. I found myself, I know what loyalty looks like, and I know what friendship looks like… Those people have none of those traits, they decided to follow the crowd once they turned into “adults“.

I love this. So glad you have the strength to speak your mind. Not all people do. Good for you. Much love

Hi James. I know you said you play DND, would you like a custom set of dice? I make dice as a side business and I'd like to send you a set as a token of appreciation for your content

I am thankful that i got the hell out of the town I grew up in when I did. I have had most of my bullies apologize to me since then. As soon as i graduated and left town, I realized the chances of me seeing any of them again were slim to none. I forgave all of them even if they didn't know it. Only through facebook have we really reconnected.

@MonkeyJedi99

Жыл бұрын

Of my four high school bullies, one died while drunk=riding his motorcycle, one went to prison for running guns, one tried to be nice when he met me again (I shut him down) and one I have had no information on at all

Amen, James. Great timing on this one. A friend called last night at 1am for a A/C problem and left a VM, then he decided to call back every few minutes, then every hour for a total of 17 times staying up all night hoping for my normally great after hours service. Well he forgot that last time he threw a hissy fit over the price of charging him normal after hours pricing being that it was again a 12am call. Thanks for being REAL man.

Thank you for EVERYTHING you say. I have not heard honesty like that ever! Stay strong my good man and keep up the great work!!

Derrick probably disliked this😂😂😂 Personally I loved it>>>

Been a fan of James's short videos for quite a while now, and just subbed to the channel. Good stuff, words of wisdom and a dry sense of humour. I like these channels where honest, intelligent tradesmen let us see their daily lives - somewhat makes me wish I'd chosen a different path. FWIW a couple of British electricians have good channels: Artisan Electrics and David Savery Electrical Services. I have no connection with them, I just like their styles.

love seeing your shorts, I had no idea you made long form videos until now! loved hearing this story and the lesson that came with it. when I first started watching your tiktoks about a year ago and found out you were in NC I thought about applying to work for you, but life took me a different direction. Either way keep the vids coming! they make my day :)

James, I appreciate you as you are! Thank you for telling it like it should be!

He's allways been the beta-guy and tried hes entire life to put you down below him. Now you're an alpha and you put him down. He got to taste hes own medicine. Good job! :D

It's nice to hear that there are some small glimmers of consequences that occasionally inconvenience horrible people like that. I've been curious for a while why harm, harassment, and battery are considered non-issues when they happen during the most influential years of our lives, but they suddenly become criminal acts once a person reaches the age of majority. "Do all the damage, profit from it, and suffer none of the consequences" is what the life cycle of assholes frequently seems to be in my eyes.

@andrewbrendan1579

Жыл бұрын

Well said. I was on the receiving end of years of what is called getting picked on and is now called being bullied when it's plain and simple abuse for which people outside of school go to jail.

@traildriving

Ай бұрын

It’s because kids aren’t taught they have rights.

Bro I so totally enjoy your stories that by far was one of the best and I sure wish I had a boss like you not only do you seem like a decent good-hearted level-headed kind of guy you also have common sense which is quite rare nowadays. God bless and take care

That was a very humorous story with good lessons for people. Glad it came up in the feed. Subscribed! God bless you and those you love.

Cronic bully. Tactics just change as they become adults.

Your stories make my day, James! Thank you!

I can't imagine even taken that call let alone dealing with that dude.

You had me at (I already knew I would upvote / like this video) at "I'm going to call him Derek, because that's his real name, and ..." 😂 Amen reality. 👍

There is definitely a difference between friends and acquaintances

This story made my morning. I own a body shop in a small town that I grew up in. Your telling my story!

I’m not bitter I’m payed. ❤❤❤❤ love you sir. ❤

Nice! Guy deserved more than you gave him. Kudos to you for staying ethical.

Love the No nonsense approach. The videos are great as well

OMG! "Say hi to your sister for me" .... 😅 BRAVO! That's a home run, touchdown, and goal all in one! Thank you for sharing, you made me smile! I usually think of the perfect zinger AFTER the conversation! I'm still giggling.

@JamesButlerWellAndSepticLife

Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much!!

Thank you James, you are our hero!! PAID!!!!!

So well put, good on you James!

As a 135 pound, 5'5" guy, who tried to get a robotics club in my rural school, I commend this story.

Agreed. I pay friends their fees. What i get is the assurance that someone who cares about me that i trust to do the job is getting it done.

Best video ive seen in a while. Not just from your channel, from any channel. I had my day to say something like that to an old bully a few years ago. I got to do it to his face and yes, it was just as satisfying as you would imagine it to be. Congrats, fist bump.

YES! The bully FINALLY got what was coming to him! I LOVE this story!

Happy for you man. Love it!!

Oh man. Thanks James for your excellent definition of friendship. Although I was having a hard time breathing and seeing your video for much if it, I absolutely agree and respect and admire you. Excuse me but I must go get some tissues and some oxygen. Laughter is the best medicine, even if it almost takes your life😂😂😂

Awesome story! Right-on! I love this channel and your commenters!

You are doing the right thing 👍🏻 I wish everyone has a friend like you, because you are honest and say what you think, so everyone knows their place and would have someone very supportive to talk to… But there are lots of people, that can’t handle a honest person, because sometimes it hurts to hear the unfiltered reality, which actually would be a good thing…

True friends EXCHANGE discounts and breaks, not demand them. That's the way it should work.