Hey wirenut (if you're still around). I think the hard part for people to understand is why you would switch your focus from a decent paying, respected trade, to one that's in a sense unrelated, very competitive, and although no apprenticeship -has a very steep learning curve. Maybe not, but if you're anything like me, the challenge of learning new things gets me every time. I too come from an electrical background but always had a hunger for something a bit more creative. Although they sometimes forget how to say it nicely, a lot of good points have been made. I have a flaw in my thinking - "if you build it they will come" - meaning, if you buy all the equipment and call yourself a sign company, the work will start rolling in. Unfortunately, this is not the case.
IF I were you, I would seriously consider easing into it. Buy a vinyl cutter first and sub out the printing, get used to design & basic signage. All the while keeping electrical your bread & butter. Focus on illuminated signs & service while slowly building your arsenal of other design & graphic services. :Welcome:
