How A Carpet Fitter Gained 140,000 Followers In Less Than A Year

Send us Fan MailThis week on Off The Job, Pete and Keiran are joined by Wilson Milton – carpet fitter, comedian, content creator, and one of the fastest-growing personalities in the trades. In less than a year, Wilson went from posting videos from his van to building an audience of over 140,000 followers across social media. But as he explains in this episode, going viral isn't quite as glamorous as people think. Wilson shares how a single video kickstarted his growth, the reality of creating content every day, balancing comedy with life on the tools, and why being yourself is still the best strategy for social media success. In this episode:How Wilson gained 140,000+ followers in under a yearGoing viral on TikTok, Instagram and FacebookThe reality of social media growthComedy, stand-up and life as a carpet fitterWhy authenticity beats trendsCreating content for the tradesSocial media pressure and burnoutTrade humour and industry stereotypesGoing from fitting carpets to performing comedy gigsAdvice for anyone starting content creation Wilson also opens up about the challenges that come with a growing audience, how social media has changed his life, and why chasing followers isn't always the answer.Whether you're a plumber, gas engineer, electrician, builder, carpenter, carpet fitter or someone trying to grow an audience online, there's plenty to take away from this conversation. 👇 Let us know in the comments:What's the funniest trade stereotype you've heard?📣 Sponsored by Flexigas – the flexible gas pipe specialists: https://flexigas.com/💥 Powered by Ridgeline – seamless copper tubes built for the trade: https://ridgelinetubes.com/🎁 EXCLUSIVE PODCAST OFFERGet 30% OFF your Yearly Subscription to Gas Certificate App!Use code: POD30 at checkout📲 Download the Gas Certificate App nowhttps://onelink.to/hbv69u⚠️ Warning: Contains adult humour and strong language. Tradesmen banter ahead.🔗 Follow us on Socials📱 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@offthejobpodcastuk📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/offthejobpodcastuk