Apr 18Why Learning a Trade Could Be the Best Career Move You’ll Ever MakeAs a businessman and entrepreneur based in South Wales, I have run multiple businesses over the years, including a plant hire business called J Plant and a company that provides precast concrete products and ready mix concrete called Platinum Products. One thing that I’ve noticed during my time in business…Apprenticeship3 min readApprenticeship3 min read
Mar 17The Roadmap to Success - Building Businesses with James NorvillI’ve been involved in business and had an interest in entrepreneurship since a very early age. I started my first venture into work at the age of 19 and had become director of Gwent Drain Services by the age of 23. Since then, I’ve built several successful businesses including James…Business4 min readBusiness4 min read
Feb 136 Tips for Property Investment from James NorvillAs a successful businessman in Newport, South Wales, I have had the privilege of investing in various types of properties over the years — you can learn more about my venture into property investment over at James Norvill Properties. During this time, I have learned a lot about what makes…Property Investment3 min readProperty Investment3 min read
Jan 13That Time I Built the World’s Fastest SkipYes, you did read that title correctly - it may be quite some time ago, but back in 2007, I, James Norvill, built the world’s fastest skip. Well, the world’s fastest waste container, to be precise. It’s even officially recognised by Guinness World Records. I know you’re keen to ask…World Record3 min readWorld Record3 min read
Dec 15, 2022How to Save Money on your Energy BillsWe’re in tough times financially at the moment, with energy prices in particular sky rocketing. As a private landlord (www.jamesnorvillproperties.co.uk), I’m often asked by my tenants for tips on how save money on their energy bills. …Energy4 min readEnergy4 min read
Nov 25, 2022James Norvill - My Start in Competitive Powerboat RacingI’m James Norvill and besides operating several successful businesses across South Wales, I have a passion for powerboat racing and consider myself an experienced competitor having competed in powerboat race events since I first made my debut at the 2012 P1 SuperStock Championship as part of the Oval Insurance race…Powerboat Racing3 min readPowerboat Racing3 min read
