![18 Year-Old Starts a Pressure Washing Business [Video]](https://video.getpvd.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/mp_184371_0_0jpg.jpg)
Many people haven’t even had their first job by 18, but Chase Lille has already owned his business for more than a year. In this interview, we’ll find out how this teenage entrepreneur started his pressure washing business with $3,000 and grew it to a revenue of $12,000 per month with 50% to 60% margins. Learn how to start your own cleaning business with Chris: https://bit.ly/cleaning-courseMentorship was a big part of how Chase started a profitable business at such a young age. When he was still in high school, he found a mentor in a competing power washing business owner near his hometown. That experience gave him the skills and knowledge he needed to branch out on his own. Now, he’s attending college part-time while running his business full-time. Chase’s goal is to grow his team to 20 people by 2026, and he’ll be buying a second truck soon to build toward this aim. We’ll learn what else Chase is doing to achieve this objective and how he’s keeping track of his progress. Just starting a business is a big challenge for many, and Chase was no exception. He had to overcome his fears and try things that made him uncomfortable to get his business up and running. He’ll share his advice for dealing with fear and uncertainty as a business owner. We’ll also find out what mistakes and failures he’s encountered thus far, and how those experiences have helped him grow. Anyone in the pressure washing or cleaning industry who wants to start or grow a business will learn a lot from this video! And make sure to check out our past interviews with pressure washing business owners:21 Year Old Starts a $120,000 Monthly Pressure Washing Business https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=H99wDmpnE_g$200/Hour Pressure Washing Business https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ny0b_YEfAjAResourceshttps://wizardwashfl.com/ – Learn more about Chase and his company on his websitehttps://bit.ly/cleaning-course – Our masterclass on starting your own cleaning business https://www.upflip.com/podcast – Hear more interviews with business owners and experts on our podcasthttps://www.upflip.com/blog/how-to-start-a-pressure-washing-business – Learn more about starting a pressure washing business on the UpFlip blogTimestamps: 00:00 – Intro00:38 – Introduction and meeting Chase01:46 – Biggest challenges03:06 – Getting started with no money04:42 – Early mistakes with the business05:37 – Services breakdown 06:26 – Job site visit and attracting customers07:15 – Trailer walk-through08:39 – Cleaning Masterclass ad09:16 – Best online advertising outlets10:36 – Branding 11:28 – Key skills for pressure washing12:14 – Managing workflow13:18 – Building confidence in sales15:02 – Customer service16:19 – Must-have equipment16:58 – Money invested and time to return17:49 – Mentorship 19:31 – Profit margins20:27 – Fan blitz21:34 – Biggest challenge currently22:46 – Pricing 23:23 – Challenges of being a young entrepreneur24:14 – Building a customer base25:03 – Getting first customer25:43 – What’s next Chase26:12 – Marketing materials27:20 – #1 advice for teen entrepreneurs28:09 – Final advice#pressurewashingbusiness #powerwashingbusiness #pressurewashing
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![How to Start a Business in 2023 [Video]](https://video.getpvd.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/mp_177999_0_0jpg.jpg)
In this video you will learn about starting a business from 8 different businesses. The small businesses talk about revenue, expenses, advertising, and advice on how to be successful. We are looking forward to hearing about the business ideas and successes you have in 2023! Comment below which business had the best advice for you?Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/extramediumstuf/Subscribe!@extramediummedia
![How He Started a $60K/Month Woodworking Business [Video]](https://video.getpvd.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/mp_176009_0_0jpg.jpg)
Angel City Woodshop has grown to an average revenue of $60,000 a month making custom woodworking projects at their workshop in downtown Los Angeles. We’ll learn how founder Paul Moorhead built such a profitable woodworking business in this episode. This video has been sponsored by Tailor Brands. Get your LLC with Tailor Brands: https://tailorbrands.go2cloud.org/SH8wFor a limited time, you can also get 20% off Tailor Brands plans using the code upflip20 https://tailorbrands.go2cloud.org/SH96*Discount not valid on LLC Paul didn’t set out to make furniture. Like many, he moved to Los Angeles to pursue a career in the entertainment industry. He’d always been drawn to working with his hands, and he soon found a new way to be creative: making furniture. After starting off with woodworking projects for friends and family, he established his shop and hasn’t looked back. Of course, starting a business is never easy. Paul lived in his wood working studio for two years while he built his business, sometimes working all-nighters and 100-hour weeks to finish projects. We’ll find out how Paul kept himself going through those busy times and how that effort has paid off in the form of revenue growth and success. Today, Paul has a team of craftsmen in his shop, and they take on projects that don’t just require artistic vision but also engineering, 3D modeling, and other advanced skills. We’ll find out how Paul built and trained his team to ensure consistent quality across his woodworking projects. He’ll also share the systems and tools they use to design and build the unique custom furniture their customers come to them for. If you’re looking for more advice about how to start a woodworking shop, check out our past interviews: How Blacktail Studio Rakes in $15K/Month Doing This! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DPrnE7MHTRc How to Start a $30K/Month Woodworking Business https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dTByJCFsr4kResourceshttps://www.angelcitywoodshop.com/ – Learn more about Angel City Woodshop on their websitehttps://www.upflip.com/podcast – Hear more interviews with business owners on the UpFlip podcasthttps://www.upflip.com/blog/how-to-start-a-woodworking-business – Step-by-step guide on starting a woodworking businessTimestamps:00:00 – START00:38 – Intro to Paul and Angel City Woodshop01:13 – Story behind the shop02:03 – Cost to start 04:02 – #1 factor in his success05:22 – Skills you need to succeed06:37 – Low points as a business owner08:41 – How to attract customers with little marketing09:56 – Hardest part of starting a woodshop11:20 – Tailor Brands Sponsor12:36 – Attracting early customers13:54 – Profitability and consistency of revenue14:51 – Online presence15:56 – Tools and equipment17:08 – Workflow management systems and tools18:46 – Fan blitz20:42 – Commercial vs. residential 22:14 – Walkthrough of key equipment24:19 – Day-to-day as an owner26:02 – Hiring and training team members26:58 – Profit margins and costs per project28:01 – Good month vs. bad month28:52 – What to look for in employees29:57 – Deciding what wood to use31:21 – How to delegate tasks32:19 – Why woodshops fail#woodworking #woodworkingprojects #woodworkingbusiness
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Car detailing is one of the most profitable businesses, but this 23 year old is killing it! In the last 6 months he’s increased the revenue of his auto detailing company by 50%.Join Alan’s coaching program. Use coupon code “upflip” and get 25% off, visit: https://bit.ly/alans-academyFor all the resources, products and other things mentioned in the video, visit: https://www.godetailwash.com/linksAlan started GoDetail with only $500 to make some extra money. Today, his auto detailing business makes over $900K per year in revenue, with impressive 60% profit margins. Since we last talked to Alan, GoDetail revenue skyrocketed from $50K to $75K per month in the last 6 months. His methods work so well 1,500 car detailers have signed up for his course to learn how he’s achieved this phenomenal growth.In this video, we’re following up with Alan to get his insights on a range of topics that will be useful for any business owner, not just those who own a car detailing business. We’ll learn his strategies for hiring and managing employees, how he uses commissions to build employee loyalty and their sense of ownership, his best practices for communicating with customers, and why it’s useful to have a CRM. He’ll also talk about the detailing equipment that’s a must-have and why he uses Optimum No Rinse, along with sharing marketing insights, like his business card design, how he consistently gets 5-star ratings, and how to get a car detailing business to rank #1 on Google. Whatever industry you’re in, you’ll learn something useful from this interview with Alan! And if you’re looking for more advice from business owners, check out some of our past interviews: Resourceshttps://bit.ly/alans-academy – Alan’s coaching program. Use coupon code “upflip” to get 25% offhttps://www.godetailwash.com – Find out more about GoDetail on their websitehttps://www.upflip.com/podcast – For more interviews with phenomenal business ownershttps://www.upflip.com/learn – Learn how to start a business step-by-stepTimestamps:00:00 – Intro00:41 – Catching Up with Alan02:15 – Where Alan Runs His Business03:01 – Best Marketing Strategies04:14 – How To Keep Employees Around Long Term06:32 – The Key To Tremendous Success07:52 – Trick To Attract New Customers09:40 – Staying Organized with a Storage Hub10:45 – Heading To A Mobile Detailing Job Site11:35 – Grow Your Business TODAY12:41 – How To Eliminate Water Spots on Cars13:21 – Setting Yourself Up For Success14:12 – How To Store Supplies in your Car15:03 – Blitz Time with Alan16:46 – The Strategic Hiring Process18:59 – Systems and Processes 20:24 – When It’s Time To Expand the Team21:48 – Most Difficult Transition23:13 – Do’s and Don’t of Communication24:20 – Best Way To Advertise26:32 – How GoDetail Stands Out Over Competitors 27:28 – Differentiating Your Brand28:38 – Processes You Need Before You Scale29:34 – Goal Setting Tips31:11 – Maximizing Social Platforms 32:35 – How To Find Great Talent33:43 – Management Structure 34:24 – Balancing Work and Life35:29 – What Alan Wish He Did36:44 – Advice To Entrepreneurs#mobiledetailing #cardetailing #cardetailingbusiness
![How to Open a $140K/Month Restaurant Business [Video]](https://video.getpvd.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/mp_82764_0_0jpg.jpg)
For our regular viewers, Don Lucho’s Restaurant and its owner, Carlo Calisea, are familiar names. Today, we’re following up with this popular restaurant to get more of his insights into how to start a restaurant business—and keep it thriving and growing through unexpected challenges.This video is sponsored by Trademark Factory. Get your trademark approved—or get a full refund! Visit: https://trademarkfactory.com/advisors/upflipCarlo started Don Lucho’s as a food truck in 2013, the first Peruvian restaurant business in Seattle. In 2019, they added a brick-and-mortar restaurant and pisco bar. Opening a restaurant is difficult in the best of times and the start of the pandemic in 2020 only added to that, but Carlo and Don Lucho’s rose to the challenge, adding outdoor seating that let them keep growing their revenue. In today’s episode, we’ll dig in deeper with Carlo’s advice on how to open a restaurant that’s built to withstand whatever life throws at it. We’ll learn what he included in his restaurant business plan, and how he’s revised that in the years since opening. Of course, even the best-planned restaurant experiences setbacks. We’ll hear what Carlo is struggling with today and how he’s responding to those to keep his business growing. Rising costs and staffing problems have been consistent concerns across the food industry over the past 2 years, and Carlo will share his strategies for coping with those issues, along with his other tips for starting a restaurant that’s resilient enough to roll with the punches. Anyone wondering how to start a restaurant (and keep it open long-term) will want to hear Carlo’s advice! You can find out more about Don Lucho’s online at https://www.donluchosinseattle.com/.Looking for more advice on starting a business? You’ll find it on the UpFlip blog: https://www.upflip.com/blog.Check out our podcast https://www.upflip.com/podcast, where you get to unravel how great businesses are built.And make sure you check out our past interviews with Carlo:From Food Truck to Restaurant Business (A Recipe for Success) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8MPTE67PYcYA Day in the Life of an Entrepreneur (Behind the Scenes Look) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2idW6fSfvIQTimestamps:0:00 Intro0:31 Meeting the Owner1:34 Tips on Revamping Your Business2:53 Breaking Down Revenue3:50 The Key To Balancing Quality4:41 How To Avoid These Business Mistakes5:47 Why You Need A Soft Opening7:35 Social Media Tips and Tricks9:35 The Importance of Branding10:36 System and Processes for Online Ordering11:46 How To Get FREE Advertising13:10 How To Build A Reliable Team14:30 Crucial System & Processes Before You Start16:00 How To Quickly Resolve Issues17:03 How To Keep Employees Happy18:13 When To Grow Your Team19:03 Blitz Time With Carlo!!21:56 How To Keep Track of Inventory22:50 When To Use Paid Advertising24:09 How To Not Lose Money25:15 Switching Up Your Menu26:22 How To Deal With Inflation27:11 Where To Focus Your Time28:35 Creating The Best Content Possible#restaurant #restaurantbusiness #howtoopenarestaurant
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Is starting a gas station business a smart investment? It was for Paramjit Bhullar, who’s grown a $1 million investment into $37 million in yearly revenue. We’ll hear his insights on how to open a gas station in this interview. Parm and his business partner had more than 15 years of experience in the retail industry, along with a shared passion for small business ownership. He’s been a gas station owner for 3 years and now owns 8 Arco and Shell stations throughout Washington’s Whatcom county. Their gasoline stations have been growing revenue year over year even through COVID’s impact on gas sales. One of Parm’s greatest strengths as a gas station owner is that he’s a people person who loves the customer service side of the industry. We’ll find out what he does to create a great customer experience, as well as what approaches work best for bringing in new customers when you first open a gas station. He’ll also share his tips on writing a gas station business plan, and what processes and systems he put into place early that allowed his business to grow quickly. Building a solid team is another key step to starting and running a successful gas station. We’ll ask Parm where he finds reliable employees and how he attracts and retains them to keep all of his locations running smoothly. He’ll also share how he manages and leads his team, and what tools and systems he uses to schedule his team and keep track of their work. Anyone wondering how do you start a gas station business, or any retail-oriented business, will want to hear Parm’s insights. See our detailed guide to starting a gas station business with cost, set up, location, licenses, and much more: https://www.upflip.com/blog/opening-gas-stationReady to buy a gas station business of your own? See what’s available in your area on UpFlip’s business listings: https://www.upflip.com/gas-stations-for-saleCheck out our podcast for more amazing interviews: https://www.upflip.com/podcast And if you’re looking for more advice on starting a business, here are some videos you can check out:How to Write a Business Plan (You’ll Actually Use) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Seac5PbUZXkHow to Start a Business in 2021 (A Step-by-Step Guide) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xJ71lGDtSt4Timestamps:0:00 Intro0:34 Meeting the Co-Owner of 8 Gas Stations1:30 First Time Buyer Advice2:22 Business Runs on Family3:40 How To Decide Branded or Unbranded4:44 Required Skills For Success5:30 The Importance of Location6:26 A Unique Type of Marketing7:42 How To Keep Costs Covered8:11 Pricing Strategies9:03 How To Beat Competitors10:28 Becoming a Millionaire10:55 Inside Store Sales vs Outside Store Sales11:56 The Perfect Gas Station Team12:56 The Key To Keeping Your Gas Station Safe13:55 System and Processes14:49 Finding The Perfect Gas Station Brand15:22 The Best Maintenance Routine16:40 How To Determine Your Business Hours18:31 The Secret To Bringing in More Customers19:31 The Items You Must Always Carry20:16 The Secret To Hiring Great Employees21:40 Pros and Cons of Buying a Station22:43 Special Licenses and More23:40 Fears and Doubts24:26 How To Manage Seasonalities25:10 When To Expect Profit26:03 Your Favorite Type of Customers27:13 Is It A Good Idea To Go 24 Hours?28:07 The Pandemic vs Gas Stations29:02 Favorable Things as a Gas Station Owner29:49 How To Create The Best Experience for Customers#gasstation #gasstationbusiness #howdoyoustartagasstationbusiness
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Do you want to grow your customer base and revenue? If your answer is a resounding “yes”, better branding could be your solution—and entrepreneur Mike Andes has some must-hear advice on branding your business that he’s sharing in this interview. This video is sponsored by Trademark Factory. Get your trademark approved—or get a full refund! Visit: https://trademarkfactory.com/advisors/upflipMike Andes is the founder of Augusta Lawn Care, a landscaping business he’s grown to multi-million dollar revenue and more than 60 locations in the United States and Canada. Most impressive, he’s done all of this by the age of 24. Today, Mike shares the branding strategy he employed to build a lawn care empire. We’ll also hear his thoughts on just what is branding, how it’s different from your brand identity, and why you need both to grow and scale a business. Branding isn’t only something that’s used by businesses. For influencers, thought leaders, and entrepreneurs, personal branding is a crucial ingredient for success. Luckily, Mike’s advice is as useful on the personal as on the business level, including the steps to discover and build a brand, just what’s involved in an effective brand, and the best practices and platforms for sharing it with customers.While it’s ideal to create a consistent brand identity from the start, you’re not out of luck if your business is already up and running. We’ll get Mike’s advice on how to refine or change an existing brand, along with tips on scaling to reach a larger market as you grow. Branding is a key piece of any business growth strategy, and Mike’s advice can help you do it the right way. You can learn more about Mike and Augusta Lawn Care online at https://www.augustalawncareservices.com/.Mike was also a guest recently on the UpFlip podcast, where we talked about his scaling strategies and franchising advice. You can listen to the episodes at https://www.upflip.com/podcast.Or check out some of our past interviews with Mike Andes:How to Write a Business Plan (You’ll Actually Use)https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Seac5PbUZXkHow to Start a Business in 2021 (A Step-by-Step Guide)https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xJ71lGDtSt4Timestamps:0:00 Intro1:37 Meeting Mike Andes3:25 Branding Your Business4:46 How You Can Make Content For Free6:10 Your Business Relies on One Thing7:54 Keeping Thieves Away9:13 Business’ Personality9:50 Tips for Choosing a Business Name11:40 What Works and What Doesn’t on Social Media13:00 Branding in a Nutshell13:49 Create The Perfect Face for Your Business15:07 Don’t Make These Mistakes16:42 You Need These Type of Employees18:18 Branding Mistakes To Avoid20:15 This is How You Scale Your Brand21:20 Does Your Name Fit Your Brand?22:29 This is How To Prevent Your Brand From Dying24:04 Blitz Time with Mike!26:06 This is Crucial…27:38 Adapting to Change30:12 Fixing Those Flaws#branding #brandingyourbusiness #whatisbranding