Summary

In this episode of the Business Growth Accelerator, host Brandon BKXX Garcia interviews Ryan Caldwell, a home renovation entrepreneur who transitioned from the culinary industry. Ryan shares his journey of starting Houston's Renovations and Restorations, the challenges he faced in finding clientele, and the importance of building relationships with customers. He discusses effective marketing strategies, the significance of word-of-mouth referrals, and how he differentiates his business in a competitive market. Ryan emphasizes the value of seeking help, balancing operations with growth, and his future goals for the business.

Takeaways

• Ryan transitioned from the culinary industry to home renovations.
• Finding clientele is a major challenge for new businesses.
• Starting with small jobs can lead to bigger opportunities.
• Building relationships with clients is crucial for repeat business.
• Word of mouth is a powerful marketing tool.
• Discounts for referrals can help grow the business.
• Using social media to showcase work is effective.
• Balancing family time with business responsibilities is important.
• Material costs can significantly impact pricing.
• Having a supportive partner can aid in business operations.

Sound Bites

"I'm not in this business to become rich."

"YouTube was my best friend starting off."

"I actually show up when I say I'm going to."

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Ryan Caldwell

02:20 Transition from Culinary to Renovation

04:38 Challenges in the Renovation Business

06:34 The Importance of Seeking Help

09:20 Differentiating in a Competitive Market

11:58 Balancing Operations and Growth

13:59 Future Goals for Houston's Renovations

16:21 Weird Discoveries in Renovations

18:58 Digital Marketing Tactics

20:42 Advice for Aspiring Entrepreneurs

Podcast Recorded With Riverside.FM

In this episode of the Business Growth Accelerator, Brandon BKXX Garcia interviews Charlie Korten, a successful home remodeling entrepreneur from Florida.

Charlie shares his inspiring journey from a troubled past as a drug addict to finding purpose through ministry work, which ultimately led him to start his own business.

He discusses the importance of slow and steady growth, leveraging social media for marketing, and the significance of building a strong team.

Charlie emphasizes the value of helping others succeed and his excitement for the future of his business.

Takeaways

• Charlie transitioned from a troubled past to a successful business owner.
• Ministry work played a crucial role in Charlie's life transformation.
• Slow and steady growth is key to sustainable business success.
• Leveraging social media groups can drive significant business leads.
• Visual content is more engaging than static images in marketing.
• Building a strong team is essential for scaling a business.
• Charlie measures success by the impact he has on others' lives.
• Investing in professional help can enhance business growth.
• Branding is vital for long-term business success.
• Charlie is excited about the future and aims for continued growth.

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Podcast Recorded with Riverside.FM