Asking 3 young millionaires how they make $1.8M, $5M, & $12M/year
Summary
In this San Francisco episode of "Shoot Your Shot," hosts Sam Parr and Shaan Puri interview two founders. Nick, who runs a $12M backup generator service, discusses using AI to accelerate quoting and the challenges of recruiting skilled technicians. Kevin, who recently sold his "Smash My Trash" franchise for $1.8M, shares his sales-first approach to waste management and his plans to bootstrap his next venture.
Topics discussed
Introduction to Shoot Your Shot in San Francisco
Nick's $12M Backup Generator Business Pitch
Entrepreneurship Through Acquisition and Past Ventures
Competing on Speed and AI-Driven Quoting
The Technician Shortage and Training Solutions
Empowering Tradespeople and Future Vision
Kevin's $1.8M Smash My Trash Franchise Sale
Aggressive Sales Tactics and Early Growth
Operational Challenges and Exit Strategy
Lessons on Risk, Franchises, and Next Steps
Mercury Banking Sponsor Segment
Noam's TMJ Pen: Product and Viral Marketing
Bootstrapping Hardware with AI and 3D Printing
Financials and Strategic Growth Options
Preparing for Exit and Finding Brokers
Outro and Call to Subscribe
Marketing School Podcast Promotion
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