Nikonomics - The Economics of Small Business 204 - Building an Eight-Figure Empire from a Window Washing Business with Brandon Vaughn
Jul 14, 2025
Brandon Vaughn, a dynamic entrepreneur who began a window washing business with his dad at 13, reveals how he scaled to an eight-figure empire with 12 companies. He shares the pivotal experience that shifted his mindset from owner-operator to visionary leader, leading to rapid growth for Wise Coatings. Vaughn discusses his innovative venture, Hirebus, which uses AI to transform recruitment, and explores the incredible 40x return on ad spend through personalized marketing. His insights on embracing discomfort and effective delegation are invaluable for aspiring entrepreneurs.
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Early Entrepreneurial Roots
- Brandon Vaughn started working with his dad in window washing at age 13, learning work ethic and hustle.
- His dad was an owner-operator for 33 years, teaching him valuable hands-on business experience early on.
Buying Dad's Business
- At 28, Brandon bought his dad's failing window washing business after a medical emergency.
- This forced him to transition from owner-operator to scalable business thinking to support his family.
Work On The Business
- Document systems, create processes, and work on your business rather than just in it.
- This aids in scaling by making training easier and stabilizing team performance.
