The Koerner Office - Business Ideas and Deep Dives with Chris Koerner He Copied an Idea I Posted and Built a $2,600/Week Business⏐Ep. #267
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Jan 20, 2026 A viral idea sparked Tim's journey into running an RC construction business. He creatively adjusted pricing, doubling demand while navigating county fairs and events. Tim shared insights on building custom session-tracking software to enhance scalability. His biggest win was earning $2,600 in just one week. As he plans to open a retail location and explore franchising, he reflects on the importance of validating low-cost, offline business concepts. Plus, he highlights the significance of strategic networking and iteration for growth.
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Use Bundles And Memberships
- Offer bundled or loyalty pricing to encourage repeat visits and longer play.
- Tim used buy-two-get-one deals and plans memberships at the store to raise LTV.
Controls Appeal To Adults Too
- Adults, including people who operate real heavy equipment, love these RC controls as much as kids.
- The controls mimic real machinery, expanding the audience beyond children to hobbyists and professionals.
Validate With A Low-Cost Mobile Model
- You can validate with a mobile/trailer model for roughly $10–11K before committing to a storefront.
- Tim broke even after selling ~1,700 sessions and booked private parties while recouping startup costs.