The Koerner Office - Business Ideas and Small Business Deep Dives with Entrepreneurs Deep Dive: This Dude Quit His Job to Make $18K/Month With This… Ep. #99
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Dec 2, 2024 Cinco Winston, founder of True Line Striping TX, shares his inspiring journey from a stable construction job to a thriving pavement marking business in Waco, Texas. He dives deep into his customer acquisition tactics, including the art of door-knocking and the power of networking. Cinco reveals his pricing strategies for various projects and discusses the importance of operational efficiency. With insights on managing cash flow and scaling his business, his story is a compelling blend of challenges and triumphs in entrepreneurship.
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Parking Lot Snobs
- Cinco and his wife have become parking lot snobs since starting the business.
- They now critique the quality of parking lot striping everywhere they go.
Early Discounts for Credibility
- Offer discounts to early clients to build a portfolio and positive reviews.
- This helps establish credibility when starting a new business.
Small Job Economics
- Small striping jobs offer high-profit margins, sometimes up to 75%.
- A small job can yield $180/hour profit with minimal overhead.