

From "Rental Car Rep" to 7-Figure Home Service Consulting Business | Phil Risher
May 24, 2025
Phil Risher, founder of Phlash Consulting, shares his inspiring journey from working at Enterprise Rent-A-Car to building a seven-figure consulting firm. He discusses how to scale home service businesses without needing a marketing degree, emphasizing systems and mindset. Phil reveals strategies for productizing services, structuring businesses for freedom, and leveraging CRMs like Jobber. He also highlights the importance of hiring the right talent and building referral partnerships, providing practical tips for entrepreneurs looking to grow their business.
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Phil's Unconventional Startup Journey
- Phil Risher transitioned from managing a $3 million Enterprise rent-a-car business to creating Flash Consulting.
- Living in a school bus, he combined management and digital marketing skills to grow home service businesses and launch his company.
Productize and Partner to Scale
- Productize your service by defining clear deliverables and workflows.
- Partner with trusted agencies to handle tasks you don't know while building your own expertise.
Leverage Experts with Transparency
- Don't hesitate to hire specialists or agencies even if you don't have expertise in all services.
- Communicate your role as manager of experts to clients to build trust and credibility.