Nikonomics - The Economics of Small Business 114 - TOP PICK! How This 25-Year-Old Built a $1M+ Pest Control Business with Casey McDaniel
Jan 29, 2025
In this engaging conversation, Casey McDaniel, a dynamic 25-year-old entrepreneur, shares his journey of co-founding a pest control company that rakes in $1.3 million in recurring revenue. He reveals how he transformed an $8,000 investment into a million-dollar business within three years, focusing on the effectiveness of door-to-door sales as their primary growth strategy. Casey discusses the importance of route density, high margins, and the challenges of obtaining master licenses, offering invaluable insights for aspiring entrepreneurs.
AI Snips
Chapters
Transcript
Episode notes
Casey's Entry into Pest Control
- Casey McDaniel's path to pest control began after his LDS mission.
- He wanted to make money during college and explored various options before his cousin introduced him to door-to-door sales.
Seven-Figure Earners in Door-to-Door Sales
- Some door-to-door salespeople earn over a million dollars in just a few months by selling 1.5 million in revenue.
- This includes their personal commission and commissions from their recruited team.
Daily Grind of Door-to-Door Sales
- A typical day for door-to-door sales involves morning routines like gym and self-help, followed by team meetings.
- Afternoons are spent knocking on doors until dark.