The UpFlip Podcast 166. Side Hustle to 6-Figures - How to Start a Pooper Scooper Business
Dec 16, 2024
In this enlightening conversation with Erica Krupin, founder of the thriving Crouppen Poopin Scoopin, discover how she transformed a simple side hustle into a six-figure pet waste removal business. Erica shares key steps for launching this often-overlooked venture, focusing on startup costs, acquiring initial customers, and effective marketing tactics. Delve into her financial journey, the importance of quality control, and her insights on team management. Her strategies for growth reveal that even the most unconventional businesses can lead to remarkable success.
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Origin Story
- Erica Krupin, a pharmacist, disliked her job and sought a change.
- Inspired by a childhood inside joke, she started Crouppin's Poopin' Scoopin'.
Low Startup Costs
- Startup costs for a pooper scooper business can be low, around $1,000 for basic equipment.
- This includes a trailer, bags, buckets, and marketing materials like business cards.
First Client
- Erica landed her first client through her personal Facebook network, charging $20 for an hour's work.
- Despite undercharging, the experience validated her business idea.