The Koerner Office - Business Ideas and Small Business Deep Dives with Entrepreneurs
Chris Koerner
Hey, I'm Chris Koerner - serial entrepreneur, business ideas addict, and your new ADHD business ideas best friend. I've started 75 businesses, with 10 of them being worth 7-8+ figures. I love startup ideas!Want to make money, grow a business, or just start a side hustle? You're in the right spot.This show covers:- Real-world growth hacking tips- Deep dives into cool business ideas and AI tools.- Simple business advice for small business & startups- Ways to make money with side hustles and home services- How to invest in RV parks or mobile home parksSometimes I'll chat with another entrepreneur buddy, sometimes I'll go solo.I've built lots of companies, run multiple businesses, and made tons of mistakes (so you don't have to).If you love entrepreneurship, marketing, business ideas or agency life, this show is for you.Let's make you some money with cool business ideas! Find me at TKOPOD.COMChris Koerner of The Koerner Office
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Nov 19, 2025 • 41min
How to Start a Couch Flipping Business with $0⏐Ep. #249
Tim McLeod, known as the Full-Time Flipper, transformed a part-time couch flipping venture into a six-figure business. He shares his journey from nursing to flipping and discusses practical strategies for sourcing and selling quality couches. Tim reveals methods for engaging sellers, maximizing profits, and managing inventory efficiently. He highlights the significance of video inspections and offers tips for aspiring couch flippers. With a clear focus on profitable practices, Tim inspires listeners to dive into the world of furniture resale.
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Nov 17, 2025 • 41min
8 Untapped Business Ideas You Can Start This Weekend ⏐Ep. #248
Dive into eight entrepreneurial ideas that are ripe for the picking! Learn how a tiny town generates big bucks with local newsletters. Discover the psychology behind pricing hacks that can boost profits. Explore influencer partnerships to monetize audiences and tap into unique business models like Botox parties. Uncover how to leverage Etsy reviews to find trending products. These insights are actionable and waiting for you; all you need to do is get started!
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Nov 14, 2025 • 36min
I Helped Them Stop Wasting Money on the Wrong Audience⏐Ep. #247
Explore the innovative concept of portable pickleball courts and how to transform it into a thriving business. Discover effective strategies for identifying target audiences, including hardcore players and wealthy homeowners. Uncover the power of testing demand through surveys and Facebook ads tailored for different demographics. Learn how to structure ad campaigns, optimize landing pages, and utilize retargeting techniques. Consider the potential for a franchise model, all while focusing on building trust and generating validation before diving into marketing.
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Nov 12, 2025 • 41min
We Tried Building a Money-Making App in Under an Hour (No-Code)⏐Ep. #246
In this session, Brandon Doyle, a no-code expert and entrepreneur, teams up to build a lawn care quote generator using Emergent. They dive into the simplicity of prompt engineering, showcasing how basic prompts can yield impressive results. The duo navigates backend logic, design choices, and real-time pricing while racing against the clock. They highlight the value of instant quotes for home services and compare the cost-effectiveness of their delightful little apps against more extensive platforms. Tune in for their rapid app-building adventure!
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Nov 10, 2025 • 22min
The New Best Way to Make Money Reselling Online?!⏐Ep. #245
Shannon Jean, a reselling expert known for running auctions and teaching strategies on liquidation buying, dives into the lucrative world of live selling. She reveals how sellers can buy brand-new apparel for mere pennies through liquidation deals, and emphasizes the efficiency of live selling over traditional listings. Shannon introduces tools like Whatnot Spy for tracking auction trends and discusses creative ideas like vending machines selling mystery box returns. Tune in for tips on scaling reselling businesses and entering the exciting world of live commerce!
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Nov 7, 2025 • 29min
We Turned Random Words Into $20K/Month Businesses Ideas⏐Ep. #244
In this engaging discussion, entrepreneur Sam Thompson joins to turn random words into viable business concepts. Known for his creativity in micro-SaaS and e-commerce, Sam suggests imaginative ideas like an Office-themed chess set and a nightclub marketing agency called Full Lounge. He emphasizes the simplicity of starting profitable local services like garage cleanouts and the importance of focusing on high-value customers. With practical advice on entrepreneurship, Sam encourages taking action and embracing the abundance of opportunities.
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Nov 5, 2025 • 46min
This Is How You Actually Go From $0 to $100K Reselling Online⏐Ep. #243
Shannon Jean, a reselling and auction expert, shares invaluable insights on building a thriving reselling business from scratch. He dives into the importance of research before buying, revealing steps to identify what sells. Shannon shares inspiring success stories, including flipping couches for $40K and turning $1 book pallets into $5,000. He highlights often-overlooked products like rugs and restaurant equipment for profitable resale. With practical tips for sourcing and selling, Shannon equips listeners to turn small investments into substantial returns.
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Nov 3, 2025 • 48min
He Built a Simple App and Sold It for $200 Million⏐Ep. #242
Dan Porter, a serial entrepreneur and former game CEO, dives into his journey from creating the viral game Draw Something to founding the sports media company Overtime. He reveals how removing strangers from the game created a safer social experience and how small design tweaks led to massive success. Porter emphasizes outsider thinking, rapid shipping, and the importance of creating with a niche focus. He also shares insights on leveraging AI in creativity and the market potential in niches like TikTok-driven products.
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Oct 31, 2025 • 32min
How to Start a $20K/Month Business Selling to Lawyers⏐Ep. #241
Sam Thompson, an entrepreneur renowned for creating one-person lead-gen businesses, returns to share his latest venture into the divorce market. He discusses launching a $29 ebook designed for buyers that funnels directly to lawyers. Sam reveals how he used Meta ads for effective early marketing, navigated ad restrictions due to personal hardship classifications, and boosted trust through physical book copies. The conversation touches on smart metrics, the potential for profit, and why niche books can elevate lead quality and pricing.
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Oct 29, 2025 • 27min
Make $1K Per Job While Outsourcing the Hard Work⏐Ep. #240
Jeff Price, the owner of TexasSlabGuys, shares his journey of building a successful concrete leveling business in just three months. He reveals how he achieved nearly $20K in revenue by subcontracting work and targeting less competitive Texas markets. Jeff’s customer acquisition strategies include using Facebook ads and cleverly utilizing Nextdoor. He also discusses virtual quoting processes, plans for annualized services, and unique upsell strategies. Hear his insights on balancing a full-time job while scaling a thriving side business!
