OWNR OPS Podcast

In this episode of the OWNR OPS Podcast, I interview Baird Kleinsmith, the Sultan of Storage. Baird bought his first self-storage property in 2021 and has since grown the portfolio to 9 properties & $2.6mm of annual revenues. What's more impressive is this business kicks off close to $900k per year in annual cash flow while being managed by an offshore team in Latin America.📙Free Service Startup Playbook To Generate Your First $100k: https://www.ownrops.com/playbook💪Here’s what we cover in this episode:✅how he bought his first self-storage property✅deal structure, financing terms, how much cash he brought to the table✅how he bought the 2nd property✅how he manages his team with offshore talent in Latin America✅how every U.S. business owner can leverage remote talent in Latin America for $1500 / month or less✅tactical advice for how to hire offshore - payment, expectations, talent available, etc.Show notes:Tools Baird Uses:1. DialPad - AI powered customer intelligence & team communication2. Notion - documenting SOPs3. Google Drive - storage4. Melio - Intelligent Bill Pay ServicesThis episode is full of great tips for anyone looking to buy a business, grow quickly, or use remote workers. #SelfStorageBusiness #OffshoreTalent#RemoteWork #BusinessGrowth #EntrepreneurTips #LatinAmericaTalent #BusinessAdvice #InvestmentJourney #ScalingYourBusiness #SmallBusinessOwner #SelfStorageInvestment #OffshoreHiring #BusinessStrategy #BusinessExpansion🎧 Enjoying the podcast? Leave us a 5-star review on Apple or Spotify!This episode is brought to you by:📈Home Service Software: Jobber is the all-in-one business management software for service businesses. Get 20% off your first 6 months: https://go.getjobber.com/ownerops-spotify🚀Local SEO: Stryker Digital helps service businesses rank high on Google Search Results: https://stryker-digital.com/?el=oo✉️Weekly Newsletter: Want to get the most actionable tips from this episode?🔔Subscribe for free here: https://www.ownrops.com/newsletter

In this episode, Brandon Dixon, a former MLB player who now owns a street-sweeping business, shares how he made the transition from baseball to business, even though he had no prior experience. He talks about managing his business remotely and how industry connections, like Ruff, helped him along the way.Brandon also explains the challenges he faced when buying a street sweeping business and how he’s turning it around. 📙Free Service Startup Playbook To Generate Your First $100k: https://www.ownrops.com/playbook💪Here’s what we cover in this episode:✅Brandon’s journey from MLB player to street sweeping business owner✅The challenges of managing a business remotely while living in Arizona✅How books like Rich Dad Poor Dad inspired his business path✅Finding the SMB (Small and Medium Business) community through Twitter and podcasts✅How he bought a street-sweeping business that was losing money✅The deal he made to buy the business, including seller financing✅Unexpected equipment issues and how they negotiated a better dealIf you're thinking about changing careers or managing a business from afar, this episode has helpful insights you don’t wanna miss.#BusinessJourney #CareerChange #Entrepreneurship #BusinessOwnership #RemoteBusinessManagement #SmallBusinessOwner #BusinessAcquisition #SellerFinancing #SMBCommunity #BusinessGrowth #EntrepreneurAdvice #BusinessStrategy #BusinessLessons🎧 Enjoying the podcast? Leave us a 5-star review on Apple or Spotify!This episode is brought to you by:🔥 We use Jobber to manage our quoting, scheduling, & invoicing ➡️ Get 20% off your first 6 months here: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://go.getjobber.com/ownerops-spotify⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠📞 We moved our phone line to OpenPhone so that we can record calls, summarize & tag customers with AI, and integrate with Jobber. ➡️ Get 20% off OpenPhone here: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://get.openphone.com/ownr-ops⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠🚀 Get 50% DISCOUNT DialedIn Bookkeeping⁠: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.dialedinbookkeeping.com/ownrops ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 🚀Local SEO Stryker Digital: ⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://stryker-digital.com/?el=oo⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠📰 Sign up for the OWNR OPS Newsletter: Weekly growth tips from real 7-figure service OWNRS → ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ownrops.com/newsletter⁠⁠⁠⁠

In this episode, I sit down with the pest control expert Casey McDaniel to discuss his recent business acquisition. Casey shares insights into the process of buying his first pest control company and the strategic decision behind it. 📙Free Service Startup Playbook To Generate Your First $100k: https://www.ownrops.com/playbook💪Here’s what we cover in this episode:✅Casey's decision to acquire a pest control business as part of his growth strategy✅The structure and size of the deal, including a $475,000 acquisition price✅How Casey used an SBA loan and seller financing to minimize upfront costs✅The challenges faced during the acquisition process, including delays and unexpected hurdles✅The first steps Casey took after acquiring the business, including integrating the new location into operations✅ Why they chose this path over organic growth and opening new branches✅The negotiation process: how they settled on the final purchase price after initial offersIf you’ve ever wondered about using acquisitions to grow a business, this episode offers valuable lessons.🎧 Enjoying the podcast? Leave us a 5-star review on Apple or Spotify!This episode is brought to you by:🔥 We use Jobber to manage our quoting, scheduling, & invoicing ➡️ Get 20% off your first 6 months here: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://go.getjobber.com/ownerops-spotify⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠📞 We moved our phone line to OpenPhone so that we can record calls, summarize & tag customers with AI, and integrate with Jobber. ➡️ Get 20% off OpenPhone here: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://get.openphone.com/ownr-ops⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠🚀 Get 50% DISCOUNT DialedIn Bookkeeping⁠: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.dialedinbookkeeping.com/ownrops ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 🚀Local SEO Stryker Digital: ⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://stryker-digital.com/?el=oo⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠📰 Sign up for the OWNR OPS Newsletter: Weekly growth tips from real 7-figure service OWNRS → ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ownrops.com/newsletter⁠⁠⁠⁠

We hit 35,000 listens! 🎉 A huge thank you to everyone for your amazing support of the OWNR OPS Podcast! 🙌📙Free Service Startup Playbook To Generate Your First $100k: https://www.ownrops.com/playbookIn this episode, I’ve got 3 exciting updates for you:1. Podcast & Brand Update2. Free Giveaway!3. OWNR OPS Content Is All Free!Want to enter the giveaway? Follow these 5 easy steps:1. Subscribe to our YouTube Channel  https://www.youtube.com/@theownerop2. Sign Up for Our Weekly Newsletter https://www.ownrops.com/newsletter3. Leave a 5-Star Review on Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ownr-ops-podcast/id17197946284. Leave a 5-Star Review on Spotify  https://open.spotify.com/show/03aIzodPlVpuoyFM2D1q1o?si=15587a1aadb0478e5. Join the Free Skool Community https://www.skool.com/ownr-ops/aboutRemember:  ✅Work Hard  ✅Do Your Best  ✅Never Settle For LessIf you're enjoying the podcast, we’d love to hear your thoughts! 🎧 Enjoying the podcast? Leave us a 5-star review on Apple or Spotify!This episode is brought to you by:🔥 We use Jobber to manage our quoting, scheduling, & invoicing ➡️ Get 20% off your first 6 months here: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://go.getjobber.com/ownerops-spotify⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠📞 We moved our phone line to OpenPhone so that we can record calls, summarize & tag customers with AI, and integrate with Jobber. ➡️ Get 20% off OpenPhone here: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://get.openphone.com/ownr-ops⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠🚀 Get 50% DISCOUNT DialedIn Bookkeeping⁠: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.dialedinbookkeeping.com/ownrops ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 🚀Local SEO Stryker Digital: ⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://stryker-digital.com/?el=oo⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠📰 Sign up for the OWNR OPS Newsletter: Weekly growth tips from real 7-figure service OWNRS → ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ownrops.com/newsletter⁠⁠⁠⁠

In this episode, we are with Bodhi Gallo again, he is a co-founder of Striker Digital. Bodhi shares expert insights into local SEO strategies that can help your service business rank higher on Google and bring in more leads. Whether you're in landscaping, plumbing, or another service industry, this episode has valuable advice for everyone looking to grow their online presence.📙Free Service Startup Playbook To Generate Your First $100k: https://www.ownrops.com/playbook💪Here’s what we cover in this episode:✅The importance of optimizing your Google My Business profile for better visibility.✅How local service businesses can rank #1 on Google✅The value of appearing in the Google Map Pack over traditional search results.✅Why customer reviews and ratings are crucial for building trust in local searches.✅How Google AI is shaping search results and how it benefits local businesses.✅The impact of Google Maps and AI-powered search results on consumer behavior.#SEOforBusiness  #LocalSEO  #GoogleMyBusiness  #ServiceBusinessGrowth #GoogleMapPack  #SEOtips  #LocalBusinessSuccess  #StrykerDigital #SmallBusinessMarketing  #OnlineMarketing  #BusinessGrowth  #SEOforSmallBusiness  #DigitalMarketing  #RankNumberOne  #LandClearingBusiness  #GrowYourBusiness  #MarketingStrategies  #GoogleRanking🎧 Enjoying the podcast? Leave us a 5-star review on Apple or Spotify!This episode is brought to you by:📈Home Service Software: Jobber is the all-in-one business management software for service businesses. Get 20% off your first 6 months: https://go.getjobber.com/ownerops-spotify🚀Local SEO: Stryker Digital helps service businesses rank high on Google Search Results: https://stryker-digital.com/?el=oo✉️Weekly Newsletter: Want to get the most actionable tips from this episode?🔔Subscribe for free here: https://www.ownrops.com/newsletter

Welcome back! In this episode, I’m joined by Andy Walker, co-founder of Stryker Digital, a company that specializes in SEO services for local home service businesses. Andy and his team have been key in getting Bearclaw to the top of local search rankings, and today, we’re diving into how they've achieved that success.📙Free Service Startup Playbook To Generate Your First $100k: https://www.ownrops.com/playbook💪Here’s what we cover in this episode:✅How Stryker Digital helped Bear Claw achieve top rankings in local search results.✅Stryker Digital's philosophy on building a successful business through long-term client relationships.✅The importance of operations in driving business success.✅How lead generation and effective SEO can grow your brand and attract more customers.✅Why a dual approach of local outreach and professional marketing is essential for business growth.✅The role of SEO and Google Ads in balancing both defense and offense in marketing efforts.If you’re interested in growing your service business, be sure to check out Stryker Digital for SEO services at strykerdigital.com, and for social media help, visit https://www.cedardigitalconsulting.com Don't forget to like, subscribe, and leave a 5-star review if you’re enjoying the podcast. It helps us reach more people and grow the community.#SEO #SmallBusinessMarketing #OwnerOperator #LocalBusiness #Entrepreneurship #DigitalMarketing #ServiceBusinessThis episode is brought to you by:📈Home Service Software: Jobber is the all-in-one business management software for service businesses. Get 20% off your first 6 months: https://go.getjobber.com/ownrops🌱Grow Your Online Presence: Bear Claw Media provides FB Ads & Content Creation for service & trade business: https://www.gobearclawmedia.com🚀Local SEO: Stryker Digital helps service businesses rank high on Google Search Results: http://stryker-digital.com/?el=oo✉️Weekly Newsletter: Want to get the most actionable tips from this episode?🔔Subscribe for free here: https://www.ownrops.com/newsletter

In this episode, I’m joined by two friends and fellow excavation professionals, Mike and Brock. Mike specializes in general excavation, while Brock focuses on septic systems. We dive into a roundtable discussion, sharing insights on everything from pricing strategies and bidding to the challenges of the excavation industry.📙Free Service Startup Playbook To Generate Your First $100k: https://www.ownrops.com/playbook💪In this episode, we cover:✅Bidding, estimating, and pricing strategies in the excavation business.✅Their creative marketing techniques, and how they approach sending estimates effectively.✅Impact of seasonal changes, such as spring thaw and load restrictions on excavation operations✅Challenges with weight limits and fines in essential services.If you enjoyed this episode, don’t forget to hit that subscribe button so you never miss an update.  #Entrepreneurship #SmallBusinessTips #ExcavationBusiness #StartYourOwnBusiness #ServiceBusiness #BusinessGrowth #EntrepreneurJourney #BusinessInspiration #ExcavationIndustry #SmallBusinessOwner #BiddingAndEstimating #LocalBusiness #BusinessSuccess #BuildYourBusiness🎧 Enjoying the podcast? Leave us a 5-star review on Apple or Spotify!This episode is brought to you by:📈Home Service Software: Jobber is the all-in-one business management software for service businesses. Get 20% off your first 6 months: https://go.getjobber.com/ownrops🌱Grow Your Online Presence: Bear Claw Media provides FB Ads & Content Creation for service & trade business: https://www.gobearclawmedia.com🚀Local SEO: Stryker Digital helps service businesses rank high on Google Search Results: http://stryker-digital.com/?el=oo✉️Weekly Newsletter: Want to get the most actionable tips from this episode?🔔Subscribe for free here: https://www.ownrops.com/newsletter

In this episode, Mike Flaugher, a fellow excavation contractor and longtime friend. Mike shares his incredible journey from working as a foreman for 14 years to starting his own excavation business. He discusses the creative marketing tactics he uses to grow his company.📙Free Service Startup Playbook To Generate Your First $100k: https://www.ownrops.com/playbook💪In this episode, we cover:✅Mike’s Journey: From 14 years as a foreman to launching his own excavation business✅ The benefits of creative strategies such as signage on equipment and taking different routes home for increased visibility✅The importance of 5-star reviews on Apple and Spotify for growing your business onlineThanks for tuning in to today’s episode! I hope Mike's journey and marketing tips inspire you as you build your own business.#EntrepreneurLife #ExcavationBusiness #SmallBusinessGrowth #BusinessTips #MarketingStrategies #LocalBusiness #Excavation #Entrepreneurship #BusinessBuilding #BusinessSuccess #StartYourOwnBusiness #BusinessJourney #SelfMade #LocalService🎧 Enjoying the podcast? Leave us a 5-star review on Apple or Spotify!This episode is brought to you by:📈Home Service Software: Jobber is the all-in-one business management software for service businesses. Get 20% off your first 6 months: https://go.getjobber.com/ownrops🌱Grow Your Online Presence: Bear Claw Media provides FB Ads & Content Creation for service & trade business: https://www.gobearclawmedia.com🚀Local SEO: Stryker Digital helps service businesses rank high on Google Search Results: http://stryker-digital.com/?el=oo✉️Weekly Newsletter: Want to get the most actionable tips from this episode?🔔Subscribe for free here: https://www.ownrops.com/newsletter

In this episode, I’m joined by Alex Forbes, an entrepreneurial cabinet maker who grew his business, Lane 17 Cabinet Company, from crafting cutting boards in his garage to a multi-million dollar operation. Let’s dive into Alex’s journey, the challenges of scaling a business, and the importance of having an owner-operator mindset.📙Free Service Startup Playbook To Generate Your First $100k: https://www.ownrops.com/playbook💪In this episode, we cover:✅Alex’s journey from garage to multi-million dollar business✅The importance of the owner-operator mindset✅How to scale your business with practical stepsWhether you’re in the corporate world or ready to jump into entrepreneurship, remember that hard work and persistence will pay off.#Entrepreneurship #SmallBusiness #OwnerOperator #Cabinetry #BusinessGrowth #Motivation #BusinessTipsRemember:  ✅Work Hard  ✅Do Your Best  ✅Never Settle For Less🎧 Enjoying the podcast? Leave us a 5-star review on Apple or Spotify!This episode is brought to you by:📈Home Service Software: Jobber is the all-in-one business management software for service businesses. Get 20% off your first 6 months: https://go.getjobber.com/ownrops🌱Grow Your Online Presence: Bear Claw Media provides FB Ads & Content Creation for service & trade business: https://www.gobearclawmedia.com🚀Local SEO: Stryker Digital helps service businesses rank high on Google Search Results: http://stryker-digital.com/?el=oo✉️Weekly Newsletter: Want to get the most actionable tips from this episode?🔔Subscribe for free here: https://www.ownrops.com/newsletter

In this episode, we talk about the power of waking up early and outworking your competition. Success isn’t handed to you—it’s earned by putting in the extra hours and pushing yourself to be better every day. I'll share how starting your day early can give you a competitive edge, helping you stay ahead in the game. 📙Free Service Startup Playbook To Generate Your First $100k: https://www.ownrops.com/playbookTune in for tips on how to outwork the competition and build momentum for success!If you're planning to start your own local business and want to learn from other business owners, make sure to subscribe and leave us a 5-star review!Remember:  ✅Work Hard  ✅Do Your Best  ✅Never Settle For Less🎧 Enjoying the podcast? Leave us a 5-star review on Apple or Spotify!This episode is brought to you by:📈Home Service Software: Jobber is the all-in-one business management software for service businesses. Get 20% off your first 6 months: https://go.getjobber.com/ownrops🌱Grow Your Online Presence: Bear Claw Media provides FB Ads & Content Creation for service & trade business: https://www.gobearclawmedia.com🚀Local SEO: Stryker Digital helps service businesses rank high on Google Search Results: http://stryker-digital.com/?el=oo✉️Weekly Newsletter: Want to get the most actionable tips from this episode?🔔Subscribe for free here: https://www.ownrops.com/newsletter