In this episode Steve Larosiliere interviews Ben and Nick from Fresh Start Contracting. They share how they started the business while in college and the challenges they faced along the way. They emphasize the importance of their partnership and how they complement each other’s strengths. They also talk about their focus on custom remodeling and the preferences of their high-end clientele. Ben and Nick discuss their marketing strategies, including social media and word-of-mouth referrals. They share their goals for the future and their commitment to staying ahead in the industry.

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Key takeaways:

  • Starting a business with a trusted partner can provide support and complementary skills.
  • Custom remodeling is a significant part of their business, catering to high-end clientele.
  • Marketing strategies include social media presence and word-of-mouth referrals.
  • Adapting to industry trends and staying ahead of the competition is crucial for success.
  • Their goal is to become a $50 million annual company and be the best in their area.

Titles

  • Marketing Strategies: Building a Strong Presence
  • Custom Remodeling: Catering to High-End Clientele

Sound Bites

“We started this little, you know, painting and handyman business. And that was about 18 years ago.”

“There is power in being two of us. So if somebody quit, they quit both of us.”

“We want to be a $50 million annual company, do an annual $50 million a year.”

Chapters

00:00Childhood Friends to Business Partners

05:28The Power of Partnership

09:32Goals and Aspirations

13:33Marketing Strategies

22:05Catering to High-End Clientele

23:17Working with Smart Clients

28:34Focus on Custom Remodeling

32:32Building a Strong Online Presence

33:43The Future of Fresh Start Contracting

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Connect with Nick and Ben at:

https://www.instagram.com/freshstartcorp/