Being Efficient Allows for Faster Growth and Scaling
Entrepreneurship is wild. You start with an idea, a little grit, and the belief that you can build something better than what exists. But the truth is, ideas are cheap. Execution is everything. And for us, Jobber has been one of the tools that turned execution into real growth. In the last 12 to 13 months, we have scaled our handyman home improvement business and our outdoor lighting company to nearly one million dollars in revenue. That kind of jump does not happen by accident. It happens because we built systems. It happens because we eliminated chaos. It happens because Jobber made it possible to run the business with efficiency and clarity. When your operations are tight, you get your life back as an entrepreneur. Instead of drowning in admin work, I get to lead. I get to hire better. I get to think bigger. I get to grow the business instead of chasing the business. Professional quotes and invoices have been a game changer. The moment our clients see a clean, organized, branded presentation, it sets the tone. It builds trust before the job even starts. We win more work because we look like the company customers want to say yes to. And we get paid faster because the billing process is simple and friction free. Then there is the marketing suite. That thing is a silent revenue engine. Reengaging past clients. Keeping our brand top of mind. Making sure we never miss an opportunity to earn a Google review that boosts our visibility and credibility. Those reviews stack up and they make a real difference. Jobber has helped us do what entrepreneurs dream of. Scale without burning out. Grow without losing our minds. Build systems that give us freedom instead of frustration. If your business feels stuck in the weeds, take a hard look at your operations. The right tools do not replace hard work, but they multiply it. And that multiplication is what takes you from surviving to scaling.Time Will Always Expose the Wrong Employee
Good afternoon all, I just had back to back meetings with our investor and business advisor Patrick Bet David. I wanted to share with you all some exciting notes from our 1 on 1... Business Lesson: Time Reveals the Truth About Employees When someone joins your company, they may look like the perfect fit at first. They say the right things, nod their head in meetings, and blend in with the culture. But here’s the reality: people can’t hide their true values for long. 1. The Filter of Time Good fits prove themselves through consistency, work ethic, and alignment with company values. Bad fits eventually slip — they cut corners, clash with culture, or show they were only there for a paycheck. Time sorts people better than any interview ever can. 2. You Don’t Have to Rush Sometimes you’ll see red flags right away, but other times it takes months. Don’t stress over catching everything immediately. Give people enough room to show their true selves. 3. The Donnie Brasco Lesson Joe Pistone (undercover FBI agent “Donnie Brasco”) spent nearly 6 years inside the mob before exposing 240 criminals. The point? No matter how well someone blends in, identity always surfaces. In business, the same is true: people reveal themselves eventually. 4. The Leader’s Job Confront directly when behavior clashes with values. Observe patiently when you’re not sure yet. Act decisively once the truth is clear. Takeaway Hiring is never about perfection, it’s about filtering and continuing to filter. Time is your ally. The right employees prove themselves. The wrong ones expose themselves. Your job is to stay sharp, pay attention, and act when the evidence is there.Increase Revenue - Cross-service Sales
Hey everyone! As many of you already know, it’s much more budget-friendly to market to our current customers than to chase after new ones. So, how can we make the most of our existing clientele? One simple approach is cross-selling! Did you just install a new hot water tank? How about offering an annual maintenance package for the HVAC system to keep everything running smoothly? Mowing lawns? Why not suggest spring and fall aeration, or even re-edge those garden beds! Cleaning houses? Don't forget to mention the window washing for those outdoor panes! Pumping septic? Share that you can install risers with easy-access lids! Just completed a gorgeous landscape? Encourage them to sign up for your maintenance package. Installed new outdoor light fixtures? We can also hang Christmas lights to bring some extra cheer! What are some creative ways you cross-sell your main services?Thinking of selling your business? Here’s how to build a business that’s worth buying
Buyers aren’t just buying your cool brand or logo. They’re buying for profit, strong systems, and a business that can run without you. 👇 Watch the latest Masters of Home Service episode as Forrest Derr and Daniel Dixon share what makes a business sellable 👇 🤔 Question for you: If you’ve thought about selling, what do you think would be the hardest part? Delegating, organizing financials, or stepping back from the business? Never miss an episode of Masters of Home Service. Subscribe on Apple, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts.
Can we be real? What do you do on the days/weeks you just want to quit?
Occasionally, I will have days or weeks I just want to give up. I'm 9 years in. I have had a lot of ups and downs. I have learned hard lessons. I have experienced big wins and losses. And every once in a while I feel defeated. I try everything to grow and make my business better and then I find myself taking steps backwards and feeling exhausted over the thoughts of having to build something again. This could be team members leaving that I invested in, money I saved that I now have to spend on repairs, or unexpected losses, and the list goes on. We all have those days we feel like we just don't have what it takes to actually make it. What do you do? How do you keep moving forward? Share some hopeful stories. Share the worst stories and how you overcame. I don't want to hear how you just win all the time. Tell me the stuff that made you sleepless, the stuff that made you cry, and that stuff that you thought you just couldn't rise from. I need some encouragement that even when I think the worst is happening I can still overcome and keep moving forward and win!When cash is tight, do you double down on marketing or pull back?
In this episode of Masters of Home ServiceDaniel Dixon joins Adam to share three growth tactics to help maximize revenue. One piece of advice they both agree on is to keep the foot on the gas for your marketing efforts even during slow periods. Agree? Disagree? Check out the full episode below. Never miss an episode of Masters of Home Service. Subscribe on Apple, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts.
$1K Home Depot Giftcard Giveaway 🔥🛠️
Have you registered for Jobber Now to get an exclusive first look at Jobber's newest features on September 25th? ✨👀 All registrants have a chance to win a $1,000 gift card to The Home Depot! 🧰 DOUBLE your chances of winning by commenting below to tell us about your business's biggest WIN so far this year! You'll receive an extra entry into our draw for this gift card. 🙌 Terms & ConditionsWhat motivated you to start your business? This young entrepreneur shares his story
At the 01:11 mark of this episode of the Masters of Home Service, Zech Osburn (who started his business right out of high school) says he started out of necessity as he had to move out of his parents’ house and start paying rent. What motivated you to start your business? Was it survival, opportunity, or something else? Never miss an episode of Masters of Home Service. Subscribe on Apple, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts.
HSC Exclusive Giveaway: Introduce Yourself, Fill out our Form, and Get a Sticker Pack
We’re giving away a limited number of exclusive Jobber Forum sticker packs to members who introduce themselves! To enter, answer the following in the thread below 👇 Your name Your business name and industry How many years have you been in business? What is your favorite thing about being a business owner? 🎁 Once you’ve posted your intro, fill out this quick form so we can mail you your stickers* 👉 https://forms.gle/WjgAEC1WwY37ZbGq8 *stickers will only be sent to participantsWhen pressure hits, who do you become?
Met with PBD today on our monthly call for Energize Us Edu. These were the lines that he shared with me about our current state: “Watch your language—the world will gives it to you back.” “Overwhelmed? The man upstairs says: give him more, he can handle it, or give him less” “You need the BEST people to handle pressure. Find the pulse on your team, their pain threshold, remove negative or “real talk” mentality, focussed on negative aspects calling it real talk.” Gods listening: Don’t ask for more if you fold when it shows up. I wanted to share this with you all. What do you think ?
