Im New to jobber but i made the cut for the 2 round of the grant!!!
As the title says, I made it to the second stage of the grant process. I’m excited for the opportunity and hopeful about making it through to the final round. To get to this point, I focused on building a clear vision for what I want to achieve and then developed a detailed business plan to support it. I took the time to work through future opportunities and challenges, equipment costs, hiring needs, startup expenses, overhead, working capital, and the different directions the business could take. My goal was to fully understand the potential of the business and create a solid foundation for growth. It took a lot of time and effort, but I believe the process has given me greater clarity and a stronger competitive edge. Overall, it has absolutely been worth it.What Does a Real Win Look Like When You're Running a Home Service Business?
What major win did you pull off for your company today, and how did you cut through the BS to get it finished? Well it doesnt feel like a major win though it doesnt feel small either and weather or not it amounts to anything is not the point right?What's the best piece of business advice you've ever received?
What's the most valuable business lesson you've ever learned? How did it change the way you run your business? Drop your advice in the comments so others can learn from it, too! In this special episode of Masters of Home Service, we revisit some of the most memorable advice shared by owners who've built million-dollar businesses from the ground up. Never miss an episode of Masters of Home Service. Subscribe on Apple, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts.
When do you turn down profitable plumbing work to protect your team and reputation?
In the early days of Sitko Plumbing and Drain Services in San Diego, I said yes to almost every call — evenings, weekends, 1+ hour drives, you name it. Sewer emergencies don’t wait, and I wanted the revenue. But I quickly learned that constantly overcommitting burned out my techs, led to rushed jobs, and hurt our quality. Last year we had a stretch where we were slammed with back-to-back mainline replacements. We pushed through, but the team was exhausted and one preventable callback slipped through. That hurt more than turning down a few jobs would have. Now we’re much more intentional: we protect core hours for our core customers, build in buffer time, and politely refer overflow to trusted partners when needed. It’s meant steadier growth, happier techs (just gave one a well-deserved raise and promotion), and better reviews overall. Question for the group: How do you decide when to say “no” or refer out work — even if it’s profitable — especially in a trade like plumbing where emergencies are constant? Curious how others balance growth vs. sustainability. Would love to hear what’s working for you!Did the Jobber Grant application open your eyes to anything that you could fix without it?
As I thought about my answers for the Jobber Grant after my application was submitted, I really started to think if money really is the only thing I need to succeed right now. I looked back and noticed I laid out an amazing roadmap for myself and the company! The answers were there all along. It was really amazing to see that I DO KNOW THE ANWERS, I CAN DO THIS! Receiving the Grant would be the most amazing thing to happen to my company, but then I thought, what if tomorrow I landed a job worth $10,000, $50,000, $100,000?? I can dream that I will be accepted for the Jobber Grant and have that financial impact turn my dreams for the future into reality of today. I also know if I keep thinking about how I answered those questions and I stick to my plan, then success will come. It was very empowering and gave me a huge confidence boost. I hope this post can open at least one more persons eyes like it opened mine. Know that if you think back on your answers, and stick to a plan, success will come to you too!What helped you build discipline while growing your business?
In a recent Masters of Home Service episode, Savannah Revis of Earth Love Cleaning shared how bodybuilding taught her the discipline to keep going when things got tough. That mindset helped her grow her cleaning business past $1 million. What about you? What experience, challenge, hobby, or sport taught you discipline or resilience? How did that lesson help you grow your business? Listen to Savannah's full episode below, where she talks about staying consistent while scaling, creating clear SOPs and checklists, and building the right team to support growth. Never miss an episode of Masters of Home Service. Subscribe on Apple, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts.
