From weekend side hustle to full-time: what would you start with?
Hey everyone We’re in NJ and exploring starting a weekend home service business that could eventually replace full-time income. My husband comes from road service and gas station inventory work—very hands-on, problem-solving, and customer-facing. The plan is to start on weekends, replace overtime first, and grow from there. For those who’ve done it: - What service did you start with on weekends? - What would you do differently if you were starting again? - Any service you wish you hadn’t tried? Would love to hear real stories and lessons learned.185Views1like8CommentsWho is running off of EOS? How has it helped your business grow?
I am a member of a local BNI group. Recently I had a EOS coach join my BNI chapter. I did a free 90 minute consultation with him on EOS. I am looking at potentially making the investment to hire them and fully implement EOS into my business. I'm just curious how it is working for others before jumping into it. EOS is based off the book, "Traction" my Gino Wickman.73Views1like2CommentsLets Celebrate - What are your wins for Q1?
I'll start - some of my Q1 wins are: Stayed busy throughout the winter and ensuring my guys have work. Secured several new big contract jobs for the next few months. Worked on content and made several videos for social media (Something new for me that we are trying).16Views0likes1CommentMeet the 2025 Jobber Grants recipients!
It’s time to celebrate home service! 🎉 We're thrilled to highlight this year’s Jobber Grants recipients and recognize the incredible dedication of the entire home service community. Head to jobber.com/grants to read about this incredible group of home service pros! This year, we were blown away by the thousands of applications we received from across the U.S. and Canada. Each story shared reflects the passion, grit, and entrepreneurial spirit that powers home service businesses. You can follow along on Instagram, Facebook, X, LinkedIn, and TikTok and help spread the word about all the great work local home service businesses do every day. Congratulations to our 15 recipients for 2025! 👏233Views4likes5CommentsWhen did your business start to feel truly professional?
A lot of service pros describe a clear turning point 👉 when their business started running more like a real operation and less like constant improvisation. Before: Chasing payments Re-explaining prices on every job Customers hesitating or shopping around After: Quotes get approved faster Customers trust you earlier in the process Your business feels organized, even on busy days If you’ve experienced that shift, what changed? Was it how you quoted, how customers booked, how you got paid, or something else entirely? And if you haven’t felt that shift yet, what do you think would make the biggest difference?54Views0likes1CommentWhat gave you the courage to finally go “all in” on your business?
Looking back, what gave you the confidence to go all in? Was it a financial milestone, confidence in your craft, a mindset shift, or something else? In this episode of Masters of Home Service, Kevin Cook talks about: Starting a business while keeping a steady paycheck How survival-mode thinking hurts your sales and success The lessons and mindset shifts that helped him rebuild and start over Never miss an episode of Masters of Home Service. Subscribe on Apple, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts.
18Views0likes0CommentsWould you offer junk removal services after listening to this?
I just listened to Hunter Patrick (Dumpire) share how he turned an $80 couch pickup into a thriving, $1M junk removal business. In this episode of Masters of Home Service, he digs into: What it really takes to start a junk removal company (no fancy degree needed) Why the margins are so strong compared to other trades His mindset, marketing, and pricing tips for scalable growth Would you ever start a junk removal business—or add it as an extra service to what you already do? Never miss an episode of Masters of Home Service. Subscribe on Apple, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts.
33Views0likes0CommentsDoes Time Expose the Wrong Employee? Always.
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.Solved274Views2likes6CommentsGIVEAWAY CLOSED: Share What You Know. Learn From Someone New. (The $100 Coffee Card? Just a Bonus)
Every day, convos in this community help someone run their business a little smoother—pricing, hiring, workflows, and everything in between. As we wrap up the year, we want to spark even more of those helpful conversations. The giveaway is just a nudge to jump in. ☕ From Dec 1~31, engage to enter to win 1 of 10 × $100 Coffee Gift Cards 💌 How to Enter 1️⃣ Start a post—share a story, question, lesson learned, or goal from your business. Pick a board and click Start a Discussion to post. 2️⃣ Reply to another member’s post to earn an extra entry—your perspective or encouragement could be exactly what someone needs. That’s it! Every post and reply helps keep this community strong and earns you more chances to win. Congrats to our lucky 10 winners! 🎉 Thank you for being such a thoughtful and engaged part of the community. We really appreciate you sharing your experiences and showing up for other members! berrycleanusa RedAlder DarrenSteele jonmaegaard MonkeyDLuffy danjhu Kamgard totalkare abbahvac Dina_PJC Terms & Conditions497Views4likes6Comments