The Koerner Office - Business Ideas and Small Business Deep Dives with Entrepreneurs

Chris Koerner

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Hey, I'm Chris Koerner - serial entrepreneur, business ideas addict, and your new ADHD business ideas best friend. I've started 75 businesses, with 10 of them being worth 7-8+ figures. I love startup ideas!

Want to make money, grow a business, or just start a side hustle? You're in the right spot.

This show covers:

Real-world growth hacking tips
- Deep dives into cool business ideas and AI tools.
- Simple business advice for small business & startups
- Ways to make money with side hustles and home services

How to invest in RV parks or mobile home parks

Sometimes I'll chat with another entrepreneur buddy, sometimes I'll go solo.

I've built lots of companies, run multiple businesses, and made tons of mistakes (so you don't have to).

If you love entrepreneurship, marketing, business ideas or agency life, this show is for you.

Let's make you some money with cool business ideas! Find me at TKOPOD.COM
Chris Koerner of The Koerner Office

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How to Start this $337k/Yr Service Business You’ve Never Heard Of⏐Ep. #139

The Koerner Office - Business Ideas and Small Business Deep Dives with Entrepreneurs

03/05/25 • 30 min

I sat down with Marc Gaskins (https://x.com/OvenPusher) of Event Kitchens to discuss his $337k/year event rental business in Charleston, South Carolina. Marc noticed caterers needed quality equipment and turned that opportunity into a thriving business. We explored how a bar fire led to community support, becoming a turning point. We also discussed the value of patient growth versus rapid scaling. Marc explained the unit economics of renting convection ovens, the benefits of a niche focus on caterers, and his warehouse hacking real estate strategy. He also shared why he's relied on organic growth and his future interests. This episode offers actionable insights for starting an event rental business.

00:00 Highlights
00:34 The Beginning of Squeeze Bar
01:18 First Equipment Purchases
02:18 The Bar Burns Down
02:42 Community Support and Business Growth
04:44 Competitor Exits the Market
06:17 Slow and Steady Growth
08:38 Unit Economics of Rental Items
17:31 Equipment Insights and Investment Strategies
18:21 Expanding Beyond Charleston
19:22 Organic Marketing and Customer Relationships
20:47 Catering to Caterers: Business Operations
22:03 Scaling and Maintenance Opportunities
24:11 Exploring New Business Ideas
25:58 Starting Fresh in a New Market
29:05 Challenges and Rewards of the Business
30:45 Team and Facilities Overview
34:24 Financials and Final Thoughts

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Making $23K/Month by Month 2 with a B2B Home Service | Holdco Bros Discuss! Ep. #140

The Koerner Office - Business Ideas and Small Business Deep Dives with Entrepreneurs

03/07/25 • 37 min

OG Episode that inspired Tyler: B2B Stump Grinding. Cash Cow or Dud?

HoldCo Bros are back! In this episode, we feature Tyler (https://x.com/StumpGuyTy), a listener who acted on our B2B stump grinding idea after hearing it on a previous episode, which led him to quit his 9-to-5 job. Tyler shares how he followed our advice word-for-word, testing the concept in Boise before launching in Provo. By implementing our strategies, he achieved impressive results, with $23,000 in September alone. He provides key insights into building relationships with tree trimming companies, his pricing strategy, and cold outreach techniques and more.

Learn more about Nik here: http://linktr.ee/cofoundersnik

Share your ideas with us:

00:00 Highlights
00:37 Tyler's Journey: From B2B Sales to Stump Grinding
01:13 The Initial Spark: Discovering Stump Grinding
01:41 Building the Business: Early Challenges and Successes
02:27 The B2B Sales Connection
04:41 Testing the Market: Boise vs. Provo
06:03 First Jobs and Early Experiences
12:05 Overcoming Hurdles: Mistakes and Lessons Learned
15:11 Revenue Growth and Scaling the Business
17:45 Financing the Stump Grinder
18:40 Monthly Earnings Breakdown
20:05 Building Business Relationships
21:46 Pricing and Payment Structure
23:22 Marketing Strategies
29:03 Future Business Prospects
32:18 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

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Is Consistency Overrated? Content, Wins & Losses, Investments, & Our 2024 Business Lessons⏐Holdco Bros Discuss! Ep. #113

The Koerner Office - Business Ideas and Small Business Deep Dives with Entrepreneurs

01/03/25 • 44 min

HoldCo Bros are back! Nik and I talk about our absolutely transformative 2024. It was a year of big wins and some pretty big fails, and we're breaking it all down. Is consistency overrated when it comes to content? We're debating that and more!
We discussed the world of content creation, going from cringe to building an audience of over a million people across multiple platforms. We explore how short-form video is like a lottery ticket - a small investment that can change everything. We also discuss how building an audience can create new opportunities, such as launching our vending machine business that already did over $200k in sales, as well as getting into some unsexy but profitable businesses. Of course, we're also talking about some tough lessons learned from our crypto business and other ventures that didn't work out. Plus, we're sharing our exciting plans for 2025.
Learn more about Nik here: http://linktr.ee/cofoundersnik

Timestamps below. Enjoy!
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Watch this on YouTube instead here: tkopod.co/p-yt
Ask me a question on or off the show here: http://tkopod.co/p-ask
Learn more about me: http://tkopod.co/p-cjk
Learn about my company: http://tkopod.co/p-cof
Follow me on Twitter here: http://tkopod.co/p-x
Free weekly business ideas newsletter: http://tkopod.co/p-nl
Share this podcast: http://tkopod.co/p-all
Scrape small business data: http://tkopod.co/p-os
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00:00 Reflecting on a Chaotic Year
01:22 Quitting the Job and Embracing Entrepreneurship
02:31 The Power of Content Creation
03:59 Building an Audience and Exploring Opportunities
05:33 The Impact of Short Form Video
07:46 Turning Ideas into Reality
14:40 The Value of Consistency and Passion in Content
23:15 Exploring the Fun of Reporting
23:48 Big Wins and Validations
26:08 Building a Sales Team
28:31 Launching Repeat Leads
29:46 Investing in Communities and Businesses
36:51 Challenges and Failures
42:24 Looking Forward to 2025

Q&A: Street sweeping probs, realtor websites, quitting a job for a moving biz. Ep. #001 Small Business Ideas and Entrepreneurship

The Koerner Office - Business Ideas and Small Business Deep Dives with Entrepreneurs

02/22/24 • 71 min

Submit a question for the show: http://form.typeform.com/to/Eb8KaY0p
Watch the video version of this on YouTube instead: https://www.youtube.com/@thekoerneroffice?sub_confirmation=1
Free weekly business ideas newsletter: https://newsletter.chrisjkoerner.com/
Learn more about me: http://chrisjkoerner.com
Follow me on Twitter: https://twitter.com/mhp_guy
- How to grow a SoCal street sweeping biz
- What biz a sales guy should start in Houston
- How to uniquely grow a biz making websites for realtors
- How to fix occupancy issues in 2 Alabama RV parks
- To quit and grow a moving biz even more, or keep the job and try something else?
- What business in Norfolk, VA a guy should start with his 3 kids

4 Ways to Make Money by Spying on People. Ep #076

The Koerner Office - Business Ideas and Small Business Deep Dives with Entrepreneurs

10/09/24 • 43 min

I sat down with my good friend and office mate, Stephen Olmon (https://x.com/stephenolmon). Stephen owns a holding company (https://www.severalventures.com) and, like me, is addicted to startups. We talked through a bunch of business ideas, but kept circling back to one in particular: a meeting listening software that detects inappropriate behavior. Imagine a note-taking tool, but one that also identifies issues in real time - turning them into profit opportunities. We also discussed ideas like white-labeling software or plugins that are affordable to outsource, using call tracking software to help home service businesses, and even how reporting tax fraud could lead to a 30% payout from the government.

Timestamps below. Enjoy!

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Watch this on YouTube instead here: tkopod.co/p-yt
Ask me a question on or off the show here: http://tkopod.co/p-ask
Learn more about me: http://tkopod.co/p-cjk
Learn about my company: http://tkopod.co/p-cof
Follow me on Twitter here: http://tkopod.co/p-x
Free weekly business ideas newsletter: http://tkopod.co/p-nl
Share this podcast: http://tkopod.co/p-all
Scrape small business data: http://tkopod.co/p-os
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00:00 Highlights
00:13 Welcome to the Corner Office
00:58 Meet Steven Olmon: Entrepreneur and Mentor
01:41 Career Journey: From Consulting to Startups
05:51 The Birth of Quicker Marketing Agency
11:32 Business Ideas and Innovations
20:58 The Power of Quick Email Responses
22:48 Exploring Agency Ideas and Opportunities
23:12 The Tattletale Industry and New Regulations
26:18 Tax Fraud Whistleblowing: A Lucrative Opportunity
30:33 Call Listening for Customer Service Improvement
37:01 Niche Mentor Networks: A New Marketplace
42:13 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

018: Making $10k/Month Selling Cardboard Desks

The Koerner Office - Business Ideas and Small Business Deep Dives with Entrepreneurs

09/20/23 • 10 min

In this episode, we have a fascinating tale to share with you—one that highlights the incredible rise of Deskmate, a startup that started as a side hustle and transformed into a thriving business. We'll dive deep into their story, identify the key factors that went right, and provide you with actionable tips that you can implement in your own business ventures. So, get ready to be inspired and equipped with the knowledge you need to make your startup dreams a reality. Let's begin the journey into the world of entrepreneurial success with Deskmate!

I’m embarrassed to admit this (2 min)

The Koerner Office - Business Ideas and Small Business Deep Dives with Entrepreneurs

03/15/25 • 2 min

Did you stop listening to this podcast? If so, please listen to these 2 minutes.

032: $42k Months Selling Software for Maid Services

The Koerner Office - Business Ideas and Small Business Deep Dives with Entrepreneurs

10/06/23 • 6 min

Today, we're diving into the core principles that propelled ZenMaid to greatness. Keep listening to hear their journey of staying agile, building meaningful relationships, and embracing a culture of continuous learning and adaptation. These principles are not just part of ZenMaid's story; they are the pillars upon which any successful business stands. Get ready to be inspired and equipped with actionable insights as we uncover the secrets behind ZenMaid's phenomenal success. Stay with us; your entrepreneurial adventure begins now!
Introduction:

Welcome and introduction to ZenMaid's success story.
Brief overview of the principles discussed: staying agile, building strong relationships, and continuous learning and adaptation.

Principle 1: Stay Agile and Iterate Quickly

ZenMaid's approach to seeking constant feedback and making rapid iterations.
Concrete ways for businesses to apply this principle: using customer feedback for incremental improvements, embracing a culture of adaptability, and implementing changes swiftly to meet evolving customer needs.

Principle 2: Build Strong Relationships and Community

ZenMaid's creation of a supportive community and its impact on their success.
Practical applications for entrepreneurs: fostering connections through social media groups and meetups, engaging with customers genuinely, and leveraging community insights for business growth.

Principle 3: Never Stop Learning and Adapting

Nick's dedication to continuous learning and its influence on ZenMaid's strategies.
Actionable steps for businesses: investing in ongoing education, staying updated on industry trends, and adapting strategies based on acquired knowledge.

Conclusion:

Recap of the key principles: agility, relationships, and continuous learning.
Encouragement for listeners to implement these principles in their businesses.
Closing remarks and invitation to tune in for future episodes.

031: A Beard Care Brand Making $3.5k/Month

The Koerner Office - Business Ideas and Small Business Deep Dives with Entrepreneurs

10/05/23 • 6 min

In this episode, we delve into the inspiring journey of Nick, the mastermind behind Huskybeard, a beard care products business.

Stay tuned as we uncover the three pivotal principles that transformed Huskybeard from a struggling venture into a thriving success story. We'll be exploring the power of exceptional customer service, the impact of offering quality products, and the importance of diligent due diligence. These principles are not just stories from the annals of Huskybeard but invaluable lessons that every entrepreneur can apply in their own business ventures.
Introduction:

Brief overview of the episode's focus: Exploring the inspiring journey of Huskybeard and the essential principles that led to its success.

Part 1: Nick's Entrepreneurial Odyssey

Introducing Nick, the entrepreneur behind Huskybeard, his background, and his motivation to acquire the business.
Nick's journey as a serial entrepreneur and his search for a business that met specific criteria.

Part 2: The Three Principles of Success

Principle 1: Exceptional Customer Service

Discussing the significance of exceptional customer service in building brand loyalty and trust.
Highlighting Huskybeard’s approach to addressing customer concerns and fostering a positive customer experience.
Concrete ways for businesses to implement outstanding customer service in their operations.

Principle 2: Quality Products

Exploring the importance of offering high-quality products or services to establish a strong market presence.
How Huskybeard’s focus on product quality contributed to customer satisfaction and brand reputation.
Practical steps for businesses to ensure the quality of their offerings and continuously improve them.

Principle 3: Diligent Due Diligence

Emphasizing the critical role of thorough research and due diligence in making informed business decisions.
Discussing Nick's experience and the importance of verifying claims and assessing risks.
Actionable tips for entrepreneurs on conducting diligent due diligence before significant business endeavors.

Conclusion:

Summarizing the key takeaways: Exceptional customer service, quality products, and diligent due diligence as the pillars of business success.
Encouragement for listeners to apply these principles in their own entrepreneurial journeys.
Thanking listeners for tuning in and inviting them to stay connected for more insightful episodes.

I Started These 14 Businesses. Here’s How You Can Copy Them. Ep. #79

The Koerner Office - Business Ideas and Small Business Deep Dives with Entrepreneurs

10/16/24 • 37 min

This is part three of 'Every Business I've Ever Started'
Today, I’m doing something a little different. In this episode, I'm taking each business I've ever started and giving you actionable ideas on how you could start a similar business today. I believe that almost any business idea can be executed at any time, with a bias for action being key. Some ideas work in certain contexts, sure, but most of them are timeless if you put your spin on it. If you want even more business ideas, check out the previous episodes 14 and 21.

Timestamps below. Enjoy!
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Watch this on YouTube instead here: tkopod.co/p-yt
Ask me a question on or off the show here: http://tkopod.co/p-ask
Learn more about me: http://tkopod.co/p-cjk
Learn about my company: http://tkopod.co/p-cof
Follow me on Twitter here: http://tkopod.co/p-x
Free weekly business ideas newsletter: http://tkopod.co/p-nl
Share this podcast: http://tkopod.co/p-all
Scrape small business data: http://tkopod.co/p-os
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00:00 Introduction and Series Overview
01:19 Tree Biz Bootcamp: Launching and Lessons
04:20 Fast Tree Care: The Journey Begins
05:09 Binary Outcome Framework in Home Services
06:59 Blue Metric: RV Parks and Campgrounds
08:31 Busy: Aggregating Businesses for Sale
12:18 No Greasy: High-Quality Restaurant Degreaser
15:26 Lead Texters: Generating Leads via SMS
17:50 Easy MLS: Flat Fee Listing Service
18:54 Leveraging AI to Reduce Business Friction
19:37 Exploring Business Ideas on BizBuySell
24:22 Monetizing Content: Podcast and Newsletter
26:47 Consulting and Advising Business Owners
27:46 Speed to Ship: Innovative Shipping Software
29:43 Mexican Baseball Merchandise Opportunity
31:08 Better Parks: RV Park Investment
32:35 Busy Juice: Creating a Unique Beverage
34:16 Sunbeam ABA and Sunbeam Paws Ventures
37:11 Conclusion and Next Steps

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