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The Small Business Safari - Finding a Profitable Niche | Todd Howard

Finding a Profitable Niche | Todd Howard

08/22/23 • 55 min

The Small Business Safari

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Achieving rapid profitability hinges on discovering a targeted niche that aligns with your capabilities, as it's often said that Niches bring the Riches! In pursuit of this objective, Todd crafted a comprehensive framework designed to guide you in not only identifying a lucrative niche within a marketplace but also in establishing dominance within it.His journey spans diverse domains, ranging from residential home construction to pioneering the realm of co-working space development. Did you know our amazing voices can go beyond just the microphone? Yes, we have video! Subscribe to our YouTube channel here!

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Todd’s Links:

• LinkedIn | @todd-howard-ba82581

• Website | https://growanichebusiness.com/

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GOLD NUGGETS:

(11:27) - Unique Selling Propositions in Business

(23:57) - Men’s Groups and Find a Niche

(30:26) - Helping People Find Their Niche Faster

(38:38) - Building a Niche Business

(48:48) - Customer Service and DIY Nightmares

(53:41) - Improving Business Through Specialization

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Previous guests on The Small Business Safari include Amy Lyle, Ben Alexander, Joseph Sission, Jonathan Ellis, Brad Dell, Chris Hanks, C.T. Emerson, Chad Brown, Tracy Moore, Wayne Sherger, David Raymond, Paul Redman, Gabby Meteor, Ryan Dement, Barbara Heil Sonneck, Bryan John, Tom Defore, Rusty Clifton, Duane Johns, Beth Miller, Jason Sleeman, Andy Suggs, Chris Michel, Jon Ostenson, Tommy Breedlove, Rocky Lalvani, Amanda Griffey, Spencer Powell, Joe Perrone, David Lupberger, Duane C. Barney, Dave Moerman, Jim Ryerson, Al Mishkoff, Scott Specker, Mike Claudio and more!

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Have any questions or comments? Connect with me here!

From the Zoo to Wild is a book for entrepreneurs passionate about home services, looking to move away from corporate jobs. Chris Lalomia, a former executive, shares his path, discoveries, and tools to succeed as a small business owner in home improvement retail. The book provides the mindset, habits, leadership style, and customer-oriented processes necessary to succeed as a small business owner in home services.

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Achieving rapid profitability hinges on discovering a targeted niche that aligns with your capabilities, as it's often said that Niches bring the Riches! In pursuit of this objective, Todd crafted a comprehensive framework designed to guide you in not only identifying a lucrative niche within a marketplace but also in establishing dominance within it.His journey spans diverse domains, ranging from residential home construction to pioneering the realm of co-working space development. Did you know our amazing voices can go beyond just the microphone? Yes, we have video! Subscribe to our YouTube channel here!

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Todd’s Links:

• LinkedIn | @todd-howard-ba82581

• Website | https://growanichebusiness.com/

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GOLD NUGGETS:

(11:27) - Unique Selling Propositions in Business

(23:57) - Men’s Groups and Find a Niche

(30:26) - Helping People Find Their Niche Faster

(38:38) - Building a Niche Business

(48:48) - Customer Service and DIY Nightmares

(53:41) - Improving Business Through Specialization

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Previous guests on The Small Business Safari include Amy Lyle, Ben Alexander, Joseph Sission, Jonathan Ellis, Brad Dell, Chris Hanks, C.T. Emerson, Chad Brown, Tracy Moore, Wayne Sherger, David Raymond, Paul Redman, Gabby Meteor, Ryan Dement, Barbara Heil Sonneck, Bryan John, Tom Defore, Rusty Clifton, Duane Johns, Beth Miller, Jason Sleeman, Andy Suggs, Chris Michel, Jon Ostenson, Tommy Breedlove, Rocky Lalvani, Amanda Griffey, Spencer Powell, Joe Perrone, David Lupberger, Duane C. Barney, Dave Moerman, Jim Ryerson, Al Mishkoff, Scott Specker, Mike Claudio and more!

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If you loved this episode try these!

How to Successfully Exit Multiple Businesses | Dominic Rubino

How to Sell Your Time as a Scarce Resource | Mia Hannah

From the Rats to Riches – The Tales of a Tin Man | Paul Burleson

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Have any questions or comments? Connect with me here!

From the Zoo to Wild is a book for entrepreneurs passionate about home services, looking to move away from corporate jobs. Chris Lalomia, a former executive, shares his path, discoveries, and tools to succeed as a small business owner in home improvement retail. The book provides the mindset, habits, leadership style, and customer-oriented processes necessary to succeed as a small business owner in home services.

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Dominic’s journey began during high school at the Yo HO HO lighting company, followed by a transition into ownership of a painting business. He subsequently transformed into a seasoned business coach with a wealth of experience, having not only owned and operated businesses himself but also successfully exited multiple ventures. This unique background places him in the same entrepreneurial shoes as those he now advises. His philosophy revolves around achieving tangible results and maintaining high performance standards, all with the aim of empowering contractors to enhance both their business and personal lives. Did you know our amazing voices can go beyond just the microphone? Yes, we have video! Subscribe to our YouTube channel here!

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Dominic’s Links:

• Website | https://cabinetmakerprofitsystem.com/about/

• Website | https://profittoolbelt.com/

• Website | https://www.bizstratplan.com/

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GOLD NUGGETS:

(11:53) - Business Coaching and Adding Client Value

(14:32) - Quality and Questions in Business

(19:30) - Junk Dealer to Successful Business Coach

(28:56) - Coaching’s Role in Business Growth

(40:09) - Lessons From Construction Millionaires

(43:45) - Recommendations and Customer Service Pet Peeves

(49:47) - Funny Stories From Construction Workers

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Previous guests on The Small Business Safari include Amy Lyle, Ben Alexander, Joseph Sission, Jonathan Ellis, Brad Dell, Chris Hanks, C.T. Emerson, Chad Brown, Tracy Moore, Wayne Sherger, David Raymond, Paul Redman, Gabby Meteor, Ryan Dement, Barbara Heil Sonneck, Bryan John, Tom Defore, Rusty Clifton, Duane Johns, Beth Miller, Jason Sleeman, Andy Suggs, Chris Michel, Jon Ostenson, Tommy Breedlove, Rocky Lalvani, Amanda Griffey, Spencer Powell, Joe Perrone, David Lupberger, Duane C. Barney, Dave Moerman, Jim Ryerson, Al Mishkoff, Scott Specker, Mike Claudio and more!

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Have any questions or comments? Connect with me here!

From the Zoo to Wild is a book for entrepreneurs passionate about home services, looking to move away from corporate jobs. Chris Lalomia, a former executive, shares his path, discoveries, and tools to succeed as a small business owner in home improvement retail. The book provides the mindset, habits, leadership style, and customer-oriented processes necessary to succeed as a small business owner in home services.

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Andy’s Links:

• LinkedIn | @Andy Apter

• Website | https://apterremodeling.com

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GOLD NUGGETS:

(00:00) - A Small Business Owner’s Journey

(02:38) - Andy Apter Intro

(13:14) - Transitions and Growth in Business

(22:23) - Finding Mentors and Scaling Down Business

(30:20) - Dodge Viper Collection

(40:15) - Customer Service Issues and Contractor Nightmare

(44:47) - Stories, Job Satisfaction and Motivation

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Previous guests on The Small Business Safari include Amy Lyle, Ben Alexander, Joseph Sission, Jonathan Ellis, Brad Dell, Chris Hanks, C.T. Emerson, Chad Brown, Tracy Moore, Wayne Sherger, David Raymond, Paul Redman, Gabby Meteor, Ryan Dement, Barbara Heil Sonneck, Bryan John, Tom Defore, Rusty Clifton, Duane Johns, Beth Miller, Jason Sleeman, Andy Suggs, Chris Michel, Jon Ostenson, Tommy Breedlove, Rocky Lalvani, Amanda Griffey, Spencer Powell, Joe Perrone, David Lupberger, Duane C. Barney, Dave Moerman, Jim Ryerson, Al Mishkoff, Scott Specker, Mike Claudio and more!

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Have any questions or comments? Connect with me here!

From the Zoo to Wild is a book for entrepreneurs passionate about home services, looking to move away from corporate jobs. Chris Lalomia, a former executive, shares his path, discoveries, and tools to succeed as a small business owner in home improvement retail. The book provides the mindset, habits, leadership style, and customer-oriented processes necessary to succeed as a small business owner in home services.

The Small Business Safari - Finding a Profitable Niche | Todd Howard

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Alan Wyatt

He talks with his hands , just for the listener .

Chris Lalomia

He talks with his hands , dude , he has hit that microphone seven , at least seven times , and you could see he was really good in the boardroom because he's got the big gestures the big hand gestures , but he keeps it . I love him . I love him being a person . But I'm thinking

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