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🔥 In this episode of the Handyman Success Podcast, we sit down with Joe from Vision Handyman & Window Tinting in Mobile, Alabama — and wow, what a journey! From Best Buy to New Zealand, to stand-up comedy, to becoming a full-time handyman, Joe’s story is raw, real, and incredibly inspiring. 🎯 Joe shares: How he transitioned from corporate retail to skilled tradesWhy he only takes “small jobs” and how that became a nicheThe marketing tactics that worked (and flopped) — including his billboardHow he bounced back after losing 90+ Google reviewsWhy BNI saved his business during a tough seasonHow stand-up comedy shaped his customer experience philosophyThis is a must-listen for any handyman looking to build a better business, stand out with personality, and create raving fans. 👇 Dive deeper and grow with us:  🔗 Free Webinars, Training & Community 🔗 Marketing Help for Handymen 🔗 Business Coaching 📌 Don’t forget to LIKE, SUBSCRIBE & SHARE this with another hardworking handyman who needs to hear it! Hosted by Jason Call, Founder of Handyman Marketing Pros, and Allen Lee, Founder of The Handyman Journey Get a professional website, SEO, and advertising at https://HandymanMarketingPros.com Get handyman-specific business coaching from Allen Lee at https://HandymanJourney.com Sign up for our monthly Webinars and Training (FREE!) at https://HandymanSuccess.net

In Part 2 of our interview with Garen Wright, owner of List-B-Done Handyman Services in Bentonville, AR, we dive deep into the operations side of building a profitable handyman business. 🚨 Whether you're solo or looking to scale with a team — this episode is PACKED with real-world strategies and lessons learned the hard way. 🎯 Key Topics Covered: Time management struggles & how to fix themHow Garin uses his CRM (Markate) to automate 80% of his adminEstimating process: when to go in person, when to do remote bidsWhy professionalism + pricing go hand in handGarin’s exact rate ($145/hr) — and how he still wins jobsHow to prepare your business to scale without multiplying problemsHiring help: why Garin chose Ruby Receptionist & a virtual assistantBiggest wins and losses (and what they taught him)This is one of the most actionable and transparent breakdowns we’ve ever had on Handyman Success. Garin doesn’t hold back — from the hard numbers to the mindset shifts that made the biggest difference. 🛠️ Thinking about hiring? Feeling stuck? This episode is your blueprint. 👉 Resources, training & community: https://handymansuccess.net Hosted by Jason Call, Founder of Handyman Marketing Pros, and Allen Lee, Founder of The Handyman Journey Get a professional website, SEO, and advertising at https://HandymanMarketingPros.com Get handyman-specific business coaching from Allen Lee at https://HandymanJourney.com Sign up for our monthly Webinars and Training (FREE!) at https://HandymanSuccess.net

In this episode of the Handyman Success Podcast, we sit down with Garin Wright, owner of List-B-Done Handyman Services in Bentonville, Arkansas. Garin shares how he went from a commercial door installer earning $15/hr to launching a full-time handyman business — all within a few months. 🔥 What You'll Learn: How Garin knew it was the right time to go full-timeThe stress that nearly stopped him — and how he overcame itWhy referrals, relationships, and reputation beat Thumbtack & AngiHis journey into commercial handyman work (and how it pays off)The freedom of time that being a handyman providesHow he brought on help, hired support, and scaled his pricingGarin’s real profit margins and tips to improve yoursGarin also shares how faith, family, and freedom drive his mission — and why the Handyman Success Podcast was pivotal in his launch. ✅ Watch if you're thinking about quitting your job to go full-time  ✅ Watch if you're struggling with pricing, marketing, or next steps  ✅ Watch if you want more time, freedom, and purpose in your work 👉 Join our free community + access training at: https://handymansuccess.net  🎤 Hosted by Jason Call (Handyman Marketing Pros) & Allen Lee (Honest Lee Handyman / Handyman Journey Coaching) Hosted by Jason Call, Founder of Handyman Marketing Pros, and Allen Lee, Founder of The Handyman Journey Get a professional website, SEO, and advertising at https://HandymanMarketingPros.com Get handyman-specific business coaching from Allen Lee at https://HandymanJourney.com Sign up for our monthly Webinars and Training (FREE!) at https://HandymanSuccess.net

Welcome back to the Handyman Success Podcast 🎙️ — where every episode hits home with real‑world stories, lessons, and inspiration for handymen who want to build a business that fits their life. In this episode, we talk with Amon from Home Healer Handyman (Nebraska). He shares how he went from a hurt commercial‑construction worker driving all over town, to launching a small‑batch, personality‑driven handyman business doing “small jobs” — all while staying true to what he loves: helping homeowners, building relationships, and keeping life simple. Expect deep dives into: Why he chose “small jobs are my big deal” instead of chasing big remodels. How he priced his first jobs (a $4,625 job that changed everything 🛠️) and transitioned to flat‑rate day‑rates. The importance of showing up on social media, building trust with real photos/videos, and being consistent. How to build a business on your own terms, cash‑flowing tools & truck over time instead of borrowing or stressing. Key advice for new handyman business owners: get teachable, use systems, set your minimum, and start with step one — even if it’s scary. If you're a handyman, thinking about starting out, or just looking to build a business that doesn’t burn you out — this episode is for you. 👇 Check out all our free resources, live webinars & community at HandymanSuccess.net — links below! Subscribe ➤ Hit the button to never miss another story, tip or strategy. Like & Share ➤ Help a fellow handyman see this. Comment ➤ Tell us: what’s the first “small job” you’d take to get started? Hosted by Jason Call, Founder of Handyman Marketing Pros, and Allen Lee, Founder of The Handyman Journey Get a professional website, SEO, and advertising at https://HandymanMarketingPros.com Get handyman-specific business coaching from Allen Lee at https://HandymanJourney.com Sign up for our monthly Webinars and Training (FREE!) at https://HandymanSuccess.net

We sit down with Jon, a handyman business owner of Dakota Small Jobs who's grown from solo operator to managing a full team of 5 technicians in just six months. We discuss: Hiring technicians fast (and finding the right people)Marketing strategies in rural areasReal-world pricing and estimating systemsHow to charge based on job complexityLeadership mindset and scaling with systemsIf you're stuck wearing too many hats or wondering how to take your handyman business to the next level, this episode is your roadmap. 🧰 Resources Mentioned: 👉 Marketing help: https://handymanmarketingpros.com 👉 Free trainings + community: https://handymansuccess.net 👉 Coaching & support: https://handymanjourney.com/coaching 💬 Join 1,000s of handymen growing their business in our free Facebook group (link in the comments) 👍 Like, comment, and subscribe for more no-fluff business growth content for local handymen. Hosted by Jason Call, Founder of Handyman Marketing Pros, and Allen Lee, Founder of The Handyman Journey Get a professional website, SEO, and advertising at https://HandymanMarketingPros.com Get handyman-specific business coaching from Allen Lee at https://HandymanJourney.com Sign up for our monthly Webinars and Training (FREE!) at https://HandymanSuccess.net

What do firefighting, church planting, and handyman work have in common? For Jon Sanders of Dakota Small Jobs, they’re all part of one wild entrepreneurial journey. In this powerful episode, Jon shares:  ✅ How he transitioned from full-time firefighter and pastor to starting a booming handyman business  ✅ Why so many pastors are thriving in the trades—and what that means for your business  ✅ The mindset shift that helped him grow from a solo operator to a 5-person team in under a year  ✅ His unexpected path to launching a second home service business, 605 Blinds  ✅ Why business is ministry and leadership is legacy This is Part 1 of a two-part masterclass in service-driven entrepreneurship, faith-filled leadership, and building teams that last. 🛠 Jon’s story proves one thing: You don’t need a business degree to build something amazing—you just need to start. 🔔 Subscribe for more interviews with successful handyman business owners who are changing their lives and communities one job at a time. #handymanbusiness #entrepreneurship #jonSanders #diybusiness #trades #smallbusinesssuccess #entrepastors #faithandbusiness Hosted by Jason Call, Founder of Handyman Marketing Pros, and Allen Lee, Founder of The Handyman Journey Get a professional website, SEO, and advertising at https://HandymanMarketingPros.com Get handyman-specific business coaching from Allen Lee at https://HandymanJourney.com Sign up for our monthly Webinars and Training (FREE!) at https://HandymanSuccess.net

In this episode, we cover the exact services, tools, and marketing strategies that can take your handyman business to the next level. Whether you're full-time or just starting on nights and weekends, you’ll walk away with actionable insights and valuable resources to grow. 🔥 Topics we cover: “Bread and butter” handyman jobs that drive profitSmart home upgrades like Ring doorbells & security camsAging-in-place services: grab bars, lighting & safetyHow to promote your services with simple fliersGoogle Business Profile + reviews = local trustCRM tools made specifically for handymenLeveraging Google Local Service Ads during slow monthsBuilding long-term success: owner-operator vs. hiring🧰 Resources Mentioned: Handyman CRM: https://HandymanChampion.com Trainings, webinars, and downloads: https://HandymanSuccess.net 👉 Don’t just watch—take the next step. Grab our free tools, join our webinars, and connect with thousands of other handymen just like you. Hosted by Jason Call, Founder of Handyman Marketing Pros, and Allen Lee, Founder of The Handyman Journey Get a professional website, SEO, and advertising at https://HandymanMarketingPros.com Get handyman-specific business coaching from Allen Lee at https://HandymanJourney.com Sign up for our monthly Webinars and Training (FREE!) at https://HandymanSuccess.net

From $8/hr Hustle to $8K+ Months! | Handyman Success Podcast In this episode of the Handyman Success Podcast, hosts Jason Carl (Handyman Marketing Pros) and Allen Lee (Handyman Journey) sit down with a fast-rising handyman pro, Jason Havstad from Platinum Home Services, based in Simi Valley, California. Just months into going full-time, he's already hitting over $8,000/month in revenue — solo! We dive deep into: ✅ How he started his handyman business ✅ What it’s really like in the "hustle phase" ✅ Lessons learned about pricing, profit, and burnout ✅ Real numbers, real struggles, and real wins ✅ Estimating strategies that actually work Whether you're patching drywall or stuck in traffic, this episode is packed with insight, motivation, and tactical tips to level up your handyman business. 🔧 Resources Mentioned • Handyman Champion CRM App: https://handymanchampion.com/ • Join the Mastermind Group: https://share.google/XyRUFe8kmIyYCvu5E • Free Training + Marketing Help: https://handymanjourney.com/ 🧠 Join 400+ successful handymen building better businesses at https://handymanmarketingpros.com 👇 Drop a comment: What's your biggest pricing challenge right now? Hosted by Jason Call, Founder of Handyman Marketing Pros, and Allen Lee, Founder of The Handyman Journey Get a professional website, SEO, and advertising at https://HandymanMarketingPros.com Get handyman-specific business coaching from Allen Lee at https://HandymanJourney.com Sign up for our monthly Webinars and Training (FREE!) at https://HandymanSuccess.net

In this episode, we chat with Jim Bliss, founder of The Bliss Fix, joining us live from a cruise ship! 🚢 Jim shares how he left a 22‑year corporate job, leaned on family & faith, and built a successful handyman business in just over a year — all while staying true to honesty, integrity, and providing top‑notch customer service. What you’ll learn: How to price jobs without selling yourself shortWhy reputation & reviews matter more than fancy marketingHow to get booked out weeks in advanceThe power of asking good questions up front (before you quote)Tips on niche certification (e.g. aging‑in‑place services)Small operational changes that yield big efficiency gainsWhether you’re starting out as a handyman, thinking of going full‑time, or trying to scale what you have, this convo has takeaways you can use right now. Hosted by Jason Call, Founder of Handyman Marketing Pros, and Allen Lee, Founder of The Handyman Journey Get a professional website, SEO, and advertising at https://HandymanMarketingPros.com Get handyman-specific business coaching from Allen Lee at https://HandymanJourney.com Sign up for our monthly Webinars and Training (FREE!) at https://HandymanSuccess.net

🚀 The #1 CRM for Handyman Businesses Is Here! | Handyman Success Podcast In this special episode of the Handyman Success Podcast, hosts Jason Call and Allen Lee unveil the long-awaited Handyman Champion CRM — the first CRM built exclusively for small, family-owned handyman businesses. 🎯 ✔️ What exactly is a CRM and why does it matter?  ✔️ How Allen went from carbon copy invoices to full CRM mastery  ✔️ Why most CRMs don’t truly work for handymen (and how this one is different)  ✔️ The top 3 benefits + biggest frustrations when using a CRM  ✔️ Behind the scenes of how Handyman Champion was built (with software partners Taylor Lund & Vince Arnoldi from Persolvent) 🔧 Whether you're still using Google Docs or juggling multiple apps, this episode will show you how the right CRM can transform your business with: Estimates, invoices & payments in one placeAutomated review requestsLead capture formsCustomer database + job history...and MUCH more🎉 Get your FREE 30-day trial at: https://handymanchampion.com 💬 We want your feedback — help us make this the BEST CRM for handymen. 👍 Like, comment, and subscribe for more content to grow your handyman business.  📲 Join our free Handyman Journey Mastermind Group on Facebook 🌐 Need a website? Visit: https://handymanmarketingpros.com #HandymanChampion #CRMforHandymen #HandymanSuccessPodcast #SmallBusinessSoftware #TradesmanTools Hosted by Jason Call, Founder of Handyman Marketing Pros, and Allen Lee, Founder of The Handyman Journey Get a professional website, SEO, and advertising at https://HandymanMarketingPros.com Get handyman-specific business coaching from Allen Lee at https://HandymanJourney.com Sign up for our monthly Webinars and Training (FREE!) at https://HandymanSuccess.net

Are you wasting hours giving free estimates to tire-kickers? In this episode of the Handyman Success Podcast, Jason Call (Handyman Marketing Pros) sits down with Allen Lee (Honestly Handyman + Handyman Journey Coaching) to break down the exact estimating system Allen uses to close more jobs, protect his time, and boost profits. Discover: How Allen qualifies leads before they even talk to his estimatorWhy 90% of his quotes are given over the phoneThe power of a $100 consultation fee (and how it weeds out bad clients)Scripts and tools used by his CSR to book real jobs fastWhy valuing your time is key to a profitable businessHow tech is shaping the future of handyman estimatingWhether you're a solo operator or growing a team, this episode gives you actionable tips to stop wasting time—and start closing more jobs. RESOURCES MENTIONED: Handyman Sales Handbook (Amazon)Handyman Pricing Handbook https://handymanjourney.com/books/ Websites + SEO - https://handymanmarketingpros.com/Handyman Champion CRM – https://handymanchampion.com Coaching + Tools – https://handymanjourney.com/coaching  Like this episode? Subscribe, share, and leave a review to help more handymen grow their business the smart way. Hosted by Jason Call, Founder of Handyman Marketing Pros, and Allen Lee, Founder of The Handyman Journey Get a professional website, SEO, and advertising at https://HandymanMarketingPros.com Get handyman-specific business coaching from Allen Lee at https://HandymanJourney.com Sign up for our monthly Webinars and Training (FREE!) at https://HandymanSuccess.net

Growing a handyman business from the ground up is no easy feat, but it’s incredibly rewarding when done right. Ty Gardener, founder of Simple Man Handyman, shares his journey, insights, and practical strategies for building a thriving local business.  Hosted by Jason Call, Founder of Handyman Marketing Pros, and Allen Lee, Founder of The Handyman Journey Get a professional website, SEO, and advertising at https://HandymanMarketingPros.com Get handyman-specific business coaching from Allen Lee at https://HandymanJourney.com Sign up for our monthly Webinars and Training (FREE!) at https://HandymanSuccess.net

This week we talk with Ty from Simple Man Handyman. We talk about finding your calling, building your own websites, pricing for jobs, and more! Hosted by Jason Call, Founder of Handyman Marketing Pros, and Allen Lee, Founder of The Handyman Journey Get a professional website, SEO, and advertising at https://HandymanMarketingPros.com Get handyman-specific business coaching from Allen Lee at https://HandymanJourney.com Sign up for our monthly Webinars and Training (FREE!) at https://HandymanSuccess.net

We continue our discussion with Cory Peebles from Toolin' Around Handyman, and dive into how estimates work, the ups and downs of a solo operation, and more! Hosted by Jason Call, Founder of Handyman Marketing Pros, and Allen Lee, Founder of The Handyman Journey Get a professional website, SEO, and advertising at https://HandymanMarketingPros.com Get handyman-specific business coaching from Allen Lee at https://HandymanJourney.com Sign up for our monthly Webinars and Training (FREE!) at https://HandymanSuccess.net

In this podcast, we talk with Cory Peebles from Toolin' Around Handyman, based in Bakersfield, California. He talks about changing from a career in the oil and gas industry, to having a thriving company generating close to $700,000 in revenue annually! Hosted by Jason Call, Founder of Handyman Marketing Pros, and Allen Lee, Founder of The Handyman Journey Get a professional website, SEO, and advertising at https://HandymanMarketingPros.com Get handyman-specific business coaching from Allen Lee at https://HandymanJourney.com Sign up for our monthly Webinars and Training (FREE!) at https://HandymanSuccess.net