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Damon Gibson turned his farming life around by starting a fence business that quickly grew into a million-dollar venture. Gibson Fence and Deck, known for its top-notch work, earned $1.5M last year while working just three days a week. Learn how Damon, a devoted single dad, shifted from farming to launching a successful entrepreneurial journey in Seattle.
Starting as a solo act, Damon focused on delivering quality and satisfying customers, making his company a go-to in the fencing industry. Discover his strategy of closely understanding what clients want, ensuring every fence project hits the mark.
In this episode, hear how Damon mastered the art of running a profitable fence and deck business part-time, thanks to the power of customer referrals. See how he chose to focus on manageable, scalable projects, setting the stage for growth, and why he prioritized personal connections over social media hype.
Explore Damon's path from simple beginnings to big success, offering practical tips for aspiring entrepreneurs on how to build a fence business that thrives by keeping clients happy and delivering flawless results within budget and time.
Join us to delve into Damon Gibson’s inspiring story and uncover his secrets to a balanced life and a thriving business through strategic planning and a customer-first approach.
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Resources
www.upflip.com/academy - Launch and scale your business with our expert-led Academy
www.upflip.com/equipment-list - UpFlip's Equipment List
www.upflip.com/podcast - The UpFlip Podcast
www.gibsonfenceanddeck.com/ - Gibson Fence and Deck
Timestamps:
00:00 - Start
02:01 - Growing up
03:47 - Startup costs
05:20 - Time to success
06:56 - Project walkthrough
08:46 - Work hours
11:07 - Services offered
12:48 - Fan Blitz
14:09 - Customer responsiveness
15:31 - Winning the first job
16:44 - Competitive pricing and wages
19:48 - What needs to change
20:36 - Buying work vehicles for cheap
21:56 - Finding and hiring A-players
23:21 - Benefits of job cost tracking
25:02 - Revenue and margins
26:04 - Quoting system
27:56 - Money well spent
28:40 - International suppliers
29:54 - Marketing
31:50 - Regrets and lessons learned
33:16 - Outro
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15 июн 2024
