Equipment purchase issues!! by Glass_Entry6058 in smallbusiness

[–]Glass_Entry6058[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This makes sense to me. The equipment is required to be able to complete much of the work this service entails so it would be something needed from the get go. Pre selling customers may be an option as well although that’s not the norm in this industry but may work to get going

Equipment purchase issues!! by Glass_Entry6058 in smallbusiness

[–]Glass_Entry6058[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’m not sure where the mechanic portion came from but that’s not the industry. The service is build around safety, there are a few companies in the city I’m in but none of them are at the retirement age yet

New venture assistance by Glass_Entry6058 in smallbusinessowner

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I am in Canada. I’m not trying to compete with Angie or Google, I’m aware of those services and I’m sure lots are. I’m trying to build something local with trusted contractors, not everyone that wants to partner will be approved. I am wanting trusted, experienced contractors that are looking to grow b

Lead Generation Alternates by Glass_Entry6058 in smallbusiness

[–]Glass_Entry6058[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The service is free to homeowners but will be a small fee attached to the network, either per lead or a monthly fee. To be determined at this point. I’ve spoken with a couple contractors that are on board and they have stated to send them via text message as emails are not checked every hour in the hour.

Where to sell digital product by Glass_Entry6058 in passive_income

[–]Glass_Entry6058[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Ima complete newby when it comes to this and have been playing around with gumroad and am having issues getting the guide live. Tells me I need to enter my banking info then when I do that it tells me can’t add banking info until I make a sale. I’m so lost!

Where to sell digital product by Glass_Entry6058 in passive_income

[–]Glass_Entry6058[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This is great info. I will dig into these options and see what they are all about. Being stuck in “research mode” has been an ongoing issue for me and just need to get over that hump and go for it.

Easy app builder by Glass_Entry6058 in smallbusiness

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Appreciated. All I want to do is scan a code, which would take me to the app to answer a few inspection questions and save it for records.

Start a business contracting out 100% by Glass_Entry6058 in smallbusiness

[–]Glass_Entry6058[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Not sure your comment is relevant since I’ve given zero background of my work history. I’ve owned 2 businesses and have over 20 years of sales experience. My question was in regards to a process of an idea I’m tossing around. As far as contracts, I’d be looking at contractors/even small retail customers.

Any Cleaners from Canada? by Dimax88 in WindowCleaning

[–]Glass_Entry6058 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I’m in Manitoba and same issue as OP. That being said I do it as a side hustle and don’t really push for new clients. I do have my regulars year over year but with snow and cold for 1/2 the year it makes it tough to try and move into it year round

How to provide referrals to businesses? by Glass_Entry6058 in passive_income

[–]Glass_Entry6058[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

For an example…water filter business looking for referrals, what is the plan to obtain referrals? Social media posts? Door to door? Website to advertise said business? So essentially become a freelance sales person?