Two months ago I was hosting one of our weekly mastermind calls in this group. We share wins, struggles, best practices and really get to know one another personally and professionally. @Kyle Clifton was vulnerable enough to share that he was in a bad spot. He mentioned missing payroll for 3 weeks in a row, having to let go of his entire staff and everything he had built seemed to be caving in, and quickly. Because of his willingness to share, and his discipline to keep pushing forward facing adversity as well as his openness to learning Kyle was able to share this morning that after making a few key decisions in his business he went from not making payroll 2 months ago to closing out December with his best revenue month EVER!!!!! Over $70,000. This community was built for stories like this. It'll be the first of many, and I'm so excited for Kyle and what his future looks like in this industry!

Over 95% of our industry as I’ve stated before is a one person business. That mean doing all things from speaking with clients, providing estimates, handling marketing and doing the work. A major key that’s missing in these businesses is the data collection. If you don’t have clear data, and insight into your numbers it’s impossible to grow your business. You’re making decisions based on feelings, not facts. Along with giving you back your time, I firmly believe one of the greatest first hires is a virtual assistant. Handy’s made this hire on day 1, knowing the strength of their skills. From answering phones, collecting deposits, managing schedules, following up with past clients, keeping things organized they can also be efficient in data collection to give you clarity on the decisions you make when growing. This position you can find for $5-7USD/hr Who is currently using one in their business?

Over 95% of registered handyman businesses in the country are owned and operated by one person. They're often referred to in the industry as a "Chuck in a Truck." Typically highly skilled at their craft with decades of experience. Capable of fixing just about anything in your house. Arguably the most valuable trade a homeowner needs. Yet when they no longer can physically perform the tasks they once could, a lifetime of blood, sweat and tears... the truck with their last name on the side... their long lasting reputation slowly disappears. A legacy becomes nothing overnight. I've seen this happen first hand with family members, and too many other times to count. I believe firmly that what we are building at Handy's will be their solution. Giving the incredibly hardworking men and women a legacy that outlasts themselves, and a business that keeps paying them long after they put down the hammer. Our vision at Handy's is to unite the 95%, and create sustainability for all those people who work too hard for too little. I am so excited about what's next, and so proud to be leading this effort.