Joshua Brown’s childhood is far from easy. Growing up without any father figure in a struggling Nashville neighborhood, rampant drug use and lack of economic opportunities were something that he witnessed every day. Before he knew it, he got looped into drug-dealing activities and got kicked out of high school, without any clear future in sight.

Until one day, a car crash made him evaluate his life decisions. Starting as a side hustle, he entered the home service business and vowed to turn his life around. Now, his pressure-washing business is generating $2 million in revenue.

In this interview, Joshua sits down with Ryan to talk about his journey in the pressure washing industry, how to find your ‘why’ before you start in your entrepreneurship journey, how to adjust your marketing strategy depending on your personality, and how the importance of understanding local SEO in the current business landscape. Joshua wants us to know that no matter where we are, it’s never too late to turn our life around.

Takeaways

- Joshua's life changed after a car crash at 19.

- He found purpose after realizing he was making no impact.

- Starting a business requires a strong 'why'.

- Core values are essential for building a brand.

- Customer acquisition strategies evolve with business growth.

- You can always start as a side-hustle to know if you are cut out for the indsutry

- Building relationships is key to success in business.

- Every job should aim for a five-star review.

- Self-reflection is crucial for identifying one's purpose.

- Entrepreneurs must take risks to succeed.

- It is important to understand your personality to determine your strategy

- Understanding Local SEO is important in current business landscape

- Treating others well is fundamental in business.

Tags: Pressure Washing, Retail Goods, Side Hustle, Local SEO, Entrepreneurship, Home Service

Resources:

Start Your Business Today: https://links.upflip.com/44mJsKi

Connect with Joshua: https://www.instagram.com/brownspressurewashing/?hl=en