OWNR OPS Podcast

Today, I’m joined by Dan Cronauer, a versatile entrepreneur with businesses in pressure washing, Christmas lights, and gyms. In this episode, we dive into his Christmas light business and also touch on his pressure-washing ventures. Dan also shares valuable insights into his approach to business, emphasizing a lifestyle-optimizing mindset. He explains how he balances work and personal life, often mixing productivity with fitness. 

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💪 Here’s what we cover in this episode:

✅Dan’s approach to optimizing lifestyle through business.

✅Why a simple workspace works better than fancy office setups.

✅How Dan balances fitness and work, staying productive while exercising.

✅Insights into his Christmas light business and other ventures.

✅The importance of staying active for mental clarity and work efficiency.

If you enjoy these episodes, make sure to like and subscribe on YouTube! Let us know in the comments who you'd like to see on the show next.

#Entrepreneurship #LifestyleBusiness #FitnessAndWork #BusinessTips #BusinessLife #SmallBusiness #EntrepreneurMindset #WorkLifeBalance

Remember:  

✅Work Hard  

✅Do Your Best  

✅Never Settle For Less

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In today’s episode, I’m joined by Christian Ruf, a former helicopter pilot with the 160th Division Nightstalkers. Christian is now working on a project called “Uncommon Elite”, where he connects Special Operations forces with successful entrepreneurs for tough group activities that help everyone grow and develop. 

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💪Here’s what we cover in this episode:

✅Christian’s story as a helicopter pilot and how he got into coaching and leadership.

✅The details of the Uncommon Elite events, where military and business leaders come together to learn and grow.

✅How Uncommon Elite started and grew into a community for coaching, accountability, and networking.

✅Exciting plans for an Uncommon Elite event in Colorado

This episode highlights the power of community, leadership, and personal growth. It’s a reminder that, as entrepreneurs, the value of surrounding yourself with the right people and sharing meaningful experiences is key to building lasting connections and thriving in business.

#Leadership #EntrepreneurMindset #SpecialOps #EntrepreneurLife #BusinessNetworking #LeadershipJourney #PersonalGrowth #Accountability #BusinessEvents #BusinessCommunity

Remember:  

✅Work Hard  

✅Do Your Best  

✅Never Settle For Less

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This episode is brought to you by:

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Welcome back to the channel!  In this episode, I sit down with Kriss Bergethon to talk about his journey as an entrepreneur for 21 years and the lessons he has learned along the way. Kriss’s mindset is refreshing and proactive, especially in an environment full of people who are hesitant and quick to discourage new ventures.

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💪Here’s what we cover in this episode:

✅Growing an excavation business from $200k - over $2mm

✅Generating $15mm / yr from supplement e-com biz

✅Buying car washes

✅Nuking his tax bill

✅Health, longevity, exercise

✅Colorado fun (snowboarding / mtn biking)

✅And much more

This episode highlights how Kriss’s proactive attitude has helped him navigate the ups and downs of entrepreneurship.

#Entrepreneurship #BusinessJourney #SmallBusiness #EntrepreneurMindset #Delegation #BusinessAdvice #ProactiveBusiness #EntrepreneurLife #StartupJourney #BusinessSuccess #MindsetMatters #BusinessGrowth #Leadership #WorkSmart #SmallBizTips #EntrepreneurshipJourney #SuccessMindset

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This episode is brought to you by:

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In today’s episode, I am joined by special guest Sean O’Dowd from Chicago, who operates a residential real estate fund. Sean shares his leadership lessons, morning routines, and the value of networking among entrepreneurs.

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💪Here’s what we cover in this episode:

✅The power of networking with entrepreneurs aged 25 to 45 

✅Leadership lessons from two former Navy SEALs

✅The significance of the first four minutes of your day and how it impacts productivity.

✅The power of mental narratives, positive affirmations, and gratitude in shaping our mindset.

✅His future plans for upcoming entrepreneur events in Colorado and Hilton Head.

Tune in to learn how small shifts in your morning routine and mindset can lead to big results in both your personal and professional life!

#MorningRoutine #EntrepreneurMindset #Leadership #Networking #NavySEALLessons #ProductivityHacks #RealEstateInvesting #Entrepreneurs #GrowthMindset #PositiveAffirmations #Gratitude #BusinessTips #RealEstateFund #ShaOdow #AustinGray #BusinessCommunity #SuccessMindset #Motivation

Remember:  

✅Work Hard  

✅Do Your Best  

✅Never Settle For Less

🎧 Enjoying the podcast? Leave us a 5-star review on Apple or Spotify!

This episode is brought to you by:

📈Home Service Software: Jobber is the all-in-one business management software for service businesses. Get 20% off your first 6 months: https://go.getjobber.com/ownrops

🌱Grow Your Online Presence: Bear Claw Media provides FB Ads & Content Creation for service & trade business: https://www.gobearclawmedia.com

🚀Local SEO: Stryker Digital helps service businesses rank high on Google Search Results: http://stryker-digital.com/?el=oo

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Welcome back to the OWNR OPS Podcast! In this episode, I’m joined again by Brock Peel, the founder of Canadian Sanitation. After our first conversation, I realized there was so much more to Brock’s incredible journey, so we’re back for a second episode packed with even more valuable insights. 

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💪Here’s what we cover in this episode:

✅Brock’s incredible business growth from zero to $1.3 million in just 7 months

✅Why Brock chose to focus exclusively on septic services

✅Learning from the “Jack of All Trades” Trap

✅How Brock resisted the urge to diversify his services 

✅How Brock used the lack of innovation in his competition as an opportunity to stand out.  

✅The Importance of Reputation

Join us as Brock shares his valuable lessons on the power of specialization, focus, and determination that led to the rapid growth of Canadian Sanitation. 

Tune in for the full episode, and don’t forget to like, subscribe, and leave a review if you enjoy the content!

#BusinessGrowth #Specialization #SepticServices #OwnerOperatorPodcast #EntrepreneurJourney #BusinessSuccess #FocusAndGrowth

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🌱Grow Your Online Presence: Bear Claw Media provides FB Ads & Content Creation for service & trade business: https://www.gobearclawmedia.com

🚀Local SEO: Stryker Digital helps service businesses rank high on Google Search Results: http://stryker-digital.com/?el=oo

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In this episode, we dive into the inspiring journey of Brock Peel, the founder of Canadian Sanitation, who scaled his business to $1.3 million in revenue within just seven months! 🚀

📙Free Service Startup Playbook To Generate Your First $100k: https://www.ownrops.com/playbook

🔑 Here’s what we cover in this episode:

✅Brock’s path to founding Canadian Sanitation

✅The importance of testing ideas before perfection

✅His background in heavy equipment, real estate, and contracting

✅How he co-founded Canadian Sanitation with a business partner

✅Overcoming challenges while building a business

This episode is just the first part of a two-part series—stay tuned for part two, where we’ll dive deeper into Brock's mindset and unique approach to service specialization. 

Don't forget to like, comment, and subscribe on YouTube! If you're listening on Apple or Spotify, please leave us a 5-star review—it really helps!

#OwnerOperatorPodcast #SmallBusinessOwner #SanitationServices #EntrepreneurJourney #BusinessGrowth #BusinessScaling #OwnerOps #CanadianSanitation #Entrepreneurship #StartUpStory #SuccessMindset #BusinessStrategies #LocalBusiness #BusinessPodcast

Remember:  

✅Work Hard  

✅Do Your Best  

✅Never Settle For Less

🎧 Enjoying the podcast? Leave us a 5-star review on Apple or Spotify!

This episode is brought to you by:

📈Home Service Software: Jobber is the all-in-one business management software for service businesses. Get 20% off your first 6 months: https://go.getjobber.com/ownrops

🌱Grow Your Online Presence: Bear Claw Media provides FB Ads & Content Creation for service & trade business: https://www.gobearclawmedia.com

🚀Local SEO: Stryker Digital helps service businesses rank high on Google Search Results: http://stryker-digital.com/?el=oo

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Welcome back to the OWNR OPS Podcast! In this episode, I’m joined again by Julius Mary, a successful pressure-washing entrepreneur who has also built a thriving Christmas light installation business. He shares how he generated an impressive $60,000 in just one month through his Christmas light service.

📙Free Service Startup Playbook To Generate Your First $100k: https://www.ownrops.com/playbook

💪Here’s what we cover in this episode:

✅ How Julius started a Christmas light business

✅ How he adjusted his pricing to secure more jobs

✅Why he prefers small trees and bushes over complicated designs

✅How returning customers save on lights, leading to a 90% profit margin for recurring work.  

✅His goal of $65,000 to $70,000 in revenue this year and the challenges of scaling.  

If you’re interested in starting your own Christmas light business or want to optimize your current setup, this episode is packed with valuable insights and strategies.

Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and leave a review if you found the episode helpful!

#ChristmasLights #PressureWashing #ServiceBasedBusiness #OwnerOperatorPodcast #SmallBusinessTips #ChristmasLightInstallation

Remember:  

✅Work Hard  

✅Do Your Best  

✅Never Settle For Less

🎧 Enjoying the podcast? Leave us a 5-star review on Apple or Spotify!

This episode is brought to you by:

📈Home Service Software: Jobber is the all-in-one business management software for service businesses. Get 20% off your first 6 months: https://go.getjobber.com/ownrops

🌱Grow Your Online Presence: Bear Claw Media provides FB Ads & Content Creation for service & trade business: https://www.gobearclawmedia.com

🚀Local SEO: Stryker Digital helps service businesses rank high on Google Search Results: http://stryker-digital.com/?el=oo

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In this episode, I get real about the tough truths of starting and running a small business in the local service market. I share about the commitment required to succeed, emphasizing that if you’re not ready to wake up early and put in the work, starting a business might not be for you. Check out the lessons I  learned from my own journey, including the sacrifices I made and the mindset needed to thrive.

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🔑 Here’s what we cover in this episode:

✅The dedication it takes to run a small business

✅Why sacrifices, including social life, are necessary for success.

✅My journey of building my business while building my house.

✅The importance of outperforming competitors by delivering great service.

✅How younger generations can thrive in local service businesses by embracing digital marketing.

✅Why a simple work routine is more important than complicated rituals.

✅The reality of the toll business ownership can take on personal life and health.

If you're serious about entrepreneurship, this episode is a must-listen!

#EntrepreneurMindset #SmallBusiness #OwnerOperator #BusinessSuccess #HardWork #StartupJourney #BusinessSacrifices #LocalServiceBusiness #WorkHardPlayHard #GrindSeason #DigitalMarketing #CommitmentToSuccess #AustinGray

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🌱Grow Your Online Presence: Bear Claw Media provides FB Ads & Content Creation for service & trade business: https://www.gobearclawmedia.com

🚀Local SEO: Stryker Digital helps service businesses rank high on Google Search Results: http://stryker-digital.com/?el=oo

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In this episode, Phil Burrows shares his journey of buying a tree and landscape business while juggling a full-time job, family life, and personal goals. From the challenges of learning a new industry to balancing his career with being a new dad, he shares how he managed it all and what he learned along the way.

📙Free Service Startup Playbook To Generate Your First $100k: https://www.ownrops.com/playbook

💪Here’s what we cover in this episode:

✅Balancing a full-time fintech job and a new business

✅The impact of Phil’s daughter’s birth on his business journey

✅How he transitioned responsibilities to make the business run smoothly 

✅Why he shifted from starting a new business to acquiring an existing one 

If you're interested in entrepreneurship, business acquisition, or balancing multiple roles, this episode is full of valuable insights!

#Entrepreneurship #BusinessAcquisition #TreeBusiness #WorkLifeBalance #BusinessJourney #SideHustle #SmallBusinessSuccess #BusinessChallenges #StartupStory 

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This episode is brought to you by:

📈Home Service Software: Jobber is the all-in-one business management software for service businesses. Get 20% off your first 6 months: https://go.getjobber.com/ownrops

🌱Grow Your Online Presence: Bear Claw Media provides FB Ads & Content Creation for service & trade business: https://www.gobearclawmedia.com

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In this episode, I chat with Nikola, an entrepreneur with over 10 years of experience. We dive into his journey from starting a hardscaping company, The Art of Rock, to buying Wet Basement Solutions, which specializes in basement waterproofing and foundation repair in Ottawa, Canada. Since 2008, Wet Basement Solutions has been giving homeowners peace of mind, and Nikola shares the challenges of team dynamics, scaling, and managing seasonal slowdowns.

📙Free Service Startup Playbook To Generate Your First $100k: https://www.ownrops.com/playbook

💪Topics covered in this episode include:

✅How he started and the challenges he faced early on with team dynamics and scaling.

✅The story behind buying Wet Basement Solutions

✅Lessons from co-founding Waterbridge Creative

✅The challenges of marketing blue-collar businesses and how Nikola and his partner combined their skills to succeed

If you're into business, especially in blue-collar fields, this episode is full of practical tips and lessons that could change the way you think!

#Entrepreneurship #BlueCollarBusiness #BusinessJourney #Hardscaping #BasementWaterproofing #MarketingTips #BusinessGrowth #VideoProduction #SmallBusinessSuccess #BusinessAcquisition #BusinessChallenges #StartupStory #BlueCollarSuccess #FoundationRepair #BusinessInsights

Remember:  

✅Work Hard  

✅Do Your Best  

✅Never Settle For Less

🎧 Enjoying the podcast? Leave us a 5-star review on Apple or Spotify!

This episode is brought to you by:

📈Home Service Software: Jobber is the all-in-one business management software for service businesses. Get 20% off your first 6 months: https://go.getjobber.com/ownrops

🌱Grow Your Online Presence: Bear Claw Media provides FB Ads & Content Creation for service & trade business: https://www.gobearclawmedia.com

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