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Welcome back to another episode of the Laundromat Resource podcast! I'm your host, Jordan Berry, and today we have a very special guest joining us. In Show 122, we have Madison Anderson sharing her incredible journey in the laundry industry. Madison, who started her own pickup and delivery business from scratch, will take us through the highs and lows of entrepreneurship and share valuable lessons learned along the way.

From facing setbacks and financial challenges to making tough decisions and restrategizing, Madison's story is one of resilience and determination. She'll share how she dealt with the closure of her business and the steps she took to bounce back stronger than ever. We'll delve into the importance of market research, pricing strategies, and creating a professional image in the laundry industry.

Madison's insights and experiences shed light on the realities of entrepreneurship, proving that setbacks don't define us but rather propel us toward growth and success. Join us as we explore Madison's journey, from starting her laundry delivery company to the lessons she learned along the way. Get ready for an episode that will inspire and motivate you on your own entrepreneurial journey.

In this episode, Jordan and Madison discuss:

00:00:00 Podcast episode with Madison starting a delivery business.
00:06:33 Teen mom turns entrepreneur, starts laundry business.
00:14:32 Three purposes: daughter, black community, younger self.
00:16:30 Struggles with big dreams and finding support.
00:25:51 Starting fresh in marketing, she took risks.
00:30:05 Starting a business with credit cards and limited resources.
00:35:18 Reached out to Facebook groups for partnerships.
00:41:13 AC delay, lost clients, constant setbacks, overwhelming.
00:47:49 Changed prices to attract customers, and received advice.
00:57:05 Failed laundry business, low customer response, shutdown.
01:02:48 Entrepreneur shuts down business, seeks marketing job
01:12:26 Sharing vulnerabilities, helping each other, overcoming fears.
01:17:19 Paid ads work well; use Google/Yelp. Avoid static social media posts.
01:21:32 Research, affluent areas, cost analysis, processes, professionalism.
01:29:39 Resources shared
01:36:39 Madison shared her inspiring story; take action.

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Welcome back to another episode of Laundromat Resource, the podcast where we dive deep into the world of laundromats and provide you with valuable insights and resources. In today's episode, we have an exciting guest joining us, Brian Smolin, a successful laundromat owner with a wealth of knowledge to share. We'll be exploring the topic of SBA loans for laundromats and the power of leveraging assets to buy and grow your business. But before we get started, mark your calendars because we have a live Q&A session with Brian on August 17th at 4 pm Pacific Time. To join in on the conversation or find more information, head over to our website at laundromatresource.com/events. So grab your headphones and get ready to learn from Brian's experience and expertise. Let's dive in!

In this episode, Jordan and Brian discuss:

00:02:39 Background & Transition
00:12:35 Seeking consultant feedback on existing business deals.
00:18:38 Focus on being realistic and prepared for worst-case scenarios.
00:22:16 Consistency is key in building habits.
00:30:08 Business-minded approach to unsexy industries.
00:35:14 Tax benefits and clean books increase value.
00:41:32 Equipment financing offers high success rate.
00:43:53 Government loans require 1:1 collateralization ratio.
00:52:42 Assessing industry based on turns per day.
00:57:42 Consider all factors before buying a store.
01:02:51 SBA route: reduced debt, longer repayment terms.
01:11:01 Impressive interview, join the Q&A party!

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https://laundromatresource.com/show121

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On this episode of Laundromat Resource, host Jordan Berry is joined by special guest Keenan, a YouTuber and successful laundromat owner. Keenan shares his insights into the laundromat business and offers valuable tips for aspiring entrepreneurs. He also discusses his involvement in other investments and how he balances multiple ventures.

In this episode, Jordan and Keenan discuss:

00:00:00 Podcast episode featuring laundromat YouTuber Keenan.
00:09:09 Bought property with laundromat, first customer.
00:13:13 Creating crazy, fun lint videos
00:18:59 Lazy partner ruins friends' real estate venture.
00:23:15 Advantages of touch screen machines: easy programming, integrated system, customer-friendly features.
00:31:47 Built a successful laundromat from scratch in 2016, not interested in doing it again.
00:33:05 Don't build laundromats, buy existing ones.
00:41:48 Horizon washers cause major headaches, need replacement.
00:46:15 Dealers falsely offer tax credit for compliance.
00:51:06 Successful laundromat investment leads to big cash deposit.
00:58:27 Farming: storing, selling grain; launder mats:write-offs.
01:01:58 Filming farming and laundromats, sharing possibilities.
01:09:41 Buy niche equipment, unload old equipment strategically
01:14:49 Laundromats next to rundown businesses make money.
01:18:27 Farm without equipment, hire others, save money.
01:22:17 Keenan is a dynamic and down-to-earth farmer. He offers great advice on living a proactive life.

Show Notes-
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Listen. It's time that laundromat owners are at the forefront of what's happening with marketing for a change. This episode will get us there!

We have talked about marketing before here on the podcast. Michael Jones gave us a masterclass in marketing. Brittany Centers has schooled us on social media marketing. And now, Ernesto and Barbara join me on the podcast to tell us how to get precise in who we target with our marketing.

Today's episode is a deep dive into how to use Geofencing to target the right people for your laundromat business, drop-off laundry business, and laundry pick-up and delivery service. This episode is jam-packed with practical tips, advice, and breaking news when it comes to new capabilities with geofencing.

PLUS, Ernesto and Barbara are going to join Jordan for a free live Q&A on all things marketing and geofencing! You're invited!

Thursday, July 20, 2023
10am pst/1pm est
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AND, Ernesto and Barbara are offering a $300 discount on their services for Laundromat Resource Pro Members!
Join the Pro Community at https://laundromatresource.com/pro

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https://laundromatresource.com/show119

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Cullari & Wardell Ad Agency - laundromat advertising and AI phone agents- https://www.cwadagency.com/ai-phone-agent-for-laundromats.html
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Today's episode is breaking news! Things have been changing in the laundromat industry faster than ever before and today's interview marks what could be a pivotal moment in the history of our industry!

Mark Vlaskamp of The Folde and Alex Smereczniak of Laundrolab join Jordan today for this big announcement! They share a bit of their story and some wisdom and then talk about their shared vision for the future of the industry!

Join Mark, Alex, and Jordan for a live Q&A to discuss the implications of this potentially monumental shift in the industry!

Live Q&A
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https://laundromatresource.com/show118

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When he offered to come on the podcast, "Shirtless" Cory, as he's known on Facebook, offered to share his experience owning two laundromats and his search for more. Little did either one of us know that would lead to the first ever shirtless episode of the podcast! Ha!

Entrepreneurship can absorb your time, attention, and your life. Often, one of the first things to go is your health. But your health is one of your most important assets. Cory and Jordan discuss some tips on building a successful business without neglecting your health.

This episode is full of fun and information as we discuss the lessons Cory James has learned from owning multiple laundromats and also as we touch on maintaining your health as an entrepreneur. In this episode, Cory and Jordan discuss:

0:00 Introduction of the episode. 

5:14 How did you get me to be shirtless today? 

9:06 Buying a laundromat with raccoons. 

14:31 Taking over the laundromat. 

19:01 What was the condition of the laundromat? 

24:52 Buying a laundromat. 

30:29 Paying too much for a laundromat. 

36:36 Getting the initial customer base. 

42:54 Accountability is big in business. 

48:04 The importance of cleaning laundromats. 

51:42 Laundromat owner’s advice. 

1:02:04 The importance of having a laundromat. 

1:07:53 Putting the kids to work and discipline. 

1:17:05 Pro tips for people who are new to laundromats and weight loss. 

1:21:57 How to get in touch with Cory.

And more!

Show Notes- See the full video interview here
https://laundromatresource.com/show117

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Lauren Berkoski owns 4 laundromats while working a full-time job! She has a growing laundromat empire and in today's episode, she talks about how she balances having a job with running, and growing, 4 laundromats!

Lauren shares specific, practical tactics to grow your laundromat empire, from marketing to hiring and training employees and managers. Her system of scaling up her business has been proven to be successful and she shares what is working for her now! She also talks about the challenges of running a business while keeping up with family life, and how not to let either suffer.

You don't want to miss this episode! Listen in to hear Lauren's story and learn practical strategies you can use today to start growing your laundromat business.

Women in the Industry Meetup

In this episode, we discuss:

• How to find a laundromat for sale
• Advertising your laundromat
• Owning a laundromat an hour away
• How to find a manager
• Hiring tips
• How to train employees
• Navigating pricing with a close competitor
• Women in the laundromat business

And more!

Show Notes- See the full video interview here
https://laundromatresource.com/show116

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In this week's episode of the  Laundromat Resource Podcast, Brittany Centers of Centers Social joins us to help you improve your laundromat marketing! Jordan and Brittany talk in-depth on changes that have been taking place in the world of online marketing and social media and help you figure out how to navigate it all to make your business more profitable!

In today's episode Brittany and Jordan discuss:

2:28 - What’s changing in the digital world?
8:53 - Facebook’s changing algorithm.
16:08 - How to know what to post on social media?
21:28 - There is power in being seen.
26:58 - Tips for getting seen on social media.
32:40 - The power of being seen.
37:33 - The greatest thing about social media.
43:15 - How to get started in social media.

Show Notes- See the video segments and full video interview here
https://laundromatresource.com/show115

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This episode of the Laundromat Resource Podcast is probably the most incredible episode you'll ever listen to. Michael's story of struggle and sacrifice after leaving the corporate job he hated, only to have to sleep in his laundromat and work non-stop is inspirational. But, the level of detail Michael gives on HOW he 10x'd his business is insane!

Michael takes us through the ads he uses, the strategies he employs, the reason he uses social media (it's not what you think), why he has a blog, how he gets commercial wash and fold customers, and so much more! He shares slides and screenshots, so check out the video if you want the visuals.

This episode is possibly the BEST interview yet and no matter where you're at on your laundromat journey, be prepared to get schooled. 

20:39- How did you overcome the fear of investing money?
28:42- It was too good to be true.
32:36- The one good thing that kept the business alive.
37:03- What changed from desperate to hopeful.
48:22- The critical principle of speed.
52:53- How to reinforce the habit of coming to the laundromat
1:00:03- The numbers that really matter.
1:05:28- The competitive game of longevity.
1:10:53- How much residential vs. commercial business wash and fold?
1:26:09- Turns per day vs. profit.
1:44:42- How to get the most traffic to your page
1:53:29- Three kinds of ads you want to run for your laundromat

Show Notes- See the video segments and full video interview here
https://laundromatresource.com/show114

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If your goal is to achieve financial freedom, then you've come to the right spot! There's no better way to achieve financial freedom than through laundromat ownership. And in today's podcast episode, we're going to compare a typical real estate deal to a typical laundromat deal to show the power of owning a small business like a laundromat.

They may be boring businesses, but laundromats have the ability to give you the freedom you need to live the life of your dreams! 

The math is surprisingly simple and I'll show you exactly how it works in this episode!

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https://laundromatresource.com/show113

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