Artwork
iconShare
 
Manage episode 522312703 series 3584266
Content provided by Housecall Pro. All podcast content including episodes, graphics, and podcast descriptions are uploaded and provided directly by Housecall Pro or their podcast platform partner. If you believe someone is using your copyrighted work without your permission, you can follow the process outlined here https://staging.podcastplayer.com/legal.

Roland Ligtenberg, co-founder of Housecall Pro, sat down with Scott Larson, the founder of Lake-Sumter Dryer Vent Cleaning. Scott shares his unusual journey from working as an adjunct college professor to starting his own dryer vent cleaning business during the pandemic. He discusses the importance of addressing safety issues related to dryer fires, effective marketing strategies, and the role of AI in enhancing business operations. Scott also emphasizes the significance of building credibility through customer reviews and the benefits of service plans for customer retention. Learn how Housecall Pro has contributed to Scott's success.

Sign up for Housecall Pro: https://bit.ly/3G6SKAA
Want to learn more about Scott or follow their journey? Check them out here:

  continue reading

Chapters

1. From Academia To Dryer Vents (00:00:00)

2. The Safety Problem And Market Need (00:03:20)

3. Early Marketing Mistakes And Lessons (00:06:00)

4. Reviews As The Trust Engine (00:08:45)

5. Using AI And Gemini For SEO (00:12:30)

6. Rethinking Service Plans For Value (00:16:00)

7. Routing, Online Booking, And Efficiency (00:20:10)

8. Automations, Communication, And Credibility (00:23:10)

9. Product Feedback, Roadmaps, And Learning (00:26:20)

10. Honest Business, Growth Advice, And Resources (00:29:00)

11. Closing Notes And Pro Tools (00:31:40)

87 episodes