Imagine transforming a family business into a thriving franchise empire; that's the story of Brian Beers, the mastermind behind a multi-million-dollar automotive legacy. Brian joins us to unpack the pivotal moments and strategies that catapulted his family's modest enterprise into a powerhouse with 33 locations.  If you’ve considered buying a franchise, this episode is for you. From helping you understand the advantages of acquiring existing franchises, the role of seller financing, and the value of community involvement within the franchise network ->  to providing you insights ..read more

Have an interest in a side hustle and some capital to play with? Have you considered the Car Washing business? If so, Kriss Berg, The Car Wash Guy, has got some tips for you.  After many failed attempts in the storage business, Kriss decided to buy a car wash business that was underperforming due to lack of attention and upgrades from the previous owners. Small but significant tweaks ranging from adding it to Google Maps to changing the attitude of attendants to focus more on customer experience was all it took to grow revenue and profits by 70% in 6 months, providing a very high return ..read more

It’s a crazy story that involves a little bit of luck and a whole lot of smarts. Mark and Bobby sit down with Bodhi, the Dumpster Rental guy, a young entrepreneur who was able to not only purchase an existing dumpster rental company but more than double its revenues in just a few years. Through strategic digital marketing and an emphasis on relationships, Bodhi has dominated his local market and built a lucrative side business in SEO. Listen in as Bodhi shares invaluable insights into finding acquisition opportunities, strategies for leveraging SEO, Google ads, and social media to generate ma ..read more

Did you know that you can plan momentum into your future?  It’s called the flywheel effect. The concept of a "flywheel" came from the book Good to Great: Why Some Companies Make the Leap...And Others Don't by Jim Collings. It refers to creating a strategy that gains momentum over time through consistent execution and reinvestment. The key to an effective flywheel is identifying the core driver that will propel it forward, like the guest experience for a short term rental business. But once you know the core drivers, you also need to be mindful of how you’re feeding the flywheel for contin ..read more

Podcast Update: The Good Endeavor Short-Term Rental Show is expanding with the addition of a new host, Bobby Herrington, and new topics within the entire scope of business (not just short-term rentals). Updated artwork and title coming soon. In this episode: Even the most successful innovators and companies have experienced many failures along the road to success. From Thomas Edison testing thousands of materials for the lightbulb and Dyson going through over 5,000 prototypes, it’s clear that failure is both necessary and inevitable. So why are we so afraid of failure? If you’re experiencing s ..read more

Ever wonder how some people get from 0 to 7 figures so quickly? Well, it comes down to how they position themselves against their competition. And that requires unique strategies. Madeline Rayford-Holland, founder of luxury property management company MHM Properties, is on the show today to share some of those unique strategies and how she has grown into seven figures in just a couple of years through a focus on elevated guest experiences. It's a fascinating case study on quickly building a successful short-term rental business from the ground up and will reveal ways to make money you’ve never ..read more

The New Year is rolling in and you know it’s time to take action in setting goals and navigating success. In this episode, Mark and Bobby will be coaching you on creating a vision for where you want to go and then mapping out practical steps to get there. The key is to start small with achievable daily tasks and surround yourself with mentors who can provide guidance and shortcuts. Metrics are a helpful part of goal setting for measuring your progress, but don't get discouraged if things aren't perfect. Both successes and so-called failures provide learning opportunities.  Just start ta ..read more

Bobby is back on the show for part 2 of a Leadership series all about succeeding at work and in life. Today, Mark and Bobby are talking about stepping into your creative genius.  What is creative genius? It’s that intersection between your passion, your wiring, and your skillset that together brings the best version of yourself into the world. Learn practical tips for discovering your creative genius, such as creating space for quiet reflection and writing down your strengths, and embracing your authentic self and surrounding yourself with people who compliment your gifts. In This Epi ..read more

Did you know that you can plan momentum into your future?  It’s called the flywheel effect. The concept of a "flywheel" came from the book Good to Great: Why Some Companies Make the Leap...And Others Don't by Jim Collings. It refers to creating a strategy that gains momentum over time through consistent execution and reinvestment. The key to an effective flywheel is identifying the core driver that will propel it forward, like the guest experience for a short term rental business. But once you know the core drivers, you also need to be mindful of how you’re feeding the flywheel for contin ..read more

Ever wonder how some people get from 0 to 7 figures so quickly? Well, it comes down to how they position themselves against their competition. And that requires unique strategies. Madeline Rayford Holland, founder of luxury property management company MMH Properties, is on the show today to share some of those unique strategies and how she has grown into seven figures in just a couple of years through a focus on elevated guest experiences. It's a fascinating case study on quickly building a successful short term rental business from the ground up and will reveal ways to make money you’ve nev ..read more