Episode 4 - Transitioning To Soft Washing with Rick and Jami Nies
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Welcome to an episode of "Building a Lifestyle Business", where we delve deep into the lives of Rick and Jame Nies, a power-couple running a successful cleaning business, Midwest Soft Wash, in Missouri. This dynamic duo share their inspiring journey from setting up their business 15 years ago to transitioning to large dealership car washing businesses, emphasizing the importance of value over pricing in the cleaning industry.
Rick and Jami candidly discuss their unique hobbies, love for family, and their aim to maintain a healthy work-life balance. They also touch upon their future retirement plans, including extensive travel and a possible vacation home in Florida.
Prior to their stint in the SoftWash endeavor, hear about Rick’s experience as a concrete finisher and Jamie’s as an insurance pre-inspection officer for affluent homes. The couple’s dive into entrepreneurship didn’t follow a planned path. Instead, it was simply a necessity that led to considerable success, attesting to their hard work and diligence.
This conversation provides valuable insights into scaling a business, dealing with risks, nurturing a family, and ushering in a rewarding future. Discover how Rick and Jami transitioned from concrete work and car washing to Soft Washing commercial structures and residential setups, all the while overcoming hurdles and tasting victory.
Explore how their hard work brought not only financial success but also a sense of security and comfort to their lives. Learn about the transformative power of Soft Washing, the role of educational videos and modern washing techniques in business growth, and the entrepreneurial spirit that led them to more profitable ventures.
This inspirational episode holds plenty of lessons for those looking to start or expand a business in this field. Also, find out how the SoftWash Systems’ proven model played a pivotal role in their transition and the phenomenal growth they experienced after aligning their operations with it.
Rick and Jamie emphasize the significant part the right team played in their business success and share engaging anecdotes of building a legacy business. Take a sneak peek into their remarkable journey of prospect expansion, nurturing relationships, fostering referral partners, and patient tenacity in business startups.
Relish this all-inspiring conversation with Rick and Jami to gather practical tips and a wealth of entrepreneurial wisdom towards a thriving SoftWash business.
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