163. Fortune Favors the BOLD with Jeimy Flournoy

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Welcome back to the Laundromat Resource Podcast! In episode 163, we're thrilled to have Jeimy Flournoy, an inspiring entrepreneur who's successfully transitioned from hair salons to laundromats, joining host Jordan Berry.
Jeimy shares her journey of building a laundromat from the ground up, including hiring her architect landlord, overcoming construction delays, and managing the complexities of opening a new business in PG County, Maryland. We'll dive into her strategic decisions, from selecting the perfect layout to incorporating the lucrative "eighties" machines.
Jeimy speaks candidly about the challenges she faced, the importance of resilient attitudes, and her efforts to support her community by employing single mothers and recent immigrants. Plus, she shares her unique approach to business, emphasizing the value of flexibility, strong customer service, and maintaining a positive mindset.
Whether you're a seasoned laundromat owner or just starting out, you won't want to miss this episode packed with practical advice and inspiring stories. Tune in to learn from Jeimy's experiences and get actionable tips to help you succeed in the laundromat industry!
In this episode, Jordan & Jeimy discuss:
00:00 Jamie Flournoy: From janitor to successful business owner.
10:00 Manager oversees salon and laundromat operations completely.
13:49 Research, plan, take action, ask questions, buy machines.
18:05 Consistently ask for and respond to reviews.
23:51 PG County Maryland small business construction challenges.
29:43 Frustration and anger result from mismatched expectations.
32:24 Challenges are part of the journey.
38:19 Freedom to live your dream and life.
43:31 Hair salon specializing in Dominican blowouts, recruiting.
53:10 Learning process with pricing and distribution challenges.
57:29 Expanding to 40 salons, aiming for national presence.
59:16 Gratitude for sharing and seeking help advice.
01:07:38 Embrace ChargebeeTAI for easier, efficient tasks.
01:10:10 Great interview discussing business and mindset.
Show Notes

https://laundromatresource.com/show163

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