145. How a Teen Started a $910K Junk Removal Business

The UpFlip Podcast

Kirk McKinney jump-started his career in high school when he started the junk removal business, Junk Teens. Fast forward to now and he manages a team of 15 employees while generating nearly $1M in revenue each year. Plus, he did it all while keeping up with his education. In this episode, Kirk shares how he built a business and successful crew without the fear of getting their hands dirty.
Kirk discusses the importance of starting small by utilizing what you have, the high influence of word-of-mouth marketing, and how vital it is to provide excellent customer service. He also explains the power of the mentorship he received from those met at the dump, his parents, and the entrepreneurial community.
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Chapters

1. 145. How a Teen Started a $910K Junk Removal Business (00:00:00)

2. Background (00:01:04)

3. Do What You Love (00:05:16)

4. Growth Levers (00:06:34)

5. Marketing Strategies (00:08:57)

6. Contest Announcement (00:10:59)

7. Locations (00:11:22)

8. Pivotal Upgrades (00:13:42)

9. Customer Testimonials (00:15:56)

10. Fan Blitz Questions (00:22:07)

11. Ryan's Takeaways (00:26:35)