The Koerner Office - Business Ideas and Deep Dives with Chris Koerner

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003: Starting a Rock Climbing Biz in My Mom’s Basement at 17: 5 Things I Wish I Knew. Sep 07, 2023

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In today’s episode of Startup Gems, we reflect on an entrepreneurial journey, which began with a decision to start a mail-order rock-climbing gear business just before turning 18. From humble beginnings, the business grew into a prominent player in the tactical equipment industry, igniting a lifelong passion for helping others.
We share five invaluable lessons learned through years of trial and error. We’ll emphasize the importance of prioritizing people over personal ego, having a higher purpose beyond money, cultivating the right team culture, focusing on systemic problem-solving rather than blame, and harnessing the collective intelligence of a team as a leader.
These lessons, drawn from decades of experience, offer profound insights into effective leadership and the pursuit of meaningful success in business and life.

002: This Guy Makes $10M+ Hauling Gravel for the Government Sep 07, 2023

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In today’s episode of Startup Gems we share the story of Daniel Crowley, a self-described serial entrepreneur. We share his journey of building and managing three diverse businesses under the Crowley brand.
We introduce Crowley Holdings, a government contracting company specializing in sand, gravel, and civil projects, inspired by a movie and a desire to supply government contracts.
We also discuss Crowley Hauling, where he operates dump trucks for profit and tax advantages, and Crowley Properties, his venture into short-term rentals. We reflect on Daniel’s beginnings, his strategy for attracting and retaining customers, and the lessons he's learned about entrepreneurship, emphasizing the importance of taking action, seeking advice, and delegating as keys to success in business.
We found today's story from a blog post on joinhampton.com