Poop Decks and Lifeboats: Surviving the Titanic of Pet Waste

The Sh$t Show with Joe Bosco

Introduction:

• Welcome to Episode 2 of our podcast series where we dive into the unexpected journey from a corporate career to starting a pet waste removal business.
• Joe shares his initial reservations about transitioning from a Wall Street job to picking up pet waste, and how the venture became a rewarding business.

Episode Highlights:

1. The Shift from Wall Street to Pet Waste Removal:
   • Joe talks about the drastic career change from finance to founding a pet waste removal company.
   • The influence of an article about a successful business in this field and the psychological barriers Joe faced.
2. Building a Family Business:
   • Insights into making it a family affair with contributions from Doug handling operations and Victoria managing social media.
   • The role of family support in overcoming challenges and driving the business forward.
3. Overcoming Stigma and Finding Business Value:
   • Joe discusses the initial stigma associated with the nature of the business and how he overcame it.
   • The realization that focusing on service quality and customer satisfaction matters more than the business’s nature.
4. Operational Challenges and Solutions:
   • Detailed discussion on logistical challenges in both commercial and residential settings.
   • Strategies for managing large properties and ensuring thorough and efficient service delivery.
5. Advice for Aspiring Entrepreneurs:
   • Joe and Doug offer advice to listeners considering starting their own business, emphasizing the importance of resilience and customer focus.
   • Discussion on the potential and profitability of pet waste removal as a business.

Audience Engagement:

• Joe encourages listener interaction by sharing contact details for questions and support.

Conclusion:

• Recap of the key points discussed.
• Encouragement to listeners contemplating a shift to entrepreneurship in unconventional sectors.

Next Episode Teaser:

• Stay tuned for the next episode where Joe and Doug will delve deeper into the technical aspects of the business and share more insider tips.

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