In episode 4 of Waste To Wealth, Michael McCall emphasizes the importance of effective signage in the waste-hauling business and offers practical advice to help listeners make informed decisions about their advertising strategies.

Tune in for valuable tips and community-driven insights that can enhance your waste-hauling operations!

TIMESTAMPS

[00:01:53] Vinyl signage for dumpsters.

[00:04:27] Customer acquisition strategies for trailers.

[00:07:29] Reaching out to contractors.

[00:12:49] Modifying dumpster sizes.

[00:15:52] Charging for extended service areas.

[00:18:09] Risks of low hook cans.

QUOTES

• “I've never seen someone use a magnet on a dumpster. I think that's a bad idea because you're gonna leave that dumpster sitting and anyone has access to it, really be easy for someone to take that magnet and steal it.”
• “If you've got your equipment and you don't have a plan already for how you're gonna get customers, you've done it in the wrong order.”

SOCIAL MEDIA LINKS

Michael McCall

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/buffalo.finances.cpa/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BuffalofinanceNC/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-d-mccall-03667714/

WEBSITE

Buffalo Finances: https://buffalofinances.com/

In episode 3 of Waste To Wealth, Michael McCall addresses the common misconceptions about entrepreneurship, particularly the myth that owning a business equates to freedom and leisure.

Tune in to learn about the challenges and misconceptions of entrepreneurship that every small business owner faces.

TIMESTAMPS

[00:02:07] Business ownership vs. freedom.

[00:03:33] The reality of side hustles.

[00:09:39] Side hustles to full-time gig.

[00:12:32] Coaching for problem-solving skills.

[00:15:02] Focus on one main business.

[00:19:05] Service specialization in waste management.

[00:20:31] Small towns vs. big companies.

QUOTES

• "Owning a business doesn't mean that you own the business normally, it's more like the business owns you. It owns your time."
• "Don't make your side hustle a permanent hustle. Turn it into a full-time gig where you actually commit to it."

SOCIAL MEDIA LINKS

Michael McCall

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/buffalo.finances.cpa/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BuffalofinanceNC/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-d-mccall-03667714/

WEBSITE

Buffalo Finances: https://buffalofinances.com/

In episode 2 of Waste To Wealth, Michael McCall discusses three simple strategies designed to increase cash flow without the need for longer working hours.

Tune in to discover how to build a well-structured business that works for you and allows you to fulfill your dreams.

TIMESTAMPS

[00:02:24] Business ownership vs. personal freedom.

[00:03:49] Pricing and cashflow mistakes.

[00:08:46] Raising prices to improve profit.

[00:12:11] Competing on value, not price.

[00:16:17] Volume-based pricing strategies.

[00:18:25] Growing at the right pace.

[00:22:32] Pricing strategies for profitability.

[00:25:12] Pricing strategies for business success.

[00:29:05] Buying equipment you don't need.

QUOTES

• "Stop competing on price, start competing on value. Because if they're happy with your service, they're going to understand you have to raise prices."
• "Don't be in a rush to go into debt or to future you up for financial heartbreak by committing cash to an asset till you're ready. And you know you're ready when you've got everything lined up and you make your first sale."

SOCIAL MEDIA LINKS

Michael McCall

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/buffalo.finances.cpa/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BuffalofinanceNC/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-d-mccall-03667714/

WEBSITE

Buffalo Finances: https://buffalofinances.com/