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About 10 years ago, I got three quotes on a patio. None would provide any drawings or breakdown, other than it would pave under my deck and cost between 35-50K. I decided to do it all, with some help from some people my wife knew that did landscaping. We set aside six weekends, I learned to level with a bobcat, grade off the house, tamp etc. Ended up doing a three tier landscape, bringing in soil, crush and run and scree. We paved, did steps landscaped two lawns on top level, columns for raised planters, and walls all around with raised beds etc. I contracted the materials with a local paving company, and landscape company. When finished the paving company asked if they could take pictures as they had come out to see what I was doing with 20+ pallets of pavers and wall. It was better than any local company would have done. I had someone estimate, and they thought I paid around $120K. My only regret was the three people I had working with me all asked, practically pleaded that I start a company. Learned all the major components through KZread.

@MJ98.

Ай бұрын

Good for you

@busyrand

Ай бұрын

Sir... Here's you sign... Sounds like you enjoyed it, and have the expertise... Maybe do a project a year...

Bro made a smart decision starting right out of high school. I fell into the millennial scam of going to university wasting 4-5 years, gaining debt etc and only getting myself up at 30. When this dude is 30 he'll be in a much better position than most of his friends. Regardless his hard work 4 am mornings are admirable. Good attitude, genuine guy, I really enjoyed this episode.

@drumsoccer100

Ай бұрын

If you get a useless degree it's a waste...

@MusicLegendIX

Ай бұрын

@@drumsoccer100 i did a degree in the medical field --> profession has become saturated

@mihailmilenkov6223

Ай бұрын

He built this in 10years, even if you go to uni and graduate in your 30s, you can still make it provided you got what it takes

@bmiga

Ай бұрын

@@drumsoccer100 they're all useless.

Props to this young man.

@UpFlip

Ай бұрын

Appreciate the support! 🔥

@TheWalamala

Ай бұрын

26 aint young lmaoooooooo

THANK YOU SO MUCH!! I LEARNED A LOT !!!!!!!!!!!!

The guy is a G!

@UpFlip

Ай бұрын

Hundred percent! 🔥

Lessons learned: own the sales and marketing, hire out the job to contractors.

@UpFlip

Ай бұрын

Indeed, that's a highly effective business model! 🌟

This kid is killing it! good on him, lots of respect for the hustle!

@UpFlip

Ай бұрын

Appreciate the support! ☺️

Smart young man has more figured out than I did at his age.

@UpFlip

Ай бұрын

He's learned and achieved more than many of us have, even at our current ages! 👏

I think a lot of the people interviewed blow smoke, but this guy seems genuine to the point where I would hire him. I like how he said people will use all the profits to expand instead of saving some for the slow and or hard times. Very underestimated statement as most people want instant growth.

@UpFlip

Ай бұрын

You're absolutely right! Building a strong foundation is crucial for true growth. It's not just about expanding but also withstanding the challenges along the way. 💪

@crush9197

Ай бұрын

Nothing wrong with blowing smoke. That’s an old head mentality. Way more pros then 🍺 just had to let you know

His parents helped him get started. This is key! Good job mom and dad.

The host is very good! I can see he connects well with the featured entrepreneur.

@UpFlip

Ай бұрын

Thank you! Paul is thrilled to hear your positive feedback! 🙌

Thank God he didn't go to school beyond grade 10.. would have had his entrepreneurial spirit beaten right out.. Such an inspiring guy !

@UpFlip

Ай бұрын

A true entrepreneur never loses their spirit regardless of the situation! 💪

Subcontracting is such a clever move; focus on what you're good at (marketing, sales) and let other people break their backs. Brilliant.

@UpFlip

Ай бұрын

This business model is all about giving people an opportunity. It's not about breaking backs but creating skilled livelihoods. 🙏

We not chasing The dollar we chasing experience " I like that motto

Truth be told I wold rather pay $5K for that work instead of a $70K "experience". Peter said they are selling the experience and a lot of people get roped into it. I mean good for him for figuring this out. A good backstory or experience is the best way to sell something. I have a neighbor that hired a full team for $150K to design his entire landscaping which gave him a colorized layout that he got to hang on his living room wall. He is soo proud of that framed printout. Wooohoo. A year later they are still planting his landscaping... its funny to watch because I would have been done in a month doing it myself, then I'd go to staples and print my own design and hang it on the wall. LOL. Some people are going to get wiped out eventually because they dont know how to manage their money.

@UpFlip

Ай бұрын

Some people don't have the time, energy, or capacity to work on their own spaces, but that doesn't mean they don't know how to manage their money. 😉

@ghosteye007

Ай бұрын

@@UpFlip spending that much on landscaping tells me they precisely DONT know how to manage their money.

@theguybry4512

Ай бұрын

@@ghosteye007unless that shit is pocket change to them maybe ? Lol

@natepenick259

Ай бұрын

Completely agreed, as much as I love profit, I see through his "value" as not nearly worth the price

@ybaha1995

Ай бұрын

Being in a race to the bottom over the cheapest price is not a great business model either.

Wow Peter 🤩This video is so motivating. I'm truly inspired by your journey and the valuable advice you shared. Thanks, Paul, for always hosting inspiring people on your channel! We need more of that 😊

@UpFlip

Ай бұрын

Glad you found it helpful! Hope the information propels you to new heights and success. 🚀

Job well done! 👍

@UpFlip

Ай бұрын

Appreciate the support! ☺️

Question for Peter - on the sub contracting to other companies, do they wear their own company brand on site? how do you prevent them from taking jobs of potential customers walking by and asking them for a personal quote ?

I noticed he dropped out, but I believe his father is a business owner. No knock on him, but he had some acceptance of business concepts.

@UpFlip

Ай бұрын

What's important is what he did with the information he got. Look at where it took him! ✨

Christian hardscape brothers on KZread are 👌🏽

It’s depends where the market is cause down here they don’t care about they yard

Inspiring

@UpFlip

Ай бұрын

Hope he inspired you to kickstart your own business venture! 🔥

For a guy in my late 40s, this guy is like a male mentor we all need. Christian guy with a successful business and a good role model to his staff and customers. Imagine he dropped out at 10th grade and got it figured out more than a lot of employees running around with a masters and PhD 😂

I did pavers must be my area only small jobs

@UpFlip

Ай бұрын

Where are you located? Perhaps consider moving your service to an area with higher demand?

Another Washington based business. Is Upflip out of Washington state ?

@UpFlip

Ай бұрын

We do travel, but lately its been mostly Washington state interviews ;)

I think we found the 18 year old with 30 years experience

@UpFlip

Ай бұрын

We're truly impressed by every aspect of his maturity! 👏

yall gotta chill with these titles and thumbnails it’s all cap but great vid

@UpFlip

Ай бұрын

Hope you watched until the end to understand the significance of these numbers! 🔥

This guy sounds like Mark Zuckerberg

@UpFlip

Ай бұрын

Likeminded people speak alike! 💪

@smilephotobooth5731

Ай бұрын

@@UpFlip Absolutely, this guy could run a fortune 500

When you become a millionare you realize that money is just an illusion. Anybody can be a multi-millionare just by changing their mindset towards money and income. There's a reason every self-made millionare says that making your first million is the hardest.

@UpFlip

Ай бұрын

Well said! You change your life by changing your mind 😉

Dude is 28 looks like he is 49 but damn he good

@PcfulSol

Ай бұрын

Yep 😂

@rollsroyce2627

Ай бұрын

😂😂😂

@techwithmpho

Ай бұрын

👎

@marvin2678

Ай бұрын

too much sun for sure

@emem2863

Ай бұрын

It's the clothes. Lol. He dresses like a 35+ man who considers himself to be successful.

I would like to have someone lay pavers in my yard.👍🙏😎

@UpFlip

Ай бұрын

That would indeed be an awesome experience! 🌟

700k revanue isnt really that great and your a liar. 2nd to that Your profit on these jobs since your do not own most of your equipment and likely don't insure it all is a lot

@edwardb911

Ай бұрын

Chill Buddy.

@Thebluesky0311

Ай бұрын

700k per month for a service business is great.

@GenericUsername00172

Ай бұрын

@@Thebluesky0311 hes full of shit mate

@DestinationJapan95

Ай бұрын

Even if he’s making 25% profit that’s still $175k/mo How is that not good? Why would he be a liar? Quit being a jealous, delusional american

@matthewbrooks5756

Ай бұрын

Clearly, you didn't listen to the entire episode.

KZread ads r such bs