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Unlocking Success: building a locksmith empire
Jacob Szender, CEO of Sure Lock & Key, shares his journey of building a successful locksmith and security firm. He discusses his inspiration for entrepreneurship in the locksmith industry and the strategies he implemented to grow his business significantly. Jacob emphasizes the importance of adaptability and determination in overcoming challenges and thinking on your feet. He also highlights the value of education and recommends taking courses in finance, budgeting, and marketing. Jacob discusses how Workiz’s tools and features have helped streamline and grow his business. He concludes by sharing his future plans and goals for the locksmith business.
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Summary
Jacob, the CEO of Sherlock and Key, shares his journey of building a million-dollar locksmith business. He emphasizes the importance of creating, adjusting fast, and learning from mistakes. Jacob also highlights the value of having a supportive family and being dedicated to the business. He discusses the challenges he faced, such as learning marketing and accounting, and the tools he used to streamline and grow his business, including Workiz. Jacob’s future plans include expanding through franchising and reducing dependency on Google.
Keywords
locksmith business, entrepreneurship, business growth, challenges, family support, time management, education, Workiz, franchising, reducing dependency on Google
Takeaways
- Building a successful locksmith business requires dedication, creativity, and a focus on creating something valuable.
- Adjusting fast, learning from mistakes, and not being afraid to try new things are crucial strategies for business growth.
- Having a supportive family and partners who share the same vision is essential for success.
- Education and continuous learning are important for overcoming challenges and acquiring new skills.
- Tools like Workiz can streamline business operations and reduce dependency on external platforms.
- Future plans may include expanding through franchising and reducing reliance on Google for business growth.
Titles
- Overcoming Challenges: Learning Marketing and Accounting
- Streamlining Business Operations with Tools like Workiz
Sound Bites
- “I didn’t plan on building a million dollar business from a locksmith business.”
- “One of the strategies is to know how to adjust fast, learn fast, change things fast, and not to be afraid to try.”
- “We wouldn’t succeed without having the family there.”
Chapters
00:00
Introduction to Jacob and his Locksmith Business
01:24
Inspiration and Vision for Building a Million-Dollar Business
04:43
The Power of Family Support
06:38
Overcoming Challenges and Pushing Forward
15:44
Streamlining Business Operations with Tools like Workiz
04:43
The Power of Family Support
06:38
Overcoming Challenges and Pushing Forward
15:44
Streamlining Business Operations with Tools like Workiz
About the speakers
Jacob Szender serves as the Chief Executive Officer of Sure Lock and Key, a distinguished Locksmith and Security firm catering to clients nationwide, with branches in Connecticut, New York, Rhode Island, Texas, Illinois, Arizona, and Florida.
Founded by Jacob and his 3 siblings, the company evolved from fielding just 1-2 calls per day to managing a multi-location locksmith enterprise worth millions, receiving over 200 service requests daily. Jacob’s entrepreneurial spirit became evident during his early days as a locksmith, prompting him to focus on business expansion. Through his initiatives, which included website development, marketing strategies, and implementing efficient software solutions, he orchestrated the company’s growth trajectory. With meticulous planning and execution, the modest locksmith venture transformed into the thriving enterprise it is today.
A Boston native turned California resident, blending my background in acting with a passion for sales. Over time, I’ve immersed myself in the world of Field and Home Service, uncovering the inner workings of this fascinating industry.
What I’ve found is a vibrant community of service professionals, each with their own journey marked by tales of resilience and triumph. Their stories, filled with grit and grace, serve as a testament to the remarkable growth potential within this field.
Now, I’ve partnered with Workiz to share these inspiring narratives through our new podcast, Workiz Unplugged. Together, we aim to uplift and motivate individuals within the industry, offering insights and lessons from those who have thrived in the face of challenges.
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