S4E34 How to Scale a Service Business to 7 Figures with Trina Julian

In this episode of the Investor Shed Podcast, we sit down with Trina Julian, the founder of Country Girl Gardens, who went from working as a barista to building a million-dollar landscaping business in just seven years! Trina shares her journey of identifying market opportunities, mastering marketing strategies, and implementing standard operating procedures (SOPs) to create a thriving and sustainable business.

We dive deep into the emotional challenges of entrepreneurship, including the struggles of losing employees to competition, overcoming a scarcity mindset, and preparing a business for a successful exit or sale. Plus, Trina reveals the key mistakes she made along the way and how she turned them into valuable lessons for long-term success.

If you're a real estate investor, small business owner, or aspiring entrepreneur, this episode is packed with actionable insights to help you scale your business, build financial independence, and create a legacy that lasts!

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📌 Topics Covered:
✅ Trina's journey: From barista to million-dollar business owner
✅ How she leveraged yard signs for explosive marketing success
✅ The power of standard operating procedures (SOPs) in business growth
✅ Why paying yourself a salary is crucial when preparing for a business sale
✅ The emotional toll of employees leaving to start their own businesses
✅ Overcoming scarcity mindset and embracing an abundant market
✅ How AI and content creation are shaping the future of business
✅ The opportunities in home services and online education
✅ Why financial independence gives you the freedom to choose your work
✅ Trina's top mistakes in business—and how you can avoid them

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🔗 Connect with Trina Julian:
🌐 Website: www.trinajulian.com
📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/trina_julian/
📺 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@trinajulian
📘 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TrinaJulian86

🔗 Connect with Us:
📺 Official YouTube Podcast Page: https://www.youtube.com/@TheInvestorShed
📺 Nick Beveridge's YouTube Page: https://www.youtube.com/@NickBeveridge
🌐 Real Estate Website: northidahorei.com
📘 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100063653307069
📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theinvestorshed/

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