#168: Pooper Scooper Stories, Lawn Care, and Growing Your Business with EJ McCoy
EJ McCoy mowed his first lawn when he was eight years old and soon learned that he could turn that activity into a pretty successful business. He also discovered that, hey, most people don’t like to deal with their pet’s waste. Shocking, right?
Luckily, EJ doesn’t mind getting his hands dirty, and he’s turned Scoop Soldiers into a successful business of pet waste removal. He’s also evolved his lawn company into Chorbie, which aims to be a one-stop shop for any home service need you can think of.
We’re talking all about how EJ got started as an entrepreneur, how he’s grown it over the years, and some of his top pet poop-related stories. I promise they’re not crappy.
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Highlights of our conversation
How EJ first got into the entrepreneurial mindset at just eight years old and grew his businesses from there. (2:09)
The story behind the creation of Scoop Soldiers. (4:37)
Why SEO has proven so successful in growing EJ’s businesses. (9:15)
Ways Scoop Soldiers has expanded and when pet waste removal gets its busiest. (12:11)
One of the most common questions EJ gets and a funny story about disposing poop. (19:05)
A look inside War Daddy University, Scoop Soldiers’ program for new franchisees. Plus, a very odd discussion comparing the heat of Las Vegas pools to soups. (24:56)
The one thing EJ wants to be remembered for. And some dogs make an appearance! (28:30)
EJ’s top three vacation destinations. (30:49)
Where to find EJ McCoy
Learn more about EJ here.
Book a service with Scoop Soldiers.
Look at the evolution of EJ’s lawn business at Chorbie, which can help take care of just about every home service.