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Essential Habits for Entrepreneurs

Alittle elbow grease is helping build character for recent Liberty Hill graduate Bryant Amsler. Addressing the need to save money for his own college education, Bryant chose to build a business that is enabling him to generate revenue, build business and networking skills, and nurture independence, all while serving the Liberty Hill community as a professional power washer.

CLEAR ON THE CONCEPT

He credits his friend Jed for planting the seed for the pressure washing business, but it was his own wrecked truck that inspired him to move forward with it. “My sister had an auto accident and our insurance went up. I didn’t want my parents to have to pay even more because of my wreck so I started the pressure washing business to be able to fix my truck out of pocket,” Bryant says.

Fueled by dreams of going to college, Bryant has continued to work hard to grow his business and turn that dream into a reality. “Everyone dreams of that first day of college,” he says. “The friends you will meet, the experiences you’ll be exposed to, the school spirit you’ll develop, but paying for that dream can be a nightmare if you don’t have a surefire plan.”

HISTORICAL GOALS

It seems every generation has its share of successful young entrepreneurs so it’s no surprise Gen-Z is doing the same. This very wise-for-his-age business owner says, “If you are thinking about starting your own business, the best advice I can give you is to look into what you want to do and map it out. Know your demand and study your competition. Find a niche—the more narrow, the better—where you can be the one specialist people can trust to get the job done.”

THE PERKS

While he has many talents and interests, he chose pressure washing for the value and benefits to homes, property, and public spaces. He explains, “Dirt, grime, mildew, and algae build up over time and leave your home, driveway, sidewalks, patios and decks unsightly. Maintaining your home and business with regular pressure washing can not only increase the longevity of your property, but also increase its value by thousands of dollars. It adds a newer feel to your property,” explains Bryant “I don’t charge by the hour because I feel like its incentive to go slower. I charge by the job so I can take my time and get it done right without it being at the cost of my customers.”

Bryant is also pleased that local businesses like Tractor Supply and McCoy’s have allowed him to advertise at their stores. “I’m really grateful that being young is no obstacle to being a part of the great business community in Liberty Hill. You just have to ask.”