Hello, Im Robert, been in business since 2003, in Gr,Mich. new to tmf

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Just signed up last week, havent had much time to post, but if I am to continue to grow my business then I need to become more web smart and stay ahead of the new cut throat so called carpet cleaners that are popping up everywhere wanting to "clean the whole house for 99.00" or 15.00 per room. I have seen many come and go in the little time Ive been in this business, lost clients to someone coming in and under bidding, then going out of business a year or two later because they cant afford to keep it. Its funny how everyone starts off with $ signs in their eyes ready to take on the world and steal everyones accounts then gets the accounts and loses them because they have no idea what they are doing ! I have a butler in an 87 chevy van that I have rebuilt everything on from the butler to the van. It has probably cost me more to do it this way than to buy a new butler system. Sometimes I see the big new franchise vans that drive by laughing or making comments about my old van with the flames and chrome wheels but you know what ? Im the guy that ends up taking their clients because they left the carpets too wet or couldnt remove they stains or they were just rude and the clients have nothing but negative things to say about them. The way I see it i cant have even one negative thought about me or my business !
 

Steve Toburen

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I need to become more web smart and stay ahead of the new cut throat so called carpet cleaners that are popping up everywhere ... Sometimes I see the big new franchise vans that drive by laughing or making comments about my old van with the flames and chrome wheels but you know what ? Im the guy that ends up taking their clients because they left the carpets too wet or couldnt remove they stains or they were just rude and the clients have nothing but negative things to say about them. The way I see it i cant have even one negative thought about me or my business !
Welcome aboard, Robert. Just like the others said you came to the right place.

However, I can't resist asking a question. How much would it cost to get rid of the "flames and chrome wheels" and project a more professional, upscale image? Sure, you've proven you can beat the big boys even with this counter-culture attitude. Congratulations! BUT success in business is based on picking your battles. Something to think about. :)

NOTE: I can't find your photos to admire your van.

Steve Toburen
www.SFS.https://shop.truckmountforums.com.com

PS I'm glad to see you are focusing on the Internet. I call an effective web site and good SEO the great "playing field leveler". With Tre's help you can beat the big boys at their own game in your local market. Big Billy Yeadon talked about this neat new trend over a year ago ...

http://sfs.https://shop.truckmountf...aning-industry-natural-search-engine-rankings
 

rob allen

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Welcome to Truckmountforums Robert. :hi:


Anything I can ever do for you feel free to email,pm or even call me.


Enjoy!


Rob