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From Pool Tech to Pool Company Owner – The Truth Nobody Talks About

Erik Taylor Season 4 Episode 9

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What is up guys, welcome back to the Chlorine King Pool Service Show Podcast.

In this episode, Erik from Chlorine King Pool Service talks about the journey from being a pool company employee to becoming a pool business owner. If you’ve ever thought about starting your own pool route, leaving your job, or building a company in the pool industry, this episode is packed with honest insight, real-world experience, and a few laughs along the way.

We discuss:

✅ How Robert first got into the pool industry
✅ What working as an employee was really like
✅ The moment he knew I wanted to start my own company
✅ Pool employee life vs pool owner life
✅ What people THINK owning a business looks like vs reality
✅ Early mistakes he made starting out
✅ Getting pool service customers
✅ Funny and crazy pool stories
✅ Physical work vs running the business behind the scenes
✅ Advice for future pool business owners
✅ Whether the freedom is actually worth the pressure 🤣

00:00 Introduction – From Pool Employee to Pool Company Owner
01:33 How Robert Got Started in the Pool Service Industry
03:24 What Working for a Pool Company Was REALLY Like
04:16 Why Robert Decided to Start His Own Pool Business
05:59 Pool Employee vs Pool Business Owner Life
08:29 More Freedom or More Responsibility as a Business Owner?
09:35 What People THINK Pool Company Ownership Looks Like vs Reality
16:08 Early Mistakes Starting a Pool Service Company
21:01 Is Getting Pool Service Customers Harder Than Expected?
23:25 Funny, Crazy & Unforgettable Pool Service Stories
27:38 Does Robert Miss Clocking Out and Going Home?
31:22 Physical Pool Work vs Running the Business Behind the Scenes
34:10 Advice for Anyone Wanting to Start a Pool Company
40:31 Robert’s Long-Term Vision for His Pool Business
45:21 Is Owning a Pool Company Worth the Stress and Pressure?

Owning a pool company can look glamorous online, but behind the scenes it’s long days, customer calls, repairs, payroll, scheduling, stress, and constant problem solving. This episode gives an honest look into what building a pool service business actually looks like.

Whether you're a pool pro, entrepreneur, service business owner, or homeowner curious about the industry, this episode should give you valuable insight into the realities of the pool business.

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