How a This guy Turned a Trash Problem into a Six-Figure Business

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How a This guy Turned a Trash Problem into a Six-Figure Business

Let me tell you about this hilarious and amazing story of how this guy, Spencer Scott, turned a small trash collection frustration into a business that's already pulling in $155k in sales. Buckle up, this one’s wild.

The Setup: Trash Cans Gone Wild

So, Spencer lives in a gated community near Dallas. You know, the type with 24/7 security and probably a golf course. But the real scandal? His trash bins are constantly left scattered across the neighborhood like they just came out of a bar brawl. Picture this: one bin on the ground, one on the neighbor's lawn, and the last one? Who knows. It’s a weekly game of "Where's Waldo" with trash cans, and it's driving Spencer (and his neighbors) nuts.

Spencer, being the scrappy entrepreneur he is, decides to post in his local Facebook group: "Hey neighbors, anyone down to switch to a better trash service? My wife and I are tired of playing 'Find the Trash Can.' Let's do something about it!" And boom, 150 comments later, people are ready for change.

The Trash Business Idea

Now, here’s where Spencer's brain kicks into overdrive. He looks at the numbers—his current trash service is charging $50/month for about 300 houses. Quick math, that’s a six-figure business right there. So, Spencer, being the guy who once sold internet services door-to-door, says, “Why not me?”

Within 48 hours, Spencer sets up a website, launches a referral program (get 10 customers, get a free month of trash pickup!), and collects $155k in sales from his neighbors. He buys 200 trash bins, secures a garbage truck for $40k through a FaceTime negotiation, and now, this dude is officially in the trash business. No joke, he’s ready to pick up his first round of trash. 🚛💨

The Numbers Game

Here’s the breakdown: Spencer’s running the numbers like a tech guy but in the trash world. A truck holds 200 bins, and dumping them costs $250. He’s looking at making a bad year at $150k, decent at $250k, and a great year at $350k. And if this works out? He’s scaling up to new regions.

Now, the margins aren’t as juicy as software, but the recurring revenue? Golden.

Marketing Hacks for Spencer's Trash Empire

Here are some some next-level marketing for this venture:

1. Custom Bins – Design them in a way that screams local pride. Think bright pink bins or maybe some fun graphics (like Cookie Monster eating trash). Make people proud to show off their bins.

2. Bin Rescue Notes – Whenever the competitor leaves trash bins in the wrong spot, leave a note: “We would never do this to you. Switch to Spencer’s Trash for better service!” Classic trash-savior move.

3. Garbage Truck Tours – Kids LOVE garbage trucks. Spencer should tour the neighborhood, let kids hop on for a ride, or have everyone spray water at it for fun. Turn trash day into an event.

4. Surprise & Delight – Maybe leave toy garbage trucks in mailboxes or randomly reward customers with funny gifts, like the “Great Days Start with a Good Dump” hoodie.

Trash Daddy in the Making

Spencer's documenting this whole thing publicly, sharing his journey on social media, and it's honestly hilarious. His goal? To build a million-dollar trash company with 1,000 customers in 6 months. And with how fast he's moving, I’m betting he’ll hit it.

Final Thought: Spencer’s not just building a trash business. He’s building a brand, telling his story, and having a blast doing it. I love this kind of energy. It’s raw, scrappy, and unapologetically fun. Trash Daddy is on the rise.

Cheers to Spencer and all of you who chase those crazy ideas. Sometimes, those are the ones that make all the difference.