EP09: From Corporate Life to Auto Detailing Empire – Jesus De Lardilles Shares His Soloprenuer Story

"The smart way, it really doesn't require you to, you know, start with so much money. So I started. I bought a 97 astro van, right? I didn't know if that thing was going to turn on the next day. I bought all my equipment new, you know, but I was like, you know what? I need to start this way and work my way up. You know, a lot of guys, they think that they have to, like, show or portray this image of, like, they're, like, super successful, you know, and clients, they're not really looking at that, at least. What, from what I've experienced, you know, as long as you're a person that says, hey, I'm gonna be there at this time, and you show up at that time, you actually say what you're gonna do. Clients are gonna be there whether you drive a 97 astro van or, you know, 2023, you know, all decked out, you know, Van."

 

Welcome to the Business and Bytes Podcast, where we delve into the heart of entrepreneurship and digital innovation. In this episode, Emelio Mejia reconnects with an old friend and guest, Jesus De Lardilles, to discuss the highs and lows of being a solopreneur.

 

Jesus shares his transformative journey from the banking industry to establishing Miami Premium Enterprise, offering insights into the shift from corporate to the autonomy of running one's own business. We'll cover critical topics like cybersecurity, the digital footprint of businesses, and the crucial aspects of fostering a robust company culture.

 

Our conversation will touch upon the significance of perseverance, highlighted by a nod to Calvin Coolidge's thoughts on persistence, and the balance between financial prudence and business expansion. As Jesus recounts his experiences with burnout, client interactions, and strategic shifts in his business model, listeners will gain valuable lessons on resilience, the importance of a well-defined business purpose, and the strategies that can drive a business's success.

 

Tune in to EP09: Jesus De Lardilles | The Solopreneur Story for a dose of inspiration and practical advice for any business journey.

 

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Timestamps for your reference:

00:00 Podcast host thanks guest and discusses interview. 04:11 Banking experience impacted service transition to entrepreneurship. 08:44 Start small, clients care about reliability. 13:00 Rebooted business with new mindset and guidance. 14:48 Coaches help gain competitive edge in business. 19:49 Prioritized clients, growth through quality over quantity. 21:00 Social media crucial for business growth and trust. 25:19 People losing trust over petty theft experiences. 27:30 Company success: pay employees well, create good culture. 31:58 Entrepreneurship offers confidence to pivot industries. 35:52 Building trust with clients through personal engagement. 39:04 Entrepreneur shares importance of having a big "why". 42:28 Surround yourself with the right people, succeed. 44:32 Miami Premium Enterprise provides comprehensive vehicle detailing. 48:59 Thoroughly monitoring email system is crucial. 51:17 Book about hacking, client gave info away. 54:09 Security breach detected, but minimal data compromised. 57:49 Exciting digital marketing plans for Facebook content.