​I have a “Business”, but not sure how to market or gain clients well.

Hello all,

I run a business, it was an idea I had originally back in 2019– yet as a teen I couldn’t handle people saying “No” and gave up.

Since losing my job back in May, I went all in into this idea again — and within 3 months my total gross profit is $4200.

This has been a mixture of several small clients, and 2 big ones.

Now, the idea I had is nothing new, and has been done several times over.

It’s Auto detailing.

I used to work as an Auto Porter (someone who moves and “details” cars for a dealership) for one of the big names dealerships in my area — making $12/hr. I was 18, and thought I could do more. But again, took too many no’s and shelved the idea.

Now that I’m back into it it’s been great, but it’s been unreliable or I’ve expected too much too soon. So.. I had to get another full time job. And now I run my business exclusively on weekends.

I’ve tried marketing through making a social media presence (not a lot but just to get the name out there), I’m redoing a website now (I made a quick one to get it up and going), I use Setmore for online booking, Google page and reviews, I did cold calling and still do but now I mainly focus on word of mouth.

I offer a referral incentive and other promotions to try to get buisness.

The only recent win I’ve had, is one of my big clients (I’m on yearly schedule to wash all 80 golf carts) and he gave me a guy in his neighborhood which is the wealthiest area in my location. This client was great, and is actively helping me in my journey. (Spreading my name around in the neighborhood)

Besides this. I’m not sure how to get more clients. Prices I should set at. I have ideas, but not sure how to execute.

I’m not the best seller, but I’m trying to learn. It’s not just about money, I enjoy this too.

Back in June, I made enough profit to cover all my bills. It felt so GOOD to pay my things with money that I made doing something I loved. Not only that, but a business that is mine.

So. If any of you have any advice it would greatly be appreciated. I’m fully open.