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From Junk to Giant: How Brian Scudamore Built a Billion Dollar Brand
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At 18 years old, Brian Scudamore had a vision—one that started in a McDonald’s drive-thru and turned into 1-800-GOT-JUNK. What began as a one-truck operation became a franchise empire spanning multiple industries. But the road to success wasn’t easy. In this episode of Breaching the Boardroom, host David Mauro (NetGain Technologies) sits down with Brian to talk about the failures, risks, and unconventional strategies that built a global brand.
Together, they discuss how culture, leadership, and relentless vision shape long-term success—and why hiring for attitude over experience can make all the difference.
💡 What You’ll Learn:
✔️ How a beat-up truck and $700 sparked a multimillion-dollar business
✔️ Why Brian fired his entire team—and how it changed his company forever
✔️ The power of vision: How the Painted Picture strategy turns goals into reality
✔️ The $29 guerrilla marketing tactic that made 1-800-GOT-JUNK stand out
📢 Want to grow your business with the right people and culture?
Learn how to apply Brian’s strategies to your own leadership journey, create a vision that drives growth, and build a business that lasts.
👋 Connect with Us:
🎙️ David Mauro – VP of Business Development, NetGain Technologies
🎙️ Brian Scudamore – Founder & CEO, 1-800-GOT-JUNK, WOW 1 Day Painting, Shack Shine
📖 Resources Mentioned:
🔹 Brian’s book WTF (Willing to Fail) – Lessons on resilience and growth
🔹 The Painted Picture framework – Creating a vision for your business
🌟 Who Are We?
NetGain Technologies is a leading managed IT and security service provider with over 40 years of experience helping small to mid-sized businesses succeed. 💻✨ Specializing in IT management, cybersecurity, and strategic consulting, we empower businesses in healthcare, finance, manufacturing, and beyond to turn technology into a competitive advantage. 🚀
🌐 Website: www.netgainit.com
💼 LinkedIn: NetGain Technologies
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