Company case study
Smash My Trash
Smash My Trash is a franchise business that provides mobile trash compacting services for industrial businesses, reducing the frequency of dumpster pickups. It came up on My First Million, hosted by Sam Parr and Shaan Puri, in the episode "Asking 3 young millionaires how they make $1.8M, $5M, & $12M/year" (aired August 19, 2026).
At a glance
| Podcast | My First Million |
|---|---|
| Hosted by | Sam Parr and Shaan Puri |
| Episode | Asking 3 young millionaires how they make $1.8M, $5M, & $12M/year |
| Aired | August 19, 2026 |
| Revenue and traction | The founder sold the business for $1.8 million after generating around $800K in top-line revenue over the first two years. |
| Category | Physical-Services |
Figures and claims are as told on the episode, summarized from the transcript. Check the date: they describe the company at the time it aired.
What the episode said
Asking 3 young millionaires how they make $1.8M, $5M, & $12M/year · aired August 19, 2026 · hosted by Sam Parr and Shaan Puri
Why it works
The concept addresses a significant cost for companies with large waste, allowing them to save on disposal fees while improving efficiency.
Founding story
The founder transitioned from a tech sales role to entrepreneurship after discovering the potential in cash-flowing blue-collar businesses during discussions with successful peers.
The playbook
Emphasizes direct sales efforts, leveraging local knowledge to acquire customers, and reinvesting profits into expanding territories and operations.
Also mentioned
The business model includes a percentage of savings shared with clients, creating a win-win scenario.