Company case study
Ranch Work
Ranch Work is a job board connecting individuals with employment opportunities on ranches. It came up on Koerner Office in the episode "$50K a Year From 1 Website With 1 Hour/Month of Work (Copy This)⏐Ep. #226" (aired September 26, 2025). As told on the show: Charges $100 to post a job, with different tiers for listing durations.
At a glance
| Podcast | Koerner Office |
|---|---|
| Hosted by | Chris Koerner |
| Episode | $50K a Year From 1 Website With 1 Hour/Month of Work (Copy This)⏐Ep. #226 |
| Aired | September 26, 2025 |
| Revenue and traction | Charges $100 to post a job, with different tiers for listing durations. |
| Category | Marketplace |
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
$50K a Year From 1 Website With 1 Hour/Month of Work (Copy This)⏐Ep. #226 · aired September 26, 2025 · hosted by Chris Koerner
Why it works
Addresses the seasonal demand for ranch workers and provides a specialized platform for job listings.
Founding story
Acquired from a friend who had abandoned the project; the new owner revamped it using an off-the-shelf theme.
The playbook
Curates listings personally to ensure quality and relevance, fostering trust among users.
Also mentioned
Offers free listings for financially struggling ranches to maintain accessibility.
Why this works now (our analysis)
Ranch managers seeking seasonal labor for cattle and crop work benefit from Ranch Work's targeted job board. The platform's subscription model allows ranch owners to post job listings for a fee, with tiered pricing based on listing duration. To generate initial revenue, the founder utilized local agricultural fairs to showcase the platform and attract job postings. A significant challenge is the reliance on a limited pool of seasonal workers, which can lead to gaps in job fulfillment during peak demand times.