Business idea · Subscription
Recurring Revenue for Service Providers
Recurring Revenue for Service Providers: This concept involves creating a platform that allows service providers, such as landscapers or electricians, to offer subscription-based services to their customers, ensuring a steady income stream. It was pitched on Koerner Office in the episode "Anyone Can Start This $18K/Month Business With a Phone - Ep. #348" (aired October 30, 2026).
At a glance
| Podcast | Koerner Office |
|---|---|
| Hosted by | Chris Koerner |
| Episode | Anyone Can Start This $18K/Month Business With a Phone - Ep. #348 |
| Aired | October 30, 2026 |
| Category | Subscription |
| Real companies on the episode | Go High Level, Event Letter Rentals, Carlos' Landscaping Business, Loom, James' Marketing Agency |
The problem it solves
Service providers often face fluctuating income due to inconsistent job availability; a subscription model can provide predictable monthly revenue.
How it makes money
The business would earn through subscription fees paid by service providers and possibly transaction fees for each payment processed.
Skills you need
Skills required include business development, sales strategy, and an understanding of subscription-based business models.
The market, and why this works now
Square's payment processing API allows service providers to easily integrate subscription billing into their businesses. A strong first-revenue move would be to target r/Contractor, where service professionals discuss business strategies. Founders will likely face challenges with customer acquisition costs, as building a subscriber base may require significant upfront marketing investment before achieving a sustainable payback period.
Our analysis, written after the episode. Not a quote from the show.
Real companies discussed on this episode
- Go High Level
A software platform that offers various automation tools for businesses, including automated text responses, email workflows, and systems for improving online presence.
- Event Letter Rentals
A business specializing in renting decorative wooden letters for events, such as homecoming celebrations.
- Carlos' Landscaping Business
A local landscaping service run by a young entrepreneur who was helped by James to establish his business.
- Loom
A video messaging tool that allows users to record video messages that can be shared with others, facilitating communication and presentations.
- James' Marketing Agency
A marketing agency focused on helping local small businesses with their websites, review systems, and basic marketing tools.
Where this idea came from
Podcast: Koerner Office, hosted by Chris Koerner
Episode: Anyone Can Start This $18K/Month Business With a Phone - Ep. #348
Aired:
Summarized from the episode transcript. The show does not say which speaker raised each idea, so we credit the show, not a person.