Episode Details

A simple trade-skills business can turn a garage idea into serious cash. In this summarized episode of The Koerner Office, host Chris Koerner breaks down how Mike Herod built VOSKILL, a woodworking and shop-skills trade school, from a 3:30 a.m. Facebook post into a fast-growing business. The full episode runs about 49 minutes; this summary gets you the key ideas in minutes. You’ll learn how Mike validated demand with free classes, why parents love hands-on kids activities, how he generated tens of thousands in revenue with low overhead, and how Facebook marketing and word of mouth fueled growth. The episode also digs into margins, safety, repeat customers, homeschool communities, and why trade skills may offer more value than traditional college for many families. Listen now to get the key ideas in minutes.