Benjamin Gottfredson is the owner of Big Ben's Moving and Storage and Big Storage Ventures. He started doing moving as a side hustle and eventually grew his business to serve Salt Lake and Utah County. He also ventured into the storage business and now owns seven facilities. Benjamin emphasizes the importance of scaling and being willing to invest in the business to reach the next level. He also highlights the role of delegation and hiring a general manager to help with the growth. Benjamin's why is to create freedom for himself and build a legacy for others. He believes in including God in his business decisions and prioritizing integrity and respect. The biggest challenge he faces is scaling and making tough decisions about investing in positions and giving raises. Benjamin advises entrepreneurs to be patient and choose excellence over perfection. He also encourages developing a stress tolerance and being able to triage tasks effectively.
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