From Corporate to Chlorine: Oscar’s Dive into Pool Service & Small Business Grit

In this brutally honest conversation, Stephen and Derick sit down with Oscar, a seasoned entrepreneur who made the bold leap from the corporate world into running a pool service and retail business. They unpack the highs and lows of small business ownership—from managing staff and educating clients to the real challenges of leak detection and hardscaping. Whether you're a homeowner thinking of DIY pool maintenance or a business owner navigating service-based work, this episode pulls back the curtain on what it really takes to stay afloat in a competitive industry.