This 24-Year-Old Proves You Don’t Need College to Make $1M

This 24-Year-Old Proves You Don’t Need College to Make $1M

May 12, 2026 · 26 min

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Hunter Patrick shares his journey of building a $1M junk removal business without a college degree.

Think you need a college degree to build a successful business? At just 24 years old, Hunter Patrick is living proof you don't. In this episode of Masters of Home Service, host Adam Sylvester dives deep with Hunter, founder of Dumpire Junk Removal, who turned multiple business failures into a thriving $1M junk removal business, all without finishing high school. Show Notes: [01:16] The tough decision that led Hunter to entrepreneurship[02:13] How do you learn business without a formal education?[03:42] Overcoming self-doubt and criticism[05:08] The value of mentorships and why it matters[08:32] Why you shouldn't listen to everyone’s advice[11:38] The advantage of being young in entrepreneurship[13:58] Staying humble despite achieving success[17:40] Hunter’s advice for young entrepreneurs[19:02] How do you find the right mentors and coaches?[22:30] Using YouTube University and free resources New to Jobber? Masters of Home Service listeners can claim an exclusive discount for Jobber at https://bit.ly/4olKiNR

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