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Blue-collar entrepreneurs say it's getting harder to turn a profit as competition for 'sweaty startups' heats up

Business owners of sweaty startups like cleaning and pest control told BI that they love the work, but it's getting harder to grow.iStock; Rebecca Zisser/BI"Sweaty startup" describes business ownership in traditionally blue-collar industries.Sweaty startups are facing challenges from inflation and increased competition.Private equity interest in blue-collar businesses is rising, adding pressure on small operators.Patrick Hocker, 35, never envisioned owning a pest-control company.

 

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