In today’s episode, we dive deep into the entrepreneurial journey of Alex Shapiro, the co-founder and CEO behind CanMonkey — the innovative startup automating trash day for vacation rentals, Airbnb hosts, and single-family homes across the country. Alex shares how CanMonkey went from a small, scrappy idea to becoming one of the fastest-growing companies in Arizona, operating in multiple states and serving thousands of properties. We cover the early challenges, the unexpected roadblocks, the operational struggles, and the strategic breakthroughs that turned a simple concept into an entirely new category within the gig economy. You’ll learn: How CanMonkey identified a problem no one else was solving What it takes to scale a blue-collar tech business The systems and tools CanMonkey built to dominate a niche market Lessons from startup failures, pivots, and “figure-it-out” moments How to build a business in an industry most people overlook What the future of automation and on-demand labor looks like Whether you're an aspiring founder, a home-services operator, a gig-economy worker, or just someone who loves hearing unconventional success stories, this conversation is packed with practical insights and inspiration. Don’t miss Alex’s incredible journey — and the exciting vision he shares for the future of CanMonkey.