Men on the Move: A Lesson in Entrepreneurship
For many Roslyn and North Shore residents, Men on the Move is a familiar name, one tied to major life moments, growing families, new beginnings, and businesses on the move. What started as a local moving company has grown into a trusted operation serving Queens and Long Island, built on reputation, reliability, and pride in doing things the right way.
This March, Roslyn Living spotlights Men on the Move not just for what they move, but for how they built their business. At its core is an entrepreneurial mindset rooted in steady growth, accountability, and community pride—lessons that extend far beyond the moving and storage industry.
What single decision most accelerated the company’s growth?
“Internally, I have kept the growth to be incremental in nature. That is, limiting it to one or two trucks or self-storage facilities at a time…” Rather than chasing rapid expansion, the focus remained on growing at a pace the business could support. That clarity extended to how leadership time was spent. “I stopped working in my business instead of working on my business.” It was a shift that allowed for long-term planning and stronger systems—often a turning point for founders. If he were starting over today, experience would guide his early decisions. “Sometimes you don’t know what you don’t know…I’d hire more outside consultants and people who know a lot more than me.”
In a service-driven business, crews aren’t just employees—they are the face of the company. So how do you hold teams accountable without hurting morale?
Instill pride. Making this direct correlation… I have a quote: ‘The good job you do today creates the job you have tomorrow.’ That philosophy has helped create consistency and trust. This is why we win Best of Long Island often as we do. We won again this year.
Sales Without the Hard Sell
In referral-driven communities like Roslyn and the North Shore, reputation matters more than aggressive sales tactics. “We don’t upsell, we just let people know that Men on the Move is the only moving company in Queens and Long Island that offers: Self Storage, Warehouse storage, and Mobile storage. The approach has paid off. We have won Best of Long Island in Mobile storage again this year.
Scaling With Intention
Before scaling made sense, certain fundamentals had to be in place. “Well, first the market, then training of the crews… We have an outstanding repeat and referral rate.” From a buyer’s perspective, the essentials are clear. “Accounts, consistent revenue, reputation.” And over time, the definition of success has evolved. “Giving back to the community…”
Pro Tip: Obsess Over the Details
What advice would you give someone looking to build a respected, profitable moving and storage company—not just a busy one?
Simple: Obsess over every single detail. Oh, and clean the trucks!! It kills me when I see my competitors roll down the LIE with filthy trucks. Not Men on the Move!!!” Built on pride, precision, and community connection, Men on the Move proves that long-term success isn’t accidental—it’s earned, one detail at a time.
