Joseph Lambert: Atlanta Entrepreneur

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Joseph Lambert: Atlanta Entrepreneur and Founder of Joseph’s Junk Removal

Personal Background

Joseph Lambert is an Atlanta, Georgia native who grew up as the oldest of five children. He experienced a formative challenge at age 12 when his parents divorced, which dramatically changed his family’s circumstances. Joseph has said this event “shook our family” and prompted him to mature quickly – his mother had to enter the workforce, and Joseph sought ways to help financially. As a pre-teen, he took initiative by mowing lawns and doing construction work for neighbors to earn money to lighten the burden on his mom. These early responsibilities instilled in him a strong work ethic and entrepreneurial drive from a young age.

In personal life, Joseph is known for his energetic and down-to-earth personality. On social media he even jokingly describes himself as a “Dreamer. Builder. Head junk man…Urban Cowboy. Krispy Kreme enthusiast,” proudly embracing his Atlanta roots. As of mid-2025, Joseph is in his early twenties and has already achieved business success well beyond his years.

Education and Early Entrepreneurial Experiences

Joseph Lambert attended high school in the Atlanta area (he mentions going to a small Christian school) and showed an entrepreneurial streak long before graduation. In his early teens, he experimented with small businesses born out of necessity and curiosity. By age 15, during a business law class project, he and a friend teamed up to create a landscaping venture called Southern Standard Residential. This early venture gave Joseph a taste of running a service business and managing customers while still in high school.

In his senior year, Joseph stumbled upon the junk removal industry by chance. One of his landscaping clients asked if he could haul away unwanted household items before a move. He took the odd job and hit a grand slam with it, earning roughly $1,600 in about four hours. He quickly recognized a scalable opportunity in junk removal. Although he narrowly missed graduating on time due to a failed class, Joseph completed his diploma requirements from home while working full-time on his new business. After graduating in spring 2020, he made a pivotal decision to pursue junk removal instead of college, even preparing a PowerPoint to convince his family.

Founding of Joseph’s Junk Removal

Joseph officially founded Joseph’s Junk Removal (JJR) in 2019 while still a teenager, starting with a single rented truck. From day one, he positioned JJR as a full-service junk removal business capable of handling old furniture, appliances, and construction debris.

Joseph focused on customer service and company culture as key differentiators. Modeled after Chick-fil-A’s service culture, JJR adopted the motto “Clear Your Junk, Clear Your Mind.” The company became known for fast, friendly, and professional crews. In the early stages, Joseph handled every aspect of the business himself.

Growth Trajectory and Business Milestones

Early Growth (2019-2020)

  • In late 2019, Joseph’s part-time junk hauling generated approx. $50,000.
  • By early 2020, he committed to the business full-time.
  • During COVID-19 lockdowns, demand surged as people decluttered.
  • Scaled to four leased trucks and several helpers by mid-2020.
  • Monthly revenue grew from $15k to over $60k in July 2020.

Scaling Up (2021-2022)

  • Reinvested profits to buy trucks and formalize operations.
  • Surpassed $1 million in annual revenue in 2021.
  • By early 2022, JJR had 30 employees, eight branded trucks, and over $1.5 million in annual revenue.

Expansion (2023)

  • Opened a second location in Birmingham, AL.
  • Served thousands of residential and commercial clients.
  • Maintained an A+ service rating and high referral business.

Notable Achievements and Recognition

Joseph’s early success attracted widespread recognition. By 20, he had built a seven-figure business and was featured in:

  • Atlanta Small Business Network: Profiled for building a million-dollar company by age 20.
  • Shoutout Atlanta: Spotlight on JJR’s success and Joseph’s leadership style.
  • Business RadioX Decision Vision Podcast: Guest on an episode discussing post-high school career paths.

Joseph has also spoken at local schools, entrepreneur meetups, and panels, encouraging young people to consider entrepreneurship as a viable career path.

Media Appearances and Interviews

  • Atlanta Small Business Network (2022): Featured for building JJR to $1.5M in revenue.
  • Business RadioX Podcast (2021): Discussed alternatives to college and his early journey.
  • Your Passion, Purpose, and Personal Brand Podcast (2022): Co-interview with his father Ryan Lambert.
  • Shoutout Atlanta Feature: Shared growth strategy and advice.
  • The Blue Crocus Experience: Discussed scaling operations and service excellence.

Sale to Allied Junk Partners

In January 2024, Joseph sold Joseph’s Junk Removal to Fire Dawgs, Inc., which folded the brand into the new national platform Allied Junk Partners (AJP). Backed by North Branch Capital, the partnership offered:

  • Access to capital and shared resources
  • Geographic expansion
  • A broader network of home service brands

Joseph stayed on as Vice President at Allied and continues to oversee operations at JJR.

Current Role at Allied Junk Partners

As Vice President of Allied Junk Partners, Joseph:

  • Oversees JJR operations in Atlanta and Birmingham
  • Provides strategic input on scaling operations
  • Mentors other local leaders within the Allied network
  • Contributes to Allied’s growth across 15+ locations in 7 states

His leadership style continues to emphasize fast, friendly service and internal team development. He remains the face of JJR and a driving force within Allied.

Public Presence and Personal Brand

Joseph is active on multiple platforms:

  • LinkedIn: Shares milestones and insights with thousands of followers.
  • Facebook & Instagram: Showcases team culture, junk removal jobs, and customer reviews.
  • Joseph’s Junk Removal Website: Features booking, blog posts, and team bios.

His voice and values are evident in every channel: fast service, friendly people, and a commitment to excellence.

Connect with Joseph Lambert

LinkedIn: Joseph Lambert
Instagram: @josephs_junk_removal
Facebook: Joseph’s Junk Removal on Facebook

Book an Appointment with Joseph’s Junk Removal

To schedule junk removal services or request a quote:

  • Visit: josephsjunkremoval.com
  • Call/Text: (404) 738-9793
  • Service Areas: Greater Atlanta, GA and Birmingham, AL

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