Today we're joined by Co-Founder of Synked Up Weston Zimmerman sharing with us the exciting news and updates with their CRM. I've seen a lot of folks in the hardscaping and landscaping field navigate to their platform - and I wanted to get Weston on and ask what it's all about. Why are folks making the switch? Weston shares about that and so much more in this fun episode. Enjoy! www.LawntrepreneurAcademy.com Price Adjustment Letter Brian's Lawn Maintenance - YouTube Ballard-inc.com Exmark.com KU...
Apr 01, 2022•51 min
Today we're talking about how people are in your life for a season for a reason. It's an interesting dynamic of life that relationships come, and relationships end. Sometimes it's a bad situation when that happens, other times it's all for the best. This is my take on people coming and people going and sometimes it's okay to say goodbye. www.LawntrepreneurAcademy.com (Code: SPRINGRUSH saves 10% on Whole Ball of Wax) Price Adjustment Letter Brian's Lawn Maintenance - YouTube Ballard-inc.com Exmar...
Mar 30, 2022•48 min
Today we're joined by Paul Capote of Paul's General Landscaping AKA The Miami Landscaper! Paul shares what it's like running a lawn and landscaping company down in Miami, and how the fast culture inspires him to think big and execute quickly. There's tons of opportunity in Miami, but only for those who are quick to jump on it! Enjoy. www.LawntrepreneurAcademy.com (Code: SPRINGRUSH saves 10% on Whole Ball of Wax) Price Adjustment Letter Brian's Lawn Maintenance - YouTube Ballard-inc.com Exmark.co...
Mar 28, 2022•53 min
Today we're sharing a live stream audio rip from the YouTube LIVE we did last Sunday. Every week we're going live Sundays at 7 pm ET talking about ways to improve your business and doing live Q&As! This week was all about numbers, taxes, entities, and helping you guys have a proper foundation for your business. Enjoy! www.LawntrepreneurAcademy.com (Code: SPRINGRUSH saves 10% on Whole Ball of Wax) Price Adjustment Letter Brian's Lawn Maintenance - YouTube Ballard-inc.com Exmark.com https://li...
Mar 26, 2022•1 hr 6 min
Today we're joined by Cornell Mack of Mack Landscaping & Lawn Care out of Monroeville PA. Cornell gives us a winter update about how things have gone with his first "all-in" season plowing snow and so much more. Catch the enthusiasm in this episode of someone who is ripping it from the frame and learn how this community is changing lives at the same time. Enjoy. www.LawntrepreneurAcademy.com (Code: SPRINGRUSH saves 10% on Whole Ball of Wax) Price Adjustment Letter Brian's Lawn Maintenance - ...
Mar 25, 2022•40 min
Today we're going to talk about ethical upselling, and how you can simply increase sales from 10%-300%+ in just a few simple techniques. We wanted to share a funny relatable example that happened at our dog boarding place, and why upselling is a must-do activity in business. Enjoy. www.LawntrepreneurAcademy.com (Code: SPRINGRUSH saves 10% on Whole Ball of Wax) Price Adjustment Letter Brian's Lawn Maintenance - YouTube Ballard-inc.com Exmark.com https://linktr.ee/brianslawnmaintenance (w/ Brians1...
Mar 23, 2022•43 min
Today we're joined by Mike Garvey out in Tom's River NJ sharing with us about his exciting side hustle and successful fertilizer company. Mike works full-time in a demanding career as a state trooper but also has built a sizable business in his spare time that works for his schedule. Listen in as Mike drops tons of nuggets that can help anyone take their business to new heights. Enjoy. www.LawntrepreneurAcademy.com (Code: SPRINGRUSH saves 10% on Whole Ball of Wax) Price Adjustment Letter Brian's...
Mar 21, 2022•58 min
Today we're talking about 8 reasons to adopt a company handbook and sharing why compliance is a make it or break it in any organization. We share today about best practices when hiring team members, and how creating standards and systems especially relating to hiring are a must in any growing company. Enjoy. www.LawntrepreneurAcademy.com (Code: SPRINGRUSH saves 10% on Whole Ball of Wax) Price Adjustment Letter Brian's Lawn Maintenance - YouTube Ballard-inc.com https://linktr.ee/brianslawnmainten...
Mar 18, 2022•30 min
Today we're joined by two really great folks, Garrett Williams and Marlena Spiegeler of G&M Outdoor Services! These guys have a booming landscaping and excavation business in Big Lake MN, and have rapidly grown to over $2,000,000 in revenue in just a handful of years. Listen in as this brother and sister team share how they navigate the logistics of running the business, and how they tackle a family business of this size. Enjoy! www.LawntrepreneurAcademy.com (Code: SPRINGRUSH saves 10% on Wh...
Mar 16, 2022•30 min
Today we're talking about 4 practical ways to hedge against rising fuel prices, and what we're doing in our business to make sure we stay profitable. Fuel prices are going through the roof right now, but that doesn't mean your profits can't as well! Listen in as we discuss 4 ways to help combat rising fuel prices. Enjoy. www.LawntrepreneurAcademy.com (Code: SPRINGRUSH saves 10% on Whole Ball of Wax) Price Adjustment Letter Brian's Lawn Maintenance - YouTube https://linktr.ee/brianslawnmaintenanc...
Mar 14, 2022•29 min
Today we're sharing the audio from the live stream that we did over the weekend on Sunday, talking about all things equipment! We discussed mowers, trimmers, blowers, trailers and so much more. Join us every Sunday night at 7 pm ET as we do a live Q&A and do our best to help you guys grow a successful lawn care business! www.LawntrepreneurAcademy.com (Code: SPRINGRUSH saves 10% on Whole Ball of Wax) Price Adjustment Letter Brian's Lawn Maintenance - YouTube https://linktr.ee/brianslawnmainte...
Mar 12, 2022•1 hr 5 min
Today we're joined by returning guest Caleb Auman, casually catching up at the end of the 2022 Hype House week that we had down in Sarasota FL. Caleb and I had some time to burn before their flight, so we hopped on a podcast to talk about trends in hardscaping and excavation. Enjoy! www.LawntrepreneurAcademy.com (Code: SPRINGRUSH saves 10% on Whole Ball of Wax) Price Adjustment Letter Brian's Lawn Maintenance - YouTube https://linktr.ee/brianslawnmaintenance (w/ Brians10 Deals) www.thehardscapea...
Mar 11, 2022•51 min
Today we're joined by Carla Iniguez of Cycle CPA, doing an "Ask Me Anything" question and answer session for all things bookkeeping! A lot of you guys know Carla and her team and have even signed up with them for their bookkeeping services, Today we're taking an Instagram LIVE that we did and sharing that audio with you guys today. Enjoy this fun episode with Carla Iniguez from Cycle CPA! www.LawntrepreneurAcademy.com (Code: SPRINGRUSH saves 10% on Whole Ball of Wax) Price Adjustment Letter Bria...
Mar 09, 2022•1 hr
Today we have Mike Andes joining us from Augusta Lawn Care sharing an exciting conversation about his business startup story. Listen in as Mike shares his passion to help other lawn care business owners grow a more profitable business, and how a major accident changed his paradigm about how he runs his company. Enjoy. www.LawntrepreneurAcademy.com (Code: SPRINGRUSH saves 10% on Whole Ball of Wax) Price Adjustment Letter Brian's Lawn Maintenance - YouTube https://linktr.ee/brianslawnmaintenance (...
Mar 07, 2022•37 min
Today we're trying something a little different, and that is sharing a live stream that I did on YouTube this previous weekend! We answered a bunch of questions and had a great time doing a Q&A on all things marketing and getting customers! If you didn't know, we're going LIVE on YouTube Sunday evenings at 7 pm ET for 1 hour, talking about all things related to lawn care. Come join in and check it out one evening, and we'll see you there! www.LawntrepreneurAcademy.com (Code: SPRINGRUSH saves...
Mar 05, 2022•1 hr 4 min
Today we're going to talk about the ability to focus and get more work done, and how noise and distractions around you are holding you back. Bend time and realize that work fills the amount of time you give it, so give it as little as possible so you can be as productive as possible. Enjoy. www.LawntrepreneurAcademy.com (Code: SPRINGRUSH saves 10% on Whole Ball of Wax) Price Adjustment Letter Brian's Lawn Maintenance - YouTube https://linktr.ee/brianslawnmaintenance (w/ Brians10 Deals) www.theha...
Mar 04, 2022•39 min
Today we have Jeremiah Jennings and his wife Savannah, sharing with us their journey as a married couple owning their own business. They talk about the ups and downs of working long hours, having conflicting schedules, and how more communication (not less) helped them to work through the growing pains. Listen in as you'll get some great business (and relationship!) advice from this power couple from Trussville AL! www.LawntrepreneurAcademy.com (Code: SPRINGRUSH saves 10% on Whole Ball of Wax) Pr...
Mar 02, 2022•55 min
Today we're going to do a top 10 list of the best commercial bidding tips every contractor should know. These are from personal experience and can help make your next bid a wild success. Don't sleep on commercial properties, because they can be a double-edged sword. If you get the contract, that's awesome, but just remember that you're on the hook now, so make sure you bid them right! www.LawntrepreneurAcademy.com (Code: SPRINGRUSH saves 10% on Whole Ball of Wax) Brian's Lawn Maintenance - YouTu...
Feb 28, 2022•45 min
Today we're joined by guest Caleb Auman as he shares the value of education and why he continues to be hungry for the latest and greatest info. Along the way, Caleb & Brian talk philosophy and deep dive on different topics like schooling, happiness, and philosophy in general and how it pertains to having a fulfilled life. Enjoy. www.LawntrepreneurAcademy.com (Code: PODCAST saves 10% on training programs only) Brian's Lawn Maintenance - YouTube https://linktr.ee/brianslawnmaintenance (w/ Bria...
Feb 25, 2022•1 hr 5 min
Today we're chatting poolside with a few green industry leaders, talking about trends for 2022 including price increases. We all know inflation is going through the roof, and raising prices has become a necessity in this market. Listen in as these pros weigh in about what they're doing to stay ahead of the curve and how you can best position your company to win big in 2022. Part 2 of this episode is found on episode # 158 of the Kid Contractor Podcast. Enjoy! www.LawntrepreneurAcademy.com (Code:...
Feb 23, 2022•27 min
Today we're joined by Allyn Hane and Brett Goodyear of Lawn Mastery, sharing their unique experience starting up an eCommerce business to help DIY'rs and Pros alike! Allyn shares his story about how he worked with TruGreen and how fate revealed itself for Allyn to start a direct-to-consumer business for fertilizer and other ag products. Enjoy! www.LawntrepreneurAcademy.com (Code: PODCAST saves 10% on training programs only) Brian's Lawn Maintenance - YouTube https://linktr.ee/brianslawnmaintenan...
Feb 21, 2022•41 min
Today we're joined by Jason Creel of Alabama Turf Pros sharing an update on his fertilizing career and how business is doing today. Jason has built 3 successful green industry businesses, his most recent being in the fertilizer industry. Enjoy! www.LawntrepreneurAcademy.com (Code: PODCAST saves 10% on training programs only) Brian's Lawn Maintenance - YouTube https://linktr.ee/brianslawnmaintenance (w/ Brians10 Deals) www.thehardscapeacademy.com @brianslawnmaintenance https://www.instagram.com/c...
Feb 18, 2022•50 min
Today we're joined by a friend of the show John Pajak as he discusses his passion for helping folks better understand their numbers. John has become a trusted voice in the green industry at helping people know what to charge, how to recover their overhead and set reasonable budgets. Enjoy. www.LawntrepreneurAcademy.com (Code: PODCAST saves 10% on training programs only) Brian's Lawn Maintenance - YouTube https://linktr.ee/brianslawnmaintenance (w/ Brians10 Deals) www.thehardscapeacademy.com @bri...
Feb 16, 2022•1 hr 1 min
Today we're joined by AJ & Alecia Brentzel of Brex Enterprises, sharing with us how they built a 10 million dollar contracting business in the oil and gas industry. These guys are the real deal, and they have learned some valuable lessons while their company grew. Listen in as they share how they had to work as a team to grow the company, and how each person has different roles in the business. Enjoy. www.LawntrepreneurAcademy.com (Code: PODCAST saves 10% on training programs only) Brian's L...
Feb 14, 2022•44 min
Today we're joined by John Siegers of Signature Landscape Corp, sharing with us his business startup story and how he built his company. John and his family live in Lennox IL, and have built a solid hardscape company offering medium to high-end outdoor living spaces. Listen in as John shares how some people live to work, and others work to live, and how he tries to balance both. Enjoy! www.LawntrepreneurAcademy.com (Code: PODCAST saves 10% on training programs only) Brian's Lawn Maintenance - Yo...
Feb 11, 2022•35 min
Today we're sitting down with Alex Kirby and his marketing manager Logan to talk about best practices with marketing your business. We talk about traditional marketing, digital marketing, and how to best grow your presence online. This episode is chalked full of great tips, one that is worth listening to a few times to get all of the nuggets that are shared. Enjoy! www.LawntrepreneurAcademy.com (Code: PODCAST saves 10% on training programs only) Brian's Lawn Maintenance - YouTube https://linktr....
Feb 09, 2022•53 min
Today we have Paul Jamison of the Green Industry Podcast, sharing some fun and exciting updates about trends and a new book he wrote! Paul and I caught up at the 2022 Green Industry Hype House, and a big shoutout to The Hardscape Academy and Lawntrepreneur Academy for making this happen! Enjoy! www.LawntrepreneurAcademy.com (Code: PODCAST saves 10% on training programs only) Brian's Lawn Maintenance - YouTube https://linktr.ee/brianslawnmaintenance (w/ Brians10 Deals) www.thehardscapeacademy.com...
Feb 07, 2022•37 min
Today we're sharing about how to get over the opinions of other people and why living your life to impress other people is a losing proposition! This is something that almost anyone struggles with, right or wrong, and with the advent of social media, it's only become more of an issue! With so many folks deciding to start their own business it's never been more important to protect your mind from the opinions of others and to do what makes the most sense for YOU. Enjoy. www.LawntrepreneurAcademy....
Feb 04, 2022•29 min
Today we're joined by Taylor Schofield of Schofield Lawn Care talking about all things snow plowing and subcontracting. Listen in as Tayler gives us an update on how his snow removal business is going his first season, and how the back blade that he invested in has been working out. Enjoy! www.LawntrepreneurAcademy.com (Code: PODCAST saves 10% on training programs only) Brian's Lawn Maintenance - YouTube https://linktr.ee/brianslawnmaintenance (w/ Brians10 Deals) www.thehardscapeacademy.com @bri...
Feb 02, 2022•45 min
Today we're going to share our thoughts and opinion on what we believe to be the BEST lawn care setup out there! When growing your business, it's always important to keep the end in mind, and your lawn care setup is no different! Listen in as we share the pros and cons of the different lawn and trailer setups, and try to nail down what one would be perfect for you. Enjoy. www.LawntrepreneurAcademy.com (Code: PODCAST saves 10% on training programs only) Brian's Lawn Maintenance - YouTube https://...
Jan 31, 2022•47 min
