Today we have Adam Fullerton co-founder of Branded Bull sharing with us why the importance of a good website is vital for success in business today. Adam's company is in the website building business, brand building, logo design, and so much more. Enjoy. LAL Live 2022 (Nov. 12, 2022 in Novi MI) www.LawntrepreneurAcademy.com Brianslm.com brandedbullinc.com Price Adjustment Letter Brian's Lawn Maintenance - YouTube Ballard-inc.com Yardbook.com ECHO-USA.com STA-BIL Exmark.com GPStrackit.com/BrianLM...
Oct 12, 2022•52 min
Today we're joined by ModPools founder Paul Rathnam sharing with us how he founded his company and what the last 7 years of growth have been like. It's crazy to see the innovative design they've put together, and hear about the challenges to grow and scale to where they are today. Enjoy! LAL Live 2022 (Nov. 12, 2022 in Novi MI) www.LawntrepreneurAcademy.com Price Adjustment Letter Brian's Lawn Maintenance - YouTube Ballard-inc.com Yardbook.com ECHO-USA.com STA-BIL Exmark.com GPStrackit.com/Brian...
Oct 10, 2022•43 min
Today we're joined by Will Leroy of Leroy Property Services out of Malone NY. Will shares what it's been like growing a business from a young age, as well as his excitement about going full-time. Enjoy. LAL Live 2022 (Nov. 12, 2022 in Novi MI) www.LawntrepreneurAcademy.com Price Adjustment Letter Brian's Lawn Maintenance - YouTube Ballard-inc.com Yardbook.com ECHO-USA.com STA-BIL Exmark.com GPStrackit.com/BrianLM/ KUJO Yardwear EquipmentDefender.com Earthway.com https://landzie.com/ (Brians10 Sa...
Oct 07, 2022•31 min
Today we're sharing a funny couple of stories about GOOD and BAD examples of customer service. I had some funny rants to get through that have been festering in my brain since they happened, I hope you enjoy the stories! LAL Live 2022 (Nov. 12, 2022 in Novi MI) www.LawntrepreneurAcademy.com Price Adjustment Letter Brian's Lawn Maintenance - YouTube Ballard-inc.com Yardbook.com ECHO-USA.com STA-BIL Exmark.com GPStrackit.com/BrianLM/ KUJO Yardwear EquipmentDefender.com Earthway.com https://landzie...
Oct 05, 2022•49 min
Today we're talking about the exhaustion and burnout that is common this time of year, and what we can do to keep the momentum going. It's been a long season, heck it's been a wild few WEEKS, but don't let that deter you from finishing strong. LAL Live 2022 (Nov. 12, 2022 in Novi MI) www.LawntrepreneurAcademy.com Price Adjustment Letter Brian's Lawn Maintenance - YouTube Ballard-inc.com Yardbook.com ECHO-USA.com STA-BIL Exmark.com GPStrackit.com/BrianLM/ KUJO Yardwear EquipmentDefender.com Earth...
Oct 03, 2022•43 min
Today we're talking shop while on our weekly live stream every Sunday at 7 pm ET. Hang out with us as we talk about equipment, upcoming live events, FAQ's and so much more. Thanks for hanging! LAL Live 2022 (Nov. 12, 2022 in Novi MI) www.LawntrepreneurAcademy.com Price Adjustment Letter Brian's Lawn Maintenance - YouTube Ballard-inc.com Yardbook.com ECHO-USA.com STA-BIL Exmark.com GPStrackit.com/BrianLM/ KUJO Yardwear EquipmentDefender.com Earthway.com https://landzie.com/ (Brians10 Saves 10%) h...
Oct 01, 2022•1 hr 14 min
Today we're joined by Caleb Nguyen of Yellow Hat Mowers over in Syracuse NY! Caleb shares with us how he built an incredible business at just 17 years old with over 120 weekly lawn clients. Enjoy. https://www.instagram.com/themowtivated/ LAL Live 2022 (Nov. 12, 2022 in Novi MI) www.LawntrepreneurAcademy.com Price Adjustment Letter Brian's Lawn Maintenance - YouTube Ballard-inc.com Yardbook.com ECHO-USA.com STA-BIL Exmark.com GPStrackit.com/BrianLM/ KUJO Yardwear EquipmentDefender.com Earthway.co...
Sep 30, 2022•44 min
Today we're joined by Rick Weihl of SnoPower and former owner of Hurricane, sharing his story of creating his 2 companies from scratch. Rick is one of the coolest people I've had the pleasure of befriending, and in the latter half, we talk about our new snow plow the F14. Enjoy! LAL Live 2022 (Nov. 12, 2022 in Novi MI) www.LawntrepreneurAcademy.com Price Adjustment Letter Brian's Lawn Maintenance - YouTube Ballard-inc.com Yardbook.com ECHO-USA.com STA-BIL Exmark.com GPStrackit.com/BrianLM/ KUJO ...
Sep 28, 2022•41 min
Today we're joined by Yousif Saleh of Route 1 Industries to talk about all things vehicle lighting! Yousif did a fantastic install job on our 2022 F-350 and shares his story and future with the lighting and vehicle aftermarket industry. Enjoy. LAL Live 2022 (Nov. 12, 2022 in Novi MI) www.LawntrepreneurAcademy.com Price Adjustment Letter Brian's Lawn Maintenance - YouTube Ballard-inc.com Yardbook.com ECHO-USA.com STA-BIL Exmark.com GPStrackit.com/BrianLM/ KUJO Yardwear EquipmentDefender.com Earth...
Sep 26, 2022•40 min
Today we're sharing the audio from the live stream we did on YouTube and Instagram! We go live weekly Sunday nights, usually at 7 pm ET. Today we're talking shop and also Lawntrepreneur Academy LIVE 2022 plans! Get your ticket ASAP, you won't want to miss this amazing event on November 12th Saturday! LAL Live 2022 (Nov. 12, 2022 in Novi MI) www.LawntrepreneurAcademy.com Price Adjustment Letter Brian's Lawn Maintenance - YouTube Ballard-inc.com Yardbook.com ECHO-USA.com STA-BIL Exmark.com GPStrac...
Sep 24, 2022•1 hr 4 min
Today we're joined by Daryl Prentice of Prentice Lawn & Landscape out of Knoxville TN. Daryl shares with us his story about starting his lawn care business on the side, to going full time just 2 years later. Daryl is reinvesting into the company, upgrading equipment, and is in the thick of it getting his business off the ground. Enjoy. LAL Live 2022 (Nov. 12, 2022 in Novi MI) www.LawntrepreneurAcademy.com Price Adjustment Letter Brian's Lawn Maintenance - YouTube Ballard-inc.com Yardbook.com...
Sep 23, 2022•40 min
Today we're joined by Robert Piehl of Optimal Lawn Maintenance out of Jackson WI sharing with us how he went full-time in business! Robert has had a background for years in law enforcement, and over the years got his boat close to the dock to make the leap to go full time with a business of his own. LAL Live 2022 (Nov. 12, 2022 in Novi MI) www.LawntrepreneurAcademy.com Price Adjustment Letter Brian's Lawn Maintenance - YouTube Ballard-inc.com Yardbook.com ECHO-USA.com STA-BIL Exmark.com GPStrack...
Sep 21, 2022•33 min
Today we're joined by Brandon King over at BillyGoat sharing with us a new product release that is sure to turn heads. The Leaf Dragon is a monstrous-sized debris loader designed for the serious lawn care professional designed to help with leaf cleanups. Enjoy. LAL Live 2022 (Nov. 12, 2022 in Novi MI) www.LawntrepreneurAcademy.com Price Adjustment Letter Brian's Lawn Maintenance - YouTube Ballard-inc.com Yardbook.com ECHO-USA.com STA-BIL Exmark.com GPStrackit.com/BrianLM/ KUJO Yardwear Equipment...
Sep 19, 2022•45 min
Today we're joined by Samantha Heald from Postcard Mania, talking with us today about ways to grow our business this fall and winter season. Samantha goes through recent Postcard Mania campaign testimonies and also shares with us other successful tips for marketing our business when relating to website presence and creating local search listings. Enjoy. LAL Live 2022 (Nov. 12, 2022 in Novi MI) www.LawntrepreneurAcademy.com Price Adjustment Letter Brian's Lawn Maintenance - YouTube Ballard-inc.co...
Sep 16, 2022•45 min
Today we're joined by Elizabeth Bonadona of Busy Beaver Lawn & Garden out of Buffalo NY joining us on the show to share their story. Elizabeth and her fiance Chris run a $ 2 million dollar business with business partner Nick, and also have a new retail storefront as well. Listen in as Elizabeth shares how this female-owned business is expanding and her best takeaways from their more than 10 years in business. Enjoy. LAL Live 2022 (Nov. 12, 2022 in Novi MI) www.LawntrepreneurAcademy.com Price...
Sep 14, 2022•29 min
Today we're joined by Jennifer Moon from EarthWay sharing with us today the exciting story of Earthway products and their 55-year history in the green industry. Jennifer shares about the different product lines as well as what separates Earthway spreaders from all of the competition. Enjoy. LAL Live 2022 (Nov. 12, 2022 in Novi MI) www.LawntrepreneurAcademy.com Price Adjustment Letter Brian's Lawn Maintenance - YouTube Ballard-inc.com Yardbook.com ECHO-USA.com STA-BIL Exmark.com GPStrackit.com/Br...
Sep 12, 2022•27 min
Today we're sharing our EQUIP Expo attack plan and what our schedule looks like for the week of the 18th in October! There are meetups, company events, outdoor demos and SO much happening that you won't want to miss a thing! Enjoy. LAL Live 2022 (Nov. 12, 2022 in Novi MI) EQUIP EXPO 2022 registration (CODE: BRIAN Saves 50%) www.LawntrepreneurAcademy.com Price Adjustment Letter Brian's Lawn Maintenance - YouTube Ballard-inc.com Yardbook.com ECHO-USA.com STA-BIL Exmark.com GPStrackit.com/BrianLM/ ...
Sep 09, 2022•49 min
Today we're joined by Caleb Auman sharing with us an update on their 70x120 shop build that they hope to wrap up this fall. Caleb shares what it's like GC'ing your own build, and the stress and challenges it has brought along the way. Enjoy. LAL Live 2022 (Nov. 12, 2022 in Novi MI) EQUIP EXPO 2022 registration (CODE: BRIAN Saves 50%) www.LawntrepreneurAcademy.com Price Adjustment Letter Brian's Lawn Maintenance - YouTube Ballard-inc.com Yardbook.com ECHO-USA.com STA-BIL Exmark.com GPStrackit.com...
Sep 07, 2022•54 min
Today Liz and I are going to break down personal and business finances, and what we personally did to get out of debt and grow our business. This isn't theory, this is what we actually did. Along the way, we figured out WHO to listen to and WHAT to do, and then make it our own. Let's talk about it. LAL Live 2022 (Nov. 12, 2022 in Novi MI) EQUIP EXPO 2022 registration (CODE: BRIAN Saves 50%) www.LawntrepreneurAcademy.com Price Adjustment Letter Brian's Lawn Maintenance - YouTube Ballard-inc.com Y...
Sep 05, 2022•1 hr 50 min
Today we're talking about the future of lawn care and sharing how Miles has gone all electric with his lawn care business. Outside of fire fighting full time, Miles has made his side hustle an in-demand service with the unique approach to being all electric. Enjoy. https://www.lawntrepreneuracademy.com/store (Whole Ball of Wax) LAL Live 2022 (Nov. 12, 2022 in Novi MI) EQUIP EXPO 2022 registration (CODE: BRIAN Saves 50%) www.LawntrepreneurAcademy.com Price Adjustment Letter Brian's Lawn Maintenan...
Sep 02, 2022•58 min
Today we're talking about all things snow plowing, and how to create the best approach when it comes to pricing and collecting payments for the work that you do. We share our story about how we got into the snow business as well as new ways of working with commercial clients in 2022 and beyond. Enjoy. https://www.lawntrepreneuracademy.com/store (Whole Ball of Wax) LAL Live 2022 (Nov. 12, 2022 in Novi MI) EQUIP EXPO 2022 registration (CODE: BRIAN Saves 50%) www.LawntrepreneurAcademy.com Price Adj...
Aug 31, 2022•1 hr 9 min
Today we're joined by Aaron Strunk as a returning guest on the show sharing with us what's new since the spring of 2021. Aaron has been growing rapidly, including adding part-time help and looking for the first full-time employee. Aaron also shares their plans for an upcoming Barndominium build that they hope to break ground on next spring. Enjoy. https://www.lawntrepreneuracademy.com/store (Whole Ball of Wax) LAL Live 2022 (Nov. 12, 2022 in Novi MI) EQUIP EXPO 2022 registration (CODE: BRIAN Sav...
Aug 29, 2022•1 hr 5 min
Today we're joined by Radley Ryf of Pinestate Landscaping sharing his incredible story and what it's been like starting a lawn care business. Radley shares candid stories about some struggles he's had with the law, including the victory of building an amazing business and family life after the fact. Enjoy. LAL Live 2022 (Nov. 12, 2022 in Novi MI) EQUIP EXPO 2022 registration (CODE: BRIAN Saves 50%) www.LawntrepreneurAcademy.com Price Adjustment Letter Brian's Lawn Maintenance - YouTube Ballard-i...
Aug 26, 2022•41 min
Today we're joined by Erik Coyle of Coyle's Lawn Maintenance sharing how he started his side hustle in high school, and how he recently graduated and went full-time! Coyle is super excited to expand his business to grow a full-time income and grow a future for himself. Enjoy! LAL Live 2022 (Nov. 12, 2022 in Novi MI) EQUIP EXPO 2022 registration (CODE: BRIAN Saves 50%) www.LawntrepreneurAcademy.com Price Adjustment Letter Brian's Lawn Maintenance - YouTube Ballard-inc.com Yardbook.com ECHO-USA.co...
Aug 24, 2022•40 min
Today we're joined by Christian of C&I Services LLC sharing with us an update on his business over the last 24 months. Christian is our wrap-up guest on the LawnTOURpreneur series and does a great job highlighting what a more finished product can look like for teens who want to start a business of their own. Enjoy. LAL Live 2022 (Nov. 12, 2022 in Novi MI) EQUIP EXPO 2022 registration (CODE: BRIAN Saves 50%) www.LawntrepreneurAcademy.com Price Adjustment Letter Brian's Lawn Maintenance - YouT...
Aug 22, 2022•51 min
Today we interview Alden Hall and hear about the incredible growth he's had in his business over the last decade! Alden started off pushing mowing lawns and pressure washing homes, to growing a successful business while now attending college. Enjoy. LAL Live 2022 (Nov. 12, 2022 in Novi MI) EQUIP EXPO 2022 registration (CODE: BRIAN Saves 50%) www.LawntrepreneurAcademy.com Price Adjustment Letter Brian's Lawn Maintenance - YouTube Ballard-inc.com Yardbook.com ECHO-USA.com STA-BIL Exmark.com GPStra...
Aug 19, 2022•50 min
Today we're joined by Jon Reynolds of STA-BIL to share the latest and greatest items they have to offer. Jon talks about the importance of keeping your fuel stabilized and treated as well as other benefits of the STA-BIL lineup. Enjoy. LAL Live 2022 (Nov. 12, 2022 in Novi MI) EQUIP EXPO 2022 registration (CODE: BRIAN Saves 50%) www.LawntrepreneurAcademy.com Price Adjustment Letter Brian's Lawn Maintenance - YouTube Ballard-inc.com Yardbook.com ECHO-USA.com STA-BIL Exmark.com GPStrackit.com/Brian...
Aug 17, 2022•35 min
Today we're joined by Asher Bewersdorf sharing about his passion for landscaping & hardscaping, and the incredible business he's growing. Asher has been through it all, including creating an LLC, getting insurance, going from mowing to hardscaping, and so much more. Enjoy. LAL Live 2022 (Nov. 12, 2022 in Novi MI) EQUIP EXPO 2022 registration (CODE: BRIAN Saves 50%) www.LawntrepreneurAcademy.com Price Adjustment Letter Brian's Lawn Maintenance - YouTube Ballard-inc.com Yardbook.com ECHO-USA.c...
Aug 15, 2022•44 min
Today we have Kory Ballard of Perficut Site Management and Ballard Products, dropping some serious nuggets about how they grew their snow business. Kory shares how Perficut went from a casual snow company offering it reluctantly, to a regional player and how it's become their most lucrative division. Enjoy. LAL Live 2022 (Nov. 12, 2022 in Novi MI) EQUIP EXPO 2022 registration (CODE: BRIAN Saves 50%) www.LawntrepreneurAcademy.com Price Adjustment Letter Brian's Lawn Maintenance - YouTube Ballard-...
Aug 12, 2022•49 min
Today we're joined by a special guest Jason Wilk of ECHO sharing with us the latest and greatest from the team over in Lake Zurich IL. Jason is a returning guest of the show and gives us a fun look into what ECHO has been up to the last several months in designing new products and handling the rapidly growing demand for their equipment. Enjoy. LAL Live 2022 (Nov. 12, 2022 in Novi MI) EQUIP EXPO 2022 registration (CODE: BRIAN Saves 50%) www.LawntrepreneurAcademy.com Price Adjustment Letter Brian'...
Aug 10, 2022•41 min
