Today, Rickey Rodriguez of Rickys Pro Lawn Service joins us from beautiful, sunny Longwood Florida. Listen in as Ricky took his business from a mere side hustle to make ends meet to a thriving owner-operator business projected to generate $250k in revenue this year. Enjoy. LAL Live 2023 Save 50% on registration for EQUIP 2023 (with code: Brian) Get Brian's Free Newsletter https://www.lawntrepreneuracademy.com/ Brian's Lawn Maintenance On YouTube Brian's Lawn Maintenance On Instagram Plow Right M...
Sep 27, 2023•46 min
Today, we're sharing two critical questions one can ask themselves to grow an organization. They're both profoundly simple yet provide insight into how you grow your team. Enjoy. LAL Live 2023 Save 50% on registration for EQUIP 2023 (with code: Brian) Get Brian's Free Newsletter https://www.lawntrepreneuracademy.com/ Brian's Lawn Maintenance On YouTube Brian's Lawn Maintenance On Instagram Plow Right Marking Stakes (Brians10) Ballard-Inc.com (Brians10) KUJO (Brians10) Equipment Defender (Brians1...
Sep 25, 2023•25 min
Zach Strueder of Strueder Lawn Co. joins us today, sharing their recent acquisition and rapid company growth. Zach has done a great job keeping his ears open for opportunities and has been blessed with a deal to double his business almost overnight. LAL Live 2023 Save 50% on registration for EQUIP 2023 (with code: Brian) Get Brian's Free Newsletter https://www.lawntrepreneuracademy.com/ Brian's Lawn Maintenance On YouTube Brian's Lawn Maintenance On Instagram Plow Right Marking Stakes (Brians10)...
Sep 22, 2023•41 min
Today, we're joined by Johnny Ranieri out of Ottawa, Canada, sharing his incredible start-up story in the green industry. Johnny decided to start his own lawn care business separate from his dad and grandpa and is off to the races with almost 100 accounts in just 2 years. Enjoy! Please Participate In Brian's Survey: https://tinyurl.com/yn4dkwh2 LAL Live 2023 Save 50% on registration for EQUIP 2023 (with code: Brian) Get Brian's Free Newsletter https://www.lawntrepreneuracademy.com/ Brian's Lawn ...
Sep 20, 2023•38 min
This show is about how we price snow plowing & salting to have a profitable business during winter. We discuss the 4 quadrants to bid on and how we handle per-pricing versus flat-rate monthly billing. Enjoy. Please Participate In Brian's Survey: https://tinyurl.com/yn4dkwh2 LAL Live 2023 Save 50% on registration for EQUIP 2023 (with code: Brian) Get Brian's Free Newsletter https://www.lawntrepreneuracademy.com/ Brian's Lawn Maintenance On YouTube Brian's Lawn Maintenance On Instagram Plow Ri...
Sep 18, 2023•1 hr 1 min
Today we're joined by Matt Mcintosh, owner of Clippers Landscaping Supply in Livonia, Michigan, sharing about Plow Right marking stakes! Matt and his team have grown a very successful operation and tripled their productivity with their invention and snow staking system. LAL Live 2023 Save 50% on registration for EQUIP 2023 (with code: Brian) Get Brian's Free Newsletter https://www.lawntrepreneuracademy.com/ Brian's Lawn Maintenance On YouTube Brian's Lawn Maintenance On Instagram Plow Right Mark...
Sep 15, 2023•30 min
Samantha Heald at Postcard Mania joins us today, sharing some helpful tips and mindset for a successful fall marketing campaign. We share how our business is utilizing her team to grow our business, including launching our first-ever winter postcard initiative for new snow clients. https://www.postcardmania.com/Brian LAL Live 2023 Save 50% on registration for EQUIP 2023 (with code: Brian) Get Brian's Free Newsletter https://www.lawntrepreneuracademy.com/ Brian's Lawn Maintenance On YouTube Brian...
Sep 13, 2023•46 min
Today, we're joined by Will Knapp all the way down in Calhoun County, Alabama. Listen in as Will shares how he started in the lawn care industry and has chiseled out a great business in the last couple of years. Enjoy! LAL Live 2023 Save 50% on registration for EQUIP 2023 (with code: Brian) Get Brian's Free Newsletter https://www.lawntrepreneuracademy.com/ Brian's Lawn Maintenance On YouTube Brian's Lawn Maintenance On Instagram Plow Right Marking Stakes (Brians10) Ballard-Inc.com (Brians10) KUJ...
Sep 11, 2023•40 min
Today we're joined by Landon Davis out of Sidney, Ohio, owner of Landon's Lawn Care! Landon shares how he started in the lawn care industry and what led him to grow his company to success these last 4 years! LAL Live 2023 Save 50% on registration for EQUIP 2023 (with code: Brian) Get Brian's Free Newsletter https://www.lawntrepreneuracademy.com/ Brian's Lawn Maintenance On YouTube Brian's Lawn Maintenance On Instagram Plow Right Marking Stakes (Brians10) Ballard-Inc.com (Brians10) KUJO (Brians10...
Sep 08, 2023•42 min
Today, we're joined by Brandon King of BillyGoat, who shares the latest and greatest about their amazing product lineup. BillyGoat is easily recognized as the go-to name for leaf blowers, debris loaders, and turf renovation equipment. LAL Live 2023 Save 50% on registration for EQUIP 2023 (with code: Brian) Get Brian's Free Newsletter https://www.lawntrepreneuracademy.com/ Brian's Lawn Maintenance On YouTube Brian's Lawn Maintenance On Instagram Ballard-Inc.com (Brians10) KUJO (Brians10) Equipmen...
Sep 06, 2023•41 min
Today, we're joined by James Waltson, who is enrolled at The University Of Massachusetts for landscape design and architecture. James shares his passion for how the landscape of design is rapidly changing and how companies can utilize technology to set themselves apart from the competition. Enjoy! LAL Live 2023 Save 50% on registration for EQUIP 2023 (with code: Brian) Get Brian's Free Newsletter https://www.lawntrepreneuracademy.com/ Brian's Lawn Maintenance On YouTube Brian's Lawn Maintenance ...
Sep 04, 2023•58 min
Today we're joined by Seth Kessler of Kesslers Property Management out of Ansted, West Virginia. Seth has a growing lawn and landscaping business which has doubled since his last time on the podcast. Along the way, there have been challenges, including a recent truck & trailer accident that almost put him out of business. Enjoy. LAL Live 2023 Save 50% on registration for EQUIP 2023 (with code: Brian) Get Brian's Free Newsletter https://www.lawntrepreneuracademy.com/ Brian's Lawn Maintenance ...
Sep 01, 2023•48 min
Today we're joined by Adam Fullerton, co-founder of Branded Bull, a marketing and advertising agency dedicated to helping folks grow their brand. Listen in as Adam discusses the importance of a grand plan when putting together and developing a quality brand. LAL Live 2023 Save 50% on registration for EQUIP 2023 (with code: Brian) Get Brian's Free Newsletter https://www.lawntrepreneuracademy.com/ Brian's Lawn Maintenance On YouTube Brian's Lawn Maintenance On Instagram Ballard-Inc.com (Brians10) ...
Aug 30, 2023•1 hr 8 min
Today we're joined by Kris Kiser, president of the OPEI giving us the latest and greatest preview of EQUIP Expo 2023. The show is trending up 39% in registrations, and the excitement is building to make this the biggest show yet. Save 50% with code "BRIAN" at checkout today! LAL Live 2023 Save 50% on registration for EQUIP 2023 (with code: Brian) Get Brian's Free Newsletter https://www.lawntrepreneuracademy.com/ Brian's Lawn Maintenance On YouTube Brian's Lawn Maintenance On Instagram Ballard-In...
Aug 28, 2023•36 min
Today we're joined by Caleb McGlothlin, owner of Master's Lawn Care out of Lebanon, Virginia! Caleb shares how he got started in the lawn care industry and his reinvestment into growing his company to create future growth. Enjoy. LAL Live 2023 Save 50% on registration for EQUIP 2023 (with code: Brian) Get Brian's Free Newsletter https://www.lawntrepreneuracademy.com/ Brian's Lawn Maintenance On YouTube Brian's Lawn Maintenance On Instagram Ballard-Inc.com (Brians10) KUJO (Brians10) Equipment Def...
Aug 25, 2023•46 min
Today we're joined by Jon Reynolds, marketing manager at STA-BIL, sharing the latest and greatest to help your business grow. STA-BIL has greatly supported the summer tour series, and we couldn't be more thankful for their products and partnership. Enjoy! LAL Live 2023 Save 50% on registration for EQUIP 2023 (with code: Brian) Get Brian's Free Newsletter https://www.lawntrepreneuracademy.com/ Brian's Lawn Maintenance On YouTube Brian's Lawn Maintenance On Instagram Ballard-Inc.com (Brians10) KUJ...
Aug 23, 2023•32 min
Today we're covering a LOT of topics in a short amount of time! It's been a busy couple of weeks here, and we wanted to keep you guys in the loop with all the latest and greatest developments in our industry. LAL Live 2023 Save 50% on registration for EQUIP 2023 (with code: Brian) Get Brian's Free Newsletter https://www.lawntrepreneuracademy.com/ Brian's Lawn Maintenance On YouTube Brian's Lawn Maintenance On Instagram Ballard-Inc.com (Brians10) KUJO (Brians10) Equipment Defender (Brians10) http...
Aug 21, 2023•53 min
Today we did a 4-way podcast with Blake and Natalie Albertson, Paul Jamison, and myself discussing pretty much everything! This was a late-night hangout the day before our tour to Exmark's HQ, and this episode covered a little of everything. Enjoy! (Part 2 of 2) LAL Live 2023 Save 50% on registration for EQUIP 2023 (with code: Brian) Get Brian's Free Newsletter https://www.lawntrepreneuracademy.com/ Brian's Lawn Maintenance On YouTube Brian's Lawn Maintenance On Instagram Ballard-Inc.com (Brians...
Aug 18, 2023•1 hr 31 min
Today we did a 4-way podcast with Blake and Natalie Albertson, Paul Jamison, and myself discussing pretty much everything! This was a late-night hangout the day before our tour to Exmark's HQ, and this episode covered a little of everything. Enjoy! (Part 1 of 2) LAL Live 2023 Save 50% on registration for EQUIP 2023 (with code: Brian) Get Brian's Free Newsletter https://www.lawntrepreneuracademy.com/ Brian's Lawn Maintenance On YouTube Brian's Lawn Maintenance On Instagram Ballard-Inc.com (Brians...
Aug 16, 2023•1 hr 24 min
Today we're interviewing Nick Teeple, owner of Paxton Grounds Lawn Care. Nick has been building his lawn and landscaping business for almost 4 years and has a fantastic lawn care setup. He also shares his journey of self-development and success, which has taught him some invaluable life lessons. Enjoy! LAL Live 2023 Save 50% on registration for EQUIP 2023 (with code: Brian) Get Brian's Free Newsletter https://www.lawntrepreneuracademy.com/ Brian's Lawn Maintenance On YouTube Brian's Lawn Mainten...
Aug 14, 2023•50 min
Today I shared about a special trip to Exmark HQ all the way in Beatrice, NE. A handful of us were invited down to see the latest and greatest Exmark had to offer and meet the team behind the brand. Enjoy! LAL Live 2023 Save 50% on registration for EQUIP 2023 (with code: Brian) Get Brian's Free Newsletter https://www.lawntrepreneuracademy.com/ Brian's Lawn Maintenance On YouTube Brian's Lawn Maintenance On Instagram Ballard-Inc.com (Brians10) KUJO (Brians10) Equipment Defender (Brians10) https:/...
Aug 11, 2023•48 min
Today we're joined by Matthew Danner, owner of Doughboy's Lawn & Snow Removal out of North West Harrisburg, PA. Matthew shares how he got into the green industry and how things have taken off these last few years. Enjoy! LAL Live 2023 Save 50% on registration for EQUIP 2023 (with code: Brian) Get Brian's Free Newsletter https://www.lawntrepreneuracademy.com/ Brian's Lawn Maintenance On YouTube Brian's Lawn Maintenance On Instagram Ballard-Inc.com (Brians10) KUJO (Brians10) Equipment Defender...
Aug 09, 2023•49 min
Today we're interviewing Blake Stiehl, owner of BD's Outdoor Services, down in the Atlanta GA region! Listen in as Blake shares his start-up story and the rewards along the way. Enjoy! LAL Live 2023 Save 50% on registration for EQUIP 2023 (with code: Brian) Get Brian's Free Newsletter https://www.lawntrepreneuracademy.com/ Brian's Lawn Maintenance On YouTube Brian's Lawn Maintenance On Instagram Ballard-Inc.com (Brians10) KUJO (Brians10) Equipment Defender (Brians10) https://gpstrackit.com/brian...
Aug 07, 2023•39 min
Today we're sharing why building a network of contacts is imperative to your company's growth and future success. Enjoy. LAL Live 2023 Save 50% on registration for EQUIP 2023 (with code: Brian) Get Brian's Free Newsletter https://www.lawntrepreneuracademy.com/ Brian's Lawn Maintenance On YouTube Brian's Lawn Maintenance On Instagram Ballard-Inc.com (Brians10) KUJO (Brians10) Equipment Defender (Brians10) https://gpstrackit.com/brianlm/ www.brandedbullinc.com Mention Brian’s name and save $100 on...
Aug 04, 2023•26 min
Today we're joined by Joe Maligisi, owner of A+ Lawn & Turf Specialists out of Norwalk, CT. Listen in as Joe shares about their company's growth over the last four years, including their rebound story from their first two years in business, which was a challenge. Enjoy. LAL Live 2023 Save 50% on registration for EQUIP 2023 (with code: Brian) Get Brian's Free Newsletter https://www.lawntrepreneuracademy.com/ Brian's Lawn Maintenance On YouTube Brian's Lawn Maintenance On Instagram Ballard-Inc...
Aug 02, 2023•45 min
Today we're joined by Zadok Shafer, owner of Z Dubs Mowing & More sharing with us his startup story! Zadok has followed our content since day one on YouTube, and it comes full circle now with interviewing him for this tour! How cool is that? Enjoy! I think I had a small edit halfway through this two-minute intro, I had to restart a sentence. LAL Live 2023 Save 50% on registration for EQUIP 2023 (with code: Brian) Get Brian's Free Newsletter https://www.lawntrepreneuracademy.com/ Brian's Lawn...
Jul 31, 2023•38 min
Today Liz and I are sharing a month's recap of the whirlwind that is our life. Here we're talking about the Trades conference recap, the camper we're purchasing, a recent missed flight, and so much more. It's never a dull moment during the spring rush, but I feel like this year's spring rush just never lets up. Enjoy! Save 50% on registration for EQUIP 2023 (with code: Brian) Get Brian's Free Newsletter Brian's Lawn Maintenance On YouTube Brian's Lawn Maintenance On Instagram Ballard-Inc.com (Br...
Jul 28, 2023•1 hr 41 min
Today we’re joined by Jason Wilke of ECHO USA as he shares about handheld equipment to grow your business. Enjoy! Save 50% on registration for EQUIP 2023 (with code: Brian) Get Brian's Free Newsletter Brian's Lawn Maintenance On YouTube Brian's Lawn Maintenance On Instagram Ballard-Inc.com (Brians10) KUJO (Brians10) Equipment Defender (Brians10) https://gpstrackit.com/brianlm/ www.brandedbullinc.com Mention Brian’s name and save $100 on a new website. https://www.yardbook.com/ Sta-bil Echo...
Jul 26, 2023•43 min
Today we're joined by Tom Maggs owner of Maggs Lawn & Landscape out of Albany, NY. Tom has grown more than half a million dollars in business by age 19, with more than a half dozen full-time team members. Enjoy. Save 50% on registration for EQUIP 2023 (with code: Brian) Get Brian's Free Newsletter Brian's Lawn Maintenance On YouTube Brian's Lawn Maintenance On Instagram Ballard-Inc.com (Brians10) KUJO (Brians10) Equipment Defender (Brians10) https://gpstrackit.com/brianlm/ www.brandedbullinc...
Jul 24, 2023•41 min
Today we're joined by Brock Keener, owner of Lawn Bros out of Lancaster, PA. Brock has over 60 mowing accounts and earned a full-time income from his lawn care business at 19 years old! Enjoy. Save 50% on registration for EQUIP 2023 (with code: Brian) Get Brian's Free Newsletter Brian's Lawn Maintenance On YouTube Brian's Lawn Maintenance On Instagram Ballard-Inc.com (Brians10) KUJO (Brians10) Equipment Defender (Brians10) https://gpstrackit.com/brianlm/ www.brandedbullinc.com Mention Brian’s na...
Jul 21, 2023•43 min
