Reach Out Via Text! In this powerhouse episode, Jeremiah Jennings is joined by Jason Cromley, co-founder and CEO of Hidden Creek Landscaping, a $21M company with eyes on $25M—all without adding a single team member. Jason shares how he and his partner built the business from college landscaping side gigs to a scalable, system-driven operation, revealing hard-earned lessons around hiring, efficiency, accountability, and team culture. From the realities of paying A-players what they’re worth to th...
Apr 25, 2025•37 min•Ep. 536
Reach Out Via Text! In this midweek motivation episode, Jeremiah pulls back the curtain on what’s driving real growth at Growing Green Landscapes: people. If you’ve ever struggled to hire—or keep—great employees, this one’s for you. Jeremiah dives into what it actually takes to attract A-players, why underpaying is hurting your business more than you think, and how valuing your team the right way transforms your entire company culture. From salary strategy to onboarding processes, this episode d...
Apr 23, 2025•17 min•Ep. 535
Reach Out Via Text! In this honest and humorous episode of Marriage Monday, Jeremiah and Savannah reflect on their first month as a family of four—and they’re not holding back. From the surprise challenges of toddler emotions to the mental exhaustion that goes beyond sleepless nights, they dig into the unexpected realities of balancing life, love, and two tiny humans. The couple opens up about navigating spring rush at Growing Green Landscapes, fighting off burnout, and planning their next round...
Apr 21, 2025•33 min•Ep. 534
Reach Out Via Text! In today’s show, we prep for Easter Sunday. This weekend is the backbone of everything we do and believe in. A perfect Son coming to die for our sins and rise again to conquer death. If we can ever help you in your spiritual journey please reach out, I hope you enjoy this episode and the clips played at the end. Here is the link to view it! Barabbas video: https://youtu.be/2E4Pdik0wuY?si=bGWnXDfe3bh5LVor Support the show 10% off LMN Software- https://lmncompany.partnerlinks.i...
Apr 18, 2025•18 min•Ep. 533
Reach Out Via Text! In this short but powerful midweek message, Jeremiah challenges listeners to refocus on a forgotten cornerstone of success—gratitude. While it’s easy to get swept up in spring rush, hiring, and building a dream team at Growing Green Landscapes, Jeremiah reminds us that none of it is possible without the blessings we often take for granted. From the simple gift of waking up in the morning to the privilege of running a business in a free country, this episode is a gut check we ...
Apr 16, 2025•16 min•Ep. 532
Reach Out Via Text! We’re here for an awesome throwback with our friends, the Auman’s. Our revenue goals and some of the day to day have changed in a year since this show but a lot remains the same. We are now shooting for the 1.3 range while Caleb and Brittany have updated to 2 million! In this candid Marriage Monday episode, Jeremiah and Savannah Jennings are joined by Caleb and Brittany Auman for a brutally honest conversation about the highs, lows, and hilarious moments that come with runnin...
Apr 14, 2025•1 hr 27 min•Ep. 531
Reach Out Via Text! In this episode of the Growing Green Podcast , host Jeremiah Jennings sits down with Kristen Kiely, Chief Customer Experience Officer at Leanscaper, to dive deep into building scalable systems for your landscaping business. Kristen shares lessons from her time at LMN and The Grounds Guys, and how Leanscaper is empowering business owners—no matter the size—to implement proven frameworks that drive serious results. From step-by-step SOPs to accessing expert advisors, this conve...
Apr 11, 2025•40 min•Ep. 530
Reach Out Via Text! In today’s episode I have a short and sweet discussion about a job we just wrapped up that wasn’t an easy one. We didn’t really have experience in this type of work before so we were going into it willing to learn. We definitely had a few struggles in it and learned a lot. We even lost money.. but that’s okay because we got better! Don’t let anyone stop you this season. Keep grinding folks! Support the show 10% off LMN Software- https://lmncompany.partnerlinks.io/growinggreen...
Apr 09, 2025•10 min•Ep. 529
Reach Out Via Text! In todays episode, we discuss a very important topic, laughter Over the last 4-5 years I have tried to lighten up as an overall status and learn to just laugh more and enjoy our time together. Whatever problem it is that you are having to make you frustrated, put it in retrospect and ask yourself whether or not it's something that at the root could be laughed about to lighten the feelings.We also hit on how important communication is with your spouse at this point in our pare...
Apr 07, 2025•43 min•Ep. 528
Reach Out Via Text! In todays episode I share a heartfelt message on you finding your true path this spring. This could be your year, but you have to be up for the challenge. You have to be willing to do the things it takes to truly pursue your dreams. If you are wondering what to do this year because you work so hard, but don't feel like there is anything to show for it, and you ask yourself the question "is it worth it?" then this is the message for you. You can make the change and do the hard...
Apr 04, 2025•23 min•Ep. 527
Reach Out Via Text! In today’s show I unpack a few ways we are actively looking to add cash to our business this spring season. It is very common for landscape companies to struggle with cash flow March-May due to the start up costs, payroll, etc.. and not having the net 30 revenue coming in yet. We have implemented weekly billing which I am pumped for to really help us manage and keep up with the cash better this year! I also talk about upsells and waste elimination as well. Check it out, and I...
Apr 02, 2025•26 min•Ep. 526
Reach Out Via Text! In todays episode Savannah and I share about the birth of our second son Tate. This experience was surreal to say the least, and was perfectly orchestrated the way the Lord wanted it to be. The way it all happened definitely was not expected, but very much welcomed and appreciated. Savannah was an absolute rockstar and crushed the entire process start to finish, and now is getting to be the best mom ever to 2 little boys who call her Mom. Thank you for tuning into the show, I...
Mar 31, 2025•49 min•Ep. 525
Reach Out Via Text! Re-Release's are something I enjoy doing only a few times a year when I truly believe an episode is worth listening to multiple times. This is one of those times. Sam is a wealth of knowledge and is pouring his heart out for the industry to grow together. Tune in to hear Sam Gembel of Atlas Outdoor. Sam has successfully scaled Atlas to a multimillion dollar operation over the last 10+ years and now employees over 100 people. Building his team was a key point Sam talked about ...
Mar 26, 2025•1 hr 9 min•Ep. 524
Reach Out Via Text! In todays episode we have a slower paced episode transparently just reminiscing on the last 2 years of having our son Jack and now watching as he becomes a big brother and we grow our family. In this season of growth we are extremely blessed to have the opportunity to share our life with you all and we couldn't be more thankful for your support. As we walk through the next days and weeks this show will be very open and honest on how we are navigating this growth and the sprin...
Mar 24, 2025•28 min•Ep. 523
Reach Out Via Text! In todays episode, I discuss how we are going to attack bringing new leads into our business. We are attempting to target realtors, community leaders, school officials, and other homeowners who we believe fit our ICP. Through hiring our salesman, we are focusing heavy on this side as opposed to pouring money into print marketing or social advertising at this time. We are going to create social media presence more heavily this year to help educate potential clients about what ...
Mar 20, 2025•38 min•Ep. 522
Reach Out Via Text! In todays episode I walk through a report I just recently found in LMN to help you see exactly how much time we spent doing un-billable tasks last year. This report was very eye opening and made me think long and hard about waste, and how we can continue to purge it from our company. We are chasing profit to use as fuel for growth, and 30% unbillable time just isn't going to get us there. I also dive into whether or not I should hire a personal driver lol. This thought can ea...
Mar 19, 2025•30 min•Ep. 521
Reach Out Via Text! In today’s episode talk about the exciting emotions we are having into the birth of our second son and how it will be different than our first go around. We are both trying to soak up this time like never before knowing that it won’t last long. We also talk business strategy and the pros and cons to having a bigger business vs. being a solo operator. Have a great week! Support the show 10% off LMN Software- https://lmncompany.partnerlinks.io/growinggreenpodcast Signup for our...
Mar 17, 2025•38 min•Ep. 520
Reach Out Via Text! In today’s episode I share our renewal process and share about the subscription model world that we live in. If you look at the world around us, the majority of people want something simple and recurring. To increase our cash flow this year, we have changed to weekly billing for our residential maintenance. This is going to dramatically increase our operations account and help streamline the billing process as well! I also talk about the importance of leading your team and co...
Mar 14, 2025•31 min•Ep. 519
Reach Out Via Text! In today’s episode I breakdown the system we are using to keep up with our leads during the spring rush as well as generate new leads. As you get an influx of people reaching out about service you must have a process in place for how you handle the influx. Losing customers due to lack of of communication and delayed estimate time is very real, I’ve gone through it!! Don’t let that be you! Support the show 10% off LMN Software- https://lmncompany.partnerlinks.io/growinggreenpo...
Mar 12, 2025•24 min•Ep. 518
Reach Out Via Text! In todays episode, Savannah and I discuss an event we attended where we dove into creating a safe place for your family to grow and live inside of your home. Your home is the one place where you can truly relax and just exist. It is where you will have some of the best and the hardest conversations you will encounter. It is our goal to build a home where our kids want to bring their friends and allow us to have a positive loving influence on them. It isn't always easy for the...
Mar 10, 2025•43 min•Ep. 517
Reach Out Via Text! In todays episode I share my takeaways on objection handling coming off the heals if the Leanscaper Intensive in Nashville covering all things sales/revenue. As we grow, our cold calling will be a huge source of lead gen. and I want to perfect it as much as possible. Thanks to a recent hire in the sales position, our goal is to cold call very frequently and train to handle objection well. Overcoming objection is a major key to growth and it is something that I believe most pe...
Mar 07, 2025•29 min•Ep. 516
Reach Out Via Text! In todays episode we have a late night hotel room discussion with Brian Fullerton and Caleb Auman. This is a 3 part show split between all of our podcasts. This is the second installment with Brians being the first. We catch up and discuss some of our growth in relation to trucks and equipment and how we can't only think about the problem right in front of us, but the solution for down the road! Check out the other 2 parts to hear more fun conversation and valuable insights f...
Mar 05, 2025•47 min•Ep. 515
Reach Out Via Text! In todays episode Savannah and I sit back and honestly just enjoy talking and cutting up. Sometimes laughter is the best medicine and boy did we laugh in this one. We seriously covered so many random topics I can't even remember to put them in the show notes. Start your Monday off with a light hearted episode that hopefully can bring you some laughs to start the week! Support the show 10% off LMN Software- https://lmncompany.partnerlinks.io/growinggreenpodcast Signup for our ...
Mar 03, 2025•41 min•Ep. 514
Reach Out Via Text! In today's episode I walk through our spring rush outlook and preparation in comparison from last year to this year. The way we have grown is so exciting and we are prepping for our best year yet! As we grow I am trying to constantly uncover the things that I simply don't know yet. This is getting done mainly by surrounding myself with others who are further along than I am that can give me great insights on improvements to be making! Support the show 10% off LMN Software- ht...
Feb 28, 2025•33 min•Ep. 513
Reach Out Via Text! In today’s episode I dive into a couple things. One of them being showing profit in your business. As you start your business you may have alway heard “ I don’t want to pay any taxes”, but in my opinion that’s the wrong outlook in the beginning. You should be looking to build your business with profit so that you have some history and proof that as your grow and need OPM to help scale, you can get it. As you grow and the business develops then this strategy may change, but un...
Feb 26, 2025•20 min•Ep. 512
Reach Out Via Text! In todays episode Savannah and I share about our getaway and time of rejuvination in just a short 48 hours. We took the time to go to a resort and just spend quality time with each other. As our second son approaches quickly, we know our lives are about to get hectic and we don't want to get lost in the chaos and not remember our love for each other. In a life of such business, make sure you and your spouse take the time to spend with each other even when you have young kids ...
Feb 24, 2025•46 min•Ep. 511
Reach Out Via Text! In todays episode I continue to unpack the things that entrepreneurs commonly make mistakes at. I firmly believe this is one of them. Growing too quickly is something that I have seen personally wreck the life of a business owner and his family. If you can't manage the growth you are seeing then you must either pump the breaks on the sales funnel and stunt the business growth or you just fall so far behind that you get stressed and start to worry about quality control, attitu...
Feb 21, 2025•22 min•Ep. 510
Reach Out Via Text! In todays episode I discuss action items to help us prep for spring rush 2025! It is hard to believe it is already here, but there is no denying that it is close. Whatever you can be doing to create once and show multiple times over again through a training video, i highly suggest you doing. Also, make sure you are seeing that equipment is in the best shape possible to hit the ground running in less than 6 weeks for most of us. Be a leader of leaders and grow the people in yo...
Feb 19, 2025•28 min•Ep. 509
Reach Out Via Text! In todays episode Savannah and I discuss our prep and plans for baby Tate coming in a few weeks as well as how we feel more confident having a second vs. having a first. We are looking forward to having 2 little boys running around, but that definitely doesn't come without a little hesitation and anxiety of parenting 2. We are looking forward to using our principles that have seemed to work with our son Jack and help train Tate as well as continue to help Jack in his growth a...
Feb 17, 2025•34 min•Ep. 508
Reach Out Via Text! In today’s episode we dive deep into the process of always being around people who are smarter than you in some area. You never want to go through life being the smartest person in the room, and if you can do this effectively you will see major growth over a period of time to the likes of what your piers will notice and ask what you did to succeed! Support the show 10% off LMN Software- https://lmncompany.partnerlinks.io/growinggreenpodcast Signup for our Newsletter- https://...
Feb 14, 2025•25 min•Ep. 507
