John Pajak discusses how your business entity directly affects the way the IRS taxes your business. Please consult with a CPA for more information. John Pajak is not a certified public accountant. Comments and Questions are welcome. Send to ProfitswithPajak@gmail.com Episode Links: Want to go deep into your numbers to maximize your profits? Sign up for the Budgets, Breakevens, and Bottom Lines™ Workshop at www.JohnPajak.com Save 50% on your Equip Expo registration. Use Promo code PAJAK https://w...
Jun 16, 2023•34 min•Ep. 51
John Pajak simply defines a business’ tax liability and a few basic tips you can use to reduce your taxes. Please consult with a CPA for more information. John Pajak is not a certified public accountant. Comments and Questions are welcome. Send to ProfitswithPajak@gmail.com Episode Links: Want to go deep into your numbers to maximize your profits? Sign up for the Budgets, Breakevens, and Bottom Lines™ Workshop at www.JohnPajak.com Save 50% on your Equip Expo registration. Use Promo code PAJAK ht...
Jun 14, 2023•24 min•Ep. 50
John Pajak talks about getting free advice from social media groups and how it can lead you astray and cost you money Comments and Questions are welcome. Send to ProfitswithPajak@gmail.com Episode Links: Want to go deep into your numbers to maximize your profits? Sign up for the Budgets, Breakevens, and Bottom Lines™ Workshop at www.JohnPajak.com Save 50% on your Equip Expo registration. Use Promo code PAJAK https://www.compusystems.com/servlet/ar?evt_uid=826&PromoCode=PAJAK The Hardscape Ac...
Jun 12, 2023•47 min•Ep. 49
John Pajak explains what the A2P 10DLC regulation is and how it will affect your business. Yardbook has a simple solution to make this transition easy for you. We welcome prayers for Matthew’s speedy recovery. Comments and Questions are welcome. Send to ProfitswithPajak@gmail.com Episode Links: A2P 10DLC support from Yardbook https://support.yardbook.com/text-messages-a2p-10dlc/ The Huge Convention registration. Use Promo code PODCAST and save $25 https://events.thehugeconvention.com/2023huge Sa...
Jun 09, 2023•42 min•Ep. 48
John Pajak brings up a hard subject after his brother was involved in a motorcycle accident. We welcome prayers for Matthew’s speedy recovery. Comments and Questions are welcome. Send to ProfitswithPajak@gmail.com Episode Links: The Huge Convention registration. Use Promo code PODCAST and save $25 https://events.thehugeconvention.com/2023huge Save 50% on your Equip Expo registration. Use Promo code PAJAK https://www.compusystems.com/servlet/ar?evt_uid=826&PromoCode=PAJAK Sign Up for The 2023...
Jun 07, 2023•36 min•Ep. 47
Naylor Taliaferro joins John Pajak in the Profits with Pajak studio and discusses The Huge Convention, Equip Expo, The Morning Show, and The Rally. They talk about bringing the green industry community together and their goals to help keep pushing business owners to achieve their goals. Comments and Questions are welcome. Send to ProfitswithPajak@gmail.com Episode Links: These show notes are like a fat, overstuffed leather wallet packed with money-saving links and FREE admission to events! The H...
Jun 05, 2023•1 hr 8 min•Ep. 46
Burnout is real! It’s the feeling people get when they are stressed, tired, and ready to quit. John Pajak discusses how to identify the signs of burnout and how to avoid this phenomenon during your season. Comments and Questions are welcome. Send to ProfitswithPajak@gmail.com Episode Links: Save 50% on your Equip Expo registration. Use Promo code PAJAK https://www.compusystems.com/servlet/ar?evt_uid=826&PromoCode=PAJAK Want to go deep into your numbers to maximize your profits? Sign up for t...
Jun 02, 2023•53 min•Ep. 45
John Pajak shares how renting equipment may be a better choice to purchasing equipment while exploring new service offerings for your landscape business. Comments and Questions are welcome. Send to ProfitswithPajak@gmail.com Episode Links: Save 50% on your Equip Expo registration. Use Promo code PAJAK https://www.compusystems.com/servlet/ar?evt_uid=826&PromoCode=PAJAK Want to go deep into your numbers to maximize your profits? Sign up for the Budgets, Breakevens, and Bottom Lines™ Workshop a...
May 31, 2023•46 min•Ep. 44
John Pajak shares how to identify and deal with toxic customers so you can keep your head clear and stay focused on your business. Comments and Questions are welcome. Send to ProfitswithPajak@gmail.com Episode Links: Save 50% on your Equip Expo registration. Use Promo code PAJAK https://www.compusystems.com/servlet/ar?evt_uid=826&PromoCode=PAJAK Want to go deep into your numbers to maximize your profits? Sign up for the Budgets, Breakevens, and Bottom Lines™ Workshop at www.JohnPajak.com The...
May 29, 2023•56 min•Ep. 43
John Pajak and Joseph DiPace discuss protecting your business with proper insurance, having systems in place when mixing chemicals, and protecting your equipment from theft. Comments and Questions are welcome. Send to ProfitswithPajak@gmail.com Episode Links: Save 50% on your Equip Expo registration. Use Promo code PAJAK https://www.compusystems.com/servlet/ar?evt_uid=826&PromoCode=PAJAK Want to go deep into your numbers to maximize your profits? Sign up for the Budgets, Breakevens, and Bott...
May 26, 2023•1 hr 1 min•Ep. 42
John Pajak lays out 10 actionable steps that you can use to take your business from $50,000 to $250,000 per year in sales. Comments and Questions are welcome. Send to ProfitswithPajak@gmail.com Episode Links: Save 50% on your Equip Expo registration. Use Promo code PAJAK https://www.compusystems.com/servlet/ar?evt_uid=826&PromoCode=PAJAK Want to go deep into your numbers to maximize your profits? Sign up for the Budgets, Breakevens, and Bottom Lines™ Workshop at www.JohnPajak.com The Hardsca...
May 24, 2023•44 min•Ep. 41
In episode notes for PWP 40: John Pajak uses a simple example of how you can use a few common data points to figure out how much work it will take your service business to make $1 million in top-line revenue. Save 50% on your Equip Expo registration. Use Promo code PAJAK https://www.compusystems.com/servlet/ar?evt_uid=826&PromoCode=PAJAK Want to go deep into your numbers to maximize your profits? Sign up for the Budgets, Breakevens, and Bottom Lines™ Workshop at www.JohnPajak.com The Hardsca...
May 22, 2023•26 min•Ep. 40
John Pajak has a gift for you, a step-by-step outline so you can create a system that will help you create estimates quickly for potential clients and win more jobs. Comments and Questions are welcome. Send to ProfitswithPajak@gmail.com Episode Links: Save 50% on your Equip Expo registration. Use Promo code PAJAK https://www.compusystems.com/servlet/ar?evt_uid=826&PromoCode=PAJAK Want to go deep into your numbers to maximize your profits? Sign up for the Budgets, Breakevens, and Bottom Lines...
May 19, 2023•39 min•Ep. 39
John Pajak discusses whether to prioritize customer acquisition or buy equipment for new business owners. Comments and Questions are welcome. Send to ProfitswithPajak@gmail.com Episode Links: Save 50% on your Equip Expo registration. Use Promo code PAJAK https://www.compusystems.com/servlet/ar?evt_uid=826&PromoCode=PAJAK Want to go deep into your numbers to maximize your profits? Sign up for the Budgets, Breakevens, and Bottom Lines™ Workshop at www.JohnPajak.com The Hardscape Academy In-Per...
May 17, 2023•38 min•Ep. 38
John Pajak with guest, Kendall Hines, discuss the advantages of utilizing API technology to automate your business. Comments and Questions are welcome. Send to ProfitswithPajak@gmail.com Episode Links: Learn more about Kendall’s new software Clicki: Referral Marketing for Local Businesses www.joinclicki.com Save 50% on your Equip Expo registration. Use Promo code PAJAK https://www.compusystems.com/servlet/ar?evt_uid=826&PromoCode=PAJAK Want to go deep into your numbers to maximize your profi...
May 15, 2023•1 hr 3 min•Ep. 37
Pajak discusses why putting all of your business into a single social media effort may unexpectedly get shut down. He also talks about how you can protect yourself online from hackers and bad players that want your personal and business information. Comments and Questions are welcome. Send to ProfitswithPajak@gmail.com Episode Links: Save $25 on The Huge Convention Tickets! Use Promo code PODCAST https://events.thehugeconvention.com/2023huge/begin Save 50% on your Equip Expo registration. Use Pr...
May 12, 2023•41 min•Ep. 36
Pajak and Hub talk about building trust with clients. Comments and Questions are welcome. Send to ProfitswithPajak@gmail.com Episode Links: Save 50% on your Equip Expo registration. Use Promo code PAJAK https://www.compusystems.com/servlet/ar?evt_uid=826&PromoCode=PAJAK Want to go deep into your numbers to maximize your profits? Sign up for the Budgets, Breakevens, and Bottom Lines™ Workshop at www.JohnPajak.com The Hardscape Academy In-Person Training. Get 2 days of Hands-On Hardscape Instr...
May 10, 2023•1 hr 1 min•Ep. 35
John talks about the advantages and disadvantages of offering discount on your services. Comments and Questions are welcome. Send to ProfitswithPajak@gmail.com Episode Links: Save 50% on your Equip Expo registration. Use Promo code PAJAK https://www.compusystems.com/servlet/ar?evt_uid=826&PromoCode=PAJAK Want to go deep into your numbers to maximize your profits? Sign up for the Budgets, Breakevens, and Bottom Lines™ Workshop at www.JohnPajak.com The Hardscape Academy In-Person Training. Get...
May 08, 2023•34 min•Ep. 34
John Pajak speaks with Jacob Godar, GROW Comm Business Coach and CEO of Scooter’s Lawn Care, INC. They talk about attracting people, profits, and prosperity. Comments and Questions are welcome. Send to ProfitswithPajak@gmail.com Episode Links: Save 50% on your Equip Expo registration. Use Promo code PAJAK https://www.compusystems.com/servlet/ar?evt_uid=826&PromoCode=PAJAK Check out Jacob Godar and GROW COMM at www.JacobGodar.com Want to go deep into your numbers to maximize your profits? Sig...
May 05, 2023•1 hr 5 min•Ep. 33
Pajak, you’re nuts! How are there cons to profits? Let’s explore and talk about the difference between Profits and Profiteering. Comments and Questions are welcome. Send to ProfitswithPajak@gmail.com Episode Links: Save 50% on your Equip Expo registration. Use Promo code PAJAK https://www.compusystems.com/servlet/ar?evt_uid=826&PromoCode=PAJAK Want to go deep into your numbers to maximize your profits? Sign up for the Budgets, Breakevens, and Bottom Lines™ Workshop at www.JohnPajak.com The H...
May 03, 2023•43 min•Ep. 32
John Pajak talks about finishing all your daily tasks. Bad habits form when you fail to focus on your daily business goals. Comments and Questions are welcome. Send to ProfitswithPajak@gmail.com Episode Links: Save 50% on your Equip Expo registration. Use Promo code PAJAK https://www.compusystems.com/servlet/ar?evt_uid=826&PromoCode=PAJAK Want to go deep into your numbers to maximize your profits? Sign up for the Budgets, Breakevens, and Bottom Lines™ Workshop at www.JohnPajak.com The Hardsc...
May 01, 2023•36 min•Ep. 31
John talks about the importance of not counting on one piece of equipment, one piece of marketing, one piece of anything! To be successful, you need a plan that includes backups. Comments and Questions are welcome. Send to ProfitswithPajak@gmail.com Episode Links: Save 50% on your Equip Expo registration. Use Promo code PAJAK https://www.compusystems.com/servlet/ar?evt_uid=826&PromoCode=PAJAK Want to go deep into your numbers to maximize your profits? Sign up for the Budgets, Breakevens, and...
Apr 28, 2023•40 min•Ep. 30
John Pajak discusses the pros and cons of taking on HOA work. Have a plan before you decide if this work is right for your business. Comments and Questions are welcome. Send to ProfitswithPajak@gmail.com Episode Links: Save 50% on your Equip Expo registration. Use Promo code PAJAK https://www.compusystems.com/servlet/ar?evt_uid=826&PromoCode=PAJAK Want to go deep into your numbers to maximize your profits? Sign up for the Budgets, Breakevens, and Bottom Lines™ Workshop at www.JohnPajak.com T...
Apr 26, 2023•53 min•Ep. 29
John Pajak discusses how to deal with people that approach you while you are working and want to waste your time. Comments and Questions are welcome. Send to ProfitswithPajak@gmail.com Episode Links: Save 50% on your Equip Expo registration. Use Promo code PAJAK https://www.compusystems.com/servlet/ar?evt_uid=826&PromoCode=PAJAK Want to go deep into your numbers to maximize your profits? Sign up for the Budgets, Breakevens, and Bottom Lines™ Workshop at www.JohnPajak.com Show Sponsors: Simpl...
Apr 24, 2023•36 min•Ep. 28
John Pajak and Kory Ballard talk about why operating a business like you're going to sell it can increase its value, improve profitability, and help establish efficient processes and systems, leading to long-term success. Comments and Questions are welcome. Send to ProfitswithPajak@gmail.com Episode Links: Save 50% on your Equip Expo registration. Use Promo code PAJAK https://www.compusystems.com/servlet/ar?evt_uid=826&PromoCode=PAJAK Check out some great products at www.ballard-inc.com List...
Apr 21, 2023•1 hr 16 min•Ep. 27
John Pajak and Kris Kiser, CEO of OPEI and EQUIP Expo, talk about what’s new for Equip Expo 2023. Comments and Questions are welcome. Send to ProfitswithPajak@gmail.com Episode Links: Save 50% on your Equip Expo registration. Use Promo code PAJAK https://www.compusystems.com/servlet/ar?evt_uid=826&PromoCode=PAJAK Kris Kiser https://www.linkedin.com/in/kriskiser The TURFMUTT Foundation https://www.turfmutt.com/ OPEI (Outdoor Power Equipment Industry) https://www.opei.org/ Want to go deep into...
Apr 19, 2023•53 min•Ep. 26
John Pajak explores why we procrastinate in our business and personal lives. How do we identify these issues and overcome them? Listen and find out! Comments and Questions are welcome. Send to ProfitswithPajak@gmail.com Episode Links: https://www.thehardscapeacademy.com/offers/ntEhQ5YU/checkout Use coupon code PAJAK and get a 5% discount off the tuition PLUS $289.00 in additional bonuses when you attend the April 21-22nd, 2023 event!!! That is well over $350.00 in savings!!! Want to go deep into...
Apr 17, 2023•27 min•Ep. 25
Pajak answers a question from a listener about dealing with stress from pushy customers during the spring rush. Send your comments and questions to ProfitswithPajak@gmail.com Episode Links: https://www.thehardscapeacademy.com/offers/ntEhQ5YU/checkout Use coupon code PAJAK and get a 5% discount off the tuition PLUS $289.00 in additional bonuses when you attend the April 21-22nd, 2023 event!!! That is well over $350.00 in savings!!! Want to go deep into your numbers to maximize your profits? Sign ...
Apr 14, 2023•32 min•Ep. 24
John messed up and put his lawn care website maintenance on the back burner. Now at the worst possible time of the season, the website is down. Who is to blame? The web hosting service? The webmaster? Lions and Tigers and Bears? Oh, My!!! Episode Links: https://www.thehardscapeacademy.com/offers/ntEhQ5YU/checkout Use coupon code PAJAK and get a 5% discount off the tuition PLUS $289.00 in additional bonuses when you attend the April 21-22nd, 2023 event!!! That is well over $350.00 in savings!!! W...
Apr 12, 2023•29 min•Ep. 23
John discusses how to protect yourself while doing Emergency clean up work caused by bad weather, how to deal with, “Can you do this for me real quick?” from clients, and what to do when dealing with commercial customers that try to get more work out of their contract without paying for additional services. Episode Links: https://www.thehardscapeacademy.com/offers/ntEhQ5YU/checkout Use coupon code PAJAK and get a 5% discount off the tuition PLUS $289.00 in additional bonuses when you attend the ...
Apr 10, 2023•56 min•Ep. 22