Lubrication Across The Nation

Do you know the most important aspect of a first impression? With only a few seconds to begin the journey, how will you proceed?

Do you tell your customers you can do it all, that you are skilled in every application? Or do you stick with where you have the most experience? Phil and I are discussing the shift in the landscaping industry with more and more contractors branching out and offering services they may not be educated enough to provide.

As the literal landscape changes in the green industry, we see more and more lawncare providers moving into the landscaping space. With that shift comes a host of issues, most of which, revolve around education and skill levels. However, the client also has a portion of responsibility but how do we know who's at fault when an install fails? Phil and I are discussing a variety of issues we have com...

Beyond the job, the hobbies and everything else you use to define yourself, what do you find in that space? Have you ever made up a random backstory just for fun? Listen in and find out where the train takes you.

Whenever Lee, The Mayor, Withers visits the show it's all about the small-town mochas and spilling the latest tea on all kinds of topics.

If you have been following thus far, we are halfway through our "story time" with Art of War.

Every time I open this book, I learn something new. And I have opened it thousands of times over the years. A twist here, a turn there and always a different take

Some conversations happen so naturally that you forget you had a topic. That's the way every chat with Cody happens. We start and just let things flow. From saws to fires and where did the neighbors go...we covered it all. No go make your bed.

Sun Tzu had keen insights for use of energy both as a leader and those we direct. This morning's discussion revolved around the chapter regarding Energy from the Art of War series.

That's right, The Mayor is back and we are going left, right and upside down with the topics today. Airplane travel, new coffee mixes and the upcoming Equip Expo...

There are so many facets to hospitality, but when we embrace it, the competition has no way to beat us. From how we interact with our customers, to the training we provide the staff we have chosen...it's all a game.

The contractor market is already tough, but what about long term contract services. Landscaping and tree work often come with repeat guests but how do we keep them when price is involved?

From running mowers to pushing snow, Wally from WoodRuff & Sons Lawncare & Snow Removal has been expanding and changing the way he does the business that he loves. Listen in as we talk shop and discuss daily operations, staffing and the terrible "corn sweats".

We all use phrases throughout our day, but do we know what they actually mean? Are we actually using them correctly? From misunderstood, misinterpreted and even just plain wrong...I am covering a wide range this morning.

Cody from Kodiak Carving joins me to discuss his story and how he found himself in the chainsaw carving world of art.

Sometimes it's fun to just let the conversation wander and take a stroll down memory lane. Scott from Acme Landscapes joins me for a great conversation about some of the hot topics of landscaping and lawncare through the ages as well as fun customer stories.

Phil is back and we are discussing GPS, toll booths and anything else that come along with it.

We all use the phrase, "Plan of Attack", but how well do we actually use it to our true advantage. Also, I may have gone on a rant for the first few minutes, but I promise I got on topic eventually

Lucas Evangelous (Full Tilt Saw) has been around electricity and saws all of his life. As a full-time industrial electrician and saw connoisseur, Lucas splits his time between dangerous work. In finding out more about Lucas we also discuss his love of saws and which saws reign supreme. Follow Lucas as Full Tilt Saw on all the socials

It's finally Friday and we are wrapping up the week with a little Art of War through the lens of a landscaper. Remember, "All warfare is based in deception"

Everyone is vying for their own piece of the pie in the landscaping space every day. How do you set yourself as a trusted advisor and keep your company out front of the rest?

It's time for ya'll to read some books. So today I am discussing the beginning of Art of War and how it directly translates to use in the landscaping industry.

We often focus on the equipment we use every day whether it's the tools of our job or our vehicles. The one piece of equipment we tend to overlook is our own bodies. Liz Bialkowsky, an LMT (Licensed Massage Therapist) with years of experience in multiple modalities, joins me to discuss what it means to receive a massage and the benefits of a regular massage routine.

Which way do you run your weedeater, string trimmer, weed whip, strimmer or whatever you personally call it? There are many reasons for either side and on today's show I am breaking it down from the mechanical side to discuss some often overlooked points to the argument. As always...#fightthefriction

If you need to move material on the job site, whether it's mulch, rock or snow, Mulch Mate has a solution for you. Kyle Parks from Mulch Mate joins me to chat about his time in the industry and joining the Dawson team. We also discuss the amazing range of options Mulch Mate has to offer when it comes to their product line for saving time and your crew on their routes during every season of the yea...