Growing Green Podcast

Reach Out Via Text! In todays show, you hear Savannah and I talk through and recap a vacation to the beach that included more communication with our team back home then ever before. As your company grows, you must realize how much your role is going to change and you'll even notice it when you take a vacation. The phone calls and dinner and late nights sending estimates are all a part of the...

Reach Out Via Text! In todays episode, Eric Hill of Fay-Ark joins us. Eric is in year 6 of his lawn and landscape company and they are currently on pace to do 3.2  million this year with a team of 14-16 guys. Over the past year they had a crucial mishire that cost over 50k in profit, and in this episode Eric shares the story of what they are doing now to recover from that and ensure it doesn'...

Reach Out Via Text! In today’s episode, we re-release a show from last year about buying your first piece of equipment. This is a question I get asked a lot so I believe it is a good one to air again. We are enjoying some time on vacation with the family this week and encourage you to find time to do the same soon as well. When the days are long during these summer months, don’t forget your “why”....

Reach Out Via Text! In todays episode Savannah and I share the benefits we are both feeling from recent changes in our business and also ask for prayer and help with wise decision making about some things coming up for us. I appreciate the support from everyone who listens to the show and want you to know we couldn't do it without you! Support the show 10% off LMN Software- https://lmncompany...

Reach Out Via Text! In todays episode I dive deep and go hard for a few minutes on the importance of you adding value to your customers. Not only add value to your customers, but be the best you that you possibly can. It's not easy, and no one said it would be. When you set yourself apart from your competitors you will see true progress and see your business flourish like never before. Take i...

Reach Out Via Text! In todays episode I run through quite a few quotes and pieces of advice from around the industry about what advice owners would give to their younger self when they were starting out. Many of these topics are applicable to you no matter what stage of business you're at. I encourage you to listen in with an open mind and maybe realize some things you could change to help yo...

Reach Out Via Text! In todays episode Savannah and I unpack our cruising experience together. It was my first cruise and it was an awesome first experience. Being on the boat for the Together In The Trades conference also made it a great trip. We discuss the things we liked and what we would look for differently on our next cruise. I can officially say I am a cruise fan for sure though. If you hav...

Reach Out Via Text! In todays episode I run through some of the real life problems we are facing this week as well as diving in to being proud of your business and being compensated for it. The risk you take as a business owner is outrageous really. As the personal guarantor everything falls on you if it goes bad. Now, structure it in the way you should foe your business, but end of day you take t...

Reach Out Via Text! In todays episode, Caleb Auman joins us to share about some of his journey over the last 20+ years in the landscape/hardscape construction. In a time where everyone is looking to grow and be better owners and leaders, you should make time in your schedule to grow friendships with people who are older, wiser, and overall just further along in life than you are to help you propel...

Reach Out Via Text! In todays episode we are joined by Brian and Liz Fullerton with a live audience of Caleb and Brittany Auman. As we make our way back to Florida from our cruise to the Bahamas for Together in The Trades, we have a late night cruise stateroom chat to wrap up the weekend and also just catch up on life together. These trips are so important for building community and getting around...

Reach Out Via Text! In todays episode Jamie with Supremescapes joins the show for an absolutely value packed 45 minutes. Jamie and Luci have grown their company tremendously over the last 10 years and are truly hitting their stride in 2024. This journey definitely has had its ups and downs with one being a shop fire that wiped out their entire fleet. Tune in to hear Jamie share his process for hir...

Reach Out Via Text! In todays episode we get a great guest for about a half an hour to really dive into starting a business in an unconventional way. Kellen had a 12 year career in the hospital field and decided it was time to change it up! Now, in year 3 of business he is crushing the game and also killing Google reviews. Reviews is a huge push I'm making right now, and in this you'll h...

Reach Out Via Text! In todays episode Savannah and I discuss some areas of our life we are actively trying to grow in and how uncomfortable big steps toward growth can make us feel. Sometimes as a couple you feel like you're the only ones going through that certain situation or feel like you don't have anyone to talk to. Constantly be trying to grow your community to help your relationsh...

Reach Out Via Text! In todays episode, we share the second part of our conversation with the Aumans about our aggressive goals set earlier in the year. We talk through so many topics today that are all applicable to someone out there no matter the stage of business. Listen in and enjoy a fun Friday show! Support the show 10% off LMN Software- https://lmncompany.partnerlinks.io/growinggreenpodcast...

Reach Out Via Text! In todays show I simply walk though what we're learning day to day on becoming more efficient and the impact that can have on your company. In a world of everything being expensive, it's important to save in areas where we can. Build you team and leave a lasting legacy along the way as well, and don't gloss over what really matters in your day to day tasks. Suppo...

Reach Out Via Text! In todays show, Savannah and I walk through how we defined the new roles we have in our season of life with Savannah being a SAHM and how we can hold each other accountable moving forward. This is something that applies to any situation that may occur in your relationship when it comes to addressing the issue. Start by serving the other instead of proving how you're better...

Reach Out Via Text! In todays episode, I dive in to discussing the issues growing business owners struggle with. As your company develops you realize your time has to be spent in certain areas that you may not fully enjoy or even expect to be doing. You will also have to learn how to have conversations that will teach you to care about others problems and also show you that if you are truly lookin...

Reach Out Via Text! Join our Instagram live to discuss our new equipment purchase, the Q800 mowers, and how to keep up with the expense of owning a company. Continue to crush your week! Support the show 10% off LMN Software- https://lmncompany.partnerlinks.io/growinggreenpodcast Signup for our Newsletter- https://mailchi.mp/942ae158aff5/newsletter-signup Book A Consult Call- https://stan.store/Gro...

Reach Out Via Text! Listen in today we we hear John F Kennedy read our Declaration of Independence in an effort to never forget the foundation of our great nation. It is our duty to honor and protect it so we are allowed to continue making content like this show and growing our own businesses. Take time this weekend to just remember what the holiday means! Support the show 10% off LMN Software- ht...

Reach Out Via Text! In todays episode, I run through an article from Green Industry Pros discussing the differences in stand on vs. sit down zero turns. This is a popular topic right now as guys and girls grow their businesses and decide on which way to take their fleets. I share my opinion and experience with them both over the last six years. We also have a very special guest join to share some...

Reach Out Via Text! In todays show Savannah and I discuss the topics I recently spoke to our Sunday School class about regarding to nurturing a marriage. We also go into discussion about getting into counseling/coaching before you hit a downward spiral. We are all trying to get better and be better for each other especially if you're reading this so why not take the extra steps to equip your...

Reach Out Via Text! In today’s episode,  I walk through the importance of not letting other people's opinions shape your goals and future. Only you can decide your purpose here on earth and once you decide that, then you will see true clarity come through. Once you find that purpose, find a mentor or someone who can be fully invested in your situations and your life to help guide you along th...

Reach Out Via Text! In todays episode I walk through the growth plan for our company and the challenges we face ahead.  If you plan to grow, you must attack it with a plan and we are working ours out right now! It's an ever changing process, but just face it head on and know you have a community around you to support you through it! Support the show 10% off LMN Software- https://lmncompany.pa...

Reach Out Via Text! In todays episode, Savannah and I share about some new things happening in our life with her becoming a full time stay at home mom and adjusting to that schedule instead of 12 hr hospital shifts. We also discuss a big move we signed on this past weeek that I truly believe will help out production increase and allow us to book work much quicker with faster turn around time on es...

Reach Out Via Text! In todays fun Friday episode we share the mishap that happened this week while mowing. It was a good week of growth, but that never comes without challenges. As we continue to grow, we will make this event a key point to drill in to our team along the way in the importance of safety. Aside from the accident, we have been able to put our Kress Equipment to the true test this wee...