Growing Green Podcast

Reach Out Via Text! In today's episode we get to sit down with Chase from John Deere to hear about their awesome new line of Quicktraks coming in 2024, along with a plethora of other details about the commercial Z series mowers. Having a good commercial mower is one of the most important things in growing your lawn maintenance business, and we want to tell you about some great ones! Hear this...

Reach Out Via Text! In today's show, we go over the highlights and crazy schedule of Equip 2023. This was Savannah's first time to the show, so it was great getting to show her everything and also have her be able to meet so many of you! We are so thankful for each and every one who came up and said hello and mentioned the podcast. We enjoy getting to bring you all everything we have and...

Reach Out Via Text! In today's episode, we get to chat with Sam Fink who is running an awesome lawncare company in Wisconsin. He started as a young kid, and has since grown his company through his high school years. This is a true story of a young entrepreneurship journey that should inspire anyone who is looking to grow a business and build a lifestyle you desire. Thanks of John Deere for ho...

Reach Out Via Text! In today's show, Ezra Mcarthy joins the show to share about several action steps we can take to help increase our leads. Lead flow is one of the toughest areas of business and I know it can be a pain point for many of us. Throughout this show we discuss many action steps that you can take to get good leads in the door. Having a direct referral partner can be crucial for yo...

Reach Out Via Text! In today's show Savannah and I just get you caught up to date on where we've been and what's been going on in our world. It has been a crazy few weeks from battling sickness to resetting our ground zero to focus in on our future of business going forward. We are working hard to get things dialed in for our future growth of the companies and we want to make sure a...

Reach Out Via Text! In today's episode we are joined by Ricky Rodrigez out of South Florida. Ricky has a unique story of starting his business over 10 years ago because he was simply tired of being lazy. He openly shares about his startup and things he's learned throughout his journey! Lots of nuggets dropped in this one. Enjoy the show! Support the show 10% off LMN Software- https://lmn...

Reach Out Via Text! In today's episode I go into principles I'm working on to help myself create a more positive and upbeat attitude in my everyday life. If we as business owners are dragging and moping around our team or our family, then how do you think they will act? We are put in places of leadership for a reason so we have to rise to the challenge to make the days we have here the b...

Reach Out Via Text! In today's show, I dive into turning your business into being more efficient. I don't go in to detail specific things to do, but cover the broad things I believe are crucial. If you can make the decision to start, then I believe your future can be whatever you desire. The most common mistake I see is people not believing that it't their fault things aren't o...

Reach Out Via Text! In today's episode, we are honored to have Phillip on to discuss his journey of growing his business to 100k in revenue. We all know bottom line is what matters, but you can't have a bottom line without a top line. Setting revenue goals is big in your business journey and Phillip did that and crushed the goal. Now he really starts to dial in on profit and setting his...

Reach Out Via Text! In today’s episode we have Dylan and Jordan Stephenson join us all the way from Ohio to share about their journey through a massive lifestyle change. They decided to both change careers within 2 weeks of each other, with Dylan deciding to go full time in his lawn and landscape company that had been a side hustle for a few years prior. The transformational journey they have been...

Reach Out Via Text! In today's episode, Evan joins us to share about his business growth and restructure over the past few years. Pride Hardscape are to a 2.5 million dollar company before Evan ultimately realized the business wasn't as efficient and profitable as it should be. After re-evaluating his situation and making some key changes from staffing to software, Pride has now downsize...

Reach Out Via Text! It's finally here, Equip is just 3 weeks away and you don't want to miss it. With this being a top 20 trade show in all of North America, it's safe to say you should probably be prepared. In this episode I walk through our plan for the trade show and some practical advice on things to do while attending to help give you the best experience possible. We look forwa...

Reach Out Via Text! In today's shoe we discuss some of our life lately as far as growing Brighter Bins and bringing Savannah into both businesses more often. Jack also decided to take his first steps this week which was awesome to see and document. We are so thankful for you following along with us on our journey that we are sharing through the podcast. Even when our content varies from busin...

Reach Out Via Text! In today's episode we talk some can cleaning. Chris, has grown Happy Cans into a thriving business and is a wealth of knowledge when it comes to entrepreneurship. He also founded My Service Area which is a software to help filter out leads that's aren't in your service area to save time for both you and the customer. Listen how Chris had grown his can cleaning co...

Reach Out Via Text! This is our longest show to date and it is with good reason. This podcast episode goes allll over the place, but the principles we talk about in this one can legitimately turn your business around if you take the appropriate action. This is 2 hours that you won't regret spending on bettering yourself along with some great comedy along the way. Just when you think we turn o...

Reach Out Via Text! In today's episode, we discuss the importance of defining what quality time looks like in your relationship. This is an area that we have worked on and grown in within the last 3 years from simply having clear communication about what the we each need and how we look at quality time. Our definitions have adapted and molded into our lifestyle better now, which definitely he...

Reach Out Via Text! In today's episode we are joined by Brenden Beals From Beals Lawn Services in Ohio. Brenden is a young 21 yr. old entrepreneur who has tripled his business in the last couple of years. From being in highschool everyday to now running multiple crews, Brenden has a unique story that could really help young business owners and help relate to their other young entrepreneurs. W...

Reach Out Via Text! In today'a show, we talk about being one step ahead in business. It's crucial that we are constantSy looking ahead to the next season both in life and business. We must realize times are constantly changing and we must adapt and plan ahead for the next years challenges. By having a good plan together in advance, you are offered the freedom to just worry about selling...

Reach Out Via Text! In today's episode, we talk about our tenure as parents. Savannah and I are blessed to have watched our son, Jack turn 1 year old this past week. The last year has had its ups and downs, but the overwhelming majority has been spent in awe of the blessing of our first child. We are still so new in the journey, and realize we have a long way to go, but we want to talk about...

Reach Out Via Text! Christmas light season is right around the corner whether you believe it or not. As business owners we have to be steps head of our competition and the seasons ahead. We should always be looking 3-5 months in advance at what's to come and how we can prepare. This is our first of many Christmas light episodes to come this season and I hope it brings some value to get you mo...

Reach Out Via Text! In today's show, I get on a soapbox about the importance of continuously working to have a business that isn't a joke. Stick through the entirety of the show to hear exactly what I mean, and realize I have no intentions of talking down about what anyone has going on. I simply want you to check in with your business and give it a grade of whether you would open all the...

Reach Out Via Text! In today's episode, Savannah and I share some of what we have going on and the decisions we have to make about our future business and home life. We discuss our housing/shop situation and try try to relate to others who have gone through this process. We appreciate the feedback and ability to be able to share these things along our journey and look forward to helping many...

Reach Out Via Text! In today's show, we are joined by Solomon Pyles to share about his first year in business. It's easy to forget these times in business when you get to year 2,3,4, etc... I believe it's crucial to talk about this stage of business  to help encourage and guide guys like Solomon in the early stages of business. Never forget where you came from and the steps along th...

Reach Out Via Text! In today's show we are joined by Joey and Megan Coberly, The Landscaping Bookkeepers. Joey and Megan handle our business books and have a true passion for helping other entrepreneurs in the green industry get a handler on their finances. Having clean books, and knowing how to read them are some of the most important factors in running a successful business and with The Lan...

Reach Out Via Text! In today's show Savannah and I discuss the process of her joining me in our journey of entrepreneurship by taking on more roles in our companies. This transition period is one we have been working toward for years, and it is so exciting that it's finally upon us. We know this stage of life and business won't come without its challenges, but we are ready to face t...