Growing Green Podcast

Reach Out Via Text! Ever wondered how to steer your small mowing crew to a full-scale landscaping operation? Join us as we navigate this landscape with Greyson Sawyer. We embark on an honest discussion about the highs, lows, and realities of running a landscaping business - from investing in mini excavators and dump trucks to securing our biggest jobs to date.  We don't shy away from the grit...

Reach Out Via Text! This is an entertaining show you dont want to miss. We discuss all of our recent travel mishaps and the bad luck we have had come our way. Through everything, we stick together and keep pushing forward toward our end goal. Our relationship honestly grows through the adversity and only makes us stronger for the future. Enjoy listening to all of our mishaps and even a Pet Peeve P...

Reach Out Via Text! In today’s episode, we discussed the importance of having a learn versus lost mentality. When a failure happens, it is crucial how we respond to that failure. If we decide to let that failure define us and not learn anything from the mistake, we will only continue make the same mistake in the future. Along with this mentality, you must realize that no one is going to give you a...

Reach Out Via Text! Ever wondered how a passion for music can inspire success in the world of entrepreneurship? We sat down with Blake from Elite Lawn and Landscape, who shared his fascinating journey from playing music in Northeast Arkansas to building a thriving lawn care business. His story is a testament to the power of following your dreams and staying open to new opportunities. In this engag...

Reach Out Via Text! Join us live from Las Vegas for today’s episode where we discuss our processes and plans for improving our time management. Savannah and I walk through our personal situation and try to give some insight on how we can improve moving forward. The principles we discuss can be implemented in many different scenarios so I believe you can receive some great value from todays show! S...

Reach Out Via Text! Are you struggling with the challenges of running a successful business? Join us as we chat with Eric Hill from Fayark and uncover the secrets behind his company's transition from residential service to commercial service, as well as the importance of finding the right people and building a solid team culture. We also dive into the process of expanding to larger landscape...

Reach Out Via Text! Starting a business comes with its fair share of challenges, but when you're just 21 years old and already the owner of a million-dollar company, your experience is anything but ordinary. Join us as we chat with our young entrepreneur guest, Eric Hill of Fayark, about his incredible journey from a small landscaping operation to a thriving, debt-free business offering a var...

Reach Out Via Text! Ever found yourself feeling under the weather while juggling the responsibilities of running a business and maintaining a healthy marriage? Join Savannah and me as we power through colds and share  how our vastly different upbringings have shaped our mindsets on finances, career, and family. Support the show 10% off LMN Software- https://lmncompany.partnerlinks.io/growinggreenp...

Reach Out Via Text! Discover the journey of transforming a small lawn care business into a thriving full design, build, and maintain company as we chat with Jamie Feie from Supreme Scapes. Jamie shares the incredible growth his business has experienced over the last two years, including expanding into lavish outdoor hardscape projects and the importance of building relationships within the green i...

Reach Out Via Text! Ever wondered how to take your lawn care business from a small start-up to a thriving enterprise? Listen in as we chat with Sam Stevenson from Shoals Lawn Care, who shares his inspiring journey and the secrets to his incredible success in just a couple years. We delve into the power of connecting with other business owners, learning from their experiences, and growing together...

Reach Out Via Text! In today’s episode, Savannah and I reflect on 3 years of marriage and some of the things we have gone through along the way. We have been blessed with an amazing life and can’t wait to continue to share it with you all in the future. Be intentional, lover big, and keep pressing towards your goals everyday and you’ll achieve the life you deserve! Support the show 10% off LMN Sof...

Reach Out Via Text! In today’s episode, I’ll take you along with us as we go through a day in the life of a business, owner and entrepreneur who is building a lawn and landscape company. We discuss a wide variety of things on this show, and today we dive into the power of machinery, and doing things right the first time I hope you enjoy the show! Support the show 10% off LMN Software- https://lmnc...

Reach Out Via Text! In today’s episode, we’re joined by Jonathan to hear his story of starting his lawn business 2 years ago. He has grown his business significantly since going full time, but isn’t close to being done. It’s great to hear from Jon about how he is taking steps in the beginning to really make his business the most efficient and profitable as possible! Connect with us below: Jon’s In...

Reach Out Via Text! In today’s episode, Savannah and I recap Together In The Trades 2022 in Nashville. We are re-releasing this episode in hopes of you hearing what an awesome time you have at this event, and snagging your ticket before time runs out. We are celebrating our third year of marriage, and we plan to attend this conference forever. Enjoy hearing about some of the funny stories and grea...

Reach Out Via Text! In today’s episode, Caleb returns to the show to dive into one of his most popular phrases- ‘tempus fugit’.  When you hear those two words the first thing you may think is “what does that mean?”. Well it’s pretty simple, but packs a deep meaning. ‘Time Flies’ is the English transition for the Latin phrase. Tune in to hear how you should always consider this short phrase in ever...

Reach Out Via Text! In today’s episode, we discuss the importance of being realizing how blessed we are  to be the entrepreneurs that many of us are. Along with being thankful for the opportunity, we must realize it’s our duty to give back and help empower the next generation. You don’t have to be “qualified” or “professional” you just need to be genuine and looking to help someone else. We have a...

Reach Out Via Text! In today’s episode, Savannah and I reminisce over the last year of doing our Marriage Monday series. We have been blessed to have so many great conversations and have been able to build some amazing  friendships. We are so thankful for each one of you that listens in and supports the show, without you it wouldn’t be possible! Tune in to hear some funny stories that have happene...

Reach Out Via Text! In today’s show, we just have a real conversation about improving areas in your business. Qualifying your customers is one of the most crucial things in your business, yet many people still struggle with this. As your business grows it is imperative that you use your time wisely and don't waste it. From the very beginning of the sales process you must make sure you’re qual...

Reach Out Via Text! In today’s show, David Romanoff joins us to share about his lawn and landscaping company. David has grown Evergreen to reaching 1 million in sales this year and having 10 employees. That in and of itself is no small achievement, yet David isn’t done! Tune in to hear his awesome story of growth the last five years!  Support the show 10% off LMN Software- https://lmncompany.partn...

Reach Out Via Text! In today's show, we discuss some fun updates going on in our life as well as some challenges we have been facing in the business. We share some of the current struggles of hiring employees in an effort to help shed some light on areas you can be focusing on in the beginning stages to help attract and maintain quality team members long term. We also find out that apparently...

Reach Out Via Text! In today’s show, we are joined by Austin Douglas, an expert in horticulture and tree care, to discuss two common problems that can harm trees: Poison Ivy and girdling tree roots. Poison Ivy is a pesky vine that can quickly take over a tree and cause damage, while girdling roots can slowly choke off a tree's nutrient and water supply. Austin will share his insights on how t...

Reach Out Via Text! In today’s show, Jose joins us to share his story of starting his landscaping company with his friend in highschool. Jose has also used debt to leverage his company withe new machinery that is constantly helping make things  more efficient and easier on his team. There are some great life stories in here that I believe everyone can learn from! Connect with us below: JJlandworks...

Reach Out Via Text! in today’s show, we give a quick update on how our journey through 75 Hard is going, as well as discuss some areas of crucial communication to help negate resentment from your spouse or family. It’s so important that we discuss with our spouses what the purpose of us working late or leaving early, or whatever your situation is. If our family doesn’t see and follow the same visi...

Reach Out Via Text! In today’s show, Savannah and I share the full story regarding the hand injury that I experienced two years ago today. This was a very trying time for our business, but grew us exponentially. We learn to delegate faster than we would have, and realized we must build a business that can operate without me there. Remember,  always prepare for the worst and hope for the best. Conn...

Reach Out Via Text! In today’s episode, Jesse joins us for an episode to fill us in on his business journey over the last few years. Weidner Landscape Solutions is now focusing on landscaping solely and taking their work to the highest level possible. With bigger jobs comes bigger machinery and added cost of doing business. We dive in to to that in this conversation where we discuss the equipment...