Mike Andes

Home Service Millionaire with Mike Andes

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The No.1 Home Service Podcast where Mike Andes, founder of Augusta Lawn Care Services Franchise, Pay for Performance, and Homeworks CRM, shares invaluable insights into growing a profitable home service business. Whether you're a seasoned entrepreneur or just starting out, Mike dives into the nitty-gritty of what it takes to succeed in the home service industry. With his wealth of experience and expertise, Mike answers your burning questions, provides actionable strategies, and offers practical advice to help you achieve your business goals. Tune in to Home Service Millionaire and unlock the s...

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Q&A: How to Motivate Lawn Care Employees and BOOK OUT Projects! 19.06.2020 21:41

This Q&A session is packed with tidbits of information on growing your lawn care business and Team culture. Watch the Video: https://youtu.be/Q2JrZVrgKzc

Steps to Build a $1M+ Lawn Care Business... and WHY Most Fail! 14.06.2020 20:09

I take to the whiteboard today to explain the 5 stages for growth in a lawn care business. Learn about the profit % associated with each stage and why many landscapers give up.

Q&A - Credit Cards, Selling Commercial Contracts, Off-Season Work and MORE! 13.06.2020 38:07

Q&A directly from landscape business owners. Text "landscaping" to 8555751267 to submit your question next time! Watch this Episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/RluiXEgKhuU

I Feel Like Quitting! OVERWHELMED! | Zoom Consulting Call 09.06.2020 55:13

Here is a Zoom call I had with Mark Hansen. His business is struggling and having a negative impact on his personal life.... Can we figure out what the problem is? Is the business salvageable? Watch the Video: https://youtu.be/3IlXZtZOsZs

EVERY Landscaper Needs to Know This.... ONE THING TO BECOME SUCCESSFUL! 25.05.2020 14:36

I have worked with hundreds of lawn care businesses... here is the one common theme that differentiates the WINNERS and the LOSERS. Watch the Video: https://youtu.be/cSPW_NDRA2s

Q&A: We Followed a Mowing Crew... They Were SLEEPING! 22.05.2020 31:03

In this video I show a lawn care crew working hard.... I mean hardly working! This crew was asleep in their truck for 2+ hours... HOW IS THIS POSSIBLE!? Watch the Video: https://youtu.be/NXl3nbWMf8c

3 Step Marketing Funnel: How Much Should You Spend on Ads? 18.05.2020 13:35

Click, Lead, Customer.... those are the three steps of getting a person INTO your marketing funnel. How much should you pay for a CLICK? How much should you pay for a LEAD? How much should you pay for a CUSTOMER? Watch the Video: https://youtu.be/eIhWVsdVn-c

Growing Your Landscape Business TOO FAST? How to Fix It! 14.05.2020 6:05

There is a point where you can grow your lawn care business TOO FAST... where you have leads pouring in but not enough capital to hire employees and buy more equipment. Watch The Video: https://youtu.be/v6WYD9QqZEM

How to Grow Your Lawn Care Business WITHOUT MONEY! 14.05.2020 11:54

The hardest part of growing a businesses is affording another employee or crew when you are just getting started. Here is some guidance to grow the business if you are cash-strapped. Watch the Video: https://youtu.be/chMXIgN_SF4

How Much Should You Pay Lawn Care Employees? (P4P for Small-Sized Biz) 12.05.2020 22:18

In this video I explain the importance of implementing a P4P (Pay For Performance) system .... even when you only have 1-2 employees and are just starting out. Watch the Video: https://youtu.be/RuOVc9STQQE

Q&A at the Office: What is the Best Lawn Care CRM Software? (YELLOW SLIPS!) 02.05.2020 49:04

In this video, I answered some questions on Facebook Live and showed you around the office. We talk about CRM software, yellow slips, and your mindset for growth... as this Augusta office had its best April ever! Watch the Video: https://youtu.be/058eI68dm8k

Hardscaping Projects VS Lawn Care Maintenance! | Owner, Manager, Estimator, Team Discussion 27.04.2020 55:54

This is a round table discussion with me and members of my Team.... about growing your lawn care business into projects and hardscaping. Watch the Video: https://youtu.be/2jqVGQIwd5s

Q&A: Best Way to Make Your Lawn Care Business More EFFICIENT! 24.04.2020 36:12

This Q&A session includes the #1 way to become more efficient and profitable in your landscaping business. Watch This Episode: https://youtu.be/82scKfNPEZQ

Do NOT Compare Yourself to Lawn Care YouTubers... HERE'S WHY! 23.04.2020 34:35

This is a rapid fire Q&A session with some NEW and INTERESTING questions! Watch This Video: https://youtu.be/SZ3k-o3yum0

Debate With Manager: Should You Have Trailers for Mowing Routes? 20.04.2020 48:06

Mike and Liz debate the pros and cons of using trailer-less setups for your mowing routes. Watch the Video: https://youtu.be/6ULLqhVweQE

WE SELL TIME! | Marketing Tip for Lawn Care Businesses 17.04.2020 5:38

We don't sell stripes, trimmed bushes, or weed-free flowerbeds! WE SELL TIME! Watch the Video: https://youtu.be/sfP1Cdhirxk

How Much Money Does It Takes to START a Lawn Care Business?! 16.04.2020 18:32

This video goes through the costs of starting a lawn care business... line item by line item. Watch the Video: https://youtu.be/7NMHaQA9Cuk

Video: BEST Landscape Tools and Equipment to Save You Time and Money in Your Lawn Care Business 15.04.2020 15:40

Watch this video: https://youtu.be/ggvfSLy24Hk In this video, I show you some of our favorite tools and equipment at the original Augusta Lawn Care shop.

How to Price Lawn Care, Mowing and Landscaping Jobs (IMPORTANT) 14.04.2020 10:23

Here are four things you must consider when creating your pricing strategy for your lawn care, mowing, or landscaping jobs.

ESTIMATES: 5 Ways to SELL More Landscaping Jobs! 13.04.2020 6:16

Here are 5 things you should be doing on your landscaping estimates to sell more jobs. Watch the Video: https://youtu.be/1FbehzmW3WA

Stories From When I Was a Solo-Operator and Just Starting 10.04.2020 16:46

Getting your landscape business is hard work. It isn't glamorous or "cool"... Today I share some of my experiences when I was just getting started. Watch the Video: https://youtu.be/2ZePqRAKcMI

Q&A - Is Lawn Care an "Essential Service"? 08.04.2020 22:12

Lots of questions today about hiring, marketing, and how to grow during this Spring when we are under "Stay at Home" orders. Watch the Video: https://youtu.be/bDjSIcOEtks

How to Grow a Lawn Care Business $0 to $1M in 3 Years 07.04.2020 19:30

Investing back in your business is a cliche almost in our industry... but what does that really mean and how does it affect the growth trajectory of your business? How can you use marketing to scale your business quickly? Watch the Video of this Episode: https://youtu.be/wLkb2IOOJfw

Should You Allow Smoking at Your Lawn Care Business? 30.03.2020 9:08

Here are my thoughts on creating a "no smoking" policy at your business. It isn't easy but the level of professionalism and efficiency will increase dramatically. Watch the Video of this Episode: https://youtu.be/6-CEYzV9ABA LAWN CARE FRANCHISE: https://www. AugustaLawnCareServices.com/franchise

KEYNOTE: Double Your Business DURING the Recession 29.03.2020 38:23

This is a keynote from Landscape Summit 2019. I talked about how to prepare for a recession and how to TAKE ADVANTAGE during economic contraction. Watch the Video of this Episode: https://youtu.be/vAX5BxC9UBE LAWN CARE FRANCHISE: https://www. AugustaLawnCareServices.com/franchise