Clint Adams

In the Car with Clint

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Clint Adams talks to you during his commute to work Monday to Friday. The idea is to give you daily updates so you can dive deeper into his business operations as they happen and hopefully pick up something beneficial along the way.

Author

Clint Adams

Category

Business

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Latest episode

Feb 7, 2024

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Episodes

When to start your own business?! 12.05.2023

In this episode, I tackle the question that I get asked all the time - When should you start your business? I share my thoughts and provide practical advice on how to know when you're ready to take the leap and become an entrepreneur. If you're thinking of starting your own business or have been wondering when is the right time to do so, then this video is for you. Episode #371

Is Craft Beer a Superpower? 11.05.2023

In this video, I talk about whether craft beer is a superpower like spinach for Popeye. As a business owner and manager, I think it's important to have an outlet for stress and pressure, and for me, that's drinking craft beer. It's also a great way to meet people and take a break from work. I believe that sprinkling in something else, like beer or music, can be a healthy way to get you...

LIV Golf destroying PGA? 26.04.2023

In today's In the Car with Clint, I discuss whether LIV Golf could potentially take over the PGA. Recently, LIV Golf has positioned itself as a more modern and innovative golf league that seeks to cater to a younger generation of golf fans and players. With unique features such as shorter rounds, music on the course, and more interactive fan experiences, LIV Golf has the potential to appeal to...

Celebrate Gracefully 24.04.2023

Join me in this episode of In the Car with Clint as I talk about celebrating wins gracefully, both in business and in life. As adults, we should be able to handle winning and losing better, and I share my thoughts on why it's important to celebrate wins privately and respect the feelings of those who have lost.

Supporting LIV Golf 2023! 21.04.2023

Hey guys, in today's Car with Clint, I'm excited to share with you our team's participation in the golf tournament here at the Grange Golf Club. We cooked breakfast for the golf course staff, volunteers, and employees as a thank-you for their support over the years. We believe that participating and connecting with others is key to personal growth and business success. So, if you have...

Every cloud has a silver lining 20.04.2023

In today's Car with Clint, I talk about the concept of finding the silver lining in every cloud. Through my personal experience of a soured business relationship, I share how it ultimately led me to start a successful business and make a new friend. I believe that every negative experience has a lesson or positive aspect that we can learn from. Join me in this discussion on finding positivity...

Go out there and participate! 17.04.2023

In today's Car with Clint, I talk about the importance of participation in business and how it can bring you profits. I share my insights from the SA Landscape Festival and how participation plays a role in connecting the community and showcasing the work of landscape designers and homeowners. Don't miss out on this valuable information and start participating today!

Repair your business! 17.04.2023

In today's Car with Clint, I compare running a business to owning and/or repairing a car and the benefits/negatives of each. #362

Money DOES buy happiness?? 14.04.2023

In today's In The Car with Clint, I talk about the importance of money in personal and business partnerships. I share my experience and insights on how a lack of money can reveal cracks in relationships, and the importance of having a minimum level of income to afford the basics. We also discuss whether or not money does in fact equal to happiness

How I lost $20,000 13.04.2023

In today's In the Car with Clint, I share a personal story about judging people and how it taught me an important lesson. You never know who you're talking to, and it's essential to treat everyone with kindness and respect.

Delegate tasks! 12.04.2023

In today's Car with Clint, I share a personal story about how I've been struggling with delegating tasks and the importance of doing so. I recently had a busy week and weekend of manual labor and warehouse work and found myself falling behind on important tasks for my business. I realised that I needed to delegate certain tasks to others in order to focus on more important and strategic wo...

People Buy from People - Relying on Technology 09.04.2023

In today's Car With Clint, I discuss the importance of building relationships in business and why relying solely on technology can be a trap. I share my experience of how my business was built on face-to-face relationships and how genuine gestures like a handwritten note or a phone call can make a huge difference. Join me in this video to learn why people buy from people and how building relat...

No Dicks Allowed 06.04.2023

In today's In The Car with Clint, I talk about the "no dicks allowed" rule in my business. I discuss the process of identifying people who are abusive or mean to my staff, and how we deal with them. I also explain the emotional metrics we use to determine whether someone is a "dick" or not and share some examples of how we execute this rule. Join me in the car as I share so...

Let's get back to basics! 06.04.2023

Join me in the car as I talk about the benefits of getting back to basics and uncovering massive opportunities. I share my experience of working in the warehouse and packing orders as a director, and how going back to the basics helped me find my focus again. In The Car With Clint #356

MIFGS 2023 Recap 04.04.2023

Today's In the Car with Clint I go over my trip to the Melbourne International Flower and Garden Show, 2023. On the first day we had a delayed flight, with a few long island iced teas, a gorgeous nighttime show experience then mingling throughout the night. The next day was the whole show, interviewing multiple talented designers and constructors and building new relationships with the team I...

Do I have enough money? 03.04.2023

In this video, I share my thoughts on the question "When is enough money enough?" and why I have set a goal of growing my business to $100 million. I explain that it's not really about the money for me but rather a personal scoreboard. Watch to find out more. #354

What Tech do I use? 30.03.2023

Join me in the car as I talk about my choice of technology. I've switched from an iPhone to various Android brands such as Samsung, Google, Huawei, and OPPO before settling on the Samsung S21 Ultra as my current phone of choice. I also discuss my computer preference for a Lenovo X1 Carbon and why I opt for the fastest option available. Tune in to learn more about my technology choices and why...

When will I retire? 29.03.2023

In this video, I reflect on the concept of retirement and share my opinion on the matter. In reality, just do what makes you happy, whether that involves retiring early or continuing to work. Business is one of the few things I love right now and don't plan on stopping anytime soon.

What if I catch my staff using ChatGPT? 28.03.2023

In this episode of In the Car with Clint, I tackle the question of whether it's ethical to use artificial intelligence, like ChatGPT, to improve your work. My opinion? It doesn't matter. We've always looked for ways to improve the way we do things, and AI is just the next tool. We're already using ChatGPT to write and make images, so why not use it to save time on tasks like prepar...

Why Owning Your Brand is Key to Long-Term Success in Business 28.03.2023

In today's Car with Clint, I share my tips for making your business stand out in a crowded market and become more profitable. As the owner of three different companies, including a fertilizer business called LawnHub, I know firsthand the importance of owning your brand and investing in marketing to build brand recognition. If you're looking to take your business to the next level, this vid...

Values over Skills 27.03.2023

In today's Car with Clint, I discuss why values matter more than skills in today's fast-paced world. With the rise of the internet and artificial intelligence, skills can be easily taught, but values cannot. I share how I hire people based on our company's values and the impact it has had on our staff turnover and human resource requirements. #349 Thanks for taking the time to check ou...

The Startup Mentality 24.03.2023

In this episode of In the Car with Clint, I discuss the idea of a perpetual startup and the importance of maintaining the startup mentality even as a business grows. As businesses become larger and more established, they can become complacent and lose the nimbleness and hunger that they had in the beginning. Join me in exploring how we can continuously remind ourselves to remain hungry and focused...

Are you feeling lost? Listen to this. 23.03.2023

In today's Car with Clint, I'm going to be sharing some of my thoughts on navigating periods of feeling lost in business. As entrepreneurs, we all experience ups and downs, and sometimes it can feel overwhelming. But I've found that going back to basics can be incredibly grounding and helpful in these moments. Join me as I discuss my personal experience with this and share some tips on...

Follow up! Make sales! 22.03.2023

Join me in the car as I discuss the importance of follow-up when it comes to sales and building a successful business. In this video, I share my recent experience of meeting with customers and the importance of following up with them after presenting an offer or closing a sale. I also explain how follow-up can provide valuable insights into objections, concerns, and product faults, which can help...

Start asking yourself why! 21.03.2023

In this video, Clint talks about the importance of asking why in your life and work. He shares his experience of strategic planning with a consultant and how it helped him ask important questions about why they do things and the supporting evidence behind it. Clint also touches upon an interesting insight from a landscaping podcast about doing work that you want to do versus chasing money. #345

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