Jim's Podcast

#ASKJIM August 2025 training replay with CEO, Jim Penman and CMO, Joel Kleber.

Jim Penman, founder of Jim’s Group, joins the Whatever It Takes podcast for a candid conversation on growing from a one-man lawn mowing operation to over 5,500 franchisees. Jim shares lessons on selling without selling, screening franchisees for success, and why ethics are non-negotiable in business. The discussion also dives into networking, AI’s role in franchising, and Jim’s unfiltered views on...

We caught up with Jacob from Jim's Window and Pressure Cleaning to talk about his business after we caught up with him couple of years ago! A great story with a lot of great business insights as well.

#ASKJIM from our July training with Jim's Group CEO, Jim Penman and CMO, Joel Kleber.

In just two months, Chris from WA has racked up 97 regular clients , serviced over 160 properties , and maintained a perfect 5-star rating with 43 reviews . How? By blending years of management and customer service with a hands-on approach to lawn care and even using AI-generated landscaping mockups to win jobs. Chris opens up about transitioning from employee to franchisee, his pricing strategy,...

After the tragic loss of his daughter, BJ Wallace didn’t retreathe built something extraordinary. In this deeply personal and energising episode, BJ shares how the lawn care community rallied behind him and helped launch what would become the Lawn & Land Expo , now one of the biggest contractor events in Australia. BJ dives into how robotic mowers , AI quoting tools are reshaping the industry....

Meet Warren, who shares his flying start to Jim's Mowing after 6 weeks! He tried being an independent first, then a rival franchise and then Jim's Mowing.

Aaron from Jim’s Handyman NZ shares why he swapped tools for freedom, how clients waited 12 months for him, and the real truth behind handyman work and franchise life. ⏱️Timestamps: 0:00 – Loving the lifestyle 2:00 – From builder to boss 4:00 – Decks to dog kennels 6:00 – Problem-solving daily 8:00 – The power of networking 10:00 – Turning up matters 12:00 – Building reputation & trust 14:00 –...

Emma from Jim's Group NZ, shares everything you need to know about being a Jim's Mowing franchisee in New Zealand. To learn more, call 0800 454 654 or www.jims.co.nz

Emma from Jim's Group NZ, shares everything you need to know about joining Jim's Cleaning in New Zealand! To learn more call 0800 454 654 or www.jims.co.nz

Interview with QLD franchisors, John and Sharon Clarke, about everything to do with owning a Jim's Mowing franchise and what is possible! Some great stories as well! To learn more call us on 131 546 or www.jims.net

Interview with Nathan Willason from Jim's Mowng Hahndorf about all things Jim's Mowing!

Meet Craig Smith, who shares a significant mental health initiative that he's driving in his community and the impact it has already made on people. Well done Craig! Learn more via https://www.matesincorporated.com.au/

After 25 years in healthcare, Glenn swapped radiation therapy for a mower and never looked back. In this episode, he explains why joining Jim’s Mowing gave him the flexibility, income, and purpose he never thought possible, plus what surprised him most about running his own business. To learn more, visit www.jims.net

Loads of great questions from our audience, and Jim answers all of them!

Cyril, a former farm manager, shares how joining Jim’s Mowing in late 2023 transformed his work-life balance, income, and future ambitions. Cyril reveals how the flat-fee model and team support made all the difference, from building trust with clients to expanding beyond mowing into design and odd jobs.

Interview with the CEO of the Franchise Council, Jayson Westbury, about the code reform and what the FCA has planned to help franchising in 2025. Learn more about the FCA at https://franchise.org.au/

#ASKJIM June 2025 Q & A replay with Jim's Group CEO, Jim Penman and Joel Kleber about all things Jim's. It covers business, life, science, Jim's plus a lot more. To learn more about Jim's, call 131 546 or www.jims.net

Mark ran a tiling business for 16 years until staffing challenges and a chat with his neighbour sparked a big change. Now 3 months into his Jim’s Mowing journey, he's inherited 65 clients, hit $3K+ in his first week, and rediscovered his passion for outdoor work. In this episode, he breaks down the pros and cons, upselling strategies, equipment upgrades, and the reality of managing a full work...

Jack left the warehouse grind behind and jumped into Jim’s Mowing with no clients, no technical background, and zero regrets. Just two months in, he’s tripled his income from week one, built a 5-star reputation, and shares the honest truths about quoting mistakes, managing customer expectations, and the power of working with a partner. If you're thinking about starting your own Jim’s business,...

Matt Watts went from running national retail chains to transforming Jim’s Mowing Western Victoria into a franchise powerhouse. In this in-depth chat, Matt shares how he rebuilt a struggling region, the traits that make a great franchisee, and how people from all walks of life are achieving financial and personal freedom through Jim’s Mowing. From scaling up to customer service, this is a must-watc...

Jack ditched his high-paying retail management job for a mower, some grit, and a shot at freedom. Now he's thriving in his Jim’s Mowing franchise in Deception Bay West, Queensland. In this episode, he breaks down how his sales skills gave him an edge, why he loves the work, how he handles objections, and the real value behind working under the Jim’s brand. If you're on the fence about join...

#ASKJIM Replay from our May, 2025 new franchisee training experience with Jim Penman and Joel Kleber.

Cam Scott, divisional franchisee of Jim’s Electrical, shares the honest truth about what it takes to succeed in this booming division. From the real cost to get started to the support that makes it all work, Cam covers everything you need to know—especially if you're an independent sparky feeling the pressure. If you’ve been thinking about joining Jim’s Electrical, or just want a better work-l...

#ASKJIM replay from our new franchisee training in April, 2025 with Jim Penman and Joel Kleber.