Wayne Volz (Turf's Up Radio)

Landscaping Profits Unlimited Podcast

Business EN ↓ 328 episodes

This podcast series is for the lawn and landscape and snow and ice management business owner that wants to become more successful and profitable. I don't pretend to know it all but I do have 40 years of experience in the industry and I want to pass some of that knowledge, wisdom, and experience on to you. Our weekly podcast covers everything from how to figure out what to charge to why you need to be insured and much much more.

Author

Wayne Volz (Turf's Up Radio)

Episodes

What a Bank Looks for in a Lawn &Landscape Business, PPP and MORE w/ Bank Area Manager Ben Allgeier 15.01.2021 15:03

Guest, Ben Allgeier, comes on the podcast and talks about the relationship between a bank and a lawn & landscape business. We discuss what a bank is looking for in a business, how to set up your business to look good to a bank, PPP, and a lot MORE! Find us on IG @profits.unlimited Subscribe to Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, YouTube, and anywhere else you listen to podcasts.

Prepays DO Work 14.01.2021 1:13

We are HUGE fans of offer a prepay option because we know that it works! It is great for more than just the most obvious reason! Listen and consider doing prepays in your business! Subscribe to Profits Unlimited Podcast on YouTube and anywhere else you listen to podcasts. For more Green Industry podcasts, blogs, products, and consulting, visit our site profitsareus.com Find us on Instagram @profit...

2021 Snow: "Are You Going Out?" 13.01.2021 4:46

I talk about our most recent snow event and the first one of 2021, how we try to get it to snow, weather, and social media. Subscribe to Profits Unlimited Podcast on YouTube and anywhere else you listen to podcasts. For more Green Industry podcasts, blogs, products, and resources, check out profitsareus.com Find us on Instagram @profits.unlimited Find us on Facebook Find us on TikTok Check us out...

Raising Prices: More Work isn't Always the Answer 12.01.2021 1:47

We talk about the topic of raising prices and why it's so important. Subscribe to the Profits Unlimited Podcast anywhere you listen to podcasts and YouTube! For more Green Industry podcasts, blogs, proudcts and consulting check out profitsareus.com To listen to our LIVE show from 10am-11am every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday called Profit Time, tune in to Turf's Up Radio by going to turfsupradio.c...

The Importance of Role Play in Selling 05.01.2021 4:39

The importance of role playing in selling is huge. It puts you into the situation without the fear of losing the sell. It prepares you for all the different situations you may find yourself in with a potential client. Check out this short podcast on why I think every small business owners (GREEN INDUSTRY INCLUDED) should practice, practice, practice! Subscribe, like, and comment! Find Profits Unli...

Most Important Thing in Selling 30.12.2020 4:54

Selling is something every small business owner should be good at. Selling WILL take your business to the next level, if you have the skills necessary. In this short episode, I talk about a few important aspects of selling and what I consider the most important aspect of selling. Listen to the Profits Unlimited Podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube and anywhere else you listen to podcasts an...

We Need HOURS, Not DAYS of Work 29.12.2020 2:48

In the world of snow and ice management, we need HOURS not days of work.. This means we can be really picky on who we choose to work for and go after top-tier, top-paying customers who value the service at the highest level. Check out this episode for more. Find us on IG @profits.unlimited for more content. Check us out on Facebook! Find us online at profitsareus.com for more content, product, and...

Know Why You Charge What You Charge 28.12.2020 5:10

Accurate and profitable is one of the biggest weak points for the Green Industry. We know how to mow and landscape, but making a profit is challenging and it comes down to not knowing why you charge what you charge. We often get on social media and ask others, ask our clients, or use a standard, but these are all 100% WRONG! Here is how to bid a job and MAKE A PROFIT 100% guaranteed! Find our Know...

How NOT to Bid a Commercial Job (Social Media Response) 27.12.2020 5:17

This is a TERRIBLE social media post that I had to address. Find us on IG @profits.unlimited and Facebook by searching Profits Unlimited for more great content! Find us online at profitsareus.com Give us a call at 800-845-0499

Pick a Lane in the Green Industry 25.12.2020 9:23

We often find ourselves switching lanes within our business in so many aspects including client niches and services offered. It is important for you to pick a lane regardless of the industry you are in. This doesn't mean you can't try new things, it's all about balance. Listen to the Profits Unlimited Podcast anywhere you listen to podcasts and YouTube! Find us on IG @profits.unlimited and Faceboo...

"I paid $X and you were only here for 8 minutes?!" 24.12.2020 7:54

Some people have no idea how a business works and it's obvious when they ask why it costs so much when you are only there for 10 minutes or 20 minutes. This episode we talk about why that mindset is so bad for the green industry and not so bad for other industries. Subscribe anywhere you listen to podcasts and YouTube! Find us on IG @profits.unlimited Check out our website profitsareus.com Give us...

Perception of Your Business 23.12.2020 5:52

Check out this episode on marketing and advertising and how you build you business' perception and how you defend it. Subscribe on all podcast platforms and YouTube! Check us out on IG @profits.unlimited Check out our site profitsareus.com

Staying in Touch and Using Evaluations 21.12.2020 5:34

Communication is ESSENTIAL for keeping customers loyal and satisfied. Here are two ways to keep in touch! Try them and let us know if you have any questions! Give us a call at 800-845-0499 Find us on IG @profits.unlimited Find us online at profitsareus.com

Don't Give THIS as a Holiday Present to Customers 20.12.2020 2:51

There are lots of great ways to show your appreciation to customers, but THIS one is NOT A GOOD IDEA! Check out the episode to see what I'm talking about and make sure you are NOT doing this! SUBSCRIBE!! Find us on IG @profits.unlimited Find us online at profitsareus.com Give us a call at 800-845-0499

HUGE Unemployment Fraud in Kentucky 18.12.2020 3:23

At my lawn and landscape business, we have had numerous unemployment issues with some fraudulent activity. This is INSANE and should not go without some warning to other business owners. Be careful and keep an eye out on your mail from the unemployment office. SUBSCRIBE and listen anywhere you listen to podcasts! Find us on IG @profits.unlimited Find us online at profitsareus.com Give us a call at...

Interview w/.Erick Brehob of Mother Nature's Finest Nursery 16.12.2020 7:43

Check out this snippet of a great interview I had with Erick Brehob of Mother Nature's Finest "Best in the Midwest" Nursery! Find the full interview by going to Profit Time podcast and looking for the episode from December 9th 2020! Find us on IG @profits.unlimited Find us online at profitsareus.com

NO MORE INVOICES 15.12.2020 1:17

2 stories, one on a customer call in and one on social media. Listen to the Profits Unlimited Podcast anywhere you listen to podcasts and YouTube Find us on IG @profits.unlimited Find us on Facebook Find us online at profitsareus.com Give us a call at 800-845-0499

Respect Your Competitors! 14.12.2020 2:30

Just because other people are bad mouthing your competition doesn't mean you have to as well. If you find yourself doing this, STOP! Here is why... Listen anywhere you can listen to podcasts and YOUTUBE! Subscribe! Find us on IG @profits.unlimited and Facebook by searching Profits Unlimited! Find us online at profitsareus.com Give us a call at 800-845-0499

Dealing with Customer Property Damage 12.12.2020 1:32

Check out the episode and see how we handle this. None of us like when it happens, but it will happen and it's all about what you do after it happens. Listen and SUBSCRIBE!

Training and Education for Green Industry Pros 10.12.2020 5:05

Training and education are essential for long term success. If you don't get smarter at what you are and are not doing, somebody will and they will beat you. Check out the episode and subscribe!

Starting the Holiday Season and MORE! 01.12.2020 4:35

Just a quick little talk about the holiday season coming up! SUBSCRIBE anywhere you listen to podcasts and YOUTUBE!

Perceived Professional 28.11.2020 0:50

YOU should be the perceived professional, no way around it. SUBSCRIBE on YouTube, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and anywhere else you find podcasts! Find us on IG @profits.unlimited Find us on Facebook at Profits Unlimited Find us online at profitsareus.com Give us a call at 800-845-0499

Smiling on the Telephone and More Phone Techniques 27.11.2020 6:37

Don't neglect the impact that good phone skills can have on your business. It can really play a role in the professional image and reputation of your business. This episode I talk about a few techniques and reasons why you should work on how you answer and talk on the phone. SUBSCRIBE on Apple Podcasts, YouTube, Spotify, and anywhere else you listen to podcasts. Find us on Instagram @profits.unlim...

Do You Do Gutters? 26.11.2020 0:59

Often times, people think lawn services should do gutters, but that doesn't mean you should or shouldn't be doing them. Gutters are another thing in a lot of aspects so make sure you are set up to do this kind of work. It's more than just knowing how to do the work. Find us on IG @profits.unlimited and Facebook by searching Profits Unlimited Find us online at profitsareus.com Give us a call at 800...

Who's Running Your Business? Competition and Customers? 25.11.2020 5:33

For some reason. we in the Green Industry, let other people run our business. They may not phsyically be telling us what to do, how to do it, and when to do it, but we get influenced way to easily by EVERYONE else. YOU should be running your business! Check out why I think letting competition and clients run your business is a HUGE mistake. Find us on Instagram @profits.unlimited Find us online at...