Nick Carlson & Kyle Parks
Life in the Fastlane
Nick Carlson, CEO and Founder of Dawson Manufacturing, shares experiences from his racecar career to owning a multi-million-dollar landscaping company out of Maryland. CTO Kyle Parks, owner of Scarlet Oak Landscaping offers insight with his company as well as asks the peoples questions for Nick to answer. The two also talk about life amongst themselves and with guests on the show. Welcome to ”The Life in the Fast Lane Podcast”.
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Nick Carlson & Kyle Parks
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Latest episode
Mar 21, 2025
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Episodes
019. Be Obsessive! 11.12.2023 41:19
Nick and Kyle talk about being obsessive to win. Being obsessive is a good thing not a bad one. It gives you the drive to get to your goals. It feeds your hunger to be 1% better. It pushes you to new levels. It allows you to WIN in life and business. Check out our products at: www.mulchmateusa.com Check us out on YouTube: Mulch Mate Dawson MFG - YouTube Check out our Instagrams: MulchMateUSA, K...
018. Do More with Less 08.12.2023 52:04
Nick and Kyle Talk about running a company mean and lean to accomplish your goals. It's not about having all the flashy toys and doodads, it's about maximizing what you have and using it to its limits and the best of your ability. The best example is hiring 2 guys over buying a Mulch Mate (our flagship product) the Mulch Mate allows one person to do the work of two in less time. Check out our p...
017. What is Separation Season? 06.12.2023 49:36
Nick and Kyle talk about how people become distant during the holidays and let of the throttle. This is the best time to push a little harder and get ahead of the game is right now. When people are taking off and taking a vacation, digging just a little deeper to push the company or you further is the best way to WIN. Check out our products at: www.mulchmateusa.com Check us out on YouTube: Mulc...
016. How to create your Momentum. 04.12.2023 46:21
Are you a car, truck or train when it comes to momentum in your life. See what Nick and Kyle talk about when it comes to putting in the little effort in life, relationships and event business. Check out our products at: www.mulchmateusa.com Check us out on YouTube: Mulch Mate Dawson MFG - YouTube Check out our Instagrams: MulchMateUSA, KartMateUSA and DawsonMfg Email us Questions: heyfastlane@g...
015. Success is your best Revenge! 01.12.2023 48:30
Revenge is best served on a silver platter of success. Don't waste the energy in beating others down, use that energy to best yourself. Check out our products at: www.mulchmateusa.com Check us out on YouTube: Mulch Mate Dawson MFG - YouTube Check out our Instagrams: MulchMateUSA, KartMateUSA and DawsonMfg Email us Questions: heyfastlane@gmail.com Nicks Coaching Program: #TeamMulchMate (mulchmat...
014. Kick the B*tch Voice! 29.11.2023 54:05
Nick and Kyle go down a path they visit everyday. We all struggle with wanting to get out of bed on time, and hitting the snooze button, or even when you don't feel 100% maybe call in sick to work. Kick that voice in your head to the side and beat it. Choose to WIN! Check out our products at: www.mulchmateusa.com Check us out on YouTube: Mulch Mate Dawson MFG - YouTube Check out our Instagrams:...
013. Time to face the Competiton. 27.11.2023 55:02
Facing competition can be challenging, especially when they are winning. See Nick and Kyles thoughts on how competition can actually excel you into winning in your business. All competition is, is the path to winning, so know your competition. Check out our products at: www.mulchmateusa.com Check us out on YouTube: Mulch Mate Dawson MFG - YouTube Check out our Instagrams: MulchMateUSA, KartMate...
012. Enjoy the Fails. 24.11.2023 1:02:25
Nick and Kyle talk about the secret as to why failure can actually be the best thing to ever happen to an individual. Failing allows for lessons to be learned with a positive outlook and a new solution. The definition to insanity is doing the same thing over and over expecting different results. Check out our products at: www.mulchmateusa.com Check us out on YouTube: Mulch Mate Dawson MFG - You...
011. Happy Thanksgiving 23.11.2023 1:17:44
This might be a longer podcast but Nick and Kyle have a lot to be thankful for and you are one of them. Be sure to practice gratitude this holiday season with your family. Check out our products at: www.mulchmateusa.com Check us out on YouTube: Mulch Mate Dawson MFG - YouTube Check out our Instagrams: MulchMateUSA, KartMateUSA and DawsonMfg Email us Questions: heyfastlane@gmail.com Nicks Coachi...
010. What your team really needs to tell you! 22.11.2023 1:13:35
Nick and Kyle talk about team mental health and why PTO is actually a good thing in a company. Your team can't run 24/7 like you the owner might be able to, sometimes you need to see reality for or with them as well as yourself to not damage relationships around you. "You are only as strong as your weakest link". Check out our products at: www.mulchmateusa.com Check us out on YouTube: Mulch Mate...
09.The story behind 09!! 20.11.2023 58:51
Kyle and Nick talk about making sure you are doing what his best for you. Life tends to throw some crazy things at you like dejavu and events meant to challenge you. Learn to embrace them and become the best self you can. Check out our products at: www.mulchmateusa.com Check us out on YouTube: Mulch Mate Dawson MFG - YouTube Check out our Instagrams: MulchMateUSA, KartMateUSA and DawsonMfg Emai...
08. Color Wheel! 17.11.2023 1:04:30
Nick and Kyle talk about the psychology of marketing because when it comes to catching someone's attention there are a few things you want to look out for. Font styles, colors, designs, all have something to play in marketing and branding. Check out our products at: www.mulchmateusa.com Check us out on YouTube: Mulch Mate Dawson MFG - YouTube Check out our Instagrams: MulchMateUSA, KartMateUSA an...
07. 100lbs LOST! 15.11.2023 1:06:11
Nick speaks out about his health journey from 350lbs to 225lbs. It took a lot of discipline, and mental toughness to reach his goal. Learn his theories and methods of madness. Check out our products at: www.mulchmateusa.com Check us out on YouTube: Mulch Mate Dawson MFG - YouTube Check out our Instagrams: MulchMateUSA, KartMateUSA and DawsonMfg Email us Questions: heyfastlane@gmail.com Nicks Co...
06. Don’t Wait Till Tomorrow, Do it TODAY! 13.11.2023 1:01:02
Nick explains why waiting till tomorrow is detrimental to a growing a company. Everyone says "Ill just do it tomorrow" and all we are doing to ourselves is compounding the amount of work for the next day. Do it TODAY! Check out our products at: www.mulchmateusa.com Check us out on YouTube: Mulch Mate Dawson MFG - YouTube Check out our Instagrams: MulchMateUSA, KartMateUSA and DawsonMfg Email us...
05. A Failure Behind SNOWMATE! 10.11.2023 1:06:41
Little did you know SnowMate started from a failure within Laser Cut for Nick's landscaping business. Stick around to find out SnowMates story and how it could potentially help you. A common saying around the shop is "Fail Faster". Check out our products at: www.mulchmateusa.com Check us out on YouTube: Mulch Mate Dawson MFG - YouTube Check out our Instagrams: MulchMateUSA, KartMateUSA and Daws...
04. Our Adventures to Equip/GIE 10.11.2023 1:16:32
Nick talks about how Dawson Manufacturing found out about Equip, formally known as the Green Industry Expo (GIE). The trips out are always an adventure from traffic, to blown tires and most recently a blown-up truck! Kyle and Nick also talk about their feedback they received from the event to better the company. Check out our products at: www.mulchmateusa.com Check us out on YouTube: Mulch Mate D...
03. Working with ADHD. 09.11.2023 53:18
Nick and Kyle go down the rabbit whole on ADHD. While it distracts many of business owner, those who focus on the right things go a long way. Check out Nick's thoughts and how he deals with ADHD. Check out our products at: www.mulchmateusa.com Check us out on YouTube: Mulch Mate Dawson MFG - YouTube Check out our Instagrams: MulchMateUSA, KartMateUSA and DawsonMfg Email us Questions: heyfastlan...
02. What are your credentials? 09.11.2023 1:04:06
Nick and Kyle get into credentials. Nick has been the hardheaded contractor who knows it all. This proved to not help his business and cost him a lot of money. What helped him right the ship was finding his moral compass. Having the moral compass helped him grow the company to multiple millions in revenue per year. Now on his second venture of Dawson Manufacturing, another multi-million dollar com...
01. Life In the Fast Lane Intro 07.11.2023 56:39
Nick and Kyle dive into the introduction of Nick's background and credentials from racing to his landscaping career now to Dawson Manufacturing. Check out our products at www.mulchmateusa.com Check out our products at: www.mulchmateusa.com Check us out on YouTube: Mulch Mate Dawson MFG - YouTube Check out our Instagrams: MulchMateUSA, KartMateUSA and DawsonMfg Email us Questions: heyfastlane@gmai...
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