Mike Garvey

Side Hustle Squad

Business EN ↓ 350 episodes

Welcome to the Side Hustle Squad Podcast with your host, Mike Garvey! My goal is to provide entrepreneurs with all the tools and resources they need to start and succeed in the lawn care industry on the side while working a full-time career. Whether you're a seasoned pro or just starting out, or thinking about taking the leap into starting a business, this podcast will help you build and grow. Guests from the green industry and beyond will be on the show to share their experiences and advice. I provide in-depth interviews with successful entrepreneurs, offering insight into what it takes to su...

Author

Mike Garvey

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Business

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Latest episode

Jul 9, 2026

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Episodes

Ep 200. Jason and Jordan with the Green Side Up Podcast! 30.01.2025

On today's episode Mike and Larry sit down with Jason Lee and Jordan Upcavage with the Green Side Up Podcast. Mike and Larry were finally able to with down with these guys, who are business owners who own landscaping and tree businesses.  Enjoy this episode, as we talk about 2025 goals, struggles and everything that comes with being an entrepreneur. Branded Bull Website Design:  https://www.brande...

Ep 199. DELA: Daniel Eginton Landscape Architecture 28.01.2025

On today's episode, Mike and Larry sit down with Daniel Eginton of Daniel Eginton Landscape Architecture from Duluth, GA. Daniel Eginton is the first landscape architect we have had on our show!  We talk about how to study and learn plants, how to get started in landscape architecture and some things landscapers should know! Branded Bull Website Design:  https://www.brandedbull.com/ https://www.si...

Ep 198. David Bratton: Mallard Island Lawn Service, Retired Law Enforcement with a TON of Knowledge! 23.01.2025

On today's episode, Mike and Larry sit down with David Bratton of Mallard Island Lawn Service out of Little Rock, Arkansas. David is a retired law enforcement officer, who has had other side hustles and is now in lawn care. Branded Bull Website Design:  https://www.brandedbull.com/ https://www.sidehustlesquadpodcast.com/ https://www.instagram.com/sidehustlesquadpodcast/ https://www.instagram.com/c...

Ep 197. Synked Live: Grant and Sons on Pod-Row! 21.01.2025

Mike and Larry are broadcasting on Pod-Row at Synked Live in Atlanta, Georgia.  Mike catch top with John and Caden from Grant and Sons.  They share their goals for 2025.  The share some insights into their recent viral instagram videos! Branded Bull Website Design:  https://www.brandedbull.com/ https://www.sidehustlesquadpodcast.com/ https://www.instagram.com/sidehustlesquadpodcast/ https://www.in...

Ep 196. Theft Prevention Tips for Vehicles and Equipment! 16.01.2025

Mike discusses a recent incident at the new shop.  Mike talks about some things to think about to keep your tools and vehicles safe and secure.  Mike also discusses some things to prepare for over the winter months. Branded Bull Website Design:  https://www.brandedbull.com/ https://www.sidehustlesquadpodcast.com/ https://www.instagram.com/sidehustlesquadpodcast/ https://www.instagram.com/coastalfe...

Ep 195. Importance of a Vehicle Wrap and Clean Truck! 14.01.2025

Mike recently had an experience getting a new customer by just driving over to Home Depot.  The potential customer was impressed by the wrap and the cleanliness of the truck. Mike talks about the advantages of having a vehicle wrapped. Branded Bull Website Design:  https://www.brandedbull.com/ https://www.sidehustlesquadpodcast.com/ https://www.instagram.com/sidehustlesquadpodcast/ https://www.ins...

Ep 194. Getting Rid of Accounts to Build Route Density! 09.01.2025

On today's episode, Mike talks about his and Larry's decision to get rid of some of their outlier accounts in order to build current routes.   Mike discusses some of the key benefits to having great route density.  Mike also discusses some marketing strategies upcoming in 2025 and some other things they are doing this off season. Branded Bull Website Design:  https://www.brandedbull.com/ https://w...

Ep 193. 2025 Marketing Goals: Gaining New Customers Though Facebook Neighborhood Groups! 07.01.2025

On this episode; Mike talks about his 2025 goals of tightening up routes and gaining new customers. During a recent conversation with John Pajak, John shared how successful he was in joining neighborhood Facebook groups to gain new customers.  Branded Bull Website Design:  https://www.brandedbull.com/ https://www.instagram.com/sidehustlesquadpodcast/ https://www.instagram.com/coastalfertilization/...

Ep 192. Adam Fullerton with Branded Bull! 02.01.2025

Mike interviews Adam Fullerton with Branded Bull!, Branded Bull is SHS show sponsor. Mike and Adam jump into how Adam got started in his own business. Adam also discusses website design and marketing.  The Side Hustle Squad Website is coming soon which is designed by Branded Bull!  Branded Bull Website Design:  https://www.brandedbull.com/ https://www.instagram.com/sidehustlesquadpodcast/ https://...

Ep 191. Final Show of 2024: WRAP UP on EQUIP 2024 with Larry and Perry Phillips! 31.12.2024

On today's episode, Larry sits down with Perry Philips from YellowDog Lawn Care Services.  Perry is a frequent guest on the show and giveshis insights and key takeaways at the end of EQUIP 2024. Happy New Year and Looking forward to 2025! Branded Bull Website Design:  https://www.brandedbull.com/ https://www.instagram.com/sidehustlesquadpodcast/ https://www.instagram.com/coastalfertilization/ http...

Ep 190. Merry Christmas: Lamont and Ben Takeover! 26.12.2024

On today's episode, Lamont Hairston and Ben Neyman take over the show and give their insights into EQUIP 2024. Merry Christmas from Mike, Larry and the team at the Side Hustle Squad Podcast.  https://www.instagram.com/hairstonpropertymanagementllc/ https://www.instagram.com/neymanben16/ Branded Bull Website Design:  https://www.brandedbull.com/ https://www.instagram.com/sidehustlesquadpodcast/ htt...

Ep 189. Tim Allard with ELawnz: FULLY ELECTRIC Lawn Care Company in Essex Junction, Vermont! 24.12.2024

On today's episode, Larry sits down with Tim Allard at EQUIP.  Tim and his brother own ELawnz in Essex Junction, Vermont, a fully electric lawn care company utilizing all electric including mowers, blowers, hedge trimmers etc. Tim discusses his recent purchase of JOBBER.  He also discusses his recent purchase of his second company, which is a construction company and how that company is expanding....

Ep 188. Austin Gilliam: AUGI Lawn and Light, Full-time Firefighter and Lawn Care Business Owner! 19.12.2024

On today's episode, Mike and Larry sit down with Austin Gilliam. Austin is a firefighter from Wichita, Kansas.  He started his company in 2023, Augi Lawn and Light, specializing lawn care and Christmas lighting. Mike, Larry and Austin talk about many things, including balancing his full-time career and managing his fast growing business. Branded Bull Website Design:  https://www.brandedbull.com/ h...

Ep 187. Report from the Field on KRESS! 17.12.2024

Larry and Mike sit down and discuss evaluating the Kress Battery equipment from the demo area at EQUIP Expo.  Following the interview with VP of Product Development, Todd Zimmerman, they went out to test out the equipment first hand. Mike and Larry are excited to report back from using various battery products and share their findings. Branded Bull Website Design:  https://www.brandedbull.com/ htt...

Ep 186. VP of Product Development at Kress, Todd Zimmerman on the Future of Commercial Battery Equipment! 12.12.2024

On today's episode,  Mike and Larry sit down with Todd Zimmerman, the VP of Product Development at Kress.  Todd talks about the cost savings for landscapers using battery powered equipment, Cybersystem technology and the 10-Day free trial to experience the Dress products in the field. Branded Bull Website Design:  https://www.brandedbull.com/ https://www.instagram.com/sidehustlesquadpodcast/ https...

Ep 185. Shakeem Brookins: Neighborhood Garden Solutions; First Year in Business and Looking to Scale Up! 10.12.2024

On today's episode, Larry sits down with Shakeem Brookens, owner of Neighborhood Outdoor Solutions from Boston Mass. Shakeem talks about starting his business, equipment and how he plans on scaling up in the future. Branded Bull Website Design:  https://www.brandedbull.com/ https://www.instagram.com/sidehustlesquadpodcast/ https://www.instagram.com/coastalfertilization/ https://go.getjobber. com/s...

Ep 184. Brandon Writt ROBOTIC Service Repair Manager with Shorb Landscaping with a Thriving Side Hustle! 05.12.2024

On today's episode, Larry sits down with Brandon, special services manager at Shorb Landscaping in Kensington, Maryland. Brandon works with Zach Jones who was on the SHS podcast in Episode 182. Brandon specializes in the company's robotic mowing program. Brandon also has a thriving side hustle doing small engine repair and junk hauling. Branded Bull Website Design:  https://www.brandedbull.com/ ht...

Ep 183. Grant and Sons Lawn Care: A Father and Son Lawn Care Company! 03.12.2024

On today's episode, John and Caden from Grant and Sons Lawn Care from Fishersville's Virginia!  They are a father and son that started their business in 2022.  John talks about how he grew his side business into a full time career, along with his 15 year old son! Branded Bull Website Design:  https://www.brandedbull.com/ https://www.instagram.com/sidehustlesquadpodcast/ https://www.instagram.com/c...

Ep 182. Zach Jones: Operations Manager with Shorb Landscaping with a Car Detailing Side Hustle! 28.11.2024

On today's episode, Larry sits down with Zach Jones, a field operations manager at Shorb Landscaping in Maryland. He also has a vehicle detailing side hustle! Awesome interview on how he manages both careers. https://www.instagram.com/chesapeake_auto_detailing/ Branded Bull Website Design:  https://www.brandedbull.com/ https://www.instagram.com/sidehustlesquadpodcast/ https://www.instagram.com/coa...

Ep 181. Part 2: Dr. Frank Holleman: Nutrition, Excercise and Stress Management for Lawn Care Business Owners! 26.11.2024

On Part 2 of our discussion with Dr. Frank Holleman, Dr. Frank breaks down the three foundational pillars to a healthy life: nutrition, exercise and stress management.  We continue the in depth discussion about living a healthy life and how to sustain energy while working hard in your business and handling all the stresses of life. Holleman Biophysics Branded Bull Website Design:  https://www.bran...

Ep 180. Part 1: Dr. Frank Holleman: Nutrition, Exercise and Stress Management for Lawn Care Business Owners! 21.11.2024

On Part 1 of our discussion with Dr. Frank Holleman, Dr. Frank breaks down the three foundational pillars to a healthy life: nutrition, exercise and stress management.  This is an in depth discussion about living a healthy life and how to sustain energy while working hard in your business and handling all the stresses of life. Stay Tuned for Part 2! Holleman Biophysics Branded Bull Website Design:...

Ep 179. All About Jobber with Ethan Hussey, Manager of Sales from Jobber at EQUIP 2024! 19.11.2024

On this episode, Mike and Larry sit down with Ethan Hussey, the sales manager from Jobber. As many already know, Jobber is renowned for its innovative business management solutions tailored for service professionals, and Ethan is here to share insider insights that can transform the way you manage and grow your landscaping or field service business.   Branded Bull Website Design:  https://www.bran...

Ep 178. All-Star Panel From EQUIP: Lamont, Perry, Ben, Larry and Mike Talk about Customer Service, Challenges, EQUIP and More! 14.11.2024

On today's episode, Mike and Larry sit down with Lamont Hairston, Ben Neyman and Perry Phillips from POD-ROW at EQUIP. The panel talks about the bringing the best service to their customers, challenges in 2024 and takeaways from the expo. Branded Bull Website Design:  https://www.brandedbull.com/ https://www.instagram.com/sidehustlesquadpodcast/ https://www.instagram.com/coastalfertilization/ http...

Ep 177. LAL 2024: Vince Doell takes over as Co-Host with Lamont Hairston, Ben Neyman and Derek Thompson! 12.11.2024

On today's episode, Vince Doell takes over as with Lamont, Ben and Derek and discuss all things LAL 2024 and some key takeaways. They talk about the speakers and some important information that they want to implement into their businesses.  Branded Bull Website Design:  https://www.brandedbull.com/ https://www.instagram.com/sidehustlesquadpodcast/ https://www.instagram.com/coastalfertilization/ ht...

Ep 176. LAL 2024: John Pajak and Cornell Mack! 07.11.2024

On today's Mike and Larry sit down with John Pajak and Cornell Mack and discuss all things LAL! Attending live events with like minded people is so important in development of your business. Enjoy today's episode with these two All-Stars! Branded Bull Website Design: https://www.brandedbull.com/ https://www.instagram.com/sidehustlesquadpodcast/ https://www.instagram.com/coastalfertilization/ https...

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