3. Tough Customers, Crazy Stories & Lessons from the Field
Release Date: 03/12/2025
27. Is Buying a Fertilization Route Worth It? What Jason Learned Selling 200+ Accounts
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🧐 Thinking about buying your way into the fertilization and weed control game? In this episode, seasoned lawn care pro Jason Creel shares what he’s learned from selling multiple routes—totaling over 200 customers. From pricing insights to buyer red flags, and what makes a deal worth it (or not), you’ll get a real-world look at route acquisition from both sides of the table. Need help marketing your lawn and landscape business? We can help your business grow with our effective solutions: 👨💻 New Website Offer: Launch a new website to get more leads and get found online....
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26. Is Your Brand Forgettable? Here’s How to Stand Out in a Crowded Market
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🐄 Is your lawn care business getting lost in the crowd? This episode features expert insights from Al Levi on how to make your brand unforgettable in a saturated market. Learn why good work isn’t enough, how to use testimonials the right way, and what actually makes customers remember—and choose—you. If you’re ready to stand out and grow smarter, this conversation is your blueprint for building a brand that sticks. Need help marketing your lawn and landscape business? We can help your business grow with our effective solutions: 👨💻 New Website Offer: Launch a new...
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25. The #1 Free Tool That’s Sending Lawn Pros to the Top of Google
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🫶 If you’re not using this free tool, you’re leaving money on the table. In this episode, we break down how a well-optimized Google Business Profile can shoot your lawn care business to the top of local search results. Discover the setup mistakes to avoid, the updates that boost visibility, and how to turn your profile into a lead-generating machine—all without spending a dime on ads. Need help marketing your lawn and landscape business? We can help your business grow with our effective solutions: 👨💻 New Website Offer: Launch a new website to get more leads and get found...
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24. From $24 to 5,000 Franchises: How Jim Penman Built a Global Powerhouse
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❓ How did a cash-strapped history student transform a humble lawn mowing gig into a global franchise success? In this episode of the Lawn Care Blueprint, Jim Penman, founder of Jim’s Mowing, shares his unconventional path to building one of the world's largest service brands. Learn how his commitment to customer service, innovative franchising model, and relentless drive turned a small side hustle into a thriving international network with thousands of franchises. Need help marketing your lawn and landscape business? We can help your business grow with our effective solutions:...
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23. Building a $25M Landscape Empire: Insights from Kory Ballard
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What does it take to build a $25 million landscape empire from the ground up? In this episode of the Lawn Care Blueprint, Kory Ballard shares his journey from a solo mowing operation to leading a commercial landscaping powerhouse. Learn the key systems, hiring strategies, and leadership principles that fueled his success, plus insights into how he launched Ballard Products, a trusted brand for innovative lawn care solutions. Need help marketing your lawn and landscape business? We can help your business grow with our effective solutions: 👨💻 New Website Offer: Launch a new website to...
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22. Marcus Sheridan on Why Transparency Wins: The ‘They Ask, You Answer’ Approach
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🤔 Are you struggling to build trust with potential clients? In this episode of the Lawn Care Blueprint, marketing expert Marcus Sheridan shares why transparency is key to building trust and winning customers. Learn how his revolutionary “They Ask, You Answer” approach transformed his business and how it can do the same for you. Discover practical tips to boost client confidence and grow your lawn care company! Need help marketing your lawn and landscape business? We can help your business grow with our effective solutions: 👨💻 New Website Offer: Launch a new website to get more...
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21. Avoiding Burnout: Why Route Efficiency is Key for Lawn Care Success
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🥵 Feeling burned out from too many unprofitable drives? In this episode of the Lawn Care Blueprint, Chris Gentry, founder of MyServiceArea, shares why route efficiency is crucial for lawn care businesses. Discover how smart geofencing can eliminate wasted time, reduce travel distances, and help you qualify leads more effectively. Learn practical strategies to increase route density and boost profitability while keeping burnout at bay. Tune in and start working smarter today! Want to know more about MSA? Find the website here- Need help marketing your lawn and landscape business? We...
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20. From Hustle to Strategy: Greyson Sawyer on Building a Sustainable Lawn Care Empire
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🧱 How do you transform a one-man mowing operation into a thriving lawn care empire? In this episode of the Lawn Care Blueprint, Greyson Sawyer of Sawyer Landscaping reveals his journey from hustle to strategy. Learn how he built a sustainable business with 10 employees and four crews, the mindset shifts that made it possible, and the practical steps to scaling your own lawn care company. Tune in for actionable insights! Need help marketing your lawn and landscape business? We can help your business grow with our effective solutions: 👨💻 New Website Offer: Launch a new website to get...
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19. From Prison to Profits: No Excuses on the Road to a Thriving Lawn Care Business
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⛓️💥 Struggling to scale your lawn care business in a crowded market? Jason McLeod did too—until he dialed in systems, leveraged Google reviews, and shifted from hustling to building. In this episode, he shares how he transitioned from chaos to control, why mindset matters more than equipment, and how to attract better clients without chasing them. If you're serious about growth, this conversation will sharpen your strategy and fuel your next move. Find our Need help marketing your lawn and landscape business? We can help your business grow with our effective solutions: 👨💻...
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18. The $10 Task Trap: Why You're Stuck and How to Escape
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🙈 Feeling stuck mowing lawns, answering calls, and chasing estimates? You might be trapped in the $10 Task Cycle — and it’s holding your business back. In this episode, Ezra breaks down key lessons from Buy Back Your Time by Dan Martell, showing lawn care pros how to delegate low-value tasks, reclaim their schedule, and finally scale past survival mode. It’s time to stop grinding and start building the business you dreamed of. 🌎 Find our Need help marketing your lawn and landscape business? We can help your business grow with our effective solutions: 👨💻 New...
info_outlineIn this episode, I sit down with Andrew Martinez from Lone Star Lawn Talk Podcast to dive into the wild world of lawn care business ownership. From difficult customers to unexpected on-the-job surprises, Andrew shares hard-earned lessons and strategies for running a smoother, more profitable operation. Don’t miss Part 2—catch the rest of the conversation over on Lone Star Lawn Talk!
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