Building a Thriving Lawn Care Business: Insights from Paul Jamison’s New Book Ep. #215
Release Date: 07/05/2024
A Million Dollars in Debt, The Systems That Saved a Landscape Business Ep. #464
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Recorded at SYNKD Live in New Orleans, John Pajak sits down with Jeremy and Christina Talboy of North Georgia Landscape Management (NGLM) to talk about what it really looks like to run a business as a husband and wife team. They share how rapid growth exposed hidden profit leaks, the night Jeremy had a full-blown panic moment realizing they were headed for bankruptcy, and how Christina stepped in to build checks, balances, and stronger financial controls. It’s a raw conversation about leadership, loyalty, systems, and what it takes to turn a business into a true...
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The Woman Behind SYNKD Live, How Angelique Robb Built a Better Kind of Event Ep. #463
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Recorded at SYNKD Live in New Orleans, John Pajak sits down with Angelique Robb, founder of SYNKD, to unpack why the industry feels lonely, why silos keep quality and communication stuck, and how SYNKD Live is designed to get the right people in the right rooms. Angelique shares the evolution from the early Atlanta format to a more engaging, discussion-driven event, plus what’s coming next with SYNKD Live Phoenix Sept 29–Oct 1, 2026. Comments and Questions are welcome. Send to Episode Links: Apple Podcast Listeners- Copy and paste the links below into your browser. ...
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Building a Movement, Naylor Taliaferro and the Growth of the Lawn Care Community Ep. #462
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Recorded live at SYNKD Live in New Orleans, John Pajak sits down with Naylor Taliaferro to reflect on the growth of SYNKD and the lawn care community over the past decade. What began as the YouTube Rally at Pleasure Ridge Pizza has evolved into major industry gatherings at venues like the Mega Cavern, Copper & Kings Brewery, the YUM! Center, and the KICC. Naylor shares how those early meetups helped shape a connected, thriving community and why in-person events still matter. The conversation also highlights Naylor’s continued impact through the Equip...
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You Don’t Need a Commercial Mower Yet (A Talk for New Guys) Ep. #461
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Braxton is 19, wants to start mowing lawns, and feels overwhelmed by all the talk of commercial equipment. In this episode, John slows things down and answers Braxton’s question directly, breaking down when a commercial mower actually makes sense, what to look for, and where new operators should really start. This is a must-listen for anyone early in their lawn care journey. Comments and Questions are welcome. Send to Episode Links: Apple Podcast Listeners- Copy and paste the links below into your browser. Equip Expo : 2026 Tickets are 50% OFF with promo code Pajak ...
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The War Against Cash, and Why It Should Worry You Ep. #460
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The push toward a cashless society is accelerating, but at what cost? In this episode of Profits with Pajak, John breaks down real-world experiences with disappearing change and uses them to expose a bigger issue, the war against cash. From privacy concerns to system failures and consumer control, this conversation challenges the idea that digital convenience is always progress. Business owners and consumers alike need to understand what’s at stake before the option disappears. Comments and Questions are welcome. Send to Episode Links: Apple Podcast Listeners- Copy and paste the links...
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Finding Your Tribe, Winning at Life, and Why Live Events Still Matter Ep. #459
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Recorded live at SYNKD Live in New Orleans, John Pajak sits down with Cornell Mack to talk about why live events still matter, how real relationships are built outside of social media, and why so many business owners feel lonely until they find their people. Mack shares the heart behind the Winning at Life movement, what makes the Winning at Life Meetups different, and how community, faith, and shared experiences can change both your business and your life. If you’ve ever felt like you were building alone, this episode is for you. Find Mack and Winning at Life...
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Trust Before the Transaction. The Real Art of Marketing Ep. #458
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Recorded live at SYNKD in New Orleans, I sat down with Stephanie Baiocchi from Impulse to talk about what most business owners get wrong about marketing. We dive into the importance of educating customers, building trust, and positioning yourself as the authority long before you ever pitch your services. When people understand what you do and why it matters, selling stops feeling pushy and starts feeling natural. This conversation is a must-listen for service-based business owners who want better clients, better conversions, and long-term loyalty. To learn more about Impact...
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Get in the Room: How Live Events Transform Small Business Owners Ep. #457
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Kicking off our Synkd Live short series from New Orleans, I sit down with Mike Garvey from the to talk about why attending live business events is one of the fastest ways to level up as a small business owner. The right conversation, the right idea, or the right connection can completely change the trajectory of your business, but only if you show up and implement what you learn. This episode is a reminder of why proximity, education, and action matter. Comments and Questions are welcome. Send to Episode Links: Apple Podcast Listeners- Copy and paste the links below into your browser. ...
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Can One Machine Do It All? The Truth About Multi-Purpose Equipment Ep. #456
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Can a stand-on mower become a true multi-purpose money maker, or do equipment shortcuts quietly destroy profit? In today’s Inbox Insights episode, John answers a listener question about attachments, robotic mowing, and how to realistically modify equipment without wrecking your machines or margins. Comments and Questions are welcome. Send to Episode Links: Apple Podcast Listeners- Copy and paste the links below into your browser. Relay Relay is small business banking that puts you in complete control of what you are earning, spending, and saving. Click here to sign up for Relay...
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How to Kill the Cash-Eating Monster in Your Business Ep. #455
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Most small business owners don’t fail. They slowly bleed cash until burnout sets in. In this episode of Profits with Pajak, John introduces the “Cash-Eating Monster” and breaks down five ways businesses unknowingly become money furnaces instead of profit engines. John shows how to starve the monster and build a business that produces wealth, freedom, and peace of mind. Comments and Questions are welcome. Send to Episode Links: Apple Podcast Listeners- Copy and paste the links below into your browser. Budgets, Breakevens, and Bottom Lines™ Workshop John Pajak’s exclusive...
info_outlineIn this episode of "Profits with Pajak," we have the pleasure of hosting Paul Jamison, a seasoned lawn care industry expert and the author of the newly released book, "How to Build a Thriving Lawn Care Business: Smart Strategies to Achieve Maximum Profits." Join us as Paul shares invaluable insights and practical strategies from his latest book, aimed at helping lawn care business owners maximize their profits and grow their operations sustainably.
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