Profits with Pajak
Profits with Pajak is a weekly podcast that focuses on providing actionable strategies and insights for small business owners in the green industry. Hosted by John Pajak, each episode features in-depth discussions with successful entrepreneurs, thought leaders, and industry experts, who share their experiences and lessons learned on building and growing profitable businesses. From financial planning and operations advice, to marketing and sales tips, the podcast covers a wide range of topics that are relevant to small business owners in the green industry. The show is designed to help listeners unlock the full potential of their businesses, by providing practical advice and proven strategies for creating sustainable profits in the green industry. Whether you're just starting out or are looking to take your business to the next level, the "Profits with Pajak" podcast is a must-listen for anyone looking to grow their business and create long-term success in the green industry.
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Your Equipment Isn't Making You Rich Ep. #522
07/10/2026
Your Equipment Isn't Making You Rich Ep. #522
Every contractor loves equipment. New trucks. Bigger trailers. Better mowers. More spreaders. Shelves full of spare parts "just in case." But at what point does owning equipment stop building your business and start creating the illusion of wealth? In this episode, John Pajak shares his own experience of collecting equipment and parts over the years, explains the hidden cost of idle assets, and challenges listeners to rethink what real wealth actually looks like. Episode Links: Apple Podcast Listeners- Copy and paste the links below into your browser. Upcoming Events: Lawn & Landscape Technology Conference (July 22–24, Scottsdale, AZ) :A hands-on event focused on AI, software, and systems to help you run a more efficient and profitable green industry business. Sign up and learn more: Equip Expo (October 20–23, 2026, Louisville, KY): The largest trade show in the green industry, bringing together contractors, equipment manufacturers, and business leaders for four days of equipment demos, networking, and real-world strategies to help you grow and scale your business. Tickets are just $15.00 with promo code PAJAK through September 10, then prices go up. Lock in your ticket now and take advantage of the discount. Sign up and learn more: Show Partners: Yardbook Simplify your business and be more profitable. Please visit Get 30 days of Premium Business level of Yardbook for FREE with promo code PAJAK Mr. Producer Click the link to connect with Thee Best Podcast Producer in the biz! 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 and get $50.00 cash bonus! Green Frog Web Design Get your first month for only $1 when you use code, PAJAK, and have your website LIVE in 3 weeks from projected start date or it is FREE for a year.
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Show Me Your Production Rate and I'll Show You Your Profit Ep. #521
07/08/2026
Show Me Your Production Rate and I'll Show You Your Profit Ep. #521
Most business owners think they need more customers. What if the real problem isn't sales? What if your business already has enough work, but your systems are preventing you from making money? In this episode, John Pajak explains why production rate may be the most important number in your business and shares practical ways to become more productive without asking your employees to work harder. Episode Links: Apple Podcast Listeners- Copy and paste the links below into your browser. Upcoming Events: Lawn & Landscape Technology Conference (July 22–24, Scottsdale, AZ) :A hands-on event focused on AI, software, and systems to help you run a more efficient and profitable green industry business. Sign up and learn more: Equip Expo (October 20–23, 2026, Louisville, KY): The largest trade show in the green industry, bringing together contractors, equipment manufacturers, and business leaders for four days of equipment demos, networking, and real-world strategies to help you grow and scale your business. Tickets are just $15.00 with promo code PAJAK through September 10, then prices go up. Lock in your ticket now and take advantage of the discount. Sign up and learn more: Show Partners: Yardbook Simplify your business and be more profitable. Please visit Get 30 days of Premium Business level of Yardbook for FREE with promo code PAJAK Mr. Producer Click the link to connect with Thee Best Podcast Producer in the biz! 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 and get $50.00 cash bonus! Green Frog Web Design Get your first month for only $1 when you use code, PAJAK, and have your website LIVE in 3 weeks from projected start date or it is FREE for a year.
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Should You Catch Up or Move On? Ep. #520
07/06/2026
Should You Catch Up or Move On? Ep. #520
Every business owner eventually falls behind. Maybe it's because of rain. Maybe it's extreme heat. Maybe an employee calls off, equipment breaks down, or life simply gets in the way. The real question isn't how you fell behind. The question is what you do next. Should you try to catch up? Or should you move on? In this episode, John shares why trying to recover one bad week can sometimes create an even bigger problem, and how trusting your systems may be the smartest business decision you can make. Episode Links: Apple Podcast Listeners- Copy and paste the links below into your browser. Upcoming Events: Lawn & Landscape Technology Conference (July 22–24, Scottsdale, AZ) :A hands-on event focused on AI, software, and systems to help you run a more efficient and profitable green industry business. Sign up and learn more: Equip Expo (October 20–23, 2026, Louisville, KY): The largest trade show in the green industry, bringing together contractors, equipment manufacturers, and business leaders for four days of equipment demos, networking, and real-world strategies to help you grow and scale your business. Tickets are just $15.00 with promo code PAJAK through September 10, then prices go up. Lock in your ticket now and take advantage of the discount. Sign up and learn more: Show Partners: Yardbook Simplify your business and be more profitable. Please visit Get 30 days of Premium Business level of Yardbook for FREE with promo code PAJAK Mr. Producer Click the link to connect with Thee Best Podcast Producer in the biz! 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 and get $50.00 cash bonus! Green Frog Web Design Get your first month for only $1 when you use code, PAJAK, and have your website LIVE in 3 weeks from projected start date or it is FREE for a year.
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The Most Expensive Customer Isn't Always Your Cheapest One Ep. #519
07/01/2026
The Most Expensive Customer Isn't Always Your Cheapest One Ep. #519
Not every customer is worth keeping. In this episode of Profits with Pajak, John Pajak challenges the idea that more customers automatically mean a better business. He explores how certain customers quietly drain profits through constant price shopping, schedule changes, excessive demands, chargebacks, and endless complaints. Learn how to identify high-cost customers, protect your time, and focus on building a customer base that values your expertise instead of consuming your energy. If you've ever wondered why some customers seem to create more headaches than revenue, this episode will change the way you evaluate your client list. Episode Links: Apple Podcast Listeners- Copy and paste the links below into your browser. Upcoming Events: Lawn & Landscape Technology Conference (July 22–24, Scottsdale, AZ) :A hands-on event focused on AI, software, and systems to help you run a more efficient and profitable green industry business. Sign up and learn more: Equip Expo (October 20–23, 2026, Louisville, KY): The largest trade show in the green industry, bringing together contractors, equipment manufacturers, and business leaders for four days of equipment demos, networking, and real-world strategies to help you grow and scale your business. Tickets are just $15.00 with promo code PAJAK through September 10, then prices go up. Lock in your ticket now and take advantage of the discount. Sign up and learn more: Show Partners: Yardbook Simplify your business and be more profitable. Please visit Get 30 days of Premium Business level of Yardbook for FREE with promo code PAJAK Mr. Producer Click the link to connect with Thee Best Podcast Producer in the biz! 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 and get $50.00 cash bonus! Green Frog Web Design Get your first month for only $1 when you use code, PAJAK, and have your website LIVE in 3 weeks from projected start date or it is FREE for a year. My Service Area “Qualify Leads Based on Your Profitable Service Area.” Click on this link for an exclusive offer for being a “Profits with Pajak” listener.
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Empathy Doesn't Mean Availability Ep. #518
06/24/2026
Empathy Doesn't Mean Availability Ep. #518
A simple phone call about weed control turned into a surprising lesson about boundaries, customer service, and human behavior. After spending 25 minutes explaining why his company no longer offers lawn mowing, John Pajak realized the conversation wasn't really about mowing at all. In this episode, he explores why business owners often feel compelled to solve every problem, the hidden cost of over-explaining, and why empathy doesn't require unlimited availability. Episode Links: Apple Podcast Listeners- Copy and paste the links below into your browser. Upcoming Events: Profit Accelerator LIVE (June 26–27, 2026, Richmond, VA):An intensive experience designed to help lawn and landscape business owners dial in their numbers, increase profitability, and build a scalable business with clear strategy and execution. Sign up and learn more: Lawn & Landscape Technology Conference (July 22–24, Scottsdale, AZ) :A hands-on event focused on AI, software, and systems to help you run a more efficient and profitable green industry business. Sign up and learn more: Equip Expo (October 20–23, 2026, Louisville, KY): The largest trade show in the green industry, bringing together contractors, equipment manufacturers, and business leaders for four days of equipment demos, networking, and real-world strategies to help you grow and scale your business. Tickets are just $15.00 with promo code PAJAK through September 10, then prices go up. Lock in your ticket now and take advantage of the discount. Sign up and learn more: Show Partners: Yardbook Simplify your business and be more profitable. Please visit Get 30 days of Premium Business level of Yardbook for FREE with promo code PAJAK Mr. Producer Click the link to connect with Thee Best Podcast Producer in the biz! 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 and get $50.00 cash bonus! Green Frog Web Design Get your first month for only $1 when you use code, PAJAK, and have your website LIVE in 3 weeks from projected start date or it is FREE for a year.
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The Most Expensive Machine You Own Might Be Paid Off Ep. #517
06/22/2026
The Most Expensive Machine You Own Might Be Paid Off Ep. #517
A paid-off machine feels like a win, but what if it's quietly costing your business thousands of dollars every year? In this episode, John Pajak breaks down the economics of equipment ownership, the hidden costs of downtime, and the warning signs that tell you it's time to replace a machine before it becomes a profit killer. Learn how to make equipment decisions based on numbers, not nostalgia. Episode Links: Apple Podcast Listeners- Copy and paste the links below into your browser. Upcoming Events: Profit Accelerator LIVE (June 26–27, 2026, Richmond, VA):An intensive experience designed to help lawn and landscape business owners dial in their numbers, increase profitability, and build a scalable business with clear strategy and execution. Sign up and learn more: Lawn & Landscape Technology Conference (July 22–24, Scottsdale, AZ) :A hands-on event focused on AI, software, and systems to help you run a more efficient and profitable green industry business. Sign up and learn more: Equip Expo (October 20–23, 2026, Louisville, KY): The largest trade show in the green industry, bringing together contractors, equipment manufacturers, and business leaders for four days of equipment demos, networking, and real-world strategies to help you grow and scale your business. Tickets are just $15.00 with promo code PAJAK through September 10, then prices go up. Lock in your ticket now and take advantage of the discount. Sign up and learn more: Show Partners: Yardbook Simplify your business and be more profitable. Please visit Get 30 days of Premium Business level of Yardbook for FREE with promo code PAJAK Mr. Producer Click the link to connect with Thee Best Podcast Producer in the biz! 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 and get $50.00 cash bonus! Green Frog Web Design Get your first month for only $1 when you use code, PAJAK, and have your website LIVE in 3 weeks from projected start date or it is FREE for a year.
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Stop Chasing Strangers Ep. #516
06/19/2026
Stop Chasing Strangers Ep. #516
Most contractors spend thousands of dollars trying to attract new customers while completely ignoring the people who already know, like, and trust them. In this episode, John Pajak shares five simple text messages that can help uncover new opportunities, generate referrals, earn reviews, and create additional revenue from your existing customer base. If you're looking for a quick win that costs nothing but a few minutes of your time, this episode is for you. Stop chasing strangers and start building deeper relationships with the customers you already have. Episode Links: Apple Podcast Listeners- Copy and paste the links below into your browser. Upcoming Events: Profit Accelerator LIVE (June 26–27, 2026, Richmond, VA):An intensive experience designed to help lawn and landscape business owners dial in their numbers, increase profitability, and build a scalable business with clear strategy and execution. Sign up and learn more: Lawn & Landscape Technology Conference (July 22–24, Scottsdale, AZ) :A hands-on event focused on AI, software, and systems to help you run a more efficient and profitable green industry business. Sign up and learn more: Equip Expo (October 20–23, 2026, Louisville, KY): The largest trade show in the green industry, bringing together contractors, equipment manufacturers, and business leaders for four days of equipment demos, networking, and real-world strategies to help you grow and scale your business. Tickets are just $15.00 with promo code PAJAK through September 10, then prices go up. Lock in your ticket now and take advantage of the discount. Sign up and learn more: Show Partners: Yardbook Simplify your business and be more profitable. Please visit Get 30 days of Premium Business level of Yardbook for FREE with promo code PAJAK Mr. Producer Click the link to connect with Thee Best Podcast Producer in the biz! 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 and get $50.00 cash bonus!
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Glyphosate-Free: Did We Actually Make Weed Killers Safer? Ep. #515
06/17/2026
Glyphosate-Free: Did We Actually Make Weed Killers Safer? Ep. #515
You probably have a bottle of weed killer sitting in your garage right now. But do you actually know what's inside it? After years of controversy surrounding glyphosate, many manufacturers replaced it with new "glyphosate-free" formulas. The promise sounds great. But when I looked closer at the labels, I found something surprising. Some of these new products contain three or four active ingredients, including fast-acting contact herbicides, systemic grass killers, broadleaf herbicides, and even long-lasting soil residual chemistry. Today we're getting nerdy. We'll break down what these ingredients actually do, compare them to traditional glyphosate, and talk about the difference between a product being dangerous versus the actual risk of using it. Episode Links: Apple Podcast Listeners- Copy and paste the links below into your browser. Upcoming Events: Profit Accelerator LIVE (June 26–27, 2026, Richmond, VA):An intensive experience designed to help lawn and landscape business owners dial in their numbers, increase profitability, and build a scalable business with clear strategy and execution. Sign up and learn more: Lawn & Landscape Technology Conference (July 22–24, Scottsdale, AZ) :A hands-on event focused on AI, software, and systems to help you run a more efficient and profitable green industry business. Sign up and learn more: Equip Expo (October 20–23, 2026, Louisville, KY): The largest trade show in the green industry, bringing together contractors, equipment manufacturers, and business leaders for four days of equipment demos, networking, and real-world strategies to help you grow and scale your business. Tickets are just $15.00 with promo code PAJAK through September 10, then prices go up. Lock in your ticket now and take advantage of the discount. Sign up and learn more: Show Partners: Yardbook Simplify your business and be more profitable. Please visit Get 30 days of Premium Business level of Yardbook for FREE with promo code PAJAK Mr. Producer Click the link to connect with Thee Best Podcast Producer in the biz! 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 and get $50.00 cash bonus! Green Frog Web Design Get your first month for only $1 when you use code, PAJAK, and have your website LIVE in 3 weeks from projected start date or it is FREE for a year.
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The 3-Second Marketing Test Every Contractor Should Take Ep. #514
06/15/2026
The 3-Second Marketing Test Every Contractor Should Take Ep. #514
Can a customer tell who you are, what you do, and how to contact you in just three seconds? Most contractors spend thousands of dollars on truck wraps, logos, and branding, but many fail the simplest marketing test of all: clear communication. In this episode of Profits with Pajak, John Pajak breaks down how to turn your truck into a true marketing tool, why companies like FedEx have mastered brand recognition, and the difference between an old work truck and a neglected one. Take the 3-second test and find out what your business is really saying before you ever speak to a customer. Episode Links: Apple Podcast Listeners- Copy and paste the links below into your browser. Upcoming Events: Profit Accelerator LIVE (June 26–27, 2026, Richmond, VA):An intensive experience designed to help lawn and landscape business owners dial in their numbers, increase profitability, and build a scalable business with clear strategy and execution. Sign up and learn more: Lawn & Landscape Technology Conference (July 22–24, Scottsdale, AZ) :A hands-on event focused on AI, software, and systems to help you run a more efficient and profitable green industry business. Sign up and learn more: Equip Expo (October 20–23, 2026, Louisville, KY): The largest trade show in the green industry, bringing together contractors, equipment manufacturers, and business leaders for four days of equipment demos, networking, and real-world strategies to help you grow and scale your business. Tickets are just $15.00 with promo code PAJAK through September 10, then prices go up. Lock in your ticket now and take advantage of the discount. Sign up and learn more: Show Partners: Yardbook Simplify your business and be more profitable. Please visit Get 30 days of Premium Business level of Yardbook for FREE with promo code PAJAK Mr. Producer Click the link to connect with Thee Best Podcast Producer in the biz! 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 and get $50.00 cash bonus! Green Frog Web Design Get your first month for only $1 when you use code, PAJAK, and have your website LIVE in 3 weeks from projected start date or it is FREE for a year.
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Find $1,000 Hiding in Your Business This Week Ep. #513
06/12/2026
Find $1,000 Hiding in Your Business This Week Ep. #513
Before you spend another dollar on marketing or chase your next customer, stop and look inside your own business. There may already be money hiding in plain sight. In this episode of Profits with Pajak, John Pajak shares a simple one-hour business audit to uncover hidden profit through overdue invoices, unused subscriptions, underpriced customers, idle equipment, and missed opportunities with your existing client base. Your next $1,000 might not come from working harder. It might come from fixing the leaks in the business you already built. Keep Pushing Through! Episode Links: Apple Podcast Listeners- Copy and paste the links below into your browser. Upcoming Events: Profit Accelerator LIVE (June 26–27, 2026, Richmond, VA):An intensive experience designed to help lawn and landscape business owners dial in their numbers, increase profitability, and build a scalable business with clear strategy and execution. Sign up and learn more: Lawn & Landscape Technology Conference (July 22–24, Scottsdale, AZ) :A hands-on event focused on AI, software, and systems to help you run a more efficient and profitable green industry business. Sign up and learn more: Equip Expo (October 20–23, 2026, Louisville, KY): The largest trade show in the green industry, bringing together contractors, equipment manufacturers, and business leaders for four days of equipment demos, networking, and real-world strategies to help you grow and scale your business. Tickets are just $15.00 with promo code PAJAK through September 10, then prices go up. Lock in your ticket now and take advantage of the discount. Sign up and learn more: Show Partners: Yardbook Simplify your business and be more profitable. Please visit Get 30 days of Premium Business level of Yardbook for FREE with promo code PAJAK Mr. Producer Click the link to connect with Thee Best Podcast Producer in the biz! 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 and get $50.00 cash bonus! Green Frog Web Design Get your first month for only $1 when you use code, PAJAK, and have your website LIVE in 3 weeks from projected start date or it is FREE for a year.
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Your Marketing Sucks, And Here's Why Ep. #512
06/10/2026
Your Marketing Sucks, And Here's Why Ep. #512
Most lawn care and landscape companies don't have a marketing budget problem. They have a messaging problem. If your advertisement simply says, "Licensed, Insured, Free Estimates," congratulations, you just created a business card. But you didn't give a homeowner a reason to care. In this episode of Profits with Pajak, John breaks down why the green industry struggles with marketing, how to create ads that actually capture attention, and why the answer to "Should I use Facebook, Google, postcards, or yard signs?" might just be… yes. Learn how to write better copy, connect with customer emotions, and create a marketing strategy that keeps your company top of mind. Episode Links: Apple Podcast Listeners- Copy and paste the links below into your browser. Upcoming Events: Profit Accelerator LIVE (June 26–27, 2026, Richmond, VA):An intensive experience designed to help lawn and landscape business owners dial in their numbers, increase profitability, and build a scalable business with clear strategy and execution. Sign up and learn more: Lawn & Landscape Technology Conference (July 22–24, Scottsdale, AZ) :A hands-on event focused on AI, software, and systems to help you run a more efficient and profitable green industry business. Sign up and learn more: Equip Expo (October 20–23, 2026, Louisville, KY): The largest trade show in the green industry, bringing together contractors, equipment manufacturers, and business leaders for four days of equipment demos, networking, and real-world strategies to help you grow and scale your business. Tickets are just $12.50 with promo code PAJAK through May 30, then prices go up. Lock in your ticket now and take advantage of the discount. Sign up and learn more: Show Partners: Yardbook Simplify your business and be more profitable. Please visit Get 30 days of Premium Business level of Yardbook for FREE with promo code PAJAK Mr. Producer Click the link to connect with Thee Best Podcast Producer in the biz! 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 and get $50.00 cash bonus!
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The Fastest Path Through the Messy Middle Ep. #511
06/08/2026
The Fastest Path Through the Messy Middle Ep. #511
A recent trip to Texas gave John a front-row seat to two powerful examples of growth. One was a day spent learning alongside experienced business leaders. The other was a ribbon-cutting ceremony celebrating a husband-and-wife team's dream becoming reality. In this episode, John shares the surprising lesson connecting both experiences and explains why the most successful business owners never stop seeking wisdom, perspective, and guidance from others. Episode Links: Apple Podcast Listeners- Copy and paste the links below into your browser. Upcoming Events: Profit Accelerator LIVE (June 26–27, 2026, Richmond, VA):An intensive experience designed to help lawn and landscape business owners dial in their numbers, increase profitability, and build a scalable business with clear strategy and execution. Sign up and learn more: Lawn & Landscape Technology Conference (July 22–24, Scottsdale, AZ) :A hands-on event focused on AI, software, and systems to help you run a more efficient and profitable green industry business. Sign up and learn more: Equip Expo (October 20–23, 2026, Louisville, KY): The largest trade show in the green industry, bringing together contractors, equipment manufacturers, and business leaders for four days of equipment demos, networking, and real-world strategies to help you grow and scale your business. Tickets are just $15.00 with promo code PAJAK through September 10, then prices go up. Lock in your ticket now and take advantage of the discount. Sign up and learn more: Show Partners: Yardbook Simplify your business and be more profitable. Please visit Get 30 days of Premium Business level of Yardbook for FREE with promo code PAJAK 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 and get $50.00 cash bonus!
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How Much Risk Should You Tolerate Before Saying Goodbye? Ep. #510
06/05/2026
How Much Risk Should You Tolerate Before Saying Goodbye? Ep. #510
Every business owner eventually faces a difficult question: How much risk should you tolerate before it's time to part ways with a customer? In this episode, John shares a real-world story from one of his coaching clients involving a $2,000 chargeback, attorney letters, missed treatments, customer complaints, and the fear of negative reviews. Through this case study, you'll learn how to recognize when a customer relationship has become a liability, why fear often keeps us holding on too long, and how to protect your business while maintaining your professionalism. Episode Links: Apple Podcast Listeners- Copy and paste the links below into your browser. Upcoming Events: Profit Accelerator LIVE (June 26–27, 2026, Richmond, VA):An intensive experience designed to help lawn and landscape business owners dial in their numbers, increase profitability, and build a scalable business with clear strategy and execution. Sign up and learn more: Lawn & Landscape Technology Conference (July 22–24, Scottsdale, AZ) :A hands-on event focused on AI, software, and systems to help you run a more efficient and profitable green industry business. Sign up and learn more: Equip Expo (October 20–23, 2026, Louisville, KY): The largest trade show in the green industry, bringing together contractors, equipment manufacturers, and business leaders for four days of equipment demos, networking, and real-world strategies to help you grow and scale your business. Tickets are just $12.50 with promo code PAJAK through May 30, then prices go up. Lock in your ticket now and take advantage of the discount. Sign up and learn more: Show Partners: Yardbook Simplify your business and be more profitable. Please visit Get 30 days of Premium Business level of Yardbook for FREE with promo code PAJAK Mr. Producer Click the link to connect with Thee Best Podcast Producer in the biz!
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Everything You Need to Know Before Buying Your First Workers’ Comp Policy Ep. #509
06/03/2026
Everything You Need to Know Before Buying Your First Workers’ Comp Policy Ep. #509
Getting your first workers’ compensation policy can feel confusing, expensive, and intimidating, but it is a necessary step when you start hiring employees. In this episode, John breaks down how workers’ comp works, what it may cost, why payroll matters more than headcount, how audits work, and why getting classified under the wrong lawn care class code can quietly cost you thousands. Episode Links: Apple Podcast Listeners- Copy and paste the links below into your browser. Upcoming Events: Profit Accelerator LIVE (June 26–27, 2026, Richmond, VA):An intensive experience designed to help lawn and landscape business owners dial in their numbers, increase profitability, and build a scalable business with clear strategy and execution. Sign up and learn more: Lawn & Landscape Technology Conference (July 22–24, Scottsdale, AZ) :A hands-on event focused on AI, software, and systems to help you run a more efficient and profitable green industry business. Sign up and learn more: Equip Expo (October 20–23, 2026, Louisville, KY): The largest trade show in the green industry, bringing together contractors, equipment manufacturers, and business leaders for four days of equipment demos, networking, and real-world strategies to help you grow and scale your business. Tickets are just $12.50 with promo code PAJAK through May 30, then prices go up. Lock in your ticket now and take advantage of the discount. Sign up and learn more: Show Partners: Yardbook Simplify your business and be more profitable. Please visit Get 30 days of Premium Business level of Yardbook for FREE with promo code PAJAK Mr. Producer Click the link to connect with Thee Best Podcast Producer in the biz!
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Your Equipment Is Begging for This: Summer Engine Survival Tips Ep. #508
06/01/2026
Your Equipment Is Begging for This: Summer Engine Survival Tips Ep. #508
Your equipment is working harder than ever right now. Hot temperatures, dust, grass clippings, long hours, and heavy workloads all take a toll on engines and hydraulic systems. In this Technical Tuesday episode, John shares simple maintenance habits that can dramatically extend equipment life, reduce downtime, and protect your profits during the busiest part of the season. Episode Links: Apple Podcast Listeners- Copy and paste the links below into your browser. Upcoming Events: Profit Accelerator LIVE (June 26–27, 2026, Richmond, VA):An intensive experience designed to help lawn and landscape business owners dial in their numbers, increase profitability, and build a scalable business with clear strategy and execution. Sign up and learn more: Lawn & Landscape Technology Conference (July 22–24, Scottsdale, AZ) :A hands-on event focused on AI, software, and systems to help you run a more efficient and profitable green industry business. Sign up and learn more: Equip Expo (October 20–23, 2026, Louisville, KY): The largest trade show in the green industry, bringing together contractors, equipment manufacturers, and business leaders for four days of equipment demos, networking, and real-world strategies to help you grow and scale your business. Tickets are just $15.00 with promo code PAJAK through September 11, then prices go up. Lock in your ticket now and take advantage of the discount. Sign up and learn more: Show Partners: Yardbook Simplify your business and be more profitable. Please visit Get 30 days of Premium Business level of Yardbook for FREE with promo code PAJAK Mr. Producer Click the link to connect with Thee Best Podcast Producer in the biz!
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When the Lawn Needs a Reset… But the Client Won’t Say Yes Ep. #507
05/29/2026
When the Lawn Needs a Reset… But the Client Won’t Say Yes Ep. #507
A real-world lawn care situation turns into a bigger lesson on expectations, communication, and doing what’s right for the turf. John breaks down a conversation with Joe DiPace about a nimblewill-infested lawn, exploring the tough decision between full renovation and a phased recovery plan. This episode highlights how to guide clients when the solution is more involved than they expected, and why proper communication can make or break the outcome. Episode Links: Apple Podcast Listeners- Copy and paste the links below into your browser. Upcoming Events: Profit Accelerator LIVE (June 26–27, 2026, Richmond, VA):An intensive experience designed to help lawn and landscape business owners dial in their numbers, increase profitability, and build a scalable business with clear strategy and execution. Sign up and learn more: Lawn & Landscape Technology Conference (July 22–24, Scottsdale, AZ) :A hands-on event focused on AI, software, and systems to help you run a more efficient and profitable green industry business. Sign up and learn more: Equip Expo (October 20–23, 2026, Louisville, KY): The largest trade show in the green industry, bringing together contractors, equipment manufacturers, and business leaders for four days of equipment demos, networking, and real-world strategies to help you grow and scale your business. Tickets are just $12.50 with promo code PAJAK through May 30, then prices go up. Lock in your ticket now and take advantage of the discount. Sign up and learn more: Show Partners: Yardbook Simplify your business and be more profitable. Please visit Get 30 days of Premium Business level of Yardbook for FREE with promo code PAJAK Mr. Producer Click the link to connect with Thee Best Podcast Producer in the biz!
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We Spent $2,200 on Google LSA… Here’s What Actually Happened Ep. #506
05/27/2026
We Spent $2,200 on Google LSA… Here’s What Actually Happened Ep. #506
Google Local Services Ads promise high-quality leads, but do they actually deliver? After spending $2,200 and landing just one client, John breaks down how LSA works, shares his real-world experience, and explains why it wasn’t the right fit for his lawn care business. This episode isn’t about bashing the platform, it’s a cautionary look at why LSA may not be the silver bullet many operators expect, especially when building a route-dense, profitable service business. Episode Links: Apple Podcast Listeners- Copy and paste the links below into your browser. Upcoming Events: Profit Accelerator LIVE (June 26–27, 2026, Richmond, VA):An intensive experience designed to help lawn and landscape business owners dial in their numbers, increase profitability, and build a scalable business with clear strategy and execution. Sign up and learn more: Lawn & Landscape Technology Conference (July 22–24, Scottsdale, AZ) :A hands-on event focused on AI, software, and systems to help you run a more efficient and profitable green industry business. Sign up and learn more: Equip Expo (October 20–23, 2026, Louisville, KY): The largest trade show in the green industry, bringing together contractors, equipment manufacturers, and business leaders for four days of equipment demos, networking, and real-world strategies to help you grow and scale your business. Tickets are just $12.50 with promo code PAJAK through May 30, then prices go up. Lock in your ticket now and take advantage of the discount. Sign up and learn more: Show Partners: Yardbook Simplify your business and be more profitable. Please visit Get 30 days of Premium Business level of Yardbook for FREE with promo code PAJAK Mr. Producer Click the link to connect with Thee Best Podcast Producer in the biz!
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More Customers Won’t Fix Your Business Ep. #505
05/25/2026
More Customers Won’t Fix Your Business Ep. #505
Most lawn care businesses think growth comes from more customers, but that’s not always the answer. In this episode, John breaks down why adding more clients can actually increase stress and inefficiency, while barely improving profit. Instead, he shows how increasing your average revenue per customer can unlock tens of thousands of dollars already sitting in your business. If you want to grow smarter, not harder, this episode is for you. Episode Links: Apple Podcast Listeners- Copy and paste the links below into your browser. Upcoming Events: Profit Accelerator LIVE (June 26–27, 2026, Richmond, VA):An intensive experience designed to help lawn and landscape business owners dial in their numbers, increase profitability, and build a scalable business with clear strategy and execution. Sign up and learn more: Lawn & Landscape Technology Conference (July 22–24, Scottsdale, AZ) :A hands-on event focused on AI, software, and systems to help you run a more efficient and profitable green industry business. Sign up and learn more: Equip Expo (October 20–23, 2026, Louisville, KY): The largest trade show in the green industry, bringing together contractors, equipment manufacturers, and business leaders for four days of equipment demos, networking, and real-world strategies to help you grow and scale your business. Tickets are just $12.50 with promo code PAJAK through May 30, then prices go up. Lock in your ticket now and take advantage of the discount. Sign up and learn more: Show Partners: Yardbook Simplify your business and be more profitable. Please visit Get 30 days of Premium Business level of Yardbook for FREE with promo code PAJAK Mr. Producer Click the link to connect with Thee Best Podcast Producer in the biz!
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Busy Isn’t Profitable, The Truth About Wasted Time in Your Business Ep. #504
05/22/2026
Busy Isn’t Profitable, The Truth About Wasted Time in Your Business Ep. #504
After a no-nonsense episode that stirred things up, John addresses the feedback and doubles down on the truth, being busy doesn’t mean you’re profitable. In this episode, he breaks down how inefficiency, poor routing, and wasted time are quietly draining your bottom line, even when your schedule is packed. If you feel like you’re working nonstop but not seeing the results, this episode will help you identify where your time and profit are slipping away, and how to fix it. Episode Links: Apple Podcast Listeners- Copy and paste the links below into your browser. Upcoming Events: Profit Accelerator LIVE (June 26–27, 2026, Richmond, VA):An intensive experience designed to help lawn and landscape business owners dial in their numbers, increase profitability, and build a scalable business with clear strategy and execution. Sign up and learn more: Lawn & Landscape Technology Conference (July 22–24, Scottsdale, AZ) :A hands-on event focused on AI, software, and systems to help you run a more efficient and profitable green industry business. Sign up and learn more: Equip Expo (October 20–23, 2026, Louisville, KY): The largest trade show in the green industry, bringing together contractors, equipment manufacturers, and business leaders for four days of equipment demos, networking, and real-world strategies to help you grow and scale your business. Tickets are just $12.50 with promo code PAJAK through May 30, then prices go up. Lock in your ticket now and take advantage of the discount. Sign up and learn more: Show Partners: Yardbook Simplify your business and be more profitable. Please visit Get 30 days of Premium Business level of Yardbook for FREE with promo code PAJAK Mr. Producer Click the link to connect with Thee Best Podcast Producer in the biz!
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You Did the Work… So Why Didn’t You Get Paid? Ep. #503
05/20/2026
You Did the Work… So Why Didn’t You Get Paid? Ep. #503
A lot of lawn care businesses aren’t struggling with pricing, they’re struggling with collection and cash flow In this episode, John breaks down how 2–5% of revenue is often never collected, and another 5–15% sits in limbo due to missed invoices, declined cards, and poor systems. Using real-world examples, he shows how thousands of dollars can slip through the cracks each season without you even noticing. If you feel like you’re working hard but not seeing the profit, this episode will help you identify where the money is going and how to fix it. Episode Links: Apple Podcast Listeners- Copy and paste the links below into your browser. Upcoming Events: Profit Accelerator LIVE (June 26–27, 2026, Richmond, VA):An intensive experience designed to help lawn and landscape business owners dial in their numbers, increase profitability, and build a scalable business with clear strategy and execution. Sign up and learn more: Lawn & Landscape Technology Conference (July 22–24, Scottsdale, AZ) : A hands-on event focused on AI, software, and systems to help you run a more efficient and profitable green industry business. Sign up and learn more: Equip Expo (October 20–23, 2026, Louisville, KY): The largest trade show in the green industry, bringing together contractors, equipment manufacturers, and business leaders for four days of equipment demos, networking, and real-world strategies to help you grow and scale your business. Tickets are just $12.50 with promo code PAJAK through May 30, then prices go up. Lock in your ticket now and take advantage of the discount. Sign up and learn more: Show Partners: Yardbook Simplify your business and be more profitable. Please visit Get 30 days of Premium Business level of Yardbook for FREE with promo code PAJAK Mr. Producer Click the link to connect with Thee Best Podcast Producer in the biz!
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5 Truths About Business Ownership Nobody Warned You About Ep. #502
05/18/2026
5 Truths About Business Ownership Nobody Warned You About Ep. #502
Nobody talks about the emotional and personal challenges of running a business, but every owner experiences them. In this episode, John breaks down five hard truths about business ownership and shows how these challenges are actually the path to growth, leadership, and long-term success. Episode Links: Apple Podcast Listeners- Copy and paste the links below into your browser. Upcoming Events: Profit Accelerator LIVE (June 26–27, 2026, Richmond, VA):An intensive experience designed to help lawn and landscape business owners dial in their numbers, increase profitability, and build a scalable business with clear strategy and execution. Sign up and learn more: Lawn & Landscape Technology Conference (July 22–24, Scottsdale, AZ) :A hands-on event focused on AI, software, and systems to help you run a more efficient and profitable green industry business. Sign up and learn more: Equip Expo (October 20–23, 2026, Louisville, KY): The largest trade show in the green industry, bringing together contractors, equipment manufacturers, and business leaders for four days of equipment demos, networking, and real-world strategies to help you grow and scale your business. Tickets are just $12.50 with promo code PAJAK through May 30, then prices go up. Lock in your ticket now and take advantage of the discount. Sign up and learn more: Show Partners: Yardbook Simplify your business and be more profitable. Please visit Get 30 days of Premium Business level of Yardbook for FREE with promo code PAJAK Mr. Producer Click the link to connect with Thee Best Podcast Producer in the biz!
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Why Smart Operators Invest In Industry Events Ep. #501
05/15/2026
Why Smart Operators Invest In Industry Events Ep. #501
In Episode 501 of Profits with Pajak, John breaks down three major upcoming industry events: Profit Accelerator LIVE, the Lawn & Landscape Technology Conference, and Equip Expo. Learn what makes each event unique, why investing in yourself matters, and how getting in the room with the right people can completely change your business trajectory. Episode Links: Apple Podcast Listeners- Copy and paste the links below into your browser. Upcoming Events: Profit Accelerator LIVE (June 26–27, 2026, Richmond, VA):An intensive experience designed to help lawn and landscape business owners dial in their numbers, increase profitability, and build a scalable business with clear strategy and execution. Sign up and learn more: Lawn & Landscape Technology Conference (July 22–24, Scottsdale, AZ) :A hands-on event focused on AI, software, and systems to help you run a more efficient and profitable green industry business. Sign up and learn more: Equip Expo (October 20–23, 2026, Louisville, KY): The largest trade show in the green industry, bringing together contractors, equipment manufacturers, and business leaders for four days of equipment demos, networking, and real-world strategies to help you grow and scale your business. Tickets are just $12.50 with promo code PAJAK through May 30, then prices go up. Lock in your ticket now and take advantage of the discount. Sign up and learn more: Show Partners: Yardbook Simplify your business and be more profitable. Please visit Get 30 days of Premium Business level of Yardbook for FREE with promo code PAJAK Mr. Producer Click the link to connect with Thee Best Podcast Producer in the biz!
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500 Episodes Later… Here’s What I Believe About This Industry Ep. #500
05/13/2026
500 Episodes Later… Here’s What I Believe About This Industry Ep. #500
After 500 episodes of Profits with Pajak, John reflects on the biggest lessons he has learned about the green industry, profitability, burnout, leadership, pricing, technology, and long-term business growth. This milestone episode dives deep into the realities many operators face behind the scenes and challenges listeners to build businesses that create freedom instead of constant stress. Episode Links: Apple Podcast Listeners- Copy and paste the links below into your browser. Upcoming Events: Profit Accelerator LIVE (June 26–27, 2026, Richmond, VA):An intensive experience designed to help lawn and landscape business owners dial in their numbers, increase profitability, and build a scalable business with clear strategy and execution. Sign up and learn more: Lawn & Landscape Technology Conference (July 22–24, Scottsdale, AZ) :A hands-on event focused on AI, software, and systems to help you run a more efficient and profitable green industry business. Sign up and learn more: Equip Expo (October 20–23, 2026, Louisville, KY): The largest trade show in the green industry, bringing together contractors, equipment manufacturers, and business leaders for four days of equipment demos, networking, and real-world strategies to help you grow and scale your business. Tickets are just $12.50 with promo code PAJAK through May 30, then prices go up. Lock in your ticket now and take advantage of the discount. Sign up and learn more: Show Partners: Yardbook Simplify your business and be more profitable. Please visit Get 30 days of Premium Business level of Yardbook for FREE with promo code PAJAK Mr. Producer Click the link to connect with Thee Best Podcast Producer in the biz!
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Give Your Business a Spring Report Card Ep. #499
05/11/2026
Give Your Business a Spring Report Card Ep. #499
Happy Mother’s Day from Profits with Pajak! In today’s episode, John discusses why Mother’s Day is the perfect mid-spring checkpoint for your business. Learn how to give your company an honest “spring report card,” identify what’s working, fix what isn’t, and make adjustments before the season gets away from you. Episode Links: Apple Podcast Listeners- Copy and paste the links below into your browser. Upcoming Events: Profit Accelerator LIVE (June 26–27, 2026, Richmond, VA):An intensive experience designed to help lawn and landscape business owners dial in their numbers, increase profitability, and build a scalable business with clear strategy and execution. Sign up and learn more: Lawn & Landscape Technology Conference (July 22–24, Scottsdale, AZ) :A hands-on event focused on AI, software, and systems to help you run a more efficient and profitable green industry business. Sign up and learn more: Equip Expo (October 20–23, 2026, Louisville, KY): The largest trade show in the green industry, bringing together contractors, equipment manufacturers, and business leaders for four days of equipment demos, networking, and real-world strategies to help you grow and scale your business. Tickets are just $12.50 with promo code PAJAK through May 30, then prices go up. Lock in your ticket now and take advantage of the discount. Sign up and learn more: Show Partners: Yardbook Simplify your business and be more profitable. Please visit Get 30 days of Premium Business level of Yardbook for FREE with promo code PAJAK Mr. Producer Click the link to connect with Thee Best Podcast Producer in the biz!
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The Day Our Spray Rig Got T-Boned Ep. #498
05/08/2026
The Day Our Spray Rig Got T-Boned Ep. #498
One distracted driver. One parked spray truck. One split-second impact that nearly became an environmental disaster. In this episode of Profits with Pajak, John Pajak shares what happened when a driver slammed into a parked F-250 spray rig and compromised the herbicide mix tank near a freshwater retention pond. John walks listeners through how quick thinking, spill containment kits, drain seals, transfer equipment, and proper training helped prevent the situation from escalating into something far worse. This is a raw and honest conversation about the side of business ownership nobody talks about until it happens to them. Episode Links: Apple Podcast Listeners- Copy and paste the links below into your browser. Upcoming Events: Profit Accelerator LIVE (June 26–27, 2026, Richmond, VA):An intensive experience designed to help lawn and landscape business owners dial in their numbers, increase profitability, and build a scalable business with clear strategy and execution. Sign up and learn more: Lawn & Landscape Technology Conference (July 22–24, Scottsdale, AZ) :A hands-on event focused on AI, software, and systems to help you run a more efficient and profitable green industry business. Sign up and learn more: Equip Expo (October 20–23, 2026, Louisville, KY): The largest trade show in the green industry, bringing together contractors, equipment manufacturers, and business leaders for four days of equipment demos, networking, and real-world strategies to help you grow and scale your business. Tickets are just $12.50 with promo code PAJAK through May 30, then prices go up. Lock in your ticket now and take advantage of the discount. Sign up and learn more: Show Partners: Yardbook Simplify your business and be more profitable. Please visit Get 30 days of Premium Business level of Yardbook for FREE with promo code PAJAK Mr. Producer Click the link to connect with Thee Best Podcast Producer in the biz!
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Tightening the Machine: How I Made TTLC More Efficient Ep. #497
05/06/2026
Tightening the Machine: How I Made TTLC More Efficient Ep. #497
You don’t always need to raise your prices to make more money. Sometimes… you just need to stop wasting time. In this episode, John breaks down a real-world efficiency breakthrough inside Turf Tamer Lawn Care. What started as a simple timing exercise turned into a major discovery: every third lawn was taking longer, not because of the property, but because of a hidden inefficiency in the refill process. From batch mixing on-site to building a streamlined nurse tank system, John walks through the exact steps he took to reduce refill time, eliminate wasted motion, and increase daily production without adding more hours. If you’re feeling busy but not seeing the profit you expect, this episode will help you identify where your time is really going, and how to fix it. What You’ll Learn How tracking time reveals hidden inefficiencies in your business The real reason some jobs take longer than others How to streamline your refill and production process Why small operational improvements can lead to big profit gains How to increase output without adding more hours Episode Links: Apple Podcast Listeners- Copy and paste the links below into your browser. Upcoming Events: Lawn & Landscape Technology Conference (July 22–24, Scottsdale, AZ) : A hands-on event focused on AI, software, and systems to help you run a more efficient and profitable green industry business. Sign up and learn more: Profit Accelerator LIVE (June 26–27, 2026, Richmond, VA): An intensive experience designed to help lawn and landscape business owners dial in their numbers, increase profitability, and build a scalable business with clear strategy and execution. Sign up and learn more: Equip Expo (October 20–23, 2026, Louisville, KY): The largest trade show in the green industry, bringing together contractors, equipment manufacturers, and business leaders for four days of equipment demos, networking, and real-world strategies to help you grow and scale your business. Tickets are just $12.50 with promo code PAJAK through May 30, then prices go up. Lock in your ticket now and take advantage of the discount. Sign up and learn more: Show Partners: Yardbook Simplify your business and be more profitable. Please visit Get 30 days of Premium Business level of Yardbook for FREE with promo code PAJAK Mr. Producer Click the link to connect with Thee Best Podcast Producer in the biz!
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Stop Absorbing Costs: Why Your Business Isn’t a Charity Ep. #496
05/04/2026
Stop Absorbing Costs: Why Your Business Isn’t a Charity Ep. #496
Costs are rising across the board, fuel, fertilizer, equipment, and labor, but many lawn care operators are still charging last year’s prices. That gap doesn’t just disappear… it comes straight out of your profit. In this episode, we break down how quietly absorbing these increases can destroy your margins over time, and what you need to do right now to correct course before the season gets away from you. If you’ve ever felt busy but not profitable, this one is going to hit home. Episode Links: Apple Podcast Listeners- Copy and paste the links below into your browser. Upcoming Events: Lawn & Landscape Technology Conference (July 22–24, Scottsdale, AZ) : A hands-on event focused on AI, software, and systems to help you run a more efficient and profitable green industry business. Sign up and learn more: Profit Accelerator LIVE (June 26–27, 2026, Richmond, VA): An intensive experience designed to help lawn and landscape business owners dial in their numbers, increase profitability, and build a scalable business with clear strategy and execution. Sign up and learn more: Equip Expo (October 20–23, 2026, Louisville, KY): The largest trade show in the green industry, bringing together contractors, equipment manufacturers, and business leaders for four days of equipment demos, networking, and real-world strategies to help you grow and scale your business. Tickets are just $12.50 with promo code PAJAK through May 30, then prices go up. Lock in your ticket now and take advantage of the discount. Sign up and learn more: Show Partners: Yardbook Simplify your business and be more profitable. Please visit Get 30 days of Premium Business level of Yardbook for FREE with promo code PAJAK Mr. Producer Click the link to connect with Thee Best Podcast Producer in the biz!
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They Said $500 Was Too Expensive… Then I Checked My Fuel Bill Ep. #495
05/01/2026
They Said $500 Was Too Expensive… Then I Checked My Fuel Bill Ep. #495
What started as a conversation about fuel costs turned into a bigger discussion about pricing. If customers have been pushing back on your numbers, this episode will help you stay grounded in reality and confident in what you charge. Episode Links: Apple Podcast Listeners- Copy and paste the links below into your browser. Upcoming Events: Lawn & Landscape Technology Conference (July 22–24, Scottsdale, AZ) : A hands-on event focused on AI, software, and systems to help you run a more efficient and profitable green industry business. Sign up and learn more: Profit Accelerator LIVE (June 26–27, 2026, Richmond, VA): An intensive experience designed to help lawn and landscape business owners dial in their numbers, increase profitability, and build a scalable business with clear strategy and execution. Sign up and learn more: Equip Expo (October 20–23, 2026, Louisville, KY): The largest trade show in the green industry, bringing together contractors, equipment manufacturers, and business leaders for four days of equipment demos, networking, and real-world strategies to help you grow and scale your business. Tickets are just $12.50 with promo code PAJAK through May 30, then prices go up. Lock in your ticket now and take advantage of the discount. Sign up and learn more: Show Partners: Yardbook Simplify your business and be more profitable. Please visit Get 30 days of Premium Business level of Yardbook for FREE with promo code PAJAK Mr. Producer Click the link to connect with Thee Best Podcast Producer in the biz!
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How to Beat Your Competition Without Lowering Your Prices Ep. #494
04/29/2026
How to Beat Your Competition Without Lowering Your Prices Ep. #494
Competition is everywhere in the green industry, but most business owners are responding the wrong way. In this episode, John Pajak breaks down how to handle competitors without slashing your prices or sacrificing your profit. Learn how to position your business, increase your value, and win the right customers using proven strategies that actually work. Episode Links: Apple Podcast Listeners- Copy and paste the links below into your browser. Upcoming Events: Lawn & Landscape Technology Conference (July 22–24, Scottsdale, AZ) : A hands-on event focused on AI, software, and systems to help you run a more efficient and profitable green industry business. Sign up and learn more: Profit Accelerator LIVE (June 26–27, 2026, Richmond, VA): An intensive experience designed to help lawn and landscape business owners dial in their numbers, increase profitability, and build a scalable business with clear strategy and execution. Sign up and learn more: Equip Expo : 2026 Tickets are 50% OFF with promo code Pajak Show Partners: Yardbook Simplify your business and be more profitable. Please visit Get 30 days of Premium Business level of Yardbook for FREE with promo code PAJAK Mr. Producer Click the link to connect with Thee Best Podcast Producer in the biz!
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Working With Subcontractors, What Nobody Tells You Ep. #493
04/27/2026
Working With Subcontractors, What Nobody Tells You Ep. #493
Subcontractors can help you grow faster, reduce overhead, and expand your services, but they also come with trade-offs. In this episode, John Pajak breaks down the realities of subcontracting from both sides, sharing real-world experience as both a subcontractor and a general contractor. Learn the pros, the pitfalls, and how to use subcontractors the right way in your business. Listener Takeaways · The true trade-off between control and growth· When subcontracting makes sense and when it doesn’t· How to protect your reputation while using subcontractors· Why communication and scope of work are everything· How to decide if you should be a subcontractor or a general contractor Episode Links: Apple Podcast Listeners- Copy and paste the links below into your browser. Upcoming Events: Equip Expo : 2026 Tickets are 50% OFF with promo code Pajak Show Partners: Yardbook Simplify your business and be more profitable. Please visit Get 30 days of Premium Business level of Yardbook for FREE with promo code PAJAK Mr. Producer Click the link to connect with Thee Best Podcast Producer in the biz!
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