Synopsis
Learn how to start a successful lawn care and landscaping business!These are short, digestible, actionable tips to get your business off the ground and successful.Mike Andes is the host of the show. In the past three years he took Augusta Lawn Care from 0 to $100K/month in revenue... This course is about HOW he did... step-by-step. Mike is also an author (Millennial Millionaire) and host of the Business Bootcamp Podcast (businessbootcamppodcast.com)Similar to Dirt Monkey, Lawn Care Millionaire, and Landscape Business Pro podcasts... just way better! ;-)
Episodes
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Fall Cleanups, Leaf Removal, Property Cleanups - Lawn Care Business 101
01/10/2019 Duration: 10minIn this episode, I share 4 tips that will help you grow your business during Q4 and take advantage of the influx in leads during the Fall season when everyone needs a property cleanup. ONLINE COURSE: https://www.landscapebusinesscourse.com LAWN CARE FRANCHISE: https://www.AugustaLawnCareServices.com/franchise
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Adding Services: Is Landscaping Better Than Mowing?
24/09/2019 Duration: 19minSo many landscapers think the grass is greener on the other side! They think that adding another service or type of equipment will "fix" their business issues. Here's why you should CUT BACK your service offering and focus on your core competencies. This episode is sponsored by Jobber. Go to getjobber.com/im/andes to get 20% off your first 6 months.
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Advantages of Being an Augusta Lawn Care Franchise Owner!
20/09/2019 Duration: 39minIn this video, I answer two main questions: 1.) what do you get as a franchisee 2.) what are the fees associated with being a franchisee MORE INFO: AugustaLawnCareServices.com/franchise
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Profit Margin Talk: Getting a $30,000 Lawn Care Contract
17/09/2019 Duration: 25minIn this episode, we discuss profit margins and whether or not you should accept big jobs with little profit... to keep your crew busy. This episode is sponsored by Jobber. Go to getjobber.com/im/andes to get 20% off your first 6 months.
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Q&A - Best Time to Market Leaf Cleanups
15/09/2019 Duration: 27minIn this episode we talk about offering handyman services, marketing Christmas lights, and where to spend your first marketing dollars. This episode is sponsored by Jobber. Go to getjobber.com/im/andes to get 20% off your first 6 months.
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Paying Your Landscape Team: Hourly? Salary? Commissions?
09/09/2019 Duration: 21minShould you pay your office worker a commission on sales? How do you create a fair bonus system for your employees? How can you create an incentive program that retains great talent? This episode is sponsored by Jobber. Go to getjobber.com/im/andes to get 20% off your first 6 months.
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MUST-HAVE Steps to Building a Million Dollar Landscape Business
03/09/2019 Duration: 01h14sIn this live webinar, we talk about the "BIG 3" items you MUST be focused on to build a million dollar lawn care enterprise. Learn what you should delegate and what numbers you need to keep track of EVERY DAY! This episode is sponsored by Jobber. Go to getjobber.com/im/andes to get 20% off your first 6 months.
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Biggest Mistakes... Starting My Lawn Care Business
28/08/2019 Duration: 12minHere's what I would change: 1.) Focus on small residential Customers first 2.) Reduce # of services and SIMPLIFY 3.) Create systems for consistent profits 4.) Increase man hour rate (prices) This episode is sponsored by Jobber. Go to getjobber.com/im/andes to get 20% off your first 6 months.
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When Should Debt Be Used to Grow Your Lawn Care Business?
22/08/2019 Duration: 38minOn this episode, I talk about 4 different reason why you SHOULD use debt to leverage the growth of your business... and then I drop a MASSIVE disclaimer to warn you against the downside of using loans. This episode is sponsored by Jobber. Go to getjobber.com/im/andes to get 20% off your first 6 months.
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The Role of a Foreman and Hiring at the End of the Season
14/08/2019 Duration: 14minOn this episode we talk about what a foreman should be responsible for and whether or not your should hire a new employee late in the Summer. This episode is sponsored by Jobber. Go to getjobber.com/im/andes to get 20% off your first 6 months.
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Create an Estimating System... That Makes Profit!
14/08/2019 Duration: 30minOn this episode we talk about creating systems for your estimate process so that you can make consistent profit margins. This episode is sponsored by Jobber. Go to getjobber.com/im/andes to get 20% off your first 6 months.
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How to Work ON Your Business and Get OUT of the Field
07/08/2019 Duration: 56minHere are the three steps to start working ON your business, instead of IN it! Also, a limited time offer is given for the first 10 Augusta Lawn Care franchisees to receive a massive discount! Go to AugustaLawnCareServices.com/franchise for more information. This episode is sponsored by Jobber. Go to getjobber.com/im/andes to get 20% off your first 6 months.
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Creating a World Class Team
29/07/2019 Duration: 24minToday, I answer question about Team culture... how to create it, how to change it, and why it is so important to the sustainability of your landscape business. Sponsored by Jobber. Go to getjobber.com/im/andes to get 20% off your first 6 months. Go to landscapebusinesscourse.com/conference and signup for Landscape Summit 2020!
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Q&A - Residential VS Commercial Mowing Service
19/07/2019 Duration: 30minIn today's show, I answer several questions... including tips about advertising during the Summer months and if residential mowing is better than commercial. Sponsored by Jobber. Go to getjobber.com/im/andes to get 20% off your first 6 months. Go to landscapebusinesscourse.com/conference and signup for Landscape Summit 2020!
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*Special Episode* - Hosted by Office Staff from Augusta Lawn Care
16/07/2019 Duration: 19minLiz and Loni work at Augusta Lawn Care in the office. Today, you will get a sample of the 3 hour webinar they did for Pro+ members and future franchisees. Go to landscapebusinesscourse.com/conference and signup for Landscape Summit 2020!
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Q&A - How Big Should Your Lawn Care Business Be?
07/07/2019 Duration: 17minToday, I answer Sam's questions about dealing with massive growth in his business. How do you train Customer to buy from the "business" instead of you "the owner"? Go to landscapebusinesscourse.com/conference and signup for Landscape Summit 2020!
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Q&A - Which Service Is Most Profitable In Lawn Care?
02/07/2019 Duration: 35minToday, I answer questions and discuss what the average % profit margins are for mowing, landscaping, irrigation, and fertilization services. Go to landscapebusinesscourse.com/conference and signup for Landscape Summit 2020!
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How to Build Systems and Reduce Employee Damages
23/06/2019 Duration: 49minQ&A Session covering a variety of topics in the lawn care industry. Go to LandscapeBusinessCourse.com and become a member today! Join the Facebook Group and ask your question by following this link: https://www.facebook.com/groups/2223196791284436/
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Office Staff 101 - What Should They Do? How Much Should They Get Paid?
07/06/2019 Duration: 33minGo to LandscapeBusinessCourse.com and become a member today! Join the Facebook Group and ask your question by following this link: https://www.facebook.com/groups/2223196791284436/
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Finding Great Employees and MORE! - Q&A Session
28/05/2019 Duration: 47minGo to LandscapeBusinessCourse.com and become a member today! Join the Facebook Group and ask your question by following this link: https://www.facebook.com/groups/2223196791284436/