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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How I Made $4,277 in One Day! ... by Upselling - Ep.69
27/03/2018 Duration: 18minIn this episode, I discuss the value of upsetting maintenance clients. We show an example of how to triple the value of a customer by upsetting landscaping, lawn treatments, property cleanups, and more! Enroll in the course at LandscapeBusinessCourse.com View the Video Version of this Episode on YouTube Channel: youtube.com/mikeandes
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What Type of Trucks and Trailers to Buy - Ep.68
19/03/2018 Duration: 19minOn this episode, we talk about 3 different types of trucks and 3 different types of trailers... The pros and cons of each. I also share what we use at my company in terms of trucks and trailers. Enroll in the course at LandscapeBusinessCourse.com View the Video Version of this Episode on YouTube Channel: youtube.com/mikeandes
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How I Started a 7-Figure Lawn Care Business - Ep.67
10/03/2018 Duration: 18minIn this episode, I give a detailed story of how I got into the landscaping industry and how I have grown my business since. Enroll in the course at LandscapeBusinessCourse.com View the Video Version of this Episode on YouTube Channel: youtube.com/mikeandes
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Crazy Marketing Strategy to Get More Customers - Ep.66
27/02/2018 Duration: 14minThis is a marketing strategy that gets your brand in front of new home buyers. These individuals are in need of advice and your services. Using Zillow.com you can reach this gold mine of business. Enroll in the course at LandscapeBusinessCourse.com View the Video Version of this Episode on YouTube Channel: youtube.com/mikeandes
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Live Caller - Email Marketing for Existing Customers - EP.65
22/02/2018 Duration: 37minIn this episode, I talk to a landscape business owner about marketing and how to grow his business. I focus on how he can grow the lifetime value of his existing customer base. New customers are not always the BEST customers! Enroll in the course at LandscapeBusinessCourse.com View the Video Version of this Episode on YouTube Channel: youtube.com/mikeandes
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How to Determine Your Hourly Rate - Part 1
18/02/2018 Duration: 13minEnroll in the course at LandscapeBusinessCourse.com View the Video Version of this Episode on YouTube Channel: youtube.com/mikeandes
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The Evolving Job Title of the Owner - Ep.63
06/02/2018 Duration: 15minHow do you scale your business? You start to work ON the business not IN the business. Today, we talk about the STEPS to get there since it can take some time. There are 4 distinct job positions you as the owner need to evolve through. Enroll in the course at LandscapeBusinessCourse.com View the Video Version of this Episode on YouTube Channel: youtube.com/mikeandes
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Demonstration: How to Make Monthly Projections - Ep.62
04/02/2018 Duration: 20minOn today's show I do a demonstration of how you should be planning your business growth for the upcoming year. This episode should be WATCHED on YouTube or Facebook. Enroll in the course at LandscapeBusinessCourse.com View the Video Version of this Episode on YouTube Channel: youtube.com/mikeandes
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What Should Your Profit Margin % Be? - Ep.61
28/01/2018 Duration: 36minToday, we take a DEEP dive on a very simple topic. Your profit margin. We need to stop bragging about our revenue growth and start thinking about the bottom line... Take a deep dive, all the way down to the bottom line! Enroll in the course at LandscapeBusinessCourse.com View the Video Version of this Episode on YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLB2elyHgxdWZay0zYc9jNA
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Tips for SOLO Landscape Entrepreneurs - Ep.60
23/01/2018 Duration: 18minToday, I share two things SOLO landscape business owners must think about if they want to grow their business. Visit LandscapeBusinessCourse.com and contact me if you have questions on how to grow your landscaping business.
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How to Systemize Your Paperwork - Ep.59
16/01/2018 Duration: 27minToday, I show you two documents that we use in our business to run more efficiently. One is the paperwork we use for project management and the other is the estimate form we use for 12 month maintenance contracts.
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SPECIAL STRATEGY EPISODE - Dominate 2018! - Ep.58
02/01/2018 Duration: 02h16minThis is a MUST-LISTEN for all landscape entrepreneurs! Get geared up for 2018 and create a strategy and plan to dominate your market in 2018!
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Part Three - How to Stand Out from the Competition AFTER the Sale - Ep.56
01/01/2018 Duration: 13minThe last part of this three part series outlines 3 ways you can differentiate yourself from the competition after the job has been done.
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Part Two: Separate Yourself From the Competition - Ep.55
31/12/2017 Duration: 18minHow can you separate yourself from the competition? There are sometimes dozens of other landscape companies competing for the work you need to grow your business. We go over two ways that can differentiates your business from all the others.
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Should You Buy Equipment for Tax Write-Off? - Ep.054
20/12/2017 Duration: 29minWarning: this episode is chopped up advice and has a lopped sided perspective.... but it brings a balance to our industry. Should you buy a big mower, skid steer, excavator???
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Would Your Business Fail if the Economy Tanked? - Ep.53
15/12/2017 Duration: 19minIs your business anti-fragile? Is it resilient and nimble or can it be broken easily? If you got injured would the business stop? If the economy tanked would you survive? Learn how to dominate in times of adversity instead of contract and retreat.
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How to Create Your 2018 Marketing Plan to Dominate Your Market - Ep.52
06/12/2017 Duration: 19minThis episode is a BIG announcement! I am doing a FREE webinar for all listeners of the podcast. In this episode of the podcast, I share what I have been up to with my business and share details about the webinar. To sign up just text "LANDSCAPEBUSINESS" to "44222"
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Phone Call About Customer Lifetime Value - Ep.051
14/11/2017 Duration: 40minYou might have lots of customers, but are you creating a profitable company? The caller today has 70+ clients but I want to see a higher average ticket/invoice $$ each month.
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Starting w/ Time But No Cash - Ep.050
25/10/2017 Duration: 54minRon is starting his lawn care business... but its almost WINTER!? Yep, and he doesn't have money to burn on marketing... but it's still possible!
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Going from Homeless to $10K Monthly Revenue - Ep.049
25/10/2017 Duration: 35minTim is a course member and tells his story of going from homeless to landscape business owner. Mike shares how he can go about scaling up his business by 200% or more next year.