The hidden toll of running a small business is very real
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In this episode of the Roots to podcastScott from SE Landscapes, who shares his journey of building and downsizing a landscaping business in Northeast England.
Scott recounts his early days, transitioning from an apprenticeship in landscaping to eventually starting his own business after his previous employer went out of business.
He discusses the challenges and stresses of managing a growing team, the decision to downsize for personal and professional well-being, and providing insights on navigating the domestic and commercial sectors of the industry.
Additionally, Scott touches on his experiences running a YouTube channel where he offers business tips and tool reviews for aspiring landscapers.
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Chapters
1. Initial Challenges (00:00:00)
2. Meet Scott from SE Landscapes (00:01:02)
3. Early Challenges and Breakthroughs (00:04:14)
4. Managing and Downsizing the Business (00:06:13)
5. Commercial vs. Domestic Work (00:08:13)
6. Advice for Aspiring Landscapers (00:09:43)
7. The Decision to Downsize (00:11:30)
8. Reflections and Future Plans (00:15:26)
9. Scott's YouTube Channel (00:18:31)
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