Best Counterman Podcasts (2024)

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PROBLEMS with being an OWNER - and an Early Review on Jobber 24:14

1y ago24:14

24:14

Hey everyone ! Today's episode I talk mostly about getting started back up from spring, the things we have seen/done and what it is like to try to take more of a role as an owner. I also touch little on the CRM Jobber as I experiment with a new way of working! Support the Show.By Alex Counterman

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Starting a Lawn Care Business in 2023 39:37

1+ y ago39:37

39:37

My take on how I would address getting started on my business for the first time in 2023 using a 5W system, who what when where why. By answering those questions you find the deep answer to why you want to get into the industry, what type of business you plan to operate and a good guideline to get you started. It's also the first steps to break fre…

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Getting Started with Snow Plowing - Using AI To Get Business Tips 26:37

1+ y ago26:37

26:37

On today's episode we catch up with where we are at, the season is just about done and we are tying up some loose ends with clean ups. We've had snow, we have more snow in the forecast and the name of the game is make money. Whether we are plowing or doing leaf clean ups, we just want to keep churning the money pot! What do you need to get started …

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How to START a business and Succeed w/ Austin Larsen From Viking Sewer Rehab and Chad Counterman 1:14:51

1+ y ago1:14:51

1:14:51

We had a Special Guest Austin Larsen from VIKING SEWER REHAB on today to talk about starting a business in another industry and the similarities and differences of what it's like. It really goes to show that all businesses grow from similar seeds. Special thanks to Chad Counterman for joining us on the show as well to add to the conversation. This …

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Equipment Troubles AGAIN and AGAIN!! - The Importance of Maintenance and pre-trips 32:22

1+ y ago32:22

32:22

Hey LCT Fans, friends, and family! We talk about maintenance and the problems we've faced this season with constant issues, things breaking, and needing to be prepared. Enjoy the episode and make sure you keep up with your preventative maintenance plans and ensure you budget in maintenance to your contracts/bids! Otherwise you'll be paying out of p…

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Leaves, Snow, Bidding, Leads, and More [Part 2] w/ Mike Gunn and Mikey Wegner 1:02:52

1+ y ago1:02:52

1:02:52

Today we are joined by Mike Gunn and Mikey Wegner, co-hosts of The Lawn Care Community podcast. Mike has 12+ years in the industry and Mikey has 7+ years. Combined we come at you with over 20 years of experience in this podcast to talk about bidding, websites, generating leads, pricing leaves, equipment and more! This episode is a PART 2 of the int…

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Solo or Employees? What Is Better? 36:09

1+ y ago36:09

36:09

Let's talk about having a team or being a solo operator? Is it about safety, money, time, customer experience, workload, burnout, overhead, or control? Eh, its about all that and more! Listen to thursday's episode to hear from the Lawn Care Community guys Mike and Mikey! Have a great week my friends! Support the Show.…

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Is Electric Equipment Taking Over Our Industry? 27:45

1+ y ago27:45

27:45

Special thanks to Tony's Lawn care for the video footage to watch what was going on at EQUIP since we weren't able to make it. Electric equipment seemed to be the big topic this year at EQUIP and for BIG reasons. Some a little hotter than others (if you know you know), but the new mowers coming to market and the new hand held equipment is going to …

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Pricing Isn't One Size Fits ALL! Don't Be A Keyboard Warrior! 23:28

1+ y ago23:28

23:28

Facebook groups and instagram among the other social medias can be ruthless for new entrepreneurs, content creators and the like. The can also be valuable resources. Don't be the guy/girl who has nothing positive to contribute. Everybody starts somewhere, let's grow together. Talk a little more about the F250 we purchased and why it makes sense. I'…

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Fall Pricing, New Truck and EQUIP EXPO 28:15

1+ y ago28:15

28:15

Hey y'all. If you're at EXPO this week please please have a great time and send and post pics! Appreciate the listeners who stuck around or found the show while I took a break here after having a baby and settling into being a dad of 2. Time to get back to the show! Today's episode is updates on our business, some talk about pricing leaves and fall…

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Pricing, Profitability, Route Density, Landscaping, and MORE! 47:46

2y ago47:46

47:46

You ever just disappear for a while, just to come back with a bang? Hello y'all and welcome to the Lawn Care Together podcast! I've been slacking since having a baby, but here we are, business is BOOMIN and I'm exhausted. The heat doesn't help. But, the show must go on, so please listen in and enjoy the show as we talk about profitability, route de…

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Why WEEKLY is better than BI-WEEKLY - You should ONLY accept weekly lawns! 14:10

2y ago14:10

14:10

There's a few exceptions to the rule, but at the end of the day, weekly lawns are better for everyone. The grass is healthier, the customer is always happy, your schedule is consistent and more. Listen in for the details on today's episode! Thanks for listening! Business Inquiries: Email us at lawncaretogether@gmail.com SUPPORT US ON BUY ME A COFFE…

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How To Price Your Services 27:32

2y ago27:32

27:32

Have you tripped, stumbled, and fallen over your prices yet? You'll get there! Listen to the podcast today to get some info on how we price, how much we charge for mulch/yd and how we go about pricing our lawns. Don't be afraid to talk to other landscapers in your area to get a better gauge on what they're charging so you aren't the guy out there b…

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Landscaping v.s. Lawn Care - Which is better? 32:44

2y ago32:44

32:44

Today we go into what makes Landscaping better than lawn care and lawn care better than landscaping! We also talk a little about getting the work done and customer who stare at you while you work. Thanks for listening! Business Inquiries: Email us at lawncaretogether@gmail.com SUPPORT US ON BUY ME A COFFEE All support goes towards equipment to make…

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How to make MORE MONEY with LESS EFFORT - Route Density 15:05

2y ago15:05

15:05

Ever feel like you're in the truck more than you are mowing? Solve that problem with ROUTE DENSITY! Thanks for listening to our infomercial! But really, if you want to cut time out of your day, speed up your lawns and make the day go fast but end the day with more money, route density is the answer. Start with what you can get and grow. Listen in f…

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Is SOLO the BEST option for your business? - Be Profitable 20:17

2y ago20:17

20:17

Is solo, duo, or having a 3rd man on the crew the best option? Listen in to my take on it today, and enjoy the episode! Thanks for listening! Business Inquiries: Email us at lawncaretogether@gmail.com SUPPORT US ON BUY ME A COFFEE All support goes towards equipment to make it sound better and come out regularly! Follow us on Instagram @lawncaretoge…

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Getting the Work Done 12:30

2y ago12:30

12:30

A friend (of the show) once said, "Lose more sleep". That's Brian Fullerton from Fullerton Unfiltered podcast on how much he works, how he gets it done, and what he knows is necessary to be successful. Its tough love and it's exactly what we need sometimes. Take a listen to hear my perspective. Thanks for listening! Business Inquiries: Email us at …

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The Best Free AND Organized Way to Bill Customers - Special Announcement 17:04

2y ago17:04

17:04

Our baby was born, Marley Rae Counterman has entered the lawn care group chat. I dive into a little about how we bill our customers, when we charge and what software we use to do it. Thanks for listening! Business Inquiries: Email us at lawncaretogether@gmail.com SUPPORT US ON BUY ME A COFFEE All support goes towards equipment to make it sound bett…

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Failed Attempt at a Lawn Care Company - Rebounding in business 10:46

2y ago10:46

10:46

Hello and welcome to a story time with Alex. We dive into a fun story that happened to me, that wasn't so fun in the moment. It was my first attempt at a lawn care company gone wrong. Thanks for listening! Business Inquiries: Email us at lawncaretogether@gmail.com SUPPORT US ON BUY ME A COFFEE All support goes towards equipment to make it sound bet…

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Lawn Care Brothers Unite Challenge - Mowtivation - Accountability 7:40

2y ago7:40

7:40

DAY 1 of the LCBU challenge is underway and thanks to our friend Tony Rudolph with the Lawn Care Talk podcast we will be joining in and trying to get as much content out via the podcast space until we hit GIE/EQUIP expo. I look forward to getting out as much content as possible and sharing our day to day with you! Enjoy! Thanks for listening! Busin…

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EQUIP Expo - Handling Spring Rush Stress - Networking 43:11

2y ago43:11

43:11

Hello and welcome! On today's episode its jam packed with details about Equip expo, my potential plans and inspired by our new friend Tony Rudolph from the Lawn Care Talk Podcast. I also go into some details/review on the new SCAG push mower, EGO push mower, and some business numbers. Enjoy the show! Thanks for listening! Business Inquiries: Email …

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Delegate Your Wasted Time - Professionalism - Keep Your Shirt ON at the Gas Station. 31:08

2y ago31:08

31:08

Tips on today's show feed off the wise Keith Kalfas. Think about how you spend your time, what you hate doing, and what makes you the most money. What should you do to increase doing what you like, making more money, and eliminating the rest? Delegate, find a free lancer, order your groceries, and more. Listen in for some potential life changing ad…

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Crazy Spring - Mower Problems - Non Stop Calls 26:52

2y ago26:52

26:52

Hello! We're BACK! This has been a BIZZARE spring. We went from 20 customers last year to over 50 this year and counting! With extra lawns comes the extra set backs of scheduling conflicts, mower breakdowns and more! How has it been for y'all? Let us know @lawncaretogether Instagram! If you're interested in being a guest on the podcast please DM me…

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Increase Your Efficiency - You Make The Schedule, Not The Customer 15:49

2y ago15:49

15:49

Don't let the customer dictate your schedule. If you can't do landscape projects until summer, then let them know that. ALSO, our commercial mowers have revolutionized our business, and we get into why I think everyone needs to consider commercial equipment if you haven't already! Thanks for listening! Support the Show.…

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Quality vs Speed, Work to Your Strengths 17:12

2y ago17:12

17:12

On today's episode I get into the difference of someone who works quick versus someone who provides top quality to their customer. You can work quick and still do good work, but there Thanks for getting us to 1000 DOWNLOADS! Have a happy Friday and CRUSH IT out there as we close out the week! SUPPORT US ON BUY ME A COFFEE All support goes towards e…

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Can you start out PART TIME? 24:28

2y ago24:28

24:28

Today I break down some important topics on starting out part time and deciding whether a part time company is worth it or if you should find something else. Enjoy the Episode! Thanks for listening! SUPPORT US ON BUY ME A COFFEE All support goes towards equipment to make it sound better and come out regularly! Follow us on Instagram @lawncaretogeth…

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31. Learn to say NO! - Broken Equipment - Work Life Balance 46:13

2y ago46:13

46:13

Today's episode is a return of a 2 week hiatus and is jam packed with tips, updates and equipment talk. We really hope everyone is out there killing it in spring! We've started cutting lawns in NE Pennsylvania which means EVERYONE is probably cutting now, unless of course you're in the mid west and getting hammered with snow in mid/late April. What…

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30. UNDERCUT By Chuck In the Truck 12:04

2+ y ago12:04

12:04

On toady's episode we discuss competition, and getting undercut by the guy who has no overhead, no dependents, and no idea what he's doing. If you like getting these podcasts two to three times a week, please subscribe and turn on notifications! We'd love to cover your questions on the podcast! DM us on Instagram any question or comment you may hav…

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29. Should you buy SCAG? Cheetah II First Impression 13:20

2+ y ago13:20

13:20

On Today's episode we talk about the first impressions of the SCAG Cheetah II we just got this week. Spoiler Alert - We're EXCITED to use it this season. If you like getting these podcasts two to three times a week, please subscribe and turn on notifications! We'd love to cover your questions on the podcast! DM us on Instagram any question or comme…

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28. NEW MOWERS, Company Update and Spring Expectations 15:55

2+ y ago15:55

15:55

Episode 28 is a special bonus episode with updates on our mower in the shop, the new mowers that we ordered, and what we have been up to. Get the details on the show today and keep listening for more "how to" content coming next week. If you like getting these podcasts two to three times a week, please subscribe and turn on notifications! We'd love…

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27.Lawn Care Marketing TIPS for Spring 2022! 24:07

2+ y ago24:07

24:07

On today's episode we talk the top 3 or 4 marketing strategies we are using for our company, the results we got from them and what we suggest you do if you're another small company. If you like getting these podcasts two to three times a week, please subscribe and turn on notifications! We'd love to cover your questions on the podcast! DM us on Ins…

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26. Avoid Imposter Syndrome and SET GOALS for 2022 9:49

2+ y ago9:49

9:49

We've missed you! We are back after a busy week or two and have a few podcasts coming down the pipe and some exciting updates! For today's episode we talk about imposter syndrome, setting goals, and growing into the business and person you want to become! Take a listen and leave the important RATING AND REVIEW! We appreciate you listening and hope …

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25. Landscape Trailer, Enclosed, or Dump Trailer? 13:21

2+ y ago13:21

13:21

Just getting started? Looking to expand and trying to decide if you should buy an enclosed trailer, landscape trailer or dump trailer this year? What makes sense for your business? We'll discuss that all in today's episode! THANK YOU! We have now reached 25 episodes and are on the cusp of 500 downloads! Its not a lot but its honest work! Please con…

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24. Avoiding Burn Out and Self Sabotage 16:30

2+ y ago16:30

16:30

Business can be hard and there is a few things you might want to avoid here in the 2022 season. Don't hold yourself back, take a listen to today's episode and get ready to kick this season's butt! If you like getting these podcasts two to three times a week, please subscribe and turn on notifications! We'd love to cover your questions on the podcas…

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23. Buying Equipment, Acquiring Customers, and Gas Prices with Cary Counterman (Co-Owner) 51:55

2+ y ago51:55

51:55

On today's episode we bring on my partner, the co-owner of Blades LLC, a man who's done it all and is full of wisdom. We talk about the investments we've made into our business, the struggle as business owners to find help and be okay with letting them do the work, gas prices, getting customers and more! Take a listen to find out more! This is a go…

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22. Get Organized With a CRM Before The spring RUSH! 21:59

2+ y ago21:59

21:59

Feel like your paperwork is everywhere? Can't keep track of who you have to service tomorrow and who you already mowed this week? Look into a CRM like the ones we talk about on today's episode! If you like getting these podcasts two to three times a week, please subscribe and turn on notifications! We'd love to cover your questions on the podcast! …

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21. How to Raise Your Prices - Being Confident Going Into Spring 22:43

2+ y ago22:43

22:43

Hello and welcome to the Lawn Care Together Podcast! Today we talk EXACTLY how we raised our prices going into 2022. I share how I went from shaking in my boots thinking about raising prices to having the confidence to raise the prices on all our customers and handle the rest of our finances in our business. If you like getting these podcasts two t…

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20. Growing Your Lawn Care Business - New Equipment! 22:03

2+ y ago22:03

22:03

On today's episode we talk equipment, business motivation, how to grow, and key thoughts to have an OWNER's mindset and not think like an employee in your business! If you like getting these podcasts two to three times a week, please subscribe and turn on notifications! We'd love to cover your questions on the podcast! DM us on Instagram any questi…

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19. Stress of Raising Prices and Getting Ready for Spring 13:03

2+ y ago13:03

13:03

On today's episode we discuss the stress of the business owner as associated costs of running a business continue to increase and how that affects our customers, and the mentality of raising their price. We also discuss a few getting ready for spring details as they pertain to our business, and maybe yours as well. Enjoy the episode! If you like ge…

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18. Why You Should Do Community Service! 16:32

2+ y ago16:32

16:32

On today's episode we go briefly go into some community service I was involved in this past week and the impact it had on me, and why I think its great for any business. Listen in to get the details! Enjoy the episode! If you like getting these podcasts two to three times a week, please subscribe and turn on notifications! We'd love to cover your q…

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17. First LCT Interview with Chad Counterman 56:32

2+ y ago56:32

56:32

Today we turn a page in the book for The Lawn Care Together Podcast and host our first guest, interviewing one of our employees and an indirect stakeholder in our company, my brother Chad Counterman. We appreciate the time he spent to talk with myself today and hope that the transparency of our conversation provides some tips and general informatio…

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16. My top 3 podcasts about lawncare 14:45

2+ y ago14:45

14:45

On today's episode we speak about 3 of my favorite lawn care podcasts outside of the Lawn Care Together Podcast. The info they share on a regularly basis has helped transform my business and lead me to start my own podcast. Please go give their podcasts a listen after you finish today's show! If you like getting these podcasts two to three times a …

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15. Self Motivated Success 15:21

2+ y ago15:21

15:21

Do you ever feel like nobody is excited about your dreams? Maybe that even get's you a little down and ready to throw it all away? On today's episode we talk about how to get self motivated, avoid burn out and get yourself back on the right track to motivate yourself to be successful! If you like getting these podcasts two to three times a week, pl…

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14. My Spring Theory 9:11

2+ y ago9:11

9:11

On today's episode I give my quick theory on when spring will start and what we can expect in the next month or so. If you like getting these podcasts twice a week, please subscribe and turn on notifications! We'd love to cover your questions on the podcast! DM us on Instagram any question or comment you may have and we will try to incorporate it i…

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13. Get Uncomfortable or Go Broke 12:25

2+ y ago12:25

12:25

Like the title says, you can be broke, or you can push your limits, learn new things, and grow a business that makes you and those in your circle the money you imagined when you decided to start a lawn care company. If you like getting these podcasts twice a week, please subscribe and turn on notifications! We'd love to cover your questions on the …

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12. How To Stand Out From the Crowd! 13:06

2+ y ago13:06

13:06

On today's episode we talk about a few effective techniques to make your company stand out from the crowd. If you like getting these podcasts twice a week, please subscribe and turn on notifications! We'd love to cover your questions on the podcast! DM us on Instagram any question or comment you may have and we will try to incorporate it in the nex…

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11. An Update and Insight on OUR business 13:53

2+ y ago13:53

13:53

On today's episode we talk a little about Blades and the success we have seen, our plans for the future and how we intend to grow. We will embrace the long game and work hard until we are successful, and keep on sharing our journey through the podcast as we grow and new things pop up! If you like getting these podcasts twice a week, please subscrib…

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10. Key Attributes of an Equipment Dealer 11:03

2+ y ago11:03

11:03

In today's short episode we talk about a few things we look for in our equipment dealers. We have 2 equipment dealers and have had success with both. Feel free to weigh in on what you think makes an good equipment dealer! We'd love to cover your questions on the podcast! DM us on Instagram any question or comment you may have and we will try to inc…

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9. The Struggle With Getting Properly Insured 25:05

2+ y ago25:05

25:05

Sometimes getting insured isn't as cut and dry as getting a quote from an insurance company and saying yes. Spend the time to do your research, compare quotes, speak to an agent and figure out what is covered. Listen to today's episode to get some more info about how we struggled to get plowing insurance and my tips and reasons why its important to…

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8. Snow Plowing With Confidence 18:19

2+ y ago18:19

18:19

Plowing Snow with confidence includes having a logging system to handle your day, track your hours, equipment use, material use and more. Listen in to today's podcast to get the details on our first day of snow plowing and how I feel about snow plowing for a every day lawn care professional. We'd love to cover your questions on the podcast! DM us o…

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