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Taking Calculated Risks and Learning from Experience - James Doyle - Innovative Lawn and landscape
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In this conversation, James Doyle, owner of Innovative CT, shares his journey from being a troublemaker in high school to starting his own landscaping business. He talks about the mentors who helped him stay in school and find his path. James discusses how he started his business, focusing on excellent presentation and using social media to showcas…
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Problem-Solving Mindset as a Landscape Company Owner - Vinny Machado - Maple Tree Landscape
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Vinny Machado, owner of Maple Tree Landscape, shares his journey from Brazil to the United States and his path to becoming a successful landscaper. He started his landscaping career working for a company and eventually decided to start his own business. Vinny initially used creative marketing strategies, such as putting flyers in newspapers, to att…
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Tracking Numbers for Business Success and Offering Holiday Lighting - Chris Vazzana - BDD Landscaping
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Chris Vazzana, owner of Black Diamond Design Landscaping, shares his journey in the landscaping industry and how he and his brother built their successful business. They started by doing small landscaping jobs for family members and realized their passion for it. They eventually started their own business and focused on growing their presence on In…
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How to Operate a $2 Million Dollar Lawn Care Company - Tanner Kenison - Green Space Lawn Care
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In this episode, Tanner from Green Space Lawn Care shares his journey of starting a lawn care business at a young age and specializing in Fescue grass. He started by scooping dog poop for neighbors and gradually expanded to mowing lawns. Tanner's goal is to grow his business to 10 locations within North Carolina and eventually offer franchise oppor…
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From Accidental Landscaper to Successful Entrepreneur - Daniel Haynes - Magnolia Landscape Construction
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In this episode, Emmanuel Tajada interviews Daniel Haynes, owner of Magnolia Landscape Construction. Daniel shares his journey of how he accidentally got into landscaping and eventually started his own business. He discusses the challenges he faced and the steps he took to grow his company. Daniel emphasizes the importance of knowing your numbers a…
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Taking Calculated Risks for Growth and Success in Landscaping - Khalan Epp - Kalkare Landscaping
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In this episode of the Digital Toolbox Podcast, host Enmanuel Tajada interviews Kahlan Epp, the owner of Kalkare Landscaping. Kahlan shares his journey of starting his landscaping business at a young age and growing it over the years. He emphasizes the importance of learning and gaining knowledge in the industry, especially in hardscaping. Kahlan d…
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The Systems of a $4 Million Landscape Construction Company - Riley Rivers - Rivers Landscaping
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Riley Rivers, owner of Rivers Landscaping, shares his journey of starting and growing his landscaping business. He started the business with a friend in college and now, seven years later, they have a revenue of over four million and 22 full-time employees. Riley emphasizes the importance of taking care of clients and team members, as word-of-mouth…
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How to Run a Successful Landscape Design Company - Craig Daniels - Prolific Outdoor Living
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Craig Daniels, owner of Prolific Outdoor Living, shares his journey from starting as a grass cutter to becoming a successful landscape designer and builder. He discusses the decision to expand his business from Chicago to California and the importance of having a support system in a new market. Craig explains the shift in his business model from do…
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Growing a Landscaping Company at 20 Years Old - Bryton Beck - Bryton landscaping
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In this conversation, Enmanuel Tejada interviews Bryton, a young landscaper who started his business at the age of 12. They discuss Bryton's journey in the landscaping industry, his approach to client relationships, and his dedication to providing high-quality work. Bryton shares his strategies for finding clients, estimating projects, and building…
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How to Organize Your Landscaping Business with SynkedUp - Weston Zimmerman
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In this episode of the Digital Toolbox podcast, host Enmanuel Tahara interviews Weston from Synked Up, a leading software provider for landscapers and hardscapers. Synked Up helps contractors solve the two main problems that lead to profit loss: inaccurate estimates and incorrect resource allocation. The software provides tools for budgeting, estim…
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How to Operate a Multi Million Dollar Landscape Company - Kevin Scott - Muskoka Landscapers
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Kevin from Muskoka Landscapers shares his journey from high school dropout to successful business owner in the landscaping industry. He discusses his transition from working in the golf industry to starting his own business, the challenges of entrepreneurship, and the importance of relationships in business. Kevin also provides insights into projec…
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How to Operate a Multi Million Dollar Concrete Company - Luis Torres - LTR Concrete
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In this episode of the Digital Toolbox Podcast, Luis from LTR Concrete shares his journey from a young landscaper to the owner of a successful concrete company. He discusses the challenges of working with concrete, building a strong team culture, and the transition from exterior to interior work. Luis and his wife, Julie, also talk about their role…
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How to Create a Profitable Hardscaping Company - Nick Souk - NRX Landscaping
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In this episode of the Digital Toolbox Podcast, host Emmanuel Tejada interviews Nick from NRX Landscaping. They discuss Nick's journey from troublemaking high school student to successful landscaper and business owner. Nick shares how he got started in the industry, the importance of hard work and perseverance, and the evolution of his company's st…
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Starting and Scaling a Concrete Business - Hector Romero - Concrete Solutions
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In this episode of the Digital Toolbox Podcast, host Enmanuel Tejada interviews Hector from Concrete Solutions. We discuss Hector's journey in the concrete industry, the challenges and opportunities in the blue-collar sector, and how Concrete Solutions attracts talent and generates leads. They also touch on the importance of building relationships,…
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How to Get More Lawn Care Customers - The Lawn Mower Boys
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The Lawn Mower Boys are a group of young entrepreneurs who started a lawn care business from scratch and documented their journey on Instagram. They initially ventured into e-commerce but faced challenges with cash flow. They transitioned to lawn care and started by taking on various jobs, including landscaping and construction. They learned throug…
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Mindset For Running A Successful Landscaping Company - Edward Simpson - Mainstream Landscaping
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Edward from Mainstream Landscaping shares his journey from a troubled past to becoming a successful entrepreneur. He emphasizes the importance of mindset and personal growth in achieving success. Edward also discusses the value of providing value to others and the joy of helping people improve their lives. He offers practical advice on starting a l…
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Building a Successful Landscaping Business - Rob Crayton - CraytonScapes Lawn Care
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In this episode of the Digital Toolbox Podcast, host Enmanuel Tejada interviews Rob Crayton, owner of Crate & Scape's Landscaping. They discuss Rob's journey in the landscaping industry, his decision to start his own business, and the services he offers. Rob shares his strategies for acquiring new customers, including word-of-mouth referrals and ta…
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The Importance of Mental Health and Happiness for Landscapers - Darren Huffer - Tender Lawn Care
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In this episode of the Digital Toolbox Podcast, Enmanuel Tajada interviews Darren Huffer, the owner of Tender Lawn Care. They discuss Darren's passion for music, dancing, and positivity, as well as his journey towards mental health and self-improvement. They also delve into Darren's love for country music and two-stepping, his landscaping business,…
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Generating Leads and Building Company Culture as a Plumber - Brandon Leslie - Steel City Plumbers
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Brandon Leslie, owner of Steel City Plumbers, discusses how his company is disrupting the plumbing market in Pittsburgh by providing exceptional customer service and creating a positive work culture for his technicians. They focus on interacting with customers, providing options, and going above and beyond to exceed expectations. The company values…
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How to Create Viral Social Media Content in Lawn Care - Black Sheep Lawn - Pablo Serrano
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In this conversation, Enmanuel Tejada interviews Pablo from Black Sheep Lawn Services. They discuss Pablo's background, how he got into landscaping, and his strategies for growing his Instagram following. Pablo shares his experience with gaining over 10,000 followers in just a few months and how he creates entertaining content. They also touch on t…
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Becoming A Millionaire from Planting Flower Beds - Joseph King - Landscape King
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Joseph King shares his journey in the landscaping business, starting from working at a plant nursery to building his own successful company. He emphasizes the importance of knowing your goals, being passionate about what you do, and knowing your numbers to ensure profitability. Joseph also discusses the value of having a team and delegating adminis…
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Starting and Scaling a Roofing and Siding Business - Juk Slivka - Plum Pro Exteriors
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In this episode, Enmanuel Tejada interviews Juk Slivka, the owner of Plum Pro Exteriors, a roofing and siding company in Massachusetts. Juk shares his journey of immigrating from Ukraine to the United States and starting his own business. He talks about the challenges he faced, including dealing with a scam company for his green card, borrowing mon…
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Transitioning From HVAC to Plumbing - TAP Plumbing - Travis Abaire
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Travis Abaire, owner of TAP Plumbing and Heating, shares his journey into the plumbing industry and the challenges he faced along the way. He started as an apprentice in HVAC but transitioned to plumbing when he couldn't find an apprenticeship in HVAC. Travis emphasizes the importance of taking initiative and having pride in your work as a plumber.…
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Starting and Scaling An Outdoor Living Company - Mike Arnold - Creekside Outdoor Living
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Mike Arnold, owner of Creekside Outdoor Living, shares his journey in the outdoor living industry and the importance of creating a positive work culture. He emphasizes the need for proper pricing and educating clients on the value of quality work. Mike also discusses the challenges of dealing with projects that were poorly executed by other contrac…
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How to Scale a Plumbing Company - Nate Santos - Santos Bros Plumbing
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Nate Santos, owner of Santos Bros Plumbing, shares his journey into the plumbing industry and his plans for scaling his business. He explains how he got into plumbing through his uncle's company and how he initially resisted the idea. However, he eventually joined his uncle's team and gained experience in the trade. Nate talks about the growth of h…
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Building a Successful Cleaning Company ft. Angela Brown - Savvy Cleaner - Digital Toolbox Podcast
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Angela Brown shares her journey in the cleaning industry and how she leveraged digital marketing to grow her business. She emphasizes the importance of understanding that they are in the people business, not just the cleaning business. Building trust with customers is crucial, and Angela highlights the significance of credentials and professionalis…
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He Makes $100k Per Month From Window Cleaning! - Jackson Blackburn - Mt. Baker Window Cleaning
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In this episode, Enmanuel Tejada interviews Jackson Blackburn, the owner of Mount Baker Window Washing and Cleaning. Jackson shares his journey of starting and growing his business, from his upbringing in Connecticut to his move to Bellingham, Washington. He discusses the challenges he faced and the lessons he learned along the way. Jackson emphasi…
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Welcome to another episode of The Digital Toolbox Podcast! Each episode features a guest in the home services industry, sharing their personal journey and the challenges they've overcome to get to where they are today. This is a very conversational podcast and we do not stick to a pre-written script. We keep it real! Today our gest is Chase Grant, …
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#4 - Brian Schwartz - I Want To Mow Your Lawn
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Welcome to another episode of The Digital Toolbox Podcast! Each episode features a guest in the home services industry, sharing their personal journey and the challenges they've overcome to get to where they are today. This is a very conversational podcast and we do not stick to a pre-written script. We keep it real! Today our gest is Brian Schwart…
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Welcome to another episode of The Digital Toolbox Podcast! Each episode features a guest in the home services industry, sharing their personal journey and the challenges they've overcome to get to where they are today. This is a very conversational podcast and we do not stick to a pre-written script. We keep it real! Today our gest is Chris Wisniew…
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#2 - John Montillo - Montillo Electric
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Welcome to another Episode of The Digital Toolbox Podcast! Each episode features a guest in the home services industry, sharing their personal journey and the challenges they've overcome to get to where they are today. This is a very conversational podcast and we do not stick to a pre-written script. We keep it real! Today our gest is John Montillo…
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Welcome to another Episode of The Digital Toolbox Podcast! Each episode features a guest in the home services industry, sharing their personal journey and the challenges they've overcome to get to where they are today. This is a very conversational podcast and we do not stick to a pre-written script. We keep it real! Today our gest is John Spier, t…
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