ECHO Means Business

In this Meet the Pros episode, Green industry pro Dylan Stephenson of So-Low Cuts Landscaping talks about how he transformed his part-time work and full-time business. How he started the business because of his kids and how he overcome the difficulties to run his business successfully. Connect with us online: https://echomeansbusiness.com/ (Visit us at ECHO Means Business) https://www.echomeansbusiness.com/pages/emb-mobile-app (Download our mobile app) https://www.instagram.com/echo.meansbusiness/ (Follow us on Instagram) https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3_dtdhrJqS1thoH5WhK07Q (Watch us on YouTube) https://www.facebook.com/echomeansbusiness/ (Like us on Facebook) Connect With Dylan Stephenson: https://www.solowcutslandscaping.com/ (Website) https://www.instagram.com/solowcutslandscaping/ (Instagram ) https://www.facebook.com/SoLowCutsLandscaping (Facebook) https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC6NEOv2Va3gmNB-SpwWZ4dQ (YouTube)

In this Meet the Pros episode, Green industry pro Jaymz Shields of Second Mile Servants Landscaping & Lawncare talks about how he started landscaping and lawncare being a part-time worker. How he wants to be a one-stop shop and how he is managing the business and backend of the business. Connect with us online: https://echomeansbusiness.com/ (Visit us at ECHO Means Business) https://www.echomeansbusiness.com/pages/emb-mobile-app (Download our mobile app) https://www.instagram.com/echo.meansbusiness/ (Follow us on Instagram) https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3_dtdhrJqS1thoH5WhK07Q (Watch us on YouTube) https://www.facebook.com/echomeansbusiness/ (Like us on Facebook) Connect With Jaymz Shields: https://www.instagram.com/jaymzshields2ms/ (Instagram ) https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100000838664895 (Facebook)

In this Meet the Pros episode, Green industry pro Jaclyn(Ma & Pa) Lee of Dirty Deeds Works talks about their trips and mental health and taking care of ourselves. How Dirty Deeds is originated and how they are planning to expand their business. Connect with us online: https://echomeansbusiness.com/ (Visit us at ECHO Means Business) https://www.echomeansbusiness.com/pages/emb-mobile-app (Download our mobile app) https://www.instagram.com/echo.meansbusiness/ (Follow us on Instagram) https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3_dtdhrJqS1thoH5WhK07Q (Watch us on YouTube) https://www.facebook.com/echomeansbusiness/ (Like us on Facebook) Connect With Jaclyn(Ma & Pa) Lee: http://ddddcvidor.com/ (Website) https://www.instagram.com/dirtydeedsworks/ (Instagram ) https://www.facebook.com/DirtyDeedsWorks/ (Facebook) https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCGWs8vNM8gBxSmaoapNAzKw (Youtube)

In this podcast, our host Marvin Joles III invites speakers https://www.echomeansbusiness.com/user/rhbehan/ (Ryan Behan,) https://www.echomeansbusiness.com/user/scottmorse831/ (Scott Morse), and https://www.echomeansbusiness.com/user/warren_1/ (Warren Johnson), as our experts focus on those working in hardscaping, asphalt maintenance, seal coating, and the likes. What are some unique challenges faced when starting your own business in this line of work? What's the most rewarding part of working in the industry? Connect with us online: https://echomeansbusiness.com/ (Visit us at ECHO Means Business) https://www.echomeansbusiness.com/pages/emb-mobile-app (Download our mobile app) https://www.instagram.com/echo.meansbusiness/ (Follow us on Instagram) https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3_dtdhrJqS1thoH5WhK07Q (Watch us on YouTube) https://www.facebook.com/echomeansbusiness/ (Like us on Facebook) Connect with Marvin Joles III: http://www.wis-coat.com/ (Website) https://www.instagram.com/blacktopbanter/ (Instagram ) https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCv8fh0zD9X4sKHx0Ss4xbiA (YouTube) https://www.facebook.com/WisCoatSeal (Facebook)

In this Meet the Pros episode, Green industry pro Jhosue Simaj of J-House Lawn Care talks about how he coped with job loss and started business borrowing his dad's equipment, how he grew his business over time, and how he manages his work-life balance. Connect with us online: https://echomeansbusiness.com/ (Visit us at ECHO Means Business) https://www.echomeansbusiness.com/pages/emb-mobile-app (Download our mobile app) https://www.instagram.com/echo.meansbusiness/ (Follow us on Instagram) https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3_dtdhrJqS1thoH5WhK07Q (Watch us on YouTube) https://www.facebook.com/echomeansbusiness/ (Like us on Facebook) Connect With Jhosue Simaj : http://jhouselawncare.com/ (Website) https://www.instagram.com/jhouselawncare/ (Instagram ) https://www.facebook.com/jhouselawncare/?eid=ARAORtCiLzPXZE-3tPjnI7EJiPWh-dDqZypEgCUN5r7Bspxni-LO7Dns2bNf3BX60qMqdE-rjPSi8K8S (Facebook)

Además del impacto en su bienestar personal y el de su equipo, la adopción de las mejores prácticas de seguridad en sus precedimientos operativos diarios podría ahorrarle a su empresa cientos o miles de dólares en tiempo de inactividad, reclamos de seguros o nuevas oportunidades comerciales. We all know the importance of workplace safety, but sometimes we don't pay enough attention to it. What kind of green industry safety measures do professionals follow? In this networking, our experts talk about different aspects to take into account in order to practice a safer work environment on a daily basis. Connect with us online: https://echomeansbusiness.com/ (Visit us at ECHO Means Business) https://www.echomeansbusiness.com/pages/emb-mobile-app (Download our mobile app) https://www.instagram.com/echo.meansbusiness/ (Follow us on Instagram) https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3_dtdhrJqS1thoH5WhK07Q (Watch us on YouTube) https://www.facebook.com/echomeansbusiness/ (Like us on Facebook) Connect with Jonathan: http://heroservicesga.com/ (Website) https://www.facebook.com/HeroServicesGA/?ref=br_rs (Facebook ) https://www.instagram.com/heroservicesga/ (Instagram ) https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCsVxS7bPzDM4WpFFIPvporg (YouTube ) Connect with JC The Lawn Care Guy: https://www.instagram.com/jc_thelawncareguy/ (Instagram ) https://www.youtube.com/user/jmartinez1877 (YouTube) Connect with Koyiro Franco: https://www.facebook.com/Francos-Lawn-Landscaping-Services-1637150793267610 (Facebook) https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCwPl3FVhTlWOmwqUgdmerQQ (YouTube)

In this Meet the Pros episode, Green industry pro Johnathan Fernandez of Hero Services talks about how he handles his double duty as an EMT firefighter and a lawn care pro, why he wants to be part of UAG, his goals for the future, and how he manages his work-life balance. Connect with us online: https://echomeansbusiness.com/ (Visit us at ECHO Means Business) https://www.echomeansbusiness.com/pages/emb-mobile-app (Download our mobile app) https://www.instagram.com/echo.meansbusiness/ (Follow us on Instagram) https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3_dtdhrJqS1thoH5WhK07Q (Watch us on YouTube) https://www.facebook.com/echomeansbusiness/ (Like us on Facebook) Connect With Johnathan Fernandez : http://heroservicesga.com/ (Website) https://www.instagram.com/heroservicesga/ (Instagram ) https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCsVxS7bPzDM4WpFFIPvporg (YouTube) https://www.facebook.com/HeroServicesGA/?ref=br_rs (Facebook)

In this Meet the Pros episode, Green industry pro Bradley Behr of Copper Creek Cuts talks about how he switched from the corporate world to creating his own lawn care business, how he saw an opportunity in social media and becoming an influencer in the industry, and how he runs his part-time business and what is his business model. Connect with us online: https://echomeansbusiness.com/ (Visit us at ECHO Means Business) https://www.echomeansbusiness.com/pages/emb-mobile-app (Download our mobile app) https://www.instagram.com/echo.meansbusiness/ (Follow us on Instagram) https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3_dtdhrJqS1thoH5WhK07Q (Watch us on YouTube) https://www.facebook.com/echomeansbusiness/ (Like us on Facebook) Connect With Bradley Behr: https://coppercreekcuts.wixsite.com/coppercreekcuts?fbclid=IwAR388W78k6I0R53z7GuqTdSuW-XbylaG9F3KjyEGnIDPQLRSPlQqL_1qY1A (Website) https://www.instagram.com/coppercreekcuts/ (Instagram ) https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxO0fSEEOeJE6Wo1HVgecgA (YouTube) https://www.facebook.com/coppercreekcuts/ (Facebook)

In this podcast, our host Sam invites speakers Mark Thomas, Scott Horoszewksi, and special Guest Melanie Pikosky of ECHO USA, as our experts share tips and best practices for green industry pros wanting to develop business relationships, partnerships, and sponsorships. Featuring a special guest from ECHO USA's corporate headquarters! Connect with us online: https://echomeansbusiness.com/ (Visit us at ECHO Means Business) https://www.echomeansbusiness.com/pages/emb-mobile-app (Download our mobile app) https://www.instagram.com/echo.meansbusiness/ (Follow us on Instagram) https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3_dtdhrJqS1thoH5WhK07Q (Watch us on YouTube) https://www.facebook.com/echomeansbusiness/ (Like us on Facebook) Connect with Scott Horoszewksi: https://www.instagram.com/landscapesbyacme/ (Instagram ) https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCzcHUgvKvLzBJ-soZ1SCDhA (YouTube) https://www.landscapesbyacme.com/ (Website) Connect with Mark Thomas: https://markthomasbuilder.com/ (Website) https://www.instagram.com/markthomasbuilder/ (Instagram ) https://www.facebook.com/MarkThomasBuilder/ (Facebook) https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCYnM-tvtDfVAo0jeow7sV9Q (Youtube) https://twitter.com/MarkThomasBldr (Twitter)

In this Meet the Pros episode, Black industry pro Marvin Joles III of Wis-Coat: Asphalt Maintenance talks about how he worked through a recession, how he saw an opportunity in the asphalt sector, how to use social media to market the business, and the similarity between black industry and green industry. Connect with us online: https://echomeansbusiness.com/ (Visit us at ECHO Means Business) https://www.echomeansbusiness.com/pages/emb-mobile-app (Download our mobile app) https://www.instagram.com/echo.meansbusiness/ (Follow us on Instagram) https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3_dtdhrJqS1thoH5WhK07Q (Watch us on YouTube) https://www.facebook.com/echomeansbusiness/ (Like us on Facebook) Connect With Marvin Joles III: http://www.wis-coat.com/ (Website) https://www.instagram.com/blacktopbanter/ (Instagram ) https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCv8fh0zD9X4sKHx0Ss4xbiA (YouTube) https://www.facebook.com/WisCoatSeal (Facebook)

In the world of landscaping, what separates the pros from the amateurs? In this podcast, our host Scott Horoszewski invites speakers Nicole Sutterfield-Cook, Jaymz Shields, and special guest Al Martins of Fence Armor, to discuss the strategies you can take to create that beautiful, professional "curb appeal" that will set your lawns apart from everyone else's. Connect with us online: https://echomeansbusiness.com/ (Visit us at ECHO Means Business) https://www.echomeansbusiness.com/pages/emb-mobile-app (Download our mobile app) https://www.instagram.com/echo.meansbusiness/ (Follow us on Instagram) https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3_dtdhrJqS1thoH5WhK07Q (Watch us on YouTube) https://www.facebook.com/echomeansbusiness/ (Like us on Facebook) Connect with Scott Horoszewksi: https://www.instagram.com/landscapesbyacme/ (Instagram ) https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCzcHUgvKvLzBJ-soZ1SCDhA (YouTube) https://www.landscapesbyacme.com/ (Website) Connect with Nicole Sutterfield-Cook: https://www.instagram.com/the_landscape_manicurist/ (Instagram ) https://www.facebook.com/BridgetNic (Facebook) Connect with Jaymz Shields: https://www.instagram.com/jaymzshields/ (Instagram ) https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100000838664895 (Facebook) Connect with Fence Armor: https://instagram.com/fencearmor (Instagram ) https://facebook.com/fencearmor (Facebook) https://fencearmor.com/ (Website) https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCqT9CuANTWJutLDZfKyTU3w (YouTube)

In this Meet the Pros episode, green industry pro Mark Thomas of Mark Thomas Builder or Mark Thomas Builder - Tool Reviews talks about how he took over the family business and grew it over time, how he overcame the financial depression and shutting down the business, and the challenges he faced while maintaining the work & personal life balance. Connect with us online: https://echomeansbusiness.com/ (Visit us at ECHO Means Business) https://www.echomeansbusiness.com/pages/emb-mobile-app (Download our mobile app) https://www.instagram.com/echo.meansbusiness/ (Follow us on Instagram) https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3_dtdhrJqS1thoH5WhK07Q (Watch us on YouTube) https://www.facebook.com/echomeansbusiness/ (Like us on Facebook) Connect With Mark Thomas: https://markthomasbuilder.com/ (Website) https://www.instagram.com/markthomasbuilder/ (Instagram ) https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCYnM-tvtDfVAo0jeow7sV9Q (YouTube) https://twitter.com/MarkThomasBldr (Twitter) https://www.facebook.com/MarkThomasBuilder/ (Facebook)

We're back with another installment of our 2021 User Advisory Group "Ask Me Anything" events. Once again, questions were answered with some mind-blowing advice from these pros you know and love! The panel featured the likes of https://www.echomeansbusiness.com/user/j.currivan99/ (Josh Currivan of Currivan Greens), https://www.echomeansbusiness.com/user/heroservices19871/ (Jonathan Fernandez of Hero Services), https://www.echomeansbusiness.com/user/nicolethemanicurist/ (Nicole Sutterfield-Cook of The Landscape Manicurist), and special guest https://www.naylorscapes.com/ (Alec Naylor of Naylorscapes). Connect with us online: https://echomeansbusiness.com/ (Visit us at ECHO Means Business) https://www.echomeansbusiness.com/pages/emb-mobile-app (Download our mobile app) https://www.instagram.com/echo.meansbusiness/ (Follow us on Instagram) https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3_dtdhrJqS1thoH5WhK07Q (Watch us on YouTube) https://www.facebook.com/echomeansbusiness/ (Like us on Facebook) Connect with Josh: http://www.currivangreen.com/ (Website) https://www.facebook.com/Currivangreenlandscaping/ (Facebook) https://www.instagram.com/currivan_green_landscaping/ (Instagram ) https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4cpy1Z5wz2IvgYY35Qd75g (YouTube ) Connect with Jonathan: http://heroservicesga.com/ (Website) https://www.facebook.com/HeroServicesGA/?ref=br_rs (Facebook ) https://www.instagram.com/heroservicesga/ (Instagram ) https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCsVxS7bPzDM4WpFFIPvporg (YouTube ) Connect with Nicole: https://www.facebook.com/BridgetNic (Facebook ) https://www.instagram.com/the_landscape_manicurist/ (Instagram ) Connect with Alec: https://www.naylorscapes.com/ (Website) https://www.instagram.com/naylorscapes/ (Instagram)

In this Meet the Pros episode, green industry pro Randy Dulin of Dulin Cut & Trim talks about how he grew his business from a part-time to full-time business, how investing in the right software played a vital role in managing the business, and how being an EMB member helps him learn new tricks and techniques. Connect with us online: https://echomeansbusiness.com/ (Visit us at ECHO Means Business) https://www.echomeansbusiness.com/pages/emb-mobile-app (Download our mobile app) https://www.instagram.com/echo.meansbusiness/ (Follow us on Instagram) https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3_dtdhrJqS1thoH5WhK07Q (Watch us on YouTube) https://www.facebook.com/echomeansbusiness/ (Like us on Facebook) Connect With Randy Dulin: http://dulincutandtrim.com/ (Website) https://www.instagram.com/dulincutandtrim/ (Instagram ) https://www.youtube.com/dulincuttrimglenburnie (YouTube) https://twitter.com/dulincutandtrim (Twitter)

Working as a landscaper is inarguably challenging, not only physically but also mentally. Let's talk about some tools, tricks, and best practices for reducing physical and mental stress. It might surprise you to learn that it all starts with the right mindset. In this podcast, our host Scott Horoszewski invites speakers Jensen Martinez, Jaclyn "Ma" Lee, and special guest Nick Carlson of Mulch Mate to discuss various mindset strategies that have helped them overcome common mental stressors and work in more productive way. Topics included in this session How to improve your overall working mindset as a landscaper? How have you dealt with stress so as to avoid burnout? How can you make your work life a bit easier on yourself? How can business owners combat the mindset of being an employee to their own business and put on their "business owner hat"? What does it take to leave the "J.O.B" and start your own business? What is the best way to prioritize your mental health over anything else? Connect with us online: https://echomeansbusiness.com/ (Visit us at ECHO Means Business) https://www.echomeansbusiness.com/pages/emb-mobile-app (Download our mobile app) https://www.instagram.com/echo.meansbusiness/ (Follow us on Instagram) https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3_dtdhrJqS1thoH5WhK07Q (Watch us on YouTube) https://www.facebook.com/echomeansbusiness/ (Like us on Facebook) Connect with JC The Lawn Care Guy: https://www.instagram.com/jc_thelawncareguy/ (Instagram ) https://www.youtube.com/user/jmartinez1877 (YouTube) Connect with Scott Horoszewksi: https://www.instagram.com/landscapesbyacme/ (Instagram ) https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCzcHUgvKvLzBJ-soZ1SCDhA (YouTube) https://www.landscapesbyacme.com/ (Website) Connect with Ma Lee: https://www.instagram.com/dirtydeedsworks/ (Instagram ) https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCGWs8vNM8gBxSmaoapNAzKw (YouTube) http://ddddcvidor.com/ (Website) https://www.facebook.com/DirtyDeedsWorks/ (Facebook) Connect with Mulch Mate: https://www.instagram.com/mulchmateusa (Instagram ) https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCyuGYOz70LENJaKDlbWJpRA (YouTube) https://mulchmateusa.com/ (Website)

IT'S ALMOST HERE! The GIE+EXPO 2021 is around the corner and we've got Kris Kiser, Managing Partner at GIE+EXPO and President of OPEI, and Wayne Thomsen, VP of Marketing and Product Management at ECHO USA answering all the questions related to GIE and what's new going to be there this year. Connect with us online: https://echomeansbusiness.com/ (Visit us at ECHO Means Business) https://www.echomeansbusiness.com/pages/emb-mobile-app (Download our mobile app) https://www.instagram.com/echo.meansbusiness/ (Follow us on Instagram) https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3_dtdhrJqS1thoH5WhK07Q (Watch us on YouTube) https://www.facebook.com/echomeansbusiness/ (Like us on Facebook)

In this Meet the Pros episode, green industry pro Jensen Martinez aka JC The Lawn Care Guy of Lawn Squad Mowing talks about how Lawn Squad Mowing got started, how being a bilingual has played a vital role in reaching to bigger clientele and How EMB is helping as Green industry Community. Connect with us online: https://echomeansbusiness.com/ (Visit us at ECHO Means Business) https://www.echomeansbusiness.com/pages/emb-mobile-app (Download our mobile app) https://www.instagram.com/echo.meansbusiness/ (Follow us on Instagram) https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3_dtdhrJqS1thoH5WhK07Q (Watch us on YouTube) https://www.facebook.com/echomeansbusiness/ (Like us on Facebook) Connect With JC The Lawn Care Guy: https://www.instagram.com/jc_thelawncareguy/ (Instagram ) https://www.youtube.com/user/jmartinez1877 (YouTube)

In this Meet the Pros episode, green industry pro https://www.cleancutyards.com/ (Craig Willeford of Clean Cut Yard) talks about how Clean Cut Yards got started, how it found success, and how strong marketing has played a role in getting the clients he wants. Connect with us online: https://echomeansbusiness.com/ (Visit us at ECHO Means Business) https://www.echomeansbusiness.com/pages/emb-mobile-app (Download our mobile app) https://www.instagram.com/echo.meansbusiness/ (Follow us on Instagram) https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3_dtdhrJqS1thoH5WhK07Q (Watch us on YouTube) https://www.facebook.com/echomeansbusiness/ (Like us on Facebook) Connect With Craig: https://www.cleancutyards.com/ (Website) https://www.facebook.com/cleancutyardservices/ (Facebook ) https://www.instagram.com/cleancutyards/ (Instagram ) https://twitter.com/cleancutyards (Twitter )

In the Should I Have a Lawncare/Landscape Channel? Part II: Making $ networking event, green industry professionals https://www.aumanlandscape.com/ (Caleb Auman of Auman Landscapes), https://www.jarlandscapingllc.com/ (Abbigail and Jacqueline Stuebs of JAR Landscaping LLC), and Jacob Moreno of Moreno Landscaping and Maintenance help you unlock how to work social media content to attract new - and better - customers and advocates to grow your business and revenue. The topics on the show today include: Why did you start a YouTube Channel? Do you do anything to target your existing cliental? Do you use hashtags on your content? Do you get permission from your clients before you post? Have you had your social media stuff backfire on you? Do you put call to actions in your content? What words of encouragement would you have for someone who is nervous to put out content? Have you run any targeted Facebook ads? What is your most popular video and why you believe it became your most popular video?  Connect with us online: https://echomeansbusiness.com/ (Visit us at ECHO Means Business) https://www.echomeansbusiness.com/pages/emb-mobile-app (Download our mobile app) https://www.instagram.com/echo.meansbusiness/ (Follow us on Instagram) https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3_dtdhrJqS1thoH5WhK07Q (Watch us on YouTube) https://www.facebook.com/echomeansbusiness/ (Like us on Facebook) Connect with Caleb: https://www.facebook.com/aumanlandscapellc/ (Facebook ) https://www.instagram.com/aumanlandscapellc/ (Instagram ) https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCpP9CeBpzkBmRZZpj9L5RZg (YouTube) Connect with Abbigail & Jacqueline: https://www.facebook.com/jarlandscapingllc (Facebook) https://www.instagram.com/jarlandscapingllc/ (Instagram) https://twitter.com/jarlandscaping (Twitter) https://www.youtube.com/jarlandscapingllc (Youtube) https://www.tiktok.com/@jarlandscapingllc?_d=secCgYIASAHKAESMgowYbiHOo90H%2BBa1GvcD2OwLZBrkBAf1v4uYTvi%2BsFYr2wCAZ4nyuYPZvvQNZWx7wx%2FGgA%3D&language=en&sec_uid=MS4wLjABAAAAZjjuaKF2MxnUn7cr-XbGG5MEIjbYNHtMunptXAHJFddc2mvRUtiVkJzgNeueUrij&sec_user_id=MS4wLjABAAAAZjjuaKF2MxnUn7cr-XbGG5MEIjbYNHtMunptXAHJFddc2mvRUtiVkJzgNeueUrij&share_app_name=musically&share_author_id=6772018975247270918&share_link_id=93e65250-53e9-400c-a383-d46dbbae3b5a×tamp=1609262417&u_code=da09f23ka24jif&user_id=6772018975247270918&utm_campaign=client_share&utm_medium=android&utm_source=copy&source=h5_m (Tiktok) Connect with Jacob: https://www.instagram.com/moreno_landscaping_fl/ (Instagram ) https://www.youtube.com/c/MorenoLandscapingMaintenance (YouTube )

In this Meet the Pros episode, green industry pro http://www.bedellpropertymanagement.com (Mike Bedell of Bedell Property Management LLC) talks about why he changed course 12 years ago when he put down the guitar, walked away from the groupies, and went to college before starting Bedell Management in Milford, Michigan.  We covered a lot of topics in this episode including his success in snow and ice management, his playoff beard, beer leagues, how he started in the business, and the importance of college in his journey. Connect with us online: https://echomeansbusiness.com/ (Visit us at ECHO Means Business) https://www.echomeansbusiness.com/pages/emb-mobile-app (Download our mobile app) https://www.instagram.com/echo.meansbusiness/ (Follow us on Instagram) https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3_dtdhrJqS1thoH5WhK07Q (Watch us on YouTube) https://www.facebook.com/echomeansbusiness/ (Like us on Facebook) Connect With Mike: https://www.facebook.com/bedellmgmt (Facebook ) https://www.instagram.com/bedellmgmt/ (Instagram ) https://twitter.com/bedellmgmt (Twitter ) https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCj5lIIEfHw1BHWKoLnEZh0Q (YouTube )

In the UAG AMA: Part 1 networking event, green industry professionals https://www.landscapesbyacme.com/ (Scott Horoszewski of Landscapes by Acme), https://www.solowcutslandscaping.com/ (Dylan Stephenson of So-Low Cuts Landscaping), https://www.facebook.com/GunnLandscaping (Mike Gunn of Gunn Landscaping), and https://www.facebook.com/2nd-mile-servants-lawncare-and-landscaping-477363419093099 (Jaymz Shields of 2nd Mile Servants Lawncare) answered any of your burning questions such as, "What hair gel does Scott use" and "What are their guilty pleasures". The topics on the show today include: What is your favourite sports team? What did you want to be growing up? What was your most embarrassing moment? Are you going to GIE? What hair gel does Scott use? What truck do you drive and why? What are your thoughts on certain municipalities/cities pushing for battery operated blowers? Any guilty pleasures? What is one piece of advice you took in your business or life? Connect with us online: https://echomeansbusiness.com/ (Visit us at ECHO Means Business) https://www.echomeansbusiness.com/pages/emb-mobile-app (Download our mobile app) https://www.instagram.com/echo.meansbusiness/ (Follow us on Instagram) https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3_dtdhrJqS1thoH5WhK07Q (Watch us on YouTube) https://www.facebook.com/echomeansbusiness/ (Like us on Facebook) Connect with Scott: https://www.instagram.com/landscapesbyacme/ (Instagram ) https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCzcHUgvKvLzBJ-soZ1SCDhA (YouTube ) Connect with Dylan: https://www.facebook.com/SoLowCutsLandscaping (Facebook ) https://www.instagram.com/solowcutslandscaping/ (Instagram ) https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC6NEOv2Va3gmNB-SpwWZ4dQ (YouTube ) Connect with Mike: https://www.facebook.com/GunnLandscaping (Facebook ) https://www.instagram.com/gunnlandscaping/ (Instagram ) https://www.youtube.com/c/Getitdonewithgunn (YouTube ) Connect with Jaymz: https://www.facebook.com/2nd-mile-servants-lawncare-and-landscaping-477363419093099 (Facebook ) https://www.instagram.com/jaymzshields/ (Instagram )

In this Meet the Pros episode, green industry pro Teno Cardoso of AJ's Lawn Care talks about his solo-preneurship journey, why he focuses his lawn care business on model homes, and his plans for the future. Connect with us online: https://echomeansbusiness.com/ (Visit us at ECHO Means Business) https://www.echomeansbusiness.com/pages/emb-mobile-app (Download our mobile app) https://www.instagram.com/echo.meansbusiness/ (Follow us on Instagram) https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3_dtdhrJqS1thoH5WhK07Q (Watch us on YouTube) https://www.facebook.com/echomeansbusiness/ (Like us on Facebook) Connect With Teno: https://www.facebook.com/AJslawncaretx/ (Facebook) https://www.instagram.com/tenowithajslawncare/ (Instagram)

In the Talking Green Industry Safety networking event, https://www.landscapeprofessionals.org/ (Safety Advisor for The National Association for Landscape Professionals (NALP) Sam Steel), https://www.kujo.com (Shawn Langton of Kujo Yardwear), http://www.comforttrim.com (Troy Huber of ComfortTrim), and green industry professional http://www.lanierlawns.com/ (Danny Lanier of Lanier Lawn Care) talk about how adopting safety best practices into your daily operating procedures could save your business hundreds or thousands of dollars in downtime time, insurance claims, or new business opportunities. The topics on the show today include: What are the regulations that green industry professionals should be concerned with and how does that impact their work? The different kinds of Kujo footwear Information on ComfortTrim Is it the companies responsibility to provide its employees with safety equipment? What happens when an employee gets injured on the job? Should all businesses have a written safety policy? How often should you update your safety procedures? How to join the NALP What is the return on investment of buying proper PPE? What are the best breathable materials? Connect with us online: https://echomeansbusiness.com/ (Visit us at ECHO Means Business) https://www.echomeansbusiness.com/pages/emb-mobile-app (Download our mobile app) https://www.instagram.com/echo.meansbusiness/ (Follow us on Instagram) https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3_dtdhrJqS1thoH5WhK07Q (Watch us on YouTube) https://www.facebook.com/echomeansbusiness/ (Like us on Facebook) Connect with Sam: https://www.facebook.com/thenalp (Facebook ) https://www.instagram.com/landscape_assoc/ (Instagram ) Connect with Shawn: https://www.facebook.com/kujoyardwear (Facebook ) https://www.instagram.com/kujoyardwear/ (Instagram) Connect with Troy: https://www.facebook.com/ComfortTrim/ (Facebook ) https://www.instagram.com/comforttrim/?hl=en (Instagram ) Connect with Danny: https://www.facebook.com/lanierlawncare/ (Facebook ) https://www.instagram.com/lanierlawncare/ (Instagram ) https://twitter.com/Lanierlawncare (Twitter ) https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCW8dMfhOjbq1iV9V41HNeHg (YouTube)

In this Meet the Pros episode, green industry pros Abbigail and Jacqueline Stuebs of JAR Landscaping LLC talk about how they started their business at only 18 years old, what inspired them to get started, and how they've dealt with the gender bias that comes with being female green pros. Connect with us online: https://echomeansbusiness.com/ (Visit us at ECHO Means Business) https://www.echomeansbusiness.com/pages/emb-mobile-app (Download our mobile app) https://www.instagram.com/echo.meansbusiness/ (Follow us on Instagram) https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3_dtdhrJqS1thoH5WhK07Q (Watch us on YouTube) https://www.facebook.com/echomeansbusiness/ (Like us on Facebook) Connect with Abbigail and Jacqueline: https://www.facebook.com/jarlandscapingllc (Facebook) https://www.instagram.com/jarlandscapingllc/ (Instagram) https://twitter.com/jarlandscaping (Twitter) https://www.youtube.com/jarlandscapingllc (Youtube) https://www.tiktok.com/@jarlandscapingllc?_d=secCgYIASAHKAESMgowYbiHOo90H%2BBa1GvcD2OwLZBrkBAf1v4uYTvi%2BsFYr2wCAZ4nyuYPZvvQNZWx7wx%2FGgA%3D&language=en&sec_uid=MS4wLjABAAAAZjjuaKF2MxnUn7cr-XbGG5MEIjbYNHtMunptXAHJFddc2mvRUtiVkJzgNeueUrij&sec_user_id=MS4wLjABAAAAZjjuaKF2MxnUn7cr-XbGG5MEIjbYNHtMunptXAHJFddc2mvRUtiVkJzgNeueUrij&share_app_name=musically&share_author_id=6772018975247270918&share_link_id=93e65250-53e9-400c-a383-d46dbbae3b5a×tamp=1609262417&u_code=da09f23ka24jif&user_id=6772018975247270918&utm_campaign=client_share&utm_medium=android&utm_source=copy&source=h5_m (Tiktok)

In Part 1 of the Should I have a Lawncare/Landscape YouTube Channel networking event, green industry professionals https://www.facebook.com/Currivangreenlandscaping/ (Josh Currivan of Currivan Green Co, Inc), https://www.facebook.com/jakethelawnkid/ (Jake Sullivan of Jake The Lawn Kid), https://markthomasbuilder.com (Mark Thomas of Mark Thomas Builder), https://www.gmoutdoorservices.com (and Garrett Williams of G&M Outdoor Services) share their thoughts on why they maintain a strong YouTube presence and provide advice on whether the effort is right for you.   The topics on the show today include: How did you start your YouTube channels? How does YouTube help you with your lawncare business? What is the process of producing content? What is the point where you start to make money on a YouTube creative channel? What algorithms do you use? What kinds of videos perform better than others?   What do I need to start a YouTube channel? How long does it take to produce and edit a video for YouTube?   How long did it take for you to notice an increase in viewership? Do you think it is worth it for a business owner to use YouTube? The kind of content you produce on YouTube? Connect with us online: https://echomeansbusiness.com/ (Visit us at ECHO Means Business) https://www.echomeansbusiness.com/pages/emb-mobile-app (Download our mobile app) https://www.instagram.com/echo.meansbusiness/ (Follow us on Instagram) https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3_dtdhrJqS1thoH5WhK07Q (Watch us on YouTube) https://www.facebook.com/echomeansbusiness/ (Like us on Facebook) Connect with Josh: https://www.facebook.com/Currivangreenlandscaping/ (Facebook) https://www.instagram.com/jaycurri/ (Instagram) https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4cpy1Z5wz2IvgYY35Qd75g (YouTube) https://anchor.fm/thewescapepodcast (The WeScape Podcast) Connect with Jake: Facebook https://www.instagram.com/jakethelawnkid/ (Instagram ) https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCa2e5up0AXq44X8pY_4R3uw (YouTube ) Connect with Mark: https://www.facebook.com/MarkThomasBuilder/ (Facebook ) https://www.instagram.com/markthomasbuilder/ (Instagram ) https://twitter.com/MarkThomasBldr (Twitter ) https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCYnM-tvtDfVAo0jeow7sV9Q (YouTube ) Connect with Garrett: https://www.facebook.com/GMOUTDOORSERVICES/ (Facebook ) https://www.instagram.com/gmoutdoorservices/?hl=en (Instagram ) https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC20nxvuF3-tuxU20_K3HexA (YouTube )

In this Meet the Pros episode, green industry pros https://www.facebook.com/AllaireLawnCarellc/ (Mark and Shaenee Allaire of Allaire Lawn Care) talk about their start-up story, how they balance managing a business, their relationship, a family, as well as their plans for the future. Get to know one of the green industry's newest power couples in a way you've not seen before! Connect with us online: https://echomeansbusiness.com/ (Visit us at ECHO Means Business) https://www.echomeansbusiness.com/pages/emb-mobile-app (Download our mobile app) https://www.instagram.com/echo.meansbusiness/ (Follow us on Instagram) https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3_dtdhrJqS1thoH5WhK07Q (Watch us on YouTube) https://www.facebook.com/echomeansbusiness/ (Like us on Facebook) Connect with Mark and Shaenee: https://www.facebook.com/AllaireLawnCarellc/ (Facebook) https://www.instagram.com/allairelawncarellc/ (Instagram) https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCJPERIzdDuliy_G-7A-hrew/videos (YouTube) https://www.tiktok.com/@allairelawncare? (TikTok)

In this Meet the Pros episode, green industry pro https://sloanslawncare.com/ (Chris Sloan of Sloan's Lawncare LLC )talks about what motivated him to start his business, how he maintains a healthy working relationship with his wife, and his best tips and tricks he'd give to other green pros. Connect with us online: https://echomeansbusiness.com/ (Visit us at ECHO Means Business) https://www.echomeansbusiness.com/pages/emb-mobile-app (Download our mobile app) https://www.instagram.com/echo.meansbusiness/ (Follow us on Instagram) https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3_dtdhrJqS1thoH5WhK07Q (Watch us on YouTube) https://www.facebook.com/echomeansbusiness/ (Like us on Facebook) Connect with Chris: https://www.instagram.com/mrgrassgrind/ (Instagram) https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3MCCpnfz5omWHOZO5J2vFQ (YouTube)

In the Building a Business Line Of Credit networking event, green industry professional https://www.facebook.com/Currivangreenlandscaping/ (Josh Currivan of Currivan Green Co, Inc), https://www.frankbourque.com/ (Landscape and Hardscape Consultant Frank Bourque), https://kedmaough.com/ (Consultant and Author Kedma Ough), and https://www.linkedin.com/in/ryan-rothwell-54781164 (Ryan Rothwell of Eastern Bank) break down when and how you should establish business credit, if at all. The topics on the show today include: When should you get a business line of credit? What are some tips for people who are searching/looking for funding? What is a starting point for people who have an average or below average credit score? How do banks look at people with different credit scores? How to apply for an IDA? What grants are available to people who are just starting their businesses? How should you structure your business? Connect with us online: https://echomeansbusiness.com/ (Visit us at ECHO Means Business) https://www.echomeansbusiness.com/pages/emb-mobile-app (Download our mobile app) https://www.instagram.com/echo.meansbusiness/ (Follow us on Instagram) https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3_dtdhrJqS1thoH5WhK07Q (Watch us on YouTube) https://www.facebook.com/echomeansbusiness/ (Like us on Facebook) Connect with Josh: https://anchor.fm/thewescapepodcast (The WeScape Podcast) https://www.instagram.com/currivan_green_landscaping/ (Instagram) https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4cpy1Z5wz2IvgYY35Qd75g (YouTube) https://www.facebook.com/Currivangreenlandscaping/ (Facebook) Connect with Frank: https://www.instagram.com/frank_bourque/?utm_medium=copy_link (Instagram ) https://www.facebook.com/FrankBourqueConsultant (Facebook ) Connect with Kedma: https://www.instagram.com/smallbusinesssuperhero/ (Instagram ) https://www.facebook.com/automategrowsell/?ref=page_internal (Facebook ) Connect with Ryan: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ryan-rothwell-54781164 (LinkedIn)

In this Meet the Pros episode, green industry pro https://www.mowitmulchit.com/ (Aaron Reese of Mow It Mulch It) talks about why he started his business, how he balances work and family while juggling his two other jobs: Firefighter and Paramedic, and the advice he'd give to others in the industry. Connect with us online: https://echomeansbusiness.com/ (Visit us at ECHO Means Business) https://www.echomeansbusiness.com/pages/emb-mobile-app (Download our mobile app) https://www.instagram.com/echo.meansbusiness/ (Follow us on Instagram) https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3_dtdhrJqS1thoH5WhK07Q (Watch us on YouTube) https://www.facebook.com/echomeansbusiness/ (Like us on Facebook) Connect with Aaron: https://www.instagram.com/mowitmulchit/ (Instagram) https://www.facebook.com/MowItMulchIt/ (Facebook) https://twitter.com/MowItMulchIt (Twitter) https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCFnJMczDWpbFFNugGkohzNg (Youtube) https://www.tiktok.com/@mowitmulchit?lang=en (TikTok)

In the What's The Best Social Media Channel For Growing My Business networking event, green industry professionals https://www.cleancutyards.com/ (Craig Willeford of Clean Cut Yards), https://www.instagram.com/highline_landscaping/ (Brent Mitchell of HighLine Landscaping), and https://www.greeneyeforurlawn.com/ (Mitchell Gordy of Mitchell's Lawn Care LLC) share their thoughts on how to customize a social media effort that works for your business. The topics on the show today include: The different places where you can find clientele The importance of using social media for your business The importance of being cognisant about the things you say on social media The strategies that you should be using to build your social media platforms What kinds of content to post on different social media platforms What social media platforms to use for your specific business/needs The impotence of using social media for customer service Tips for joining and growing your business on social media Connect with us online: https://echomeansbusiness.com/ (Visit us at ECHO Means Business) https://www.echomeansbusiness.com/pages/emb-mobile-app (Download our mobile app) https://www.instagram.com/echo.meansbusiness/ (Follow us on Instagram) https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3_dtdhrJqS1thoH5WhK07Q (Watch us on YouTube) https://www.facebook.com/echomeansbusiness/ (Like us on Facebook) Connect With Craig: https://www.facebook.com/cleancutyardservices/ (Facebook ) https://www.instagram.com/cleancutyards/ (Instagram ) https://twitter.com/cleancutyards (Twitter ) Connect With Brent: https://www.facebook.com/HighLineLandscaping (Facebook ) https://www.instagram.com/highline_landscaping/ (Instagram ) Connect With Mitchell: https://www.facebook.com/mitchellslawncarellc (Facebook ) https://www.instagram.com/mitchellslawncarellc/ (Instagram ) https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC7AGFG4jZPJrdcWdWfyC9HQ (Youtube)

In the Work Less, Make More Green networking event, green industry professionals https://www.landscapesbyacme.com/ (Scott Horoszewski of LandscapesbyAcme), https://www.facebook.com/Spring-Green-Landscaping-inc-158635564157098 (Paul Camara of Spring Green Landscaping), and https://www.facebook.com/GunnLandscaping (Mike Gunn of Gunn Landscaping )share their experiences with over-expanding and how to make more green in less time. The topics on the show today include: The benefits of specializing your business  How to effectively manage your crew  When you should hire a subcontractor or take on the extra work  How to pick up and retain profitable clients and jobs  How many hours should you be putting into your business  What to do when your customer asks for a discount (veteran discount)   When is the right time to hire new employees to help with business growth  Connect with us online: https://echomeansbusiness.com/ (Visit us at ECHO Means Business) https://www.echomeansbusiness.com/pages/emb-mobile-app (Download our mobile app) https://www.instagram.com/echo.meansbusiness/ (Follow us on Instagram) https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3_dtdhrJqS1thoH5WhK07Q (Watch us on YouTube) https://www.facebook.com/echomeansbusiness/ (Like us on Facebook) Connect With Scott: https://www.instagram.com/landscapesbyacme/ (Instagram) https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCzcHUgvKvLzBJ-soZ1SCDhA (Youtube) Connect With Paul: https://www.facebook.com/Spring-Green-Landscaping-inc-158635564157098 (Facebook) https://www.instagram.com/paul_camara_/ (Instagram ) https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCFcrvhoHCMgKVg-BuFa7poQ/videos (Youtube) Connect With Michael: https://www.facebook.com/GunnLandscaping (Facebook) https://www.instagram.com/gunnlandscaping/ (Instagram ) https://www.youtube.com/c/Getitdonewithgunn (Youtube)

In the Finding and Working with Mentors networking event, green industry professionals http://www.bedellpropertymanagement.com/ (Michael Bedell of Bedell Property Management), https://www.instagram.com/mulchmateusa/?igshid=18qrook52f2wo (Nick Carlson of Mulch Mate), https://www.facebook.com/glendalelandscapesNY/?ref=page_internal (Mike Von Bevern of Glendale Landscapes),https://www.facebook.com/aandblawnservice/ ( Ricky Alvarez of A & B Lawn Service), http://dulincutandtrim.com/ (Randy Dulin of Dulin Cut & Trim), https://www.solowcutslandscaping.com/ (and Dylan Stephenson of So Low Cuts Landscaping )discuss a variety of insights into finding and working with business mentors, as well as the value of being a mentor. The topics on the show today include: How mentorship can help you in your professional growth  The importance of having a strong network  How to find a mentor in the green industry  Having an effective mentor/mentee relationship How a good mentor can impact your business's bottom line  Common mentorship pitfalls  Tips on getting the most out of a mentor relationship Connect with us online: https://echomeansbusiness.com/ (Visit us at ECHO Means Business) https://www.echomeansbusiness.com/pages/emb-mobile-app (Download our mobile app) https://www.instagram.com/echo.meansbusiness/ (Follow us on Instagram) https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3_dtdhrJqS1thoH5WhK07Q (Watch us on YouTube) https://www.facebook.com/echomeansbusiness/ (Like us on Facebook) Connect With Michael Bedell: https://www.facebook.com/bedellmgmt (Facebook) https://www.instagram.com/bedellmgmt/ (Instagram) https://twitter.com/bedellmgmt (Twitter) https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCj5lIIEfHw1BHWKoLnEZh0Q (Youtube) Connect With Nick: https://www.instagram.com/mulchmateusa/?igshid=18qrook52f2wo (Instagram) Connect With Mike Von Bevern: https://www.facebook.com/glendalelandscapesNY/?ref=page_internal (Facebook ) https://www.instagram.com/glendalelandscapes/ (Instagram ) Connect With Ricky: https://www.facebook.com/aandblawnservice/ (Facebook) https://www.instagram.com/aandblawnservice/?igshid=1j4v97s7ynobp (Instagram ) Connect With Randy: https://www.instagram.com/dulincutandtrim/ (Instagram ) https://twitter.com/dulincutandtrim (Twitter ) https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC_LOYkia_CIEG2OhnNCDABw (Youtube ) Connect With Dylan: https://www.facebook.com/SoLowCutsLandscaping (Facebook ) https://www.instagram.com/solowcutslandscaping/ (Instagram ) https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC6NEOv2Va3gmNB-SpwWZ4dQ (Youtube )

In the Part-Time Work, Full-Time Business networking event, green industry professionals https://www.landscapesbyacme.com/ (Scott Horoszewski of LandscapesbyAcme),https://www.instagram.com/mr.mikeg305/ ( Michael A. Gougolis of MG Property Service), https://www.instagram.com/horningyardservice/ (Christopher Dean Horning of Horning Yard Service), https://www.mowitmulchit.com/ (Aaron Reese of Mow It Mulch It LLC), and http://ddddcvidor.com/ (Jaclyn (Ma & Pa) Lee of Dirty Deeds Lawn and Landscaping Service) discuss a variety of tips and strategies on how to overcome the challenges of running a part-time green business while working full-time elsewhere. The topics on the show today include: How they started their part-time business How to balance a part-time and full-time job The importance of time management How to effectively communicate with your customers How to stay organized and focused How to build a client base while working part-time How to balance a business with family responsibilities When is the right time to refer work to other companies Connect with us online: https://echomeansbusiness.com/ (Visit us at ECHO Means Business) https://www.echomeansbusiness.com/pages/emb-mobile-app (Download our mobile app) https://www.instagram.com/echo.meansbusiness/ (Follow us on Instagram) https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3_dtdhrJqS1thoH5WhK07Q (Watch us on YouTube) https://www.facebook.com/echomeansbusiness/ (Like us on Facebook) Connect With Scott: https://www.instagram.com/landscapesbyacme/ (Instagram) https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCzcHUgvKvLzBJ-soZ1SCDhA (Youtube) Connect with Michael: https://www.instagram.com/mr.mikeg305/ (Instagram ) Connect with Christopher: https://www.instagram.com/horningyardservice/ (Instagram ) https://www.facebook.com/pg/horningyardservice/about/?ref=page_internal (Facebook ) Connect with Aaron: https://www.instagram.com/mowitmulchit/ (Instagram ) https://www.facebook.com/MowItMulchIt/ (Facebook ) https://twitter.com/MowItMulchIt (Twitter ) https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCFnJMczDWpbFFNugGkohzNg (Youtube) https://www.tiktok.com/@mowitmulchit?lang=en (TikTok ) Connect with Jaclyn (Ma & Pa): https://www.instagram.com/dirtydeedsworks/ (Instagram ) https://www.facebook.com/DirtyDeedsWorks/ (Facebook) https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCGWs8vNM8gBxSmaoapNAzKw (Youtube )

In The Young Guns networking event, green industry professionals under the age of 25 https://www.facebook.com/jcslawntips/ (Jared Crouse of JC's Lawn Tips), https://www.facebook.com/pages/category/Local-Service/Grass-Masters-of-Northwest-Ohio-LLC-103508587940335/ (Kyle Krawczyk of Grass Masters), https://www.jarlandscapingllc.com/ (Abbigail & Jacqueline Stuebs of JAR Landscaping LLC), https://www.facebook.com/jakethelawnkid/ (Jake Sullivan of Jake the Lawn Kid), and https://www.southernstripessc.com/ (Brad and Jack Freeman of Southern Stripes) discuss a variety of tips and strategies on how to succeed in the green industry at a young age. The topics on the show today include: What made you want to go into the green industry What hardships have you encountered being so young in the industry How do you overcome hardships How do you get clients (Advertising and Marketing) Who are your mentors How important is Youtube/ Social Media for your business What is the long-term strategy for your business How do you deal with pushback How do you deal with doubt Who are your biggest supporters What advice do you have for young people starting in this industry Connect with us online: https://echomeansbusiness.com/ (Visit us at ECHO Means Business) https://www.echomeansbusiness.com/pages/emb-mobile-app (Download our mobile app) https://www.instagram.com/echo.meansbusiness/ (Follow us on Instagram) https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3_dtdhrJqS1thoH5WhK07Q (Watch us on YouTube) https://www.facebook.com/echomeansbusiness/ (Like us on Facebook) Connect with Jared: https://www.facebook.com/jcslawntips/ (Facebook ) https://www.instagram.com/jcslawntips/?hl=en (Instagram ) https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCwDwleINWTJ38H0NiO66UsA (Youtube ) Connect with Kyle: https://www.facebook.com/pages/category/Local-Service/Grass-Masters-of-Northwest-Ohio-LLC-103508587940335/ (Facebook ) https://www.instagram.com/grass_masters24/?hl=en (Instagram ) Connect with Abbigail & Jacqueline: https://www.facebook.com/jarlandscapingllc (Facebook ) https://www.instagram.com/jarlandscapingllc/ (Instagram) https://twitter.com/jarlandscaping (Twitter) https://www.youtube.com/jarlandscapingllc (Youtube ) https://www.tiktok.com/@jarlandscapingllc?_d=secCgYIASAHKAESMgowYbiHOo90H%2BBa1GvcD2OwLZBrkBAf1v4uYTvi%2BsFYr2wCAZ4nyuYPZvvQNZWx7wx%2FGgA%3D&language=en&sec_uid=MS4wLjABAAAAZjjuaKF2MxnUn7cr-XbGG5MEIjbYNHtMunptXAHJFddc2mvRUtiVkJzgNeueUrij&sec_user_id=MS4wLjABAAAAZjjuaKF2MxnUn7cr-XbGG5MEIjbYNHtMunptXAHJFddc2mvRUtiVkJzgNeueUrij&share_app_name=musically&share_author_id=6772018975247270918&share_link_id=93e65250-53e9-400c-a383-d46dbbae3b5a×tamp=1609262417&u_code=da09f23ka24jif&user_id=6772018975247270918&utm_campaign=client_share&utm_medium=android&utm_source=copy&source=h5_m (Tiktok ) Connect with Jake: https://www.facebook.com/jakethelawnkid/ (Facebook ) https://www.instagram.com/jakethelawnkid/ (Instagram ) https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCa2e5up0AXq44X8pY_4R3uw (Youtube ) Connect with Brad and Jack: https://www.facebook.com/pages/category/Landscape-Company/Southern-Stripes-Lawn-Landscapes-106228247833026/ (Facebook ) https://www.instagram.com/southern.stripes/?hl=en (Instagram ) https://www.youtube.com/channel/UChe-KRPI7IA6kvM0r_uKSMQ (Youtube )

In the fourth part of this networking series green industry professionals Scott Horoszewski of Acme NLS, LLC / LandscapesbyAcme, https://www.facebook.com/BridgetNic (Nicole Sutterfield- Cook of The Landscape Manicurist), http://www.bedellpropertymanagement.com/ (Mike Bedell of Bedell Property Management LLC), and http://www.currivangreen.com/ (Josh Currivan of Currivan Green Co), Inc discuss a variety of tips and strategies to help you hire students and contractors for your business The topics on the show today include: Hiring for growth vs. hiring for help When is the right time to hire? Who should you hire? What resources should you use to help you when hiring? Should you subcontract (pros and cons) How to deal with employee turnover What qualifications should you look for in a new hire? What incentives should you offer your employees? Pros and cons for hiring a student Should you hire people with a probationary period  How to budget before you hire a new employee Tips on delegating work How to train a new hire Connect with us online: https://echomeansbusiness.com/ (Visit us at ECHO Means Business) https://www.echomeansbusiness.com/pages/emb-mobile-app (Download our mobile app) https://www.instagram.com/echo.meansbusiness/ (Follow us on Instagram) https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3_dtdhrJqS1thoH5WhK07Q (Watch us on YouTube) https://www.facebook.com/echomeansbusiness/ (Like us on Facebook) Connect With Scott: https://www.instagram.com/landscapesbyacme/ (Instagram) https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCzcHUgvKvLzBJ-soZ1SCDhA (Youtube) Connect With Nicole: https://www.facebook.com/BridgetNic (Facebook) https://www.instagram.com/the_landscape_manicurist/ (Instagram) Connect With Michael: https://www.facebook.com/bedellmgmt (Facebook) https://www.instagram.com/bedellmgmt/ (Instagram) https://twitter.com/bedellmgmt (Twitter) https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCj5lIIEfHw1BHWKoLnEZh0Q (Youtube) Connect with Josh: https://anchor.fm/thewescapepodcast (The WeScape Podcast) https://www.instagram.com/jaycurri/ (Instagram) https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4cpy1Z5wz2IvgYY35Qd75g (YouTube) https://www.facebook.com/Currivangreenlandscaping/ (Facebook)

In the third part of this networking series green industry professionals https://www.facebook.com/AJslawncaretx/ (Teno Cardos of AJ's Lawn Care), https://www.instagram.com/jc_thelawncareguy/ (Jensen Martinez "JC" of Lawn Squad Mowing ),http://www.bedellpropertymanagement.com/ (Mike Bedell of Bedell Property Management LLC,) https://sloanslawncare.com/ (Chris Sloan of Sloan's Lawncare LLC), and http://www.currivangreen.com/ (Josh Currivan of Currivan Green Co, Inc) discuss a variety of tips and strategies to help budget your business to help ensure its profitability. The topics on the show today include:  How to charge for your services to ensure you turn a profit Why should you change your pricing from year to year The importance of budgeting and tips on how to budget your business Why your price is unique to your business and situation What mistakes you will make in your first year How to determine your overhead cost How much money do you put away How to budget for future growth What software to use for budgeting? When do you say NO? How to qualify customers How to price – seasonal vs. annual  How to establish your business The use of contracts The importance of looking at your personal budget and expenses Connect with us online: https://echomeansbusiness.com/ (Visit us at ECHO Means Business) https://www.echomeansbusiness.com/pages/emb-mobile-app (Download our mobile app) https://www.instagram.com/echo.meansbusiness/ (Follow us on Instagram) https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3_dtdhrJqS1thoH5WhK07Q (Watch us on YouTube) https://www.facebook.com/echomeansbusiness/ (Like us on Facebook) Connect With Teno: https://www.facebook.com/AJslawncaretx/ (Facebook) https://www.instagram.com/tenowithajslawncare/ (Instagram) Connect With Jensen: https://www.instagram.com/jc_thelawncareguy/ (Instagram) https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC7Kt8jzEx6veoG1BCSn9Shw (Youtube) Connect With Michael: https://www.facebook.com/bedellmgmt (Facebook) https://www.instagram.com/bedellmgmt/ (Instagram) https://twitter.com/bedellmgmt (Twitter) https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCj5lIIEfHw1BHWKoLnEZh0Q (Youtube) Connect With Chris: https://www.instagram.com/mrgrassgrind/ (Instagram) https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3MCCpnfz5omWHOZO5J2vFQ (Youtube) Connect with Josh: https://anchor.fm/thewescapepodcast (The WeScape Podcast) https://www.instagram.com/jaycurri/ (Instagram) https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4cpy1Z5wz2IvgYY35Qd75g (YouTube) https://www.facebook.com/Currivangreenlandscaping/ (Facebook)

In the second part of this networking series green industry professionals https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxO0fSEEOeJE6Wo1HVgecgA (Bradley Behr of Copper Creek Cuts), http://www.bedellpropertymanagement.com/ (Michael Bedell of Bedell Property Management LLC), https://www.facebook.com/BridgetNic (Nicole Sutterfield- Cook of The Landscape Manicurist), and https://www.landscapesbyacme.com/ (Scott Horoszewski of Acme NLS, LLC / LandscapesbyAcme )discuss a variety of tips and strategies to help market and build awareness for your business.   The topics on the show today include: What is the one marketing tactic that you have to do to start your business  How to get new clients  What social media channels do you need?  Why should you offer promotions and/or referrals?  Tips to consider for building a website  Do you even need a website for your business  What age group should you target for advertising Tools you can use to target customers The importance of customer testimonials  The right call to action  How important is networking Connect with us online: https://echomeansbusiness.com/ (Visit us at ECHO Means Business) https://www.echomeansbusiness.com/pages/emb-mobile-app (Download our mobile app) https://www.instagram.com/echo.meansbusiness/ (Follow us on Instagram) https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3_dtdhrJqS1thoH5WhK07Q (Watch us on YouTube) https://www.facebook.com/echomeansbusiness/ (Like us on Facebook) Connect With Bradley: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxO0fSEEOeJE6Wo1HVgecgA (Youtube) Connect With Michael: https://www.facebook.com/bedellmgmt (Facebook ) https://www.instagram.com/bedellmgmt/ (Instagram ) https://twitter.com/bedellmgmt (Twitter ) https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCj5lIIEfHw1BHWKoLnEZh0Q (Youtube ) Connect With Nicole: https://www.facebook.com/BridgetNic (Facebook) https://www.instagram.com/the_landscape_manicurist/ (Instagram ) Connect With Scott: https://www.instagram.com/landscapesbyacme/ (Instagram ) https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCzcHUgvKvLzBJ-soZ1SCDhA (Youtube)

In the first part of this networking series, lawn care professionals http://dulincutandtrim.com/ (Randy Dulin of Dulin Cut & Trim), https://www.instagram.com/jc_thelawncareguy/ (Jensen Martinez of Lawn Squad Mowing), https://www.facebook.com/AJslawncaretx/ (Teno Cardosa of AJ's Lawn Care), and http://www.currivangreen.com/ (Josh Currivan of Currivan Green Co, Inc) discuss a variety of tips and strategies to help ensure the success of your business before the start of the season. The topics on the show today include:  How you start planning for the new season How to start the business and what goals to set Taking stock of your business to help you become more profitable How to manage your costumers How to keep yourself organized  What software to use and when you need to invest in it  How to keep back processes straightened before the start of the season How to properly price quote for your business  How to market and advertise your service  How to provide contracts/ service agreements  How to vet your contracts to prevent legality issues   Connect with us online: https://echomeansbusiness.com/ (Visit us at ECHO Means Business) https://www.echomeansbusiness.com/pages/emb-mobile-app (Download our mobile app) https://www.instagram.com/echo.meansbusiness/ (Follow us on Instagram) https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3_dtdhrJqS1thoH5WhK07Q (Watch us on YouTube) https://www.facebook.com/echomeansbusiness/ (Like us on Facebook) Connect with Randy: https://www.instagram.com/dulincutandtrim/ (Instagram ) https://twitter.com/dulincutandtrim (Twitter ) https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC_LOYkia_CIEG2OhnNCDABw (Youtube) Connect With Jensen: https://www.instagram.com/jc_thelawncareguy/ (Instagram ) https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC7Kt8jzEx6veoG1BCSn9Shw (Youtube) Connect With Teno: https://www.facebook.com/AJslawncaretx/ (Facebook) https://www.instagram.com/tenowithajslawncare/ (Instagram) Connect with Josh: https://anchor.fm/thewescapepodcast (The WeScape Podcast) https://www.instagram.com/jaycurri/ (Instagram) https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4cpy1Z5wz2IvgYY35Qd75g (YouTube) https://www.facebook.com/Currivangreenlandscaping/ (Facebook)

In this episode, https://www.instagram.com/jaycurri/ (Josh Currivan) of http://www.currivangreen.com/ (Currivan Green Co.) and the https://anchor.fm/thewescapepodcast (WeScape Podcast) talks about all things related to snow and ice management. He covers a variety of topics, such as, his advice on how to add snow and ice management to your list of services, what you need to get started, including the equipment you need, and more.  Topics on the show today include: His background in the snow and ice industry Considerations when starting out in the snow and ice management industry  Why route dentistry is key to growing your snow and ice management business  How to effectively plan and manage your time on the road  How to set a price for your snow and ice management services  Focusing on commercial vs residential clients  Why you need insurance for snow and ice management  Benefits of joining as a subcontractor as a rookie in the industry Why you should always read the contract and talk to your manager when working with middle management companies  Why it's important to understand your equipment and it's capabilities (vehicle, snow blower etc)  How in-person networking in the snow and ice management industry will help you get ahead Connect with us online: https://echomeansbusiness.com/ (Visit us at ECHO Means Business) https://www.echomeansbusiness.com/pages/emb-mobile-app (Download our mobile app) https://www.instagram.com/echo.meansbusiness/ (Follow us on Instagram) https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3_dtdhrJqS1thoH5WhK07Q (Watch us on YouTube) https://www.facebook.com/echomeansbusiness/ (Like us on Facebook) Connect with Josh Currivan online: https://anchor.fm/thewescapepodcast (Podcast ) http://www.currivangreen.com/ (Website ) https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4cpy1Z5wz2IvgYY35Qd75g (Youtube ) https://www.instagram.com/jaycurri/ (Instagram ) https://www.facebook.com/Currivangreenlandscaping/ (Facebook )

In this episode, Josh Currivan of http://www.currivangreen.com/ (Currivan Green Co.) and the https://anchor.fm/thewescapepodcast (WeScape Podcast) talks everything you need to know about fall services. He dives into a variety of topics, including, scheduling during the offseason, the best way to organize and manage your time, and how to buy the right equipment, and more! Topics on the show today include: How to effectively plan for fall-winter service schedule including the number of clean-ups for residential and commercial properties Different types of fall services you can offer your customer (blowing, mulching, etc.)  Additional up-selling opportunities (installing annuals, holiday decorations, snow plowing services)  How to do the final mow of the year for your customers  How he evolved his business to improve his fall clean up service How to price a fall clean up service Fall services that we outsource and why (fall fertilization, irrigation, blowouts)  Best equipment to use for fall clean-ups (mower with a bagging system, backpack blowers, leaf plow)  Best backpack blowers (ECHO backpack blower, RedMax backpack blower)  Best time of year to buy a backpack blower  How to get a good deal on backpack blowers  How to negotiate a price a fall clean-up and the different factors you need to consider before setting this price  Connect with us online: https://echomeansbusiness.com/ (Visit us at ECHO Means Business) https://www.echomeansbusiness.com/pages/emb-mobile-app (Download our mobile app) https://www.instagram.com/echo.meansbusiness/ (Follow us on Instagram) https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3_dtdhrJqS1thoH5WhK07Q (Watch us on YouTube) https://www.facebook.com/echomeansbusiness/ (Like us on Facebook) Connect with Josh Currivan online: https://anchor.fm/thewescapepodcast (Podcast ) http://www.currivangreen.com/ (Website ) https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4cpy1Z5wz2IvgYY35Qd75g (Youtube ) https://www.instagram.com/jaycurri/ (Instagram ) https://www.facebook.com/Currivangreenlandscaping/ (Facebook )

In this week's show, Mike Gunn of Gunn Landscaping shares his thoughts on the importance of balancing work and family. In Mike's experience, getting this right is key for not only the family dynamic, but also for setting boundaries with customers, and avoiding general burnout. Topics on the show today include: why you need to shut work off at the end of the day the danger of burning out how not switching off can impact your family, relationships, and kids how the arrival of his new baby made him think about time management the importance of setting boundaries on when customers can all you realizing why you're in this industry is key Settle in for an insightful episode about doing good work and living life the right way. Make sure to subscribe so you don't miss an episode! Connect with us online: https://echomeansbusiness.com/ (Visit us at ECHO Means Business) https://www.echomeansbusiness.com/pages/emb-mobile-app (Download our mobile app) https://www.instagram.com/echo.meansbusiness/ (Follow us on Instagram) https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3_dtdhrJqS1thoH5WhK07Q (Watch us on YouTube) https://www.facebook.com/echomeansbusiness/ (Like us on Facebook) Connect with Mike: https://www.instagram.com/getitdonewithgunn/ (Instagram) https://www.youtube.com/c/Getitdonewithgunn (YouTube) http://www.facebook.com/GunnLandscaping (Facebook)

In this week's show, Josh Currivan of Currivan Green Co. and the https://anchor.fm/thewescapepodcast (WeScape Podcast) talks to David Consoli, co-founder and owner of https://www.pleasantvalleyland.com/ (Pleasant Valley Landscape) in Methuen, MA. As an industry veteran of over 30 years, having started the business way back in 1988, David has a lot - and we mean, a LOT - of great insights about the industry: where it's come from, where it's going, where its weaknesses still are, and more. Topics on the show today include: how he originally set out to be a civil engineer before realizing that wasn't for him how paying his own way in college led to his landscaping career how he works with contractors why project management skills are key in this industry why they don't like to be on a job for more than three days why he shies away from hardscaping why data is so key when it comes to the direction of your business why you need to treat your vendors right to be successful the secret to finding and keeping employees why it's important to have a policy and guidelines manual how to keep morale positive when you need an employee handbook, and when you don't why reporting damage is key to building trust how civility has changed in the last 5 years why projecting the right image is important when to upgrade your equipment why we should be mentoring new and younger pros why you shouldn't negotiate your pricing why you need to have a contract for even the smallest jobs why you need to cut non-profitable customers loose why you should consider a "no money down" approach why you need to take the emotion out of your decisions why you should never bite the hand that feeds how your reputation will follow you your entire life, so make it a good one why you need to keep your personal politics out of your business why referrals and word of mouth remain the best source of business David's one biggest piece of advice for newcomers to the industry Settle in for some great insights on the industry we all love, and take away a host of tips for your own business, no matter what stage you're at with it. Make sure to subscribe so you don't miss an episode! Connect with us online: https://echomeansbusiness.com/ (Visit us at ECHO Means Business) https://www.echomeansbusiness.com/pages/emb-mobile-app (Download our mobile app) https://www.instagram.com/echo.meansbusiness/ (Follow us on Instagram) https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3_dtdhrJqS1thoH5WhK07Q (Watch us on YouTube) https://www.facebook.com/echomeansbusiness/ (Like us on Facebook) Connect with Josh: https://anchor.fm/thewescapepodcast (The WeScape Podcast) https://www.instagram.com/jaycurri/ (Instagram) https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4cpy1Z5wz2IvgYY35Qd75g (YouTube) https://www.facebook.com/Currivangreenlandscaping/ (Facebook)

In this week's show, Paul Jamison of The Green Industry Podcast sits down with Ken Osberg, Director of Marketing at ECHO USA. As one of the leading manufacturers of outdoor power equipment, as well as the sponsor of the ECHO Means Business program, ECHO is in the fortunate position of being able to work with green industry pros directly to move the industry forward. As Director of Marketing, Ken is driving that industry movement by being a key part to both ECHO and users of outdoor power equipment and their success. Topics on the show today include: Why efficiency in any job is key How the end user drives product efficiency and design How manufacturers like ECHO are looking to add power while keeping products comfortable How ECHO decides on the features that goes into their products Where cordless fits in to the bigger ECHO plan How cordless is beginning to catch up on gas power for performance How robot mowers can offer a green alternative for some properties Why robotic products aren't necessarily just for mowing How ECHO is keeping their team safe during Covid-19 How Covid-19 is making 2020 a really busy year for many pros How ECHO is supporting both their local community as well as the bigger green industry community What pros attending the GIE+EXPO in October can expect from the ECHO Means Business social media lounge Why the GIE+EXPO is such a key event for the green industry Settle in for some great insights on the industry we all love, as well as what to expect in the coming months and years. Make sure to subscribe so you don't miss an episode! Connect with us online: https://echomeansbusiness.com/ (Visit us at ECHO Means Business) https://www.echomeansbusiness.com/pages/emb-mobile-app (Download our mobile app) https://www.instagram.com/echo.meansbusiness/ (Follow us on Instagram) https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3_dtdhrJqS1thoH5WhK07Q (Watch us on YouTube) https://www.facebook.com/echomeansbusiness/ (Like us on Facebook) Connect with Paul: http://greenindustrypodcast.libsyn.com/ (The Green Industry Podcast) https://www.instagram.com/pauljamison/ (Instagram) https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLm_RpAFT-dEgQvRQxERdkg (YouTube) https://www.facebook.com/JamisonManagementGroup (Facebook)

In this week's show, Mike Gunn of Gunn Landscaping shares his thoughts on the three most important questions to ask yourself when starting your business. No matter if it's a lawn care business, a landscape business, arborist business, or more, there are some basic yet key questions to ask yourself first. Topics on the show today include: how to determine your niche why you should start out small and grow how do you want to scale - do you want to scale? what's your end goal? why good debt is worth taking on Settle in for an insightful episode about making sure you get started the right way. Make sure to subscribe so you don't miss an episode! Connect with us online: https://echomeansbusiness.com/ (Visit us at ECHO Means Business) https://www.echomeansbusiness.com/pages/emb-mobile-app (Download our mobile app) https://www.instagram.com/echo.meansbusiness/ (Follow us on Instagram) https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3_dtdhrJqS1thoH5WhK07Q (Watch us on YouTube) https://www.facebook.com/echomeansbusiness/ (Like us on Facebook) Connect with Mike: https://www.instagram.com/getitdonewithgunn/ (Instagram) https://www.youtube.com/c/Getitdonewithgunn (YouTube) http://www.facebook.com/GunnLandscaping (Facebook)

In this bonus episode, Josh Currivan of Currivan Green Co. shares why now is not the time to quit your business, and some of the things you can do before you feel like quitting. While the Coronavirus has made things tougher this year, you still need to take a look at the possibilities open to you when it comes to your business. Topics on the show today include: why you need to take the emotion out of decisions why you need to ask why you got into this industry in the first place why there is still a lot of business out there how quitting your business now won't make you happier Settle in for a frank chat about taking a look at your business and recognizing how it can still be a freedom-creating success for you. Make sure to subscribe so you don't miss an episode! Connect with us online: https://echomeansbusiness.com/ (Visit us at ECHO Means Business) https://www.echomeansbusiness.com/pages/emb-mobile-app (Download our mobile app) https://www.instagram.com/echo.meansbusiness/ (Follow us on Instagram) https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3_dtdhrJqS1thoH5WhK07Q (Watch us on YouTube) https://www.facebook.com/echomeansbusiness/ (Like us on Facebook) Connect with Josh: https://anchor.fm/thewescapepodcast (The WeScape Podcast) https://www.instagram.com/jaycurri/ (Instagram) https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4cpy1Z5wz2IvgYY35Qd75g (YouTube) https://www.facebook.com/Currivangreenlandscaping/ (Facebook)

In this week's show, Josh Currivan of Currivan Green Co. revisits https://electrek.co/2020/01/09/california-looking-to-ban-gas-powered-lawnmowers-leaf-blowers-sf-chronicle/ (the current battle between California and green industry professionals when it comes to gas-powered lawn care equipment). With a ban already in pace for gas-powered leaf blowers in many cities in the state, the next legislation focuses on other lawn care and landscape equipment. Topics on the show today include: how the gas blower ban came about why this is an important battle for green industry pros what it could mean for the cost of doing business how effective would swapping to battery products be why this could impact wider than the state of California Settle in for a conversation starter around what comes next for gas-powered equipment and the pros that use them. Make sure to subscribe so you don't miss an episode! Connect with us online: https://echomeansbusiness.com/ (Visit us at ECHO Means Business) https://www.echomeansbusiness.com/pages/emb-mobile-app (Download our mobile app) https://www.instagram.com/echo.meansbusiness/ (Follow us on Instagram) https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3_dtdhrJqS1thoH5WhK07Q (Watch us on YouTube) https://www.facebook.com/echomeansbusiness/ (Like us on Facebook) Connect with Josh: https://anchor.fm/thewescapepodcast (The WeScape Podcast) https://www.instagram.com/jaycurri/ (Instagram) https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4cpy1Z5wz2IvgYY35Qd75g (YouTube) https://www.facebook.com/Currivangreenlandscaping/ (Facebook)

In this week's show, Josh Currivan of Currivan Green Co. shares one of the best ways his business makes more profit - by having less customers! Using his profit and loss numbers and identifying which customers are paying well and which aren't, Josh is able to maximize profits with the most productive work. Topics on the show today include: how to identify your best customers how to let your non-profit customers go why keeping track of profit and loss is key how to ensure your profit margin is actually making you money why having the most customers doesn't mean you're the most profitable Settle in for some great advice on how your business can be more profitable and effective. Make sure to subscribe so you don't miss an episode! Connect with us online: https://echomeansbusiness.com/ (Visit us at ECHO Means Business) https://www.echomeansbusiness.com/pages/emb-mobile-app (Download our mobile app) https://www.instagram.com/echo.meansbusiness/ (Follow us on Instagram) https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3_dtdhrJqS1thoH5WhK07Q (Watch us on YouTube) https://www.facebook.com/echomeansbusiness/ (Like us on Facebook) Connect with Josh: https://anchor.fm/thewescapepodcast (The WeScape Podcast) https://www.instagram.com/jaycurri/ (Instagram) https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4cpy1Z5wz2IvgYY35Qd75g (YouTube) https://www.facebook.com/Currivangreenlandscaping/ (Facebook)

In this week's show, Paul Jamison of The Green Industry Podcast shares some insights about the importance of vetting customers if you want your business to be successful and profitable. With 10 years as a lawn care and landscape pro, Paul has learned many lessons from his own early years in business, and in this episode he shares some of these, and how he learned from them. Topics on the show today include: Why you need to vet customers The difference a well-vetted customer can make to your profits The language to look out for when vetting a customer How vetting a customer leads to your ideal job(s) How to pass on customers you know are not a fit for you Settle in for some great advice and takeaways to help you vet your customers properly and make your business more successful because of it. Make sure to subscribe so you don't miss an episode! Connect with us online: https://echomeansbusiness.com/ (Visit us at ECHO Means Business) https://www.echomeansbusiness.com/pages/emb-mobile-app (Download our mobile app) https://www.instagram.com/echo.meansbusiness/ (Follow us on Instagram) https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3_dtdhrJqS1thoH5WhK07Q (Watch us on YouTube) https://www.facebook.com/echomeansbusiness/ (Like us on Facebook) Connect with Paul: http://greenindustrypodcast.libsyn.com/ (The Green Industry Podcast) https://www.instagram.com/pauljamison/ (Instagram) https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLm_RpAFT-dEgQvRQxERdkg (YouTube) https://www.facebook.com/JamisonManagementGroup (Facebook)

In this week's show, Josh Currivan of Currivan Green Co. shares some tips on how you can upsell your lawn care and landscape services, even if you don't offer them! Using his own business and experience as an example, Josh shares ideas on how to effectively and ethically grow your profits. Topics on the show today include: how to upsell in an economic downturn how to upsell services even if you don't offer them why you should separate services when quoting jobs how to use other businesses to offer more services why it's important to educate your customers Settle in for some great advice on how your business can be more profitable and effective. Make sure to subscribe so you don't miss an episode! Connect with us online: https://echomeansbusiness.com/ (Visit us at ECHO Means Business) https://www.echomeansbusiness.com/pages/emb-mobile-app (Download our mobile app) https://www.instagram.com/echo.meansbusiness/ (Follow us on Instagram) https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3_dtdhrJqS1thoH5WhK07Q (Watch us on YouTube) https://www.facebook.com/echomeansbusiness/ (Like us on Facebook) Connect with Josh: https://anchor.fm/thewescapepodcast (The WeScape Podcast) https://www.instagram.com/jaycurri/ (Instagram) https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4cpy1Z5wz2IvgYY35Qd75g (YouTube) https://www.facebook.com/Currivangreenlandscaping/ (Facebook)

In this week's show, Josh Currivan of Currivan Green Co. shares some tips on what you can be doing for your business during the coronavirus pandemic. Using his own business as an example, and some of the programs available to help you manage the downtime that could be headed your way, Josh shares invaluable resources to help you financially and personally. Topics on the show today include: how to communicate with clients dealing with employees virtual consults payments and insurance (for equipment, rent, etc.) government programs available to you to soften the financial hit looking after your mental and physical health financial suggestions to ensure you're ready to go when business picks back up Settle in for some great advice on how your business can weather the storm in these uncertain times. Make sure to subscribe so you don't miss an episode! Connect with us online: https://echomeansbusiness.com/ (Visit us at ECHO Means Business) https://www.echomeansbusiness.com/pages/emb-mobile-app (Download our mobile app) https://www.instagram.com/echo.meansbusiness/ (Follow us on Instagram) https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3_dtdhrJqS1thoH5WhK07Q (Watch us on YouTube) https://www.facebook.com/echomeansbusiness/ (Like us on Facebook) Connect with Josh: https://anchor.fm/thewescapepodcast (The WeScape Podcast) https://www.instagram.com/jaycurri/ (Instagram) https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4cpy1Z5wz2IvgYY35Qd75g (YouTube) https://www.facebook.com/Currivangreenlandscaping/ (Facebook)

In this week's show, Jimmy Massey of Massey Landscape Service shares some insights about search engine optimization (SEO) and how your business can take advantage of it. Building on his own lessons and successes in using SEO to drive leads for his lawn care and landscaping business, Jimmy offers some simple and effective tips to get you started. Topics on the show today include: What is SEO and how can you use it The importance of long-tail SEO Why you shouldn't stuff keywords on your page Why it's important to use SEO on your images Some of the resources he uses to learn more about SEO Settle in for some great advice and simple SEO steps you can take now to get new customers. Make sure to subscribe so you don't miss an episode! Connect with us online: https://echomeansbusiness.com/ (Visit us at ECHO Means Business) https://www.echomeansbusiness.com/pages/emb-mobile-app (Download our mobile app) https://www.instagram.com/echo.meansbusiness/ (Follow us on Instagram) https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3_dtdhrJqS1thoH5WhK07Q (Watch us on YouTube) https://www.facebook.com/echomeansbusiness/ (Like us on Facebook) Connect with Jimmy: https://masseylandscapeservice.com/blog/ (Website/blog) https://www.instagram.com/masseylandscape/ (Instagram) https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC1BOnzbVeXWVTgPgeR0ly0g (YouTube) https://www.facebook.com/masseylandscape/ (Facebook)