The Mowtivated Lawncare Show-- Young and Teen Entrepreneurship in Lawncare, Landscaping, and Mowing, Business, entrepreneursh

Want to grow this season, but want to be careful about balancing growth with retaining a good reputation, healthy profits, and your sanity? This episode is for you.   My socials: YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@Caleb__trung Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/caleb__trung Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/calebtnguyen

In today's episode, I had a chance to speak with an absolute genius in the green industry- Mike Andes. For those of you who aren't aware, Mike owns an 8-figure green industry franchise, owns to software companies for the home-service industries, and has a massive following on social media, and is known for his much-needed point of view of profitability versus growth in our industry. In this episode, we talked about his journey from starting college early to pursue a career in medicine, to lawn mowing business owner (including the near-death experience that lead him to transform his business), and gave tactical strategies to help you prepare better to run a better and more profitable business in 2025.  Link to his site, where you can find all his social media and free courses; https://www.mikeandes.com/   My socials: YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@Caleb__trung Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/caleb__trung Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/calebtnguyen

Are you trying to build a successful lawn and landscape business, but you're always playing that yo-yo game of not enough work, and then not enough guys, and then not enough equipment, and none of it feels intentional- it's all just growing when you can, sometimes making a profit, sometimes not? If this sounds like you- you want to grow, but it all feels too sloppy, and like nothing is going according to what you were originally thinking, then this episode is for you. In it, I'll cover how to actually create a plan around intentionally building a business, year over year, that makes money, and grows how you want, when you want. Link to the folder: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/16Mzdc8F8VtIBVlaWx7uvab3SNIKD5TOl?usp=sharing   My socials: YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@Caleb__trung Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/caleb__trung Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/calebtnguyen

Have you had struggle after struggle with getting your employees to listen, stay the course, do the job right the first time, or do things in a timely manner? What if the problem isn't always your employees- what if the solution to many of your problems is something you can fix on your own? Well, the problem isn't always your employees. In fact, it rarely is. It's you. Are you a leader worth following?   In today's quick episode, we talk about learning to lead in a way that inspires your staff to do the things you need them to do, and do more than just what you need them to do, but also go above and beyond, so the weight of your business isn't just solely on your shoulders.   My socials: YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@Caleb__trung Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/caleb__trung Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/calebtnguyen

If you're preparing for spring, and are realizing that you really need to replace some employees, you have some guys not returning or you're growing and need more guys, but aren't sure how to do it, when to start, and who to hire, this episode is going to be for you.   In it, I'm going to break down my strategy for how we are planning on staffing 4-8 brand new employees, from now in January to mid-April, and share some insight and things to look out for when hiring this many new guys. Enjoy!   My socials: YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@Caleb__trung Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/caleb__trung Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/calebtnguyen

Maybe you guys out there are running a business, where, while you are fine with where the business is at, and the work you do, you want to chase a little something more, but you can only do so much with the guys you have- your guys won't magically change into superhuman A-players overnight, so how do you ensure that, even if the job itself is the same as any other company in your area, you are clearly a step ahead of the pack? And how do you make sure that, while doing this, your business' finances improve and your margin expands. Here are the three things that have broken the glass ceiling for my business- all things that were thoughts, ideas, dreams, and big projects months ago, that ended up being the deciding factors of our success.   My socials: YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@Caleb__trung Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/caleb__trung Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/calebtnguyen

Certainly not the typical episode, but wanted to update you guys on the status of my business, how we've been doing, and where we are going, as well as get you all up to speed on what you can expect from the podcast over the coming weeks and months. Thanks for all the support, and I'll catch you next week.   My socials: YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@Caleb__trung Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/caleb__trung Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/calebtnguyen

Maybe you're feeling a little bit like I did- you learn, listen to podcasts, watch YouTube videos on how to automate, build systems in your business, grow your client base with mechanized precision… but now your wondering… where do I start, what should my days look like as I get to this end goal of that dream business?   Great questions, and in this episode, I dive in to just that- so grab a notebook and get ready to map out your journey from hustler to true business owner. My socials: YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@Caleb__trung Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/caleb__trung Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/calebtnguyen

Do you see the internet gurus, and heck, even some of the big names on social media who run lawn and landscape businesses, talking about different softwares, and automated this or that, talking about how much time and money you could be saving, but you're not really sure where to start? Or maybe you've seen ads for this CRM or that CRM, and this software that promises to do this or that, and you just want to know how to offload basic tasks? Then learning about the primary areas of your business that a software can help you streamline, and then picking the software platform that best fits your budget, your organizational structure, and your companies' size is exactly what you need- which is exactly what I talk about in this episode... Enjoy   My socials: YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@Caleb__trung Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/caleb__trung Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/calebtnguyen

Are you growing your business, but as it grows, especially with employees, the more work you do, the more clients you have, it just ends up being more and more hours and more and more fires for you to put out? Or maybe things are good, not too hectic, and you finally have some really solid guys so life is fine, but... -You want to get a lot farther than you are now, but you feel like there aren't enough quality and knowledgeable employees available that you could even do that. -You want to be able to take larger periods of time off -You want your days and hours to be more consistent, so you can spend more time on what matters most -Your employees are tearing down everything you worked so hard to build   Than this episode is for you. Enjoy.   My socials: YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@Caleb__trung Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/caleb__trung Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/calebtnguyen

Does it feel like every time you add a client, you're just replacing it with a client that's leaving? Or are you trying to build up your business, but you feel like difficult communication with clients is becoming a bottleneck? Then this episode is for you- in it we go over how to retain your clients longer- through better service, better customer service, as well as some unique strategies to stick in your clients' minds, even during the busy seasons. Enjoy.   My socials: YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@Caleb__trung Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/caleb__trung Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/calebtnguyen

Want to keep a bulletproof image in the marketplace, while still continuing to grow and hire new employees you know noting about? Want to learn to deal with customer complaints in a way where you loose less clients, keep a better reputation, and don't spend days of your life fighting upset clients? Then listen up- this episode is for you. In it, I talk about how to PREVENT the vast majority of complaints and quickly and effectively deal with the ones that still manage to slip through the cracks and still need dealt with. Enjoy   My socials: YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@Caleb__trung Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/caleb__trung Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/calebtnguyen

Are you looking to make more from each phone call that comes in? Then this episode is for you- in it, I delve into how to actually sell your lawn and landscape services, both over the phone, and in-person. This is a game-changer for those looking to get a better bang for there buck, or fight back against a softer economy. Enjoy.   My socials: YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@Caleb__trung Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/caleb__trung Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/calebtnguyen

A lot of folks, after they interview and find great candidates, drop the ball. They can't train new guys with great attitudes to do what they need them to, miscommunicate with new hires, and have good, skilled workers constantly leaving. In this episode, I talk about exactly how to avoid all of those things, and how to onboard and train efficiently and effectively, while retaining your best guys for as long as possible. Enjoy.   My socials: YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@Caleb__trung Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/caleb__trung Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/calebtnguyen

Trying to avoid another employee catastrophe, or another hire that just wants to lie, cheat, steal? Or trying to grow, but need a faster and better process to be able to weed the A-players from the losers so you can focus on growing all the other aspects of your business?   Than this episode is for you- in it, we talk about the process, from start to finish, on interviewing applicants in a way that guarantees a good hire, faster and easier than you've ever seen before. Enjoy.   My socials: YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@Caleb__trung Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/caleb__trung Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/calebtnguyen

If you are struggling to figure out how to effectively hire new guys, from where to get them, to how to steal them away from the larger, more established companies in your area, this episode is for you- In it, we talk about my two primary channels for where I get these new employees, and how I keep them out of the prying hands of other large companies in my area that might offer more pay or overall stability. Enjoy.   My socials: YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@Caleb__trung Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/caleb__trung Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/calebtnguyen

Are you either bouncing between too much work and not enough guys and equipment to do the work, and not enough work for the employees and equipment you have? Or do you even just want to reverse-engineer your growth, so you can chose to grow WHEN AND HOW MUCH you grow? Then this episode is for you. In it, I talk about 3 direct response marketing tactics that I've used in my business to put in X dollars and X hours to get Y amount of clients- a true client ATM. Enjoy.   My socials: YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@Caleb__trung Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/caleb__trung Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/calebtnguyen

Are you guys trying to stay consistently booked out, but you're too busy during the busy seasons to capitalize on the rush, and/or your business is drying up during the slow months, and you're not sure what's worth it, and what is going to be a waste of your hard-earned money? Then this episode is perfect for you- in it, I delve into 3 tried-and-true marketing methods that can be borderline on autopilot, so you can stay booked out, and have the time to focus on doing good work. The best part? All 3 methods are free, or close to it. Enjoy,   My socials: YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@Caleb__trung Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/caleb__trung Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/calebtnguyen

Are you trying to grow, but every time you try something, nothing sticks? Do people have a hard time remembering your companies' name long enough to find you on the internet? Then this episode is for you- this is part 1 of 12 in a series designed to help you grow, using the lessons and strategies I used to grow to $60k+ per month. In it, I discuss the 3 biggest things to be aware of, in order to build a brand image and ethos around your business that helps you drive down your costs to acquire clients, helps you recruit better and more qualified employees, and create opportunities and a reputation for yourself, even outside of your lawn and landscape business.   My socials: YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@Caleb__trung Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/caleb__trung Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/calebtnguyen

It's been a minute, but I'm back.   My story of where I've been, and how the business has built into a 60k per month+ business.   It's been a bumpy ride, and I really just want to share with you guys what the ride looked like. Hope you enjoy, and I'll catch you next week, when we begin our 12-part series talking about how YOU can do 60k+/month without the brutal headaches and issues I had to go through.   My socials: YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@Caleb__trung Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/caleb__trung Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/calebtnguyen

Looking to escape the grind, the constant firefighting, and working so hard, only to see profits blown on stupid mistakes? Than this episode is for you.   My socials: YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@themowtivated Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/calebnguyen_lawnlife/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/calebtnguyen

Gearing up for a hectic spring rush, and have big goals for the business this year, but are sick of the stress and the ridiculous hours? This episode is for those looking to grow more in less time, with less stress. Enjoy.   P.S. My mic did blow out on me, so bear with the peaky audio.   My socials: YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@themowtivated Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/calebnguyen_lawnlife/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/calebtnguyen

Should I buy out a competitor, and if so, how do I find sellers, and negotiate the best deal possible, and maximize that acquisition?   My socials: YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@themowtivated Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/calebnguyen_lawnlife/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/calebtnguyen

To those of you working your butt off for what feels like nothing. Enjoy, and keep execeuting.   My socials: YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@themowtivated Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/calebnguyen_lawnlife/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/calebtnguyen

Should I take on debt while growing my business, or not? If you're looking for a little bit of context from someone who's run a business with no debt AND run a business with debt, this one is for you. Enjoy.   My socials: YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@themowtivated Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/calebnguyen_lawnlife/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/calebtnguyen

Working around the clock, but aren't making the progress you want/need to be?  This is the episode for you- in it I share the one MASSIVE mindset shift to starting growing quickly, and the 3 actionable areas to apply it to, as well as actionable advice that can be applied immediately!   My socials: YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@themowtivated Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/calebnguyen_lawnlife/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/calebtnguyen

Want to blow up the business, but aren't sure what your day should even look like?  This is the episode for you- from what your day-to-day needs to like in every season of the year, to 3 hacks to get more done in less time!   My socials: YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@themowtivated Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/calebnguyen_lawnlife/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/calebtnguyen

Okay, so we know how to get clients, but now we have to do the work! Who and how do we find the right folks to get the job done? And where do we even find them? Give this one a listen and find out for yourself.   Job Listing Template (super simple, but absolutely killer results. Make sure you hit 'copy', so you can have one to edit for yourself): https://docs.google.com/document/d/1aA0wJf8oZBecPkVazLa5CBHNPG8kQ9WeNWnhiUJx-6g/edit?usp=sharing     My socials: YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@themowtivated Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/calebnguyen_lawnlife/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/calebtnguyen

Are you looking at AI, automations, and saying... is this the end of my business? Or maybe, are you saying "wow, I wonder how I can use this to truly grow my business to the next level". If so, and if you're curious how a college student built and sold a 7-figure lawncare company, then went and started an AI-based business for the lawn and landscape industry, you're gonna love this one. Enjoy.   Deep Lawn: https://deeplawn.com/ Joel's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/joel-northrup-452b45100/ Joel's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/northrupjoel/     My socials: YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@themowtivated Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/calebnguyen_lawnlife/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/calebtnguyen

Are you trying to grow, to live life, but can never find the hours in your day to get it done?  In this episode, I talk about 3 things I do (and have done) to steal back hours of time to work on growing the business instead of working for it, and increase profits. Enjoy.   My socials: YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@themowtivated Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/calebnguyen_lawnlife/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/calebtnguyen

Are you feeling a bit antsy, rearing to go out and crush your 2024 business goals, but at the same time, you feel stuck, because you're not sure how to grow your business over the winter? This episode is for you.   My socials: YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@themowtivated Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/calebnguyen_lawnlife/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/calebtnguyen

Should I buy a new mower this spring, and if so, which one and why?   My socials: YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@themowtivated Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/calebnguyen_lawnlife/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/calebtnguyen

What trimmers, blowers, hedge trimmers, and pole-saws should I be running? Ego? Echo? Greenworks? Stihl? Redmax? Tune in to find out.   My socials: YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@themowtivated Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/calebnguyen_lawnlife/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/calebtnguyen

In the market for a truck and trailer for your growing business, but want to maximize your money? This episode is for you!   My socials: YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@themowtivated Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/calebnguyen_lawnlife/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/calebtnguyen

An update on how quickly my business is growing, how I did it, and what I have planned for 2024. Enjoy.   My socials: YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@themowtivated Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/calebnguyen_lawnlife/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/calebtnguyen

So... how do I pay taxes, which ones do I actually have to pay, and how little in taxes can I pay?   My socials: YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@themowtivated Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/calebnguyen_lawnlife/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/calebtnguyen

Are you trying to figure out how to structure your business in a way that keeps you out of legal trouble, while helping you save on taxes?   My socials: YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@themowtivated Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/calebnguyen_lawnlife/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/calebtnguyen

You might be growing, you might be shrinking, but how the heck do I build momentum and growth in my business and keep it?   My socials: YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@themowtivated Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/calebnguyen_lawnlife/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/calebtnguyen

Okay, so now you're tracking you numbers- how do you use those numbers to objectively grow your business?   My socials: YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@themowtivated Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/calebnguyen_lawnlife/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/calebtnguyen

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Not sure where the money is going, and how to create systems arounds knowing numbers? This ones for you. https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1aMoCsPeH-vEls5Zf197InYyxm2Uq408vRp51hPwXKHY/edit?usp=sharing     My socials: YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@themowtivated Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/calebnguyen_lawnlife/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/calebtnguyen

How and when do I fire an employee?   My socials: YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@themowtivated Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/calebnguyen_lawnlife/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/calebtnguyen

Wow, what an interview. If you're looking for an interview with a down to earth, but equally successful multi-million dollar green-industry business owner, this one is definitely for you. From building a $1.3 Million lawn maintenance company, to buying and growing one of the biggest fertilization companies in his area, to being in masterminds with Mike Callahan, Chester Bucynski, Jason Cupp, this interview was a blast, and definitely not one you want to miss. So grab a notepad, and find somewhere comfortable to sit, because this interview will having you taking a lot of notes.   My socials: YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@themowtivated Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/calebnguyen_lawnlife/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/calebtnguyen

...So you've now trained your employee... How do we keep those employees around?   My socials: YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@themowtivated Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/calebnguyen_lawnlife/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/calebtnguyen

His Socials: Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/lawn-care-power-moves/id1655777734 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@mack_landscaping412 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mack_landscaping412/   My socials: YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@themowtivated Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/calebnguyen_lawnlife/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/calebtnguyen

...So you've hired your employee.. how do we get them to perform better than we can? Here's how to do that, and keep your employees longer than any of the competition.   My socials: YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@themowtivated Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/calebnguyen_lawnlife/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/calebtnguyen

If you've thought about starting a YouTube channel in the past, or have seen Fill on the interwebs before, you're definitely going to enjoy this episode!   His socials: https://www.youtube.com/@fillslawncare https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-think-green-podcast/id1587452848   My socials: YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@themowtivated Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/calebnguyen_lawnlife/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/calebtnguyen

You say you want that million-dollar business, but could you even handle it? Let's talk reality.   My socials: YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@themowtivated Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/calebnguyen_lawnlife/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/calebtnguyen

The first episode in the Pillar 3 mini-series- how to recruit/hire employees- whether you're looking for your first employee, you aren't sure if you even should hire an employee, or you are hiring dozens of employees a season, this one's for you.   My socials: YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@themowtivated Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/calebnguyen_lawnlife/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/calebtnguyen

There's a lot out their about paid marketing, what works and what doesn't, so I wanted to take an episode to go over all the paid marketing that I've ever done, and give you guys the rundown of the pros and cons of each of them.  Enjoy.   My socials: YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@themowtivated Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/calebnguyen_lawnlife/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/calebtnguyen

Man, did I enjoy this interview. Mike is the founder of Fresh Cut Pros, a lawn and fert business out of Illinois, and he's crushing it- he's actually on track to do over $1.1 Million in sales this year, depending on what winter looks like. I had a blast, and learned a ton- I think you guys are too.   My socials: YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@themowtivated Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/calebnguyen_lawnlife/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/calebtnguyen