Podcasts about Jobber

Mike Garvey returns to The Green Grind to share what's changed since his first appearance on the show and why he believes robotics, battery-powered equipment, and smart technology are transforming the landscape industry. From growing Coastal Fertilization and expanding into new markets to becoming a Kress robotic mower dealer, Mike breaks down what he's learning on the front lines of innovation.

In this solo episode of The Green Grind, LeRoy dives deep into the realities of entrepreneurship, leadership, and the often-unseen challenges that come with growing a business. From sleepless nights worrying about payroll and equipment breakdowns to managing teams, developing leaders, and navigating the growing pains that come with expansion, Lee shares an honest look at what life is really like behind the scenes. LeRoy discusses why consistency beats intensity, how growth often creates new problems before it creates opportunities, and why building great people is more important than simply chasing revenue. He also shares lessons learned from nearly two decades in business, including the importance of leadership development, creating systems, choosing the right clients, and playing the long game.

This week on Nation, the podcast made for window cleaners, we're talking about ads: how they work, why they work, and why yours may not be working quite well enough. If you're putting ads out there trying to sell people window cleaning and no one is buying, then it's not a problem with ads. It's a problem with your ads. It's a hard truth, but there are some very important psychology rules when it comes to advertising and connecting with people. Let's jump in and see if we can't get those improved. ~Jersey 862-312-2026 https://windowcleaner.com/JJ https://go.getjobber.com/jersey 20% off of Jobber! The best CRM out there! https://print.windowcleaner.com?sca_ref=7832020.Oq3EKvETIH8YJMCS User code JERSEY15 to get 15% off of any and all print!

On Celebrity Jobber REWINDS - Joe Perry, founding member of the rock band Aerosmith. What would have happened if Joe had never met Steven Tyler? What type of work would he be doing if he wasn't the lead guitarist and occasional vocalist of Aerosmith? Many celebrities will tell you that if not for that one lucky break or meeting, they would be selling condos on the beach or pouring concrete somewhere. They may have been just a jobber. Thanks for listening. Please rate, review, and subscribe to the Celebrity Jobber with Jeff Zito wherever you pod.

Hayden Fake got his dedicated excavator in mid-June.By July, Mountain Mulching had generated $85,675 in confirmed revenue.In this episode, I sit down with Hayden to break down what happened between those two points and the systems he's putting in place to turn that early momentum into a repeatable business.We talk about how he launched the company, set up his website and Jobber, started running Facebook ads, built lead follow-up automations, established his crew day rate, and learned to confidently sell high-value forestry mulching and fire mitigation projects.Hayden also shares what it was like putting himself on camera for local Facebook ads, dealing with the fear of what friends and people in town might think, and realizing that the reward of marketing your business is much bigger than the risk of somebody giving you a hard time.We also get into:Pricing jobs when every property is differentWhy Facebook ads work so well for local service businessesGetting over imposter syndrome by doing the workFire mitigation and selective thinningBuilding systems instead of relying on hustleAutomating Facebook leads into JobberWhy following someone a few steps ahead can accelerate your growthChoosing equipment based on ROI instead of the “shiny new object”Building recurring maintenance opportunitiesThe crew-versus-backlog chicken-and-egg problemHayden's goal for August: break the $100K/month mark.

This week on The Green Grind Podcast, LeRoy and Kory sit down with Alex Campbell, owner of Campbell's Lawn & Landscape in North Carolina, to talk about turning a lifelong passion for lawn care into a rapidly growing business. Alex shares how an obsession with mowing grass as a kid eventually became a thriving company now closing in on the million-dollar mark. He breaks down the lessons learned along the way, the importance of delivering consistent quality, and why creating a great customer experience remains at the center of everything his team does.

Most customers don't hate sales. They hate feeling like they're being sold to. Learn how to ask better questions, build trust before talking about price, and create a sales process that feels natural for both your team and your customers. In this episode of Masters of Home Service, host Adam Sylvester sits down with Kevin Valle (Pink's Windows) to explain how serving customers instead of pitching them helped grow his business from roughly $3,000 a month to more than $80,000 a month. Show Notes: [00:57] Why old-school sales tactics don't work anymore [02:26] From $3K to $80K/month without sales scripts [03:10] What is a healthy close rate for home services? [04:12] How asking better questions wins more jobs [06:51] Why listening matters more than talking [08:43] Build trust before revealing your price [10:40] How to train technicians to sell naturally [13:45] Why Kevin calls sales "serving" [14:39] Kevin's favorite question to ask customers New to Jobber? Claim your exclusive listener discount: https://bit.ly/4y8A4GJ

Erica offers a raw and unscripted look at the emotional volatility of entrepreneurship. She openly discusses feeling overwhelmed and burnt out while managing a successful dog waste removal company amidst personal stress and staffing issues. Throughout the recording, she explores the difficult balance between scaling a business and maintaining personal well-being, even questioning her future path. She also highlights the value of professional networking, specifically promoting an upcoming industry convention in Dallas for fellow operators. Comments and Questions are welcome.   Send to: thescooppodcast22@gmail.com

Kevin Heffernan is on Celebrity Jobber with Jeff Zito this week. What type of work would Kevin be doing if not for being an actor, filmmaker, and member of the Broken Lizard comedy group? Many celebrities will tell you that if not for that one lucky break or meeting, they would have been working at Jigsaw like Kate Middleton, or working in a slaughterhouse like Ozzy Osbourne. In other words, they may have been just a jobber. Thanks for listening. Please rate, review, and subscribe to the Celebrity Jobber with Jeff Zito wherever you pod.

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If you're pricing land clearing jobs by the day, you're doing it the hard way — and it's capping how much you make. In this episode I break down why day rate pricing is the lazy way to bid, and I walk you through the exact 3-step system I use to build a per-project price I can present with confidence on every land clearing and forestry mulching job.What you'll learn:Why day rate pricing removes your upside and turns you into a hired handHow I combine my crew day rate with my actual production rate to land on a per-project priceWhy no two acres are the same, and why a flat price sheet doesn't work in this industryHow Clear Path's new crew setup and production tracker help owner-operators build their own pricing data over timeWhat's coming next for Clear Path: AI-built proposals, marketing plans, and content pulled straight from your job dataTry Clear Path, my AI pricing tool built for land clearing owner-operators: https://landclearing.io/pro

Kevin Smith is on Celebrity Jobber REWINDS this week. What type of work would Kevin be doing if not for being an actor, director, producer, writer, and podcaster? Do you remember him from his low-budget buddy comedy Clerks?  Many celebrities will tell you that if not for that one lucky break or meeting, they would be working at the GAP like Kanye West or like Megan Fox wearing a banana suit for a promotional event. They may have been just a jobber. Thanks for listening. Please rate, review, and subscribe to the Celebrity Jobber with Jeff Zito wherever you pod.

on this episode of the green grind Kory and LeRoy sit down with Jason Clarkson of Turf Geeks is back on The Green Podcast, and a lot has changed since his first appearance. What started as a one-man operation built on systems and processes has evolved into a rapidly growing business with a clear vision for the future. Jason joins LeRoy and Kory to share what he's learned from hiring his first employee, building a culture around core values, embracing automation, and creating an exceptional customer experience that sets his company apart.

The best marketing for your home service business might already be sitting in your camera roll. Learn how to get more local leads without paying for Google Ads by using YouTube, video marketing, and content that builds trust before the first phone call. In this episode of Masters of Home Service, host Adam Sylvester sits down with Jacob Palmer (Palmer Electrical) to explain how he stopped paying for Google Ads nearly two years ago and made simple YouTube videos one of his biggest sources of leads. He shares practical tips on creating "watch me work" videos, building trust through content, and turning YouTube into a powerful sales tool.  New to Jobber? Claim your exclusive listener discount: https://bit.ly/4y8A4GJ Show Notes: [00:46] Why Jacob stopped paying for Google Ads [02:08] How to get local leads without paying for ads [03:20] How contractors can get customers from YouTube [04:07] Why "watch me work" videos build customer trust [06:46] How to optimize YouTube videos for local SEO [07:01] Should you use your phone or buy a camera? [07:58] Turn YouTube videos into a sales tool [09:13] How to ask customers for more Google reviews [09:43] Why ChatGPT recommends local businesses

Erica reflects on her professional evolution from a dissatisfied hospital employee to the successful owner of a dog waste removal business. She discusses the profound impact of peer pressure at different life stages, moving from youthful risky behaviors to a mature focus on positive social circles and personal branding. Krupin emphasizes how surrounding herself with mentors and fellow entrepreneurs helped her overcome limiting beliefs and develop the confidence to scale her company. She also touches on her spiritual journey and the importance of sobriety in maintaining a sound marriage and a focused business mindset. Throughout the episode, she encourages listeners to audit their own environments and embrace lifelong growth regardless of their background.  Comments and Questions are welcome.   Send to: thescooppodcast22@gmail.com

Tyler Florence is on Celebrity Jobber with Jeff Zito this week. What type of work would Tyler be doing if not for being a chef and television host of several Food Network shows? Many celebrities will tell you that if not for that one lucky break or meeting, they would have been working at Jigsaw like Kate Middleton, or performing as a juggler and unicyclist like Patrick Dempsey. In other words, they may have been just a jobber. Thanks for listening. Please rate, review, and subscribe to the Celebrity Jobber with Jeff Zito wherever you pod.

Ben Reed walks through his full journey as the first (and for a while, only) marketer at FieldPulse — a construction/trades field service software startup competing against Service Titan, Jobber, and Housecall Pro — through 300%+ revenue growth and a team of 12, and into his first 60 days as VP Marketing at Ressio.In this roundtable, Ben covers:Finding a $5–10K ACV market gap between larger and smaller competitorsWhy he hired a videographer as his second marketing hireHow FieldPulse's YouTube content started outranking Google search resultsTurning field events from badge-scanning into 100+ qualified meetings per showHis Meta Ads playbook, campaign objective strategy, and the Andromeda algorithm shiftScaling a marketing team from 1 to 12 people, tied to revenue targetsWhat he's doing differently in his first 60 days at Resio: product marketing, positioning, SEO, and customer ambassadorsA tactical breakdown for B2B marketing leaders on go-to-market strategy, ICP positioning, demand generation, paid social, field events, and team scaling in a competitive vertical SaaS market.#B2BMarketing #DemandGeneration #GTMStrategy #MarketingLeadership #PaidSocial #FieldMarketing #ProductMarketing #SaaSMarketing #MetaAds #ICP

On this episode of the Celebrity Jobber REWINDS, Jacoby Shaddix from Papa Roach. What would have happened if Jacoby never got his big break? What type of work would he be doing? Many celebrities will tell you that if not for that one lucky break or meeting, they would be selling Real Estate somewhere or be in the Funeral Home business. They may have been just a jobber. Thanks for listening. Please rate, review, and subscribe to the Celebrity Jobber with Jeff Zito wherever you pod.

What separates good business owners from great ones? In this episode of The Green Grind Podcast, LeRoy and Kory welcome back Ezra McCarthy of Green Frog Web Design—but this time, the conversation goes far beyond marketing. Drawing from dozens of interviews with successful entrepreneurs on his own podcast, Ezra shares the biggest lessons he's learned about mindset, leadership, profitability, hiring, delegation, and building a business that actually supports the life you want. Together, the guys dive into why bigger isn't always better, the importance of knowing your numbers, creating systems that scale, hiring the right people before you need them, and why business owners are often the biggest bottleneck to their own growth.

Being the best technician in your company feels like a win. It can also become the thing holding your business back. Learn how to delegate with confidence, build systems your team can follow, and transition from working in your business to growing it. In this episode of Masters of Home Service, host Adam Sylvester sits down with Austin Rogers (Avai Property Solutions) and Sadi Ingallina (Grow Your Tree Co.) to break down why stepping out of the field is one of the hardest but most important transitions for home service business owners. They share practical advice on hiring, training employees, creating SOPs, and building systems that make delegation easier. New to Jobber? Claim your exclusive listener discount: https://bit.ly/4y8A4GJ Show Notes: [00:47] Why being the best technician can limit business growth [02:29] How to transition from technician to business owner [04:15] Why some home service owners struggle to delegate [06:55] Using SOPs and checklists to improve employee training [08:55] Should you hire experienced employees or train from scratch? [10:07] How to stop jumping back into field work [12:06] How to build a team that doesn't depend on you [14:25] Stop fixing symptoms and solve the real problem [16:25] How business systems create owner freedom [17:09] The first SOP every home service business should document [19:06] The biggest fear when stepping out of the field [19:18] The next thing Sadi and Austin need to delegate [19:50] The last task they successfully handed off [20:02] What they're most proud of after stepping back

 John Paul DeJoria is on Celebrity Jobber with Jeff Zito this week. What type of work would John Paul be doing if not for being a billionaire businessman, best known as a co-founder of the Paul Mitchell line of hair products and The Patrón Spirits Company? Many celebrities will tell you that if not for that one lucky break or meeting, they would have been selling insurance door-to-door like George Clooney or performing as a juggler and unicyclist like Patrick Dempsey. In other words, they may have been just a jobber. Thanks for listening. Please rate, review, and subscribe to the Celebrity Jobber with Jeff Zito wherever you pod.

This week on The Green Grind, Kory and LeRoy sit down with Clayton Garrison, President of Norwalk Seasonal Services and Creative Nature, to discuss his entrepreneurial journey—from buying his first snowplow with a loan while working a full-time banking job to building multiple successful outdoor service businesses in Central Iowa. Clayton shares the lessons he's learned about growing with intention, creating efficient systems, hiring the right people, and making the transition from working in the business to leading the business. The conversation dives into leadership, the importance of processes, building a strong team, and why organization is one of the biggest competitive advantages any contractor can have.

Think a $100 Google lead only costs you $100? You're probably underestimating what it really costs to win that customer. Learn how to uncover your true customer acquisition cost (CAC), spot expensive marketing blind spots, and make smarter decisions that protect your profit. In this episode of Masters of Home Service, host Adam Sylvester sits down with Gabe Chrismon (Oply) to break down the hidden costs behind every new customer. They explore lead qualification, lead tracking, and practical ways to lower customer acquisition costs and get more value from every marketing dollar. New to Jobber? Claim your exclusive listener discount: https://bit.ly/4y8A4GJ Show Notes: [00:42] What is customer acquisition cost (CAC)? [01:24] The hidden costs behind every new customer [05:23] How do you track customer acquisition cost? [06:38] Why drive time quietly destroys profit [08:52] How upsells and downsells lower your CAC [10:04] Why shared leads cost more than you think [12:44] Common customer acquisition cost misconceptions [14:46] How to track and test your best marketing channels [19:45] Which marketing channels should new businesses choose? [21:21] How lead attribution improves marketing ROI [22:48] Which marketing channels should contractors avoid? [22:57] How to qualify leads before wasting time

Erica shares why consistently paying yourself is critical and how she learned this after years of stopping and starting her own pay while always prioritizing employee payroll. She explains the stress and confidence issues caused by inconsistent owner pay, and how advice from Charles Nelson at LCR Summit pushed her to set a non-negotiable paycheck. Erica describes the difference between owner's draws and being on payroll as an S-corp employee, the importance of separating business and personal banking and setting aside money for taxes, and how underpricing and unnecessary expenses can prevent both owner pay and proper staffing. She notes her current routine of paying herself $1,250 base pay per week (paid every two weeks) and working toward building at least three months of savings while still covering payroll and marketing. Comments and Questions are welcome.   Send to: thescooppodcast22@gmail.com

Jeff Arcuri is on Celebrity Jobber with Jeff Zito this week. What type of work would Jeff be doing if not for being a stand-up comedian known for his crowd work? His stand-up special, Nice to Meet You, was just released on Netflix. Many celebrities will tell you that if not for that one lucky break or meeting, they would have been selling insurance door-to-door like George Clooney or performing as a juggler and unicyclist like Patrick Dempsey. In other words, they may have been just a jobber. Thanks for listening. Please rate, review, and subscribe to the Celebrity Jobber with Jeff Zito wherever you pod.

Most land clearing bids fall apart because guys price every acre the same way. In this episode, Austin Gray and Jacob Nettesheim break down production rate tracking — the second half of a bulletproof pricing system, paired with the crew day rates covered last week.What you'll learn in this episode:The 3 types of pricing people in this business — and which one is losing money without realizing itHow to track your production rate (acres cleared per crew day) the right wayThe 3x3 rating system for vegetation, slope, and access, and why it changes everything about a bidHow to find your baseline production rate if you're new to the businessA live look at the new production rate tracker inside Clear Path AIWhy combining your crew day rate with your production rate gets you a confident, accurate bid every timeTry Clear Path AI, the first AI advisor and pricing tool built specifically for land clearing and forestry mulching companies: https://landclearing.io/pro

I spent years being the bottleneck in my own business, and I know a lot of you are still there right now — running every job, taking every call, afraid to hand anything off. On this episode I sit down with Bodhi Gallo of Stryker Digital to talk about the biggest lesson he learned in 2025: going from player to coach. Bodhi took 120+ sales calls a month for two and a half years before he figured out how to delegate without losing quality, and he's laying out exactly how he's using AI to train his team faster than he ever could on his own.If you run a land clearing, forestry mulching, or wildfire mitigation business and you're still the one holding everything together, this conversation is for you.What we get into:Why delegating too early kills a business How I use ChatGPT and Claude to turn sales calls and job recordings into training handbooksThe SOP method to onboard crewWhy a semi-exact match domain and localized Google Business Profiles beat generic keyword domains for local service businessesWhat $300K in Facebook ad spend taught Bodhi about cold traffic, and why building a real brand matters more than ever with AI changing searchHow to record one piece of long-form content and repurpose it into short-form clips across every platform, without hiring a specialist for each one

In this episode of The Green Grind, Kory and LeRoy dive into the real-world challenges and rewards of growing a landscaping business through acquisitions. LeRoy shares the story behind Brilliant Borders' recent acquisition, how an unexpected opportunity turned into a strategic move, and the lessons learned throughout the process.

Making customers work to hire you could be costing you jobs. Discover how to build a frictionless sales process with better online forms, faster follow-up, and estimates that make it easier for customers to say yes. In this episode of Masters of Home Service, host Adam Sylvester sits down with Brandon Downer (Pink's Windows) to break down the systems behind a frictionless sales system. From simplifying quote requests to removing unnecessary back-and-forth, Brandon shares practical ways to improve the customer experience and win more work. Download our free frictionless selling playbook to put their tips into action: https://bit.ly/3SYimWq New to Jobber? Claim your exclusive listener discount: https://bit.ly/4y8A4GJ Show Notes: [00:49] How a frictionless sales process drives growth [02:17] How to build a high-converting online quote form [04:00] How to sell recurring services naturally [05:05] Why customers want more ways to book services [05:44] Hard sell vs. soft sell: Which works best? [07:49] Quotes vs. ballpark estimates: Which builds more trust? [08:07] Make every quote easier to book with appointment dates [09:14] Why speed to lead helps contractors win more jobs [10:20] Should you text or call new home service leads? [11:23] How to capture after-hours leads automatically [13:19] How Pink's general manager handles high lead volume [14:01] Sales automation that speeds up response time [14:56] The #1 sales automation mistake contractors make [15:22] Brandon Downer's best sales closing line

Erica uses this mid-year recap to reflect on her business's recovery from a difficult year to a 56% revenue increase. She emphasizes the necessity of professional financial management, such as transitioning to a W2 payroll and hiring a dedicated bookkeeper to understand cash flow. The transcript highlights the importance of investing in infrastructure, including specialized communication software and overhiring to find high-quality staff. Beyond logistics, Krupin discusses the value of physical strength training for long-term health and the functional ability to handle business demands independently. She also promotes ScoopCon, an industry event designed to foster networking and provide advanced training for pet waste removal entrepreneurs. Comments and Questions are welcome.   Send to: thescooppodcast22@gmail.com

Lukas Haas is on Celebrity Jobber with Jeff Zito this week. What type of work would Lukas be doing if not for being an actor and musician with a career spanning over four decades? Many celebrities will tell you that if not for that one lucky break or meeting, they would have been selling insurance door-to-door like George Clooney or performing as a juggler and unicyclist like Patrick Dempsey. In other words, they may have been just a jobber. Thanks for listening. Please rate, review, and subscribe to the Celebrity Jobber with Jeff Zito wherever you pod.

Still guessing on pricing? Jacob Neffendorf and I break down exactly how to calculate your true crew day rate using Clear Path — the first AI advisor built and trained specifically for land clearing and forestry mulching operators.What you'll learn:The 5 cost buckets that make up your true crew day rateWhy your break-even number matters more than what other guys charge locallyHow to set up your pricing blueprint inside Clear Path in under 10 minutesThe 3x3 matrix for adjusting price by vegetation, slope, and accessWhy confidence in your numbers wins more jobs, not fewer

In this episode of The Green Grind Podcast, LeRoy and Kory sit down with Landon Evanoff, a 20-year-old entrepreneur from Michigan who scaled his lawn and landscape company from knocking doors for pressure washing jobs to generating over $100,000 in monthly revenue. Kory and LeRoy break down the hard truths behind entrepreneurship: why chaos is common in growing companies, how to build real systems, and what it takes to earn respect as a young business owner managing older employees.

Should you lease, buy new, or buy used commercial trucks for a home service business? Discover fleet management strategies to scale your business, manage cash flow, and handle vehicle maintenance without draining your budget. In this episode of Masters of Home Service, host Adam Sylvester sits down with Beau Batcheller (Five Stones Landscaping) and Kyle MacDonald (Force Fleet Tracking) to break down the true costs of growing a reliable fleet. Looking to simplify fleet management? Learn more about the Force Fleet Tracking and Jobber integration: https://bit.ly/3QRTIWN New to Jobber? Claim your exclusive listener discount: https://bit.ly/4y8A4GJ Show Notes: [00:42] How to know when older work trucks become a financial liability [01:33] Commercial truck leasing vs. buying: Real contractor experiences [04:54] Should contractors buy new or used work vehicles? [08:48] How to make fleet maintenance costs predictable [12:51] What does a vehicle breakdown really cost? [14:58] How a clean, wrapped fleet builds customer trust [16:09] Tips for finding affordable work trucks at vehicle auctions [17:22] How to calculate and track the true cost of vehicle ownership [18:11] How to buy used commercial trucks without overpaying [18:50] Backup trucks, vehicle wraps, and smart contractor branding [20:30] Borrowing or renting commercial trucks during unexpected breakdowns [21:14] Common fleet maintenance habits business owners skip [21:29] The hidden fuel costs of running older work trucks [21:55] Why you shouldn't buy your dream truck too early in business [22:18] What are the long-term benefits of buying newer work trucks?

This podcast features a conversation between Erica Krupin and Cesar Moreno, the owner of Stinky Tails, regarding the realities of the dog waste removal industry. The two entrepreneurs reflect on their eight-year journeys, discussing the transition from being the "new wave" of scoopers to established veterans. Moreno shares his origin story, which began with a barefoot accident and a desire to avoid high franchise fees, leading to a successful business in Downey, California. A significant portion of the discussion focuses on the power of social media branding, specifically how consistent Instagram content and authentic "behind-the-scenes" footage drove growth. They also address practical business challenges, such as pricing strategies, the debate over free initial cleanings, and the benefits of using two-person crews. Comments and Questions are welcome.   Send to: thescooppodcast22@gmail.com

Des Bishop is on Celebrity Jobber with Jeff Zito this week. What type of work would Des be doing if not for being a successful American-Irish comedian? Many celebrities will tell you that if not for that one lucky break or meeting, they would have been selling insurance door-to-door like George Clooney or managing a Wendy's like Eva Longoria. In other words, they may have been just a jobber. Thanks for listening. Please rate, review, and subscribe to the Celebrity Jobber with Jeff Zito wherever you pod.

In this episode, junk removal founder Kirk McKinney joins host Shawn Lynch to unpack how he built Junk Teens from a single pickup truck into a $5 million operation with zero debt at just 22 years old. Kirk started the business alongside his younger brother at age 17 in Massachusetts, with no outside funding, no formal business plan, and no certainty the concept would work. What you are about to hear is not a highlight reel. It is the honest and deeply instructive story of what it takes to transform a junk-removal side hustle into a nationally scalable brand.Shawn and Kirk break down the full evolution of Junk Teens, from reselling speakers and scrap metal at the local dump as a teenager to managing eight Isuzu dump trucks, a team of 25 people, and a revenue target of $5 million in a single year. Kirk shares the exact moment he chose to reinvest his profits into a dump truck rather than buy his dream Hellcat, explains why hiring a great operator is more valuable than managing every system yourself, and walks through how tools like Jobber, GoHighLevel, and a virtual assistant team in the Philippines transformed a million-dollar side hustle into a real scalable home service company. The conversation goes deep on why social media has become the most powerful press and public relations engine for home service businesses right now, how Kirk plans to expand Junk Teens across privately owned locations in major US markets, and what most junk removal founders get wrong when they try to scale past seven figures. Kirk also opens up about the challenge of balancing family and business, his honest take on the college-versus-entrepreneurship debate, and how he is using AI tools like Claude and ChatGPT to project the numbers behind a $100 million vision.Whether you are 17 years old with a big idea and no resources, or a seasoned founder trying to break through the seven-figure ceiling in your home service company, this episode delivers the kind of real and actionable insight that most business conversations skip entirely. Subscribe to the Official Success Formula channel so you never miss a conversation that gives you a genuine advantage. Listen to the full episode at the link below and connect with Kirk McKinney on Instagram and his personal YouTube channel to follow the Junk Teens story as it unfolds.Website- https://www.junkteens.com/Instagram- https://www.instagram.com/junk.teens/Tune in every Tuesday at 10 AM for another inspiring success story, along with the proven formula to help you achieve your own goals. Don't miss out on the insights that could change your life!Buzzsprout- https://successformulapodcast.buzzsprout.com/Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/7aRe06pXIq6yq8GQf62NBMAmazon Music - https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/1393b77c-626a-4a53-bdd5-43ce3b1aa15b/success-formula-podcastApple Podcast- https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/success-formula-podcast/id1748704615Our Social Media:Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@OfficialSuccessFormulaInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/officialsuccessformula/Twitter: https://x.com/_SuccessFormula/Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@officialsuccessformula

In this episode of The Green Podcast, Kory Ballard sits down with Stanley Genadek, better known as Dirt Monkey, for an impromptu conversation packed with entrepreneurial wisdom, business growth strategies, and real-world lessons from decades in the trenches. Stan shares his journey from running a construction company to building multiple successful businesses, including an online retail store, Airbnb portfolio, and one of the most recognized brands in the landscaping industry. Together, Kory and Stan dive into what separates successful entrepreneurs from everyone else: passion, vision, systems, leadership, and the willingness to get out of your own way.

What advice do successful home service business owners wish they had on day one? In this special episode of Masters of Home Service, host Adam Sylvester revisits some of the most memorable advice shared by owners who've built million-dollar businesses from the ground up. From overcoming self-doubt and staying focused to building confidence through action, these six lessons come from pros who lived the challenges of growing a business. Show Notes: [01:13] How to ignore criticism when starting a business  [01:43] Why chasing too many opportunities slows growth  [02:07] Build confidence by taking action, not waiting  [02:37] Why business is a numbers game  [03:10] How to keep customers during a business buyout  [03:55] Residential vs. commercial: Which path should you choose? New to Jobber? Masters of Home Service listeners can claim an exclusive discount for Jobber at https://bit.ly/4olKiNR

Erica provides a comprehensive update on her entrepreneurial journey within the pet waste removal industry. She highlights the upcoming Scoop Con 2026 convention in Dallas, emphasizing the value of professional networking and specialized training for small business owners. Krupin also shares a detailed financial review of her company's performance, utilizing Jobber software to track key growth metrics and service conversions. Beyond the numbers, she discusses operational challenges, such as managing staff turnover, navigating summer demand shifts, and implementing physical organizational tools for productivity. The episode is a transparent look at the daily realities of scaling a niche service business. Comments and Questions are welcome.   Send to: thescooppodcast22@gmail.com

Wynonna Judd is on Celebrity Jobber with Jeff Zito this week. What type of work would Wynonna be doing if not for being a Country Music Singer with 19 No. 1 Hits? Many celebrities will tell you that if not for that one lucky break or meeting, they would have been selling insurance door-to-door like George Clooney or managing a Wendy's like Eva Longoria. In other words, they may have been just a jobber. Thanks for listening. Please rate, review, and subscribe to the Celebrity Jobber with Jeff Zito wherever you pod. 

Jacob Neffendorf and I just launched Clear Path AI — a 24/7 AI advisor trained on nearly $20 million in land clearing ad spend and thousands of hours of real operator systems and transcripts. In this episode, we pull back the curtain with a full live demo and break down what this tool can actually do for your business right now.What you'll learn:The 3 levers that control your land clearing business (leads, sales, capacity) — and how to diagnose which one is your current bottleneckWhy a guardrailed, industry-specific AI gives you better answers than generic tools like ChatGPTHow Clear Path builds SEO website structures, content calendars, and Google Business Profile strategies in real timeWhy the companies who adopt AI fastest will get the outsized returns — and what that looks like in land clearing specificallyHow to set a 12-month revenue target and work backwards from it using Clear Path

This week on The Green Podcast, Kory Ballard sits down with YouTube creator, "Mower Mike," for an unfiltered conversation about entrepreneurship, content creation, lawn equipment, and chasing what excites you. Mike shares his journey from working a corporate career in the defense industry to building a successful YouTube channel focused on mower repairs, equipment reviews, and real-world testing. The two discuss the realities of creating content online, dealing with critics, growing an audience, and why authenticity still wins.

Growing a seven-figure home service business shouldn't cost you your sanity. In this episode of Masters of Home Service, host Adam Sylvester talks with Savannah Revis, founder of Earth Love Cleaning, about what it truly takes to scale your business past the $1 million mark. Savannah shares how discipline, systems, SOPs, and a focus on consistency helped her grow without sacrificing service quality.  Show Notes: [00:57] Savannah's early start in cleaning [01:28] How she built a million-dollar cleaning business  [02:13] How bodybuilding discipline transformed her cleaning business [03:17] What skills are needed to scale from $100K to $1M? [04:47] Why SOPs, systems, and checklists matter for growth [09:58] Streamlining client onboarding to reduce chaos [10:59] How to create clear SOPs for your team at every job [13:51] What roles should you hire for a million-dollar business? [15:13] How checklists improve customer satisfaction and retention New to Jobber? Masters of Home Service listeners can claim an exclusive discount for Jobber at https://bit.ly/4olKiNR

Erica discusses the operational hurdles of managing her six-figure dog waste removal business during a seasonal slowdown. She reflects on the tension between scaling her company through administrative tasks, such as developing Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), and the temptation to return to the field to save on labor costs. Krupin highlights the difficulty of hiring skilled staff for specialized roles like sales while navigating a competitive market and fluctuating client numbers. The episode also touches on her marketing strategies, including the use of YouTube and social media to build a recognizable brand. Throughout she emphasizes the importance of tracking business data and maintaining customer relationships to ensure long-term growth.  Comments and Questions are welcome.   Send to: thescooppodcast22@gmail.com

If you're trying to grow your window cleaning business in 2026, you don't need complicated marketing funnels, expensive ad campaigns, or massive budgets. In this video, I break down the exact marketing strategies I used to grow my own cleaning company and the same principles I've helped over 600 exterior cleaning business owners implement in their businesses.Start your free 14-day Jobber trial: https://go.getjobber.com/davemoerman-yt2 See where your business stands —Take the free Growth ScorecardListen to the full audiobook free — Get Off The TruckFollow HSBC Social's:Facebook | Instagram | YouTube | HSBC Accelerator | Jobber | Home Service Business Coach Email: info@homeservicebusinesscoach.com

In this episode of The Green Grind Podcast, Kory and Leroy dive into the red flags they've ignored throughout their careers—and the expensive lessons that followed. From customers who lead with price, employees who bring toxic attitudes, vendors who constantly miss deadlines, and acquisitions that looked good on paper but felt wrong in their gut, they share real-world stories of what happens when business owners overlook the warning signs.