Podcasts about mowers

Michelle's original interview was recorded in November 2022. Today we revisited how she operates her business in Kalgoorlie. She has revised several times working with employees, customers and tools. She has also made deliberate and significant changes to her fitness and wellbeing with personal and business life being affected by lifestyle choices. Go into the Podcast feed and listen to her first interview here before this one if you need a refresher.

This was recorded in November of 2022. The follow up interview is published today. Michelle has made a lot of changes in two and a half years.

Tony may have moved here from the UK, but he is as true blue as You'd expect from any Aussie, and he has built his business through hard work and perserverence in the grounds of Aussie battlers.  We all have to start from somewhere and build up to represent our selves and our businesses. Tony has demonstrated that this can be done well in the tough suburban markets where prices do get challenged and labour isn't cheap. He has ensured his business has deep foundations and he shares what it takes for you to do the same thing. It's not always fancy, high end and luxury properties that we build a lawn and garden maintenance business on, and this episode is proof that you can make it work.

Welcome the first episode of the "Into The Green Podcast" with BJ Wallace! Prez Maddly from Think Tank Coaching was the first to jump on to have a chat about everything from Memes to Mindset. Find him at ⬇️⬇️⬇️https://www.thinktankcoaching.com.au/Into The Green Podcast is where lawn care legends, landscapers, and industry entrepreneurs come to grow. From business tips and equipment chat to stories, sidebars, and industry trends, this show covers everything that keeps your blades sharp and your mind thriving. Got insights or questions? Leave us a message on our SpeakPipe call-in line—you might hear yourself on an upcoming episode! Link Below ⬇️⬇️⬇️https://www.speakpipe.com/IntothegreenpodcastOr send your voice recording to intothegreenpodcast@gmail.com 

Chris has elluded me for far too long so when I called him, I got his interview the next day and got it straight out to you this week. Well thought out and executed start Tested market value and viable margins Text book business startup, yet so unique an inspiring. And you'll love the instagram account; https://www.instagram.com/full_throttle_lawn_n_garden?igsh=cTR4MGRhaHZzamNq

Watch this episode on Youtube as the video content from the Warehouse is important. Duncan Russell and his wife Ella own International Mowers and we take a close look at what they have done with it. We look at the Scag lineup available in Australia and the warehouse that allows them to serve Australia with new machines and parts. They have been supporting Scag, and McConnel and Seppi with a commitment to their customers that is awesome.

Your business will address these questions early on. How to track regular maintenance work? Can I store customer details, the planned schedule and invoice all from one app? Will I be able to track more detailed information like, route density, Price structure, lost time travelling, photos of each job, employee performance? join SortScape now on http://sortscape.com/aussielawnstars

Ally has invested in the path of horticulture, working for Nursuries and other successful businesses before forging her own path, starting a garden maintenance business in Melbourne. We learn from Ally about what makes her business work well and the many challenges she has faced, some she continues to face in a male dominated industry.

In this episode, Ed Proulx of Pro Parts Direct shares how their massive inventory and customer-first approach help landscaping pros save time, money, and headaches when sourcing essential parts. Pro Parts Direct: Click Here Relay's Online Banking: Click Here Connect with Paul: Click Here Equip Expo: Save 50% off Equip Expo Tix w/ Promo Code PAUL Paul's Business Building Resources: Price Increase Letter Template Contract Templates Know Your Numbers Paul's Recommended Professionals: Horizon360 - Contractor Business Software Call Rail Get a Professional Website - Footbridge Media The Landscaping Bookkeeper Paul's Most Popular Business Books: How to Build a Thriving Lawn Care Business Cut That Grass and Make That Cash Disclaimer: Relay is a financial technology company and is not a bank. Banking services provided by Thread Bank, Member FDIC.

Felix has come a long way in his first year and he is making the most of the lessons he has learnt last year and the first part of this year. We cover the details of his start up and the equipment, pricing and employing. This is a wild ride.

The Autonomous Wright ZK is due to be released in Australia soon. It offers efficiency that cannot be matched for those who have large open areas that require regular mowing. Listen in to Aiden Andrews and myself as we discuss this in person

The guys sit down once again with Warrior for Life Ambassador and former NHL Forward Mark Mowers, who played with the Nashville Predators, Detroit Red Wings, Boston Bruins, and Anaheim Ducks. They discuss what life is like as a player (workouts, diets, daily life, etc.) and what life as a Pro Scout for the Minnesota Wild is like, especially around the NHL's Trade Deadline. Additionally, they cover topics such as the Ovi chase, ditching the NHL All Star Game, big trades, and why Cale Makar is likely to go down as one of the greatest defensemen of all time.  www.YouTube.com/@freshicehockeypodcast -Like and Subscribe! www.xenopucks.com -The best off-ice practice puck on the Market www.warriorforlifefund.org - Helping veterans and first responders through the game of hockey. Donate today!  Follow us on Social Media platforms: TikTok- @freshicepod Instagram @freshicehockeypodcast FB: Fresh Ice Hockey Podcast X- @TheFreshIcePod    

Martelle, Mike, Mel and Randy kick off the episode with a pour of Jameson Black Barrel to keep the Irish vibes rolling. Martelle dives into a frustrating tale of sending off his zero-turn mower for maintenance and the epic fail that was customer service. Not to be outdone, Randy steps up with his own customer service saga in a battle of who screwed who. Recorded on 03/22/25, this episode is fueled by smooth whiskey, shared pain, and plenty of laughs.

Renae Smith is not far from me on the Central Coast. Her Husband Dan Smith is also in the business. Renae shares the intricate details of their business so we can see what works well when you grow from solo to multiple teams on the road. We cover in depth the need for a CRM and we look at how SortScape has worked well for Renae.

Kyla has an amazing business. what has she done right? High Value clientele, Specialist CRM, and battery gear, and a clear goal to cap the size to suit their hours and lifestyle and income.

James Lucas, the man behind Lucas House and Garden shares so much wisdom in this interview. 50 Employees, and a reputation built on 20 years in Melbourne's top tier gardens. James was very humble and a pleasure to spend time with.

Kim Arnel from https://www.peopleandkapability.com.au/ has a really good grasp on how to treat employees and how to hire employees. She spent more than an hour with me to help us understand how to do it right.

Matt, the mower guy who has a big following on social media came out to interview Jim about a large range of topics. Check out @mattthemowerguy for videos all about robotic mowers.

Lawncare businesses come in two basic forms. One is self employed and focused on the tecnical expertise while the other is about applying best business practices. We will see a revolution business skills amongst those who might otherwise have struggled, but employing staff is still very daunting for so many of us. Clint Adams from Lawn Hub discusses this topic in depth today

Steven has invested in a franchise, but he also is heavily invested in marketing directly to find local work

Steven and I cover a bunch of topics around his history farming and business skills he has learnt in life and applied in his franchise.

Steven lives just out of Auckland NZ and has been in business for 25 years. settle in for this four parter as we find some gold nuggets from Steven's breadth of experience.

I've captured BJ for a sneaky update on Lawn and Land Equip Expo And captured his singing

I wanted Chris to explain why he opted for Jim's when he already had made a start as an independant. Specifically which systems in Jim's were really attractive.

Chris has been in the industry as an employee and started working on his own independant business before making the decision to join the Jim's Mowing network.

Damian Bush and I continue the discussion on tools that do what they are intended for or tools that are asked to do things they were never intended for

Damian Bush calls back into the dungeon to discuss this topic with us. Having the right tool for the job has come up many times but here we address it in depth. Why it's important to have the right tool for the job and that sometimes you make do with the tools you do have.

Alvin and I wrap up this interview with more business talk and discussion around Tomcat products that could work well in your business

In our discussion, Alvin and I cover a few topics that he has seen small businesses struggle with. Getting your priorities right when it comes to finances can make or break your business.

This three part interview is with Alvin from Tomcat Chippers Australia. We cover an introduction with Alvin and take a dive into his history as a tree worker and in his role at Tomcat Chippers.

Anthony runs Hunter Hearing Protection. We discuss hearing protection and bluetooth connectivity while working. Ear Molds provide one of the best solutions for hearing protection that works with all manner of hats and glasses without interferring and still providing great hearing protection.

Japanese automaker Toyota is “exploring rockets,” chairman Akio Toyoda announced on stage at CES 2025 on Monday, while hinting at the idea of moving people through space. The rocketry mention on the CES 2025 stage came while Toyoda was in the middle of explaining how he views his company's myriad technologies as “invention by kakezan,” or “invention by multiplication.” John Deere has a bunch of new products that it just showed off at CES 2025, including an electric robot lawnmower meant for commercial-grade landscaping. Powered by a 21.4kWh battery — roughly a quarter the size of what you'd find on a passenger EV — the company says the mower is supposed to be able to operate for up to 10 hours. It uses four pairs of stereo cameras, two on each side, to see in 360 degrees. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mike Gualtieri and Scott Mutryn preview the 2024 Bad Boy Mowers Pinstripe Bowl. Who will win, Nebraska or Boston College? Check it out!

Steve and I take a dive into large site jobs and doing your own equipment repairs and maintenance. This last few weeks I've resorted to taking my mower to the local dealer for repairs and I'm sure glad I did. Most repairs I can save time and get back up on the tools quicker doing my own repairs, but sometimes it just isn't going to be.

Steve Mason bought a round in regional Victoria. Traralgon is several hours out of Melbourne yet Steve Mason has taken on a lawncare run he has been able to improve. Better clients and better prices amongst other things have seen him set up well in business

In this year-end finale episode, Sam and Roop chat with annual guest Trent Guyer, VP Marketing & Digital Strategy at Grasshopper Mowers, about two big topics reshaping B2B marketing: how AI is changing the game and why customer experience (CX) is more important than ever in a digital-first world. Trent shares how AI is already making life easier by automating the more mundane tasks, streamlining data management, and helping stay on top of inventory challenges across various fronts.But AI isn't the only two-letter acronym the gang is talking about. They also discuss CX, where Trent breaks down how B2B buyers expect the same seamless, instant service they get as B2C consumers. Whether it's a smooth omnichannel experience or quick responses to emails and online chats, B2B businesses have to step up and treat their customers with the same care and considerations B2C do. Prioritizing CX isn't just a nice-to-have—it's how you stand out, build loyalty, and turn customers into lifelong partners.So grab your favorite holiday drink and join us for our last podcast of 2024!Tell us what you think!

We take a closer look at why you benefit from the Profit First Principles in your business. Katie has years of experience using Profit First and guiding others to use it successfully in their trade businesses.

We have finally got the expert in Profit First to join us and help us understand the financial systems that set you up for success. Katie Crismale-Marshall is the CEO of Profit First Australia. In Profit First for Tradies, she podcasts and mentors businesses in establishing and maintaining their financial systems under this model. If you would like to hear more from Katie, look her podcast up Profit First for Tradies or her website for business mentoring or email her katie@profitfirstfortradies.com.au

In this episode of the Million Dollar Landscaper Podcast, host Kati Molchan dives into a topic that's shaking up the landscaping world: artificial intelligence (AI) and how tools like ChatGPT can transform your business.   Kati tackles the common misconceptions landscapers have about AI—"It doesn't mow lawns or dig holes, so why bother?"—and explains why embracing ChatGPT can help simplify your day-to-day operations, save time, and reduce stress.   From drafting professional emails to creating job descriptions, generating seasonal marketing content, and brainstorming new services, ChatGPT is a versatile tool that can get 80% of the work done for you—leaving you to polish it with your expertise. Kati also shares practical tips for using ChatGPT in your business, from building FAQs for your website to creating client newsletters and even designing training materials for your crew.   This episode isn't about replacing the hard work you already do—it's about using AI as an assistant to make running your landscaping business smoother, easier, and more efficient.  

In this final episode with Steve Ween we look at training both for you as a business owner and how you ensure employees are aware and educated.

Steve Ween raises the dreaded issue of guard versus no guard and a bunch of other safety choices we can or should make. Do you choose not to use Guards on machines, Hi Vis workwear, safety cones working beside the road? The list of appropriate safety measures available to us is extensive. Some are prohibitive in their very nature. 

Steve Ween has a history in both Work Health and Safety and Lawncare business. In this first episode we cover his background and some of the misunderstood requests we get around documents and requirements.

The intro is with DLM employee Ricki, followed by a discussion with Luke and Lindsey about relationships with dealers and accountants

Luke and Linds have established a dominatant position in South Australia, working predominantly on commercial work with only a few residential jobs now. We talk about the things that make this work and make it worth while.

Following the shenanigans of the first Dads* on Mowers game, our Dads* are on their way to Chanky Cheez in hopes of relaxing and enjoying some nostalgic fun!You can find Heather, who is a vital part of the Trans Empowerment Project at https://transempowerment.org/ and on socials as @Ivy_Knoxville; you can find Jack, aka the wonderful human and founder of TEP also on the Trans Empowerment Project site/socials and @Jacktivism on socials as well; you can find Taylor at @spunkytaylor and at beacons.page/spunkytaylor; and you can find Sean on the Help (Action) Needed podcast at https://helpactionneededadndpodcast.buzzsprout.com/ and on social media as @HelpActionNeededMusic: Pinball Spring and Darkness Speaks by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, Evan & Greg sit down with Brodie Milne. Brodie is the Chief Marketing Officer for Yakta Mowers. A well built mower is what Yakta delivers. ⁠⁠⁠⁠Tap Here for Turf Nerds Merch!⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠Look! We Have A Website!⁠⁠⁠ Don't forget to check out ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Green Frog Web Design⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and tell them the Turf Nerds sent you. Or Greg will scalp your lawn! Shoot us an email! TurfNerdsPodcast@proton.me Subscribe on YouTube: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/edlawncare?sub_confirmation=1⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ #LawnCare #LawnMaintenance #Mowing #MowingGrass #LawnCareBusiness #Toro #ToroMultiforce #CubCadet #BibleStudy #Bible #Christian #Business #Entrepreneurship #Comedy #2024 #Marketing #Advertising #TipsAndTricks #Tips #Success #Yakta #YaktaMowers #YaktaOutdoor #Spring #SpringRush #FYP #Mower #NewMower #UsedMower #RouteDensity #EquipExpo #EquipExpo2024 #Echo #Stihl #RedMax #Shindaiwa #StringTrimmer #WeedWhip #GreenFrogWebDesign #WebDesign #EzraMcCarthy #Aerator #Aeration #ZAerate #Bobcat #BobcatMowers #Husqvarna #HusqvarnaGroup --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/turfnerdspod/support

In this episode, Paul Jamison sits down with Luke Gribble, Go-to-Market Manager for Small Ag at John Deere, to discuss the company's latest innovations in commercial mowers, including the Commercial ZTrak and Quiktrak models, as well as the exciting new EFI-powered machines. Luke explains what Electronic Fuel Injection is and how it benefits lawn care professionals, while also highlighting the importance of John Deere's Operations Center. Beyond equipment, Luke shares valuable insights on how John Deere's world-class company culture has been key to its success and offers tips for lawn care businesses looking to build a winning team culture. Explore Commercial Mowers from John Deere: A huge shoutout to John Deere for hosting us at Equip Expo. If you're in the market for the ZTrak™ Zero-Turn or the QuikTrak™ Stand-On mowers, and want to streamline your fleet management with the John Deere Operations Center, check them out here: John Deere Commercial Mowers Lawn Care Life Conference Tickets: Don't miss the most actionable event in the industry. Get Your Tickets! Maximize Your Lawn Care Business Potential: Discover essential resources including contract templates, pricing tools, and the Know Your Numbers E-Course at Paul's Resource Hub. Elevate Your Online Presence: Begin your journey to a compelling online brand with Footbridge Media. Order Your Copy of Paul's New Book: Learn how to build a thriving lawn care business with Paul's latest book, available on Amazon. Get the Entrepreneurs Guide to Lawn Care Pricing: Unlock essential pricing strategies with this free guide. Download Now. Enhance Your Business Operations: Discover the CRM software that powers my lawn care business success. Try Jobber. A World of Audiobooks Awaits: Learn on the go with Audible. Explore Now. The Landscaping Bookkeeper: Transform your financial management with Megan and Joey Coberly. Learn How.

Ready to take your lawn care business to the next level? In this episode, we dive into the future of lawn care with Exmark's autonomous mowers. Discover how cutting-edge technology is changing the industry, boosting efficiency, and helping businesses stay ahead of the curve. Whether you're a seasoned pro or just starting out, this is your guide to embracing the future of lawn care! Lawntrepreneur Academy LIVE 2024 Purchase The Whole Ball of Wax  Get Brian's Free Newsletter https://www.lawntrepreneuracademy.com/ LINK Membership Brian's Lawn Maintenance On YouTube Brian's Lawn Maintenance On Instagram Register for EQUIP 2024 (Save 50% with code Brian) LMN Landscape Software (Interested in checking out LMN and giving it a free Trial? Use our link or the code "Brian" to get the best savings and signup experience possible.) Ballard-Inc.com (Brians10) KUJO (Brians10) Equipment Defender (Brians10) www.brandedbullinc.com Mention Brian and get $100 off a new website. www.CycleCPA.com mention code: Brian to save $200. www.PostcardMania.com/Brian Zero to $100K!: The Complete Guide on How to Start a Successful Lawn Care Company https://www.exmark.com/  https://www.instagram.com/STABILBRAND/ https://www.yardbook.com/

Reach Out Via Text!In todays episode we are joined by Viet from HyGreen and GOMOW. GOMOW is a new technology that is coming to the market in 2025 and presents an awesome opportunity to get in on the ground floor of what is going to be an amazing company from the looks of it. I know if you're anything like me, you have some hesitancy to robotic mowers and what they are going to do to our industry. I appeal to you that you take that hesitancy and turn it into action. I believe this technology presents an awesome opportunity to get ahead of your competition in this space and do it at an affordable price. With huge discounts for the initial customers testing these units, you can get your hands on one for less than $1,000. If you're interested in learning more about GOMOW, then sign up for their email list at the link below!Hygreen Tool-https://www.hygreentool.com/Support the show 10% off LMN Software- https://lmncompany.partnerlinks.io/growinggreenpodcast Book A Consult Call-https://stan.store/GrowingGreenPodcast Lawntrepreneur Academy-https://www.lawntrepreneuracademy.com/ The Landscaping Bookkeeper-https://thelandscapingbookkeeper.com/ Instagram- https://www.instagram.com/growinggreenlandscapes/ Email-ggreenlandscapes@gmail.com