Who says youth is a barrier to success? Austyn Roth, at just 21 years old, has disrupted the landscaping game with his savvy business strategies and commitment to quality. In this episode of Roots of Success, we explore how Lucky Landscaping, under Austyn’s leadership, transitioned from a cash-starved startup to a strategic, customer-focused market leader….
Continue ReadingEp 023 – Empowerment & Accountability: Sam Rankin’s Guide to Explosive Growth
Are you ready to transform failures into your company’s building blocks for success? Find out how embracing mistakes can skyrocket your business, as we delve into the unique “get shit done” philosophy that quadrupled Sam Rankin’s landscaping business in just two years. In this episode, we sit down with Sam Rankin, owner of Etch Outdoor,…
Continue ReadingEp 022 – Revolutionize Your Workforce: Why Big Landscape Companies Swear By LMN & Greenius
Do you feel trapped in your landscape business by old school business management tools? It’s time to step your tech game and turn your company into a well oiled machine! Join Tommy and his guests, David Ellis and Rich Thiebaud from LMN & Greenius. They’re spilling their secrets on how technology and consistent training can…
Continue ReadingEp 021 – The Hidden Power of Peer Groups with Vince Torchia
Are you tired of feeling like you’re carrying the weight of your landscape company all on your own? It doesn’t have to be this hard. In this eye-opening episode of Roots of Success, we challenge the conventional methods of business growth with the help of Vince Torchia from the grow group. Explore the power of…
Continue ReadingEp 020 – Embracing Discomfort to Build Better Leaders with Claire Goldman
Is resilience the secret ingredient to growth in the landscaping business? When Claire Goldman faced a life-altering health crisis, her landscape company didn’t just survive—it rebounded stronger than ever. Join Tommy and Claire as they unpack the transformative journey from personal challenges to professional triumphs. Discover how embracing adversity, restructuring roles, and rallying a rock…
Continue ReadingEp 019 – 3 Keys to Landscape Marketing Mastery with John Dalton
Are you ignoring your most important marketing assets? Do defined marketing budgets impact your sales? Should you be focusing my marketing on social media? Uncover the answers to these important questions and discover the potential of effective marketing strategies in this episode with marketing expert and CMO John Dalton. Tap into all the knowledge from…
Continue ReadingEp 018 – Cutting to Grow: Tim Trimmer’s Radical Approach to Higher Profits
Imagine hacking away a third of your landscape company’s revenue stream only to watch its profits soar. This episode of ‘Roots of Success’ podcast spotlights Tim Trimmer’s radical decision that set Professional Grounds on an unprecedented path to growth. Tim’s bold moves to ax a major landscaping department, implement rigorous tracking systems, and cultivate a…
Continue ReadingEp 017 – Landscape Sales Simplified with Mike Weinberg & David Amigo
Are you spending countless hours into your landscape business but can’t seem to get the growth you crave? Maybe it’s time to cut through the tactical noise and refocus on your sales strategy. This week on the show, we get to the root of what truly cultivates landscape prosperity with bestselling author Mike Weinberg and…
Continue ReadingEp 16 – Recruiting 101: MJ’s Insider Tips on Attracting Top Talent
Are you tired of ‘panic hiring’ and making mistakes? In this episode, MJ O’Toole, executive recruiter with McFarland Stanford, dispels the myth of instant hiring, and shows us that success lies in sourcing candidates who align with your company’s culture. Emphasizing a positive candidate experience from day one, fostering relationships, and preparing an effective onboarding…
Continue ReadingSecrets to Building a Landscape Dream Team with Chase Coates
Attention all landscape business owners! Are you tired of struggling to find the right people, stay on top of finances, and grow your brand? In this episode of Roots of Success, we sit down with Chase Coates, the man behind Outback Landscape. We explore groundbreaking strategies and proven tactics that will guide you towards running…
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