Green Industry Podcast

Rich Jansen has over 30 years of experience in the Green Industry. Rich has worked in lawn care, landscaping, and irrigation. He has worked for some of the larger companies and he has owned several of his own companies. Over the last three decades Rich has learned a lot about how to run a profitable business in the Green Industry. In this conversation Rich shares about how to come up with profitable pricing, how to save for quarterly taxes, and some other lessons he has learned along the way. Paul Jamison is the host of the Green Industry Podcast and is the author of Cut That Grass and Make That Cash. For more information on how to take your lawn care and landscaping business to the next level see the links below: GreenIndustryPodcast.com linktr.ee/pauljamison Paul's Audiobook - Cut That Grass and Make That Cash Paperback - Cut That Grass and Make That Cash Rate Increase Letter Try Jobber! GIE+EXPO Registration (Code: PAUL Saves 50%)

In this episode show host Paul Jamison shares about his lawn care journey. Paul shares of how he got started in lawn care and how he went from having no lawn care equipment to where he is at today. Paul Jamison is the host of the Green Industry Podcast and is the author of Cut That Grass and Make That Cash. For more information on how to take your lawn care and landscaping business to the next level see the links below: GreenIndustryPodcast.com linktr.ee/pauljamison Paul's Audiobook - Cut That Grass and Make That Cash Paperback - Cut That Grass and Make That Cash Rate Increase Letter Try Jobber! GIE+EXPO Registration (Code: PAUL Saves 50%)

Paul Jamison, host of the Green Industry Podcast shares some inspiring stores of people who dreamed big dreams and then with focus, hard work, and persistence accomplished their goals. Paul also discusses mental health and why it is so crucial to be mentally healthy, especially for those who lead lawn care and landscaping businesses. GreenIndustryPodcast.com linktr.ee/pauljamison Paul's Audiobook - Cut That Grass and Make That Cash Paperback - Cut That Grass and Make That Cash Rate Increase Letter Try Jobber! GIE+EXPO Registration (Code: PAUL Saves 50%)

On this episode of the Green Industry Podcast, host Paul Jamison shares some insights into what makes a healthy company culture. How can landscaping and lawncare companies create a positive culture making customers and employees feel appreciated and have a positive experience? Paul shares some lessons learned from good company culture in other industries and attempts to share how those best practices can be applied in our lawn care and landscaping businesses. In this episode of the Green Industry Podcast, Paul Jamison shares about the importance of having margin in our lawn and landscape businesses and lives. Paul Jamison is the author of Cut That Grass and Make That Cash and is the host of the Green Industry Podcast. For more information on products and services to enhance your lawn care and landscaping business visit our website or links below. GreenIndustryPodcast.com linktr.ee/pauljamison Paul's Audiobook - Cut That Grass and Make That Cash Paperback - Cut That Grass and Make That Cash Rate Increase Letter Try Jobber! GIE+EXPO Registration (Code: PAUL Saves 50%)

In this episode of the Green Industry Podcast, Paul Jamison shares about the importance of having margin in our lawn and landscape businesses and lives. Paul Jamison is the author of Cut That Grass and Make That Cash and is the host of the Green Industry Podcast. For more information on products and services to enhance your lawn care and landscaping business visit our website or links below. GreenIndustryPodcast.com linktr.ee/pauljamison Paul's Audiobook - Cut That Grass and Make That Cash Paperback - Cut That Grass and Make That Cash Rate Increase Letter Try Jobber! GIE+EXPO Registration (Code: PAUL Saves 50%)

In this episode of the Green Industry Podcast, host Paul Jamison, shares about how Netfilx upset the giant Blockbuster in the DVD space. Paul also shares some of the lessons he has learned over the years in his lawn care and landscaping business. He emphasizes why it is important to always be learning and being flexible to adjust and pivot when necessary. GreenIndustryPodcast.com linktr.ee/pauljamison Paul's Audiobook - Cut That Grass and Make That Cash Paperback - Cut That Grass and Make That Cash Rate Increase Letter Try Jobber! GIE+EXPO Registration (Code: PAUL Saves 50%)

Bryan Ring of Ring Lawn Care chats with Paul Jamison on the Green Industry Podcast. Paul and Bryan talk about the impact that having a customers credit card on file has been in their landscaping and lawn care businesses. Bryan also shares his thoughts with lawn care software's Yardbooks and Service Autopilot and they talk about how a good website can lead to new customers. GreenIndustryPodcast.com linktr.ee/pauljamison Paul's Audiobook - Cut That Grass and Make That Cash Paperback - Cut That Grass and Make That Cash Rate Increase Letter Try Jobber! GIE+EXPO Registration (Code: PAUL Saves 50%)

In today's episode Paul Jamison from the Green Industry Podcast shares about why setting boundaries is so important to operating a profitable business. GreenIndustryPodcast.com linktr.ee/pauljamison Paul's Audiobook - Cut That Grass and Make That Cash Paperback - Cut That Grass and Make That Cash Rate Increase Letter Try Jobber! GIE+EXPO Registration (Code: PAUL Saves 50%)

Caleb's Property Maintenance joins the Green Industry Podcast. Caleb shares about his lawncare journey. Caleb was home schooled and decided to operate his lawn care business full time instead of going to college route. Caleb and Paul talk about some lawn care business basics and execution. GreenIndustryPodcast.com linktr.ee/pauljamison Paul's Audiobook - Cut That Grass and Make That Cash Rate Increase Letter Try Jobber!

Liz Fullerton shares her side of the story about how she met Brian's Lawn Maintenance. Liz also shares about her marriage with Brian Fullerton and some lessons they have learned along the way in business, social media, and life. GreenIndustryPodcast.com linktr.ee/pauljamison Paul's Audiobook - Cut That Grass and Make That Cash Rate Increase Letter Try Jobber!

Shawn Spencer of Spencer Lawn Care from Stark County Ohio shares about his life and business. Shawn and his wife, TQ, post daily videos on their you tube channel, "Spencer Lawn Care." The videos contain footage of the couple running Spencer's Lawn Care as well as some behind the scenes of their families everyday life. GreenIndustryPodcast.com linktr.ee/pauljamison Paul's Audiobook - Cut That Grass and Make That Cash Rate Increase Letter Try Jobber! GIE+EXPO Registration

Jason Creel of the Lawn Care Life joins the Green Industry Podcast to share about his journey in the lawn care community. Jason has learned a lot through his experiences of running three lawn care companies. The first two lawn care companies Jason sold. He now is the owner and operator at his third company. Jason also has a growing You Tube Channel where he gives instruction and education about how build a successful lawn care and/or fertilizer company. GreenIndustryPodcast.com linktr.ee/pauljamison Paul's Audiobook - Cut That Grass and Make That Cash Rate Increase Letter Try Jobber! GIE+EXPO Registration

Brian's Lawn Maintenance shares about how he focuses on having a healthy marriage in the midst of his ambitious lifestyle. Brian shares his love story with his wife Liz. Brian goes in depth of how they met, how he pursued her, how their marriage is, and what potentially awaits in the future. While Brian is busy building his lawn care company and the Brian's Lawn Maintenance brand, his wife Liz is preparing to launch a new blog as well. This is a unique episode. As lawn care and landscape professionals this message is a good reminder to be intentional in our efforts to pursue healthy relationships. GreenIndustryPodcast.com linktr.ee/pauljamison Paul's Audiobook - Cut That Grass and Make That Cash Paperback - Cut That Grass and Make That Cash Rate Increase Letter Try Jobber! GIE+EXPO Registration

John Pajak chats with Paul Jamison about budgeting basics in lawn care and landscaping. John is the owner operator at Turf Tamer Lawn Care outside of Chicago, Illinois. He also use to work in industrial construction. Over the years John has learned a lot about budgeting and job costing. This episode covers some basic principals and foundations to consider when planning a budget in our lawn care and landscaping businesses. GreenIndustryPodcast.com linktr.ee/pauljamison Paul's Audiobook - Cut That Grass and Make That Cash Paperback - Cut That Grass and Make That Cash Rate Increase Letter Try Jobber! GIE+EXPO Registration

The "spring rush" in lawn care and landscaping can be a huge blessing. The demand for our services is typically peaking during the spring rush. In this episode, Paul Jamison shares some of his lessons learned about how to make the most of the "spring rush." GreenIndustryPodcast.com linktr.ee/pauljamison Paul's Audiobook - Cut That Grass and Make That Cash Paperback - Cut That Grass and Make That Cash Rate Increase Letter Try Jobber! GIE+EXPO Registration

On this episode Paul chats with Jared Kakowski, the owner of JRizzy Landscaping in Daytona Beach, Florida. JRizzy shares insights into his lawn care and landscaping company. The conversation covers pricing, scheduling, dating/marriage, the Florida lifestyle, and the GIE Expo. GreenIndustryPodcast.com linktr.ee/pauljamison Paul's Audiobook - Cut That Grass and Make That Cash Paperback - Cut That Grass and Make That Cash Rate Increase Letter Try Jobber! GIE+EXPO Registration

Landscape Professional Paul Jamison from the Jamison Management Group shares some insights into how to make the most of the Spring Rush in landscaping and lawn care. The "spring rush" is a unique season in our businesses when the demand is typically very high. Along the way Paul has learned some lessons to maximize this awesome opportunity. GreenIndustryPodcast.com linktr.ee/pauljamison Paul's Audiobook - Cut That Grass and Make That Cash Rate Increase Letter Try Jobber! GIE+EXPO Registration

Will's Lawn Service joined the Green Industry Podcast to chat about his life, lawn care business, and how we won an $11,000 lawn mower at the 2018 GIE Expo! Will is a young lawn care professional from Virginia and is the owner operator at Will's Lawn Services LLC. GreenIndustryPodcast.com linktr.ee/pauljamison Paul's Audiobook - Cut That Grass and Make That Cash Rate Increase Letter Try Jobber! GIE+EXPO Registration

On this episode of the Green Industry Podcast, Tony's Lawn Care shares about his business and the story of how his family paid off their debts. Tony's Lawn Care also shares some insights into how he gives quotes, sets up his schedule, and how he prices his jobs. Tony's story is inspiring. He grew up helping his dad in lawn care. Now, Tony is the owner operator of his own lawn care company servicing the beautiful area of Lake Oconee in Georgia. GreenIndustryPodcast.com linktr.ee/pauljamison Paul's Audiobook - Cut That Grass and Make That Cash Rate Increase Letter Try Jobber! GIE+EXPO Registration

On this episode of the Green Industry Podcast the Pond Digger shares about his life, business, and what it means to leave a legacy. The Pond Digger operates a nationally recognized pond construction company and also sells Pond Supplies and is also hosts of the Pond Digger Podcast! This episode is full of information on how to live a successful life and business. Whether you are in pond construction, lawn care, gardening, or landscaping Eric offers valuable business advice. GreenIndustryPodcast.com linktr.ee/pauljamison Paul's Audiobook - Cut That Grass and Make That Cash Rate Increase Letter Try Jobber! GIE+EXPO Registration

In this episode of the Green Industry Podcast, Landscape Professional and business owner Paul Jamison shares about getting out of debt. Paul shares of his inspiration from Dave Ramsey to get out of debt. Paul operates his lawn care company debt-free but is still aggressively paying off past personal debts. This episode should be of motivation for those trying to eradicate debt. GreenIndustryPodcast.com linktr.ee/pauljamison Paul's Audiobook - Cut That Grass and Make That Cash Rate Increase Letter Try Jobber! GIE+EXPO Registration

Paul Jamison shares how to set goals and crush them. Paul goes through an article from Dave Ramsey about SMART goals. As we go into a new year, Paul challenges us to set, then go forth and accomplish our goals for the new year in our lawn care and landscaping businesses. GreenIndustryPodcast.com linktr.ee/pauljamison Paul's Audiobook - Cut That Grass and Make That Cash Rate Increase Letter Try Jobber! GIE+EXPO Registration

On this episode of the Green Industry Podcast Landscaper Mark Thomas shares some insight on how he is building out his you tube channel. Mark Thomas is not just a lawn care and landscape professional but he is also a licensed builder. Over the years Mark has made several videos about building, lawn care, tools, and outdoor power equipment. Today Mark is producing content for brands such as Home Depot. GreenIndustryPodcast.com linktr.ee/pauljamison Paul's Audiobook - Cut That Grass and Make That Cash Rate Increase Letter Try Jobber! GIE+EXPO Registration

This week I had to take a break from doing an interview style episode of the Green Industry Podcast. I have been enjoying interviewing lawn care and landscape professionals in recent weeks. However, my grandmother passed away earlier this week, and I am taking a few days off to travel to Ohio to spend time with family. I plan to resume regular Green Industry Podcast episodes next week. GreenIndustryPodcast.com linktr.ee/pauljamison Paul's Audiobook - Cut That Grass and Make That Cash Rate Increase Letter Try Jobber! GIE+EXPO Registration

On this episode of the Green Industry Podcast Paul Jamison interviews Caleb Auman of Auman Landscape LLC. Caleb shares of his humble beginnings in lawn care, what is is like to operate a landscaping company with his wife, and lessons he has learned about how to vet customers and how to price landscape jobs. GreenIndustryPodcast.com linktr.ee/pauljamison Paul's Audiobook - Cut That Grass and Make That Cash Rate Increase Letter Try Jobber! GIE+EXPO Registration

Blaine Dennison from Quick and Clean Lawn Care shares lessons learned in business such as learning to know his worth. Blaine has been working in the lawn care industry since 2005 and has learned a lot running his business. Blaine also shares some insight into having successful work life balance. GreenIndustryPodcast.com linktr.ee/pauljamison Paul's Audiobook - Cut That Grass and Make That Cash Rate Increase Letter Try Jobber! GIE+EXPO Registration

In this episode Paul Jamison shares a little insight into becoming a recent Echo UAG Member. Paul also discussed the power of social media. Whether you run a landscaping or lawn care company, we can all use social media to promote our businesses. GreenIndustryPodcast.com linktr.ee/pauljamison Paul's Audiobook - Cut That Grass and Make That Cash Rate Increase Letter Try Jobber! GIE+EXPO Registration

Richey Plemons of Plemons Lawn Care joins Paul Jamison to discuss the importance of social media. Richey is the owner of Plemons Lawn Care and has used you tube, facebook, and instagram to promote his lawn care business. Plemons also has an effect website that was created by Ring Lawn Care that helps his search engine optimization in google. GreenIndustryPodcast.com linktr.ee/pauljamison Paul's Audiobook - Cut That Grass and Make That Cash Rate Increase Letter Try Jobber! GIE+EXPO Registration

Kevin Frost of Kevin Fall River Lawn Care shares his story of buying and growing a lawn care company. Kevin also shares the wild story of when his truck and belongings were stolen from a parking lot at the GIE Expo!! GreenIndustryPodcast.com linktr.ee/pauljamison Paul's Audiobook - Cut That Grass and Make That Cash Rate Increase Letter Try Jobber! GIE+EXPO Registration

On this episode of the Green Industry Podcast Paul Jamison interviews Jon Hubacek of Hub Landscape and Lawn Care. Jon shares his experiences of underbidding and not charging enough. The conversation brings some insight into real numbers and how to price accurately on our landscape and lawn care jobs. GreenIndustryPodcast.com linktr.ee/pauljamison Paul's Audiobook - Cut That Grass and Make That Cash Rate Increase Letter Try Jobber! GIE+EXPO Registration

Join Paul Jamison as he interview the Debt Free Landscaper Michael Bedell on this episode of the Green Industry Podcast. Michael Bedell offers a unique perspective to operating a lawn care or landscaping company through a traditional debt free philosophy. This is an interesting interview covering how/why to say NO, Learning to know your numbers, and lessons that Michael Bedell has learned over the years in lawn care and landscaping. GreenIndustryPodcast.com linktr.ee/pauljamison Paul's Audiobook - Cut That Grass and Make That Cash Rate Increase Letter Try Jobber! GIE+EXPO Registration

Joseph Dipace of Beppes Lawn Care shares his journey of deciding to drop out of college to pursue his lawn care business full time. At the time this was a difficult decision for Joseph, but in hindsight Joe thinks he made the correct decision to go full time into his lawn care business. GreenIndustryPodcast.com linktr.ee/pauljamison Paul's Audiobook - Cut That Grass and Make That Cash Rate Increase Letter Try Jobber! GIE+EXPO Registration

On this episode of the Green Industry Podcast John Pajak of Turf Tamer Lawn Care chats with Paul Jamison about their experiences at the Green Industry Expo! The Green Industry Expo is a leading trade show for lawn care, fertilizer, and landscape professionals. The highlight of the GIE Expo is usually the GIE Rally in which many top social media influencers are present. This year Brians Lawn Maintenance, the Lawn Care Rookie, Keith Kalfas, BB Lawn Care, Chant Singvongsa, Ring Lawn Care, the Lawn Care Nut, and many others were in attendance at the GIE Rally. GreenIndustryPodcast.com linktr.ee/pauljamison Paul's Audiobook - Cut That Grass and Make That Cash Rate Increase Letter Try Jobber! GIE+EXPO Registration

The Lawn Care Rookie chats with Paul Jamison about how he became a social media influencer. The Lawn Care Rookie started making you tube videos about five years ago when he was a "rookie." Those videos gained popularity and the Lawn Care Rookie, Naylor Taliaferro began to gain a social media following. In this episode of the Green Industry Podcast Naylor shares his story of how his social media presence and influence has grown over the years and lessons learned along the way. GreenIndustryPodcast.com linktr.ee/pauljamison Paul's Audiobook - Cut That Grass and Make That Cash Rate Increase Letter Try Jobber! GIE+EXPO Registration

In this episode of the Green Industry Podcast, the Lawn Care Rookie, Naylor Taliaferro shares his story of how and why he started a lawn care company. The Lawn Care Rookie transitioned his career from retail management to owning and operating a lawn care company. In this episode the Lawn Care Rookie goes in depth of his transition and lessons learned along the way! GreenIndustryPodcast.com linktr.ee/pauljamison Paul's Audiobook - Cut That Grass and Make That Cash Rate Increase Letter Try Jobber! GIE+EXPO Registration

On this episode of the Green Industry Podcast, Paul Jamison interviews Brian Fullerton of Brian's Lawn Maintenance. Brian's Lawn Maintenance has experience a lot of social media success in recent months. Brian shares his "secrets" of how he maintains high levels of productivity in his business while still thriving in his personal relationships. This episode of the Green Industry Podcast with Brian's Lawn Maintenance will leave you inspired and equipped to improve our time management skills. GreenIndustryPodcast.com linktr.ee/pauljamison Paul's Audiobook - Cut That Grass and Make That Cash Rate Increase Letter Try Jobber! GIE+EXPO Registration

In this episode of the Green Industry Podcast Paul Jamison chats with Bryan Ring of Ring Lawn Care. Bryan Ring shares his story of how he went from being homless and eating food out of dumpsters to now running a successful lawn care business. Bryan Ring's story is inspiring and this episode will inspire us all to never give up and to pursue our full potential. GreenIndustryPodcast.com linktr.ee/pauljamison Paul's Audiobook - Cut That Grass and Make That Cash Rate Increase Letter Try Jobber! GIE+EXPO Registration

In this episode of the Green Industry Podcast Naylor Taliaferro, aka the Lawn Care Rookie, shares the story of how the GIE Rally started and has evolved. The GIE Expo is the biggest expo in the lawn care, landscaping, and gardening industry. For many the highlight of the Expo is the GIE Rally. Top social media influencers such as Brian's Lawn Maintenance, BB Lawn Care, Stanley "Dirt Monkey" Genedek, Brian Top Notch, and Keith Kalfas attend this event. linktr.ee/pauljamison GreenIndustryPodcast.com Paul's Audiobook - Cut That Grass and Make That Cash Smart Rain (Code PODCAST Saves $800) Rate Increase Letter Try Jobber! GIE+EXPO Registration

In this inaugural Green Industry Podcast, Paul Jamison opens up and shares a little bit about who he is and the vision of this podcast. The Green Industry Podcast is about how to build a successful business and live a purposeful life. Paul Jamison owns a lawn care and landscaping company in Atlanta, GA. Paul started this podcast to share about his journey in business and interview other professionals to share their insights into how to improve our businesses and lives. linktr.ee/pauljamison GreenIndustryPodcast.com Paul's Audiobook - Cut That Grass and Make That Cash Smart Rain (Code PODCAST Saves $800) Rate Increase Letter Try Jobber!