Home Service Millionaire with Mike Andes

In this episode, we answer questions from the audience... about service specialization, marketing spend, and timing your advertising campaigns. WATCH THE EPISODE: https://youtu.be/7QYyz_dqKMg CONFERENCE: https://www.landscapebusinesscourse.com/conference LAWN CARE FRANCHISE: https://www.AugustaLawnCareServices.com/franchise

Many lawn care companies can't break past the $300K annual revenue marker. The owner needs (but can't afford) an office person so they can focus on sales and hiring... WATCH THE EPISODE: https://youtu.be/1dZBR0W3f3k CONFERENCE: https://www.landscapebusinesscourse.com/conference LAWN CARE FRANCHISE: https://www.AugustaLawnCareServices.com/franchise

A small population does NOT mean a SMALL business! Here are 3 ways to grow your landscaping business in a small town. WATCH THE EPISODE: https://youtu.be/YREIOfL8fgc CONFERENCE: https://www.landscapebusinesscourse.com/conference LAWN CARE FRANCHISE: https://www.AugustaLawnCareServices.com/franchise

WATCH THE VIDEO: https://youtu.be/owB6wByl2QQ On this Q&A episode, we talk about hot topics in the industry that will improve your landscaping business TODAY!

In this episode, I talk with Sean on the phone. Sean is in college and is considering a horticulture or business degree before he ramps up his lawn care enterprise. CONFERENCE: https://www.landscapebusinesscourse.com/conference LAWN CARE FRANCHISE: https://www.AugustaLawnCareServices.com/franchise

I share 3 areas in your business that can be standardized to improve efficiency, profitability, and Customer value. 1.) Equipment and Trucks 2.) Materials 3.) Sales Systems CONFERENCE: https://www.landscapebusinesscourse.com/conference LAWN CARE FRANCHISE: https://www.AugustaLawnCareServices.com/franchise

In this episode, I answer questions from landscape business owners about door-to-door sales, route density, breaking into a crowded market, and more! CONFERENCE: https://www.landscapebusinesscourse.com/conference LAWN CARE FRANCHISE: https://www.AugustaLawnCareServices.com/franchise

Is it possible to have a day job AND a landscaping business? YES! Here are three ways to do it. CONFERENCE: https://www.landscapebusinesscourse.com/conference LAWN CARE FRANCHISE: https://www.AugustaLawnCareServices.com/franchise

In this podcast, I share the audio from a fan-requested webinar back in September 2019. Click this link to watch the video: https://youtu.be/jl2IVh-g3ec

Today, I share from the experience of dozens of landscapers. They all share their #1 TIP that has changed their business in 2019! ONLINE COURSE: https://www.landscapebusinesscourse.com LAWN CARE FRANCHISE: https://www.AugustaLawnCareServices.com/franchise

LINK TO VIDEO: https://youtu.be/RLeOYgF54tE

In this episode, I share 4 tips that will help you grow your business during Q4 and take advantage of the influx in leads during the Fall season when everyone needs a property cleanup. ONLINE COURSE: https://www.landscapebusinesscourse.com LAWN CARE FRANCHISE: https://www.AugustaLawnCareServices.com/franchise

So many landscapers think the grass is greener on the other side! They think that adding another service or type of equipment will "fix" their business issues. Here's why you should CUT BACK your service offering and focus on your core competencies. This episode is sponsored by Jobber. Go to getjobber.com/im/andes to get 20% off your first 6 months.

In this video, I answer two main questions: 1.) what do you get as a franchisee 2.) what are the fees associated with being a franchisee MORE INFO: AugustaLawnCareServices.com/franchise

In this episode, we discuss profit margins and whether or not you should accept big jobs with little profit... to keep your crew busy. This episode is sponsored by Jobber. Go to getjobber.com/im/andes to get 20% off your first 6 months.

In this episode we talk about offering handyman services, marketing Christmas lights, and where to spend your first marketing dollars. This episode is sponsored by Jobber. Go to getjobber.com/im/andes to get 20% off your first 6 months.

Should you pay your office worker a commission on sales? How do you create a fair bonus system for your employees? How can you create an incentive program that retains great talent? This episode is sponsored by Jobber. Go to getjobber.com/im/andes to get 20% off your first 6 months.

In this live webinar, we talk about the "BIG 3" items you MUST be focused on to build a million dollar lawn care enterprise. Learn what you should delegate and what numbers you need to keep track of EVERY DAY! This episode is sponsored by Jobber. Go to getjobber.com/im/andes to get 20% off your first 6 months.

Here's what I would change: 1.) Focus on small residential Customers first 2.) Reduce # of services and SIMPLIFY 3.) Create systems for consistent profits 4.) Increase man hour rate (prices) This episode is sponsored by Jobber. Go to getjobber.com/im/andes to get 20% off your first 6 months.

On this episode, I talk about 4 different reason why you SHOULD use debt to leverage the growth of your business... and then I drop a MASSIVE disclaimer to warn you against the downside of using loans. This episode is sponsored by Jobber. Go to getjobber.com/im/andes to get 20% off your first 6 months.

On this episode we talk about what a foreman should be responsible for and whether or not your should hire a new employee late in the Summer. This episode is sponsored by Jobber. Go to getjobber.com/im/andes to get 20% off your first 6 months.

On this episode we talk about creating systems for your estimate process so that you can make consistent profit margins. This episode is sponsored by Jobber. Go to getjobber.com/im/andes to get 20% off your first 6 months.

Here are the three steps to start working ON your business, instead of IN it! Also, a limited time offer is given for the first 10 Augusta Lawn Care franchisees to receive a massive discount! Go to AugustaLawnCareServices.com/franchise for more information. This episode is sponsored by Jobber. Go to getjobber.com/im/andes to get 20% off your first 6 months.

Today, I answer question about Team culture... how to create it, how to change it, and why it is so important to the sustainability of your landscape business. Sponsored by Jobber. Go to getjobber.com/im/andes to get 20% off your first 6 months. Go to landscapebusinesscourse.com/conference and signup for Landscape Summit 2020!

In today's show, I answer several questions... including tips about advertising during the Summer months and if residential mowing is better than commercial. Sponsored by Jobber. Go to getjobber.com/im/andes to get 20% off your first 6 months. Go to landscapebusinesscourse.com/conference and signup for Landscape Summit 2020!

Liz and Loni work at Augusta Lawn Care in the office. Today, you will get a sample of the 3 hour webinar they did for Pro+ members and future franchisees. Go to landscapebusinesscourse.com/conference and signup for Landscape Summit 2020!

Today, I answer Sam's questions about dealing with massive growth in his business. How do you train Customer to buy from the "business" instead of you "the owner"? Go to landscapebusinesscourse.com/conference and signup for Landscape Summit 2020!

Today, I answer questions and discuss what the average % profit margins are for mowing, landscaping, irrigation, and fertilization services. Go to landscapebusinesscourse.com/conference and signup for Landscape Summit 2020!

Q&A Session covering a variety of topics in the lawn care industry. Go to LandscapeBusinessCourse.com and become a member today! Join the Facebook Group and ask your question by following this link: https://www.facebook.com/groups/2223196791284436/

Go to LandscapeBusinessCourse.com and become a member today! Join the Facebook Group and ask your question by following this link: https://www.facebook.com/groups/2223196791284436/

Go to LandscapeBusinessCourse.com and become a member today! Join the Facebook Group and ask your question by following this link: https://www.facebook.com/groups/2223196791284436/

The Spring rush is in full swing and yet your bank balance is dwindling! Here are a few ideas for fixing your cash flow problems! Go to LandscapeBusinessCourse.com and become a member today! Join the Facebook Group and ask your question by following this link: https://www.facebook.com/groups/2223196791284436/

You asked, I answered. On this video, I answer a couple dozen questions from landscapers about how to make their business better. Go to LandscapeBusinessCourse.com and become a member today! Join the Facebook Group and ask your question by following this link: https://www.facebook.com/groups/2223196791284436/

There are two things that keep solo operators from their first hire. There are two things that keep small businesses from getting bigger. There are two things keeping you from building the business you've always wanted. 1.) Being Distracted from Sales 2.) Failing to Delegate Go to LandscapeBusinessCourse.com and become a member today! Join the Facebook Group and ask your question by following this link: https://www.facebook.com/groups/2223196791284436/

Everyday I get asked how to get new commercial jobs. The answer is always "get to know the property managers." Here are two ways to get your foot in the door with the property managers: 1.) Face to face networking 2.) Blind estimates Go to LandscapeBusinessCourse.com and become a member today! Join the Facebook Group and ask your question by following this link: https://www.facebook.com/groups/2223196791284436/

Conference Recording: https://landscapebusinesscourse.lpages.co/recorded/ The Spring rush is just around the corner! You will get swamped with calls, leads, and new business. The question is: ARE YOU READY? DO you have the systems in place to CAPITALIZE on the Spring rush and grow your business to the next level? Here are 4 ways to make sure you are ready to take advantage of the next few months. Go to LandscapeBusinessCourse.com and become a member today! Join the Facebook Group and ask your question by following this link: https://www.facebook.com/groups/2223196791284436/

Here are my thoughts on whether or not you should hire an office manager. Are calling services worth the money? Go to LandscapeBusinessCourse.com and become a member today! Join the Facebook Group and ask your question by following this link: https://www.facebook.com/groups/2223196791284436/

Are you tired of callbacks and Customer service nightmares? Here are two things we did to reduce our complaint volume dramatically: 1.) push accountability to the front-line Team members 2.) implement the "Yellow-Slip" system Go to LandscapeBusinessCourse.com and become a member today! Join the Facebook Group and ask your question by following this link: https://www.facebook.com/groups/2223196791284436/

Most lawn care businesses start in a garage... then they grow... and move into a storage building. When should you build a shop and get an office building? Join the Facebook Group and ask your question by following this link: https://www.facebook.com/groups/2223196791284436/ Go to LandscapeBusinessCourse.com and become a member today!

In the past couple days I have interviewed over 20 candidates. Here are four tips I have learned to make finding new Team members efficient and effective. PS - BIG ANNOUNCEMENT: We are building a training facility for landscape business owners and your staff! Join the Facebook Group and ask your question by following this link: https://www.facebook.com/groups/2223196791284436/ Go to LandscapeBusinessCourse.com and become a member today!

Join the Facebook Group and ask your question by following this link: https://www.facebook.com/groups/2223196791284436/ Go to LandscapeBusinessCourse.com/conference and signup for LandscapeSummit!

Join the Facebook Group and ask your question by following this link: https://www.facebook.com/groups/2223196791284436/ Go to LandscapeBusinessCourse.com/conference and signup for LandscapeSummit!

On this 100th episode, I give a straight heart-to-heart talk to lawn care and landscaping business owners about starting and building their business. I talk about what "entrepreneurs" in the lawn care industry are doing wrong... specifically, a YouTuber lawn care business owner that recently failed. Go to LandscapeBusinessCourse.com/conference and signup! Questions? Go to LandscapeBusinessCourse.com

Doing peer-to-peer reviews can be an amazing way to improve your Team productivity and culture. If you are willing to get honest feedback, this could change your business and you as a CEO for ever! Go to LandscapeBusinessCourse.com/conference and signup! Questions? Go to LandscapeBusinessCourse.com

We've all seen the volatility in the stock market... a recession is evident in the next few years. Here is how you can not only weather the storm but actually GROW your business and capitalize on the economic contraction. Go to LandscapeBusinessCourse.com/conference and signup! Questions? Go to LandscapeBusinessCourse.com

I have built 3 successful businesses... all using Facebook ads. The question is, is it effective for landscaping and lawn care businesses? Is the window of opportunity closing? Should we just stick to print marketing? Watch this video to get ideas on how to use Facebook to dominate your market... and the pitfalls you must avoid! Go to LandscapeBusinessCourse.com/conference and signup! Questions? Go to LandscapeBusinessCourse.com

In this episode, I layout the schedule we have for the Landscape Summit Conference we4 have coming up in January 2019. Go to LandscapeBusinessCourse.com/conference and signup! Questions? Go to LandscapeBusinessCourse.com

For most landscapers, the next few months are slow. It is the time we can take some vacation and get ready for the Spring rush. Make sure to do these three things during the Winter to ensure your success in 2019! 1.) Focus on Design 2.) Create Efficiencies 3.) Create a Budget and Plan Go to LandscapeBusinessCourse.com/conference and signup for January 2019! Questions? Go to LandscapeBusinessCourse.com

Go to LandscapeBusinessCourse.com/conference and signup for January 2019! Questions? Go to LandscapeBusinessCourse.com

Labor, materials, and overhead. Those are the 3 major cost centers of running a lawn care and landscape business. Overhead leads to the demise of many small businesses in our industry. Go to LandscapeBusinessCourse.com/conference and signup for January 2019! Questions? Go to LandscapeBusinessCourse.com