In this compelling episode, join Jeremiah Jennings as he delves into the intricacies of entrepreneurship in the green industry with guest Sam Rankin, the visionary behind Edge Outdoor. From navigating the challenges of building a million-dollar business to reshaping personal branding and leadership within the sector, this discussion uncovers the keys to success and growth in a competitive landscape. Sam shares his unique approach to personal branding, the importance of delegation and empowering team members, and innovative strategies for onboarding and retaining top talent. Tune in to explore the journey of scaling a business from $6 million to $31 million in revenue, the significance of training and culture, and practical insights on managing labor hours and incentivizing a team towards collective success.
Timestamps & Topics:
1:27 - Personal Branding, Leadership, and Self-Expectations6:06 - Dressing for Success in the Green Industry10:58 - Delegating Tasks and Empowering Team Members for Business Growth15:47 - Onboarding New Employees with a Focus on Training and Culture26:57 - Pay Structure and Incentives for Green Industry Business29:59 - Managing Labor Hours and Estimating Workload35:38 - Time Tracking and Labor Management in a Construction Company41:01 - Growing a Landscaping Business with Industry InsightsSupport the show
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