Episodes
Do you see the internet gurus, and heck, even some of the big names on social media who run lawn and landscape businesses, talking about different softwares, and automated this or that, talking about how much time and money you could be saving, but you’re not really sure where to start? Or maybe you’ve seen ads for this CRM or that CRM, and this software that promises to do this or that, and you just want to know how to offload basic tasks? Then learning about the primary areas of your...
Published 11/26/24
Are you growing your business, but as it grows, especially with employees, the more work you do, the more clients you have, it just ends up being more and more hours and more and more fires for you to put out? Or maybe things are good, not too hectic, and you finally have some really solid guys so life is fine, but... -You want to get a lot farther than you are now, but you feel like there aren’t enough quality and knowledgeable employees available that you could even do that. -You want to be...
Published 11/18/24
Does it feel like every time you add a client, you're just replacing it with a client that's leaving? Or are you trying to build up your business, but you feel like difficult communication with clients is becoming a bottleneck? Then this episode is for you- in it we go over how to retain your clients longer- through better service, better customer service, as well as some unique strategies to stick in your clients' minds, even during the busy seasons. Enjoy.   My socials: YouTube channel:...
Published 11/11/24
Want to keep a bulletproof image in the marketplace, while still continuing to grow and hire new employees you know noting about? Want to learn to deal with customer complaints in a way where you loose less clients, keep a better reputation, and don't spend days of your life fighting upset clients? Then listen up- this episode is for you. In it, I talk about how to PREVENT the vast majority of complaints and quickly and effectively deal with the ones that still manage to slip through the...
Published 11/07/24
Are you looking to make more from each phone call that comes in? Then this episode is for you- in it, I delve into how to actually sell your lawn and landscape services, both over the phone, and in-person. This is a game-changer for those looking to get a better bang for there buck, or fight back against a softer economy. Enjoy.   My socials: YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@Caleb__trung Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/caleb__trung Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/calebtnguyen
Published 10/28/24
A lot of folks, after they interview and find great candidates, drop the ball. They can't train new guys with great attitudes to do what they need them to, miscommunicate with new hires, and have good, skilled workers constantly leaving. In this episode, I talk about exactly how to avoid all of those things, and how to onboard and train efficiently and effectively, while retaining your best guys for as long as possible. Enjoy.   My socials: YouTube channel:...
Published 10/21/24
Trying to avoid another employee catastrophe, or another hire that just wants to lie, cheat, steal? Or trying to grow, but need a faster and better process to be able to weed the A-players from the losers so you can focus on growing all the other aspects of your business?   Than this episode is for you- in it, we talk about the process, from start to finish, on interviewing applicants in a way that guarantees a good hire, faster and easier than you've ever seen before. Enjoy.   My...
Published 10/14/24
If you are struggling to figure out how to effectively hire new guys, from where to get them, to how to steal them away from the larger, more established companies in your area, this episode is for you- In it, we talk about my two primary channels for where I get these new employees, and how I keep them out of the prying hands of other large companies in my area that might offer more pay or overall stability. Enjoy.   My socials: YouTube channel:...
Published 10/07/24
Are you either bouncing between too much work and not enough guys and equipment to do the work, and not enough work for the employees and equipment you have? Or do you even just want to reverse-engineer your growth, so you can chose to grow WHEN AND HOW MUCH you grow? Then this episode is for you. In it, I talk about 3 direct response marketing tactics that I've used in my business to put in X dollars and X hours to get Y amount of clients- a true client ATM. Enjoy.   My socials: YouTube...
Published 09/30/24
Are you guys trying to stay consistently booked out, but you're too busy during the busy seasons to capitalize on the rush, and/or your business is drying up during the slow months, and you're not sure what's worth it, and what is going to be a waste of your hard-earned money? Then this episode is perfect for you- in it, I delve into 3 tried-and-true marketing methods that can be borderline on autopilot, so you can stay booked out, and have the time to focus on doing good work. The best part?...
Published 09/23/24
Are you trying to grow, but every time you try something, nothing sticks? Do people have a hard time remembering your companies' name long enough to find you on the internet? Then this episode is for you- this is part 1 of 12 in a series designed to help you grow, using the lessons and strategies I used to grow to $60k+ per month. In it, I discuss the 3 biggest things to be aware of, in order to build a brand image and ethos around your business that helps you drive down your costs to acquire...
Published 09/16/24
It's been a minute, but I'm back.   My story of where I've been, and how the business has built into a 60k per month+ business.   It's been a bumpy ride, and I really just want to share with you guys what the ride looked like. Hope you enjoy, and I'll catch you next week, when we begin our 12-part series talking about how YOU can do 60k+/month without the brutal headaches and issues I had to go through.   My socials: YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@Caleb__trung Instagram:...
Published 09/09/24
Looking to escape the grind, the constant firefighting, and working so hard, only to see profits blown on stupid mistakes? Than this episode is for you.   My socials: YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@themowtivated Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/calebnguyen_lawnlife/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/calebtnguyen
Published 04/05/24
Gearing up for a hectic spring rush, and have big goals for the business this year, but are sick of the stress and the ridiculous hours? This episode is for those looking to grow more in less time, with less stress. Enjoy.   P.S. My mic did blow out on me, so bear with the peaky audio.   My socials: YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@themowtivated Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/calebnguyen_lawnlife/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/calebtnguyen
Published 03/29/24
Should I buy out a competitor, and if so, how do I find sellers, and negotiate the best deal possible, and maximize that acquisition?   My socials: YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@themowtivated Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/calebnguyen_lawnlife/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/calebtnguyen
Published 03/15/24
To those of you working your butt off for what feels like nothing. Enjoy, and keep execeuting.   My socials: YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@themowtivated Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/calebnguyen_lawnlife/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/calebtnguyen
Published 03/08/24
Should I take on debt while growing my business, or not? If you're looking for a little bit of context from someone who's run a business with no debt AND run a business with debt, this one is for you. Enjoy.   My socials: YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@themowtivated Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/calebnguyen_lawnlife/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/calebtnguyen
Published 03/01/24
Working around the clock, but aren't making the progress you want/need to be?  This is the episode for you- in it I share the one MASSIVE mindset shift to starting growing quickly, and the 3 actionable areas to apply it to, as well as actionable advice that can be applied immediately!   My socials: YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@themowtivated Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/calebnguyen_lawnlife/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/calebtnguyen
Published 02/23/24
Want to blow up the business, but aren't sure what your day should even look like?  This is the episode for you- from what your day-to-day needs to like in every season of the year, to 3 hacks to get more done in less time!   My socials: YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@themowtivated Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/calebnguyen_lawnlife/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/calebtnguyen
Published 02/16/24
Okay, so we know how to get clients, but now we have to do the work! Who and how do we find the right folks to get the job done? And where do we even find them? Give this one a listen and find out for yourself.   Job Listing Template (super simple, but absolutely killer results. Make sure you hit 'copy', so you can have one to edit for yourself): https://docs.google.com/document/d/1aA0wJf8oZBecPkVazLa5CBHNPG8kQ9WeNWnhiUJx-6g/edit?usp=sharing     My socials: YouTube channel:...
Published 02/09/24
Are you looking at AI, automations, and saying... is this the end of my business? Or maybe, are you saying "wow, I wonder how I can use this to truly grow my business to the next level". If so, and if you're curious how a college student built and sold a 7-figure lawncare company, then went and started an AI-based business for the lawn and landscape industry, you're gonna love this one. Enjoy.   Deep Lawn: https://deeplawn.com/ Joel's LinkedIn:...
Published 01/31/24
Are you trying to grow, to live life, but can never find the hours in your day to get it done?  In this episode, I talk about 3 things I do (and have done) to steal back hours of time to work on growing the business instead of working for it, and increase profits. Enjoy.   My socials: YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@themowtivated Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/calebnguyen_lawnlife/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/calebtnguyen
Published 01/26/24
Are you feeling a bit antsy, rearing to go out and crush your 2024 business goals, but at the same time, you feel stuck, because you're not sure how to grow your business over the winter? This episode is for you.   My socials: YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@themowtivated Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/calebnguyen_lawnlife/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/calebtnguyen
Published 01/19/24
Should I buy a new mower this spring, and if so, which one and why?   My socials: YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@themowtivated Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/calebnguyen_lawnlife/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/calebtnguyen
Published 01/03/24