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Fullerton Unfiltered
Fullerton Unfiltered912. Things May Break But Don't Let It Break YouToday we're gonna share about the last week and a half's activities, including broken equipment, employee challenges, and a host of real life topics that we've been dealing with as we've been running our snow operations. Things are gonna happen to you, but it's how you respond and react to those events that determine whether or not they make or break you. Enjoy! LeanScaper Revenue Intensive (Scottsdale, AZ Jan 20 & 21): https://leanscaper.com/events GROW 2026 - February 10-12 Dallas, TX: https://hubs.li/Q03Ybxs10 🌱 LINK Membership Be part of a community where your suc...
2026-01-0917 minKid Contractor Podcast with Caleb Auman
Kid Contractor Podcast with Caleb AumanEp 671. Live from The Morning Show at EQUIP 2025!A great coversation with Cornell Mack at Equip Expo Morning Show! LeanScaper Revenue Intensive (January 20 & 21, 2026 in January 20 & 21) Auman Landscape on YouTube Primed For Growth www.companycam/kcpodcast Company Cam- 50% for 2 months! Linktree/AumanLandscape @aumanlandscapellc www.CycleCPA.com  Use code: Auman and save $200 when signing up. LMN Software Save on onboarding! Code: AUMAN
2026-01-0726 minFullerton Unfiltered
Fullerton Unfiltered911. The 2026 Marketing BlueprintA forward-looking show focused on building a real, executable marketing plan for 2026. Hosted by Brian and Adam of Branded Bull, this series breaks down strategy, systems, and brand positioning so business owners stop guessing and start marketing with intention. LeanScaper Revenue Intensive (Scottsdale, AZ Jan 20 & 21): https://leanscaper.com/events GROW 2026 - February 10-12 Dallas, TX: https://hubs.li/Q03Ybxs10 🌱 LINK Membership Be part of a community where your success isn't diminished by helping others succeed. Get encouraged, ask questions, and gain valuable insight to help you grow your lawn care business. 👉 Join the LI...
2026-01-0742 minThe LeanScaper Podcast
The LeanScaper PodcastWhy Success Still Feels Empty for So Many Business OwnersRegister for LeanScaper's Revenue Intensive here: https://leanscaper.com/events/revenue-intensiveWhy do so many business owners achieve everything they set out to build… yet still feel a quiet emptiness underneath it all? In this conversation, Benji sits down with Philip McKernan to explore why success often feels misaligned, why old wounds silently shape our ambition, and what it takes to shift from proving yourself to actually living in alignment. This episode is a grounded, honest look at the emotional and psychological patterns entrepreneurs rarely talk about—but deeply feel. In this epis...
2026-01-0645 minKid Contractor Podcast with Caleb Auman
Kid Contractor Podcast with Caleb AumanEp 670. Coaching vs. Controlling: Breaking the "Control Freak" Habit with Marty GrunderToday Caleb speaks with industry veteran Marty Grunder, owner of a successful $18 million landscaping enterprise. The conversation highlights Grunder's long-term influence on the profession, tracing his journey from selling business advice on cassette tapes in the 1990s to managing 140 employees today. The sources emphasize the importance of evolving leadership styles, moving from a "control freak" mindset to one that empowers staff and embraces technological growth. Grunder also shares personal insights on maintaining a long-lasting marriage while scaling a demanding business, rejecting the idea that professional success must come at the cost of family. Ultimately, the text serves as a...
2026-01-0655 minKid Contractor Podcast with Caleb Auman
Kid Contractor Podcast with Caleb AumanEp 669. Rolling ForwardDan Mechley of Boar Hog Diamond Tools joins the show! LeanScaper Revenue Intensive (January 20 & 21, 2026 in January 20 & 21) Auman Landscape on YouTube Primed For Growth www.companycam/kcpodcast Company Cam- 50% for 2 months! Linktree/AumanLandscape @aumanlandscapellc www.CycleCPA.com  Use code: Auman and save $200 when signing up. LMN Software Save on onboarding! Code: AUMAN
2026-01-0139 minThe LeanScaper Podcast
The LeanScaper PodcastThe 4 “Boring” Things That Actually Grow Landscaping RevenueRegister for LeanScaper's Revenue Intensive here: https://leanscaper.com/events/revenue-intensiveIn this episode of the LeanScaper Podcast, Benji sits down with Justin White, CEO of K&D Landscaping, to break down what actually drives revenue growth in a landscape business. Justin shares his journey from being thrust into the CEO role at 25 years old to scaling K&D from ~$1.5M to over $20M in annual revenue. Together, they unpack the boring but powerful principles that create predictable growth—things like standardized sales processes, labor hour management, focusing on what you’re already great at...
2025-12-3049 minKid Contractor Podcast with Caleb Auman
Kid Contractor Podcast with Caleb AumanEp 668. PersonalitiesTalking sales with Eric Triplett The Pond Digger! LeanScaper Revenue Intensive (January 20 & 21, 2026 in January 20 & 21) Auman Landscape on YouTube Primed For Growth www.companycam/kcpodcast Company Cam- 50% for 2 months! Linktree/AumanLandscape @aumanlandscapellc www.CycleCPA.com  Use code: Auman and save $200 when signing up. LMN Software Save on onboarding! Code: AUMAN
2025-12-3055 minKid Contractor Podcast with Caleb Auman
Kid Contractor Podcast with Caleb AumanEp 667. The Ultimate Hero Story: How the Highest Emerged from the LowestToday's episode features analytical clips of Jordan Peterson discussing the birth of Jesus Christ as a profound narrative of a true king emerging in a lowly manger to challenge worldly tyranny. Caleb also details his business operations, noting that his team is working a half-day on Christmas Eve before taking a break to prepare for a $3 million revenue goal in 2026. The episode concludes with a series of Biblical reflections on the humility of the nativity and a message of salvation through faith. Through these discussions, Caleb emphasizes the importance of Christian values and maintaining a moral focus within the...
2025-12-2517 minKid Contractor Podcast with Caleb Auman
Kid Contractor Podcast with Caleb AumanEp. 665 Why Lighting?John Kerzelis of Green Foundry Co. returns to the show! LeanScaper Revenue Intensive (January 20 & 21, 2026 in January 20 & 21) Auman Landscape on YouTube Primed For Growth www.companycam/kcpodcast Company Cam- 50% for 2 months! Linktree/AumanLandscape @aumanlandscapellc www.CycleCPA.com  Use code: Auman and save $200 when signing up. LMN Software Save on onboarding! Code: AUMAN
2025-12-2359 minThe LeanScaper Podcast
The LeanScaper PodcastThe Partnership Playbook That Drives GrowthRegister for LeanScaper's Revenue Intensive here: https://leanscaper.com/events/revenue-intensiveWhat if the biggest growth driver for your landscaping business isn’t ads, equipment, or even skill—but partnerships? In this episode of The LeanScaper Podcast, Kevin Scott reveals how 90% of revenue comes from partnerships with architects, builders, vendors, realtors, municipalities, and even customers. Expect to learn: -Why you should never email proposals again -How nagging a single architect turned into $90M of work -Why a deep bench of local partners and friends can you help you weather a challenging market
2025-12-2345 minGreen Report
Green ReportTNLA Green Report Podcast, Season 5, Episode 1: Time Freedom for Founders: Reclaim Time with AI, Tommy Cole, LeanScaperSponsored by Hotchkiss Insurance Agency | Presented by TNLA + LeanScaper | Hosted by Tommy Cole Running a business shouldn’t mean sacrificing your time or personal life. In this episode, Tommy Cole reframes productivity as a systems problem—not a hustle problem—and shares practical ways founders can redesign how they work. Listeners learn how to escape the busyness trap, audit where their time is really going, and rebuild their schedules around values, priorities, and purpose. The session explores the F.L.O.W. productivity model, the power of eliminating, automating, and delegating effectively, and how AI can se...
2025-12-221h 02Kid Contractor Podcast with Caleb Auman
Kid Contractor Podcast with Caleb AumanEp 664. We Are Still Sucking at Job CostingToday's episode is another Instagram Live session, in which the Caleb discusses a variety of topics. Caleb offers insights into business operations, including the challenges of winter work, managing equipment maintenance through systems like Slack and GPS tracking, and the crucial importance of financial planning and cash flow projection with the help of a fractional CFO, Cycle CPA. Additionally, he promotes several industry contacts and companies, shares details about upcoming Hardscape Academy training sessions, and discusses the significance of key performance indicators like Revenue Per Hour and struggles with job costing. LeanScaper Revenue Intensive (January 20 & 21, 2026 in January 20 & 21)
2025-12-1846 minKid Contractor Podcast with Caleb Auman
Kid Contractor Podcast with Caleb AumanEp 663. We're All HumanCaleb candidly discusses feeling exhausted and unmotivated near the end of the year, despite the overall success and growth of his landscape contracting business. He shares his struggles with finishing projects, a $6,000 mistake involving light fixtures, and the challenges of scaling a business, tying his personal fatigue to his company's operational pressures. Throughout the discussion, he emphasizes the importance of authenticity and sharing vulnerabilities with his audience, contrasting his fatigue with the many things he has to be grateful for, referencing Maslow's hierarchy of needs. Finally, Caleb briefly explains and advocates for the problem-solving technique of first principles thinking.
2025-12-1627 minThe LeanScaper Podcast
The LeanScaper PodcastHow Landscapers Should Build Next Year’s Budget Step by StepRegister for LeanScaper's Revenue Intensive here: https://leanscaper.com/events/revenue-intensiveWhat if the key to keeping more money in your landscaping business isn’t selling more work—but finally building a budget you’ll stick to? In this episode of The LeanScaper Podcast, Benji sits down with Meaghan Likes—entrepreneur, financial educator, and owner of multiple home-service companies—who has built hundreds of budgets and helped contractors hit double-digit net profit with simple systems. Meaghan breaks down why most landscapers avoid budgeting, how to shift your mindset from “restriction” to “design,” and the step-by-ste...
2025-12-1642 minKid Contractor Podcast with Caleb Auman
Kid Contractor Podcast with Caleb AumanEp 662. Instagram Live Show: Caleb & Brittany Answer Your Toughest QuestionsMuch of the discussion revolves around business management and growth strategies within the green industry, including a focus on the benefits and challenges of hiring and managing a Virtual Assistant (VA), discussing topics like onboarding, delegation, and specialization. The hosts, Caleb and Britney Alman, also cover aspects of business systems and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), touch on financial and equipment pricing methods using LMN software, and mention team communication tools like Slack.  LeanScaper Revenue Intensive (January 20 & 21, 2026 in January 20 & 21) Auman Landscape on YouTube Primed For Growth www.companycam/kcpodcast Company Cam- 50% for 2 months!
2025-12-1545 minThe LeanScaper Podcast
The LeanScaper PodcastWhy the Traditional ‘Marketing Funnel’ No Longer Works for Contractors w/ Marc LevesqueRegister for LeanScaper's Revenue Intensive here: https://leanscaper.com/events/revenue-intensiveThe old marketing funnel is broken (or at the very least has some holes in it). In this episode of The LeanScaper Podcast, Benji sits down with Marc Levesque of Webrunner Media to break down why contractors keep wasting money on leads, how to actually generate AND capture demand, and the exact steps to fix your “leaky funnel” before you pour more money into ads.Timestamps:0:00 – Why the old marketing funnel is broken5:05 – Lead magnets, nurturing, and why it doesn’t work anymo...
2025-12-0951 minGrowing Green Podcast
Growing Green PodcastStop Waiting for Next Year and Start Leading NowReach Out Via Text!In this Wednesday episode Jeremiah Jennings challenges business owners to stop waiting for a new year and begin improving their habits and leadership today. He shares openly about the lessons he learned in twenty twenty five including underpriced accounts the growing pains of adding people too quickly and the importance of building systems that support real growth. Inspired by a powerful conversation on the Leanscaper podcast Jeremiah walks through what it means to create a clear vision for your company and why that vision must be big enough for every employee to see...
2025-12-0321 minThe LeanScaper Podcast
The LeanScaper PodcastWhat 35 Businesses Taught Dwayne Kerrigan About Building Success w/ Dwayne KerriganRegister for LeanScaper's Revenue Intensive here: https://leanscaper.com/events/revenue-intensiveIn this episode, Benji sits down with serial entrepreneur and podcaster Dwayne Kerrigan, who has owned 35+ businesses across 14 industries. From road building to landscaping to restaurants, Dwayne shares the 5 fundamental business skill sets that span industries.You’ll hear: Why vision is a muscle anyone can build The 20-minute “think time” writing exercise that forces breakthroughs The shocking truth about culture: you get what you tolerate Why sales scripts are the ultimate freedom—not a crutch⏰ Timestamps00:00 – Intro: 35+ businesses before 40
2025-12-021h 00The LeanScaper Podcast
The LeanScaper PodcastIs Profit Lying to You? Why Throughput Might Be the Only Number That Matter w/ Mike LyseckiRegister for LeanScaper's Revenue Intensive here: https://leanscaper.com/events/revenue-intensiveUnlock the hidden metrics that actually drive profitability in contracting and landscaping businesses. In this episode, LeanScaper CEO Mike Lysecki breaks down why profit numbers lie, how throughput reveals the truth, and the exact ratios you should track to make more money. Expect to learn: The “labor efficiency ratio” and how it instantly shows if your crews are productiveHow mowing can look more profitable than hardscape — but throughput proves the oppositeThe universal “bottleneck law” that applies to every contracting business Why one superstar fo...
2025-11-251h 04Trades Talk Podcast
Trades Talk PodcastWeekly Update 25: How to Win in 2026Welcome back to Weekly Update 25 on the Trades Talk Podcast. Justin shares a high energy breakdown of how he is preparing himself and K and D Landscaping for the year ahead. This episode gives you a front row seat into personal planning, financial readiness, technology adoption, and the mindset shifts needed to win in 2026. In This Episode Personal planning before strategic planning Justin explains why personal clarity must come before company planning. When leaders feel off balance in their own life, their teams feel it too. Three personal planning focus areas for 2026 Justin...
2025-11-2120 minThe LeanScaper Podcast
The LeanScaper PodcastBreaking the Scarcity Trap: How Landscapers Attract Wealth w/ Brian KaskavalciyanRegister for LeanScaper's Revenue Intensive here: https://leanscaper.com/events/revenue-intensiveIn this episode, Benji Carlson sits down with Brian Kaskavalciyan of The Wealthy Contractor to uncover why so many landscapers and contractors struggle with scarcity thinking—and what it really takes to build wealth in business. Brian shares powerful mindset shifts, personal stories, and practical tools that help entrepreneurs overcome fear, reprogram limiting beliefs, and finally give themselves permission to win. Expect to learn:1. Why fear is the #1 reason contractors undercharge. 2. How most business owners accidentally have more faith in...
2025-11-1856 minThe LeanScaper Podcast
The LeanScaper Podcast‘Post & Pray’ Hiring Is Dead: How Landscapers Win With Proactive Recruitment w/ Crew HRRegister for LeanScaper's Revenue Intensive here: https://leanscaper.com/events/revenue-intensiveHiring in the trades is broken. Too many contractors “post and pray,” hoping the right people show up. In this episode, Benji sits down with Naomi Pitt and Josianne Gaudette from CrewHR to break down what real recruitment looks like in 2025—from building pipelines, referral programs, employer branding, and even using AI without losing the human touch. If you’re struggling to attract and keep top talent, this episode is packed with tactical advice and powerful mindset shifts. Timestamps: 00:50 – Why contractors...
2025-11-1249 minThe LeanScaper Podcast
The LeanScaper PodcastStop Wasting Leads: Funnel Audit for Landscapers w/ Allan DibRegister for LeanScaper's Revenue Intensive here: https://leanscaper.com/events/revenue-intensiveMarketing is the lifeblood of every small business — yet most entrepreneurs waste thousands chasing shiny objects, outsourcing to the wrong people, or tracking the wrong numbers. In this conversation with best-selling author Allan Dib (The 1-Page Marketing Plan, Lean Marketing), we unpack how to eliminate waste, focus on what matters, and build a marketing engine that works. 👉 Subscribe for more insights: https://www.youtube.com/@leanscaper 👉 Grab Allan’s free resources: leanmarketing.com Timestamps: 00:00 – Introduction 01:19 – Why outsourcing marketing fails 04:52...
2025-11-0450 minKid Contractor Podcast with Caleb Auman
Kid Contractor Podcast with Caleb AumanEp 649. Stay CuriousEncourage Yourself to Refelct... https://leanscaper.com https://www.togetherinthetrades.com Auman Landscape on YouTube Primed For Growth www.companycam/kcpodcast Company Cam- 50% for 2 months! Linktree/AumanLandscape @aumanlandscapellc www.CycleCPA.com  Use code: Auman and save $200 when signing up. LMN Software Save on onboarding! Code: AUMAN Latux Diamond Blades- 20% off your purchase- Code: AUMAN Ninjava.com Code: Auman100 for $100 off
2025-10-3044 minThe LeanScaper Podcast
The LeanScaper PodcastThe 5 Stages of Scaling Your Landscaping Business w/ Mark BradleyRegister for LeanScaper's Revenue Intensive here: https://leanscaper.com/events/revenue-intensive Learn More About Our Accelerator Programs: https://leanscaper.com/programs In this episode of the LeanScaper Podcast, Benji Carlson sits down with Mark Bradley to break down the five stages of scaling a landscaping business—from startup hustle to legacy enterprise. Mark shares raw stories, painful lessons, and powerful frameworks that every entrepreneur needs to hear. Whether you’re stuck at $500K, fighting to get past $3M, or steering a $20M company, this roadmap will help you scale with clarity, systems, and s...
2025-10-281h 14Trades Talk Podcast
Trades Talk PodcastWeekly Update 21: Equip Expo Recap and Game-Changing TechThis week on Trades Talk, Justin White shares key takeaways from an action-packed week on the road, including the Equip Expo in Louisville and the Disruptors Social hosted alongside Aspire, Crest, and Leanscaper. Justin recaps lessons from Jesse Cole’s “Five E’s”: Eliminate Friction, Entertain Always, Experiment Constantly, Engage Deeply, and Empower Action.....and how they apply to building remarkable client experiences in the trades. You’ll also hear about the debut of the Kress Voyager, the first fully autonomous mower capable of cutting labor costs by up to 80 percent, and how K&D Landscapin...
2025-10-2522 minKid Contractor Podcast with Caleb Auman
Kid Contractor Podcast with Caleb AumanEp 648 Your Desire and VisionWhat do you want?... https://creeksidenwi.com https://leanscaper.com https://www.togetherinthetrades.com Auman Landscape on YouTube Primed For Growth www.companycam/kcpodcast Company Cam- 50% for 2 months! Linktree/AumanLandscape @aumanlandscapellc www.CycleCPA.com  Use code: Auman and save $200 when signing up. LMN Software Save on onboarding! Code: AUMAN Latux Diamond Blades- 20% off your purchase- Code: AUMAN Ninjava.com Code: Auman100 for $100 off
2025-10-2334 minKid Contractor Podcast with Caleb Auman
Kid Contractor Podcast with Caleb AumanEp 647. Making the Final CutAn exclusive interview with Jake Bradley — son of industry leader Mark Bradley — as he shares the story behind launching his own landscape design-build firm. Private Paradise Landscapes https://leanscaper.com https://www.togetherinthetrades.com Auman Landscape on YouTube Primed For Growth www.companycam/kcpodcast Company Cam- 50% for 2 months! Linktree/AumanLandscape @aumanlandscapellc www.CycleCPA.com  Use code: Auman and save $200 when signing up. LMN Software Save on onboarding! Code: AUMAN Latux Diamond Blades- 20% off your purchase- Code: AUMAN
2025-10-2139 minThe LeanScaper Podcast
The LeanScaper PodcastHow To Harness Jobsite Intelligence w/ Isaac BarlowRegister for LeanScaper's Revenue Intensive here: https://leanscaper.com/events/revenue-intensiveIn this episode, Benji sits down with Isaac Barlow, founder of BusyBusy, one of the first time-tracking tools purpose-built for the trades. Isaac is a visionary entrepreneur and technologist who transformed the way contractors capture and use jobsite data.  Isaac shares his deep insights on the power of “jobsite intelligence,” the critical field data that helps contractors make smarter, more profitable decisions.  This conversation explores:Why time tracking is the most crucial, yet elusive, data point in the trades and how to...
2025-10-2146 minKid Contractor Podcast with Caleb Auman
Kid Contractor Podcast with Caleb AumanEp 646. Elevating Your VisionAn information packed episode with Mike Lasecki of LeanScaper. https://leanscaper.com https://www.togetherinthetrades.com Auman Landscape on YouTube Primed For Growth www.companycam/kcpodcast Company Cam- 50% for 2 months! Linktree/AumanLandscape @aumanlandscapellc www.CycleCPA.com  Use code: Auman and save $200 when signing up. LMN Software Save on onboarding! Code: AUMAN Latux Diamond Blades- 20% off your purchase- Code: AUMAN Ninjava.com Code: Auman100 for $100 off
2025-10-1632 minGrowing Green Podcast
Growing Green PodcastStop Wasting Money at Industry EventsReach Out Via Text!In this tactical solo episode, Jeremiah Jennings breaks down how to get real ROI from trade shows and industry events without wasting time or money. Drawing from years of attending Equip, LAL, and LeanScaper events, Jeremiah shares how to choose the right events, set clear goals, and make connections that actually grow your business. He covers everything from budgeting and pre-planning, to how to build relationships that last long after the show ends. Jeremiah also emphasizes the importance of understanding why behind each event and the heart of the people hosting it. Whether...
2025-10-1531 minFullerton Unfiltered
Fullerton Unfiltered879. Profit First in the Green Industry: Adam Linneman on Building a Stronger BusinessRecorded live at the Financial Leanscaper Intensive in Dallas, this episode features Adam Linneman, founder of The Green Executive. Adam has coached and consulted hundreds of lawn and landscape businesses, with a laser focus on helping owners implement the Profit First model to take control of their finances. We dig into why profit isn't an afterthought but the foundation of a healthy company, how simple financial systems can transform your business, and the mindset shifts every contractor needs to thrive. If you've ever struggled with cash flow, margins, or paying yourself consistently, Adam's insights will give you...
2025-10-1524 minThe Entrepreneurial Journey
The Entrepreneurial JourneyDesigning Work That Serves Your Life | The Entrepreneurial JourneyMark Bradley started as a steamfitter in a nuclear plant, then he built one of North America’s top landscape companies from scratch. From there, he built LMN, the industry’s leading business management software, helping thousands of contractors grow, train crews, and scale smarter. Now? He’s reinventing again with LeanScaper, a movement that’s part community, part mastermind, and part AI-driven workflow software reshaping how field companies operate. But the real story here isn’t about revenue or tech, it’s about redemption, purpose, and integration. After years of grinding 100-hour weeks and watching his...
2025-10-1438 minKid Contractor Podcast with Caleb Auman
Kid Contractor Podcast with Caleb AumanEp 645. Elevate Your ImageTalking about Fashion in the green industry with Adam Groh of Acme Clothiers. https://leanscaper.com https://www.togetherinthetrades.com Auman Landscape on YouTube Primed For Growth www.companycam/kcpodcast Company Cam- 50% for 2 months! Linktree/AumanLandscape @aumanlandscapellc www.CycleCPA.com  Use code: Auman and save $200 when signing up. LMN Software Save on onboarding! Code: AUMAN Latux Diamond Blades- 20% off your purchase- Code: AUMAN Ninjava.com Code: Auman100 for $100 off
2025-10-1454 minThe LeanScaper Podcast
The LeanScaper PodcastHow to Build a Leadership Team Before You Burn Out w/ Barry HartmanRegister for LeanScaper's Revenue Intensive here: https://leanscaper.com/events/revenue-intensiveIf your business can’t run without you, it’s not a business - it’s a bottleneck. Barry Hartman built 505-Junk into a 7-figure operation because he built leaders - not just labor. In this episode, he shares the hard-won lessons behind building a leadership team that drives growth without bloated overhead.✅ When to begin designing and building a leadership team (hint: sooner than you think)✅ How to design roles that create ownership and eliminate confusion✅ Why culture beats credentials in blue-coll...
2025-10-141h 14Kid Contractor Podcast with Caleb Auman
Kid Contractor Podcast with Caleb AumanEp 644. Be InvolvedA great conversation with the Green Executive Adam Linnemann! https://leanscaper.com https://www.togetherinthetrades.com Auman Landscape on YouTube Primed For Growth www.companycam/kcpodcast Company Cam- 50% for 2 months! Linktree/AumanLandscape @aumanlandscapellc www.CycleCPA.com  Use code: Auman and save $200 when signing up. LMN Software Save on onboarding! Code: AUMAN Latux Diamond Blades- 20% off your purchase- Code: AUMAN Ninjava.com Code: Auman100 for $100 off
2025-10-0946 minFullerton Unfiltered
Fullerton Unfiltered876. From $8M Landscaper to EVP Of Sales At Leanscaper: Rich Thiebaud's Bold Career PivotOn this episode, I sit down with Rich Thiebaud to unpack his incredible journey in the green industry. Rich built and scaled his own landscape company to $8 million in revenue before feeling called to pivot into a new chapter. That decision led him to LMN, where he helped transform the way contractors run their businesses, and now into his role as EVP of Sales at Leanscaper. We talk about the lessons he learned building a successful company, the courage it takes to change direction at the top of your game, and how his passion for people and...
2025-10-0830 minKid Contractor Podcast with Caleb Auman
Kid Contractor Podcast with Caleb AumanEp 643. Why You Should Know your Numbers and How it Helps You!Joe from Cycle CPA returns to the show! www.CycleCPA.com  Use code: Auman and save $200 when signing up. https://leanscaper.com https://www.togetherinthetrades.com Auman Landscape on YouTube Primed For Growth www.companycam/kcpodcast Company Cam- 50% for 2 months! Linktree/AumanLandscape @aumanlandscapellc LMN Software Save on onboarding! Code: AUMAN Latux Diamond Blades- 20% off your purchase- Code: AUMAN Ninjava.com Code: Auman100 for $100 off
2025-10-0754 minThe LeanScaper Podcast
The LeanScaper PodcastHiring Your First Salesperson? Don’t Screw This Up. w/ Asad ZamanRegister for LeanScaper's Revenue Intensive here: https://leanscaper.com/events/revenue-intensiveHiring your first salesperson can feel like pulling the cord on a chainsaw that won’t start; over and over again. In this episode, Benji sits down with Asad Zaman, CEO of Sales Talent Agency, to unpack why this hire is so hard and why most business owners get it dead wrong.Asad has helped 1,500 companies make over $1 billion in sales hires, and he’s here to deliver hard truths and practical steps. They dive into why only 1 in 10 salespeople are actually good at t...
2025-10-071h 08Kid Contractor Podcast with Caleb Auman
Kid Contractor Podcast with Caleb AumanEp 642. Anything is PossibleLMN CEO Mark Sedgley returns to the show... https://leanscaper.com https://www.togetherinthetrades.com Auman Landscape on YouTube Primed For Growth www.companycam/kcpodcast Company Cam- 50% for 2 months! Linktree/AumanLandscape @aumanlandscapellc www.CycleCPA.com  Use code: Auman and save $200 when signing up. LMN Software Save on onboarding! Code: AUMAN Latux Diamond Blades- 20% off your purchase- Code: AUMAN Ninjava.com Code: Auman100 for $100 off
2025-10-0225 minGrowing Green Podcast
Growing Green PodcastWhy Hiring for Culture Beats Hiring for SkillsReach Out Via Text!Recorded at the LeanScaper Finance Intensive in Dallas, Jeremiah sits down with Rich Thiebaud to unpack his journey from running his family’s landscaping company as a teenager to helping lead sales at LeanScaper today. Rich shares how he scaled a family business from just over $1M to nearly $9M, the challenges of team building, and the lessons he learned through selling his ownership stake to his brother. They dive into leadership, imposter syndrome, hiring processes, and how AI is reshaping recruitment and business operations. Rich also highlights the unique culture of...
2025-10-0127 minFullerton Unfiltered
Fullerton Unfiltered873. Why This Industry Will Never Be the Same: AI, People, and PurposeIn this episode, I sit down with Benji Carlson, EVP of Community at Leanscaper, to talk about how AI, people, and purpose are reshaping the green industry. We explore the massive transformation already underway, what it means for lawn and landscape businesses, and why now is the time to embrace change and be part of the movement. 🚨 BIG ANNOUNCEMENT: TICKETS ARE OFFICIALLY ON SALE! 🚨 Lawntrepreneur Academy LIVE 2025 is locked, loaded, and ready to change the game! 📍 Join us this November in Novi, MI for the premier live event in the green industry — packed with: 🎤 An...
2025-10-0139 minThe LeanScaper Podcast
The LeanScaper PodcastThe Blue-Collar Gold Rush: PE’s Big Move into Landscaping w/ Morgan TateRegister for LeanScaper's Revenue Intensive here: https://leanscaper.com/events/revenue-intensivePrivate equity is flooding into the landscaping industry, but why now? In this episode, Morgan from Breakwater M&A breaks down the massive shift in investor focus and what it means for blue-collar entrepreneurs. We talk about: • Why landscaping is suddenly a hot investment target • How AI is pushing investors out of tech and into real-world businesses • The “golden era” of exits—and how to avoid leaving money on the table • The real reason most contractors can’t sell their business...
2025-09-3059 minGrowing Green Podcast
Growing Green PodcastTransparency That Transforms: Open Book Management in ActionReach Out Via Text!Equip Expo Tickets- Code GG50 at checkout:https://www.equipexposition.com/Recorded live at the LeanScaper Financial Intensive in Dallas, Jeremiah sits down with Ryan Markowich, founder of Creative Roots Landscape in British Columbia and certified coach with The Great Game of Business. Ryan shares his journey from knocking doors with a lawnmower to building a multimillion-dollar design-build firm, eventually selling majority ownership to his employees. He dives deep into open-book management, teaching employees how to think like owners, and why transparency transforms both culture...
2025-09-2648 minKid Contractor Podcast with Caleb Auman
Kid Contractor Podcast with Caleb AumanEp 640. Give it a shotTalking with Chief Customer Experience Officer of LeanScaper, Kristen Kiely. LeanScaper @KRISTENKIELY_CXO https://www.togetherinthetrades.com Auman Landscape on YouTube Primed For Growth www.companycam/kcpodcast Company Cam- 50% for 2 months! Linktree/AumanLandscape @aumanlandscapellc www.CycleCPA.com  Use code: Auman and save $200 when signing up. LMN Software Save on onboarding! Code: AUMAN Latux Diamond Blades- 20% off your purchase- Code: AUMAN Ninjava.com Code: Auman100 for $100 off
2025-09-2559 minThe LeanScaper Podcast
The LeanScaper PodcastThe Lean Operations Playbook For Landscapers w/ Mike LyseckiRegister for LeanScaper's Revenue Intensive here: https://leanscaper.com/events/revenue-intensiveWhat happens when you hire a software programmer, not a landscaper, to help run one of the biggest jobs of your career? In this live talk turned podcast episode, Mike Lysecki reveals the behind-the-scenes story of how systems, transparency, and accountability became the backbone of TBG’s success and eventually the foundation for LMN and LeanScaper. From a $5M residential project that ballooned into $12M, to a job interview where Mark opened his QuickBooks and doubled Mike’s salary on the spot, this conv...
2025-09-2344 minTrades Talk Podcast
Trades Talk PodcastWeekly Update #16 - Transforming the Landscape Industry: Insights from Recent ConferencesIn this weekly update, Justin White shares insights from recent conferences, including the Leanscaper and Ignite events, discussing key takeaways on goal setting, team management, and the future of the landscape industry with AI integration. He emphasizes the importance of strategic one-on-one meetings and the potential for technology to transform business operations. Additionally, he shares personal updates on his backyard project and encourages listeners to stay connected for future podcasts. Takeaways Weekly one-on-one meetings are life-changing for teams. Focus on how to achieve goals, not if they can be achieved. AI will...
2025-09-2014 minFullerton Unfiltered
Fullerton Unfiltered868. What Is a Leanscaper? With Tommy ColeIn this episode of the Fullerton Unfiltered Podcast, I'm joined by Tommy Cole to unpack the heart behind the Leanscaper movement. It's more than just a buzzword — being a Leanscaper is about building a smarter, more connected landscaping community that shares ideas, supports one another, and drives the industry forward. We also dive into the exciting role of Leanscaper AI, the innovative tools that are helping contractors streamline operations, bid smarter, and make data-driven decisions. Tommy shares how this technology is reshaping the way landscapers approach everything from job costing to team management — and how it's empowering owne...
2025-09-1942 minKid Contractor Podcast with Caleb Auman
Kid Contractor Podcast with Caleb AumanEp 638. Live from LeanScaper Dallas (Part 1)Tommy Cole from LeanScaper joins the show... https://www.togetherinthetrades.com Auman Landscape on YouTube Primed For Growth www.companycam/kcpodcast Company Cam- 50% for 2 months! Linktree/AumanLandscape @aumanlandscapellc www.CycleCPA.com  Use code: Auman and save $200 when signing up. LMN Software Save on onboarding! Code: AUMAN Latux Diamond Blades- 20% off your purchase- Code: AUMAN Ninjava.com Code: Auman100 for $100 off
2025-09-1837 minThe LeanScaper Podcast
The LeanScaper Podcast8 Money Mistakes Killing Your Landscaping Business (And How to Avoid Them) w/ Bob GauvreauRegister for LeanScaper's Revenue Intensive here: https://leanscaper.com/events/revenue-intensiveYou don’t run a profitable landscaping business by accident. In this episode, Benji sits down with Robert Gauvreau - CPA, author of The Wealthy Entrepreneur, and founder of Gauvreau Accounting, Tax, Law, Advisory - to expose the eight most common financial mistakes contractors make and how to avoid them. Robert’s firm has worked with over 4,000 businesses across North America, including 700+ contractors, giving him a unique, behind-the-scenes look at what drives sustainable profitability in landscaping. Expect to learn: • Why financ...
2025-09-181h 04The LeanScaper Podcast
The LeanScaper PodcastHow To Lose Most Of Your Employees In One Year w/ Benji CarlsonRegister for LeanScaper's Revenue Intensive here: https://leanscaper.com/events/revenue-intensiveIn this special episode of The LeanScaper Podcast, Benji Carlson takes the stage to deliver one of his most impactful talks yet: how to build a one-year people plan that actually works. Most contractors love strategy - it’s fun, exciting, and creative. But sooner or later, every great plan must run through people… and that’s where the real challenges begin.  In this live session, Benji shares the painful lessons a particularly bad year in business taught him about leadership, and the simple...
2025-09-0943 minThe Green Grind Podcast
The Green Grind PodcastThe Green Grind Podcast Episode 233In this episode, Kory and LeRoy welcome Kirstin Mains back to The Green Grind to dive deep into one of the most important topics for any business owner: getting out of your own way. Fresh off their trip to the Landscaper event in Charlotte, the crew unpacks why so many owners become the bottleneck in their business and how to fix it. They discuss building systems that scale, empowering team members to take ownership, and focusing on vision over chaos. You'll also hear about the new AI tools being developed for the green industry, the importance of...
2025-09-091h 03Branded Bull Podcast
Branded Bull PodcastBranding Update & Upcoming Events (Feat. Brian Fullerton) Ep. 64Adam sits down with Brian Fullerton of Brian's Lawn Maintenance to share updates on his refreshed branding, new website, and growth plans. They also preview this fall's big industry events—LeanScaper, Equip Expo, and Lawntrepreneur Academy Live—and why they're must-attend opportunities for green industry pros. Important Links: https://www.brandedbull.com/  https://www.instagram.com/brandedbull/ https://www.facebook.com/brandedbullinc https://www.lawntrepreneuracademy.com/ 
2025-09-0931 minKid Contractor Podcast with Caleb Auman
Kid Contractor Podcast with Caleb AumanEp 636. The Man in The Arena Leanscaper Dallas Texas Event https://www.togetherinthetrades.com Auman Landscape on YouTube Primed For Growth www.companycam/kcpodcast Company Cam- 50% for 2 months! Linktree/AumanLandscape @aumanlandscapellc www.CycleCPA.com  Use code: Auman and save $200 when signing up. LMN Software Save on onboarding! Code: AUMAN Latux Diamond Blades- 20% off your purchase- Code: AUMAN Ninjava.com Code: Auman100 for $100 off
2025-09-0624 minGrowing Green Podcast
Growing Green PodcastEntrepreneurial Kids Don’t Fit the Classroom MoldReach Out Via Text!In this solo Friday episode, Jeremiah Jennings shares a passionate perspective on how artificial intelligence is reshaping the way we should think about education, business, and parenting. Using the story of a local high schooler named Coop—an entrepreneur at heart who thrives outside the classroom—Jeremiah challenges the outdated systems that reward memorization over creativity. He argues that AI has already made routine tasks like calculations, research, and scheduling obsolete, freeing humans to focus on what only people can do: create, lead, problem-solve, and build relationships. Jeremiah also connects this back to busi...
2025-09-0521 minThe Landscaper\'s Guide to Modern Sales & Marketing
The Landscaper's Guide to Modern Sales & MarketingADHD, Efficiency, and Growing Landscape Teams with LeanScaper’s Kristen KielyHiring, leading, and keeping your team focused is one of the toughest parts of growing a landscaping company. Add in the unique challenges of ADHD and neurodivergence, and it can feel overwhelming. But what if those differences could actually be a strength in your company?In this episode of The Landscaper’s Guide, Jack Jostes interviews LeanScaper Chief Customer Experience Officer Kristen Kiely. Kristen has nearly a decade of industry experience with LMN, The Grounds Guys, and now LeanScaper, and her husband runs a $5M design-build and snow company in Toronto. She shares how...
2025-09-0520 minFullerton Unfiltered
Fullerton Unfiltered861. Fall Lineup: Must-Know Industry Events for September, October & November You Won't Want to Miss!Get ready for a busy fall in the green industry! From registering now for Equip Expo to making plans for Leanscaper Dallas, catching the Harvest of Knowledge with Sam Gembel, and locking in your spot for Lawntrepreneur Academy Live 2025, this quick update will keep you in the loop. Don't miss the biggest events shaping our industry this September, October, and November! 🚨 BIG ANNOUNCEMENT: TICKETS ARE OFFICIALLY ON SALE! 🚨 Lawntrepreneur Academy LIVE 2025 is locked, loaded, and ready to change the game! 📍 Join us this November in Novi, MI for the premier live event in the green industry...
2025-09-0422 minKid Contractor Podcast with Caleb Auman
Kid Contractor Podcast with Caleb AumanEp 635. The Pressure Test Secure Your Spot for the  Leanscaper Dallas Event  https://www.togetherinthetrades.com Auman Landscape on YouTube Primed For Growth www.companycam/kcpodcast Company Cam- 50% for 2 months! Linktree/AumanLandscape @aumanlandscapellc www.CycleCPA.com  Use code: Auman and save $200 when signing up. LMN Software Save on onboarding! Code: AUMAN Latux Diamond Blades- 20% off your purchase- Code: AUMAN Ninjava.com Code: Auman100 for $100 off  
2025-09-0327 minThe LeanScaper Podcast
The LeanScaper PodcastWhy Burnout Hits Hardest for Business Owners (And How to Recover) w/ Jon DeWaalRegister for LeanScaper's Revenue Intensive here: https://leanscaper.com/events/revenue-intensiveIn this powerful episode, Benji sits down with Jon DeWaal, Executive Director of Liminal Space, to unpack burnout from the inside out - what it feels like, why it happens, and how entrepreneurs can break free from the grind that’s stealing their energy and purpose. Expect to learn: • What “functional burnout” feels like and how it traps leaders in a life they can’t escape • How burnout hijacks your presence, leadership, and decision-making • Easy-to-spot signs you’re burning out (and what to do a...
2025-09-021h 05The Green Grind Podcast
The Green Grind PodcastThe Green Grind Podcast Episode 232 Featuring Aaron SuttenfieldIn this episode, Kory and LeRoy sit down with Aaron Suttenfield, founder of A&D Suttenfield Landscaping, to explore the role of faith, family, and values in building a successful business from the ground up. Aaron shares his journey—from mowing grass in high school to leading a full-service landscape company—and how staying true to his principles has shaped every part of his business. With a strong focus on customer service, employee relationships, and doing the right thing (even when it's hard), Aaron explains how he built a business that reflects more than just financial goals.
2025-09-021h 40Growing Green Podcast
Growing Green PodcastWhen Loyalty Loses You MoneyReach Out Via Text!In this direct and eye-opening episode, Jeremiah Jennings tackles one of the toughest lessons in business—learning when to cancel customers. He shares real stories from Growing Green Landscapes, including a seven-year client who, despite endless accommodations, responded with a blunt “good riddance” after being let go. Jeremiah explains why unprofitable, high-drama accounts aren’t worth the stress, how they drag down crew morale, and why keeping them blocks the path to better clients. He reminds listeners that revenue without profit is vanity, and protecting your team’s time and energy must come first. Thi...
2025-08-2924 minThe LeanScaper Podcast
The LeanScaper PodcastOne Plan. Massive Action. Total Turnaround w/ Justin WhiteRegister for LeanScaper's Revenue Intensive here: https://leanscaper.com/events/revenue-intensiveWhat’s holding landscapers back from their true potential? In this episode, Justin White (CEO of K&D Landscaping) brings raw energy to his keynote in Charlotte. He shares how “sweat equity,” a championship mindset, and bold long-term vision can transform not just your business but your entire life. Justin doesn’t just talk about growth; he proves it by living it. From nearly losing his family business to scaling it into a market leader, his story is a wake-up call for ever...
2025-08-2645 minThe Green Grind Podcast
The Green Grind PodcastThe Green Grind Podcast Episode 231 Featuring Adam FullertonIn this episode, Kory and LeRoy are joined by Adam Fullerton, a marketing strategist and creative agency owner who helps service-based businesses cut through the noise and actually connect with customers. Adam breaks down what most companies get wrong about marketing—and how to fix it. From storytelling and brand consistency to knowing your audience and crafting the right message, Adam offers practical strategies you can apply right now to grow your business the smart way. Free Trial and 20% off Jobber for 6 months: go.getjobber.com/ballardinc Need a website? Use th...
2025-08-261h 03The Contractor Fight with Tom Reber
The Contractor Fight with Tom ReberTCF1051: Smart Kids Should Skip College (And Learn a Trade Instead) with Benji CarlsonBenji Carlson has spent his life building movements in the trades. From the franchise painting world to Breakthrough Academy to now helping lead Leanscaper, an AI-powered platform for landscapers. In this deep-dive with Tom, they tackle the real reasons the trades lost their shine, and what it’s going to take to make them cool again.They talk content, culture, recruiting, money, and what separates struggling contractors from thriving ones. This episode is pure 🔥 for anyone serious about growing a blue-collar business with pride and purpose.👇 CHAPTERS 00:00 - Intro 01:13 - Who is Benji...
2025-08-2159 minThe LeanScaper Podcast
The LeanScaper PodcastThe Inner Fight: Why Mindset Beats Tactics Every Time w/ Tom ReberRegister for LeanScaper's Revenue Intensive here: https://leanscaper.com/events/revenue-intensiveSometimes it’s not your systems holding you back, but your mindset. In this episode, Benji sits down with Tom Reber - Marine Corps veteran, business coach, speaker and founder of The Contractor Fight - to unpack the real work contractors need to do: winning the inner fight. You’ll learn: • Why fear is the #1 limiter of growth - and how to beat it • The daily habits top contractors use to stay sharp and focused • How to lead people instead of doing e...
2025-08-1946 minThe LeanScaper Podcast
The LeanScaper PodcastIs Your Landscaping Business Ready For Agentic AI? w/ Mark BradleyRegister for LeanScaper's Revenue Intensive here: https://leanscaper.com/events/revenue-intensiveOn Thursday July 24th, LeanScaper’s Founder Mark Bradley unveiled LeanScaper.ai, the first and only AI platform built for landscapers and their teams. Lana, the chat agent inside LeanScaper.AI, which you’ll see demonstrated in this video is available to you now for free. Just click here to create an account in less than one minute. In this groundbreaking keynote from the Lawn and Landscape Technology Conference, Mark shares the deeply personal story behind Lana’s creation, a mission sparked...
2025-08-1245 minThe LeanScaper Podcast
The LeanScaper PodcastWhy Most Contractor Sales Teams Fail (And How to Fix Yours in 2025) w/ Ryan GrothRegister for LeanScaper's Revenue Intensive here: https://leanscaper.com/events/revenue-intensiveThe era of order-taking is over and if your sales team is still sitting around waiting for the phone to ring, you’re in trouble. In this episode, Benji sits down with Ryan Groth, CEO of Sales Transformation Group, to unpack what today’s high-performance contractor sales orgs actually look like and how you can build one from scratch. You’ll learn: • Why “sales culture” is your biggest lever in today’s market • How to future-proof your sales org in an AI-driven wor...
2025-08-0552 minLCR Media Podcast
LCR Media Podcast#478- Creating a better industry for everyone in it, with Mark BradleyLive at the Lawn and Landscape Tech Conference from Pod-Row, sponsored by Kress and Rehlko... Naylor sits down with Mark Bradley, former CEO and Co-Founder of LMN and current Co-Founder of Leanscaper. Mark shares his humble beginings and takes us through his life, and why he's so passionate about the Landscaping Industry... Plus, his newest system to make your business better! Thanks for Listening! EVENTS: YouTube Rally 2025 FREE Registration 2025 LCR Summit Louisville KY Tickets- SECURE YOUR SPOT! 2025 Equip Expo 50% OFF Registration with code "LCR" PODCAST SPONSOR:
2025-07-3150 minThe LeanScaper Podcast
The LeanScaper PodcastSEO Has Changed: Here’s How to Stay Visible in the Age of AI w/ Devon HayesRegister for LeanScaper's Revenue Intensive here: https://leanscaper.com/events/revenue-intensiveSEO isn’t what it used to be and if your marketing agency is still chasing backlinks and blog posts, you’re falling behind. In this episode, Benji talks with Devon Hayes, co-founder of Elevation Marketing, about how AI and large language models have transformed search and what landscaping business owners must do to stay visible and competitive. You’ll learn: • Why your brand is now the biggest factor in Google rankings • What “entity SEO” means and how it’s already impacting your b...
2025-07-2947 minThe LeanScaper Podcast
The LeanScaper PodcastElephant Hunting: How to Land and Keep Big Clients w/ Steve WheatcroftRegister for LeanScaper's Revenue Intensive here: https://leanscaper.com/events/revenue-intensiveYou don’t scale a landscape company past $30M without learning how to hunt elephants and survive the feast. In this episode, we sit down with Steve Wheatcroft, founder of ULS and now a LeanScaper advisor, to unpack the high-stakes game of enterprise sales in landscaping. From university project to $100M powerhouse, Steve built ULS by mastering the art of landing massive municipal, institutional, and retail contracts and living to tell the tale. We dig deep into: • What it really take...
2025-07-2252 minKid Contractor Podcast with Caleb Auman
Kid Contractor Podcast with Caleb AumanEp 621. Lessons from a recent Leanscaper EventRecapping top takeaways from a recent Leanscaper event. https://community.leanscaper.com https://www.togetherinthetrades.com Auman Landscape on YouTube Primed For Growth www.companycam/kcpodcast Company Cam- 50% for 2 months! Linktree/AumanLandscape @aumanlandscapellc www.CycleCPA.com  Use code: Auman and save $200 when signing up. LMN Software Save on onboarding! Code: AUMAN Latux Diamond Blades- 20% off your purchase- Code: AUMAN Ninjava.com Code: Auman100 for $100 off
2025-07-1625 minGrowing Green Podcast
Growing Green PodcastPut in the Work. Lead Yourself. Build the BusinessReach Out Via Text!In this quick-hit episode, Jeremiah Jennings shares a fired-up recap of the Leanscaper 2025 event and why it’s already being called a game-changer for the landscaping industry. From groundbreaking AI tools to a total mindset shift around leadership, Jeremiah breaks down what made the event so powerful—and why every contractor should consider attending. He talks about how Mark Bradley’s system is helping business owners go from chaos to clarity, why self-leadership is the key to scaling, and how big goals (even billion-dollar ones) start with simple, daily discipline. If you want to gro...
2025-07-1606 minThe LeanScaper Podcast
The LeanScaper PodcastYour Business Is a Waste Factory, Lean Fixes That w/ Tom HughesRegister for LeanScaper's Revenue Intensive here: https://leanscaper.com/events/revenue-intensiveWhat does “Lean” really mean - and why should every landscaper care? In this episode, Benji sits down with Tom Hughes to unpack the origins of Lean thinking, straight from Toyota’s post-WWII survival mode to today’s jobsite inefficiencies. You’ll learn:-Why Lean was born from desperation, not inspiration-The 7+2 types of waste every business leader should be targeting-How landscapers lose time (and money) without realizing it-Why focusing on the 98...
2025-07-161h 04The LeanScaper Podcast
The LeanScaper PodcastLandscaping Needs More Female Leaders. Here’s How. w/ Ellen RohrRegister for LeanScaper's Revenue Intensive here: https://leanscaper.com/events/revenue-intensiveEllen Rohr is one of the most respected women in the trades. As President of Zoom Drain and author of multiple best-selling books, she’s coached thousands of business owners toward profitability, purpose, and personal growth. In this episode, Ellen opens up about: • How she overcame her fear of numbers, mastered financial literacy, and used bookkeeping to transform her life • The hard truth about trying to “change” your partner in business and the lesson that growth starts on the inside • Why tradeswo...
2025-07-111h 06The LeanScaper Podcast
The LeanScaper PodcastUnlock Endless Customers With These 4 Shifts w/ Marcus SheridanRegister for LeanScaper's Revenue Intensive here: https://leanscaper.com/events/revenue-intensiveBest-selling author and marketing powerhouse Marcus Sheridan joins Benji to reveal why trust - not tactics - is the real secret to sales growth. From breaking down the “trust deficit” to why most landscapers lose the sale before the call, this episode is a roadmap to building a brand buyers believe in. Learn how to: • Win the 80% of the sales journey that happens before the first contact • Future proof your sales process for the age of AI • Be bold enough to say what...
2025-07-101h 01The LeanScaper Podcast
The LeanScaper PodcastWhat is LeanScaper? w/ Mark BradleyAfter selling LMN for over $250 million, Mark Bradley could’ve walked away. But instead, he launched LeanScaper - with a mission to build a better future for every tradesperson in the green industry. In this powerful debut episode, Mark gets brutally honest about burnout, the mistakes that nearly cost him everything, and why the trades deserve more than low wages and broken systems. 🔍 Highlights: • Why most landscapers are sabotaging themselves without realizing it • The 4 pillars of the LeanScaperOS - and how they transform team culture, profitability, and operations • What Mark wishes every small business owner knew...
2025-07-091h 00Growing Green Podcast
Growing Green PodcastYour Team Doesn’t Fail—Your Systems DoReach Out Via Text!In this motivation-packed midweek episode, Jeremiah Jennings records live from the beach but his mind is deep in the trenches of building systems at Growing Green Landscapes. He walks through how dialed-in scope of work documents, job planners, and crew communication can transform your operation—turning costly mistakes into raving reviews. From mulch mix-ups to leadership mindset, this episode is a transparent look at what it takes to scale without losing your mind. Jeremiah challenges listeners to stop saying “my team” and start building with their team, using tools like LMN, Greenius, and Leansc...
2025-05-0716 minFullerton Unfiltered
Fullerton Unfiltered802. Friday Fun Recap With Brian & Liz from Leanscaper MiamiJoin Brian & Liz for a lighthearted Friday recap from the Leanscaper event in Miami! We're breaking down highlights, behind-the-scenes moments, and sharing some laughs from an unforgettable week of networking, growth, and sunshine. Tune in for the fun! LINK Membership Get Brian's Free Newsletter https://www.lawntrepreneuracademy.com/  LMN Mastermind Sessions (Use code Brian). LMN Landscape Software (Interested in checking out LMN and giving it a free Trial? Use our link or the code "Brian" to get the best savings and signup experience possible). Brian's Lawn Maintenance On...
2025-04-1858 minGrowing Green Podcast
Growing Green PodcastStop Guessing, Start Scaling: Using the Leanscaper Framework With Kristen KielyReach Out Via Text!In this episode of the Growing Green Podcast, host Jeremiah Jennings sits down with Kristen Kiely, Chief Customer Experience Officer at Leanscaper, to dive deep into building scalable systems for your landscaping business. Kristen shares lessons from her time at LMN and The Grounds Guys, and how Leanscaper is empowering business owners—no matter the size—to implement proven frameworks that drive serious results. From step-by-step SOPs to accessing expert advisors, this conversation unpacks what it takes to grow with clarity and confidence. Whether you're just getting started or you're a $10M+ company read...
2025-04-1140 minFullerton Unfiltered
Fullerton Unfiltered788. The Leanscaper Way: Eliminating Waste & Unlocking More Profit in Your BusinessIn this episode, we dive into The Leanscaper Way—a strategic approach to increasing efficiency by eliminating waste in your landscaping business. Learn how to identify profit-draining inefficiencies, streamline operations, and maximize productivity without adding extra stress. Whether you're a solo operator or managing a crew, these practical tips will help you unlock more profit while working smarter, not harder. Tune in and start optimizing your business today! LINK Membership Get Brian's Free Newsletter https://www.lawntrepreneuracademy.com/  LMN Mastermind Sessions (Use code Brian). LMN Landscape Software (Interested in checki...
2025-03-1741 minGrowing Green Podcast
Growing Green PodcastHandling Objection Over Your Service OfferingReach Out Via Text!In todays episode I share my takeaways on objection handling coming off the heals if the Leanscaper Intensive in Nashville covering all things sales/revenue. As we grow, our cold calling will be a huge source of lead gen. and I want to perfect it as much as possible. Thanks to a recent hire in the sales position, our goal is to cold call very frequently and train to handle objection well. Overcoming objection is a major key to growth and it is something that I believe most people struggle with actually learning...
2025-03-0729 minGrowing Green Podcast
Growing Green PodcastLate Night Leanscaper Revenue TakeawaysReach Out Via Text!In todays episode we have a late night hotel room discussion with Brian Fullerton and Caleb Auman. This is a 3 part show split between all of our podcasts. This is the second installment with Brians being the first. We catch up and discuss some of our growth in relation to trucks and equipment and how we can't only think about the problem right in front of us, but the solution for down the road! Check out the other 2 parts to hear more fun conversation and valuable insights from the Leanscaper Revenue Intensive in...
2025-03-0547 minFullerton Unfiltered
Fullerton Unfiltered783. Game-Changing Lessons from Nashville: LeanScaper & Revenue Growth Mastery TakeawaysIn this episode, we break down the biggest takeaways from the LeanScaper and Revenue Growth Mastery workshops in Nashville. From scaling smarter to unlocking new revenue streams, we're sharing the game-changing strategies that can take your landscaping business to the next level. Tune in for key insights, real-world applications, and the mindset shifts you need to win big! Grab your ISO Tunes here: https://bit.ly/3wzhaI4 LINK Membership Get Brian's Free Newsletter https://www.lawntrepreneuracademy.com/  LMN Mastermind Sessions (Use code Brian). LMN Landscape Software (Interested in...
2025-03-0532 minKid Contractor Podcast with Caleb Auman
Kid Contractor Podcast with Caleb AumanEp 583. Building Teams & Functional GrowthMark Sedgley, the new CEO of LMN, joins the podcast to discuss his journey into the landscaping software industry, his vision for LMN's future, and the importance of leadership, culture, and strategic decision-making in scaling a successful business. LMN Software Save on onboarding! Code: AUMAN 📢Just Announced 📢 In person Hardscape training dates for March 21st - March 22nd. Available now! Auman Landscape on YouTube LeanScaper www.companycam/kcpodcast Company Cam- 50% for 2 months! Linktree/AumanLandscape @aumanlandscapellc www.CycleCPA.com  Use code: Auman and save $200 when si...
2025-03-041h 11The Entrepreneurial Journey
The Entrepreneurial JourneyDesigning an Integrated Life | The Entrepreneurial JourneyThis week, Dave welcomes Mark Bradley, Founder of LMN, to talk about his new venture - LeanScaper, providing expert training & community and powerful software tools for the landscaping industry. They also discuss the power of living an integrated life, creating vision in your business and family, and setting clear initiatives with measurable goals. Join us for this incredible conversation! "The Entrepreneurial Journey with Dave Wescott" is a weekly podcast airing LIVE at 9:15 a.m. PST on Dave's YouTube, Facebook, and LinkedIn profiles, and available ahead of your Thursday morning commute as an audio-only podcast on your favorite...
2025-01-2338 minFullerton Unfiltered
Fullerton Unfiltered739. Mastermind Your Success: LMN Classes for Networking & Growth!Discover how LMN's mastermind classes can transform your business! In this episode, we explore how these sessions offer powerful networking opportunities, game-changing strategies, and insights into the LeanScaper platform to help you level up in the lawn care industry. Don't miss out on the chance to boost your business to new heights! https://golmn.com/workshops/ (Use Code Brian). Purchase The Whole Ball of Wax (Get $400 off with code SAVE400). Get Brian's Free Newsletter https://www.lawntrepreneuracademy.com/ LMN Mastermind Sessions (Use code Brian). LMN Landscape Software (Interested in c...
2024-11-0833 min