In this conversation, Brandon and Ken discuss their recent trip to a NASCAR race at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway for the Brickyard 400 and their experiences with the Senix Power Tools team. They talk about their initial skepticism of NASCAR and how they were pleasantly surprised by the excitement and atmosphere of the race. They also discuss Ken's back injury and how the Senix blower has helped him with his lawn care work.

They express their gratitude to the Senix team and their excitement for future opportunities together. The conversation also includes their friendly banter and plans for future adventures. In this conversation, Brandon and Ken discuss various topics related to their experiences in the landscaping industry. They talk about the challenges of running a business, the importance of building relationships with customers, and the excitement of attending trade shows. They also touch on the value of quality equipment and the joy of giving back to the community.

Overall, the conversation highlights the passion and dedication that Brandon and Ken have for their work.

Special thanks to Senix team of Scott, Rocky and Gustov for an amazing weekend.

Takeaways:

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Ken’s Stripe Life Facebook Group:

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In this conversation, Brandon and Martin discuss various topics including the weather, lawn care, MLB home run derby national anthem, and their plans for a potential golf tournament. 

They also talk about their allergies and beer preferences. Martin shares that he is allergic to grass, which surprises some people. They end the conversation by inviting listeners to join them for a golf tournament and drinks. The conversation revolves around the topic of beer and the different occasions and situations in which it is enjoyed. 

Brandon and Martin discuss their experiences working in landscaping and lawn care. They talk about their long work hours, the challenges of working in extreme weather conditions, and the importance of staying hydrated. They also share their preferences for hot tubs over cold tubs, cookies over cupcakes, and sweating in cold weather over sneezing in hot weather.

Takeaways:

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In this conversation, Brandon and Martin discuss their half-year review of their landscaping business. They talk about their podcast's progress, their upcoming expo, and their new team member. They also discuss the different patterns they use to create stripes on lawns and share their favourite patterns. In this part of the conversation, Brandon and Martin discuss their favourite jobs and the new services they have added to their landscaping business. They talk about the challenges and successes they have experienced, including their podcast and partnerships with other companies. They also mention the impact of social media on their business and the funny comments they receive. 

Overall, they reflect on the growth and progress they have made in their business this year. The conversation covers various topics including social media, ups and downs of the year, and interactions with other landscape companies. 

The hosts discuss how they navigate social media and maintain a balance between professionalism and humour. They also share their ups and downs of the year, including equipment breakdowns and the success of their business. They talk about the challenges of dealing with difficult customers and the importance of having a good team. The conversation ends with a discussion about the mower wave, a gesture of camaraderie among landscape companies. In this final part of the conversation, Martin and Brandon discuss the camaraderie among landscapers and the tradition of giving mower waves. They share funny stories of their employees waving to everyone they pass, and the friendly competition to be the one waving out the window. They also discuss the importance of experience over education when hiring employees, the benefits of starting work early, and the preference for accuracy over speed in their work. They both express their preference for achieving modest success on purpose rather than relying on accidental success. They reflect on the past six months of podcasting and look forward to the future.

Takeaways:

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On a Sunday Speical, Brandon and Martin discuss their recent battle with poison ivy and the challenges it posed. They also talk about their busy schedules, the recent holidays, and the high cost of living. They answer questions from listeners about services to sell during the summer heat and drought, and share their plans for the future. In this part of the conversation, They also talk about using Jobber to manage tasks and track maintenance work. They mention their plans for the Expo and the possibility of meeting up with other members of the StripeLife community. In this part of the conversation, Martin and Brandon discuss tips and tricks to avoid mental burnout during the season. They also talk about their favorite flavors of Monster energy drinks. Martin shares his experience with snow removal in Ontario and how the winters have changed over the years. They also mention a viral Facebook video of Martin plowing snow that received a lot of attention and sparked heated debates in the comments. In this final part of the conversation, Brandon and Martin discuss various topics, including dealing with angry coworkers and customers, the importance of keeping a clean truck, and the rapid passage of time. They also mention the positive feedback they've received from listeners all over the world. The episode ends with a reminder to rate and review the podcast.

Takeaways:

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In this part of the conversation, Brandon discusses the tree program in Woolwich township and the benefits of planting trees to fight carbon emissions. They also talk about the issues with power lines and trees, as well as the challenges of maintaining street trees. The conversation then shifts to the challenges Brandon has been facing with his trucks breaking down and the expensive costs of repairs and replacements. They also discuss the benefits of having an MT-100 machine for landscaping work. In this part of the conversation, Brandon and Martin discuss dealing with difficult customers and share funny stories from their landscaping experiences. They talk about customers who constantly interrupt the work process, the challenges of working with picky clients, and the frustrations of dealing with misplaced objects in lawns. They also discuss the importance of safety on job sites and the pet peeves they have regarding landscape lighting and cheap plastic lawn decorations. The conversation ends with a discussion about a truck giveaway and a sponsorship by Senex

Takeaways

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In this conversation, Martin and Brandon discuss their experiences working in hot weather, dealing with allergies, and their recent landscaping projects. They also talk about their use of battery-powered tools and the advantages they offer.

The conversation ends with a funny anecdote about Rob, a former colleague of Brandon's, cleaning off a car's back window that was covered in snow. In this part of the conversation, Martin and Brandon discuss the viral video that Brandon posted and the unexpected success it had. They talk about companies wanting to buy the rights to the video and the income they received from it.

They also discuss their experiences with wearing glasses while working and the challenges they faced. They briefly mention their attempts to have guests on the podcast and the issues they encountered with their trucks.

In this final part of the conversation, Brandon and Martin discuss their preferences for vehicles, including vans and box trucks, and unconventional choices for landscaping vehicles. They also talk about their plans for an upcoming trip and their sleep schedules.

Takeaways:

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In this conversation, Brandon and Martin discuss their experiences with lawn mowing and landscaping. They talk about the performance of their equipment, including the Ferris mower and the Kubota dump cart. They also discuss their current projects, such as digging a backyard and installing a patio. They touch on the topic of battery-powered tools and their advantages over gas-powered ones. They also mention the success of their employee, Sam, who has started his own Instagram page called 'The Garden Boy.'

The conversation revolves around the topics of gardening, social media, and business growth. The hosts discuss the success of a gardening video on social media and the potential for it to go viral. They also talk about collaborating with others and the advantages it brings.

The conversation then shifts to the recognition of one of the hosts' voices from a podcast on Spotify. They discuss the unpredictable weather and the busy season for their landscaping businesses. They also mention the need to book an Airbnb for an upcoming event and the overwhelming number of job requests they receive. In this part of the conversation,

Martin and Brandon discuss their lunch preferences as landscapers.

This weeks Landscaper Lunch is the this or that section of the pod. Overall, the conversation provides insight into the unique preferences and habits of landscapers during their workday.

Takeaways

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Follow us on Instagram @thecrookedstripes

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The conversation covers a range of topics including camera equipment, Kubota dealer demo days, equipment demos, excavator rodeo, mulchers, GPS systems, and winter plans. The hosts also discuss listener engagement and the growth of their podcast. The conversation covers topics related to equipment rental, landscaping, gardening, and the challenges of space management.

Takeaways:

Like and subscribe the podcast for more, and THANK YOU for listening! Cheers.

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On our 20th episode, the boys cover a range of topics including podcast consistency, weekend events, landscape life, travel, job management, dealing with negative comments, and a unique mowing opportunity.

The hosts also discuss the challenges of mowing large areas and the type of grass that is difficult to stripe. The conversation covers topics related to lawn mowing, lawn care, and podcasting equipment. It also delves into personal preferences for music and audio devices. The hosts discuss their experiences with different types of headphones and share their music preferences. The conversation also touches on the upcoming Kentucky series and the challenges of traveling

Takeaways

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In this part of the conversation, Brandon and Martin discuss their busy schedules and upcoming plans. They talk about their work over the long weekend and Martin's decision to work on Monday. They also mention their social plans and the challenges of being a landscaper.

The hosts discuss the advantages of using bagged mulch, such as no waste, easier cleanup, and higher profit margins. They also address common misconceptions about the quality of bagged mulch and the environmental impact of using plastic bags. The hosts share their personal experiences and preferences when it comes to mulching and engage in some light-hearted banter.

The conversation then shifts to social media management and the possibility of outsourcing video editing. They end the conversation by mentioning their upcoming interview with Christine, the social media manager for Kerr and Ker

Takeaways

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