On this week’s podcast episode, I sit down with Andy Garrett, owner of Garrett Excavating, who grew his excavation business from a truck, trailer, and skid steer to a $6M operation in just a few years.

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Andy shares how he and his dad started the company, the pivotal moments that accelerated their growth, and the key hires that allowed them to scale without burning out. From bidding on their first big commercial project to building a strong leadership team, this episode is packed with lessons for service business owners.

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Here’s what we covered:

✅ How Andy and his dad went from small residential jobs to landing six-figure commercial projects.

✅ The first key hires that helped him step out of day-to-day operations and focus on growth.

✅ The importance of building a repeatable lead generation system (SEO, Google reviews, and cold outreach).

✅ Why he shifted to a full-site development model and how he strategically uses subcontractors to scale.

✅ How Andy structures his leadership team, pays his key employees, and fosters a strong company culture.

If you’re looking to grow your excavation or service business the right way, this episode is full of actionable insights.

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