In this episode of the Developers Podcast, I’m back after almost a year and shifting the show into something new: documenting the real story of building Your Haven in real time.

I recap our first month of the year, what’s working, what’s not, and what I’m learning from the contractors we serve in outdoor living and landscaping. We talk about the Pro Trial offer that became a turning point for our business, the systems and leadership moves that helped us scale, and why design matters so much more than “pretty pictures” — it impacts expectations, estimating, and execution on every job site.

I also share some personal updates: marathon training, a big move to Las Vegas to be closer to family, and why I believe consistency and mindset are everything if you want to build something that lasts.

In this episode:

• Why I’m restarting the podcast and changing the format
• How the Pro Trial offer changed our growth
• January results: 30+ Pro Trials and 17 new Pro Members
• Why design is the foundation: expectations → estimating → execution
• The leadership structure we’re building (and how we think about scaling “pods”)
• Lessons from events, travel, and top contractors in the industry
• Personal updates: marathon, Vegas move, and the “infinite game” mindset

If you’re a landscape contractor, outdoor living builder, or you’re building a business and want real behind-the-scenes lessons, this podcast is for you.

Want to be on the show? DM me on Instagram or reach out through yourhavendesign.com.