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In this episode of the OWNR OPS Podcast, I’m back with Jacob Neffendorf of Rise Online Ads / Land Clearing Growth to break down the best land clearing markets in the U.S., and why market selection matters, but doesn’t limit your ability to hit seven figures.

Jacob runs ads for 100+ land clearing companies nationwide, and we get into the real-world data behind:

• Top land clearing states

• Why the South dominates demand (climate, regrowth, terrain, year-round work)

• Search volume vs competition: how to judge a market before you commit

• The “2,500 searches / 10 competitors” framework (and the math behind predictable weekly jobs)

• Average ticket sizes (skid steer vs dedicated mulchers) + what drives bigger contracts

• The real costs of mobilization, and why job size matters (especially with big iron)

• When it actually makes sense to upgrade from skid steer mulching → dedicated machines

• New vs used equipment strategies from top operators (warranty, dealer support, downtime)

If you’re running a land clearing or forestry mulching business or thinking about starting one, this episode will help you pick smarter markets, price better, and scale without killing cash flow.

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In this episode of the OWNR OPS Podcast, I’m sitting down with Tyler Mumford (StumpGuyTy) from Grind Time Stumps to break down what it really takes to win as a solo owner-operator in the stump grinding business.

Ty shares his real 2025 numbers, what changed from year one, and the #1 thing most guys get wrong: they buy the machine before they learn how to land jobs.

If you’re trying to start a stump grinding business, get more stump grinding leads, or build a simple blue-collar service business with strong cash flow, this is the playbook.

What you’ll learn:

✔️ How StumpGuyTy made $200K in 2025 running solo

✔️ The hardest part of stump grinding: landing jobs (not grinding stumps)

✔️ His contractor outreach system: cold texting → calling → referrals

✔️ Why he says: rent before you buy (prove demand first)

✔️ When to start saying NO to bad jobs (and make more per hour)

✔️ Contractor work vs direct customers (and how the mix shifts over time)

✔️ How referrals start compounding once you deliver a great experience

If you’re an owner-operator and you’re trying to get your next 10 jobs, this episode will give you the exact mindset + actions to move.

🔥 Services We Use 🔥We use Jobber to handle our estimates, scheduling, & invoicing➡️ Get 20% off Jobber here: https://go.getjobber.com/ownerops-spotify💰 Bookkeeping: Get 50% off bookkeeping for 3 months with the Home Service Bookkeeping Pros: https://dialedinbookkeeping.com/ownrops🚀 Get ranked #1 On Google With Stryker SEO: https://stryker-digital.com/?el=ooWant to learn more about starting and scaling your own service-based business?📩 Sign up for the OWNR OPS Newsletter: → https://ownrops.com/newsletterDon’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more episodes with blue collar entrepreneurs sharing their best insights and growth tips!

In this episode of the OWNR OPS Podcast, Bodhi Gallo from Stryker Digital shares about his biggest lesson from 2025:Go from player to coach — and delegate at the right time.We cover:✅ When to delegate (and when NOT to)✅ How to stop being the bottleneck✅ Simple SOPs that actually get used (short videos + quick memos)✅ How Bodhi trains sales reps faster using AI✅ AI tools they’re using: ChatGPT, Claude, Replit (+ Whisper Flow)✅ Why building a brand matters more than ever for home service businessesIf you own a local service business — this will help you build systems, train your team, and get more done without burning out.🔥 Services We Use 🔥We use Jobber to handle our estimates, scheduling, & invoicing➡️ Get 20% off Jobber here: https://go.getjobber.com/ownerops-spotify💰 Bookkeeping: Get 50% off bookkeeping for 3 months with the Home Service Bookkeeping Pros: https://dialedinbookkeeping.com/ownrops🚀 Get ranked #1 On Google With Stryker SEO: https://stryker-digital.com/?el=ooWant to learn more about starting and scaling your own service-based business?📩 Sign up for the OWNR OPS Newsletter: → https://ownrops.com/newsletterDon’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more episodes with blue collar entrepreneurs sharing their best insights and growth tips!

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Can AI actually help blue collar businesses grow faster, price smarter, and create content at scale?

Jacob Neffendorf says yes—and he’s built the systems to prove it.

In this episode, Austin Gray sits down with Jacob, founder of Rise Online Ads, to unpack how land clearing and service businesses can use ChatGPT, Claude, and Gemini to train AI on their pricing, content, and operations.

From custom GPTs that generate estimates to AI-trained content machines pumping out 300+ posts a year—this is a blueprint for smarter, leaner growth in 2025.

You’ll learn:

• How to train AI to write estimates and proposals like a pro

• The 12-month content prompt that generates 300+ ideas

• Claude vs. Gemini vs. ChatGPT—when to use which tool

• Why offering one service dominates SEO and builds trust

• The upsell framework every owner-operator should master

If you run a land clearing, excavation, pressure washing, or any local service business—this one’s packed with tactical gold.

🔥 Services We Use 🔥

We use Jobber to handle our estimates, scheduling, & invoicing

➡️ Get 20% off Jobber here: https://go.getjobber.com/ownerops-spotify

🚀 Get ranked #1 On Google With Stryker SEO: https://stryker-digital.com/?el=oo

💰 Bookkeeping: Get 50% off bookkeeping for 3 months with the Home Service Bookkeeping Pros: https://dialedinbookkeeping.com/ownrops

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WELCOME TO SEASON 3 of the OWNR OPS Podcast. 🎙️🔥

We’re starting this season with a banger — Owen is 19 years old, built a land clearing business from scratch, and did $37,000 in his first month.

The wild part? He pre-sold $20,000+ in land clearing jobs before he even bought his first machine.

No excuses. Just action.

We break down:

✔️ Why he pivoted from stump grinding → land clearing

✔️ How he used Facebook ads to generate leads fast

✔️ The difference between low-ticket vs high-ticket services (CAC → LTV)

✔️ How he handled sales calls + booked site visits

✔️ How he closes jobs in person (with a simple checklist)

✔️ Pricing, minimums, and keeping the business operationally simple

✔️ His plan to scale to $1M revenue in 2026

If you’re trying to grow a local service business, this one is loaded with real tactics you can steal.

👉 Join the free OWNR OPS community: https://www.skool.com/ownrops

🔥 Services We Use 🔥

We use Jobber to handle our estimates, scheduling, & invoicing

➡️ Get 20% off Jobber here: https://go.getjobber.com/ownerops-spotify

💰 Bookkeeping: Get 50% off bookkeeping for 3 months with the Home Service Bookkeeping Pros: https://dialedinbookkeeping.com/ownrops

🚀 Get ranked #1 On Google With Stryker SEO: https://stryker-digital.com/?el=oo

Want to learn more about starting and scaling your own service-based business?📩 Sign up for the OWNR OPS Newsletter: → https://ownrops.com/newsletter

Welcome to Season 3 of the OWNR OPS Podcast 👊

This season is focused on helping service business owners:

✅ get more leads

✅ win more jobs

✅ and build systems that scale

We’ll be talking marketing, sales, and operations with real operators and specialists—sharing what’s working right now and what you can actually take action on.If you’re building a blue-collar or home service business and want to grow faster (without chaos), you’re in the right place.

👉 Join the free group and get around other owners doing the work: https://www.skool.com/ownrops

Work hard

Do your best

Never settle for less

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Can AI actually run parts of your blue collar business better than you? Andy Walker thinks so—and he built the tools to prove it.

In this episode, Austin Gray sits down with Andy, co-founder of Stryker Digital, who shares how he used ChatGPT, Claude, and Replit to build a custom retention system in just 10 days—something that would’ve taken 30 devs a full year.

From SOP automation and speed-to-lead hacks to real-time customer health scores and AI lead qualification—this is a blueprint for the future of service-based businesses.

You’ll learn:

• Why “mega prompts” are the secret to getting elite AI outputs
  

• How to automate SOP creation using ChatGPT’s Canvas tool
  

• Andy’s AI sales system that flags churn risks before they happen
  

• What tools and data you need to train an AI assistant
  

• Why home service businesses are primed for an AI-powered takeover
  

If you’re in HVAC, roofing, land clearing, or any service business—this episode gives you a look into how the pros are building the future with AI.

🔥 Services We Use

🔥We use Jobber to handle our estimates, scheduling, & invoicing➡️ Get 20% off Jobber here: https://go.getjobber.com/ownrops-youtube

🚀 Get ranked #1 On Google With Stryker SEO: https://stryker-digital.com/?el=oo

💰 Bookkeeping: Get 50% off bookkeeping for 3 months with the Home Service Bookkeeping Pros: https://dialedinbookkeeping.com/ownropsWant to learn more about starting and scaling your own service-based business?

📩 Sign up for the OWNR OPS Newsletter: → https://ownrops.com/newsletterDon’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more episodes with blue collar entrepreneurs sharing their best insights and growth tips!

💰Learn Google Business, Facebook Ads, and Automation tips for your Blue Collar Business ➡️⁠ https://skool.com/ownrops⁠

Can you really make 6 figures in 60 days—and still run a tight, high-ticket business? Steve Hunsaker proves it's possible.

In this episode, Austin Gray sits down with Steve, founder of Valley Christmas Lights and Home Service Accelerator, who shares the exact systems, sales playbook, and paid ad strategies behind his explosive seasonal success.

From postcard ROI and CRM attribution to speed-to-lead systems and why he won’t train competitors in his own market—this is a masterclass in building lean, profitable service ops.

You’ll learn:

• How Steve turned $5K in postcard ads into $28.5K in October sales

• Why accurate lead tracking is non-negotiable for growth

• The speed-to-lead system that outpaces every competitor

• Why sticking to high pricing builds a better business long-term

• How to avoid being “busy but broke” in seasonal services

  
  

If you’re in lights, landscaping, junk removal, or any local service business—this episode is packed with tactical clarity.

🔥 Services We Use 🔥

We use Jobber to handle our estimates, scheduling, & invoicing ➡️ Get 20% off Jobber here:⁠ https://go.getjobber.com/ownrops-youtube⁠

🚀 Get ranked #1 On Google With Stryker SEO:⁠ https://stryker-digital.com/?el=oo⁠

💰 Bookkeeping: Get 50% off bookkeeping for 3 months with the Home Service Bookkeeping Pros:⁠ https://dialedinbookkeeping.com/ownrops⁠

Want to learn more about starting and scaling your own service-based business?

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Can you really make 6 figures in 60 days—and still run a tight, high-ticket business? Steve Hunsaker proves it's possible.

In this episode, Austin Gray sits down with Steve, founder of Valley Christmas Lights and Home Service Accelerator, who shares the exact systems, sales playbook, and paid ad strategies behind his explosive seasonal success.

From postcard ROI and CRM attribution to speed-to-lead systems and why he won’t train competitors in his own market—this is a masterclass in building lean, profitable service ops.

You’ll learn:

• How Steve turned $5K in postcard ads into $28.5K in October sales
  

• Why accurate lead tracking is non-negotiable for growth
  

• The speed-to-lead system that outpaces every competitor
  

• Why sticking to high pricing builds a better business long-term
  

• How to avoid being “busy but broke” in seasonal services
  

If you’re in lights, landscaping, junk removal, or any local service business—this episode is packed with tactical clarity.

🔥 Services We Use 🔥

We use Jobber to handle our estimates, scheduling, & invoicing ➡️ Get 20% off Jobber here: https://go.getjobber.com/ownrops-youtube

🚀 Get ranked #1 On Google With Stryker SEO: https://stryker-digital.com/?el=oo

💰 Bookkeeping: Get 50% off bookkeeping for 3 months with the Home Service Bookkeeping Pros: https://dialedinbookkeeping.com/ownrops

Want to learn more about starting and scaling your own service-based business?

📩 Sign up for the OWNR OPS Newsletter: → https://ownrops.com/newsletter

Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more episodes with blue collar entrepreneurs sharing their best insights and growth tips!

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How should land clearing operators price their jobs in 2025?

In this episode, Austin Gray sits down with Jacob Neffendorf, founder of Land Clearing Growth, to unpack everything from day rates vs. project pricing to instant estimate tools, client education, and why pricing transparency actually drives better leads.

Jacob shares what’s working right now across 120+ land clearing companies—from pricing psychology and “good, better, best” packages to avoiding tire kickers, improving qualification, and marketing smarter on Facebook.

You’ll learn:

• Why job-based pricing usually beats hourly or day rates
  

• How to use estimate tools to qualify leads before you ever pick up the phone
  

• The top mistakes new operators make when pricing their first few jobs
  

• How to get local Facebook content ranking on Google
  

• What mindset shift Jacob says will unlock better clients (and more profit)
  

  
  If you're in land clearing, fire mitigation, or any blue-collar service business—this episode is packed with tactical, field-tested insights you can apply today.

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