In part 11 of our scaling series, Kevin and Joey discuss all things hiring. From hiring that first employee, to finding good help, to leveraging overhead and adding crews later down the road. This episode is jam packed with solid advice and experience.

Kevin Salters is a former GM of multiple million dollar lawn care companies. He has led lawn care teams of up to 300 people, and been a part of selling companies to TruGreen and Brightview. He is the owner of Root Development LLC in Connecticut.

Joey Coberly is the owner of The Landscaping Bookkeeper, a bookkeeping firm that helps green industry professionals understand their numbers. Joey holds a bachelors degree in Business Management, and has a 10 year background in securities investing.

00:00 The Importance of Hiring Your First Team Member

08:55 Identifying Key Traits in Employees

15:43 The Mindset Shift in Hiring

23:00 Building a Positive Company Culture

28:56 Leveraging Overhead for Growth

34:13 Conclusion and Future Insights

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