Bio: Christopher Castano started his landscaping business when he was 15, trimming bushes and spreading mulch on his lunch breaks. Fast forward, and he’s now running a thriving design-build company crafting high-end outdoor spaces with his team in North Carolina. In this episode, we dive into how Christopher went from figuring it out on the fly to tackling half-million-dollar projects, training a solid crew, and creating a business that’s all about quality, trust, and timeless designs. Christopher shares insights into hiring, pricing, and maintaining trust with clients while constantly leveling up – one project at a time. 💪

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This week on the podcast, I had the pleasure of speaking with Justin Laughter, the owner of Laughter Family Hardscapes in Asheville, North Carolina. Justin’s built a thriving hardscape design and construction business by staying laser-focused on delivering real value to his clients, rather than just building what they want.

Justin shares his design-first approach ensuring his clients get outdoor living spaces that truly meet their needs and lifestyle, not just the latest trends.

Justin's journey has been marked by challenges and successes, but his commitment to his craft, his employees, and his clients has been the driving force behind Laughter Family Hardscapes' continued growth.

Tune in to hear Justin's insights on building a values-driven business, hiring and retaining top talent, and creating exceptional experiences for every client.

https://www.instagram.com/laughterfamilyhardscapes1/

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I sat down with Chris Morales, the founder of Morales Outdoor Living, to uncover the hard-won lessons and successes of his entrepreneurial journey. From humble beginnings with a two-door truck and an $800 trailer, to tackling a once-in-a-lifetime Christmas-themed hotel project, Chris shares his story of passion, perseverance, and the power of building a dedicated team.

As a fellow green industry veteran, I was inspired by Chris's commitment to quality, his investment in company culture, and the emotional rollercoaster of entrepreneurship. We’ll discuss the challenges of delegating tasks, mastering his finances, and balancing the demands of work and family life – challenges that I've faced myself.

This episode is a raw, authentic look at the realities of running a thriving hardscaping business.

Give them a follow: Instagram (@moralesoutdoorliving)

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Today I'm with Jason Gwaltney of Gwaltney Landscaping in North Carolina. We had a fantastic discussion on his business journey, and how he decided to leave his job and strike out on his own. .... And all the challenges that come with that. Second guessing yourself on pricing, hustling to pay the bills, getting dependable help, on and on.

Give Jason a follow on Instagram! He's building some awesome water features!

Instagram (@gwaltneylandscaping_llc)

Home | Gwaltney Landscaping

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In this episode of The Cost of Doing Business, we sit down with Mike Schellhaas, owner of Schellhaas Landscape Construction, to unpack what it really takes to grow a hardscaping business without bleeding profits. Mike shares his journey from pen-and-paper estimates to leveraging technology, the hard lessons along the way, and why knowing your numbers is critical for your success.

If you’ve ever wondered how to break out of the “more work, same profit” trap, this one’s for you!

@schellhaaslandscapeconst

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This week, we sit down with Kevin Trobaugh, a landscape entrepreneur, to talk about his journey from solo operator to building a thriving, scalable business. We dive into the challenges he faced, like balancing job site demands with networking opportunities, and how he shifted his mindset to focus on empowering his team rather than just chasing top-line growth. Kevin shares the best advice he’s received, like knowing when to stop doing low-value tasks and instead invest in the right people. If you’re an entrepreneur looking to break out of the solopreneur business, you won’t want to miss this conversation.

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Kent Muir from Good 2 Great Landscape in Pittsburgh PA, was working as an employee in a landscaping company, and ended up buying it and taking it over. Listen to his story as he took it over and grew it into a great organization, even working for some famous sports celebrities in the Pittsburgh area!

Give him and his team a follow: 

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Mark Todd's story is an interesting one. Listen to his journey with his business, Todd Quality, and how his model and services evolved over time. He went from 9 employees to 3 along the way, and we dig into the pros and cons with his experience on that change.

Mark has significantly increased his net profit by using SynkedUP in his business, and he shares how it did that for him.

Give Mark a follow and check out his awesome machines!

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No one ever blamed father and son team Anthony Mann and Anthony Hermann-Mann of being lazy. Man! The grass doesn't grow under these boys' feet.

Anthony the father is a 3rd generation mason with roots in Italy, and is now working on nurturing Anthony the son up in the business, teaching not only the craft, but also the leadership and management skills it takes to run a successful business.

Give them a follow! https://www.instagram.com/anthonygrouphardscapes

https://www.anthonygrouphardscapes.com/

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Jeremy Morales of Morales Masonry & Landscaping has been pounding the pavement for years in this industry, working out in the field, hustling to make it.

Today he tells his story on how he realized the work will always be there and started making some business and lifestyle changes. Today he's realizing his lifelong dream of getting his pilot's license and flying his own plane.

Give him a follow at 

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