In this episode of The Green Grind Podcast, Kory and LeRoy sit down with returning guest Matt Boelman for a real, in-depth conversation on leadership, growth, and what it actually takes to build something that lasts.

Matt dives into his transition out of the president role and into a strategic advisor position, sharing what it looks like to step back from operations while still driving impact at a high level. The conversation covers everything from scaling challenges and the "builder's block" that holds companies back, to developing systems that allow businesses to grow beyond the owner.

The guys also get into leadership at a deeper level—ego, replaceability, mentorship, and what it means to truly lead people. Matt shares how his mindset has evolved over time, the lessons learned from both wins and failures, and why legacy has become his primary focus.

If you're stuck trying to grow your business, struggling to let go of control, or looking to level up as a leader, this episode delivers the kind of honest insight you don't hear often.

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In this episode of The Green Grind Podcast, LeRoy and Kory dive into a real, unfiltered conversation about the grind behind building a successful business in the green industry.

The guys break down the challenges that come with growth — from managing people and maintaining culture to creating systems that actually support long-term success. They discuss the importance of discipline, accountability, and the mindset shift required to move from simply working in the business to truly leading it.

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In this episode of The Green Grind Podcast, LeRoy and Kory sit down with Colin Sullivan for a real, no-BS conversation about what it actually takes to grow and sustain a business in the green industry.

Colin shares his journey through the ups and downs of building his business, offering insight into the lessons learned along the way — from early struggles to developing the systems and mindset needed to scale. The conversation dives into leadership, accountability, and the discipline required to move from simply staying busy to running a structured and profitable operation.

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In this episode of The Green Grind, Kory and LeRoy sit down with returning guest Christian Schloegel to talk about what real growth looks like when you're in the trenches of building a landscaping business.

From grinding 80-hour weeks while in school to scaling into multiple crews, Christian shares how his company has evolved—and where he's still feeling the pressure. The conversation dives into the realities of growth: managing cash flow, tightening operations, and identifying where the business is leaking money due to inefficiencies, unclear scope, and lack of systems

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In this episode of The Green Grind, Kory and LeRoy get back to basics with a raw, unfiltered conversation about what it actually takes to build a business that runs without you.

From unpredictable Midwest weather to real-life examples of snowstorms hitting while owners are out of town, the guys break down a hard truth: if your business falls apart when you're gone, you don't have a company—you have a job. They share how building the right systems, empowering your team, and creating clear roles allows your business to operate smoothly—even in chaos.

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In this episode of The Green Grind, Kory and LeRoy sit down with returning guest Brittany Auman for a powerful, real-world conversation about what it actually takes to evolve as a leader and scale a business the right way.

Brittany shares how her company has transformed over the past few years—not just through better systems, but through personal growth, intentional leadership, and clarity of vision. She breaks down why working on yourself as a leader can have a bigger impact than working in the business, and how that shift has changed everything from team culture to decision-making.

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In this episode of The Green Grind Podcast, we're revisiting one of our most impactful conversations with Tommy Mello, founder of A1 Garage Door Service. Tommy shares the journey of building his company from a struggling startup into one of the largest garage door service companies in the country, along with the mindset, leadership, and systems that helped fuel that growth.

Throughout the episode, Tommy dives into topics like building strong company culture, investing in your people, developing systems that scale, and surrounding yourself with the right mentors and leaders. Even though Tommy comes from the garage door industry, the lessons he shares apply to anyone looking to grow a service-based business.

If you're looking for insight on leadership, culture, and building a company that lasts, this throwback episode is packed with value.

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In this episode of The Green Grind Podcast, Kory sits down solo while LeRoy is away and welcomes special guest Daison Pursley, professional sprint car driver of the NAPA Auto Parts #9 car for Kasey Kahne Racing, competing on the World of Outlaws sprint car circuit, for a conversation that goes far beyond lawn care.

While this isn't a traditional green industry business episode, the lessons hit just as hard. Daison shares his journey through the world of sprint car racing—from getting started in Oklahoma to competing at the highest level of outlaw sprint car racing and navigating the highs and lows of a demanding motorsports career. He opens up about overcoming adversity, facing moments where racing again wasn't guaranteed, and the mindset it takes to stay focused and keep pushing forward when everything feels uncertain.

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In this episode of The Green Grind Podcast, LeRoy and Kory sit down with special guest Jesus Nieto for a powerful conversation about growth, grit, and building something bigger than yourself in the green industry.

Jesus shares his journey — from early challenges and learning curves to developing the mindset and structure necessary to scale. The discussion dives deep into leadership evolution, operational discipline, and the personal growth required to move from simply working hard to working strategically.

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In this episode of The Green Grind, LeRoy and Kory sit down with Chase Stetson — known across the industry as "That Lawn Dude" — to talk about the energy and authority he's built on social media and how that visibility translates into real business growth.

Chase shares how consistency, personality, and discipline helped him stand out in a crowded green industry space, while also navigating the pressure that comes with being highly visible online. The conversation digs into balancing content creation with running a structured, profitable operation, and making sure the brand behind the camera is backed by solid systems and numbers.

If you're building both a business and a presence, this episode breaks down what it really takes to sustain momentum in both.

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