In this episode of The Lawn Care CEO Podcast, we’re thrilled to introduce you to our new coach, Miranda! 🎉 Miranda is joining us as our third coach, and she’s bringing her elite coaching methodology to help lawn care businesses thrive.

With over 100+ business owners coached in both 1:1 and group settings, Miranda has a unique ability to simplify complex systems, making them approachable and actionable. Her focus on organizational behavior and business structure is next-level—powerful, yet easy enough for any business owner to implement. Whether you're analytical, creative, or somewhere in between, her strategies work for everyone.

We’ll also give you a sneak peek at our exciting new program for 2025 – ✨ The Catalyst Program: Designed for startups and companies making $0–$350K. If you’re stuck in the field, running a 1–2 crew operation, and don’t know the next steps, this program will give you the tools to level up. 

If you feel that this is for you, click here to apply for the Catalyst Program: https://lawncareceo.com/catalyst

In this episode of The Lawn Care CEO podcast, Matt Stemmler joins us to talk about mergers and acquisitions (M&A) in the lawn care industry. With a background in engineering and finance, Matt brings a unique perspective to helping business owners connect with the right investors. We cover the current state of the lawn care M&A market, the types of deals business owners can explore, what drives valuation, how the sale process works, and the critical role of an industry-focused M&A advisor.

Have questions about M&A in the green industry or want to connect with Matt? Reach out to him directly through the links below ⬇️

Email Address: [email protected]
Website: https://principium-whiteoak.com
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mattstemmler

When you’re starting out in business, it often feels like you’re short on time, money, or both.  That's why we're bringing you a little “hack” that changed the game for us in the lawn care industry—hiring a virtual assistant (VA).

In this episode, we sit down with our very own VA, Via, who’s been handling the back end of The Lawn Care CEO—everything from admin tasks and social media to marketing and day-to-day operations. We’re talking about how hiring a VA has changed our business, the benefits we’ve seen, the costs involved, and why it might be a smart move for you too. 

Plus, we’re excited to introduce our latest offering: Our VA Matchmaking Program! If you’re looking to hire your first VA and don’t know where to start, we’ve got you covered. Our program is designed to save you time and guide you step-by-step in finding, hiring, and onboarding the perfect assistant for your business!

Learn more about our VA Matchmaking Program here:
https://www.lawncareceo.com/vamatchmaking.html

In today’s episode, we talk with Jason Dorsey, CEO of Turf Magic, about mergers and acquisitions (M&A) for lawn care businesses. When organic growth slows down, M&A can be a great way to expand. Jason shares how he got into M&A, what to look for when buying a business, and the red flags to avoid.

Whether you’re a new business owner or looking to grow, this episode covers the basics of business acquisitions and how to decide if M&A is right for you.

Follow Turf Magic:
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/turfmagic
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/turfmagicgeorgia

In today’s video, we’re getting back to the basics of running a successful business by focusing on costs and profitability. It’s not just about bringing in revenue; you need to know how much it costs to deliver your product or service and ensure that your profits are healthy. Profitability is what allows your business to grow, avoid debt, and stay financially strong.

We’ll also talk about why it’s important to start planning your 2025 budget now. As your business grows, your systems should make you more efficient, but you need to understand the key numbers to keep things on track.

If you're currently managing your books on your own and need support, send us an email at [email protected].

In this episode, we’re joined by Jonas Olson from Turf Badger, who shares his journey of starting and growing his lawn care business. Jonas shares the importance of having a big vision, getting others to believe in it, and showing them how it can be done.

We also discuss the 4 main responsibilities of a CEO: setting the vision, building a strong team, managing money, and running good marketing! Jonas also shares valuable lessons he's learned along the way, like focusing on a smaller market before expanding and doubling down on your efforts for maximum results. Plus, we explore the latest marketing strategies, including the power of social media and how creating content can help grow your business!

Don't forget to subscribe to Jonas Olson here:
Pest Control Millionaire: https://www.youtube.com/@pestcontrolmillionaire
Turf Badger: https://www.youtube.com/@turfbadger

In today’s podcast episode, we’re talking about something many CEOs experience but rarely discuss—Chronic CEO Fatigue (CCF). It’s that feeling of being constantly overwhelmed and stressed as a business leader.

Sometimes, feeling overwhelmed comes from making your business too complex. It’s not that you can’t handle it, but the more complicated things get, the more stressful they become. Simplifying your business can help ease that burden.

If you’re dealing with Chronic CEO Fatigue, don’t be afraid to ask for help. Whether it’s from a coach, a friend, or family, getting support can make all the difference. Get to know how you can combat CCF by watching this new podcast episode—we hope this video helps you manage CCF and lead your business with more confidence.

In this episode, we sit down with Greg Harris, the founder of Leap Frog Land Care, who shares his inspiring journey from working for someone else to running his own successful company in the green industry. Greg opens up about how he built strong relationships with his former employers and how these connections helped him when he started his own business.

We will explore why building strong partnerships is so important and how these connections can have a big impact on your business. Greg also reveals his approach to building a great team and company culture, sharing when and how he started laying the groundwork for success.

Follow Leap Frog Land Care:
Facebook: www.facebook.com/leapfrogland
Website: www.leapfroglandcare.com

In this podcast episode, we’re going to help you check the health of your business. Think of us as business doctors, and your company as our patient. We’ll look at 5 Key Areas to see if your business is doing well or if it needs some help.

What We'll Cover:

1. Leadership: Are you leading your team effectively?
2. Sales/Marketing: How are you bringing in and keeping customers?
3. Team: Do you have the right people in the right jobs?
4. Finance/Bookkeeping: Is your financial setup strong and ready for growth?
5. Customer Service/Production Systems: Are your systems keeping customers happy?

By the end of this episode, you’ll know how healthy your business is and what steps you can take to make it even better. This is a great opportunity for self-assessment, especially for lawn care business leaders. Let’s get started!

Get access to our FREE Pricing Profitable Work 101 Course here:
https://www.lawncareceo.com/pricing101.html

Find out the best practices for hiring your first employee, from knowing when to hire to ensuring they are well-equipped to contribute effectively to your business. Hiring the right employee can help take your business to the next level.