The RootZone Podcast

In this joint podcast with The Turf Nutrition and Management Podcast, Kevin Salters visits from Suffield, Connecticut to talk about how his passion for human nutrition helped him build his  business Root Development, knowing your limits as an owner and when to ask for help, and adapting your home life to become more environmentally friendly.  Plus, Kevin reveals what he saw at 14 years old that sold him on the lawn care industry forever! 

Providing a tick and mosquito control service?  Tick and Skeeter Deleter is an all natural repellent with an aroma even the neighbors will enjoy! Use discount code "ROOTZONE" for 5% off any purchase at YardComfort.com

In this episode, Joe from Royersford Fence Company explains how he turned a side job into a second full-time job.  We discuss work-life balance, especially when raising a family and being a teacher, and if there is such a thing as an "exit plan." Plus, where to put your advertising dollars in a world where everyone is on the Internet, and the intricacies of sharing responsibilities with you business partner! 

Call Joe for more info on Royersford Fence Co. at 610-564-1142

Providing a tick and mosquito control service?  Tick and Skeeter Deleter is an all natural repellent with an aroma even the neighbors will enjoy! Use discount code "ROOTZONE" for 5% off any purchase at YardComfort.com

In this episode, we talk to Kara and Greg Lehman, an incredible couple who are the proud owners of Kara Jo Skincare (https://www.karajoskincare.com/) and the Kara Jo Bee Farm. Our conversation takes us on their remarkable journey, starting with the discovery of a solution to Kara's personal skincare issue, which eventually blossomed into a thriving business venture. Since then, Kara and Greg have expanded their horizons, acquiring a new property to help accommodate the growing needs of their apiary, which now houses an impressive collection of over 50 bee hives. We also delve into the concept of responsible environmental stewardship, urging a shift in mindset when it comes to the products we use in the lawn care industry.  Be sure to show your support by liking, following, and exploring their pages, as they offer exceptional products and inspiring content.

https://www.youtube.com/@mindyourhivesbeekeeping

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Chris Lerch joins the podcast to discuss the origins of Hello422, launching during the pandemic to help small businesses, and leveraging social media for success. 

Justin Brown and Dan Tennity discuss their experience as line level employees, taking initiative to learn new skills, and the ways they like to be acknowledged in the workplace for a job well done. 

Bryan Swinney talks about walking away from his union job to start his own landscaping business, why the the business changed to fertilizing, and how he came to create Tick and Skeeter Deleter.

Check out Tick and Skeeter Deleter at https://yardcomfort.com

Brian has almost 30 years in the plumbing business, from the days of teaching himself on the job, now to setting others up for success.  Brian talks about his transition into the industry from Blockbuster, and the important aspects of managing employees. 

Visit Avanti at paplumbinganddrains.com

The first episode with Derek Madden, Vice President of Go Green Lawn & Pest. 

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Welcome to the RootZone Podcast with Chris Stoudt, owner of Stout Lawn Care. New episodes come out every other week!