The Hard Lessons Podcast

Charlie Kerrigan

Welcome to The Hard Lessons Podcast, where we unravel the threads of motivation, perspectives, and the future of our next generation.

  1. #43 - From $0 to$60K in One Month: The Secrets Behind Phil Gauthier's LED Lighting Business Success!

    FEB 11

    #43 - From $0 to$60K in One Month: The Secrets Behind Phil Gauthier's LED Lighting Business Success!

    Join us in this exciting episode of the Hard Lessons Podcast as host Charlie Kerrigan interviews Phil Gauthier, the mastermind behind Toronto Glow, a booming LED lighting business. Phil shares his incredible journey from struggling entrepreneur to achieving$60,000 in sales in just one month! In this episode, you'll discover: The hard lessons Phil learned from his failed fitness studio venture.How he leveraged his experience with StudentWorks to kickstart his new business.The importance of effective marketing strategies, including Facebook ads and customer acquisition.Insights into building a strong team and the significance of hiring the right talent.Tips on maintaining high-quality service and communication with clients.Whether you're an aspiring entrepreneur or a seasoned business owner, Phil's story is packed with valuable insights and actionable advice that can help you turn your hard lessons into stepping stones for success. Don't miss out on this inspiring conversation!

    56 min
  2. #42 - From 20-Hour Snow Shifts to McDonald's Coffee Runs: Real Talk with a Landscape Crew 🌨️

    FEB 5

    #42 - From 20-Hour Snow Shifts to McDonald's Coffee Runs: Real Talk with a Landscape Crew 🌨️

    In this candid roundtable discussion, the VI Landscaping team opens up about their journey building a successful landscape operation. From managing snow removal operations to developing effective training systems, the crew shares both their struggles and triumphs. Key Discussion Points: Evolution of team communication and systemsManaging snow removal operationsTraining and onboarding challengesTeam building and motivation strategiesTips for success in the landscape industryThis episode provides valuable insights for both industry veterans and newcomers, combining practical business advice with entertaining real-world stories from the field.

    1h 5m
  3. From Broke Kid to $40M Exit: The Raw Truth About What It Really Takes | Aaron Spivak

    JAN 28

    From Broke Kid to $40M Exit: The Raw Truth About What It Really Takes | Aaron Spivak

    Aaron Spivak, Forbes 30 Under 30 entrepreneur and founder of Hush Blankets, shares his journey from starting a party bus company at age 13 to selling his sleep company for $40M. He discusses the real cost of success, finding true purpose beyond money, and building what he calls "the blue zone of entrepreneurship." Key Insights: The difference between being interested versus committed in businessHow to earn authentic confidence through preparationFinding purpose beyond financial successBuilding genuine networks through giving firstTreating business like professional sportsThe importance of visualization and goal setting

    1h 4m
  4. #40 - My First Keynote - Prioritizing health to optimize output as a business owner

    JAN 21

    #40 - My First Keynote - Prioritizing health to optimize output as a business owner

    Charlie Kerrigan, founder and president of VIL Landscaping, delivers a compelling keynote at Landscape Ontario, sharing his journey from a 10-year-old with a push mower to running a successful landscape business. His presentation focuses on five critical elements of business success: health optimization, production maximization, vision clarity, purpose discovery, and professional development. Charlie's raw, authentic approach to business growth and personal development offers valuable insights for entrepreneurs at any stage. Keywords: young entrepreneur, landscape business, business growth, success mindset, professional development, health optimization, business clarity, purpose-driven business, entrepreneurship journey

    36 min
  5. #39 Part 2 - I Disrupted An Entire Industry And Everyone F*cking Hated Me' | Matthew Morehouse

    JAN 14

    #39 Part 2 - I Disrupted An Entire Industry And Everyone F*cking Hated Me' | Matthew Morehouse

    In part two of our explosive conversation with Matthew Morehouse, we dive deep into the psychological warfare of business domination. Matt reveals how he turned industry hatred into market control, manipulated competitor dynamics, and built an empire through strategic chaos. This episode exposes the dark underbelly of entrepreneurship - from sabotage attempts by competitors to psychological manipulation of market forces. Matt shares how living off-grid in an A-frame house helps him view his business like a video game, allowing him to make calculated moves without emotional attachment. Key Revelations: How he leveraged negative press to become a household nameThe strategic use of subcontractors to control market shareWhy he maintains distance from his operationThe real reason behind rejecting mainstream attentionHow industry sabotage made him strongerThe psychology of market disruptionWARNING: Contains explicit language and raw business tactics that some listeners may find controversial. Duration: 1:00:00 Guest: Matthew Morehouse Host: Charlie

    1h 5m
  6. #39 Pt. 1 - How Matt Morehouse Built a 700-Client Business in One Year

    JAN 7

    #39 Pt. 1 - How Matt Morehouse Built a 700-Client Business in One Year

    In this episode of Hard Lessons, host Charlie sits down with Matt Morehouse, who transformed his childhood passion for tractors into a thriving snow removal business in Eastern Canada. Matt shares his remarkable journey from being a top student headed to medical school to building (and nearly losing) a massive snow removal operation. He opens up about the painful lessons learned from scaling too quickly, dealing with equipment debt, managing difficult clients, and how divine intervention through a local business mentor helped save his company. This raw and honest conversation covers everything from the nitty-gritty of snow removal operations to navigating business finances and customer expectations.

    59 min
  7. #38 - Mowing Lawns to Managing $15M in Real Estate: A 33-Year-Old's Empire | Lukcas Iraola

    2024-12-31

    #38 - Mowing Lawns to Managing $15M in Real Estate: A 33-Year-Old's Empire | Lukcas Iraola

    Lucas Iraola, founder of Home Keys Landscaping and Real Estate, shares how he's building a business empire in Washington DC. After selling his first landscaping company to pursue real estate, he came full circle by purchasing his father's landscaping business and implementing modern systems to drive explosive growth. Key insights: How he transformed a pen-and-paper business into a scalable operationCreating unique incentive programs to build company cultureStructuring SBA loans for business acquisitions with minimal money downManaging the growth of multiple businesses simultaneouslyBalancing rapid expansion while maintaining service qualityBuilding systems that support both real estate and landscaping operationsA must-listen for service business owners looking to modernize operations and scale through strategic acquisitions.

    33 min
  8. #37 PT.2 - Stop Taking Anxiety Pills Until You Hear This | Julian Brass

    2024-12-24

    #37 PT.2 - Stop Taking Anxiety Pills Until You Hear This | Julian Brass

    Julian Brass, bestselling author and wellness expert, reveals how he transformed from a stressed-out tech CEO to helping successful men achieve total life transformation. He shares insights from his bestselling book "Own Your Anxiety" and explains why anxiety is actually a compass pointing us toward necessary life changes. Key insights: Why anxiety is often a signal of misalignment in your lifeThe three C's of transformation: Content, Coaching, CommunityHow to use the "Lion's Mind" to overcome self-sabotageThe importance of purpose in sustainable transformationWhy you can't lose unless you give upPerfect for entrepreneurs, executives, and anyone looking to transform anxiety into their competitive edge while building a healthier, more aligned life.

    27 min
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Welcome to The Hard Lessons Podcast, where we unravel the threads of motivation, perspectives, and the future of our next generation.

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  • Creator
    Charlie Kerrigan
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2025
  • Episodes
    50
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Charlie Kerrigan 2024
  • Show Website
    The Hard Lessons Podcast