Side Hustle Squad

Mike Garvey

Welcome to the Side Hustle Squad Podcast with your host, Mike Garvey! My goal is to provide entrepreneurs with all the tools and resources they need to start and succeed in the lawn care industry on the side while working a full-time career. Whether you're a seasoned pro or just starting out, or thinking about taking the leap into starting a business, this podcast will help you build and grow. Guests from the green industry and beyond will be on the show to share their experiences and advice. I provide in-depth interviews with successful entrepreneurs, offering insight into what it takes to succeed in running a business. I will also discuss the various aspects of the lawn care industry, from equipment and industry trends to stories and experiences from my own lawn care business successes and failures. You will leave each episode feeling informed, empowered, and ready to hustle. No matter what stage of the journey you're in, the Side Hustle Squad is here to help you succeed. Tune in every week for the latest interviews, tips, tricks, and advice for growing your business.

  1. 4 dgn geleden

    Ep 354. Build It to Sell: Creating a Business That Can Thrive Without You!

    Recorded live from Pod Row at the Lawn & Landscape Technology Conference, sponsored by LCR Summit, Mike Garvey sits down with Eric Triplett to tackle a question every business owner eventually faces: What's your exit strategy? From building a company that's dependent on you to creating one that's actually valuable enough to sell, Mike and Eric discuss what it takes to build a business with the future in mind. Eric also shares how his perspective on ownership, leadership, and long-term planning has shifted over the past year—and why those changes are influencing the decisions he's making today. Whether you're planning to sell, pass your business on, or simply build something that gives you more freedom, this conversation will challenge the way you think about the end goal of entrepreneurship. 🔗 Important Links & Resources 🎙 Side Hustle Squad on Instagram @sidehustlesquadpodcast ROPED on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/roped.us/  🌱 Coastal Fertilization on Instagram @coastalfertilization 💻 Branded Bull Website Design Visit BrandedBull.com 📋 Get Jobber – 20% Off for 6 Months Sign Up Here 🏗 EQUIP Exposition — Save 50% Register Now Use promo code: SIDEHUSTLE at checkout 👟 Save 10% on KUJO Yardwear Shop Now Discount automatically applies 📅 LiveSwitch Book a Demo 📬 PostcardMania Learn More 💵 Relay – Powerful Business Banking for Small Business Owners Learn More 💵 Lawntrapreneur Academy Live (Nov 7-8, 2026) – Learn what's actually working from top-performing lawn care pros. Learn More PermaGreen – Triumph Ride-On Spreader Sprayer Learn More

  2. 6 dgn geleden

    Ep 353. PodHouse Scottsdale Presented by Permagreen: Bringing the Podcast Studio to Lawn & Landscape Technology Conference!

    PodHouse is headed to the Lawn & Landscape Technology Conference in Scottsdale, Arizona! In this episode, I break down what makes this event such a valuable gathering for the green industry, why we're bringing the PodHouse experience on the road, and what attendees can expect. I also share why we're excited to have PermaGreen as our presenting sponsor and how their support is helping us capture the biggest conversations in landscaping, technology, and entrepreneurship. If you're coming to Scottsdale, be sure to stop by and say hello, we'll be recording all week! 🔗 Important Links & Resources 🎙 Side Hustle Squad on Instagram @sidehustlesquadpodcast ROPED on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/roped.us/  🌱 Coastal Fertilization on Instagram @coastalfertilization 💻 Branded Bull Website Design Visit BrandedBull.com 📋 Get Jobber – 20% Off for 6 Months Sign Up Here 🏗 EQUIP Exposition — Save 50% Register Now Use promo code: SIDEHUSTLE at checkout 👟 Save 10% on KUJO Yardwear Shop Now Discount automatically applies 📅 LiveSwitch Book a Demo 📬 PostcardMania Learn More 💵 Relay – Powerful Business Banking for Small Business Owners Learn More 💵 Lawntrapreneur Academy Live (Nov 7-8, 2026) – Learn what's actually working from top-performing lawn care pros. Learn More PermaGreen – Triumph Ride-On Spreader Sprayer Learn More

  3. 16 jul

    Ep 352. AI Isn't Replacing You. It's Replacing the Person Who Doesn't Use It!

    AI is changing business faster than almost any technology we've seen—but it's not here to replace entrepreneurs. It's here to make them better. In this episode, I break down how I'm using AI across my businesses to save time, improve marketing, create content, streamline operations, and make better decisions. We also talk about where AI falls short, why human relationships still matter, and how small business owners can start using AI today without feeling overwhelmed. If you've been curious about AI but aren't sure where to start, this episode will give you practical ideas you can implement right away to stay ahead of the competition.   🔗 Important Links & Resources 🎙 Side Hustle Squad on Instagram @sidehustlesquadpodcast ROPED on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/roped.us/  🌱 Coastal Fertilization on Instagram @coastalfertilization 💻 Branded Bull Website Design Visit BrandedBull.com 📋 Get Jobber – 20% Off for 6 Months Sign Up Here 🏗 EQUIP Exposition — Save 50% Register Now Use promo code: SIDEHUSTLE at checkout 👟 Save 10% on KUJO Yardwear Shop Now Discount automatically applies 📅 LiveSwitch Book a Demo 📬 PostcardMania Learn More 💵 Relay – Powerful Business Banking for Small Business Owners Learn More 💵 Lawntrapreneur Academy Live (Nov 7-8, 2026) – Learn what's actually working from top-performing lawn care pros. Learn More

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Welcome to the Side Hustle Squad Podcast with your host, Mike Garvey! My goal is to provide entrepreneurs with all the tools and resources they need to start and succeed in the lawn care industry on the side while working a full-time career. Whether you're a seasoned pro or just starting out, or thinking about taking the leap into starting a business, this podcast will help you build and grow. Guests from the green industry and beyond will be on the show to share their experiences and advice. I provide in-depth interviews with successful entrepreneurs, offering insight into what it takes to succeed in running a business. I will also discuss the various aspects of the lawn care industry, from equipment and industry trends to stories and experiences from my own lawn care business successes and failures. You will leave each episode feeling informed, empowered, and ready to hustle. No matter what stage of the journey you're in, the Side Hustle Squad is here to help you succeed. Tune in every week for the latest interviews, tips, tricks, and advice for growing your business.

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