Growing Green Podcast

Jeremiah Jennings
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Thanks for checking out our podcast, and welcome to the jungle! We love to hangout and have a good time while also bringing tons of value with some amazing guest interviews that we get to have. On Monday’s show, we focus on being married and running a business together as well as being parents. The journey of entrepreneurship isn’t easy and is definitely not for the faint at heart, but we are here to help you any way we can and hopefully guide you with some great principles. 

  1. 1D AGO

    How We’re Rebuilding Our Maintenance Division for 2026

    Reach Out Via Text! In this solo Wednesday episode, Jeremiah pulls back the curtain on a major shift happening inside Growing Green Landscapes’ maintenance division. After running deep analytics on man-hours, drive time, and revenue per hour, he shares why some long-time customers are being dropped — and how dialing in the right ICP (ideal client profile) is critical to scaling profitably. Jeremiah also breaks down the dangers of hidden drive time, why $63 revenue per hour isn’t scalable, and how they’re restructuring maintenance with mandatory enhancements and tighter pricing discipline. Plus, he announces the free April 10th Operations Event and shares an honest update on culture, hiring, and hitting their $1.3M revenue goal in 2026. If you're serious about tightening your operations this spring, this episode is a must-listen Sign up for Ops Event here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1980729312694?aff=oddtdtcreator Let’s build smarter this year.  Support the show 10% off LMN Software- https://lmncompany.partnerlinks.io/growinggreenpodcast Signup for our Newsletter- https://mailchi.mp/942ae158aff5/newsletter-signup Book A Consult Call-https://stan.store/GrowingGreenPodcast Lawntrepreneur Academy-https://www.lawntrepreneuracademy.com/ The Landscaping Bookkeeper-https://thelandscapingbookkeeper.com/ Instagram- https://www.instagram.com/growinggreenlandscapes/ Email-ggreenlandscapes@gmail.com Growing Green Website- https://www.growinggreenlandscapes.com/

    29 min

  2. FEB 18

    Stop Chasing Revenue and Start Protecting Margin

    Reach Out Via Text! Spring is almost here, and if you don’t get proactive right now, you’re going to feel it in your margins! In this episode, Jeremiah walks through highly actionable steps to bulletproof your landscaping business before March 1 hits — covering price increases, cash flow protection, production efficiency, and selling high-margin enhancements.  He breaks down exactly how to use real man-hour data to justify raises, why mid-season price increases hurt your brand, and how to build a scalable system targeting $100 revenue per hour and 50% gross profit.  You’ll also hear practical strategies for tightening routes, increasing lead flow, building contractor relationships, and avoiding the trap of hiring too fast during spring rush.  This is a tactical, no-fluff roadmap to starting the season strong and protecting your margins all year long! Support the show 10% off LMN Software- https://lmncompany.partnerlinks.io/growinggreenpodcast Signup for our Newsletter- https://mailchi.mp/942ae158aff5/newsletter-signup Book A Consult Call-https://stan.store/GrowingGreenPodcast Lawntrepreneur Academy-https://www.lawntrepreneuracademy.com/ The Landscaping Bookkeeper-https://thelandscapingbookkeeper.com/ Instagram- https://www.instagram.com/growinggreenlandscapes/ Email-ggreenlandscapes@gmail.com Growing Green Website- https://www.growinggreenlandscapes.com/

    36 min

  3. FEB 13

    Why Most Landscape Owners Burn Out

    Reach Out Via Text!  In this episode, I sit down with Jesus “Alex” Nieto of Highland Landscaping in Texas to unpack one of the most honest entrepreneurial journeys we’ve had on the show. Alex walked away from a six-figure refinery career with two young daughters at home to start mowing yards with a residential mower, a Ryobi weed eater, and almost no savings. After burning out and nearly shutting the business down in 2024, he made a pivotal decision to invest in himself, change his leadership style, and rebuild his company from the inside out. We talk about culture, burnout, integrating family and business, getting in the right rooms, and what it really looks like to scale from $300K to $750K the right way. If you’ve ever felt isolated, overwhelmed, or unsure whether to keep going, this one’s for you! Support the show 10% off LMN Software- https://lmncompany.partnerlinks.io/growinggreenpodcast Signup for our Newsletter- https://mailchi.mp/942ae158aff5/newsletter-signup Book A Consult Call-https://stan.store/GrowingGreenPodcast Lawntrepreneur Academy-https://www.lawntrepreneuracademy.com/ The Landscaping Bookkeeper-https://thelandscapingbookkeeper.com/ Instagram- https://www.instagram.com/growinggreenlandscapes/ Email-ggreenlandscapes@gmail.com Growing Green Website- https://www.growinggreenlandscapes.com/

    38 min

  4. FEB 11

    Scaling a Landscape Company Without Destroying Culture

    Reach Out Via Text! Recorded live in Scottsdale, Arizona, this episode dives deep into one of the hardest parts of growing a landscape business: hiring and firing. Jeremiah sits down with Brittany Auman to unpack the emotional rollercoaster of scaling from $1.2M toward $2.4M, including what went wrong when they first hired a salesperson and how using AI helped them build a real training process. They talk candidly about removing emotion from personnel decisions, protecting company culture, and why keeping the wrong person can hurt both your business and your family. Midway through, Jake Bradley of Private Paradise Landscapes joins the conversation and shares what it looked like to hire 24 employees in his first official year in business at just 18 years old. From over-hiring intentionally to building a 24-day training schedule, Jake explains why process, culture, and expectations matter more than resumes. The episode wraps with a powerful discussion on leadership, work ethic, sports, and the foundation parents lay for long-term success. If you’re wrestling with when to hire, who to hire, or how to let someone go, this one hits home. Support the show 10% off LMN Software- https://lmncompany.partnerlinks.io/growinggreenpodcast Signup for our Newsletter- https://mailchi.mp/942ae158aff5/newsletter-signup Book A Consult Call-https://stan.store/GrowingGreenPodcast Lawntrepreneur Academy-https://www.lawntrepreneuracademy.com/ The Landscaping Bookkeeper-https://thelandscapingbookkeeper.com/ Instagram- https://www.instagram.com/growinggreenlandscapes/ Email-ggreenlandscapes@gmail.com Growing Green Website- https://www.growinggreenlandscapes.com/

    41 min

  5. FEB 6

    Branding and Media for Contractors Who Want More

    Reach Out Via Text!  In this episode of the Growing Green Podcast, Jeremiah Jennings sits down with Rob Murray to talk about entrepreneurship, storytelling, and what it really takes to grow a service based business in today’s market. They discuss the challenges small business owners face in the early years and why clarity, consistency, and strong messaging matter as you scale. Rob shares insights from working with brands across the green industry and beyond, highlighting how media and positioning can accelerate growth when done correctly. This conversation is packed with practical perspective for business owners who want to grow with intention and build something that lasts.  Support the show 10% off LMN Software- https://lmncompany.partnerlinks.io/growinggreenpodcast Signup for our Newsletter- https://mailchi.mp/942ae158aff5/newsletter-signup Book A Consult Call-https://stan.store/GrowingGreenPodcast Lawntrepreneur Academy-https://www.lawntrepreneuracademy.com/ The Landscaping Bookkeeper-https://thelandscapingbookkeeper.com/ Instagram- https://www.instagram.com/growinggreenlandscapes/ Email-ggreenlandscapes@gmail.com Growing Green Website- https://www.growinggreenlandscapes.com/

    39 min

  6. FEB 4

    The Hard Truth About Leadership in Landscaping with Tommy Cole

    Reach Out Via Text! Recorded live in Scottsdale, Arizona, this episode features a deep conversation with Tommy Cole on leadership, operations, and what it really takes to build a scalable landscape business. Tommy walks through his 24 year career journey from landscape design to managing multimillion dollar construction and landscape operations, sharing the hard lessons that shaped him along the way. We dig into why most companies struggle with leadership clarity, how vision and people development drive real growth, and why operations is the hardest seat in the company. Tommy also breaks down the biggest operational mistakes he sees in the green industry, especially around sales to production handoff and labor efficiency. This conversation sets the stage for why mastering operations is the next critical step for contractors who want sustainable growth and healthier businesses. Support the show 10% off LMN Software- https://lmncompany.partnerlinks.io/growinggreenpodcast Signup for our Newsletter- https://mailchi.mp/942ae158aff5/newsletter-signup Book A Consult Call-https://stan.store/GrowingGreenPodcast Lawntrepreneur Academy-https://www.lawntrepreneuracademy.com/ The Landscaping Bookkeeper-https://thelandscapingbookkeeper.com/ Instagram- https://www.instagram.com/growinggreenlandscapes/ Email-ggreenlandscapes@gmail.com Growing Green Website- https://www.growinggreenlandscapes.com/

    31 min

  7. JAN 30

    Building Success Without Losing Your Family with Korey Ballard

    Reach Out Via Text! In this episode of the Growing Green Podcast, Jeremiah sits down with longtime friend and entrepreneur Corey Ballard for a raw and honest conversation that goes far beyond lawn care. Corey shares his journey from building and selling Perfect Cut to leading Ballard Products, while navigating identity, marriage, leadership, and fatherhood. They unpack what winning really costs, the dangers of tying your identity to business success, and how Corey’s passion for youth racing with his son has reshaped his priorities. This episode is a deep dive into consistency, humility, faith, and building a life that doesn’t fall apart while the business grows. If you are in the grind season of entrepreneurship, this conversation will challenge how you define success and what truly matters. Support the show 10% off LMN Software- https://lmncompany.partnerlinks.io/growinggreenpodcast Signup for our Newsletter- https://mailchi.mp/942ae158aff5/newsletter-signup Book A Consult Call-https://stan.store/GrowingGreenPodcast Lawntrepreneur Academy-https://www.lawntrepreneuracademy.com/ The Landscaping Bookkeeper-https://thelandscapingbookkeeper.com/ Instagram- https://www.instagram.com/growinggreenlandscapes/ Email-ggreenlandscapes@gmail.com Growing Green Website- https://www.growinggreenlandscapes.com/

    1h 12m

  8. JAN 28

    Revenue Per Hour The One Metric That Changes Everything

    Reach Out Via Text! In this episode of the Growing Green Podcast, I’m coming to you live from Scottsdale, Arizona at the LeanScaper Revenue Intensive with financial strategist Brady Crabtree. We break down why most landscape business owners feel overwhelmed by their numbers and how clarity around finances can remove chaos from your business. Brady shares his journey from sales into accounting leadership and explains why good bookkeeping is the foundation for real financial strategy. We dive deep into cash flow, forecasting, revenue per hour, and why guessing is the enemy of growth. If you want to stop flying blind, understand what your numbers are actually telling you, and build a business that grows with intention, this episode is for you. Roadmap to Ops- https://roadmap-to-ops-2026.eventbrite.com Support the show 10% off LMN Software- https://lmncompany.partnerlinks.io/growinggreenpodcast Signup for our Newsletter- https://mailchi.mp/942ae158aff5/newsletter-signup Book A Consult Call-https://stan.store/GrowingGreenPodcast Lawntrepreneur Academy-https://www.lawntrepreneuracademy.com/ The Landscaping Bookkeeper-https://thelandscapingbookkeeper.com/ Instagram- https://www.instagram.com/growinggreenlandscapes/ Email-ggreenlandscapes@gmail.com Growing Green Website- https://www.growinggreenlandscapes.com/

    42 min
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Thanks for checking out our podcast, and welcome to the jungle! We love to hangout and have a good time while also bringing tons of value with some amazing guest interviews that we get to have. On Monday’s show, we focus on being married and running a business together as well as being parents. The journey of entrepreneurship isn’t easy and is definitely not for the faint at heart, but we are here to help you any way we can and hopefully guide you with some great principles. 

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  • Creator
    Jeremiah Jennings
  • Years Active
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  • Episodes
    657
  • Rating
    Clean
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    © 2026 Growing Green Podcast
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