Backyard Conversations with Craig Sheller

Craig Sheller
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Backyard Conversations is hosted by Craig Sheller, owner of Sheller Outdoor Living in Kansas City, MO. Craig has learned many lessons over the years on what works best in business and what not to do in business. As he continues to hone his craft and educate others, this podcast exists to elevate the Outdoor Living Industry as Craig shares his years of experience and brings you interviews with other experts in the field hopefully helping you in your business.

  1. 05/16/2023

    Ep 15. Talking Shop with John Siegers

    Today on Backyard Conversations we have John Siegers with Signature Landscape Corp.  Craig and John discuss the Challenges of Running a Small Business, Letting Go and Transferring Responsibility to Employees, Equipment Maintenance, and Goals for the Future. Follow Signature Landscape Corp Instagram https://www.instagram.com/signaturelandscapecorp/   Follow Backyard Conversations Instagram https://www.instagram.com/backyard.conversations/ YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@backyardconversations

    1h 1m

  2. 05/02/2023

    Ep 14. My Story with Craig Sheller

    Today on Backyard Conversations Craig shares his story and experiences in the Green Industry that goes back to the Mid 90's.  Craig has owned multiple businesses and worked for other installation companies as well as held roles in Distribution and Manufacturing.  Craig wants to share his Experiences and Challenges with others in hopes that it will help elevate the Industry.   Follow Backyard Conversations Instagram https://www.instagram.com/backyard.conversations/ YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@backyardconversations

    54 min

  3. 04/18/2023

    Ep 13. The Advantage of Tiltrotators with Christian Yanes.

    Today on Backyard Conversations we have Christian Yanes from Steelwrist North America.  Craig and Christian discuss the History of tiltrotators, their features and benefits, available work tools, and the future of tiltrotators.   Follow Steelwrist Instagram https://www.instagram.com/steelwrist_official/ https://www.instagram.com/steelwrist_northamerica/ Youtube https://www.youtube.com/@steelwrist   More information about Steelwrist https://steelwrist.com/en-us/   Follow Backyard Conversations Instagram https://www.instagram.com/backyard.conversations/ YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@backyardconversations

    1h 2m

  4. 04/04/2023

    Ep 12. Embracing Technology with Jeremy Swihart

    Jeremy Swihart with JSquared Outdoor joins Backyard Conversations on today's Episode.  Jeremy and Craig discuss new technologies that are available to the Landscape industry and how Jeremy is embracing and using technology to propel his business, and be more efficient and precise.  They also discuss a few takeaways from ConExpo 2023 in Las Vegas! Follow JSquared Outdoors Instagram https://www.instagram.com/jsquaredoutdoor/ Youtube https://www.youtube.com/@jeremyswihart   More information on our Sponsor - SynkedUp https://synkedup.com/?fpr=sheller Follow SynkedUp on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/synkedup/?hl=en   Follow Backyard Conversations Instagram https://www.instagram.com/backyard.conversations/ YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@backyardconversations

    53 min

  5. 03/28/2023

    Ep 11. Bonus Conversation - Lights and Life with Jim Frederick

    On Today's episode, Craig talks with Jim Frederick from Tru-Scapes Outdoor Lighting.  Jim has a long history in the industry and offers great support in the Landscape Lighting field. Craig and Jim discuss how they met and built a relationship that has formed into a partnership, as well as the lighting industry, the need for education, and adding lighting as an additional offering in a Hardscape business.    Thank you to Tru-Scapes Outdoor Lighting for supporting Backyard Conversations as Today's Sponsor!    Connect with Tru-Scapes https://tru-scapes.com/ https://www.instagram.com/truscapeslighting/ https://www.youtube.com/@truscapes/videos   Follow Sheller Outdoor Living https://www.instagram.com/shelleroutdoorliving/ https://www.youtube.com/@ShellerOutdoorLivingLLC   Follow Backyard Conversations https://www.instagram.com/backyard.conversations/ https://www.youtube.com/@backyardconversations

    1h 2m

  6. 03/21/2023

    Ep 10. Equipment and Employee Retention with Evan from Pride Hardscape.

    On Today's episode, Craig talks with Evan Newcombe from Pride Hardscape.  They discuss the importance of Equipment and how it relates to Employee Retention and Efficiency.    Thank you to CMP Attachments for supporting Backyard Conversations as Today's Sponsor!    Connect with CMP Attachments www.cmpattachments.com https://www.instagram.com/cmpattachments/ https://www.youtube.com/@cmpattachmentsllc   Follow Sheller Outdoor Living https://www.instagram.com/shelleroutdoorliving/ https://www.youtube.com/@ShellerOutdoorLivingLLC   Follow Backyard Conversations https://www.instagram.com/backyard.conversations/ https://www.youtube.com/@backyardconversations

    1 hr

  7. 03/07/2023

    Ep 09. Attachments and Equipment with CMP Attachments

    On Today's episode, Craig talks with Derek Kent and Olaf Edgar with CMP Attachments.  They discuss the history of CMP, the Attachments and Equipment they offer, and the importance of always improving as a business and industry. CMP manufactures all types of Specialty Attachments and Equipment for a wide range of Machines.   Thank you to CMP Attachments for supporting Backyard Conversations as Today's Sponsor!    Connect with CMP Attachments www.cmpattachments.com https://www.instagram.com/cmpattachments/ https://www.youtube.com/@cmpattachmentsllc   Follow Sheller Outdoor Living https://www.instagram.com/shelleroutdoorliving/ https://www.youtube.com/@ShellerOutdoorLivingLLC   Follow Backyard Conversations https://www.instagram.com/backyard.conversations/ https://www.youtube.com/@backyardconversations

    54 min

  8. 02/21/2023

    Ep 08. "A Conversation in Phoenix, AZ " with Nolan Sayles and Dan Harner

    On Today's episode, Craig talks with Nolan Sayles and Dan Harner with Belgard Phoenix, AZ.  They discuss Climate, Soil Differences, and Installation Challenges in Phoenix compared to other areas in the US, as well as opportunities for Contractors to Differentiate themselves in a Production Based Market.   Thank you to Belgard for supporting Backyard Conversations as Today's Sponsor! See What Belgard Has to Offer www.Belgard.com https://www.facebook.com/outdoorlivingbybelgard https://www.instagram.com/belgardoutdoorliving/ Follow Sheller Outdoor Living https://www.instagram.com/shelleroutdoorliving/ https://www.youtube.com/ShellerOutdoorLivingLLC Follow Backyard Conversations https://www.instagram.com/backyard.conversations/ https://www.youtube.com/@backyardconversations

    45 min
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Backyard Conversations is hosted by Craig Sheller, owner of Sheller Outdoor Living in Kansas City, MO. Craig has learned many lessons over the years on what works best in business and what not to do in business. As he continues to hone his craft and educate others, this podcast exists to elevate the Outdoor Living Industry as Craig shares his years of experience and brings you interviews with other experts in the field hopefully helping you in your business.

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