GROW by Design

Jacob Godar
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Jacob Godar is an expert at scaling contractor-based businesses and the founder of GROW Comm, a private coaching group for contractors. Each week, he shares experiences, lends advice, and teaches strategies to help you achieve your next level in your life, relationships, and business.

  1. 3D AGO

    Episode 205: How Entrepreneurs Balance Family & Business Without Burning Out

    In this episode, we dive into one of the biggest challenges entrepreneurs face: juggling family and business. Building a business requires sacrifice, long hours, and constant decision-making. But if you're not careful, the pursuit of growth can slowly start taking away from the very reason you started in the first place, your family. In this conversation, we talk honestly about the reality of entrepreneurship, including the pressure of leadership, building a team, making difficult decisions, and learning how to create balance between growing your company and being present in your personal life. You'll also learn practical strategies that can help you reduce burnout, delegate effectively, and stay focused on what truly matters. This episode is especially valuable for entrepreneurs, small business owners, and leaders trying to grow their companies while maintaining strong relationships at home. What You'll Learn in This Episode Why having a clear mission is essential for entrepreneursThe hidden pressure business owners carry when leading a teamHow failing to delegate can destroy your work-life balanceWhy building the right team and systems is critical for growthThe importance of learning to say no to protect your prioritiesHow to focus on what truly matters in both business and family lifeRunning a business is a 24/7 responsibility, but it shouldn’t cost you the moments that matter most. If you're an entrepreneur trying to build a successful business without losing your family in the process, this episode is for you.

    2 sec

  2. FEB 25

    Episode 204: How to Sell More in Your Service Business | Upselling Strategies That Actually Grow Your Company

    In this episode of Grow By Design, we break down how service business owners can increase revenue without constantly chasing new customers. Learn practical upselling strategies, mindset shifts, and value-driven sales techniques that help lawn care, landscaping, home service, and contractor businesses sell more while better serving their clients. Discover how recognizing opportunities on every job, overcoming scarcity mindset, and consistently adding value can create loyal customers, referrals, and long-term business growth. How to upsell services the right way Turning existing clients into more revenue The mindset shift that improves sales instantly Real examples from lawn & landscape businesses How to create raving fans and grow faster If you run a service business and want to grow smarter, not harder, this episode is for you.

    23 min

  3. FEB 11

    Episode 203: How Client Experience Becomes Your Strongest Competitive Advantage

    Growing your business isn’t about chasing more leads, bigger jobs, or the next shiny “hack". It’s about one thing most business owners overlook: the client experience. In this episode, I break down how focusing on your client’s journey - from the first call to final payment and everything in between - creates a compounding snowball effect that drives real growth. We cover: Why “client first” doesn’t mean “customer is always right” How removing friction makes it easier for people to buy from you The real reason businesses lose clients over time Why speed, communication, and consistency matter more than marketing How systems, technology, and AI can improve customer service (not replace it) What to fix first if your business feels stuck or overwhelmed If you want more repeat customers, better reviews, higher close rates, and a business that’s easier to run - this episode is for you. 👉 The takeaway is simple but powerful: Make your business the easiest company to work with, and growth follows.

    27 min

  4. JAN 28

    Episode 202: Why Employees Quit: Company Culture, Hiring & Leadership Mistakes Killing Your Business

    In this episode of Grow by Design, we break down why great employees really leave—and how leadership, culture, and hiring decisions directly impact turnover and growth. We cover culture killers, accountability, career paths, and what business owners must fix to build teams that scale and stay.

    28 min

  5. JAN 14

    Episode 201: My Biggest Business Mistake of 2025 (And What It Cost Me)

    In this episode of Grow by Design, I break down my biggest business mistake of the year: overspending on marketing without alignment, tracking, and accountability. We talk about why “more ads” isn’t the answer, how fragmented marketing kills results, and the systems every business owner must have in place before spending another dollar. If you’re a service business owner investing in marketing—or thinking about it—this episode could save you tens of thousands of dollars.

    28 min

  6. JAN 1

    Episode 200 : kicks off 2026 with a raw, real reset.

    In this episode, I break down why pain is unavoidable—but suffering is optional. We dive into hard truths about leadership, accountability, scaling service businesses, management failures, efficiency, marketing struggles, and building a company that can survive the next economic cycle. I also share personal lessons from fitness, mindset work, Tony Robbins events, and the perspective shifts that changed how I see failure, growth, and success. This year is about real conversations, real struggles, and real growth.
 No fluff. No excuses. Just value.

    31 min

  7. 07/16/2025

    Episode 199: Why I'm Pressing Pause on the Podcast (For Now)

    In this short but important episode, I dive into the reason behind this decision and share a message that applies to every business owner: sometimes doing more doesn’t move you forward, it spreads you thin. I reflect on what it means to overcommit, how that affects leadership and life, and the power of evaluating what truly drives results. If you’ve been grinding nonstop and feel like you’re skimming across everything instead of going deep on what matters, this one’s for you.

    6 min

  8. 07/09/2025

    Episode 198: The Raw Truth Behind Our 2025 Wins and Losses

    Today I talk about the brutal, unfiltered reality of my 2025 business journey, the wins we celebrated, the losses that nearly broke me, and the leadership shifts that changed everything. This year wasn’t just another chapter; it was a true test of resilience, vision, and the willingness to own every mistake along the way. From massive financial obligations and losing key team members to building back with new systems and a stronger foundation, I’m sharing it all without sugarcoating a thing. In this episode, I dive deep into how I realized the importance of extreme ownership at a whole new level, why empowering leaders is non-negotiable for real growth, and the mindset shifts that pulled us out of the trenches. I also share my personal goals, from Ironman training to carving out family time, and how they tie directly back into becoming a stronger entrepreneur and leader. If you’re a business owner or someone fighting to push past your own limits, this episode will give you a raw, honest look at what it really takes to rebuild, recharge, and rise again.

    21 min
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Jacob Godar is an expert at scaling contractor-based businesses and the founder of GROW Comm, a private coaching group for contractors. Each week, he shares experiences, lends advice, and teaches strategies to help you achieve your next level in your life, relationships, and business.

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  • Creator
    Jacob Godar
  • Years Active
    2021 - 2026
  • Episodes
    205
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Copyright Jacob Godar
  • Show Website
    GROW by Design

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