The Landscaper's Guide to Modern Sales & Marketing

Jack Jostes
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The Landscaper's Guide to Modern Sales & Marketing

The Landscaper’s Guide To Sales and Marketing is a weekly video and podcast series dedicated to helping lawn and landscape contractors attract more of the RIGHT customers to Increase Profits + Enjoy A Better Lifestyle. Hosted by Amazon best-selling author, keynote speaker, and Ramblin Jackson CEO Jack Jostes, this show is packed full of the latest green industry sales, marketing, and business trends to keep your business growing in the right direction.

  1. 12/20/2024

    Reflecting on 2024: Business Wins, Lessons, and 2025 Goals for Landscaping Pros

    What do you want your life and business to look like next year? In this special year-end episode, Jack Jostes teams up with his longtime business coach, Wayne Herring, to reflect on the wins, challenges, and lessons of 2024. Tune in for actionable insights to help you prepare for 2025.From launching a record number of websites to leveraging AI for efficiency, Jack shares how Ramblin Jackson hit major milestones this year. Wayne also dives into the benefits of having a business coach and how i...

    51 min

  2. 12/13/2024

    Photography Hacks for Landscapers: How Wickenburg Builds Trust, Wins Awards, and Attracts Clients!

    Ever wonder what separates good landscapers from GREAT ones? Spoiler: It’s not just about cutting grass! In this episode of The Landscaper’s Guide, host Jack Jostes interviews Aaron Wolfe, owner of Wickenburg Landscape. With over 40 years of family legacy, Aaron spills the secrets to running a standout business built on punctuality, eye-catching photography, and unforgettable client relationships.Aaron isn’t your average landscaper—he’s an industry trailblazer and advocate. With decades of ex...

    31 min

  3. 12/06/2024

    Turning Fall Slumps to Year-Round Wins: Green Season’s Proven Forecasting and Service Expansion Strategies

    Ever wonder how to turn a seasonal lawn care business into a thriving operation? In this episode of The Landscaper’s Guide, Jack Jostes chats with Clint Baxter, owner of Green Seasons Lawn and Tree Service. Live from Elevate 2024, Clint shares how he’s grown from a 200-customer buyout to serving over 2,000 loyal clients.Clint reveals his strategies for tackling the highs and lows of seasonality. From managing marketing budgets to preparing for the big spring rush, he’s got tips every lawn car...

    25 min

  4. 11/29/2024

    Award-Winning Landscape Properties: How GreenWeaver Achieves National Recognition for Their Designs

    What does it take to create AWARD-WINNING landscape designs that prioritize sustainability? In this episode, join Jack Jostes at Elevate 2024 as he catches up with Ryan Snyder, General Manager of GreenWeaver Landscapes. Together, they dive into how Ryan’s team is redefining landscaping in southeastern Pennsylvania—and racking up national awards for it.GreenWeaver recently snagged a Silver and Bronze award for their incredible residential design-build projects. These accolades highlight their ...

    10 min

  5. 11/22/2024

    Landscaping in a Drought? How Colorado Experts Are Shaping Water Conservation for the Future

    Water: it’s not just life-sustaining—it’s landscape-defining. In this episode of The Landscaper’s Guide, dive into the heart of water conservation and its growing influence on the green industry. With states across the U.S. facing new challenges, how can landscapers adapt and thrive in an era of shrinking water rights and evolving policies?Meet Jacob Stankich, COO of Fisk Lawnscapes and a key member of Colorado's Urban Landscape Water Conservation Task Force. From his early landscaping days i...

    21 min

  6. 11/15/2024

    Growing the Next Generation of Green Industry Leaders with Jason Davis

    What if the future of your business was sitting in a classroom or working on a small family farm right now? In this episode of The Landscaper’s Guide, host Jack Jostes interviews Jason Davis—a farmer, educator, and lifelong advocate for agricultural education. Jason shares his unique perspective on blending teaching, farming, and building connections with the next generation.Jason runs a farm specializing in high-value crops like mums, sweet corn, and cut flowers. He explains how Facebook hel...

    13 min

  7. 11/08/2024

    From Basement Meeting to Industry Leader: The Founding Story of SIMA with Rick Kier

    Are you ready to hear how one basement meeting sparked the creation of an industry-defining association? In this episode of The Landscaper's Guide, Jack Jostes chats with Rick Kier, one of the founding members of the Snow and Ice Management Association (SIMA). Rick shares the captivating story of how eight determined individuals came together in Erie, Pennsylvania, with a vision that would eventually grow into an organization with thousands of members.Rick takes us back to his roots, starting...

    12 min

  8. 11/01/2024

    Build a Stronger Business in 2025: Scott Lesak’s Guide to Snow & Landscape Success

    Curious about what it takes to build a sustainable snow and landscape business in today’s market? In this episode of The Landscaper’s Guide, Jack Jostes sits down with Scott Lesak from Kasel Rocks Landscape Co. at the SIMA Symposium to talk about sustainable growth, the importance of continuous improvement, and how to create a team that genuinely cares about the success of the company. Scott shares the insights he’s gained from years of industry experience and the values that drive his leader...

    8 min
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The Landscaper’s Guide To Sales and Marketing is a weekly video and podcast series dedicated to helping lawn and landscape contractors attract more of the RIGHT customers to Increase Profits + Enjoy A Better Lifestyle. Hosted by Amazon best-selling author, keynote speaker, and Ramblin Jackson CEO Jack Jostes, this show is packed full of the latest green industry sales, marketing, and business trends to keep your business growing in the right direction.

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