E735. Slow Growth, High Quality: Retention Secrets of a 20-Year Legacy Contractor

Kid Contractor Podcast with Caleb Auman · Aug 27, 2026 · 53m

Adam Coupe, owner of a New York-based landscaping company discusses the operational philosophies of running a high-volume service business, including how his single crew manages 150 weekly mowing properties through route density. Coupe shares his preference for staying in the field rather than focusing on administrative tasks, emphasizing that owners should build a business structure that aligns with their personal happiness. The conversation also covers the importance of client screening, using specific equipment for finished property work, and maintaining a debt-free financial model…