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Trades Talk Podcast
Trades Talk Podcast is a captivating and dynamic program that is led by Justin White. He’ll delve into the triumphs of various trade industries, showcasing the successes of those who have made a significant impact. With his extensive network of industry connections, Justin provides an unparalleled view into the world of visionary leaders. Prepare to be inspired and enlightened with the trade secrets, career advice, and business tips that are shared. Make sure to have a notepad on hand, as this…
Episodes
Trades Talk PodcastThe Ownership Blueprint: How Ryan Markewich Put His Team in Charge
This week on Trades Talk, host Justin White sits down with Ryan Markewich, a Canadian landscape entrepreneur, coach, and early adopter of open book management…
Trades Talk PodcastWeekly Update #15: How AI Helped Me Reclaim 10 Hours a Week
This week on Trades Talk, host Justin White shares real-world strategies for using AI and ChatGPT to boost productivity, streamline operations, and shift from…
Trades Talk PodcastFrom Service Titan to Aspire: Eli Zevin’s Playbook for Growth
This week on Trades Talk, host Justin White sits down with Eli Zevin, General Manager of Aspire Software, to explore the power of technology, implementation…
Trades Talk PodcastWeekly Update #14: Lessons from My Father and the Fight to Keep Growing
On this weekly update on Trades Talk, host Justin White shares a personal reflection recorded on his father Kendel’s birthday. Kendel co-founded K & D…
Trades Talk PodcastJeff Harkness on Capital, Control, and Creating Real Wealth
This week on Trades Talk, host Justin White shares a powerful episode with Jeff Harkness, CEO of 3PG Advisors, focused on mergers, acquisitions, capital…
Trades Talk PodcastWeekly Update #13: Leadership, Planning, and Real Talk
This week on Trades Talk, host Justin White shares Weekly Update 13, covering how contractors are preparing for 2026, what happens when leadership systems…
Trades Talk PodcastTurf Wars: Todd Zimmerman on the Rise of Robotics and the Fall of Gas
This week on Trades Talk, host Justin White sits down with Todd Zimmerman, Head of Sales and Product Development at Kress Outdoor Power Equipment, to talk…
Trades Talk PodcastWeekly Update #12 - 6-Week Sprint, Greenius, M&A Webinar, AI Trends, Alex Hermozi New Book
Chapters 00:00 Weekly Update Kickoff 05:59 Insights from the M&A Webinar 11:32 AI and Future Trends Use code "JustinWhite" with Greenius to get 10% off your…
Trades Talk PodcastServe First, Scale Smart: Lessons from Tom Heaviland’s Journey
This week on Trades Talk, host Justin White sits down with Tom Heaviland, a landscape industry veteran whose journey began in 1985 when he bought a small…
Trades Talk PodcastWeekly Update #11 - Travel Updates, Upcoming Events, What is your focus?
In this weekly update, Justin White shares exciting developments in the landscape industry, upcoming events, personal reflections on travel and life lessons…
Trades Talk PodcastFrom Job Trailers to Visionary Leadership: Paul Voresis of Delta Landscape
This week on Trades Talk, host Justin White sits down with Paul Voresis from Delta Landscape, a second-generation landscape professional based in Sacramento…
Trades Talk PodcastWeekly Update #10: Clarity Over Chaos
This week on Trades Talk, host Justin White checks in from Lake Oroville, California, where he’s kicking off a wake surfing weekend with a 7:30 AM podcast…
Trades Talk PodcastNick Knight and Christian Padgett on Insurance That Pays You Back
This week on Trades Talk, host Justin White sits down with Nick Knight and Christian Padgett of Baldwin Group to explore how insurance can be more than a…
Trades Talk PodcastWeekly Update #9: AI, Clients, and the Fight for Profit
On this week's update, Justin White breaks down the realities of running a service-based business in today’s environment, covering AI, client accountability…
Trades Talk PodcastBuilding More Than Landscapes: How The Weller Brothers Scaled with Purpose
This week on Trades Talk, host Justin White sits down with Cole Weller, co-founder of Weller Brothers Landscape Professionals, a company that started as a high…
Trades Talk PodcastWeekly Update #8: Lawn and Landscape Tech Conference
This weekly update comes from Las Vegas, where Justin's at the Lawn and Landscape Technology Conference. The have brought together over a thousand…
Trades Talk PodcastTiffany Peters: Homegrown Leadership- Turning a Family Business Into Her Own
This week on Trades Talk, host Justin White talks with Tiffany Peters, the newly appointed President of North by Northwest, a family-owned landscaping business…
Trades Talk PodcastWeekly Update #7: Sweat Equity to Generational Wealth:
In this week’s episode of Trades Talk, Justin White delivers a direct and practical breakdown of what it takes to grow a landscaping business that is truly…
Trades Talk PodcastChristian Heaviland: From Family Roots to Private Equity Rounds
In this episode of TradesTalk, Justin White sits down with Christian Heaviland to unpack the evolution of a family landscaping business into a major…
Trades Talk PodcastWeekly Update #6: K&D Landscaping's Growth Playbook
In this week’s episode of TradesTalk, Justin White shares what’s happening behind the scenes at K&D Landscaping as the company navigates Q3 of 2025. With $20…
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Mark Sedgley: From Mowing Lawns to Merging Giants
In this episode of TradesTalk, Justin White sits down with Mark Sedgley, CEO of the newly merged LMN and SingleOps, to unpack his unexpected journey from…
Trades Talk PodcastWeekly Update #5: Own Your Three – Taking Control & Planning for Success
🎙️ Trades Talk Weekly Update #5: Own Your Three – Taking Control & Planning for Success In this week’s episode of Trades Talk, host Justin White discusses the…
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Tony Battistella: Why Human Connection Still Wins in Landscaping
In this episode of TradesTalk, Justin White sits down with Tony Battistella, the new Director of Growth at K & D Landscaping, to talk about how the industry is…
Trades Talk PodcastWeekly Update #4 - Midyear Alignment: Clarity, Culture, and Strategic Execution
In this episode of TradesTalk, Justin White breaks down why midyear alignment is a non-negotiable for business leaders looking to finish the year strong. He…
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Eugene Lee: From Financial Planner to Tech Founder
In this episode of TradesTalk, Justin sits down with Eugene Lee, a longtime financial advisor who left a cushy 5-hour workweek to build "Love Your Neighbor"—a…
Trades Talk PodcastWeekly Update #3: Inside the Kress Next Summit
In this forward-looking episode of TradesTalk, Justin White unpacks his recent visit to the Kress Next Summit in Los Angeles, where top landscapers from across…
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Meg Butterly: From Country Radio to Powering the Trades with Kress
In this episode of TradesTalk, Justin White interviews Meg Butterly, whose unconventional path took her from a Detroit bar to a career in country radio and now…
Trades Talk PodcastWeekly Update #2: Elevating The Client Experience
In this solo episode of TradesTalk, Justin White shares key lessons from a recent stay at the Ritz Carlton in Naples, Florida and how their legendary service…
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Ellen Rohr: On A Mission To Connect and Grow The Trades
In this episode of TradesTalk, Justin interviews Ellen Rohr, one of the most respected voices in the trades industry. Known for her no-nonsense approach to…
Trades Talk PodcastWeekly Update #1: Trust Is the Foundation for Growth
In this solo episode of TradesTalk, host Justin White unpacks why trust is the key to building a scalable business. Justin reflects on his own leadership…
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Maggie Wymore: A Bittersweet Farewell to Trades Talk
In this episode of TradesTalk, Justin and Maggie reflect on the end of an era as Maggie steps away from the mic after more than 60 episodes. What started over…
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Justin White: Leadership Lessons from Aviation
In this episode of TradesTalk, Justin dives into the leadership systems behind his $20 million landscaping company (K&D Landscaping) and how lessons from…
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From Mowers to Magazine Covers: The Stephens Brothers' Rise in Landscaping
In this episode of TradesTalk, Justin sits down with brothers John and Mark Stephens, co-founders of Stephens Landscaping Professionals, to talk about how two…
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Joe Lafigliola: How Process Smart Helps Your Business Grow Without the Overhead
In this episode of TradesTalk, Justin and Maggie sit down with Joe Lafigliola, founder of Process Smart, to explore how trades and service businesses can scale…
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Craig Muirhead: Building Safer, Stronger Trades Businesses
In this episode of TradesTalk, Justin and Maggie sit down with Craig Muirhead, founder of Canopy Insurance Services, to talk about what it takes to build…
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Michael Ding: How Bobyard Is Building AI Solutions For The Trades
In this episode of Trades Talk, host Justin White interviews Michael Ding, founder of Bobyard, a startup focused on leveraging AI to improve the landscaping…
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Carlos del Pozo: Solving the Hiring Crisis in the Trades with Team Engine
In this episode of TradesTalk, Justin White and Maggie Wymore sits down with Carlos del Pozo, founder of Team Engine, to dive into how technology can reshape…
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Paul Sanneman: Why You Should Never Stop Recruiting
In this episode of TradesTalk, Justin and Maggie are joined by Paul Sanneman, founder and CEO of Contractor Staffing Source, to dive into one of the most…
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Chris O'Donohue: Redefining Success Through Self-Care and Culture
In this powerful episode of TradesTalk, Justin White sits down with Chris O'Donohue owner of the Great Canadian Landscape Company, to explore how personal…
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Mike Loftus: Growth Through Acquisition without Outside Capital
In this episode of TradesTalk, Justin White sits down with Mike Loftus, founder of Connor’s Landscape, to break down how he scaled his business from a single…
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Kris Kiser: Revolutionizing EquipExpo & the Landscape Industry
In this episode of TradesTalk, Justin sits down with Kris Kiser, President & CEO of the Outdoor Power Equipment Institute (OPEI) and EquipExpo, the industry’s…
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Derek Derdivanis: 7 Powerful Secrets to Building a Thriving Business
In this episode of TradeTalk, host Justin White interviews Derek Derdivanis, a seasoned entrepreneur and Vistage coach, who shares his insights on the seven…
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How Top Green is Revolutionizing Efficiency in the Trades Industry
In this episode of TradesTalk, Justin White is joined by industry veterans Bryan Mours and Sean Eddy to discuss the role of technology and innovation in…
Trades Talk Podcast20 minutes On How To Achieve Success in 2025 with Justin White
Disruptors Link: https://www.skool.com/disruptors/about In this episode, Justin White underscores how a clear vision and consistent communication keep teams…
Trades Talk PodcastJohn Pajak: Secrets to Building a Profitable Contracting Business
Interested in Joining the Disruptors?! Link Here: Join Here Co-host Maggie Wymore and Justin White have on special guest John Pajak, host of the Profits with…
Trades Talk PodcastJames Szojka: How Yard Dawgs is Dominating Lawn Care and Their Plan For Rapid Growth
In this episode of TradesTalk, Justin and Maggie sit down with James, founder of Yard Dawgs Lawn Care, to explore how he turned his Calgary-based lawn care…
Trades Talk PodcastChase Gallagher: Landscape Biz Owner, Real Estate Investor and Private Jet Enthusiastic
In this episode of TradesTalk, Justin and Maggie are joined by Chase Gallagher, a 23-year-old entrepreneur who turned a lawn-mowing gig into a 7-Figure…
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John Vlay: A Career Fueled by Partnerships & Connection
In this episode of TradesTalk, Justin and Maggie sit down with John Vlay, a seasoned leader in the landscape industry, to explore his impressive career and his…
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Trades Talk Rewind: A Year of Insights, Highlights, and a Big Reveal!
A special episode drop, with some exciting news!
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Mark Tipton & Whitney Griffin: How Aspire is Revolutionizing the Landscape Industry with Innovation
In this episode of TradesTalk, CEO and co-founder Mark Tipton and Senior Product Owner Whitney Griffin take us through Aspire’s incredible 11-year journey…
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Jason & Tony Batallan: Building a $35M Landscape Empire from the Ground Up
In this episode of Trades Talk, Justin sits down with Jason and Tony Batallan, the founders of Property Works, a $35 million commercial landscape empire. The…
Trades Talk PodcastMatt Budnick: How Cam Property Services Is Redefining Recurring Revenue In California
In this episode, TradesTalk welcomes Matt Budnick, Director of Key Accounts at Cam Property Services, to discuss his role in managing key clients and Cam's…
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Greg Herring: Unlock the Secrets to Skyrocketing Profits and Free Time
In this episode of TradesTalk, Justin and Maggie sit down with Greg Herring, founder of The Herring Group, to reveal the secrets to boosting profits and…
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Barry Schulman: Revolutionizing Hiring with the Predictive Index
In this episode of TradesTalk, Justin and Maggie sit down with Barry Schulman to explore the transformative power of the Predictive Index (PI) in the hiring…
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Justin & Maggie: Labor Challenges, Technology, Economic Headwinds and more!
In this insightful episode of "Trades Talk," hosts Maggie and Justin delve into the unexpected obstacles facing the trades industry, providing practical advice…
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Hilani Ellis: Unlocking Time and Potential with Executive Admins
In this transformative episode of Trades Talk, we delve into the art of unlocking time and potential with the guidance of Hilani Ellis, founder of Exceptional…
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Matt Garrett: Managing Money and Increasing Profits in the Trades
In this insightful episode of TradesTalk, hosts Justin and Maggie are joined by Matt Garrett, Founder and CEO of TGG Accounting, to delve into the critical…
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Justin & Maggie: Navigating Industry Events, High Growth Teams, and Seasonal Business Challenges
In this episode of Trades Talk, join hosts Justin and Maggie as they dive into a rich discussion on three pivotal topics for professionals in the trades…
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Scott Crawford: Financial Mastery In The Trades Industry
In this episode of Trades Talk, we sit down with Scott Crawford, Partner and New Business Development expert at Preferred CFO. Scott brings a wealth of…
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Coray Grove: Enhancing Employee Experience Through Tech-Driven HR Solutions
In this episode of “Trades Talk,” we sit down with Coray Grove, Chief Revenue Officer at Innova Payroll. Coray brings a wealth of experience in payroll and…