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Side Hustle Squad
Welcome to the Side Hustle Squad Podcast with your host, Mike Garvey! My goal is to provide entrepreneurs with all the tools and resources they need to start and succeed in the lawn care industry on the side while working a full-time career. Whether you're a seasoned pro or just starting out, or thinking about taking the leap into starting a business, this podcast will help you build and grow. Guests from the green industry and beyond will be on the show to share their experiences and advice. I…
Episodes
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Ep 138. Heat Stress, PITA Customers, Shop Build Update and Preview of What's to Come!
On this episode, Mike discusses all the new things going on with the shop build at Coastal HQ. Also, Mike talks about pain in the ass customers, when to get…
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Ep 137. Check Out Mike's Interview on the LCR Media Podcast and Buy Your LCR Summit Tickets NOW for Early-Bird Pricing!
On this episode, Mike shares his appearance on Naylor's LCR Podcast! Mike talks with Naylor about his upcoming LCR Summit in Louisville, KY, right before EQUIP…
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Ep 136. Key Points to Consider When Starting a Side Hustle!
On this episode, Mike discusses some key things to consider when starting a new side hustle. Mike discusses work-life balance, learning new skills, and time…
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Ep 135. Jorge Sanchez: Leaving Firefighting for Full Time Career in Lawn Care!
On this episode, Mike and Larry sit down with George Sanchez to talk about him leaving firefighting after six years to pursue a career in lawn care and…
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Ep 134. Finding the Customers You Want and When to Say No!
On this episode, Mike and Larry talk about finding the ideal customers as they gain experience from negative interactions. Larry talks about how to say "No" to…
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Ep 133. Strategies on Preventing Burnout and Fatigue!
On this episode, Mike talks about ways of preventing burnout and fatigue after the spring rush. Mike talks about delegating, taking time to decompress and…
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Ep 132. Helpful Tips to Prevent Theft of Tools, Mowers and Equipment!
On this episode, Mike talks about ways to prevent theft of tools and equipment. Mike talks about a recent case where a contractor used Apple AirTags on his…
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Ep 131. Congratulations to Paul Jamison on His 5th Book: How to Build a Thriving Lawn Care Business: Smart Strategies to Achieve Maximum Profits!
On this episode, Mike talks about Paul Jamison's release of his 5th book! Congratulations to Paul on this huge milestone. Mike also gives updates on Coastal…
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Ep 130. EQUIP is Offering Pesticide Classes! Time to Consider Adding Weed Control!
On this episode, Mike is excited to announce that EQUIP has added a new Certification Center to be held during the award-winning, blockbuster trade show…
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Ep 129. New Coastal Fertilization Headquarters! The Start of Our Shop Build!
On this episode, Mike is excited to announce that Coastal Fertilization has a new Headquarters! For the past year, Mike and Larry have been going through the…
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Ep 128. The Advantages of Using Jobber over Pen and Paper or Your Old CRM!
On this episode, Mike talks about the benefits of Jobber. Mike talks about enhancing the customer experience through communication and making their experience…
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Ep 127. Tips for Staying Focused When Completing Estimates, Emails and Other Administrative Tasks!
On this episode, Mike sits down and talks about some tips for staying focused while behind the desk. This is not always easy, but by creating routines and a…
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Ep 126. Google Business Profile: A Negative Review Can Be Positive!
In this episode, Mike talks about the importance of having a Google Business Profile, formally known as Google My Business. Also, if you get a bad review it's…
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Ep 125. Lawn Care Van Review: A Report on Using the Van in the Field!
On this episode, Mike and Larry discuss how the new Ford Transit Van is working out in the field. Larry discusses the setup and how the response has been to…
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Ep 124. The Side Hustle Squad is Going to POD-ROW at EQUIP!
On the episode, Mike and Larry discuss their upcoming travel to EQUIP and have an exciting announcement. The SHS podcast is going on the road to POD-ROW…
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Ep 123. Vinny Ferriero: Owner of VCuts Landscaping and Lawn Care!
On this episode, Mike and Larry sit down with Vinny Ferriero, owner of VCuts Landscaping in Toms RIver, NJ. Vinny started with Larry's Company, Amazing…
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Ep 122. Hiring, Recruiting and Interviewing! I Want to Hear From YOU!
In this episode. Mike talks about recent hiring processes and recruiting new employees. Mike also discusses some interview questions he asks when interviewing…
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Ep 121. Steve Serbo from Lakeshore Landscaping in Brick, NJ Part 2!
On this episode, Mike and Larry continue the discussion with Steve Serbo. Part 1 is episode 120. https://www.instagram.com/sidehustlesquadpodcast/…
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Ep 120. He's Back! Fan Favorite Steve Serbo from Lakeshore Landscaping in Brick, NJ! Part 1
On this episode, Mike and Larry sit down with Steve Serbo to check in and see how his season has been going during the spring rush. Steve has been a repeat…
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Ep 119. Checking in with Larry Delli Santi During the Spring Rush of 2024!
On this episode, Mike catches up with his partner and co-host, Larry Delli Santi to see what's going on during the spring rush with both Amazing Creations and…
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Ep 118. Adding Mosquito, Tick and Fly Control to Your Services!
On this episode, Mike discusses adding Mosquito, Tick and Fly Control to your services. Mike discusses how these services fill in down time, solves problems…
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Ep 117. Thinking of Adding a New Service? Use These Helpful Tips!
On this episode, Mike talks about some helpful tips to adding a new service to your business. From research and development, to starting small and marketing to…
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Ep 116. Strategies for Handling Customer Service Issues and Complaints in 2024!
On this episode, Mike discusses handling customer complaints in the lawn care industry. Mike talks about some strategies and techniques that he has come to…
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Ep 115. Let's Talk About Vehicles! We got a New VAN!
On this episode, Mike discusses the current status of the Coastal Fertilization fleet and how it"s growing and evolving. The business recently acquired a Ford…
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Ep 114. EQUIP Expo Registration is Open!
On this episode, Mike talks about EQUIP, the annual landscaping and lawn care trade show in Louisville, KY. EQUIP has been making improvements in the West Wing…
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Ep 113. Vince Doell: Keepin It Green Landscaping 2024 Spring Update!
On this episode, Mike and Larry sit down with Vince Doell from Keepin It Green Landscaping from Lacey Township, NJ. Vince provides updates and changes that…
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Ep 112. A Real Talk about Mental Health with Devin Mesenko, Licensed Professional Therapist, Mental Health Professional!
On this episode, Mike and Larry sit down with Devin Mesenko, a Licensed Professional Therapist. Devin talks about ways to manage stress, the importance of…
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Ep 111. Helpful Tips to Staying Organized During the Spring Rush!
On this episode, Mike and Larry discuss ways to stay organized during the spring rush. From building a calendar, to having an equipment maintenance schedule…
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Ep 110. Kicking off the 2024 Season: Some Changes, New Beginnings and Getting in the Field!
In this episode, Mike And Larry discuss the start of the 2024 Season. They discuss how the start went, some obstacles, and some equipment breakdowns. Larry and…
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Ep 109. Apply to Jobber Grants to Get 10k!!
On this episode, Mike talks about the Jobber Grants Launch. Jobber Grants is an annual grants program built to recognize excellence in-home service. New this…
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Ep 108. Pete's Lawn Service: Hanging with Pete Dacenko! (Part 2)
On this episode, Mike and Larry sit down with Pete Dacenko, owner and operator of Pete's Lawn Service in Toms River, NJ. Pete shares his journey of how he…
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Ep 107. Pete's Lawn Service: Hanging with Pete Dacenko! (Part 1)
On this episode, Mike and Larry sit down with Pete Dacenko, owner and operator of Pete's Lawn Service in Toms River, NJ. Pete shares his journey of how he…
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Ep 106. Lamont "The People's Champ" Hairston: Thoughts and Takeaways from the LCL Conference!
Mike and Larry sit down with the fan favorite, Lamont Hairston, to get his thoughts and takeaways from the Lawn Care Life Conference in Alabama. Lamont shares…
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Ep 105. Perry "Man on the Street" Philips: Our SHS Corespondent in the Field at the Lawn Care Life Conference!
On today's episode, Mike and Larry check in with their friend, Perry Philips, owner of Yellow Dog Lawn Care. Mike and Larry talk about the Lawn Care Life…
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Ep 104. Advantages of Having a Google My Business Page!
In Part 2, Larry and Mike further discuss the importance of having a Google My Business Page and the need for checking your website links, phone numbers, and…
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Ep 103. Lowlight Reel: Our Google My Business Page is all Jacked Up
In this episode, Mike and Larry discuss a recent marketing call they had with a consultant and how they discovered they have two Google My Business pages. Mike…
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Ep 102. Now is the Time to Change Your Customer Relationship Software to JOBBER!
In this episode, Mike and Larry discuss making the change to Jobber and how Jobber has changed the business for the better. If you are thinking about making…
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Ep 101. Central Turf and Irrigation Supply: Our Number One Distributor!
In this episode, Mike and Larry talk about their distributor, Central Turf and Irrigation Supply, and the positive experience that they have had with them over…
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Ep 100. Andrew Martinez: Lonestar Lawn Talk Podcast and Southern Sons Landscape Management!
On Larry and Mike's 100th episode, they sit down with Andrew Martinez! Andrew, Mike, and Larry have become good friends attending EQUIP and the LCR Media…
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Ep 99. Marcus Tate: Owner Operator of Seeds Landscaping!
On this episode, Mike and Larry sit down with Marcus Tate from Seeds Lawn Care in South Carolina. Mike and Larry recently met Marcus and his wife at the LCR…
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Ep 98. Lawn Care Law School: Snow Removal and Things to Consider!
On this episode, Mike sits down again with his dad, Mr. Joseph J. Garvey, Esq. to talk about snow removal. Mike and Mr. Garvey discuss issues that will arise…
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Ep 97. Getting Your Business Organized in the Off-Season- Part 2!
On this episode, Mike talks about some different topics he is looking at getting organized over the winter months! From community involvement to long-term…
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Ep 96. Getting Your Business Organized in the Off-Season- Part 1!
On this episode, Mike talks about some different topics he is looking at getting organized over the winter months! From marketing and advertising to updating…
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Ep 95. Mission Lawn Service: Daniel Tyer, Retired Career Army Veteran, Father, Husband and Business Owner
On this episode, Mike and Larry sit down with a new friend, Daniel Tyer of Mission Lawn Care. Mike, Larry, and Daniel have attended a few events with each…
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Ep 94. Team Meetings: Crafting Success Through Strategic Team Gatherings
In this episode, Mike discusses the importance of holding team meetings. Whether it be weekly, monthly, or quarterly, holding team meetings is important to…
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Ep 93. Back from the LCR Media Summit: Review and Lessons Learned!
On this episode, Mike and Larry sit down and discuss their experience at the LCR Media Summit in Atlanta, GA. They discuss lessons learned to better improve…
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Ep 92. Hitting the Gym During the Winter Slowdown!
In this episode, Mike and Larry discuss how they have recently been back into the gym more now than ever since their season has slowed down. Mike and Larry…
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Ep 91. Mixed Media Marketing Planning and Strategies 2024
On this episode, Mike Sits down with his wife, Beckie to discuss all things marketing for 2024. Beckie discusses launching a mixed-media plan for your…
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Ep 90. All About Jobber! Jessica Stazo, Accounts Manager, Coastal Fertilization and Weed Control.
On today's episode, Mike and Larry sit down with the one and only Jessica Stazo. Jessica is the accounts manager for Coastal Fertilization and Amazing…
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Ep 89. Perry Phillips: YellowDog Lawn Care Services: Full-Time Firefighter, Lawn Care Business Owner and Christmas Light Installer!
Mike and Larry sit down with the one and only, Perry Phillips from YellowDog Lawn Care Services from Nashville, TN. Perry talks about how he has learned to…
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Ep 88. The Power of Sending Out Prepay Letters/Start of Season Notices!
Mike and Larry discuss sending out prepay letters to notify customers of any changes, information, etc. Getting customers to pay upfront by offering a discount…
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Ep 87. Setting Goals for 2024 and End of Year Debrief with Larry Delli Santi!
Mike and Larry sit down and talk about how the 2023 season went overall and about plans for 2024. Mike and Larry discussed getting back in the field since they…
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Ep 86. Wrapping up 2023: Exciting News and Check out the LCR Media Summit 2024!
On today's episode, Mike discusses the upcoming LCR Media Summit in Atlanta, GA January 19th and 20th. Come check it out and meet Mr. Producer, Paul Jamison…
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Ep 85. Lowlight Reel: Facebook Hacked, then Bank Fraud!
In this episode, Mike discusses recent issues with Facebook, which ultimately led to fraudulent charges in the business bank account. Mike is committed to…
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Ep 84. Christmas Bonuses, Employee Incentives, Staying Busy Over the Winter!
On this episode, Mike and Larry sit down and discuss the time of year when things are slowing down. Larry discusses taking on some jobs he normally wouldn't…
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Ep 83. Tonka Lawns: Interview with Ryan Craven, Owner/Operator!
On this episode, Mike and Larry sit down with Ryan Craven of Tonka Lawns out of Philadelphia, PA. Ryan is a full-time truck driver with a thriving, growing…
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Ep 82. Tips if Your Thinking About Making Your Side-Hustle a Full-Time Career!
In this episode, Mike references an article in Forbes geared toward people thinking about leaving their full-time careers to make their side hustle full-time…
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Ep 81. Tim Kielblock: From Solo Lawn Care Side Hustle to Lucrative Full-Time Business and Growing! Insight on Acquiring a Business!
In this episode, Mike interviews Tim Kielblock, owner of Hill Landscaping from Kingwood, NJ. Tim explains how he grew his side hustle lawn care business into a…
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Ep 80. Lawn Care Law School: Legal Issues in Starting a Business: Question and Answer with Mr. Joseph J. Garvey, Esq.
In this episode, Mike sits down with his dad, Joseph Garvey, an attorney in his 48th year in law with experience in civil trials, construction litigation, and…
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Ep 79. Overcoming Lifelong Alcohol and Drug Addiction: Patrick Susino: From Rock Bottom To Helping Others
On this episode, Mike and Larry talk with one of Larry's newer employees, Patrick Susino. Patrick discusses his difficult childhood, drug and alcohol…