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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 18. Employees: Finding, Retaining, Managing and When is it Time to Hire?
In this episode, Mike talks with his partner Larry about finding, retaining, and managing employees. Many business owners need help finding the right time to…
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Ep 17. EQUIP 2023: Registration is OPEN!
In this episode, Mike talks about his trips to Louisville, Kentucky to attend EQUIP. EQUIP is the biggest annual event dedicated to landscapers, hardscapers…
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Ep 16. Managing Customers Expectations: Maybe I Was Not Clear?
In this episode, Mike shares a recent customer interaction where the customer is unhappy with weed control services. Mike reflects on maybe he wasn't clear in…
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Ep 15. Eric Hughes: Full Time Teacher with a Lawn Care Side Hustle
Today, Mike talks with Eric Hughes, owner of The EH Group. Eric is a full-time art teacher with a large lawn care company. Eric talks about managing his…
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Ep 14. Steve Scerbo : Full Time Corrections Officer and Owner of Lakeshore Landscaping
On this episode, Mike and Larry talk with Steve Serbo, owner of Lakeshore Landscaping in Brick Township, NJ. Steve shares his advice and insight into being a…
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Ep 13. Tips to Capture Google Reviews and Boost your Business!
In this episode, Mike talks about an article he came across from his distributor, Central turf and Irrigation Supply, which discusses tips on capturing those…
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Ep 12. Lamont Hairston, Hairston Property Management: Going from Side Hustle to FULL TIME!
In this episode, Mike talks with Lamont Hairston, a big supporter of the Side Hustle Squad Podcast. Mike and Lamont have attended live events throughout the…
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Ep 11. Book Review on Brian Fullerton's Zero to 100k: The Complete Guide on How to Start a Successful Lawn Care Company
In this episode, Mike talks about Brian Fullerton's new book Zero to 100K. Mike has gained some valuable lessons and knowledge from Brain's book. The book…
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Ep 10. Mike Anderson: Real Estate Investor and Full Time Law Enforcement Officer
In this episode, Mike sits down in the Side Hustle Squad Studio with Mike Anderson, a law enforcement officer and real estate investor with 25+ rental…
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Ep 9. A Simply Green Side with Adam Guker: Navigating a Full-Time Law Enforcement Career with a Thriving Landscaping Business
In this episode, Mike talks with Adam Guker, a 16-year law enforcement detective. Adam talks about his thriving lawn care, landscaping, and snow removal…
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Ep 8. From Longshoreman to Law Enforcement to Longshoreman: Life Lessons with Dan Francisco and Navigate Changes in Life
In this episode, Mike sits down with his fellow trooper and academy classmate, Dan Francisco, who has recently retired from law enforcement to become a…
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Ep 7. PostcardMania: The Power of Every Door Direct Mail and Hiring a Marketing Team
In this episode, Mike talks about his experience since hiring PostcardMania, after hearing them speak at Brian Fullerton's Lawntrepreneur Academy Live Event…
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Ep 6. The Story of Coastal Fertilization: The Past, the Present , and the Future with Larry Delli Santi (Part 2)
In this episode, Mike sits down with his business partner, Larry Delli Santi, and discuss how Coastal Fertilization was formed. Mike and Larry share some…
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Ep 5. Retirement and Life after Public Service: Not Always an Easy Transition.
In this episode, Mike talks about an article written by Dr. Brian Kinnaird Ph.D., a certified trauma support specialist called Life After Law Enforcement…
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Ep 4. The Price is the Price and Stick to It: You Don't See People Haggling at Target!
In this episode, Mike discusses how we need to continue raising the bar in the green industry regarding pricing. Do not bend to customers that do not value…
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Ep 3. Hanging at Larry's Bar: The Story of Larry Delli Santi.
In this episode, Mike sits down with Larry Delli Santi, owner of Amazing Creations Landscaping and Lawn Care in Toms River, NJ. Larry discusses how he started…
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Ep 2. How and Why Jobber has Transformed Coastal Fertilization for the Better!
In this episode, Mike discusses the benefits of Jobber and how it has enhanced customer communication, helped with gaining leads and quoting jobs, scheduling…
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Ep 1. The Pilot Episode: What is the Side Hustle Squad Podcast and Who is Mike Garvey?
Welcome to the first episode of the Side Hustle Squad Podcast with Mike Garvey! Mike takes a moment to introduce himself and share what you can expect from the…