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Kid Contractor Podcast with Caleb Auman
A show focusing on a wide range of contractors from the Green Industry to General Contractors and beyond. Your host Caleb, runs a successful 7 figure business with his wife Brittany, and has over 20 years in the industry. "The Kid" has learned some valuable lessons he wants to share with you. The principles discussed will energize and empower you to crush your goals.
Episodes
- Kid Contractor Podcast with Caleb Auman
Ep 331. It's not all about selling
Savier, who is just 18 years old, is the proud owner of Caballeros Landscaping. Tune in as he talks with Caleb about how he got his start in the landscaping…
- Kid Contractor Podcast with Caleb Auman
Ep 330. Pay Yourself First!
Caleb is joined by Craig Sheller, the owner of Sheller Outdoor Living. Tune in as they chat about a range of topics, including finding ideal clients, equipment…
- Kid Contractor Podcast with Caleb Auman
Ep 329. Are You Charging Enough?
Caleb and Brittany discuss a wide range of topics in this episode, such as the risks that landscapers face on the job and the importance of pricing jobs…
- Kid Contractor Podcast with Caleb Auman
Ep 328. A Young Landscaper's Story
Dan Reffner, the young owner of Reffner Lawn Care, joins us to discuss his journey of owning his lawn care business and the current state of his company…
- Kid Contractor Podcast with Caleb Auman
Ep 327. Landscaping Pros Take On Montana with Andy Mulder, Zach Tournoux, and Jeremy Swihart (Part 2)
Come along with Caleb Auman, Andy Mulder, Zach Tournoux, and Jeremy Swihart in Part 2 of their special episode, as they take a break from their busy schedules…
- Kid Contractor Podcast with Caleb Auman
Ep 326. Missing Cars, Speeding Tickets, and Las Vegas
Conexpo Recap-There are no shortcuts! https://www.TheHardscapeAcademy.com Auman Landscape on YouTube Together In The Trades - July 14-15, 2023…
- Kid Contractor Podcast with Caleb Auman
Ep 325. From Lawns to Lights
Andy and Russell Pugh, of Russell's Lawn and Landscape, discuss their successful transition from only performing lawn maintenance to now doing Christmas light…
- Kid Contractor Podcast with Caleb Auman
Ep 324. Landscaping Pros Take On Montana with Andy Mulder, Zach Tournoux, and Jeremy Swihart. (Part 1)
FYI...A "K-Dub" is a Kenworth Truck. Join Caleb Auman, Andy Mulder, Zach Tournoux, and Jeremy Swihart for a special episode as they take a break from their…
- Kid Contractor Podcast with Caleb Auman
Ep 323. From the Classroom to the Job-site
In this episode, Caleb interviews Eric Hughes, a local school teacher, and entrepreneur who has been running his landscaping business for 17 years while still…
- Kid Contractor Podcast with Caleb Auman
Ep 322. From Lawn Care to Design Build: Two Landscaping Entrepreneurs Share Their Journeys
In this episode, Caleb sits down with Dylan Stephenson, the owner of So-Low Cuts Landscaping, and Jesse Weidner, the owner of Weidner Landscape Solutions, to…
- Kid Contractor Podcast with Caleb Auman
Ep 321. Navigating Commercial Projects
In this episode of the Kid Contractor podcast, Caleb talks with Chad, the owner of Natural Design landscapes about the joys and pains of commercial…
- Kid Contractor Podcast with Caleb Auman
Ep 320. The Joy In Little Victories- Finding Success In Stewardship
Jacob and Alex join us from the Turf Wars Podcast. They discuss how their perspective on success has changed, and what motivates them now. Both Jacob and Alex…
- Kid Contractor Podcast with Caleb Auman
Ep 319. Navigating The World of Poison Ivy and Business with Ditch the Itch.
In this podcast, Caleb talks with Austin about horticulture (tips, practices, and regulations). He emphasizes the importance of looking at the bigger picture…
- Kid Contractor Podcast with Caleb Auman
Ep 318. The Brittany Auman Interview
Caleb conducts an interview with Brittany, as if he does not know her. https://www.TheHardscapeAcademy.com Auman Landscape on YouTube Together In The Trades -…
- Kid Contractor Podcast with Caleb Auman
Ep 317. Aaron Witt Joins Caleb Auman To Tell His Story.
In this episode, Caleb is joined by a very special guest, Aaron Witt, the owner and founder of Buildwitt, a successful construction and media marketing agency…
- Kid Contractor Podcast with Caleb Auman
Ep 316. All Over The Place
Welcome to this episode of The Kid Contractor Podcast where Caleb and Brittany dive into a wide range of topics that are sure to spark your curiosity. They…
- Kid Contractor Podcast with Caleb Auman
Ep 315. Deciding To Start
Brett and Chase Eikenberry join us at the Podcast Summit at Auman HQ. Listen in on how they decided to start their business and what it's like working together…
- Kid Contractor Podcast with Caleb Auman
Ep 314. Jeremiah Jennings: A Business Journey with Unique Solutions
In this podcast episode, we dive into the journey of a young business owner, Jeremiah Jennings (Growing Green Podcast) who learned to optimize his company's…
- Kid Contractor Podcast with Caleb Auman
Ep 313. Driving Into The Future
In this episode, Caleb interviews Dan Wheeler of the Fence Industry Podcast and the owner of River City Fence. Dan shares the secrets behind his company's most…
- Kid Contractor Podcast with Caleb Auman
Ep 312. From Small Spaces to Big Dreams
In this episode, Brittany hijacks the Kid Contractor podcast to talk with John Pajak about his expertise in business efficiency and his new upcoming podcast…
- Kid Contractor Podcast with Caleb Auman
Ep 311. Fun Friday: AI, Aliens, and Explosions
In this episode of the Kid Contractor podcast, Caleb invites his brother Noah, the owner of an IT support business, to discuss recent changes in his industry…
- Kid Contractor Podcast with Caleb Auman
Ep 310. The Benefits of Having Life Meetings: How Scheduling Time for Important Discussions Can Help You Succeed
Caleb and Brittany discuss the importance of setting goals and having a timeline to achieve them. They recount a recent conversation they had about their…
- Kid Contractor Podcast with Caleb Auman
Ep 309. It Won't Be Tolerated
A show about clients, disrespecting employees and workers and how it won't be tolerated by any self-respecting company. Great discussion about two companies…
- Kid Contractor Podcast with Caleb Auman
Ep 308. Can We Ever Settle This Debate?
Caleb, Brian, and Jeremiah discuss what a 2 Wheel Drive Pickup Truck is called and other intellectual topics in this fun show that it's definitely worth a…
- Kid Contractor Podcast with Caleb Auman
Ep 307. From Grass to Hardscapes: The Linder's Landscaping Journey
Hear the story of John and Amanda Linder's 20-year transformation of Rolling Hills Landscape from grass-cutting to hardscapes, including lessons learned…
- Kid Contractor Podcast with Caleb Auman
Ep 306. From Neighborhood Lawn Care to Running a Commercial Maintenance Business: The Journey of Two Entrepreneurial Teens.
Today we talk with two 18-year-olds who started a lawn care and maintenance business four years ago and have since expanded to serving 200 properties a week…
- Kid Contractor Podcast with Caleb Auman
Ep 305. Best Memories Of Our Shop Build.
Caleb & Brittany are joined by Naylor Taliaferro and Jeremiah Jennings as they share their personal experiences and offer a behind-the-scenes look at the hard…
- Kid Contractor Podcast with Caleb Auman
Ep 304. Building A Quality Project: Insights From A Contractor.
In this episode, Caleb delves into the complexities of pool installation and discusses the importance of starting with a quality product. His guests Steve…
- Kid Contractor Podcast with Caleb Auman
Ep 303. A Hotshot On The Road
Max with High Rise Transport talks about running a lawn care company, then starting a hotshot trucking company all while running a 4 truck snow-clearing…
- Kid Contractor Podcast with Caleb Auman
Ep 302. Not Afraid Of The Big Jobs!
Cothren Custom Hardscape is NOT afraid of HUGE commercial hardscaping projects. Listen as he discusses valuable lessons he's learned by taking on the big jobs…
- Kid Contractor Podcast with Caleb Auman
Ep 301. He Accepted The Risk And Big Growth Followed
Starbuck Excavation in Melbourne Australia grew tremendously by doing what others weren't willing to do--accepting the risk and properly managing team members…
- Kid Contractor Podcast with Caleb Auman
Ep 300. When You Create Demand Success Will Follow Part 2
When you create demand for your services, Chris Halterman of HLD Halterman Landscaping Design says "success will follow." This is a great conversation about…
- Kid Contractor Podcast with Caleb Auman
Ep 299. When You Create Demand Success Will Follow Part 1
When you create demand for your services, Chris Halterman of HLD Halterman Landscaping Design says "success will follow." This is a great conversation about…
- Kid Contractor Podcast with Caleb Auman
Ep 298. Market Hard In 2023
Marketing tips from Brittany and Caleb for a potential down market. Now is the time to build your brand! https://www.TheHardscapeAcademy.com Auman Landscape on…
- Kid Contractor Podcast with Caleb Auman
Ep 297. The Right Job Pricing Can Save Your Health!
This is a great session answering significant questions, we talk about setting goals and how charging the correct prices can save your health. How you ask?…
- Kid Contractor Podcast with Caleb Auman
Ep 296. We Didn't Think It Was Impossible
We just realized that we never thought building our dream shop was impossible, which got me thinking, what do we think is impossible and might be holding us…
- Kid Contractor Podcast with Caleb Auman
Ep 295. How To Pay For Your Truck
Caleb and John Pajak talk about recovering the expense of vehicles and other items in your company to make sure they are viable as your business moves forward…
- Kid Contractor Podcast with Caleb Auman
Ep 294. Be Prepared $$ Not Scared Going Into 2023
Being prepared for a potential economic downturn helps reduce fear of the unknown. Today we talk with "Pap" my Father-in-law about his views on the future…
- Kid Contractor Podcast with Caleb Auman
Ep 293. If You Look Back It's Better Now
If you're trying to grow your company and you look back at your photos or in your mind you WILL see improvement! https://www.TheHardscapeAcademy.com Auman…
- Kid Contractor Podcast with Caleb Auman
Ep 292. Can You Be Your Best?
What do you want to be known for as being the best at? https://www.TheHardscapeAcademy.com Auman Landscape on YouTube Together In The Trades - July 14-15, 2023…
- Kid Contractor Podcast with Caleb Auman
Ep 291. No Budget - NO PROFIT!
Learn how to create a company budget for success in your company with John Pajak. We talk about how to save your company and create a viable profitable…
- Kid Contractor Podcast with Caleb Auman
Ep 290. Are Owners Optimistic About 2023? Find Out!
Find out how the industry is looking at 2023 for sales goals and expected ups and downs of the green industry. Also, find out how to be more valuable to your…
- Kid Contractor Podcast with Caleb Auman
Ep 289. Do The Extra To Get Ahead
Today Caleb goes off with some of the absolute best advice he has. You are sure to enjoy the episode and pick up some actionable insights…
- Kid Contractor Podcast with Caleb Auman
Ep 288. Get Prepared For 2023!
This is a highly entertaining episode with Caleb and Britt discussing what needs to be done to make 2023 an incredible year at Auman Landscape…
- Kid Contractor Podcast with Caleb Auman
Ep 287. Pride Starts With Sales. (How to Sell) Part 2
A MUST LISTEN - Being passionate about what you're selling and building is key to being effective in selling your own work. Evan with Pride Hardscape talks…
- Kid Contractor Podcast with Caleb Auman
Ep 286. Pride Starts With Sales. (How to Sell) Part 1
A MUST LISTEN - Being passionate about what you're selling and building is key to being effective in selling your own work. Evan with Pride Hardscape talks…
- Kid Contractor Podcast with Caleb Auman
Ep 285. Can You Envision Success?
Can you envision success? I know many times when I've acted on a gut instinct or distinct vision I had for the company it is almost as if it happened…
- Kid Contractor Podcast with Caleb Auman
Ep 284. Equipment Must Provide A Return On Investment!
We have a great conversation for you about gears, business, and technology with CJ who is the Senior Marketing Manager at Ferris and Briggs and Stratton…
- Kid Contractor Podcast with Caleb Auman
Ep 283. The Most Important Things To Consider Heading Into 2023!
Caleb shares the things he's thinking about as the year draws to a close and how he believes these questions will propel his business forward in 2023…
- Kid Contractor Podcast with Caleb Auman
Ep 282. Tips For Keeping Employees And The Latest Industry News!
Brittany and Caleb discuss recent industry news and updates and suggest how to use a variety of benefits to help keep good employees…
- Kid Contractor Podcast with Caleb Auman
Ep 281. Concrete Failure
Join us today for an entertaining story about a concrete job gone wrong. https://www.TheHardscapeAcademy.com Auman Landscape on YouTube Together In The Trades…
- Kid Contractor Podcast with Caleb Auman
Ep 280. How To Select The Wrong Client
This is the podcast where I share why one of our clients wanted their money back. This story may very well help you avoid working with the wrong clients in…
- Kid Contractor Podcast with Caleb Auman
Ep 279. Some Days Are Challenging
Caleb and Britt discuss some of the challenges they've recently faced in their business and how they are navigating through them…
- Kid Contractor Podcast with Caleb Auman
278. Have The Hard Conversation
Enjoy a great conversation with Zach Taylor of Riverview Contracting about why having "the hard conversation is important." https://www.TheHardscapeAcademy.com…
- Kid Contractor Podcast with Caleb Auman
Ep 277. It Doesn't Have To Be So Hard
Enjoy this great conversation about modernization with Tim Edick a Unilock territory manager. https://www.TheHardscapeAcademy.com Auman Landscape on YouTube…
- Kid Contractor Podcast with Caleb Auman
Ep 276. The Details Matter
A very interesting conversation with Wiliam Johnston of Sabal Landscape Contractors. He is a 22-year-old that runs an aggressively growing company with his…
- Kid Contractor Podcast with Caleb Auman
Ep 275. Information Firehose
This is a great conversation with Jim Barrett, the owner of Premier Lawn Services in Syracuse, NY, and Kyle Gerton from Zanesville, OH about their experience…
- Kid Contractor Podcast with Caleb Auman
Ep 274. The Ladies Perspective of YOUR Business.
Great conversation with Meghan Starkey and Yolanda Owens about their perspectives on business and their husbands' companies…
- Kid Contractor Podcast with Caleb Auman
Ep 273. Robotic Autonomous Mowers
Today we speak with Todd in Product Development for a company called KRESS. Enjoy this great conversation discussing the future of autonomous robotic mowing…
- Kid Contractor Podcast with Caleb Auman
Ep 272. The Temptation To Quit
A great episode speaking with Paul Jamison of The Green Industry Podcast about building companies, growing podcasts, and the temptation to quit that sometimes…