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  • How Jeff Stopa Built a 40 Person Landscaping Business

    In this episode I interviewed Jeff Stopa, owner of Stopa’s Landscaping in Connecticut. Jeff shares his journey from starting the business at 19 to building a company with up to 40 employees, offering services like lawn care, landscape design, fencing, masonry, and holiday lighting. Key Highlights: Jeff’s story offers practical insights into scaling a landscaping

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  • Cultivating Success: Integrity, Culture & Growth with Jonathan Guinipero of Stateline Landscaping

    In this latest episode, I sit down with Jonathan Guinipero, the owner of Stateline Landscaping, based in Massachusetts. From starting his business at just 20 years old to celebrating nearly a decade in landscaping, Jonathan shares his inspiring journey of growth, lessons learned, and what it takes to succeed in this competitive industry. What you’ll

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  • Sales Strategies That Transform Landscaping Businesses

    In this episode of The Landscapers Business Growth Podcast, host John Giaccotto sits down with Neil Glatt, co-founder of GrowTheBench.com and an expert in sales for the landscaping and snow industries. Together, they discuss proven strategies for improving sales processes, identifying ideal customers, and building long-term client relationships. Neil shares insights on when and how

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  • How to Start and Grow a Lawn Care Business: Tips from Trimming Edge Lawn Care

    In this episode of The Landscaper’s Business Growth Podcast, I interview David Bidwell, the owner of Trimming Edge Lawn Care in Massachusetts. David started his business in 2020 during the COVID pandemic and shares how he used newspaper advertising to get his first customers along with how he has grown since. We also discuss how

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  • How Doug Grew Landscape America to an $8 Million Landscaping Company

    In this episode of The Landscaper’s Business Growth Podcast, I interview Doug McDuff, president of Landscape America and former president of the Massachusetts Association of Landscape Professionals. Doug shares the powerful impact that Open Book Management has had on his company, helping his team stay aligned, motivated, and accountable by providing visibility into their financials.

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  • The Power of Delegation: Tory Shalanda’s Secrets to Scaling Better View Landscapes

    In this episode of the Landscaper’s Business Growth Podcast, I speak with Tori Shalanda, President and CEO of Better View Landscapes. With nearly 30 years in the landscaping industry, Tori shares his journey from a small lawn care startup to a high-end landscape design and maintenance business in Massachusetts. Learn Tori’s insights on scaling, delegating

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