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How to Hardscape

Michael Pletz
Hardscaping
Budgeting
Landscaping
Marketing Strategies
Sales Process
Cycle CPA
Marketing
Youtube
SEO
Estimating
Business Growth
Lead Generation
Profitability
Client Relationships
Social Media Marketing
Employee Management
Strategic Planning
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A podcast dedicated to helping hardscapers start and grow their business. If you are a hardscaper, landscaper, or a contractor of any sort, this podcast is going to help you professionally. Landscaping companies and contractors alike will benefit from discussions with leading experts in the industry talking installation, tools, products, marketing, business, and so much more to help you grow your ... more

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Recent Guests

Mike Michalowicz
Author of Profit First; featured guest
Profit First (author)
Episode: Profit First Featuring Mike Michalowicz and Shawn Van Dyke
Tony Bass
Co-author of the E-Myth Landscape Contractor; experienced entrepreneur in landscaping and hardscape industries
Super Lawn Trucks; E-Myth Landscape Contractor
Episode: Finding, Hiring, and Keeping Great Employees with Tony Bass
Brian Clayton
Founder of Peach Tree Inc. and co-founder of GreenPal
GreenPal, Peach Tree Inc.
Episode: Exiting a $10M/Year Landscaping Business and Starting GreenPal with Brian Clayton
Dr. Paul White
Psychologist, author, speaker; co-author of The 5 Languages of Appreciation in the Workplace
Appreciation at Work / Center for Positive Relationships (as indicated in discussion)
Episode: 5 Languages of Appreciation in the Workplace with Dr. Paul White
Matt Daly
Outdoor living designer with Water and Earth Landscape Design
Water and Earth Landscape Design
Episode: Landscape Design Masterclass
Taylor Feifield
Owner of Calumma Creative Landscapes
Calumma Creative Landscapes
Episode: Landscape Design Masterclass
Randy Tumber
Founder of Tumber International Landscape Training; View Master; landscape designer and educator
Tumber International Landscape Training
Episode: Landscape Design Masterclass
Cameron Herold
CEO Whisperer, founder of COO Alliance and Second in Command podcast
COO Alliance; The Second in Command
Episode: Your Second in Command with Cameron Herold, Past COO of 1-800-GOT-JUNK?
Tyler Speirs
Co-owner of Eco Plant Creations, landscaper and designer
Eco Plant Creations
Episode: Growth Challenges with Tyler Speirs of Eco Plant Creations

Hosts

Mike Michalowicz
Primary host, author and entrepreneur frequently discussing profitability and business systems.
Mike Plettts
Co-host and industry figure contributing practical perspectives on hardscape operations.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 147 ratings
  • Wish I would have found this sooner!

    I recently found this podcast and can’t get enough. I own a small contracting company and we do a lot of hardscaping. I’m very passionate about the industry and enjoy learning about other hardscapers and their journeys through the industry.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    AMB Contracting
    United States3 years ago
  • Very Informative!

    I follow and listen to each and every episode. I’m a landscape designer based in Ottawa and I find this content and info relevant and super informative!

    Thank you!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Lrathwellldesign
    Canada3 years ago
  • Great Podcast

    Love the content that’s covered in this podcast. Broad range of information based on the hardscaping industry as well as business building essentials.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    great reviewist
    Canada5 years ago
  • Value every show

    Mike brings value every episode!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Auman Landscape
    United States6 years ago
  • A must for hardscapers

    Love the topics that this podcast covers from installation, tools, business advice, sales, and so much more! Every hardscaper / landscaper should be subscribed and listening to this podcast.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    VisionaryDreamer2020
    Canada6 years ago

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Content spans finance, HR, and design-build with diverse practitioner voices.
Guests are real-world experts delivering practical strategies.
Listeners praise actionable, battle-tested guidance for hardscape businesses.

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Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Profit First Featuring Mike Michalowicz and Shawn Van Dyke
Q: Shawn, do you have five more minutes for two quick questions?
Yes, absolutely.
One Thing You Know Now Mashup Episode
Q: What's one thing you know now that you wish you knew from the very beginning?
The recurring answer centers on understanding and managing numbers, costs, and time; early clarity on financials, systems, and value-based pricing is critical, as is building a capable team and maintaining work-life balance to sustain growth.
When Employees Ask for Raises with George Urvari of KTC
Q: How do you handle employees asking for raises in a structured way?
Start with a clear annual process: upon onboarding, set expectations for raises after budgeting cycles, with reviews that determine if responsibilities have increased and performance has improved. If exceptions arise, address them with caution to avoid bad precedent, offering inflationary increases or timing adjustments rather than immediate ad hoc raises.
Finding, Hiring, and Keeping Great Employees with Tony Bass
Q: What are the top three reasons someone would enjoy working at our company?
Provide a clear, recorded answer in a video that explains company benefits, work hours, opportunities, and culture to allow candidates to self-select and feel aligned before the interview.
5 Languages of Appreciation in the Workplace with Dr. Paul White
Q: What about ensuring authenticity so appreciation doesn't feel fake?
Implement as an ongoing HR program with leadership involvement, training for teams, and a culture that encourages genuine, person-to-person recognition rather than generic, top-down gestures.

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What is How to Hardscape about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This show focuses on practical guidance for hardscapers, landscapers, and contractors aiming to grow sustainable businesses. Episodes frequently cover profitability, pricing strategies, cash flow management, and scalable systems, often anchored by real-world contractor stories and guest expertise in design-build, HR, and marketing. Listeners can expect actionable tactics—from Profit First implementations and budgeting debates to how to recruit, onboard, and retain staff; plus how to upsell high-value features like lighting, water, and radiant heating. A notable strength is the mix of finance-heavy frameworks with hands-on field experience, plus a strong emphasis on transparency, documentation, and process improvement that listeners can appl... more

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1. Mike Michalowicz
2. Tony Bass
3. Brian Clayton
4. Dr. Paul White
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6. Taylor Feifield
7. Randy Tumber
8. Cameron Herold

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