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More Than Just Mowing Podcast by Jim's Mowing

Jim's Mowing
Jim's Mowing
Franchising
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New Zealand
Jim's Group
Melbourne
Chatgpt
Dubbo, Australia
Google Business Profiles
Artificial Intelligence
Landscaping
Australia
Lead Generation
Lawn and Land Equip Expo
Small Business / Franchising
Training
Show Us Your Best Competition
Franchise Model
Mining Industry
Mental Health

The 'More Than Just Mowing' Podcast is hosted by Joel Kleber, CMO for the Jim's Group. We share interviews with our franchisees and franchisors about all things Jim's Mowing. It's a great place to start your research about buying a Jim's Mowing franchise or just to hear from others in the industry.

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Chris Hansen has been with Jim's Mowing for a very long-time and has helped 100's of business owners over the years run a successful business.

He shares his story on the podcast and goes right into depth about all elements of the Jim's Mowing franc... more

Fred failed twice running his own lawn business before he turned 24. Now nine weeks into Jim's Mowing, he landed an 18,000 dollar landscaping job in his first three weeks.

In this episode of the Jim's Mowing More Than Mowing podcast, the youngest f... more

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Mitch Blake is a loyal listener and wanted to jump back on the podcast to share more about his franchisor role now and what Jim's Mowing can anyone looking for a change.

Mitch also shares some stories of franchisees in his region and their progress ... more

Meet Mark, who has just been with Jim's Mowing for 6 weeks who wanted to come on the podcast and share his experience.

Mark talks about the training, what he has learnt plus some handy AI tips for quoting.

Big thanks to Mark for jumping on.

To ... more

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Recent Guests

Mark Vaughn
Franchisee, Jim's Mowing
Jim's Group
Episode: The first 6 weeks as a Jim's Mowing franchisee? Interview with Mark Vaughn
Damien Bush
Long-time Jim's Mowing franchisee in Tasmania, leads Hobart and the Lawn System based franchisees
Jim's Mowing
Episode: An important reminder for all small business owners plus some awesome local marketing tips with Damien Bush from Jim's Mowing.
Ricky Newby
Franchisor and General Manager NZ for Jim's Group NZ (former franchisee turn regional leader)
Jim's Mowing / Jim's Group NZ
Episode: Interview with Jim's Mowing NZ Franchisor and Manager, Ricky Newby
Mitchell Dennis
Jim's Mowing franchisee sharing a 12-month field review
Jim's Mowing
Episode: Mitchell Dennis - The 12 month Franchise Review out in the field!
Garry Eilola
Franchisee, Jim's Mowing
Jim's Mowing
Episode: Garry Eilola from Jim's Mowing Ormeau is back again to correct some stupid Jim's Myths!
Andrew Nash
Franchisee sharing first 12 weeks in business
Jim's Mowing Central West Orange
Episode: Guest host Mitch Blake interviewing his franchisee Andrew Nash about his first couple of months
Michael Whale
Dual franchisee of Jim's Mowing and Jim's Window Cleaning (pressure cleaning)
Jim's Mowing / Jim's Window Cleaning
Episode: How to scale a Jim's franchise in the first 12 months! Interview with Michael Whale
Peter Rogers
Franchisor, manager role and judge on the show, long-time Jim's Mowing participant
Jim's Mowing
Episode: Leaving FIFO to start a Jim's Franchise, 11 years later, how has it been?! Interview with Peter Rogers
Dan Cahill
Divisional Franchisor, Jim's Mowing Australia
Jim's Mowing
Episode: Jim's Mowing has a new Divisional Franchisor - Interview with Dan Cahill

Host

Joel Kleber
Host of the Jim's Mowing podcast network, leading franchise-focused conversations and industry insights

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 22 ratings
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    I really enjoy listening to the podcast. Joel creates great content and very knowledgeable.

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    Aussie Dobbo
    Australia4 months ago

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Guests frequently share real-world experiences, making episodes feel actionable rather than theoretical.
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The host provides clear guidance and a collaborative, supportive tone that resonates with franchise networks.

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My dad has been with Jim's Mowing for 27 years so I thought I would join as well! Interview with Nathan Giacotto
Q: How do you approach quoting and pricing for jobs, especially when you're new and learning the market?
He avoids quoting over the phone or a video, prioritizes in-person quotes, and offers clear, tiered pricing to encourage regular service, using prior examples from his dad as guidance.
My dad has been with Jim's Mowing for 27 years so I thought I would join as well! Interview with Nathan Giacotto
Q: What were the biggest early challenges after training, and how did you address them?
He discusses starting in winter, building a client base from scratch, door knocking, real estate outreach, and leveraging social media to generate leads.
My dad has been with Jim's Mowing for 27 years so I thought I would join as well! Interview with Nathan Giacotto
Q: And what were you doing prior to starting this franchise, and what made you choose to become your own boss?
Nathan explains his prior job in plumbing, his exposure to his dad's long-running Jim's Mowing franchise, and the decision to take the plunge for greater personal freedom, despite the risks.
I tried independent, another franchise then Jim's Mowing, what a mistake!
Q: What advice would you give to someone considering joining Jim's Mowing?
Have some financial cushion before starting, as initial cash flow can be uncertain; consider spending a day with a current franchisee to get a feel for the model and what to expect.
I tried independent, another franchise then Jim's Mowing, what a mistake!
Q: How did you find the training and the transition from independent work to Jim's Mowing?
The training was overwhelming but valuable, presented with passion and real-world experience, which helped Warren connect with the mowing component and the broader franchise opportunities.

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The show centers on practical, real-world insights from Jim's Mowing franchisees and leaders, with a strong emphasis on growth tactics, local marketing, and leveraging the brand's network. Episodes frequently cover client acquisition, service diversification, and operational efficiency, alongside how-to guidance on branding, online presence, and lead generation. Health, work-life balance, and community involvement also surface as differentiators, giving listeners actionable strategies—from AI-assisted marketing to field-tested franchise operations—that help potential franchisees assess viability and scale responsibly. A notable throughline is the emphasis on franchisee support, training, and a collaborative culture that extends beyond mowin... more

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