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Profits with Pajak

John Pajak
Yardbook
Lawn Care Industry
Equip Expo
Lawn Care
Pricing
LCR Summit
Green Industry
Pricing Strategy
Profitability
Cash Flow
Equip Exposition
Lawn Care Business
Customer Service
Profit Accelerator Live
Relay
John Pajak
Louisville
Landscaping
Sales Tax
Business Growth

Profits with Pajak is a weekly podcast that focuses on providing actionable strategies and insights for small business owners in the green industry. Hosted by John Pajak, each episode features in-depth discussions with successful entrepreneurs, thought leaders, and industry experts, who share their experiences and lessons learned on building and growing profitable businesses. From financial planni... more

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You charge a customer $100 for a job. How much did you actually make? In this short episode of Profits with Pajak, John follows a simple $100 sale from the moment the customer pays, through processing fees, labor, materials, equipment, overhead and t... more

John thought he'd be home around 4:00. Instead, a distracted mistake while mixing herbicide, equipment problems, fueling, repairs, and preparation for the next day resulted in the truck finally getting parked at 9:22 p.m. After 27 years in the green ... more

How much should you pay a mower, landscape laborer, applicator or crew leader? Pajak breaks down why job titles alone don't determine wages and explains how skill, responsibility, productivity, independence and your local labor market should influenc... more

Are you running the numbers, or are you overengineering a simple decision? John breaks down why some services need detailed estimating while others should be governed by simple pricing rules, minimum charges, and flat rates. The goal isn't to stop an... more

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Recent Guests

Michelle Marshall
Owner of Marshall Lawn Solutions, Texas-based lawn care business
Marshall Lawn Solutions
Episode: Building Systems and Scaling Fast with Michelle Marshall at LLTC 2026 Ep. #531
Morgan Laidlaw
Guest from CFVI, presenting AccuRator technology
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Episode: How CFVI's Accurator Saves Time, Product, and Headaches in the Field with Morgan Laidlaw Ep. #530
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Episode: Your Business Should Serve You: Making Your Company Exit-Ready with Dennis Hering Ep. #529
Dalton Fisher
Founder of Fisher Multimedia, specializes in video for lawn and landscape companies
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Episode: Stop Hiding: How Fisher Multimedia Helps Lawn & Landscape Pros Show Up Online Ep. #528
Eric Prokop
Consultant for PermaGreen, industry expert in turf management equipment
PermaGreen
Episode: The Efficiency Advantage: Eric Prokop on PermaGreen Equipment Ep. #527
Joe DiPace
Owner of Beppi's Lawn Care, Michigan
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Episode: When the Lawn Needs a Reset… But the Client Won't Say Yes Ep. #507
Mike Garvey
Guest on PodRow
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Naylor Taliaferro
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Eric Triplett
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Host

John Pajak
Host of Profits with Pajak

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 77 ratings
  • I thoroughly enjoy your podcast. I’ve been listening to it for a year and a half now. I appreciate your honesty in your past and your present situations and how you allow God to be present in everything you do. Thank you John for your words of wisdom and your knowledge in the business

    Audible
    5
    Kelli Cato
    United Statesa year ago
  • Genuine and Knowledgeable

    I thoroughly enjoy your podcast. I’ve been listening to it for a year and a half now. I appreciate your honesty in your past and your present situations and how you allow God to be present in everything you do. Thank you John for your words of wisdom and your knowledge in the business

    Audible
    5
    Kelli Cato
    United Statesa year ago
  • Highly recommend

    John is the man and always brings fire

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Avid pod listener7
    United States2 years ago
  • Do more to get profits

    If you’re interested in optimizing your profits or business or determining what you should be charging, this podcast is for you! I’ve learned a lot to listening to John and his advice which has helped optimize our business financials and let us take home more profit

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    MJanuzziMarshall
    United States2 years ago
  • Great Show, Great Man

    John keeps it real with knowing your numbers and how to maximize your return. Love hearing the shows, that are informative and entertaining as well. I appreciate you Pajak, keep up the good work.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Mallard Island Lawn Ser
    United States2 years ago

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Clear, actionable guidance that ties numbers to profits.
Listeners appreciate the practical, step-by-step frameworks.
High production quality and useful guest mix keep it engaging.
Hosts and guests deliver real-world, implementable advice for growth.

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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

3 Questions Lawn Care Business Owners Are Asking Ep. #542
Q: Jacob notes growth in revenue but less personal profit and asks what he might be doing wrong.
Revenue growth can mask profitability issues; compare gross profit, operating expenses, and net profit year over year, and assess whether growth added excessive costs (new vehicles, equipment, staff, insurance, or higher overhead) that erode margins. Focus on building a profitable, purposeful business rather than simply increasing top-line revenue.
3 Questions Lawn Care Business Owners Are Asking Ep. #542
Q: Alex asks how to know when he's ready to hire his first employee, given he's solo and overwhelmed.
Understand the fully burdened cost of a new employee (salary plus payroll taxes, workers' comp, and benefits), build a clearly defined position with responsibilities and training, project the revenue needed to support it, and only then decide how much capacity the new hire will create for the business.
Big Purchases, Big Premiums, and Pay Pressure: Real Answers for Lawn Pros Ep. #391
Q: Is it normal for insurance premiums to jump for small businesses, and what can I do about it?
Shop around and use a brokerage that compares multiple carriers; consider bundling policies and maintaining good risk management to lower premiums; don't just rely on one dedicated agent—use brokers who can find competitive bids and potentially lower costs.
Small Town Success and When to Add Another Truck Ep. #402
Q: When is the right time to add a second mowing truck?
Plan before you're overwhelmed: ensure you have enough recurring revenue to keep the new truck busy, hire and train staff, and align capacity with anticipated demand so you don't overextend.
Small Town Success and When to Add Another Truck Ep. #402
Q: How do you afford these big mowers when most accounts are bi-weekly and budgets are tight?
Prioritize growing recurring revenue with the right pricing and client mix, start with smaller, reliable equipment, and avoid rushing into pricey gear that the current client base can't support; focus on margins and market smarter, not bigger.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Profits with Pajak

What is Profits with Pajak about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This show centers on turning profits into reality for small green industry businesses. Episodes consistently tackle practical financial discipline, pricing strategy, cash flow, and scalable operations, often linking these insights to real-world tools, events, and vendors like Yardbook and Equip Expo. Across conversations with owners, operators, and tech experts, the host surfaces actionable frameworks for evaluating equipment, optimizing service lines, and growing profitability, while weaving in industry trends and community-building opportunities that help listeners professionalize their businesses. A notable edge is the blend of hands-on financial rigor with approachable storytelling, plus regular sponsor integrations that spotlight usefu... more

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1. Michelle Marshall
2. Morgan Laidlaw
3. Dennis Hering
4. Dalton Fisher
5. Eric Prokop
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7. Mike Garvey
8. Naylor Taliaferro

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