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Side Hustle Squad

Mike Garvey
Lawn Care Industry
Lawn Care
Entrepreneurship
Lawn Care Business
Networking
Landscaping
Jobber
Equip Exposition
Equip Expo
Kress
Marketing Strategies
Marketing
Lawn and Landscape Technology Conference
Branded Bull
Small Business
Branding
Pricing Strategy
Podhouse
Business Growth Strategies
Commercial Accounts

Welcome to the Side Hustle Squad Podcast with your host, Mike Garvey! My goal is to provide entrepreneurs with all the tools and resources they need to start and succeed in the lawn care industry on the side while working a full-time career. Whether you're a seasoned pro or just starting out, or thinking about taking the leap into starting a business, this podcast will help you build and grow. Gue... more

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Latest Episodes

Recorded live at Profit Accelerator Live, Eric Triplett and I dive into one of the biggest questions entrepreneurs face: How many businesses is too many? We have an honest conversation about the excitement of starting new ventures, the danger of shin... more

This week, I'm sharing my experience attending a Greater Toms River Chamber of Commerce networking event and why local business owners should seriously consider getting involved in their local chamber. From meeting potential customers and referral pa... more

Launching a new business sounds exciting, and it is, but there are plenty of challenges nobody talks about. In this episode, Mike Garvey pulls back the curtain on the launch of ROPED (Robotic Outdoor Power Equipment Distributors) and shares the lesso... more

Spring may be winding down, but the smartest lawn care companies are already planning for fall.

In this episode of the Side Hustle Squad Podcast, I break down our complete aeration and overseeding marketing strategy at Coastal Fertilization. From e... more

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Recent Guests

Paul Jamison
Lawn care entrepreneur and host of Side Hustle Squad podcast
Episode: Ep 341. Paul Jamison interviews Mike at the Rehlko Event in Louisville, KY!
Kris Kiser
President and CEO of the Outdoor Power Equipment Institute
Outdoor Power Equipment Institute
Episode: Ep 339. Inside Equip Expo 2026 with Kris Kiser: What's New, What's Next, and the Move to Orlando
Lamont Hairston
Guest on episode discussing hip replacement and recovery
Episode: Ep 338. The Wake-Up Call: Lamont Hairston on Hip Replacement, Recovery & Building a Business That Can Run Without You!
Naylor Taliaferro
Lawn care and landscaping entrepreneur; educator and event host
Profit Accelerator Live / LCR Media / Lawn Care Millionaire community
Episode: Ep 335. Surviving the Spring Rush w/ Naylor Taliaferro + Profit Accelerator Live!
Chad Woodring
Representative for Kress in the Northeast
Kress
Episode: Ep 333. Robotic Mowing Is Here… So Why Are People Still Fighting It? First Kress Install & Demo Breakdown!
Justin Moore
Author of The Sponsor Magnet
Sponsor Games Texas
Episode: Ep 321. PODHOUSE SAN ANTONIO: Don't Go To Live Events and Trade Shows Without a Plan!
Jason Triplett
JT; member of the Triplett brothers, musician turned podcaster and entrepreneur
Triplett Brothers / In the Mind of JT
Episode: Ep 320. The Man Behind the Mic: Getting to Know Jason Triplett!
Aaron Witt
Content creator discussed in context of CONEXPO content collaboration
Industry media/content creator
Episode: Ep 315. Live from PodHouse Las Vegas: Builders, Creators, and Big Ideas at CONEXPO!
Marvin Jowles
Panel participant mentioned on stage at CONEXPO
Industry professional
Episode: Ep 315. Live from PodHouse Las Vegas: Builders, Creators, and Big Ideas at CONEXPO!

Hosts

Mike Garvey
Host of Side Hustle Squad Podcast; focuses on helping lawn care entrepreneurs grow while balancing a full-time career; shares personal experiences and industry insights.
Larry DellaSante
Co-host of the show; provides additional perspectives on running lawn care and landscaping businesses, and discusses events, networking, and industry trends.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 52 ratings
  • Grant & Sons Lawn Care Episode

    GREAT EPISODE!! This is one of the best episodes I have heard across all of the lawn care podcast. Larry conducted this episode so good, I couldn’t tell if it was Larry or Joe Rogan. Great episode. John and Caden are killing it, Caden is very wise beyond his years. Watch him, he is destined for great things for great things in our industry.

    Apple Podcasts
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    Mallard Island Lawn Ser
    United States2 years ago
  • GrantSonsLawncare

    These are some awesome guys who are amazing to talk and network with. Love the podcast setup and keep doing what you do! Thanks for having us on!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Ice lays
    United States2 years ago
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    Great meeting you guys at the LCR Summit! Excellent show talking about your experience using Jobber and how everyone should have systems in place to run their business as efficiently as possible. I would only add to be sure you have your profitable service defined so you can build that route density. Keep producing the awesome content! - Chris

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    GHSGentry
    United States2 years ago
  • Equip Expo 2023

    I absolutely loved getting to meet you guys and hang out with you this year at a Equip Expo. I love your show and it has helped me tremendously. Larry, let’s get together for that fishing trip.

    Mission Lawn Service.

    Fleming Island, Fl

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    Abil76
    United States3 years ago
  • Awesome start!!

    Another great episode guys on aeration. Bought my Lesco/Stinger stand on aerator and love it! Nick named it ATM because the dang thing prints money for my company!! What a great addition!! Keep up the great work!!!Todders Total Turfcare. Hartland,Wi

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    Todders Turf
    United States3 years ago

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Episodes motivate entrepreneurs to implement systems and attend industry events.
The show is praised for networking energy and real-world industry relevance.
Listeners appreciate the host's engaging interview style and practical takeaways.
Guests are described as high-quality and insightful, often providing actionable strategies.

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Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Ep 299. Catching Up with Aaron Strunk: Growth, Lessons, and Advice!
Q: How did you adapt your operations in 2025 given the weather and deployment challenges?
He details shifting from a four-day mowing week to five days temporarily, reassigning landscaping tasks, using two-man crews, and planning for future staffing while maintaining profitability.
Ep 299. Catching Up with Aaron Strunk: Growth, Lessons, and Advice!
Q: What state are you in?
Alan Strunk explains he is in southern Illinois near Kentucky and Chicago, which frames the types of properties he services and his market strategy.
Ep 306. Catching Up with Cornell Mack: Winter Work, Snow Ops & What's Coming Next!
Q: What inspired you to create these new shows and meetups?
I wanted to connect with other entrepreneurs, share relatable stories, and create a supportive community where people can learn from one another and grow beyond their fears of starting or expanding their businesses.
Ep 339. Inside Equip Expo 2026 with Kris Kiser: What's New, What's Next, and the Move to Orlando
Q: Why should contractors who never attended, or they're like, I don't know, I've never been to it. Like, why should they make the trip, and why should this year be the year?
There's about a 50% retention rate year after year; you can test many manufacturers' latest equipment in one place, learn from peers, and see firsthand how the investments translate to real business outcomes.
Ep 338. The Wake-Up Call: Lamont Hairston on Hip Replacement, Recovery & Building a Business That Can Run Without You!
Q: What advice would you give to somebody facing a major health issue or injury in the lawn and landscape community?
He emphasizes the importance of early communication with clients, building relationships with nearby peers for temporary client coverage, and prioritizing a structured recovery plan and routine to avoid long-term business disruption.

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What is Side Hustle Squad about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This show centers on hands-on entrepreneurship in the lawn care and landscaping space, blending practical business tactics with industry trends and personal stories from operators, manufacturers, and marketers. Episodes frequently cover operations optimization, marketing, tech adoption (including autonomous equipment and engine innovations), event insights from trade shows, and strategies for growing a small business while balancing a full-time job. Listeners can expect candid conversations about real-world challenges, resilience, networking, and practical takeaways to scale service businesses, improve margins, and stay ahead in a competitive market. A standout pattern is the practical, no-nonsense approach to building and running lean, sys... more

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1. Paul Jamison
2. Kris Kiser
3. Lamont Hairston
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7. Jason Triplett
8. Aaron Witt

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