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Jim's Podcast

Jim's Group
Jim's Mowing
Franchising
Jim's Group
Customer Service
Australia
Building Inspections
Entrepreneurship
Mental Health
Work-Life Balance
Landscaping
Jim's Bathrooms
New Zealand
Business Growth
Hazmat Division
Jim's Franchise
Lead Generation
Franchise Business
Franchise Support
Jim's Cleaning
Gardening

The Jim’s Podcast is hosted by Joel Kleber, Chief Marketing Officer of the Jim’s Group. Each week, I sit down with the people who make Jim’s what it is. Franchisees, franchisors, and Jim himself. We talk honestly about what it’s really like to build a business inside the Jim’s system. The wins, the surprises, the lessons learned the hard way, and the advice Jim has been sharing with business owner... more

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Latest Episodes

A $12 lead turned into a customer worth $70,000 a year for Jim's Mowing franchisee Garry.

This episode of the Jim's Mowing Podcast is a two year update from the Gold Coast.

Garry first appeared six weeks in, after 25 years in IT sales.

He now se... more

Jim's Mowing franchisee Enoh forecast $170,000 to $180,000 in his first year. He invoiced $450,000.

This episode of the Jim's Mowing Podcast is a 12-month update. Enoch runs Jim's Mowing Reservoir Central and, with his partner Bianca, Jim's Cleaning... more

James Middleton has hit the ground running with Jim's Pool Care and shares how he has exactly done it following the system.

James shares his story about why he joined Jim's, his process, what he loves about the pool industry and how he has built his... more

Matt tried an independent business first, then decided to give Jim's Window and Pressure Washing a go instead.

He learnt that it was a tough slog as a solo operator and that it would be far easier with the Jim's franchise.

He shares in full his th... more

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James Middleton
Pool Care franchisee, Jim's Pool Care
Jim's Pool Care
Episode: Leaving the defence force and joining Jim's Pool Care? Interview with James Middleton
Matt Deal
Member of Jim's Window and Pressure Cleaning Division
Jim's Group – Window and Pressure Cleaning Division
Episode: I tried independent, then went with Jim's Window & Pressure Cleaning - Interview with Matt Deal
Jordan Rogerson
Franchisee at Jim's Mowing; runs Jordans Mowing YouTube channel
Jim's Mowing
Episode: Jordans Mowing shares his story and how he has built a massive following online!
Grant Osborne
Long-time Jim's Group member, commercial operations expert
Jim's Group
Episode: 27 years in Jim's Mowing, why do I stay? Interview with Grant Osborne
Mitchell Dennis
New franchisee in Jim's Mowing, 18 months in
Jim's Mowing
Episode: 18 Month Update with Mitch from Jim's Mowing (Income/Profit)
Carmen Cook
Original franchisor for Jim's Cleaning in Illawarra
Jim's Cleaning Group
Episode: From Anytime Fitness to Jim's Cleaning Franchisor, Interview with Carmen Cook
James Haywood
Franchisee, Jim's Life Coaching Ballarat
Jim's Life Coaching
Episode: "Coaching, literally saved my life" - Interview with James Haywood from Jim's Life Coaching
Tyronne De Silva
Franchisee, Car Detailing division; Lifetime Achievement award recipient
Jim's Car Detailing (Jim's Group)
Episode: Why did Tyronne De Silva win our Jim's Lifetime Achievement award? He reveals why!
Mitch Blake
Franchisor for Jim's Mowing, former franchisee
Jim's Group
Episode: Jim's Mowing Franchisor shares his regional update and some great stories about his franchise owners progress

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Joel Kleber
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Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 39 ratings
  • Real people. Real stories.

    A great insight into owning a small business from simple one on one chats with those that do the work themselves. Ordinary, everyday Australians who have taken the leap into business and have truly extraordinary stories and results.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    dinga1919
    Australia6 months ago
  • Great watch!

    Love listening! Very honest and unbiased. Great insight into the Jim’s world.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Steven Sousamlis
    Australia10 months ago
  • Great insight into and Australian icon

    A great insight into the principles that drive Jim in business and life. His sincerity and commitment to service shine through. Thanks to Jim and Joel for making this podcast available to people outside of the Jim’s Group.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    dylannickelson
    Australia5 years ago
  • Great innovation

    Great innovation and so unique to the Australian franchising industry that one of its biggest players has its own podcast. Jim is great and provides so much value in every episode.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    JoelKleber
    Australia6 years ago
  • The Jimscast

    An open, authentic and informative discussion series

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    sim76w
    Australia7 years ago

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Honest, authentic discussions with practical business insights.
Open, informative, and valuable for anyone involved in franchising or considering joining.
Shows the human side of running a franchise and building a brand.

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#ASKJIM from our August 2026 new franchisee training with Jim Penman and Joel Kleber
Q: What is the importance of a good bookkeeper and how should a franchisee approach growth with existing vs. new clients?
Maintain strong bookkeeping to avoid tax surprises, and prioritize building a solid roster of regular clients when expanding; buying established businesses with clients can accelerate momentum, but the decision depends on cost and potential returns.
#ASKJIM from our August 2026 new franchisee training with Jim Penman and Joel Kleber
Q: No Other Way question: If you were a life coach, what would be your number one suggestion for someone at a crossroads?
The best approach is to tailor guidance to what the individual wants to achieve, focusing on meaning and families as much as money; align actions with a clear purpose rather than chasing wealth for its own sake.
I tried independent, then went with Jim's Window & Pressure Cleaning - Interview with Matt Deal
Q: What initially attracted you to Jim's before you joined the franchise?
Matt appreciated the brand recognition, the supportive lead system, and the potential to scale without paying a revenue share, which suggested a clearer path to profitability compared to other franchises.
14 years with Jim's Mowing: franchisee to franchisor - Interview with Jim's Mowing
Q: So Jason, do you want to talk about yourself first and how you got involved with Jim's Mowing?
Jason describes his background in Canberra, including working in family bike shops, a stint as a professional triathlete overseas, and how gardening work and changes in the market led him to buy a Jim's Mowing franchise about 14 years ago. He explains his ongoing role as franchisor while remaining on the tools, and how he and his partner Monica support franchisees through mentoring, scheduling, and technology.
A Jim's Mowing franchisee did $450k in his first year?
Q: What's the key to converting agents and growing a referral-based pipeline within Jim's system?
The host explains that a strong conversation about services, a formal referral program giving agents a 10% share of invoices, and ongoing relationship-building with agents (plus the Jim's brand backing) are central to turning agents into a steady source of high-value work.

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The show centers on real-world experiences inside a large Australian franchise network, with episodes featuring franchisees, divisional leaders, and the chief operator sharing practical insights on growth, operations, training, and brand strategy. Topics span expanding service offerings, leveraging digital marketing and lead generation, cross-divisional opportunities, franchisee welfare, and the human side of running a family-backed business. Notable angles include healthcare and wellbeing within the network, the value of training and culture, and how technology, AI tools, and community networks help drive growth in a highly relationship-driven franchise system. The format tends to blend tactical how-tos with leadership philosophy, mentorsh... more

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1. James Middleton
2. Matt Deal
3. Jordan Rogerson
4. Grant Osborne
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6. Carmen Cook
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8. Tyronne De Silva

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