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Trades Talk Podcast

Justin White
Landscaping
Hiring Crisis
Construction Industry
Landscaping Industry
Landscape Industry
Workforce Retention
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Team Engine
Business Growth
Equip Expo
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Leadership
Top Green
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Trades Talk Podcast is a captivating and dynamic program that is led by Justin White. He’ll delve into the triumphs of various trade industries, showcasing the successes of those who have made a significant impact. With his extensive network of industry connections, Justin provides an unparalleled view into the world of visionary leaders. Prepare to be inspired and enlightened with the trade secre... more

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This week on Trades Talk, Justin White sits down with Jeff Soch, General Manager of NAIAD Irrigation, to break down how a seasonal irrigation company scaled from a small operation into a multi million dollar service machine powered by software, syste... more

This week on Trades Talk, Justin White is joined by Sean Laux, who leads Technology and Innovation at K&D Landscaping, for a major milestone update that signals where the industry is headed next.

From Bandon Dunes, Justin and Sean break down the arr... more

This week on Trades Talk, Justin White sits down with Kevin Scott, founder of Muskoka Landscaper and advisor with Leanscaper, for a deep conversation on scaling a high end design build company without losing control, culture, or profitability.

From ... more

On this weekly Update on Trades Talk, Justin White breaks down one of the biggest shifts happening across the trades right now, the rise of AI agents, robotics, and what it means for the future of how landscape companies operate.

From rolling out Kr... more

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Recent Guests

Brian Fullerton
Lawn care entrepreneur and founder of Brian's Lawn Maintenance and Lawntrepreneur Academy
Brian's Lawn Maintenance; Lawntrepreneur Academy
Episode: How Brian Fullerton Built One of the Biggest Lawn Care Brands in the Industry
Derek Clelan
Founder of Your Haven
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Episode: Bonus Episode: Derek Clelan & Your Haven are Revolutionizing Design-Build
Richard Sperber
Founder of Sperber Landscape Companies; former head of ValleyCrest
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Episode: How Richard Sperber Built Billion Dollar Landscape Companies and Why He Walked Away From Sperber
Jonathan Goldhill
Business coach and author; hosts The Disruptive Successor podcast
The Goldhill Group
Episode: Disrupting the Next Generation: Jonathan Goldhill on Scaling Family Businesses
Mike Perlof
Co-host of HOA Pros Podcast
HOA Pros Podcast
Episode: Unlocking the HOA Market with Mike Perlof and Kara Foley of HOA Pros Podcast
Kara Foley
Co-host of HOA Pros Podcast
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Episode: Unlocking the HOA Market with Mike Perlof and Kara Foley of HOA Pros Podcast
Chris Angelo
Founder of Stay Green Inc.
Stay Green Inc.
Episode: How Chris Angelo Scaled Stay Green Inc into a California Powerhouse
Aaron Witt
Landscape contractor and founder of Dirt Talk, influential voice in construction and landscaping
Dirt Talk
Episode: Leadership, Labor, and Technology with Aaron Witt of Dirt Talk
Benji Carlson
Host of LeanScaper Podcast
LeanScaper
Episode: Benji Carlson on Building a Revenue Engine with LeanScaper

Host

Justin White
Host of the show, leveraging a wide network in trades and leadership to explore growth, technology, and business strategy.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 44 ratings
  • INSPIRATION

    What I love most about Justin isn’t just the way he runs the podcast—it’s how relatable he is. He has a way of making you feel like you’re sitting across the table having a real conversation. The stories he shares, the lessons from leaders in the trades, and the advice he draws out are not only practical but also inspiring on a personal level.

    Justin has been a huge inspiration to me. The way he connects with people, lifts up their stories, and shares wisdom from the trenches makes me want to k... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    PhilGarza
    United States7 months ago
  • Landscaping Must Listen!!!

    If you are in Landscaping or the trades you do not want to miss this podcast. Great information coming from this podcast!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Landscaper1993
    United States8 months ago
  • Inspired ideas and conversation from the succeeding generation

    This is not regurgitated industry talking points.

    Trades Talk is ... interviews with a personal/professional edge.

    Both hosts asking questions and flushing out practices that challenge preordained behaviors within the trades. During conversations with any quest, both Maggie and Justin often have a knack for asking great questions or helping ideas flow as the podcast moves along.

    Its never to late to learn and be entertained. This is not a thought stopping cliche of industry retreads... more

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    aptjps
    United States2 years ago
  • A must listen for any aspiring entrepreneur and trades professional

    This show brings the best guests to the masses in a unique format that keeps you entertained!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Justin White - K&D
    United States2 years ago

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Polished host with practical insights for trades leaders
Content regularly highlights technology and modernization in the trades
Guests bring credible, hands-on experience in scaling businesses
Strong value for entrepreneurs seeking growth and strategic planning

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Bonus Episode: Derek Clelan & Your Haven are Revolutionizing Design-Build
Q: How does the Your Haven Design Academy fit into their growth strategy?
The academy is a paid internship that trains young landscape architects in their systems, with the end goal of offering graduates full-time roles. It addresses fulfillment bottlenecks by building a pipeline of qualified designers and elevating overall design quality.
Bonus Episode: Derek Clelan & Your Haven are Revolutionizing Design-Build
Q: What sparked the shift from a one-off design model to a membership-based design service?
The guests explain that moving to a recurring design-system model allows them to scale, provide consistent support to contractors, and deepen relationships with homeowners, which in turn creates higher value and recurring revenue rather than relying on single projects.
Benji Carlson on Building a Revenue Engine with LeanScaper
Q: What do you think are the most unhealthy views landscapers have about building a revenue machine in their business?
Common myths include the idea that growth requires geographic expansion, that the owner must be involved in every sale, and that raising prices will cause client loss. The guest argues that a strong sales team with strategic oversight, combined with pricing power and a focus on what the company does best, leads to sustainable revenue growth without overburdening leadership.
Disrupting the Next Generation: Jonathan Goldhill on Scaling Family Businesses
Q: What are you seeing as operators in the mid-market regarding AI adoption, and are they embracing it?
Mid-market operators are broadly recognizing the need to adopt AI, making significant progress, but the key challenge is using it effectively to genuinely move the business forward rather than just checking a box.
Weekly Update #29: AI Agents, Revenue Growth, and the 2026 Game Plan
Q: What's the best practice for hiring?
Have a clear strategy, a rating system, conduct interviews over multiple occasions, and avoid hiring based solely on likability.

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Trades-focused business conversations featuring leaders from the trades and landscaping sectors. Episodes cover rapid company growth, leadership development, design-build transitions, adoption of automation and AI, and strategies for wealth planning and exit readiness. The show often features operators, founders, and executives discussing lessons learned, culture building, and how technology, automation, and new market opportunities reshape field service businesses. A notable pattern is blending practical operations advice with strategic insights on scaling, marketing, and managing teams, making it useful for owners, managers, and aspiring leaders seeking actionable takeaways.

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1. The Commercial Landscaper Podcast
2. The Deal Factory
3. The LeanScaper Podcast
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Recent guests on Trades Talk Podcast include:

1. Brian Fullerton
2. Derek Clelan
3. Richard Sperber
4. Jonathan Goldhill
5. Mike Perlof
6. Kara Foley
7. Chris Angelo
8. Aaron Witt

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