Impact Without Limits

In this week’s episode, Dale and Brian explore how honesty, without context, can unintentionally mislead. They share how “naked truth” moments—like an early ForeverLawn sales call gone wrong—taught them the importance of communicating the whole story.

They also reflect on the significance of Deliverance Day, a powerful reminder of God’s provision during their decade-long legal battle, and how moments of gratitude keep their business...

In this episode of Impact Without Limits, Dale and Brian explore the axiom “Be Authentically Good,” unpacking what it means to live with genuine integrity rather than playing the role of a “good person” for personal gain. 

Through personal stories—ranging from used car shopping to unexpected moments on a job site—they reveal how authenticity builds trust and how people can often sense when someone’s actions don’t align with the...

What do a can of 7UP and a pair of dirty shoes have to do with closing a sale and building meaningful relationships? 

In this episode, Brian and Dale reflect on a small but powerful story that highlights how thoughtful gestures—no matter how simple—can make a lasting impact. Sometimes, it's not about the product or the pitch; it's about showing people you truly see them.

With humor and candid storytelling, the brothers unpa...

When everyone talks at once with different messages, the result is confusion. But when voices unite around a shared mission and vision, the message doesn’t just become clear—it carries power.

In this episode of Impact Without Limits, Dale and Brian share why speaking with one voice is important—whether leading a business, raising a family, or building strong relationships. They discuss how alignment brings clarity, why repetition re...

In this episode of Impact Without Limits, the Karmie brothers unpack the three essential commodities in business: Time, Talent, and Treasure. 

They share personal stories from the early days of building their business—when money and skill were scarce, but they had time to invest. Through sales calls, installs, and leadership development, they learned that every investment—whether of time, money, or knowledge—yields a return. 

In this episode, Brian and Dale unpack the axiom of Next Level Risk. Whether you’re starting a business, scaling a team, or investing in systems, growth always requires stepping out of your comfort zone—and into uncertainty.

The brothers reflect on their own journey building ForeverLawn, sharing real stories of risks that paid off (and some that didn’t). From hiring their first office manager on a tight budget to outsourcing account...

In this wrap-up episode, Brian and Dale revisit the four business stages—Startup, Running Man, Builder, and Legacy—and reflect on how they've experienced and moved through each phase. 

From growth and setbacks to rebuilding and long-term strategy, they share real stories, lessons learned, and what makes a business truly sellable. Whether you're in the early grind or building for legacy, this episode will help you eval...

In this episode, Brian and Dale dive into the final stage of the business journey—the Legacy Business. What does it look like to build something that outlives you? 

They break down how systems and key people create the freedom for a business to thrive without its founder at the center. From the challenges of letting go and protecting culture to the joy of empowering others and thinking long-term, the brothers share hard-earned ...

In this special Independence Day episode, Dale & Brian take a deeper look at the true meaning of freedom—beyond fireworks and parades. From the faith-filled foundations of the nation to the battles fought for liberty, they explore how divine providence, sacrifice, and moral conviction shaped America. It’s a stirring reminder of why history matters—and what’s at stake if it's forgotten.

This Fourth of July, let us honor the ...

In this episode, Dale and Brian explore the Builder Stage—the third phase in the four-stage business journey. After navigating the Startup and Running Man phases, the Builder Stage marks a pivotal shift: business owners begin expanding beyond themselves. It’s a time of hiring a team, opening the “front door” to customers, and establishing deeper roots that bring real substance to the business.

The brothers discuss the transition fro...

In this episode of Impact Without Limits, the Karmie brothers continue their Business Stages series with the ‘Running Man’ Stage.

A "Running Man" is typically a one-person operation where the business is synonymous with the owner's name, like “Joe the Plumber” or “Mary the Landscaper.” Though they might have helpers or part-time assistance, the business only functions when that owner is actively working. They often tr...

In this episode, Dale and Brian kick off a four-part series exploring business stages. Since identifying these stages back in 2016, they’ve seen them appear everywhere—from ForeverLawn dealers to businesses far beyond their network.

This first installment dives into the Startup Stage, where excitement is high, energy is strong, and everything feels new. But without motion, learning, and investment—of time, resources, and commitment—...

In this episode, Dale and Brian reflect on the powerful words their father, Fred Karmie, lived by: "Faith looks up, hope looks ahead, and love looks all around to see whom it can help." These timeless values—rooted in 1 Corinthians 13—shaped his life and legacy, from his courageous journey out of Syria to building a life of purpose and service in America.

This episode is not just about remembering his legacy but about...

This week on the Impact Without Limits podcast, Brian and Dale dive into one of their most-used ForeverLawn Axioms: "You can't steer a parked car."

Through stories, laughs, and real-life lessons, they unpack how progress requires motion—whether you’re heading in the right direction or need a U-turn. From navigating wrong turns in business to driving the wrong way on a one-way street (true story!), this episode is...

In this episode of Impact Without Limits, Dale and Brian unpack the power of excellence—how being truly good at what you do creates a ripple effect that draws opportunity your way. Whether in business or life, when you're faithful in the little things, bigger doors begin to open.

Rooted in biblical wisdom and real-life experience, this episode will challenge and encourage you to stop striving for the next big break—and sta...

In this episode, Dale and Brian share another powerful axiom that’s shaped their entrepreneurial journey: Create the Need - Then Fill it. 

Too often in business, there’s a temptation to have every system, piece of equipment, and answer in place before taking the first step. But as they’ve learned firsthand, waiting for perfection can stall progress and even drain resources.

From selling projects in Albuquerque before they had a forma...

Conflict is part of doing business—but how you respond can either make things worse or turn things around completely. In this episode of Impact Without Limits, Dale and Brian unpack ‘Dale’s 3 D’s’—Disarm, Defend, Define—and explain why the order of those steps makes all the difference.

They share real stories, including one about a frustrated dealer and another about an unhappy customer, showing how simply listening and letting...

In this episode of Impact Without Limits, Brian and Dale unpack one of ForeverLawn’s most powerful axioms: Always Take the Check.

What started as a tense sales moment—when Dale was warned not to take a customer’s check after hearing news of their parent company's bankruptcy—turned into a defining moment for the brothers. The customer insisted. Dale accepted. And in doing so, a philosophy was born.

But this isn’t about ...

In this episode, Dale and Brian dive into the axiom "Don't eat your seed corn," a powerful metaphor for long-term growth in both business and life. They share personal stories from their early entrepreneurial days, explaining how they chose to reinvest every bit of early profit back into their business—even at the expense of personal comfort.

By resisting the temptation of instant gratification, they prioritized ...