Million Dollar Landscaper Podcast

In this episode of the Million Dollar Landscaper Podcast, host Scott Molchan reveals why just getting leads isn’t enough—and why so many landscapers keep falling into the feast-or-famine marketing trap.

You hustle to get leads when things are slow… then get too busy to keep marketing. The cycle repeats. Sound familiar? The truth is, marketing isn’t just about getting leads—it’s about having a system that attracts, converts, and r...

In this episode of the Million Dollar Landscaper Podcast, host Scott Molchan breaks down one of the most overlooked but powerful marketing tools for landscapers—your Google Business Profile (GBP).

Most landscapers focus on websites, but here’s the truth: GBP is the first thing potential customers see when they search for landscapers in their area. If your profile isn’t set up or optimized, you’re leaving money on the table.

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In this episode of the Million Dollar Landscaper Podcast, host Scott Molchan sits down with Ezra McCarthy of Green Frog Web Design to tackle one of the biggest struggles for landscapers—getting stuck working in their business instead of on it.

Most landscapers start their business because they’re great at what they do, but before they know it, they’re buried in the day-to-day grind—sharpening mower blades, handling customer calls...

In this episode of the Million Dollar Landscaper Podcast, host Scott Molchan sits down with Derek and Kelli Shaw of Hey Lieu to uncover a game-changing strategy for landscapers—leveraging Virtual Assistants (VAs) to save time, reduce costs, and streamline business operations.

Running a landscaping business is overwhelming, and administrative tasks can quickly eat up your time. But what if you could outsource those tasks to highly s...

In this episode of the Million Dollar Landscaper Podcast, host Scott Molchan sits down with Carl Sorensen of Sites4Contractors to tackle one of the biggest problems landscapers face—a website that isn’t bringing in leads.

If your website is just sitting there, not getting you calls, messages, or jobs, this episode is for you. Carl shares the must-have elements of a high-converting website, the biggest mistakes landscapers make (a...

In this episode of the Million Dollar Landscaper Podcast, hosts Scott and Kati Molchan dig into one of the most overlooked but critical aspects of running a successful landscaping business: your P&L (Profit and Loss) statement.

If you’ve ever wondered why your profits don’t match up with what’s in your bank account, or how other landscapers claim they’re hitting sky-high profit margins, this episode is for you.

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In this episode of the Million Dollar Landscaper Podcast, hosts Scott and Kati Molchan dive into the art of customer communication and how it can transform your landscaping business.

If you’ve ever struggled with getting clients to call you back, managing customer expectations, or keeping up with today’s fast-paced communication methods, this episode is for you.

Scott and Kati break down why communication is one of the most cri...

In this episode of the Million Dollar Landscaper Podcast, host Scott Molchan teams up with Jake and Cody from Evergrow Marketing to reveal marketing strategies that every landscaping and lawn care business owner needs to know. If you’ve ever felt like you’re throwing money at ads without seeing results, this episode is for you.

Jake and Cody dive deep into the data-driven strategies they use to help landscapers across the country...

In this episode of the Million Dollar Landscaper Podcast, host Scott Molchan sits down with Matt Smith, seasoned entrepreneur and host of the Service Industry Podcast, to help landscapers kick off 2025 with a clear and actionable plan for crushing their revenue goals.

Matt shares his proven goal-setting system that’s helped countless home service business owners grow from six to seven figures. From breaking down yearly goals into...

In this episode of the Million Dollar Landscaper Podcast, host Scott Molchan kicks off the New Year with a short but powerful message to help landscapers set the stage for a successful 2025—without the overwhelm of long-term resolutions.

Scott gets real about starting the year under the weather and shares practical tips for reflecting on 2024, setting realistic goals, and taking care of yourself so you can thrive in both life and...

In this replay episode of the Million Dollar Landscaper Podcast, host Scott Molchan sits down with Laura Reale of AquaReale and BlueGreen Marketing to uncover the secrets to building and retaining a stellar landscaping team that’s motivated, loyal, and ready to grow with your business.

Laura shares her proven strategies for overcoming the challenges of hiring and keeping great employees in an industry notorious for high turnover. F...

In this episode of the Million Dollar Landscaper Podcast, host Scott Molchan breaks down a step-by-step process for delivering professional landscaping estimates that help you stand out, win more jobs, and increase profits.

Scott dives into the entire estimating process—from the moment you pull up to a customer’s property to presenting a polished quote that builds trust and closes deals. Whether you’re new to the estimating game or...

In this episode of the Million Dollar Landscaper Podcast, host Kati Molchan dives into a topic that’s shaking up the landscaping world: artificial intelligence (AI) and how tools like ChatGPT can transform your business.

Kati tackles the common misconceptions landscapers have about AI—"It doesn’t mow lawns or dig holes, so why bother?"—and explains why embracing ChatGPT can help simplify your day-to-day operations, save time, and...

In this episode of the Million Dollar Landscaper Podcast, host Scott Molchan sits down with Ezra McCarthy, founder of Green Frog Web Design, to tackle a critical topic for landscapers: goal setting and planning for 2025.

Scott and Ezra discuss why so many landscapers find themselves stuck year after year and how setting SMART (Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, Time-bound) goals can change the game. Using real-world exam...

In this episode of the Million Dollar Landscaper Podcast, host Scott Molchan reflects on Thanksgiving and dives into one of the most important—and often overlooked—aspects of running a landscaping business: making sure your pricing includes your paycheck.

Scott shares why Gross Profit alone isn’t enough to measure your success and explains how overlooking Net Profit—and failing to pay yourself a livable wage—can leave your busine...

In this episode of the Million Dollar Landscaper Podcast, host Scott Molchan dives into one of the most common yet misunderstood challenges landscapers face: why hard work and solid Gross Profit margins aren’t translating into a healthy bank account.

Scott shares a recent conversation with a client whose Gross Profit margin sat at a respectable 47%, but with a Net Profit of just 2%, they were on the brink of financial trouble. Th...

In this episode of the Million Dollar Landscaper Podcast, host Scott Molchan sits down with Mike Andes to tackle one of the most pressing challenges for landscapers today: hiring and keeping reliable team members in a tough labor market. With 155 Augusta Lawn Care locations and a proven track record of success, Mike has implemented groundbreaking strategies that go beyond traditional hiring tactics—strategies any landscaping busine...

In this episode of the Million Dollar Landscaper Podcast, host Scott Molchan tackles a topic that every landscaping business owner can benefit from as the year winds down: how to finish strong and set yourself up for a profitable 2025. With the season wrapping up and many landscapers finding it tougher to sell work this year, Scott dives into strategies that can make all the difference.

Scott shares how to leverage your year-end ...

In this episode of the Million Dollar Landscaper Podcast, hosts Kati and Scott Molchan dive into a common challenge for landscaping business owners: unclear roles and responsibilities. When everyone’s on a different page, tasks fall through the cracks, tensions rise, and efficiency takes a hit. But with the right structure and communication, you can turn things around—no matter the size of your team.

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