Is It Time to Quit? What to Do When Landscaping Drains You- MDL Episode 361

Ever felt like this business is breaking you?

You’re not alone—and you’re not weak. In this episode, Scott gets brutally honest about burnout in the landscaping world. From long days in the field to nonstop client demands, broken equipment, and crew no-shows—it adds up fast. And sometimes, it makes you question whether it’s all worth it If you’ve ever thought about walking away from your business, this episode is for you.

 

You’ll learn:

✅ What burnout actually looks like (it’s not always obvious)

✅ Why most landscapers carry too much for too long—and how to stop

✅ How to simplify your business so you stop dreading work

✅ The mindset shift that saved Scott from burning it all down

✅ What to do when you’ve “lost the spark” but still want to make it work

 

Scott shares his own story, what he’s hearing from coaching clients, and simple but powerful ways to pull yourself out of the chaos—without quitting your business or sacrificing your sanity.

 

🎯 Quick win: Take 15 minutes today. Write down what’s working, what’s not, and what would make this feel easier. You don’t need a full plan—you just need to start.

 

👉 Feeling stuck? You don’t have to do this alone. DM Scott or book a call at www.milliondollarlandscaper.com

 

📒 Show Notes 📒

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