Side Hustle Squad
by Mike Garvey
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Ep 380. Andy Greyson on Kress and the Future of Outdoor Power…
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About this podcast
Welcome to the Side Hustle Squad Podcast with your host, Mike Garvey! My goal is to provide entrepreneurs with all the tools and resources they need to start and succeed in the lawn care industry on the side while working a full-time career. Whether you're a seasoned pro or just starting out, or thinking about taking the leap into starting a business, this podcast will help you build and grow. Guests from the green industry and beyond will be on the show to share their experiences and advice. I provide in-depth interviews with successful entrepreneurs, offering insight into what it takes to succeed in running a business.
I will also discuss the various aspects of the lawn care industry, from equipment and industry trends to stories and experiences from my own lawn care business successes and failures. You will leave each episode feeling informed, empowered, and ready to hustle. No matter what stage of the journey you're in, the Side Hustle Squad is here to help you succeed. Tune in every week for the latest interviews, tips, tricks, and advice for growing your business.
Episodes
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- Ep 380. Andy Greyson on Kress and the Future of Outdoor Power Equipment! · 24 minMike sits down with Andy Greyson of Kress to talk about the company's outdoor power equipment and where the industry is headed. They discuss the shift toward battery-powered…
- Ep 379. The Future of Mini Skid Steers with Joey Breja of Vermeer! · 23 minAt PodRow, Mike sits down with Joey Breja, Engineering Manager at Vermeer, to talk about mini skid steers and what's ahead for the category. They discuss what's new at Vermeer…
- Ep 378. Side Hustle Strategies for Green Industry Entrepreneurs · 1 h 1 minIndustry professionals gathering at events like the Equip Expo and Pod House discuss the rapid evolution of green industry technology, particularly the rise of autonomous robotic…
- Ep 377. Live from Pod Row: What to Expect at Equip Expo 2026! · 21 minLarry is back on the show, and we're recording live from Pod Row at Equip Expo 2026! We're talking all things PodHouse: where to find us, what we've got planned, and what to…
- Ep 376. Building Five-Star Experiences · 55 minMike Garvey and Eric Triplett (The Pond Digger and host of The Deep End Podcast), discuss the challenges of securing online ratings and building a five-star service culture…
- Ep 375. Every Season Brings a New Challenge! · 15 minI'm sharing updates from Coastal Fertilization, our North Jersey expansion, and what's happening at ROPED as Equip Expo gets closer. Then I get into a lesson every business owner…
- Ep 374. Robotic Mowing Is Growing Up: What Happens After the Demo? · 9 minRobotic mowing is about more than watching a machine cut grass. Mike shares a ROPED update and talks about choosing the right property, bringing the crew into the process…
- Ep 373. Is That New Equipment Worth It? Do the Math Before You Buy · 11 minBefore you buy that mower, truck, aerator, or new piece of battery equipment, make sure it can earn its place in your business. Mike breaks down how to identify the problem…
- Ep 372. You Don't Need More Leads, You Need Better Follow-Up! · 12 minMost business owners think slow sales mean they need more advertising, more leads, and a bigger marketing budget. But the real opportunity may already be sitting in your inbox…
- Ep 371. The Fall Business Audit Part 2: Equipment, Marketing & Auditing Yourself · 10 minIn Part Two of the Fall Business Audit, Mike finishes breaking down the areas every business owner should evaluate before the year ends. Are your trucks and equipment making you…
- Ep 370. The Fall Business Audit Part 1: Numbers, Customers, Pricing & Your Team · 13 minBefore you begin planning for next year, you need an honest assessment of how your business performed this year. In Part 1 of our Fall Business Audit, Mike breaks down four…
- Ep 369. How to Get 25 Google Reviews in 30 Days! · 14 minGoogle reviews can be one of the most powerful—and least expensive—ways to grow a local service business. In this episode, Mike breaks down a practical 30-day strategy for…
- Ep 368. Why Aren't You Offering Aeration and Seeding Yet? · 14 minIf you already service lawns but aren't offering aeration and overseeding, you could be leaving significant revenue on the table. In this episode, Mike explains why it's an…
- Ep 367. First Time at Equip Expo? Some Things You Need to Know! · 10 minHeading to Equip Expo for the first time? Don't walk into one of the industry's biggest trade shows without a plan. Mike shares ten practical tips to help you navigate the show…
- Ep 366. Back to School for Your Business: The Fall Reset Every Owner Needs · 11 minBack-to-school season isn't just for the kids, it's also the perfect time to reset your business. In this episode, Mike shares a few things every business owner should review…
- Ep 365. Did you get a Negative Review? Here's What to Do! · 10 minWhat should you do when a customer complains, leaves a negative Google review, or disputes a charge after the work was completed? Mike discusses how business owners can respond…
- Ep 364. The Opportunity Is in the Follow-Up! · 13 minA great meeting, event, or introduction can open the door, but the follow-up is what turns that opportunity into real business. In this episode, Mike discusses the momentum…
- Ep 363. The Future Is Here: Inside the ROPED × Kress Event! · 13 minWe're recapping an incredible ROPED event that brought together landscaping professionals, business leaders, Kress leadership, and people interested in the future of outdoor…
- Ep 362. Fill the Schedule with Aeration and Seeding! · 7 minFall is coming, and now is the time to start filling the schedule. In this quick episode, I break down what we're doing to create urgency around aeration and overseeding…
- Ep 361. Big Moves in New Jersey: Coastal Growth, ROPED & the Kress Live Event! · 9 minA lot is happening right now, so I wanted to jump on for a quick update. I talk about what's going on at Coastal Fertilization & Weed Control, the continued growth of Coastal of…
- Ep 360. 3 Business Questions I Get Asked All the Time! · 12 minIn this solo episode, I'm answering three of the business questions I get asked all the time: What's the best piece of business advice I've ever received? What would I do…
- Ep 359. Beyond the Demo: Building the ROPED Live Experience! · 17 minIn this episode, I sit down to talk about what we're building with ROPED and why our upcoming live event is about a lot more than just demonstrating equipment. We're bringing…
- Ep 358. What's Coming to Louisville? Naylor Taliaferro Talks LCR Summit & Equip Expo! · 29 minEric Triplett and I sit down with Naylor Taliaferro from PodHouse at the Lawn & Landscape Technology Conference to talk about what he has cooking for Louisville. We get into some…
- Ep 357. What Happened at PodHouse Scottsdale?Lawn & Landscape Tech Conference Debrief! · 1 h 22 minMike Garvey and Eric Triplett sit down at PodHouse Scottsdale to recap the Lawn & Landscape Technology Conference. We talk about what stood out at the show, some of our biggest…
- Ep 356. Building Together: Business, Marriage & Scaling Marshall Lawn Solutions! · 32 minMichelle Marshall joins the podcast to share what it's really like building a successful business alongside her husband, Eric at Marshall Lawn Solutions. We dive into the unique…
- Ep 355. Build It to Sell: What Private Equity Really Wants with Dennis Hering! · 24 minIf you plan to exit your business one day, this episode is a must-listen. Mike sits down with Dennis Hering of Advisory Investment Bank, a firm that specializes in helping home…
- Ep 354. Build It to Sell: Creating a Business That Can Thrive Without You! · 38 minRecorded live from Pod Row at the Lawn & Landscape Technology Conference, sponsored by LCR Summit, Mike Garvey sits down with Eric Triplett to tackle a question every business…
- Ep 353. PodHouse Scottsdale Presented by Permagreen: Bringing the Podcast Studio to Lawn & Landscape Technology Conference! · 13 minPodHouse is headed to the Lawn & Landscape Technology Conference in Scottsdale, Arizona! In this episode, I break down what makes this event such a valuable gathering for the…
- Ep 352. AI Isn't Replacing You. It's Replacing the Person Who Doesn't Use It! · 14 minAI is changing business faster than almost any technology we've seen—but it's not here to replace entrepreneurs. It's here to make them better. In this episode, I break down how…
- Ep 351. Updates, New Opportunities & What's Next! · 7 minIn this quick update episode, I'm sharing what's been happening behind the scenes—from everything that came out of Profit Accelerator Live to the exciting growth we're seeing…
- Ep 350. Build the Brand Without Becoming the Bottleneck! · 31 minMike sits down with Eric Triplett to talk about one of the biggest challenges entrepreneurs face: building a personal brand without becoming the bottleneck in their business…
- Ep 349. Fish Tanks and Ponds: Eric Triplett on Full Time vs Side Hustle! · 27 minEric Triplett joins me to share how his entrepreneurial journey started in the aquarium business—and why he still maintains that original side hustle today. We also talk about…
- Ep 348. You Don't Scale Businesses, You Scale People! · 33 minIn this episode of the Side Hustle Squad Podcast, Eric Triplett and I dive into one of the most important lessons in business: putting the right people in the right positions. A…
- Ep 347. How Many Businesses Is Too Many? A Real Conversation About Side Hustles, Focus & Growth! · 31 minRecorded live at Profit Accelerator Live, Eric Triplett and I dive into one of the biggest questions entrepreneurs face: How many businesses is too many? We have an honest…
- Ep 346. Why Every Local Business Owner Should Join Their Chamber of Commerce · 14 minThis week, I'm sharing my experience attending a Greater Toms River Chamber of Commerce networking event and why local business owners should seriously consider getting involved…
- Ep 345. Lessons Learned Launching ROPED: What Nobody Tells You About Starting a Business! · 16 minLaunching a new business sounds exciting, and it is, but there are plenty of challenges nobody talks about. In this episode, Mike Garvey pulls back the curtain on the launch of…
- Ep 344. The Fall Gold Rush: Our Complete Aeration & Overseeding Marketing Playbook! · 15 minSpring may be winding down, but the smartest lawn care companies are already planning for fall. In this episode of the Side Hustle Squad Podcast, I break down our complete…
- Ep 343. On the Road: Shop Updates, Robotics, North Jersey Growth & What's Next! · 17 minIn this laid-back, on-the-road episode of the Side Hustle Squad Podcast, I clipped on the microphones, hit the road for a robotic mower installation, and brought you along for…
- Ep 342. The Spring Slowdown: Why This Might Be the Most Important Time of the Year! · 12 minThe spring rush is over, the phones aren't ringing quite as much, and many business owners start wondering what's next. But what if the slowdown isn't a problem? What if it's…
- Ep 341. Paul Jamison interviews Mike at the Rehlko Event in Louisville, KY! · 24 minAt the Rehlko Guinness World Record event in Louisville, Kentucky, Paul Jamison turns the microphone around and interviews Mike Garvey about one of the biggest moves of his…
- Ep 340. Spring Rush Recap, Business Updates & Preparing for the Rest of the Season! · 12 minIn this solo episode of The Side Hustle Squad Podcast, I share a behind-the-scenes update on everything happening across my businesses. I talk about the growth and progress of…
- Ep 339. Inside Equip Expo 2026 with Kris Kiser: What's New, What's Next, and the Move to Orlando · 26 minIn this episode of The Side Hustle Squad Podcast, I sit down with Kris Kiser, President and CEO of the Outdoor Power Equipment Institute and the driving force behind Equip…
- Ep 338. The Wake-Up Call: Lamont Hairston on Hip Replacement, Recovery & Building a Business That Can Run Without You! · 36 minIn this episode of The Side Hustle Squad Podcast, we sit down with Lamont Hairston from Hairston Property Management to talk about something every business owner eventually faces…
- Ep 337. Catching Up with Cornell Mack: Spring Rush, Live Events & What's Next at Equip Expo · 29 minRecorded live from Louisville, Kentucky, at REHLKO's Guinness World Record event, Mike sits down with Cornell Mack for a wide-ranging conversation on business, leadership, and…
- Ep 336. Spring Rush Catch-Up with Larry Delli Santi | ROPED, Coastal Fertilization & Amazing Creations Update! · 40 minLarry Delli Santi is back on the mic! While out at the RELHKO Guinness World Record event in Louisville, Mike and Larry finally got a chance to sit down and catch up during the…
- Ep 335. Surviving the Spring Rush w/ Naylor Taliaferro + Profit Accelerator Live! · 58 minSpring rush is here, and for contractors, that means long days, packed schedules, stress, and growth opportunities all happening at once. In this episode, Mike sits down with…
- Ep 334. Spring Rush: How We're Getting More Customers Right Now! · 15 minSpring is here, and this is the season where businesses either gain momentum or get left behind. In this episode of The Side Hustle Squad Podcast, Mike talks about real-world…
- Ep 333. Robotic Mowing Is Here… So Why Are People Still Fighting It? First Kress Install & Demo Breakdown! · 17 minIn this episode, Mike breaks down ROPED's very first real-world robotic mowing demo and installation — and the reactions were exactly what you'd expect. The customer was excited…
- Ep 332. Why Contractors Need to Get Serious About LinkedIn! · 9 minFor years, most blue-collar businesses focused heavily on Facebook and Instagram, but LinkedIn has quietly become one of the best platforms for networking, partnerships…
- Ep 331. Why You Need to Be in the Room: Live Events That Can Change Your Business! · 13 minIn this episode, Mike breaks down why attending live events is one of the most powerful ways to grow your business. With upcoming stops at a RELHKO event attempting a Guinness…
