Nov 14, 2023
In this podcast episode, we dive into the world of lawn care business expansion and acquisition with Blake Albertson of B&B Lawncare. He sheds light on the challenges and strategies involved in acquiring new companies, particularly in areas like billing and customer transition. We also discuss essential topics like efficient cash flow management, payroll tax handling, and the benefits of learning from industry experts and peers. Blake emphasizes the importance of maintaining a focus on core business activities while steering clear of unnecessary diversification. Furthermore, we explore quick and effective problem-solving skills, the value of empowering employees through open communication and striking a balance between delegation and micromanagement. The episode concludes by highlighting the benefits of decluttering the business for improved efficiency and cost-effectiveness. Tune in for valuable insights into lawn care business growth and success.
" The number one thing that I'm grateful for with the
place we're at in business right now is being able to spend more
time with my kids that were just like, it's such an age that it's
fun, it's moving so fast and I get to hang out with them a little
bit more than I could if I was working till dark every night and
um, That's what I'm most thankful for, that we've done everything
we've done, and we've grown a little bit and stepped a little bit
out of the field is being able to spend time with my family.
"
- Blake Albertson
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"People that like got into a position and now they think that
they're the rulers. And that's why people hate their jobs is people
get in that position where they have a boss that just thinks
they're awesome and they try to control the whole world.
So as a business owner that you really want to grow a business that
people want to work for you, you need to figure that out within
yourself and you to figure out how to not have that." -
Blake
"It's called delegation by
abdication. So it's like you just delegate and you say here, do
this thing and figure it out. All right, peace. And you don't want
none to do with it. And then they don't do it right. But it's your
fault because you didn't give them clear outlines of specific
expectations of what the end result would look like and empower
them correctly.
So You're like, Oh my God, I'm so
busy. Just do it. And then you can start to bullshit yourself and
be like, well, I know that they're going to mess it up one out of
five times and I'm just willing to deal with that. But then they
can lower their self esteem and they can get upset and feel stupid
and then start to resent you because you're not giving them the
proper to print the proper parameters." - Keith
Connect with Blake
YouTube:
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Instagram:
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Website:
https://www.bblawncarekc.com/
Connect with Keith
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/keithkalfas/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thelandscapingemployeetrap
Website: https://www.keithkalfas.com/resources
Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@keith-kalfas
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