Talking with Mark Bradley, Live from The Morning Show at Equip Expo 2024

In our latest episode of The Kid Contractor Podcast, recorded live at the Equip Expo 2024 Morning Show, I had the privilege of sitting down with Mark Bradley, the founder of LMN and TBG Landscape. Mark's story is nothing short of remarkable. He started his landscape business at just 23 years old, and in his very first year, he managed to do $1 million in revenue. Yes, you read that right - $1 million in year one! How did he achieve such astounding growth right out of the gate? As Mark explained, the key was his deep experience and expertise in the trades. Having grown up working in construction, plumbing, and landscaping, he already possessed the technical skills to take on large, complex projects. This allowed him to hit the ground running and deliver exceptional work from the very beginning. But Mark's secret sauce wasn't just his hands-on know-how - it was his ability to build and develop a team of driven, growth-minded individuals. He emphasized the importance of hiring people who take responsibility for their mistakes, learn from them, and are constantly striving to improve. By aligning his employees' personal goals and missions with the company's vision, Mark was able to create a culture of continuous improvement. He provided benefits, training, and support to help his team members grow, both professionally and personally. As Mark's business scaled from $5 million to $50 million over the next 15 years, he learned that his role as a leader was to become a "leader of leaders." His job was to find the right people, equip them with the necessary tools and resources, and then empower them to execute autonomously. The lessons Mark shared during our conversation were truly invaluable. Whether you're running a small landscape crew or aspiring to build a multi-million dollar enterprise, his insights on hiring, developing, and leading a team of growth-minded individuals are essential for achieving rapid, sustainable growth. I'm grateful to Mark for taking the time to share his remarkable story with us. If you're looking to take your landscape business to new heights, be sure to tune in and learn from one of the best in the business.