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...

This annual Equip Convention is always a highlight for me, as it allows me to connect with industry peers, discover the latest innovations, and gain valuable insights to share with my listeners. One of the most meaningful interactions I had was with the team from Company Cam, a sponsor of my podcast. I've been a big advocate for their photo documentation app, as it has been an integral part of my own contracting business. At the show, I had the chance to chat with Lucas, who is on the onboarding team at Company Cam. Lucas shared some exciting new features that the app has recently rolled out, including an archive function to easily access older job photos, as well as AI-powered tools to generate daily summaries, progress reports, and walkthrough notes. As someone who relies on Company Cam daily, I was thrilled to learn about these enhancements that will streamline my workflow even further. Beyond connecting with the Company Cam team, I also enjoyed the opportunity to network with...

This week Caleb and Brittany bring you another episode direct from the Equip Exposition in Louisville. In this episode, they stroll around the show floor interviewing industry professionals at the annual Equip Expo in Louisville, Kentucky.

Some of the guests featured in the episode include Nick from Earthworks, who discusses his long drive back from the show. Mike Platz from How to Hardscape shares insights from his podcast. Landscapers Jeremiah Jennings of Growing Green Landscaping, Brian Fullerton, and Evan from Pride Hardscapes also share their thoughts.

Josh Sutton gives an overview of organizing the popular breakfast event. John from Signature Landscape Corp offers advice on pushing through slow seasons. Be sure to listen to hear their takeaways on closing out 2023 and outlooks for the coming year.

You'll enjoy hearing the varied perspectives on the current landscape industry from these top names. As always, Caleb and Brittany provide entertaining and informative...