He raised prices... EVERYONE LEFT!

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[@David-vt9ts]

Caleb really impressed me with his attitude. Especially how he dealt with that 262k loss, pushed through to keep his word to his customers and didn’t let the business completely die. I hope this kid sees success 👊👊

[@Jbmc65]

He needs to write a book on what not to do…. Starting with his moms advice, never hire anyone you don’t know, that’s the worst advice, hiring friends and family is one of the worst things you can do

[@sebastianm.h.3598]

This comment!

[@Words-of-encouragement.-.]

If he doesn’t read any others, I hope he reads your comment.

[@wowsoftwash]

100%

[@pneuma6421]

This!!! Keep family/friends and business completely seperated!! Only way you'll succeed. I've learned this first hand

[@mathehack1]

He was a teenager and his mom was pushing stranger danger. Yeah I totally agree, that just throws a ton of emotion in the mix. Having been a guy that age, they can be primadonnas

[@MadQueen772]

I don’t care what anyone says. In this country, if you work hard, you can make it even if you make mistakes. Much respect,Caleb.

[@LiamSunstrum]

Dude for 17 years old this guy is killing it !! Keep it up Caleb you’re gonna do great man. Just dial in the numbers and pricing and you’ll get there. Unreal job man💪

[@c-moneycantrell]

Caleb is killing it in many ways , getting these experiences at such an early age is huge. I know it’s been hard but there’s so much time to recover and recoup. There’s no way this guy won’t become successful Simply because he’s not afraid of hard work and most importantly asking for help and actually doing what what’s best for his business. Very smart guy and any customer should be happy with his services . Go get that money CALEB !!!

[@MrGreenhutt]

Caleb is a beast. With your help and guidance, he will grow his business. He has work ethic, integrity and honour and those traits are hard to come by. Love this kid.

[@archielarsen7792]

Caleb is impressive at that age. He has a great amount of awareness. Amazing how he focused on sticking to his word vs just refunding upfront. For someone his age that is not common.

[@csuiteunfiltered]

You got this, Caleb! You have knowledge beyond your years. In the future you will look back at this time and laugh. Stay humble, stay hungry. 💪

[@calebslawncare]

Thanks Lee!

[@OIMsewrt]

We believe in you Caleb. We know your heart is in the right place and we know you want to keep your word always. We also know that initially, you set out to be a good example for your peers, who had a less than stellar stigma attached to their work ethic. You have already proven yourself. You don't have anything else to prove to anyone. This time around ask God, not people, what you are capable of and seek to please Him and He will give you the desires of your heart. He created you and He loves you most. He will never let you down, leave you or forsake you. He will never lead you astray or disappoint you. You can trust Him. You are a very special young man, Caleb. We know that God has big plans for your life. Gpa and I believe you can do anything you put your mind to. You are a determined young man with strong character and integrity. Those are rare and unique qualities to have, especially in today's culture. You make us very proud Caleb. We are so excited to watch you grow into the entrepreneurial young man that God will help you become, in His time and His way. We love you Caleb. "I can do all things through Christ which strengthens me." Phil. 4:13 ❤🙏

[@marcfavell]

Agreed I wish I had that mentality when I was your age bro 🍀🫡🇨🇦👍

[@josegranados872]

Impressed with Caleb’s humility and willingness to reach out, ask for help and desire to learn and improve. His work ethic is outstanding. Also, big shoutout to Mike for all the compassion, and heart of a teacher. Love the content Mike. Thank you for all you do sir.

[@MikeAndes]

Thanks for watching!

[@jessicacoates1611]

We have had a landscape business 23 years. God bless this young boy /man

[@HaganHall]

Hearing him say he bid jobs that cheap then had to sub it out for more than still ended up refunding. That’s a tough lesson on a 17 year old kid. I’m impressed he was even able to refund everyone.

[@tayloredgardens7606]

live and learn I guess. His moral ethics and business ethics got confused. I don't understand refunds for a lawn company, but come on man, never offer a refund unless asked.

[@timsmith8506]

What Mike is saying from 14-15 minutes is absolutely spot on!! Never care about what people say because they will absolutely keep you down to make themselves feel secure.

[@animalinsde06]

Brother. Get your self a mirror. Be proud of who you are, who you have become, and you are going to become. Your self worth needs a jumpstart. You are killing it at such a young age! Keep going we are rooting for you!

[@curbappeallawncarellc4263]

Just watched on my personal account and had to come rewatch. Caleb you got this man. You may be young and dont let any of the who i call OG's tell you different or stear you away from things. We are our own worst critique of things. This industry can be hard and lots of curveballs thrown at us. Thanks for a great turnaround mike.

[@MikeAndes]

LETS GOOOOOOO

[@calebslawncare]

🔥🔥💪🏽

[@alexestrada.wallypower8rot740]

He’s a smart kid just need it the great advice from someone that has the knowledge and experience Caleb keep the hard work going you’ll make it

[@ImagineSomeCoolNameHere]

I am 38 and Caleb seems to be twice the man I am WoW

[@theblkfly]

Caleb is absolutely crushing it. I know so many people who are lazy and have no drive to do anything. I wish I made some of those decisions earlier in life. Keep it up!

[@evanoconner1193]

Amazing video as a small lawn care company these motivate me every day that my goal is possible.

[@johnschauder]

I believe in this kid! I think Caleb is going to be very successful in life. He is learning a lot of lessons at a young age that a lot of people never learn.

[@ethanreed5012]

Im 23 and just starting my first business. I look up to you Caleb your very strong and empowering sir. Keep up the great work

[@GeneHutchings]

Caleb ,YOU ARE AMAZING ! ANY BODY SHOULD BE GLADE TO BE FRIENDS WITH YOU .STAY STRONG IT WILL GET BETTER 🫶🫶🫶🫶🫶🙌🙌🙏🏻🙏🏻

[@tennesseesawmillguy1590]

I’m really impressed He’s a youngster that just needs a little guidance. With that, he should do well.

[@donaldsmith6404]

This kid is an inspiration and more motivated than most! You’re killing it Caleb don’t forget to take care of yourself.

[@LAWNPRO]

Caleb is going to win but don't beat up your body you will regret it when you get older charge more cut less it is the best advice I have been doing this 35 years save your body it is not worth it

[@Safronella]

What a good young man. So many ethics and open about what he's doing. Good luck mate, wish you all the best! You'll make it!

[@mixingreen]

Hey Caleb and Mike. I really enjoyed this video! I started landscaping back in 1983 when I was 9 years old working for my Dad. I dropped out of school and started working full time at 15. Im saying this because I know how hard it is to work hard at a young age and Im stilling working strong, Im going to be 50 years old this year. Anyways, I just want to say to Caleb. Live your life for you and do what makes you happy no matter what it is. As for business, dont be cheap be the example. Then you will make more money per hour and you wont need to work as much ,so you will have more time for you and your friends and family. We only live once so enjoy your time !

[@calebslawncare]

Thank you for the advice! The Lord has definitely provided even through me doing stupid stuff, but I get to learn from the mistakes, and others who have been in the game for much longer than I. Keep up the good work!

[@mixingreen]

@@calebslawncare Hey Caleb! nothing you did was stupid! Just learn from what you did and make adjustments. We all have done things that we wish we could take back. This is life. But what makes us grow is failing over and over until we get it right. Michael Jordan said " I didnt compete with other players , I was in competition with myself" . So just keep working on yourself and you will continue to get better.

[@Volkswagenplanet]

MIKE GREAT ADVICE. THERE IS MORE TO BUSINESS THAN JUST NUMBERS. CALEB HAS IDENTIFIED THE BUSINESS ISSUES. ITS GREAT TO SEE HIM UNDERSTAND HE ( CALEB) NEEDS TO BE IN THE RIGHT MIND AS WELL. BEING TWICE HIS AGE, WE SEE LIFE DIFFERENT NOW. ONCE CALEB POINTS ALL LINE UP, HE WILL BE UNSTOPABLE. TAKE CARE CALEB, YOU KNOW YOUR PATH. BE HAPPY FIRST.

[@nicholasmendoza6159]

Don't look to other people for validation. Get your price correct. Push work at that price or higher. Get a good accountant who you can break down your profit so you can see where it's coming from and what customers are costing you losses. Cut the losses and keep shopping more customers.

[@johnmahland363]

This is a very honorable young man he’s going to be very successful in life

[@AdvantageLandscaping]

Love the videos Mike! As a small lawncare company owner i love watching these!!

[@giovannigiorgio8962]

Caleb you're a success in the making. God bless you brother.

[@caiomoura9637]

Caleb is got a bright future! Very good kid and incredible work ethic

[@Phillipglossinger]

Caleb is a beast! a person this determined will ultimately always become successful, since they will never give up on their dreams, keep up the great work!

[@calebslawncare]

🔥💪🏽

[@ModestMowing]

Just started my business 2 weeks ago and these videos are priceless.

[@MikeAndes]

AWESOMENESS! Good luck!

[@jasonquint8754]

This guy has what it takes to be successful. Open to coaching and learning, good work ethic, and not afraid to be wrong or fail. Just don't give a damn what anyone thinks. It's a waste of time. Now go get it.

[@nateg4236]

This kid is so likable. You're young and work hard, you'll be fine man. You have alot of life left. Keep slinging grass brother. P.s. even Jesus wants you to wear glasses when trimming.

[@ExamplePrime]

Very Nothern vs Southern mentality right at the start of rhe video to see Mike concerned about the Tornado but Florida man was unphazed.

[@designstudioimbalanced5198]

Brother I find your videos extremely helpful although I am in a totally different niche, different type of work and different part of the world. You are very knowledgeable in various areas and really humble. True inspiration. God bless you!

[@johnantonine4505]

Goes to show how people can be such rats taking full advantage of a young lad with the refund clause.

[@AztecDread]

It's calkes American capitalism

[@anon556]

When you wear a big flashing sign on your back that says " you can easily take advantage of me " you're going to draw in the wrong type of people... But did he really even get taken advatage of? He literally told them they could ask for a refund for anything including the look of his hair... That was moronic and people used what he offered them. You cannot tell someone they can have a refund for any reason and then be uoset when they follow through and request a refund for any reason. no lawn mower/landscaper is going to do a perfect job every single time. You never refund for labor performed. If you cause damages or do a poor job you return and fix it for the customer. You do not give them a refund.

[@HouseFlipHandyman]

TOP Biz Lessons Caleb Appears To Have Learned 1) Preconceived notion ‘rules’ of hiring or whatever aspect of running a business MUST be based on real data from actual events - NOT because mom or whatever ‘authority’ figure u consult ‘thinks’ you should do it this way #2) ‘Putting your head down and working’ is only a good thing if you’re clear on the work u should be focused on - And cutting grass is NOT that work Caleb should be focused on. #3) Next time u think about offering the lower priced service think of this: Give me all the $ you have, I’ll return half of it along with a kick in the balls - and you’ll still be better off than being the low bidder GREAT SHOW MIKE !!!!!!!

[@Volkswagenplanet]

IVE LEARNED SO MUCH FROM YOUR CHANNEL, MIKE. I STARTED MY 14 YEAR OLD NEPHEW THIS WEEK IN HIS OWN LAWN MOWING SERVICE. WE ARE IN TAMPA, FL. THANK YOU AGAIN MIKE. I KNOW I CAN GET MY NEPHEW TO THE LEVEL OF THESE GUYS STORIES. THE NEXT GENERATION IS HUNGRY.

[@stevenmarkeveys864]

Love where you are at in life rn. Impressive. Keep up the great work! Mom/Dad, nice work!!

[@NorthernLycanthrope]

Best of luck to this guy. Appreciate the video!

[@thunderusnight]

Mike I absolutely love these videos! Keep making them, I watch them every Friday!

[@MikeAndes]

Thanks for watching! Will do!

[@Trash-Castle]

Caleb weedeatin with no safety glasses seems like the wildest thing he’s done.

[@oraziohall2969]

Hopefully he put on his safety squints

[@kevinogrady9446]

I just squint my eyes

[@bredin9199]

Safety squint is more than enough protection 🤣

[@reidkarges6199]

I literally took 2 rocks to the face today weedeating… I don’t get it

[@calebslawncare]

I appreciate you calling me on it as safety is very important, and it’s a huge risk. I ordered 6 pairs a few weeks ago because I loose them all the time, so we’re all loaded up and good to go. 👍🏻

[@MyDyerMaker]

Hey Caleb, if you read this, many of us are proud of you. You're 20 years old and have your own business. You don't quit. You're tough. Hope you rely less on other people's advice in the future, but do consider advice from people who love you and want you to succeed. Something I learned being self-employed was that customers want good, timely service and will pay for it, so you don't have to be the cheapest, just be the best you can be.

[@davidiancrux]

I was gonna say this! He's a beast. Most people his age arent doing so well. We all make mistakes.

[@VGL]

I could really watch these videos all day... 😊

[@MikeAndes]

Glad you like them!

[@lewweb451]

I wish I had something like this when I was young. Mike, you are a inspiration. I've always had ideas and desire to start a business but lost direction. You have shown the direction and it is amazing.

[@Volkswagenplanet]

​@@MikeAndesTHANK YOU FOR COMMENTING BACK TO YOUR COMMENTS. IT MEANS MORE THAN YOU REALIZE. I KNOW MY CHANNEL IS SMALLER THAN YOURS, BUT ITS STILL A HIGH PRIORITY FOR ME TO RESPOND TO YOUR VIEWERS.

[@kennethcoogler7904]

God bless you Caleb and just keep working and looking upwards..

[@Soso-db5gh]

I feel you, Caleb. I told all of my yards 10+ miles away to contract only 200 monthly year round. I wanted to know my double triple cuts with the brightest stripes in town was appreciated.

[@Raul_7778]

Damn Caleb is going to go very far just like Mike Andes! Caleb you should consider starting a KZbin channel to document your journey and gaining a following of the next generation behind you. God bless you and your girlfriend!

[@bentimberfalling]

Seeking outside validation after doing all he's done is wild. He's got some self image work to do

[@RustyZipper]

I 💯 agree, but he’s only 17….

[@godisgood789]

He definitely has a very good attitude and goal

[@willieslawncareservice.8436]

It's really hard to make money in Florida mowing lawns , Customers like to get their lawns cut twice or 3 times a month , Each cut $25 to $30 a cut, I have lots of friends in Florida with lawns business.👍🏻

[@CameronsCandorOriginal]

This guy is super humble for being 17. He will make a 7 figure business without a doubt. Your employees are not your friends. No matter how much we try to be one to them. It's unfortunate. But true.

[@timeisnow9855]

Very impressed by your efforts and drive Caleb. I had an early start in my working life also and now 25 yrs down the line on working for myself. Over the last x years you should now have a nice database to sell back into with offers outside of grass cutting that offer you a better roi on your labour costs. Putting the business aside would be great to see you living a more rich life in terms of a good women by your side, more laughs with friends and overall more happiness as money is not the root of happyness. I seriously recommend making a point of doing some travel to other country’s to see how others live and are hairy with little in the way if finances. So many gems behind having a sense of community’s that keeps the head and heart in a good place. I’m based in Australia would be keen to track your progress.

[@MichaelDavey18]

God bless the lad; and what he said about heroes 🥺❤️

[@jamesmoran8335]

There isn’t anyone who started a business who hasn’t made mistakes. We all learn and move forward and this kid is mature beyond his age. This kid has tons of courage facing fears and admitting his mistakes and learning from them. 👍 good job buddy. And remember everyone wants to judge the gladiator but most don’t have the courage to stand in the ring and become one. People don’t see the years of hard work and growth it takes to actually start making money. You’ll be just fine, btw stay away from hiring your friends as much as possible.

[@calebslawncare]

Thank you sir! I appreciate the advice, and unfortunately learned that lesson the hard way.

[@greenscapesoh]

This young man is going to do great things. Id love to have a few Calebs come work for me!

[@raguellagrande7344]

These are all the reasons why I just stay in my little truck with my base equipment and switch out every year. I clear $150k in revenue and live way more comfortably than the news would have you believe. My ONLY offer is to pay for spring through summer over 12 months. Extra for snow clearing. I'll add all the extras up front instead of upselling, but I'll still upsell. Only thing I advertise for is small mulch jobs

[@RustyZipper]

Yes, very selective on customers. Any bad interactions and they’re fired

[@kylekotecha9931]

What a great kid. He will do well in life.

[@wideopenbros3196]

Extreme High Five. Im super glad to see this dude got things back on track he seems like a really good dude. Heck he even got him self a lady. Wish you the best.

[@steveandstevenslawncare6966]

These rates omg no! Glad mikes here to help though. Everyone learns but sheesh

[@justin-e5l]

With this kids motivation hes destined for much bigger things than mowing lawns

[@mathehack1]

Dang this dude is pulling way past his weight. I can't imagine doing what he is at his age. I started working at 15 but no where close to the level of this guy. If I were his parents I'd be like finish high school then run your business 12 hours a day. Dude is grinding hard, gotta respect the grind and he keeps true to his word. Good to see that he's at least spending a little bit of time being a teenager. I wouldn't trade those nights running around with my girlfriend at 17 for anything, I'll never be that young again.

[@LAWNPRO]

God I feel sorry for him you can't price low ever the only ones that bite are the scum cheap bad payers seems like a honest kid that is being run over by customers I don't touch a lawn any less than 2 bucks a minute PRICES HAVE TO BE HIGH FROM THE START.

[@NateVega-jm3zf]

Bro that kid is so smart it doesn’t even matter if he’s messing up lol this kid could buy any car that a teenager or adult could only imagine all the dirt bikes all the four wheelers clothes u name it he’s already doing better than most I bet you he can pay his moms whole rent for a year 😂bro you are killing it dude

[@landmarkcreations1183]

Wish the best for Caleb. Glad Mike paid him a visit 👍

[@Michael-vo3tk]

goddamn, Caleb. humble, and you're crushing it. awesome, my guy =]

[@infovidasupps8640]

Caleb is so impressive What a fine your man

[@aligndecking]

30 seconds in and I can already tell this will be a good one!

[@evolawnlandscape]

Caleb! You got this brother! 😎

[@davidiancrux]

He's got the girl and the business on track. He's gonna do great.

[@Cypress_204]

That’s my boss!!!

[@RustyZipper]

You’re his favorite employee! 👏 😎

[@Fastxfords99]

This guy is definitely not lacking in work ethics. With his motivation and a few adjustments, he will do extremely well.

[@anthonyesparsen7776]

Out doing landscaping during a tornado watch

[@Chivi_raw_and_uncut_adventure]

I got mad respect for this dude

[@JohnAcmeMowingHarrington]

Keep going Caleb! You got this buddy!

[@jessel8833]

The best lessons are learned through mistakes. Rough times, but I have hopes for this kid. With some proper mentorship; or perhaps someone more reliable partnering with him -- He could absolutely kill it. Keep trying brother!

[@lewisburton1852]

Ai lawnmowers will kill landscaping. which sucks!

[@CastlesLawnCare]

Very inspiring kid with great insights about himself. He will go very far 💪

[@MichaelMulvey-hp3he]

im a small buisness owner myself in Delaware. Caleb, if you want to come to Delaware, we can link up and get rich together.

[@robertstanley980]

Caleb is going places!

[@paulnicholson8524]

No. 1 when you are edging those beds =waste of time there is nothing to edge cut shrubs or something I see people doing that every week.

[@markdickinson-pd4ip]

I hope everything works out for this young fella! Keep going!👍🏻✌🏻

[@Trindal]

Hiring someone who just closed his own business seems like a bad idea. Especially with how old Caleb is vs. an older person.. if the person was in the same field, you have to worry about him sniping your customers to restart his business. Or them sabotaging Caleb’s business and customer relations out of shear jealousy. I’ve witnessed similar situations in the automotive repair industry. Keep up the hard work Caleb! Don’t forget to pay and take care of yourself as you!

[@dylisa]

I really like these kinds of videos keep em coming

[@JC_productions1]

Yeah!!!!!!!!! Lesgooooooo, that’s my brother

[@Fiper0]

I am friends with this kid for some reason

[@anon556]

Caleb is a true american " i wanted to monoploize everything immediately and crush all my competition by pricing them out of the market" 😊

[@joelowens5211]

There is no money in regular lawn care. If you mowed 1,000 lawns times 60 bucks a year you have 60,000 pre-expenses and taxes. Hardscaping is where the big money is at. If you compete on lowest price there is always someone cheaper starting up. If you learn to become the best then you hold out for customers not buying on price but more on excellence and skill. They still look at price but number 3 or 4 on list not number 1. If you did 4 bigger jobs a year that each had 50k profit you make 200k. Caleb looks like a strong worker motivated just the energy and focus in wrong place for success. Doing volume requires lots of workers which creates instability with resources. If you are a volume business making 200k profit on 2 million gross and that 10% margin changes to 5% overnight due to unforseen costs you are almost going out of business. Hope it helps commercial real estate owner 20 years in business.

[@nicolassales8679]

Turnover is vanity, profit is sanity!

[@Sodsquad]

I think Kalub learned a lesson of profit vs revenue, every hungry buisness owner goes thru it

[@JMuneyBag]

I won’t drop my trailer for less than $50. I do my own marketing. Make my own shirts. Business cards. I’ve never spent a penny on marketing. I’m getting probably 3-10 leads a day.

[@gustavomarin6535]

This guy knows how to work and he’s smart. His downfall is his emotional decisions and immaturity. I respect how risky he is with experimenting new ideas. I just don’t like his decision making, as in I’m doing this bc this guy said this. Like he’s watching too much TikTok trying to be an underdog crazy story. Kid got hustle though, if he learns from the mistakes he’ll definitely make it. No doubt that.

[@oraziohall2969]

😮 And I thought my blower was beat up! This dudes is straight up missing pieces

[@calebslawncare]

One of the crew likes having the cord where they can hold the handle in the other hand and it absolutely drives me insane. I have the part to fix it, and need to. Great comment! 😂

[@mseek52]

Favorite video series on KZbin

[@LGM2000x]

To be clear, the marketing was an absolute steal. He paid less than $20 per lead and had so many leads he couldn't even get them all quoted. That customer acquisition cost is literally nothing.

[@kalibmilner877]

Just started this video, but I’ve seen a couple where he supposedly helping people but I’ve never seen them get any relief. Hopefully this one is different and he actually does help somebody instead of going there to listen to the story in person. Spending money on indeed to find somebody who cuts grass that sounds insane.

[@oraziohall2969]

My tip for young men- Stop listening to mommy

[@tennesseesawmillguy1590]

Well.. when your 14 to 17years of age, you kinda have to.

[@oraziohall2969]

@@tennesseesawmillguy1590 lol I thought he was older than that, but in that case, mommy knows best!

[@8055boss8055]

​@oraziohall2969 im not sure where you grew up but in the south just thinking that comment you made in my own head not out loud would get my head boinked by the closest heaviest item. Lol

[@oraziohall2969]

@@8055boss8055 I thought he was an adult, I dont recommend adult men being led by any women even their mother's. Growing up thinking your Mom knows best, might lead to having the same relationship with your wife. Which is not a good idea!

[@dlekander]

When you gonna add Sioux Falls SD to your available territories?

[@jasongargis8799]

These videos really help thank you 🙏

[@davidhamilton9902]

That blue Chevy in the beginning needs rear cab mounts bad