How To Start A Landscape Business - Interviewing My Friend | Why NOW Is The Best Time To Get Going

I did an interview today with my friend Brandon, talking about how to start a landscape business. Brandon has been looking to start a lawn care / landscaping business for quite some time now, and I wanted to share his story with you guys.
I get questions all the time asking "When is the best time to get started in lawn care or landscaping?" To be honest, there is no best time, but right now. The only thing holding you back, is you.
Brandon has been contemplating going into business for himself for the last 5 years, and he finally pulled the trigger. He's already made steps getting things going, including registering his business, making a logo, learning the how-to's, etc.
I wanted to do a quick interview, and share his story, and maybe give you guys some encouragement on his progression. Maybe it can give you guys some insight, and some encouragement, on getting a business started for yourself.
Disclaimer I am NOT an attorney, an accountant, or a tax professional. Make sure you guys get educated on proper steps to get your business and licensing done in a professional manner. Don't just "wing" it. If you're going to do it, consult professionals, and do it the right way!
All things being said, if you decide to start your own business in 2018, I sincerely wish you guys the best. Work your tail off, and don't let anything get in your way. -Brian
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[@BriansLawnMaintenance]

Hey gang, hope this interview helps if you guys are starting your own business this spring. Plenty more videos to come helping you guys get started. Are you considering getting in business for yourself? Let me know, leave me a comment below!

[@Stegs]

Can you go into a little detail on what it takes "paperwork" wise? Starting with your accountant, registering a name with the state, taxes, etc. Being another Michigan guy, maybe you can give a little insight to what it takes to make sure everything is "legal" in the goverments eyes. Where does someone begin with the 'paperwork side" ?? This is all good tips once your kinda established, but id like to get more info on where to start to make sure your legal to do business

[@mattpeters232]

Good luck and best wishes for your buddy Brandon. That’s awesome that he decided to go out on his own and control his future. I’m a career firefighter and decided to get in to Lawn Care as a side business like so many of us do. Currently I’m running into a lot of the same questions that he and what I believe most of us have along the way while getting started. Reading books is a great resource that I hadn’t really thought of. Seems like a few key things that are going to make someone successful is moving or acting, and continuously thinking. We can sit and think all day and come up with these great ideas but if we don’t act on them or learn from them then it’s pointless. Thinking isn’t a waste because none of us would be where we are without dreaming a little. I think staying humble and learning from our mistakes will go a long way when venturing out on your own. Great video, and best of luck to you both.

[@luisanguiano2812]

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[@jamesweaver8726]

Brian's Lawn Maintenance Hey Brian I watch your videos and they are very helpful. I'm starting a lawncare business in 2020 but I'm 48yrs old do you think that is to old to get started?

[@jasonhumphrey8891]

Its great to see people in this industry not afriad to help fellow entrepreneurs get started...

[@charlied2449]

My tip, don’t start with a 36in walk behind. Start with a 32, then get a 60 when you can.

[@Fencearmor]

Great interview Brian! Nice to see you supporting up and coming entrepreneurs. We wish him all the luck. Keep up the great work.

[@Danny-ev5ni]

Hey guys, great advise! I have been dreaming about starting a landscape business myself for a few years now but just like most, I'm too nervous to take the leap. I watch all the videos on landscaping and anything related here on you tube and it is a huge help on getting me excited and prepared for the day when "I snap" and have enough of putting all of my effort into making someone else rich and looking good.Thanks again, best of luck to you both from here in Nova Scotia, Canada.

[@Stegs]

I plan on going part time in lawncare this year, just as a side hustle. I cant wait! great video to watch to get my ready for the season coming up!

[@GregWittstockThePondGuy]

Stegs look at ponds for more $$$ www.aquascapeinc.com

[@theehgroup7006]

Social Media (Facebook and NextDoor) where huge for me last year and that was my first year using it. Free and easy! Great video

[@logdon17]

Good luck to your friend, he sounds ready. And seeing as what job he is coming from he should have no regrets or fear about starting a new business. There will always be a concrete labor job available, in a worse case scenario he can always go right back to it.

[@mjlaborde8613]

I think this was your best video. Your mentorship to Brandon is priceless. Thanks for sharing!!

[@derekseelman5569]

Great video man. Keep it up!!!!!

[@tractorguy3729]

Keep these types of videos up. Very helpful

[@Grassology-vs1hn]

Congrats Brandon !! Brian great video

[@carpet180]

Sweet video . Thanks for sharing .

[@JsCrazyCutzLLC]

Great content! Inspired!

[@lifeofoscar4234]

Some great content for people who are looking to start a new journey! Enjoy the roller coaster ride!

[@Masseylandscapeservice]

Great video man!

[@JohnDoe-mh8tm]

I'm glad you are covering the 18-25 age limit.

[@davidaldridge3945]

Great video and info!

[@mikehuerto8765]

Just saw his page on IG. Man this is awesome.

[@gabemalcolm4429]

Good stuff guys!

[@mccool24]

Brian said this is a video for when you’re chillin out on the couch. I’m literally laying down on the couch lol.

[@cameroncherry5714]

Such great info! Wix is a great place to create a logo also, they give you all the files and have tons of templates to create a unique logo.

[@gfamrcs974]

I’m going full time this year as well. After testing the waters this past spring 2017. I realize there is so much more I could do and now my goal is to put my two week notice in as soon as the calendar hits March 1st. Looks like all the lawn care and landscaping guys are from Michigan lol

[@BriansLawnMaintenance]

GFAM RC's congrats!!

[@j-martv87]

Great interview Brian! I've been wanting to start my own business as well, trying to learn all the ins n outs so i can take that leap! Congrats to Brandon and good luck on your new journey brotha, maybe this time next year we'll see you interviewing Brian?! lol

[@BriansLawnMaintenance]

Ha hope so!

[@dannyrs8437]

Congrats 👏

[@gibbslawncare9932]

WoW !!!!! Great video as always.. Just a little insight on myself..8 years ago I started my lawn and landscaping business just to make some extra money for my family of 6 but over the years , I’ve took it up under my arm like a nothing one of my kids, currently to date 4 movers, 30 handhelds 3 trailers 3 employees ..... Dee Gibbs (Gibbs Lawn Care)

[@BriansLawnMaintenance]

Awesome!

[@LanceSheppard]

Great interview Brian. Great tools i found to take to do quotes is a measuring wheel, calculator (cell phone lol), professional clipboard and notepad, and dont buy buy buy tools! Borrow tools and rent what you cant borrow. My first job ever was a HUGE one i borrowed 2 chainsaws rented hedge trimmers and loaded all my needed tools. At the end of the job the customer refused to pay!!!!! I was completely dumbfounded. I had no idea what to do. I finally got payment though. Also hula hoes are a great tool!

[@BriansLawnMaintenance]

Lance Sheppard Renting tools is a great way to start when you’re figuring things out!

[@hairstonpropertymanagement2937]

Thank you guys for taking time out to talk about this!!! I'll be watching this and more videos more. TV time is almost nill!!! I'm too.busy soaking up info on these and other videos. Brian, I have two major factors that I have. One is motivational and the other is inspirational. My barber and I were having a conversation and he was telling me a what he has to pay out at his house every month and I'm like there's NO WAY I could support his household on what I currently make. He's obviously self employed and tells me that he wouldn't have it any other way. So that has really fired me up to pursue this even more. The other is my wife is constantly working all of the time. She's a beautiful nurse and their job is very demanding. Especially the schedule. I will give her the option to not work as much So she can spend more time with the kids!!

[@BriansLawnMaintenance]

Just keep learning, studying, applying. You can do it!

[@hairstonpropertymanagement2937]

Brian's Lawn Maintenance I have to do it!!! My motto is #AINTNOWAYAROUNDIT

[@mmurph7670]

Auman landscapes has an amazing DVD on how to build paver patios. Not sure if this will help him out but I figured I'd at least throw it out there.

[@gabemalcolm4429]

Best of luck Brandon

[@MrJackiehall]

Awesome Great stuff. I’m in process.

[@quintonarmstrong3486]

Notification gang

[@leoslandscape24]

I was doing landscaping for somebody else for a quite bit after I learned all the tricks then I started my landscaping business. now I have two trucks and lots of equipment.

[@BriansLawnMaintenance]

Awesome!

[@jamestwing2114]

What books do you suggest reading to start your own business?

[@eagle1333]

Hey Brian ! Hey Brandon and welcome to the world of Self-Employment a.k.a (taking charge of your life). First to Brian, kuddo's to you my friend for helping Brandon in every way possible it helps these younger guys coming up immensely ! Second to Brandon just the fact that you're taking notes and absorbing everything you can is the first step to being successful. Third remember one thing always There Are NO STUPID QUESTIONS! Stay away form negative people and the nay sayers as they will only make you second guess your self..... and finally don't be a "B"..... sorry had to throw that in....lol You have a good Mentor in Brian so pick his Brain as often as needed.....Mistakes will be made that's how we all grow and learn.... One big thing always to remember is stay on top of your Finances, just because you have a trusted C.P.A. as your business is only as strong as your knowledge of how it all comes together.... In other words be involved in every aspect, and question everything and keep good records daily..... I started my first Business at 22 and boy what a learning curve but I made it and today I own several Businesses and Real Estate as well... In my late 30's I married a C.P.A. and set her up in Business and now she handles everything and although she is 100% trusted I still scrutinize everything....It's just a good practice to follow as nothing can ever get away from you...!!!! I wish you Prosperity not Luck cause that's not realism, joining our ranks you Will make your own way... Have fun along the way life is too short no to....Be well, Sonny

[@BriansLawnMaintenance]

Awesome!

[@gabemalcolm4429]

Audible is one of the best resources ive found

[@roynathana]

Good stuff. Thanks for the lead on Fiverr!

[@BriansLawnMaintenance]

You bet!

[@Dale.Nienow]

I started when I was 10 years old cutting lawn

[@aaroncover2762]

Brian could you make a video about contracts and credit card processing software. Thanks great video

[@BriansLawnMaintenance]

Yep soon!

[@davidfountain3466]

good info

[@gregoryshanholtz7418]

Hey Brian, new subscriber here. Just watched this video. Was able to relate so much to this topic. You covered a lot of good information. You may have covered the topics already and I haven't came across it yet. Have you or could you discuss the business license a little in depth? Example what kind of business license you require for a lawn care business. You know like the sole proprietor or LLC. I'm also wondering about the tax side of it. All this equipment you guys are purchasing, is portions of the cost deductible? I've known a guy that had a cleaner business. And he had told me he was able to buy his truck through his cleaning business. I often wonder if that was exaggerated. Thanks in advance.

[@BriansLawnMaintenance]

Yessir that is correct! You can KZbin search most of these questions, or consult a good CPA!

[@troyg708]

Hey Brian, hi from Australia! love your videos. Can you recommend to me which business books? Thankyou!

[@BriansLawnMaintenance]

Hey! Will actually have a new video dropping on this topic on Sunday!

[@heroservicesga5295]

What are some audio books you recommend ? Year 3 in business and I’m more excited for this season than when I first started

[@BriansLawnMaintenance]

We did a video titled best business books!

[@stevenbemos7141]

Is that a Tesla hat? Awesome advice!

[@BriansLawnMaintenance]

Steven Bemos Yep! Dream car.

[@stevenbemos7141]

Brian's Lawn Maintenance yep, electric cars are the future. I think the transition from internal combustion engine to electric cars will happen much faster than people think. The best an ICE engine can do is 15-20 efficiency, Nikola Tesla electric motor is 90% efficient! Battery prices are falling quick with scale ability. China has 9 gigafactories coming on line by 2020

[@patrickwheatley6156]

Hey Brian! Did you go to collage ? If so what for? Would you recommend going to collage for someone who wants to become a self made millionaire?

[@BriansLawnMaintenance]

Uhm, that’s a tough question, which could require a lengthy answer. I am not a fan or believer in college, unless you’re going into an occupation that requires it. Ie, engineering, MD, Law, etc. Otherwise, college has very little, if anything, to do with creating wealth.

[@patrickwheatley6156]

Brian's Lawn Maintenance that’s what I️ was think but was wanting a second opinion. I’m 15 and the collage conversation is coming up quite a bit so I️ am gathering my info . Thanks ! Keep up the great content !

[@BriansLawnMaintenance]

Patrick Wheatley Education is everything pal, but pursue the right education. A university set up may help you, it may not. Study folks like Elon Musk, Gary V, Grant Cardone, Steve Jobs, Robert Kiyosaki. Devour self help books, you’ll be light years ahead of everyone. If there are public speaking classes you can take, or debate, take those! They’ll be super uncomfortable and unpopular at your age, but will pay you dividends for life. Ie: $$$ in your 20s and 30s!

[@patrickwheatley6156]

Brian's Lawn Maintenance oh man I️ Love Grant Cardone. That guys is awesome. I️ plan to expand my landscaping business of 16 profitable clients this spring. I️ really enjoy lawn care since I’ve done it since I️ was 10 years old. Even though I’ve been made fun of for being a businessman at my age by everyone at school that won’t be stopping me. I️ plan to start other businesses in the future but I’m using the landscape business to put money away to start other businesses. I’m not really cut out for school anyway since I️ can’t sit still lol.

[@brandonplantier7839]

What is the earliest time you can use a machine in your area in my area it's 7:00am

[@BriansLawnMaintenance]

Lotto N More Good question, not 100% sure. 7:30ish. I try not to start in neighborhoods before that.

[@theehgroup7006]

Brian's Lawn Maintenance residential 8am. I hit commercial properties at 7am

[@9492nino]

Nice Tesla hat

[@gabemalcolm4429]

But technically its never to late as long as you can still do labor or afford to hire people

[@gabemalcolm4429]

just my opinion though

[@GregWittstockThePondGuy]

Great interview! Both of you get up to Chicagoland before the season hits for the Hands On Academy! www.aquascapetraining.com 26 years of experience in 2 days and one binder! Carpe Diem, Seize the Day!

[@BriansLawnMaintenance]

Greg Wittstock, The Pond Guy Yezzzzir! We’ll be talking! 💪

[@stevenbemos7141]

Let me know when you are going to learn the pond process at aquas cape training head quarters. Like to meet you guys there. Thank you

[@jakepor3738]

Brian, How come your not want to to grow your business any bigger

[@BriansLawnMaintenance]

Don't need to

[@GasparNunez63]

The biggest your grow . The more head aids you get it . More employees can’t watch all . . Been in business since 94 . Doing concrete

[@brandonfoster5028]

Can I shadow you bro

[@BriansLawnMaintenance]

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