Staying SOLO vs Hiring EMPLOYEES? 😁

[@antoniogooden26093]

U have no idea how bad I needed this thank you bro fr!

[@lawncarelegends6745]

I've got a other job that prevents me from expanding my business without employees. I have figured out all of the expenses and factored that cost into a charge per man hour. I can make income just by rigging up contract mows and organising timetables, while I'm at my other job. The issue is trying to fill a roster with mows to keep the crew busy, the once that's done make another crew and double the profits

[@panasonic3DO]

What park is that at beginning

[@spacecowboy_1]

What do you do about Taxes ??

[@ZÆŁ-s6g]

He is so right on this. My 4th year as a landscape owner & I sure have experienced mental stress just to make sure my guys are doing their job. And this is while I am on the job so couldn’t imagine while I’m off the job. Really got to hire the right people & the control is now out of your hands based on their actions.

[@four-plexforever1300]

I am trying to get to the point where I can hire 1 person to mow lawns with me. I could make 50% more money working with a 2nd guy at $10-$15/hr if the guy is 25% slower than me. Which is to be expected. Making sure you don't throw a rock through a window is more important than 5 or 10 minutes... but if I charge $50 for a lawn that takes me 45 min by myself Or 30 min with a helper ($7.50) then I could make $67/hr by myself or $92.50/hr with a helper after paying wages. Of course that means I need more customers and those numbers may go down if their is excessive drive time. I am only thinking just one person at this time, not having crews out with my vehicle and equipment trusting that they will do their job when I am not present.

[@ml_muzzyt]

I'll just hire one person that's all

[@Mack.of.all.trades]

How many accounts do you have?

[@chrislunny8159]

Hey I've just started a lawn mowing business in New Zealand I'm loving it

[@tonyslawncare]

Good stuff

[@Heavychevy0402]

I agree , tried to to work with a friend and after a few days I got tired of him disrespecting my truck and scratching the shit out of my roof and not handling my items with care like I do his blower and bush cutter

[@SullyyBones]

Add up all your bills, child support ect, and make that money and put it to the side, if your buisness falls through you wont be fucked. One of the better choices ive made

[@noeeroque924]

Yes u are definitely right I have two worker with me I have more pressure of keeping them busy than being solo but money has to go to the family to I give them jobs I have peace with me making sure they make money to but solo is the best way to make money.

[@Makemoneymowing]

Yessir you understand! Solo just means you need to be very picky with the yards that you take on- which is 100% doable with patience and good marketing 🙂 if you find a good worker- no problem with keeping them around on the side for extra help when needed! But i don’t want to be dependent on Anyone except for myself 💪 running the workers is more delicate than running the actual mowing business- so just be ready for what it brings and don’t let anything stress you more than needed my Brother 🙏 you are always in control never forget that & never put anyone else before yourself, as tempting as it may be with workers asking for this & that!

[@TheOrganicYard]

dude you have some good advice. just started this june and am struggling keeping up with all the work solo

[@Jacob-ru3ey]

What would you say is the best way to get new clients?

[@TheOrganicYard]

@@Jacob-ru3ey I'm advertising on Facebook and Kijiji and word of mouth.

[@maxthegreat3237]

Do you work cash only or take Credit Cards

[@bigsonslawncare]

59 And solo, but I'm retired. Enjoy working alone and at my own pace. At this point as long as I can I will continue and when I cant that's a wrap!

[@Makemoneymowing]

That's what i like to hear! 😎 glad to hear you're at a happy spot man. I agree, our own preferred personal pace is everything!

[@alan30189]

I thought you just said you retired. Then you said you're "continuing." WTF?

[@bigsonslawncare]

@@alan30189 From a 9to5👍🏽

[@electriccuts]

I like solo operator with occasional hire for the day when things get really backed up.

[@Makemoneymowing]

Definitely! That is a perfect sweet spot I agree. We have the choice for if we want help or not!

[@slotswithace]

I am starting a lawn mowing buissness this year and my best friend wants to work with me how do I go about paying him and hiring him legally any advice is appreciated

[@lisamccarty4674]

Last year I had a HORRIBLE experience with a helper. After firing him for drinking on the job it turned into a big feud. This year with the virus floating around I've decided to go solo and couldn't be happier. No more no shows, lateness, broken equipment, taxi rides, or baby sitting . Now I only take new lawns within 2 or 3 miles from my house. My fuel cost have plummeted and eating lunch at home has been great.

[@Makemoneymowing]

I can totally relate! We sound like twins lol. Glad to hear you're at a good spot man, we have to play in the deep waters to truly appreciate the shallow 😁

[@turtleenosnipes6102]

Thankyou bro I'm 15 I have mowed lawns my whole life in texas but now I want to scale up so I'm trying to get there great video!

[@bryanmuniz6968]

These insights were profound. In my 50s now- went through almost identical decisions after College. Did the landscaping, got a pretty big operation going, was not the right fit- enjoy working alone. This topic was spot on, not many folks addressing this, with many content producers making you feel awkward for not wanting a big business/several employees.Kudos

[@Makemoneymowing]

Thanks so much Bryan! I agree, people talk about money all day but we rarely see them discuss the cost of that money they are chasing. Have a great rest of your day 🤙

[@emmanuel.eudave.marin.]

21 years old and this is my first year in business in Montana. I have about 40 clients right now, only a couple commercial. Looking at about 8k in gross revenue. That is 3 days of mowing sun up till sun down. And then the following couple of days (Thurs-Sat.) I have other jobs that I do solo, anywhere from apartment complex unit cleanups, or mulch jobs or weeding. I try to get a lot of overall profit on those days. Thanks for making these videos by the way man, everything you are saying I can relate to, I respect you for sharing your journey.

[@Makemoneymowing]

Thanks so much Emmanuel! Good to know we share the same mindset 👁

[@reyalvarenga551]

Good intro primo, that’s all about, work and have fun

[@brandonkarhu5599]

Nice mind set man. Totally aware of your decisions.

[@Makemoneymowing]

Thanks bro! Awareness is key 👁

[@LAnthonyE]

I definitely understand you because im an introvert myself! I don't have the Exmark but have the Toro Timemaster 30 and I love it!

[@Makemoneymowing]

Enjoy the timemaster but make sure not to overuse it! My engine blew out 2 months after buying it

[@LAnthonyE]

@@Makemoneymowing Wow do you know if this was caused by the mower being low in oil. I've used mines like crazy and haven't had any issues?

[@Monsiemage]

Big lawncare companies are failing right now. A lot of commercial companies are having a hard time keeping employee's, and in the end it ends with commercial clients terminating services due to breached contract agreements. I know quite a few properties now mowed by people going solo. They just traded in 40 yards a week for 4 commercial properties a week "I'm talking large properties" making more doing it and not having to worry about getting paid. Of course you have to carry higher insurance, have to have a herbicide license, and other licenses "Despite local regulation commercial clients will not take you without it" It ends up being a better gig overall from what the couple of guys doing it I know have said. I've noticed a huge trend on youtube, it seems the most successful people are solo, or they are 50/50 partners with one other person. Judging by the people I watch on youtube that try to hire a partner, you are better off staying solo. The 50/50 situations seem to be the best because you can take bigger jobs that pay better, and the other person is equally as vested as you. Love the videos

[@electriccuts]

I just got a new Honda mower. That thing is fast and mulches like crazy. I really like it. 👍🏼

[@thatslowyukon1362]

What kind of Honda mower

[@electriccuts]

That Slow Yukon it’s a 21 inch self propelled mower.

[@electriccuts]

That Slow Yukon HRN 166 cc engine

[@gregderossi]

Is it electric? @electriccuts

[@electriccuts]

Greg no, unfortunately it is not electric. When you start to get into a more of a commercial setting, you start to realize that gas ⛽️ is more practical. With that said, I would not get rid of all of my electric equipment. I would just run a hybrid setup.

[@aztecawarrior]

Great video bro! I'm a 31 year old Mexican living in the Bronx part of New York City, I've been working in a landscaping company for about 4 years now and i started thinking on working on my own or with my father, he works in the same company i work and i already told him about my plans and i feel like i or we can make it happen because he's got more experience (like 15 years experience) so with his experience and my experience i think we can do it. when i started watching this video my reaction was a WOW reaction because i have the SAME thoughts you have. I will definitely keep watching your videos for more comments, tips and knowledge. If you can give me some tips ill appreciate them so much bro.

[@chente213able]

Never to late bro specially 4 years working w a company ya empiesale SI SE PUEDE!! WISH YOU THE BEST FAMILIA!

[@albert0412]

Start slow. Work late, work on your days off. Build it until one of you can quit, then get busy enough to where you can both quit. Nothing happens overnight.

[@cheveyoissacharisrael4713]

Go for it

[@aztecawarrior]

@@chente213able thank you bro! Really appreciate your comment. Stay safe bro.

[@aztecawarrior]

@@albert0412 thank you for your tips, i will definitely take those tips really seriously and thank you for taking part of your time to write. Thank you bro and stay safe.

[@bigpapafrez8405]

You’re cool man. Keep on brother.

[@Makemoneymowing]

Thank you my man!! Sending good vibes your way

[@stevedavis3370]

Nice video, thanks for posting!!

[@Makemoneymowing]

Yw and ty for watching!

[@jaytizzle55]

So true bro!!!! You got to make it work for you!!! I am solo and responsible for me and me alone... Don't have to count on anyone but yourself. Great videos

[@Makemoneymowing]

Thanks JT! I agree. It's amazing going to sleep knowing EXACTLY what's ahead for the week and what to expect 😎

[@iamkharel]

This makes absolutely perfect sense and I completely understand. Out of experience, I'd much rather have peace of mind, than to make more money, yet more unnecessary stress, babysitting, and headaches. Money is important but it's not everything. I value and protect my peace of mind nowadays. That's my gold 💛

[@Justin-rk5rz]

How did you get your customers?

[@Soundsgood2me2]

By my own experience!! I think you did the right thing. Take the accounts that you can manage. By happy love what you do. Hope you can go to school and get an education. You will be great at what ever you decide to do.

[@5ATX12]

He’s making good money compared to anyone with a degree and he’s young he don’t need to go to school and rack up thousands of dollars in student loan debt

[@fza.digital]

I prefer to work alone, idk if cause I’m an Aquarius lol but I just enjoy my own company. If I had too, I would hire one person if I have a heavy work load

[@JJPelszynski]

Exactly! More than enough year round income, super low stress, Freedom of flexible schedule, and when a problem does inevitably arise it's typically no big deal. Some folks go big with everything they do but running a solo lawn care service works out beautifully. Great video!

[@AlbertoGonzalez-yu3pe]

Good video I am 48 years old and agree with everything you said is your business and you take it where you want to go with it. depends on your personality and makes you happy

[@Makemoneymowing]

Yessir! Thanks so much. Different strokes for different folks have to find what works for you 😁

[@GrassCutterPinoyTV]

It's very hard to hire someone, it's very stress and also quality you have to watch, I am also solo grass cutting, together with my 2 sons if no class they will work with me, and I pay them also

[@brandonlifefamily8331]

I understand what you mean about people. I prefer solo too. The problem is the really good people go out on their own unless there is a special circumstance.

[@jaylive4078]

I'm starting my own lawn care company next season, and solo sounds perfect for me as an introvert.

[@Makemoneymowing]

Awesome! Kill it man good luck.

[@alan30189]

Get yourself a lawnmower with a 30" or 36" cut width, and you can work that much faster and fit more jobs in during the day.

[@delroychambers8388]

Man i love your blunt honestly, absolutely everything you said is completely right. Ive been doing lawn care for 3yrs and solo with employing my son when he's home from college. Great video man!!

[@bobbyamandaflores4470]

Just seen you were Filipino

[@Makemoneymowing]

Kumusta na!

[@bobbyamandaflores4470]

magandang bro salamat 💯👍🙏

[@Makemoneymowing]

Bobby Flores haha salamat po mabuhay!! 😎✌🏻🙂 where do you live?

[@bobbyamandaflores4470]

Atlanta ga

[@lifeonamarble961]

you have a great mindset. you're doing it right for you. one suggestion, have good savings & then invest some that you can afford to lose. enjoy your life away from work, then work is a blessing.

[@nick_jacob]

My brother bought all the equipment a month ago and I've mowed the lawn twice at home and he's got one customer. The first time It was wonderful I felt energized. Today I mowed again and I got sun burnt and dehydrated really fast. I'm stupid because I wanted a 'tan' and i wore shorts and a tank top. I live in Alabama and the yards here are much bigger than Florida, which is where i'm originally from. You pretty much have to have a good riding mower here, preferably the one where you stand up. There's lawn companies everywhere here! I am going to have to invest in a better mower because it will cut down so much on time spent mowing these lawns that are half an acre or more. I spent 2 hours digging up 4 bushes, a bunch of big rocks in the yard, weed eating, bush trimming, mowing and blowing.I did it to my own yard because I don't have clients yet, lol. We haven't marketed the business yet. I definitely want a mower that's a lot wider than what we have. In due time I guess. I'm a web developer looking for a job right now but I haven't been able to find one so i'm thinking about helping my brother find clients so we can at least pay the bills haha.

[@Makemoneymowing]

Nice man!! I definitely can share some tips to beat the heat I have come across, starting early is key as your body can acclimate to the weather. If I start mowing at 10-11am, my body is never primed and I move slow. Starting around 8am your body get used to the warmer temps! Also I wear all dri-fit/fishing clothing when mowing, never cotton. A bucket hat also def makes a big difference. I drink Propel as well if I begin to ever sweat! Always chug water and you should be good to go. I defintiely hear you on every needing a stander over there, complete different markets I can imagine!! That's funny, I wanted to be a web developer for a short period while in college but ended up mowing 😁

[@mwcuttingedge9460]

Great video! Really give me some things to think about

[@Makemoneymowing]

Gracias Michael! Let me know what other topics you'd like to hear about 🥳

[@mwcuttingedge9460]

Make Money Mowing what other services do you do in the winter or fall?

[@Makemoneymowing]

@@mwcuttingedge9460 Noted! Will make that a future topic. Short answer though, my first years in business I would take on lots of leaf clean ups/mulching/other landscaping work to stay busy. Towards the middle, I began getting enough customers to where I stopped doing the landscaping, and began mowing deep into December and starting back again in Early February! Nowadays, I have so many customers that I purposely block off all of January so I can take a nice vacation out of the country somewhere 🙂 let the mind and body rest from all the year's hard work- and feel fresh to start in February!

[@mwcuttingedge9460]

Make Money Mowing perfect sounds good! Very important to take time for yourself. Thank you! ✊🏾🙏🏾

[@chandlerhirsch5892]

Always look forward to your videos ! Lawn mowing is the way to go! I have about 16 regular clients, Bi-weekly. The next move is getting the 48 inch walk behind. Where could I buy?

[@Makemoneymowing]

Thanks man!! Awesome work, where are you located? Either a dealer or private seller 😁

[@chandlerhirsch5892]

Make Money Mowing I’m working outa Charlotte Nc.Its real competitive over here. I’m not sure whether to go with the common toro and scag or those other brands like John deer and great dane

[@josephbenanti2811]

You’ll wonder who’s working for who?!?!?? Meaning: take on more work to cover employe. It’s like an obligation. My plan is to go solo only... !!!!

[@osvaldodelgado6023]

Honestly man I've wanted friends to invest and start a mowing side gig together and no one was interested.. Even tho some had mowing jobs. I took a leap and invested in the equipment. Me and my wife promoted it on Facebook and Craigslist and now me and her are doing it together on the weekends. I'd rather be solo with my wife. I don't like to count on anyone and all the money goes to us. Next year I want to quit my job and go full time in the business. I found that I can make close to half of what I make in a week at my job in a day! Your videos are legit informative and real. All it takes is confidence and will. 40$/per doing it twice a month. Thats 80$ extra a month in your pocket as a side income! I charge for what is worth me coming out. I don't cheap out and I work with my customers on a fair price. Thanks again!

[@Makemoneymowing]

Hell yeah man you can do it! Peace of mind a simple operation with your wife sounds ideal, you're only going to continue making more and more money as you follow your journey 💵 I appreciate it and stay in touch and keep me updated on your biz!

[@cameroncherry5714]

Great content! Keep the lawn care videos coming - very motivating.

[@Makemoneymowing]

Will do my brother! Appreciate it

[@Omargarci4]

For just mowing I can be working solo but I make more money on projects And I definitely need help for that that's why I decided to hire 1 guy and I'm thinking on hiring one more Yes is more stress but also more money.

[@Makemoneymowing]

There is def higher margins for landscaping projects if you are structured for it and prefer that style of work! We all have different goals and are chasing different methods/money. Have to find what works for you, I don't prefer doing big landscaping projects so no amount of money could persuade me into doing it sustainably! Glad to hear it is working for you. Stress + money, just have to find your balance

[@Strangeland701]

I totally agree with you man, Im also an introvert and prefer working solo.

[@punishersoriano2895]

Shout out from modesto, ca Your videos truly inspire me. We got the same fire in us and the same mindset. Keep it up and keep grinding

[@Makemoneymowing]

Hell yeah man! Funny you mention Modesto, I was just watching Berner's video of him opening up the cookies store there in the valley lol. Keep that mindset bro and let's feed off eachother's energy!

[@berniemac8413]

I like the videos and your mindset! Keep it up!! How do you get your clients? Could you do a video on that?

[@armandomozqueda8337]

10, 12 an hour??? I wouldn't wake up for that.

[@brandonlifefamily8331]

Hahahahaha it surprises me what people work for.

[@marioparamo4087]

My wife says that if you are gay? She thinks you are.

[@marioparamo4087]

I don't think you are

[@bidensballsack266]

You mean “our” wife right ?

[@Homelesskateboards]

it's nice to be your own boss! it's the best feeling to know you can make your own money and enjoy life . thanks for the video

[@Makemoneymowing]

Most def! Yw man thanks for watching

[@biever4912]

yes bro dont listen to people got to say to you if you know your successful you are by yourself but atleast you tried

[@hasnainmirali8900]

How do you manage the transportation for your worker?

[@younglong4313]

Hey bro I’m in higschool and have everything to start but only have a little costumers how can I get more?

[@kaydenceaser7826]

Best way is really to go door to door or ask ur customer you have know to get the word out for u

[@huberperez6692]

If you have the money to invest open up a home advisor account I opened up one a week ago and I already have 2 biweekly clients !

[@Celticwolf503]

How much did you make a year solo?

[@Makemoneymowing]

A good amount 😁 more than I ever imagined I would make from mowing 3-4x a week, 5~ hours per day!

[@jessegarcia744]

I do the same work solo and do part time only after work. I only stay within my community for efficient routes . I do have a helper that hire, but have to schedule with him as people are not reliable or like you mentioned have other agendas. One thing I started to do was sell yards. For example. I charge customers $40 and pay guy $25

[@Makemoneymowing]

Nice man! I agree, nothing wrong with an occasional helper but I would never schedule my business around NEEDING one each and every week. So you're starting to sub out it sounds like! how are you liking selling the yards?

[@jessegarcia744]

Make Money Mowing It’s okay. I only do it when I can’t get to all. This week I Saturday I had 10 and 3 had a lot of bushes to I subbed out 5 yards. All my regular bi-weekly. This weekend was so dam hot. Today I took off nothing and tomorrow 4 lined up so far. Now the heat kicks in. All the part timers will start to drift off..

[@713skywalker]

Great video! I’ve had two helpers before...I had to pick them up and correct their mistakes 🤦🏾‍♂️it was definitely stressful...smh! I make more now because I start about an hour earlier than I did with help and work about an hour longer...I can just focus and get it done ✅😎

[@Makemoneymowing]

Thanks sky! I hear you on that, I went through the same stuff nonstop. Good workers ARE out there... just rare like a shiny Gyarados 😁 the peace of mind of being solo is priceless!

[@ohiowoodburner]

Excellent video, analysis, and honesty. I loved it. I sell firewood and look to the lawn care industry for ideas, branding etc. I wish you good luck. Joe

[@danny400ss7]

I want to quit my 9-5 job & pursue a career like this. Im just scared , what if i quit & it doesn’t work out ? What if i dont have any clients & in need of money ? What would you suggest for me ? Im 19 & have a regular 9-5. Thanks in advance bro!

[@LeVoGamingPvP]

Danny400ss I’m in the same situation right now literally power threw your 9-5 for the next couple weeks and your probably really tired everyday after work if you find time then or on weekends go make flyers make a website or advertise as much as you can and as soon as you start getting yards think about quitting your job just remember it’s hard work and try offering a let’s say $19 first time and then after that it’s $40 just start and if you quit your job just hustle and it will work out if you want it bad enough trust bro everyone needs a yard mowed get out there homie

[@danny400ss7]

SKELLY right on brother 🤙

[@electriccuts]

Can you give us tips on how you do your yards in 30 minutes??

[@Makemoneymowing]

Have your equipment gassed up, keep sharp blades, have a flow you follow every visit with the trimmer and mower (make sure to change mower pattern intermittently to prevent tracks), and keeping a nice cold fresh & Freon'ed air conditioner in between yards keeps me moving fast 🙂

[@electriccuts]

Make Money Mowing you’re gonna have to do some time lapse videos of this. That would be awesome 👏🏼.

[@TNsher776]

It's nice having a helper! Finish out more yards faster, but you loose some money

[@Makemoneymowing]

I agree it can make you faster ***IF you have the proper helper!! 😁 if not, they will def slow you down I have experienced. Don't look at it as losing money though when using a helper- look at is as allocating a piece of the revenue towards quicker completions 💵

[@jeffreyguntle8631]

When I start doing this bussiness it was my dad and me. So it became a father and son! Like anything I been thinking about bring another person.

[@johnseeker9520]

Working with friends is a nightmare. Most people are lazy and a pain in the ass

[@pablomontoya9254]

How long did it take you to find customers when you first started?

[@chente213able]

I'm proud of you I just start doing the same thing need help specially with prices who can help?

[@Makemoneymowing]

I got you man! What do you need help with specifically? Summed up- look at a yard and determine how much time and effort it will need, and price it fairly for whatever is needed to get you excited to do the yard!

[@chente213able]

This is my email [e-mail]

[@chente213able]

Guess what happen to me 2 days ago? I stop to home depot do buy some stuff I need when ever I came back some one already had broke in my truck they only stole me the new echo weedeater now I got new lock for inside the truck

[@diegorosas1560]

You should do a cleaning machines video

[@daisyreefilicano663]

You've made my day. Boss 🏔 continue blessing other people by your great knowledge and supreme experiences. Your heart will be secured by GOD.

[@Makemoneymowing]

Salamat po ikaw ay hanap hanap ko babae 😁

[@gageshahan1323]

I started mowing like a month ago and i charge 40$ and have 4 clients Saturday and 4 Sunday and im making 600 bucks a week but i dont know if i should do more during the week

[@Losomar]

8 clients but you make 600 how?

[@gageshahan1323]

@@Losomar i have 8 total clients i do 4 yards Saturday and 4 sunday every weekend and i charge 40$ a yard and each weekend is pretty much a full week and a day so i add both weekend totals up and boom

[@Prokutzlawncareandlandscaping]

I think u should if your ready to go full time ? If your content with weekend work then keep doing that but save it . Evtually you’ll get to the point where you can do more thru out the week . If your ready and want to do that . It’s going to be a lot more income thru out the week

[@gageshahan1323]

@@Prokutzlawncareandlandscaping ok then i guess i go try to get more clients

[@o.mendez1255]

Gageshahan13 if you are still thinking think about the pros and cons of doing that

[@migratingmazda4708]

I like your channel I mow for income too then I saw you skate then I subbed for sure I’m more of a bowl skater too

[@electriccuts]

Have you ever considered using battery powered electric ⚡️ equipment?

[@Makemoneymowing]

You know my answer! Let's see what others say

[@electriccuts]

Make Money Mowing what is your answer?? I forgot lol 😂

[@Makemoneymowing]

@@electriccuts lol I'm gas all day! If I didn't do lawns full time and only worried about my house- I would consider electric but gas tools are just so fun 😄

[@lehelparsons6059]

Unfortunately I’m getting to the point where having some people who work on call are beneficial for me. An example would be I just had a new client request about 40 man hours of weeding. It makes more sense to hire a few friends for a day and we knock it out in a day rather then trying to schedule in 40 hours. I make less, but my schedule is less busy this way and I can get the property to a point where I can upkeep it easily with maybe 2 people twice a month.

[@Makemoneymowing]

In your situation I would totally agree a helper is 100% necessary! I couldn't imagine doing all of that solo. We are all at different points of our journey, following different business models, and all have different customer needs! 💵

[@josej-h1471]

Can you recommend me a good weed eater, my husqvarna weed eater broke. I do lawn mowing service part time, around 8 lawns a week. Thanks

[@chandlerhirsch5892]

Get one of those echos from Home Depot

[@kenholcomb3172]

Shindaiwa T262 if you can afford it. Pretty much it's just an Echo 2620 pimped out a bit and it's red, not orange. Got mine for $370 out the door at my local lawn shop. Cuts like a beast, I get about 50 minutes per tank under load at wide open throttle, though I usually run it half throttle. Starts easy, choke and pull once, choke off and pull once and starts right up. I've had mine a few months now, love it!

[@kenholcomb3172]

Also I just saw ya say you work part time, 8 lawns a week. That shindaiwa t262 would be the last weedeater you'll buy for the next 5 years or so at that amount of work

[@jasonsuarez6644]

Get you the echo from Home Depot. All you need and more.

[@Makemoneymowing]

I personally only use Stihl and have never tried Echo, because I have never had a reason to switch over! I hear lots of good things from Echo though. I like the Stihl FS70

[@cesarsosa2465]

Hello I reside in Phoenix,Az I have some minor experience in lawn mowing. I just bought a small truck I like to see green nice cut yards. How to start should I go work for a landscaping maintenance company to get experience or just go for it ? Also which mowers and equipment to buy for the best quality work??

[@adamkukoc]

What do you do about health insurance? How costly is it?

[@E4create]

Nice video bro I see where you're coming from! I personally kind of would rather be the one to run the company do the pricing scheduling equipment and so on but also involved on the field occasionally to make sure I'm communicating with the customers time to time (especially residential) , pricing correctly , make sure my crews are safe, happy, not damaging equipment, and performing well , make sure quality is up to standards. But also be able to step out and run the business and take care of other things on the side. Kind of like in the middle of the both of the two if there was a third option lol. About how many yards are you cutting doing it alone? I'm also still working by myself right now .

[@Babystan02]

How would margins be if you didn’t work and just paid 2/3 workers

[@electriccuts]

What string trimmer line do you use??

[@Makemoneymowing]

.95 echo black diamond all day ✅

[@electriccuts]

Make Money Mowing you don’t find that thicker line tends to throw more rocks and throw them farther?

[@Makemoneymowing]

​@@electriccuts I hear a lot of people use .105! I stick with the .95, and have not tried the .85 lol. I've never had a problem with throwing rocks, I always keep a gentle throttle combined with hyper aware peripherals when whacking a rocky area!

[@electriccuts]

Make Money Mowing I feel like .105 line is for cutting down brush not grass. I also feel like it creates more wear and tear on your machine. I personally like to use .80 or .65 to reduce the risk of throwing a rock.

[@antonioalvarez3623]

I can relate lol, good job man. Stay blessed.

[@Makemoneymowing]

Thanks man! You as well. Bless up 😎

[@LAnthonyE]

What about health insurance? Do you have this?

[@thatfitgamer4052]

I'm on the solo side because I don't like working around someone else's schedule.

[@electriccuts]

Being more comfortable talking to people and being a little more of an extrovert comes with practice and time.

[@Makemoneymowing]

Most definitely! Practice makes perfect 😁

[@orlandoherreraoutdoorstexa7353]

Good Morning Zachary, Great channel. I have a couple of small businesses one of which is yard maintenance. The revenue Frome this supports other projects or toy habits. It is becoming lucrative and considered leaving my full time job to follow other dreams. Does the revenue you generate from lawn care support health , dental and vision?

[@botting_made_ez]

I’m 31 with 4 kids and want to start doing this..

[@Makemoneymowing]

You can do anything you want! Get it man good luck to you.

[@jayster900able]

Im 31 married and no kids and want to do this but currently got an offer for a home inspection job unlimited hours avaliable... :/

[@sicko_nismo3609]

How do you collect payment ? Cash only ? Do you allow your customers to use a credit /debit card? If so how ? Possibly make a short video on this topic ? I think it would bring value to the people your trying to make videos for thanks

[@Makemoneymowing]

I will definitely go into deep detail on my courses! Short answer, I use quickbooks and email the invoice after each mow and they pay with card/bank of choice 💰

[@anthonysolis4163]

@@Makemoneymowing you should check out Yardbook. It's free to use and gives you make customer profiles and send and create invoices using your own company logo

[@Makemoneymowing]

anthony solis I’ve heard many great things with yardbook but never had a reason to switch from QB! You can also make the customer profile and send invoices with your logo as well. I pay $9/month but yardbook is a good free alternative

[@johnnycortez46]

How is business going ? Been alittle slow for me. But hopefully it will pick up

[@aden2391]

lol u got a flat spot on your wheel

[@4everun22]

are you licensed? insured? I started as a side business and doing pretty good with my schedule but I'm wondering about these things. thanks.

[@ruthlessmofo]

Damn that's a good question

[@anthonybecerra1982]

Bro what you looking at, look at the camara😂😂

[@Makemoneymowing]

Markbn_14 Can’t stop thinkin bout the money bro 😂

[@anthonybecerra1982]

it’s all good man all jokes, love your vids keep it up👍🏽

[@ohhiguy]

@@Makemoneymowing If I might add again, the balance board will help with this. As a matter of fact, that is the first thing I noticed when using it. I was not so overwhelmed while talking, that I could look at people in the eye while talking to them. Always before, I needed to look away so I could keep track of what I was saying.

[@jvaldez680]

Yo bro im thinking of starting my own business in lawn mowing bout to sell my car to buy a truck.... how was your beginnings

[@Diego-pt2od]

Hoe do I gain customers over these other people w big mowers and whole set up when I have the simple 3 ( blower , push mower , weed eater )

[@Makemoneymowing]

Diego Zuniga I gained my first customers from flyers and Craigslist ads! I’m still only using the simple 3 but I rank at the top of my city on google now, it goes to show quality work consistency and patience will move you to the top, slowly but surely ✌🏻

[@ykl178]

What happens if life happens and you can’t work for weeks? What happens when you get older and your body starts declining. Yes saving sounds good but what happens when you can’t pay mortgage,rent, child support. Not being negative but just saying been solo for 25 years.

[@Makemoneymowing]

Not negative at all! This is a topic that deserves it's own video 🙂 I'd love to hear how your 25 year solo journey has been! This is all I can share for how I operate & view the concepts you asked about. 1) When life happens and I can't work for weeks: that has happened as I have gotten injured from skating and couldn't work for a few weeks... I had enough saved up where me not working was not a problem at all, and I could put all of my focus into healing. Key note: I didn't always have that mindset as this is only coming from my current savings. When I started mowing and was building to this point, I likely would have been more stressed as I had much less savings & income coming in. But, month after month I slowly and surely grinded past that point of having those "emergency" money worries, and now I'm at my peak where I can instead shift that focus onto expanding- not simply just "surviving" Back to the injury- I told my customers I will do as much as I can with a helper until I am fully healed, and their yard might have to wait an extra 2~ weeks. If they are cool with that- awesome! If they are not and need their yard done quicker- I will either have a fellow lawn service cover me, or just release the yard if it came down to it. I rarely had a customer release due to me having to extend a few weeks- plus I am getting flooded with new callers every week that replacing those small amount is quick and simple. If I want to go on a 2-week vacation, I could swing that whenever I want as I just have to let my customers ahead of time. I can get their yards covered by another service, or they can wait for me. It's never been a problem as long as I don't leave during my peak busy times, which I don't do. I don't take many vacations (at least for now) because I want to continue working, but it's nice having that choice of being in control for whatever I desire! 2) When I get older and body becomes to decline, to be honest I only see myself mowing for the next 5 years (but I'm shooting for less, maybe 2-3 years). I've done a lot with my business, mowed 1000's of yards, and saved a TON of capital for my next business endeavors. I plan on ultimately creating income from this channel in multiple avenues to put me in a spot where I don't have to mow, and I can make a living from my courses helping others start & grow their business', 1-on-1 consulting, and all the other awesome incomes that can come from a large audience when you're focusing on putting out honest content. I do see 50-60 year olds solo operators mowing yards near my customers all the time, that is not my goal to mow to that age, but if all else failed I could easily mow the next 10+ years with the way I eat, sleep, and exercise, and balance stress ✅ My situation will differ from everyone else's, but this is just the comfortable position I built myself into over the past years from working, saving, and learning! I already proved to myself I can operate a physical business (which was the hardest part for me- seeing my own true potential), so I see no reason why I can't transfer that same drive towards an online business model 👁

[@diarrheasoupforthesoul]

You keep saying enough money..is that even a thing?

[@Makemoneymowing]

You tell me :) I mean "enough money" to where I'm not chasing 100% AS MUCH MONEY AS POSSIBLE anymore- saying yes to every person and every job that comes my way. I have enough money saved up to where I'm chasing simplicity and efficiency going forward; my yards are already bringing me recurring revenue every month. I just need to stay alive each week and do them!

[@CNMotorsports]

Yo! I’m gonna have you come out and we can come kill it out here, but for video make sure you make contact with the video!

[@Makemoneymowing]

Def man! I meant to reply to your email but now catching you here. What city are you in again man?

[@CNMotorsports]

Shawano WI moving to New London WI

[@Makemoneymowing]

@@CNMotorsports Damn! I went to Milwaukee a few years back and partook in some cheesiness. How do you like being up there?

[@CNMotorsports]

Make Money Mowing Love it brother! Our sheriff is the beat in Shawano County, he didn’t enforce the safer at home order in fact he wrote a letter to governor stating he violated our rights

[@caposalas9617]

With 5 yards 3 days in a week I’m good 🤣 $40 each yard

[@Makemoneymowing]

Sounds great to me! :)

[@Justadudeman22]

You from chicago fam ? Cubs rule btw 😄

[@Makemoneymowing]

born in San Francisco 🤯 but now living in Texas! you in chitown?