In this episode, Scott (@MillionDollarLandscaper) explains why running ads too soon will drain your wallet—and what you should do first. He breaks down why word of mouth is still king, how to tap past customers for easy wins, why yard signs, vehicle wraps, and “5 arounds” create instant trust, and how networking groups keep work coming in. He also covers why a Google Business Profile, consistent social media, and a simple, mobile-friendly website are non-negotiable before you ever spend a dime on ads.

Welcome to The Million Dollar Landscaper Podcast w/Scott Molchan, landscaper-turned-coach helping business owners stop spinning their wheels, build smart systems, and finally run a profitable company without burning out. On this podcast, you’ll hear how to attract better customers, price your work for profit, and learn the lessons Scott picked up while scaling his own landscaping business.

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You’re paying $35 an hour—and guys still don’t show up. Sound familiar? In this episode, Scott unpacks a heated Facebook discussion where landscapers vented about the worker shortage—and shared what’s actually working to keep crews together.

You’ll learn:

✅ Why paying more isn’t enough to fix turnover

✅ Simple ways to build loyalty (without spending a fortune)

✅ Coaching tips for hiring slow, onboarding right, and checking in often

✅ The “employee” you can add who never quits, never calls in sick, and works 24/7

If you’re burned out from the revolving door of employees, this episode gives you practical steps to steady your crew—and your business.

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📒 Show Notes 📒

Our mission here at Million Dollar Landscaper is to help you grow a profitable landscaping business.

Here are the ways to work with us here at Million Dollar Landscaper:

⚡️PODCAST: Listen to the podcast https://www.milliondollarlandscaper.com/podcast

⚡️PROGRAMS: Learn about our online courses at: https://www.milliondollarlandscaper.com/workwithus

⚡️YOUTUBE: Check out our videos at https://www.youtube.com/c/MillionDollarLandscaper

Connect with Scott Molchan on Social Media:

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/milliondollarlandscaper

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/milliondollarlandscaper/

We would really appreciate it if you would leave us a review at: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/million-dollar-landscaper-podcast/id1367445237

TOOLS AND APPS WE RECOMMEND

-Cycle CPA: Accounting Services For The Green Industry & Service-Based Businesses, Bringing a business mind to accounting. https://t2m.io/H4hkcEg

-Green Frog Web Design: Green Frog understands the struggle of finding a dependable website designer as a lawn and landscape company. Their aim is to demystify web design and foster trust to help your business grow. http://mdl.coach/greenfrog

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Disclaimer: Please see the link for our disclaimer policy for our videos and podcasts on the Million Dollar Landscaper Podcast and YouTube channels. https://www.milliondollarlandscaper.com/disclaimer

You’re running jobs, meeting with clients, and trying to keep your crew on track. But meanwhile, the admin side of your business is stacking up—emails, invoices, scheduling, social media, customer follow-ups. Before you know it, you’re buried in $12/hour tasks while the big money jobs get put on hold.

In this episode, Scott sits down with Derek Shaw and Kelli Anh of Hyre (formerly Hey Lieu) to show landscapers how Virtual Assistants (VAs) can save you from burnout and help you grow faster.

You’ll learn:

✅ The 3 smartest ways landscapers are using VAs right now

✅ Real-world examples of how VAs handle bookkeeping, scheduling, social media, and customer follow-up

✅ How VAs can support your crew in the field—so techs focus on the work, not the paperwork

✅ Simple steps to delegate without losing control of your business

✅ Why holding onto every task yourself is costing you money

If you’re stuck doing everything on your own—or you’ve hit that awkward stage where you can’t yet afford another hire—this episode will show you a better way.

Quick win: Hand off one repetitive task (like scheduling or social posts) to a VA and get hours back in your week immediately.

👉 Want to explore how Hyre can help you put VAs to work in your landscaping business?

Check them out at https://affiliate.hyreup.com/mdlpodcast.

📒 Show Notes 📒

Our mission here at Million Dollar Landscaper is to help you grow a profitable landscaping business.

Here are the ways to work with us here at Million Dollar Landscaper:

⚡️PODCAST: Listen to the podcast https://www.milliondollarlandscaper.com/podcast

⚡️PROGRAMS: Learn about our online courses at: https://www.milliondollarlandscaper.com/workwithus

⚡️YOUTUBE: Check out our videos at https://www.youtube.com/c/MillionDollarLandscaper

Connect with Scott Molchan on Social Media:

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/milliondollarlandscaper

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/milliondollarlandscaper/

We would really appreciate it if you would leave us a review at: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/million-dollar-landscaper-podcast/id1367445237

TOOLS AND APPS WE RECOMMEND

-Cycle CPA: Accounting Services For The Green Industry & Service-Based Businesses, Bringing a business mind to accounting. https://t2m.io/H4hkcEg

-Green Frog Web Design: Green Frog understands the struggle of finding a dependable website designer as a lawn and landscape company. Their aim is to demystify web design and foster trust to help your business grow. http://mdl.coach/greenfrog

This video is sponsored. Some links are affiliate links which means if you buy something, we'll receive a small commission.

#VirtualAssistantsForLandscapers #WorkSmarterNotHarder #LandscaperTimeSaver #MoreJobsLessStress #HyreForContractors #MillionDollarLandscaper #LandscapingBusinessTips #RealTalkWithScottAndKati #LandscaperGrowthTools #ContractorLifeHacks #DelegateAndGrow #OutsourceToScale #LevelUpYourBusiness #StopDoing12DollarTasks #ScottMolchan #LeadSpeedMarketing

Disclaimer: Please see the link for our disclaimer policy for our videos and podcasts on the Million Dollar Landscaper Podcast and YouTube channels. https://www.milliondollarlandscaper.com/disclaimer