This episode, which is a recording of an Instagram Live I did on August 6, 2023, is part of our mid week release which are recorded Live on Instagram every Sunday at 8.30 EST and released as a podcast on Thursdays.
In this episode I also answered questions such as:
Do you have any plans on getting a second crew going?
What is your definition of the landscape trade?
What warranty do landscapers provide for plants?
Is Dan Foreman the new Jamie Durie?
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Episode 136 - Curt O'Toole - Urban Elements Landscapes
In this episode I speak with Curt O'Toole from Urban Elements Landscapes, a landscape construction company based in Geelong working on residential, commercial and government projects.
Curt is in his 30th year in the industry so has plenty of knowledge he shares in this episode, and is probably the person who has taught me the most about how to run a landscaping business.
He talks about why his team grew to 20 and how it wasn't his initial plan, and there's plenty of other nuggets of advice Curt shares from his time in the industry.
You can follow Curt on Instagram @uelandscapes
You can follow along with the projects we're currently working on via our Instagram page
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Episode 135 - What are your crazy paving 'rules'?
This episode, which is a recording of an Instagram Live I did on July 31, 2023, is part of our mid week release which are recorded Live on Instagram every Sunday, sometimes Monday, at 8.30 EST and released as a podcast on Thursdays. In this weeks episode we also had Dan Foreman come on to talk about the upcoming Melbourne Home Show and the garden he's designed for that as well as some of the speakers involved.
In this episode I also answered questions such as:
When starting your company with a trade background, how did you learn the business side?
How much do you pay for workcover?
What's your favourite plant?
What machines/equipment are essential for a successful business?
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Episode 134 - Phil Antcliff and Jack Hayes - Fifth Season Landscapes
In this episode I speak with Phil Antcliff and Jack Hayes from Fifth Season Landscapes. A landscape design, construction and maintenance company based in Sydney.
Phil and Jack were both running their own businesses before deciding to join forces and building their business up to where it is today at 20+ employees with a design office based in New Zealand as well.
It's a great chat to hear about the importance and value of being patient in growing a business and not employing people just for the sake of growing, but employing the right people when they come along and doing whatever you can to keep the good ones.
You can follow Fifth Season Landscapes on Instagram @fifthseasonlandscapes
You can follow along with the projects we're currently working on via our Instagram page
@instyle_gardens
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Episode 133 - What's the most pivotal business decision you've made?
This episode, which is a recording of an Instagram Live I did on July 24, 2023, is part of our mid week release which are recorded Live on Instagram every Sunday, sometimes Monday, at 8.30 EST and released as a podcast on Thursdays.
In this episode I answered questions such as:
How many square meters of crazy paving are you getting through per day per guy?
Get LinkedIn or not?
Do you ever go plant shopping yourself or just have them delivered? Are there pro's can cons either option?
What's your process for scope creep and constant changes during construction?
You can follow along with the projects we're currently working on via our Instagram page
@instyle_gardens
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You can view each episode on our YouTube channel
Episode 132 - Kate Seddon - Kate Seddon Landscape Design
In this episode I speak with Kate Seddon from Kate Seddon Landscape Design, a landscape design company based in Melbourne.
Kate runs an extremely popular business, and it was awesome to hear her share her story about how she started in the industry, after having a career in sales and marketing prior. She spoke about the benefits of the flexibility in days when she started so she could work around looking after her young kids at the time, and it was so great to hear this example, as many people wonder how they could make the switch from their current career, and Kate shares how she did it.
Kate has also had gardens she design open as part of the Open Gardens scheme, so she speaks about the benefits of this over a garden show build, and how much she enjoys being part of them.
You can follow Kate on Instagram @kateseddon_landscapedesign
You can follow along with the projects we're currently working on via our Instagram page
@instyle_gardens
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You can view each episode on our YouTube channel
Episode 131 - What are some tips to help manage cashflow?
This episode, which is a recording of an Instagram Live I did on July 16, 2023, is part of our mid week release which are recorded Live on Instagram every Sunday at 8.30 EST and released as a podcast on Thursdays.
In this episode I answered questions such as:
How much written detail should you put into a quote?
Do you consider only those who have done an apprenticeship, true landscapers?
Do you use square meter rates when quoting?
Do you consider the maintenance of a garden when designing it?
You can follow along with the projects we're currently working on via our Instagram page
@instyle_gardens
@thelandscapingpodcast
You can view each episode on our YouTube channel
Episode 130 - Daniel Althaus - Althaus Landscape Design
In this episode I speak with Daniel Althaus of Althaus Landscape Designs. Daniel runs his design business based out of Ballarat but works in Melbourne and around Victoria, creating predominantly natural, native habitat gardens.
It was great to talk to Daniel who is early in his business to find out how he started and some of the things he's doing to accelerate the growth and success of his business, such as doing a garden at MIFGS and using the advice of a couple of mentors in the industry.
Daniel also shares some great advice about not being afraid to knock on doors to ask for help, as the worst thing that can happen is that the door doesn't open.
You can follow Daniel on Instagram @althaus_landscape_designs
You can follow along with the projects we're currently working on via our Instagram page
@instyle_gardens
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