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Side Hustle Squad

Side Hustle Squad

Written by: Mike Garvey
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Welcome to the Side Hustle Squad Podcast with your host, Mike Garvey! My goal is to provide entrepreneurs with all the tools and resources they need to start and succeed in the lawn care industry on the side while working a full-time career. Whether you're a seasoned pro or just starting out, or thinking about taking the leap into starting a business, this podcast will help you build and grow. Guests from the green industry and beyond will be on the show to share their experiences and advice. I provide in-depth interviews with successful entrepreneurs, offering insight into what it takes to succeed in running a business. I will also discuss the various aspects of the lawn care industry, from equipment and industry trends to stories and experiences from my own lawn care business successes and failures. You will leave each episode feeling informed, empowered, and ready to hustle. No matter what stage of the journey you're in, the Side Hustle Squad is here to help you succeed. Tune in every week for the latest interviews, tips, tricks, and advice for growing your business.2023 Careers Economics Personal Success
Episodes
  • Ep 303. Wrapping up LAL 2025! Key Takeaways!
    Jan 27 2026

    We're wrapping up Lawntrepreneur Academy Live 2025 the best way we know how—with a panel conversation breaking down the biggest lessons from an incredible event.

    In this final episode from LAL, Mike Garvey is joined by Larry Delli Santi, John Pajak, and Cornell Mack to unpack key takeaways from the weekend, standout moments from the speakers, and the ideas that hit hardest for contractors and entrepreneurs alike.

    From mindset and leadership to systems, sales, and growth strategies, this conversation highlights what made LAL 2025 so impactful—and why the bar is already set high heading into 2026.

    🔗 Important Links & Resources

    🎙 Side Hustle Squad on Instagram
    @sidehustlesquadpodcast

    🌱 Coastal Fertilization on Instagram
    @coastalfertilization

    💻 Branded Bull Website Design
    Visit BrandedBull.com

    📋 Get Jobber – 20% Off for 6 Months
    Sign Up Here

    🏗 EQUIP Exposition — Save 50%
    Register Now
    Use promo code: SIDEHUSTLE at checkout

    👟 Save 10% on KUJO Yardwear
    Shop Now
    Discount automatically applies

    📬 PostcardMania
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    💵 Relay – Powerful Business Banking for Small Business Owners
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    Free Contractor Sales Training with Eric Triplett
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    32 mins
  • Ep 302. Building a Modern Landscaping Brand with Allen LaMere!
    Jan 22 2026

    Allen shares what's new in his landscaping business, how things have evolved since we last talked, and what he's focused on during the winter months to keep momentum rolling. We also dive into his rapidly growing Instagram presence—how he's building a loyal following, creating content that resonates, and using social media as a real growth tool for his brand.

    Connect with Allen: https://www.instagram.com/lamerelandscaping/

    🔗 Important Links & Resources

    🎙 Side Hustle Squad on Instagram
    @sidehustlesquadpodcast

    🌱 Coastal Fertilization on Instagram
    @coastalfertilization

    💻 Branded Bull Website Design
    Visit BrandedBull.com

    📋 Get Jobber – 20% Off for 6 Months
    Sign Up Here

    🏗 EQUIP Exposition — Save 50%
    Register Now
    Use promo code: SIDEHUSTLE at checkout

    👟 Save 10% on KUJO Yardwear
    Shop Now
    Discount automatically applies

    📬 PostcardMania
    Learn More

    💵 Relay – Powerful Business Banking for Small Business Owners
    Learn More

    Free Contractor Sales Training with Eric Triplett
    Learn More

    Show More Show Less
    19 mins
  • Ep 301. First-Time Takeaways & Proven Principles: Live from Lawntrepreneur Academy Live!
    Jan 20 2026

    Recorded at Lawntrepreneur Academy Live, this mashup episode features Patrick Susino's first-time takeaways from the event alongside a surprise appearance by John Pajak, who shares three foundational principles for running a successful business. Real lessons, real experience, and real talk from LAL.

    🔗 Important Links & Resources

    🎙 Side Hustle Squad on Instagram
    @sidehustlesquadpodcast

    🌱 Coastal Fertilization on Instagram
    @coastalfertilization

    💻 Branded Bull Website Design
    Visit BrandedBull.com

    📋 Get Jobber – 20% Off for 6 Months
    Sign Up Here

    🏗 EQUIP Exposition — Save 50%
    Register Now
    Use promo code: SIDEHUSTLE at checkout

    👟 Save 10% on KUJO Yardwear
    Shop Now
    Discount automatically applies

    📬 PostcardMania
    Learn More

    💵 Relay – Powerful Business Banking for Small Business Owners
    Learn More

    Free Contractor Sales Training with Eric Triplett
    Learn More

    Show More Show Less
    17 mins
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