In this episode of Titan Talks, host Jonathan Stern interviews Shawn Perillo, owner of Perillo Property Maintenance. Perillo discusses how he got started in the landscaping industry and why he decided to start his own company. He shares the ups and downs of running the business, including the importance of route density and the challenges of finding good help. Perillo also emphasizes the impact of having an online presence, with 85% of his leads coming from his website and social media. Perillo’s ultimate goal is to have more time and money for his family and personal pursuits. He advises aspiring entrepreneurs to focus on quality work and not to get caught up in having fancy equipment when starting out.

In this episode of Titan Talks, Curtis Gaines, owner of Right Price, Right Choice Lawn Care Services, shares his journey from starting with a push mower borrowed from his grandmother to running a successful landscaping business. Curtis discusses the transition from a stable job at Walmart to full-time entrepreneurship, emphasizing the importance of consistency, communication, and a supportive family. He highlights the evolution of his marketing strategies from flyers to leveraging Google, social media, and a professional website. Curtis also reflects on the personal growth and freedom that comes with being a business owner and his goal of leaving a legacy for his children and grandchildren.

In this episode of the Titan Talks podcast, host Jonathan Stern interviews Conor Farrell, owner of Home Hardening Solutions, a home hardening company in Grass Valley, California. He shares how he started the business after noticing a growing need for home hardening services in his area. Conor explains the four divisions of his company: roofing, concrete/hardscaping, construction, and land clearing. He emphasizes the importance of maintaining quality as the business grows and prioritizing customer satisfaction. Conor discusses the challenges of scheduling and the pride he feels in being featured in a TV interview.