In this episode of Titan Talks, Jonathan Stern interviews John Brouder, owner of Brouder & Sons Landscaping and Irrigation. John talks about starting his business during college and evolving it from lawn maintenance to specializing in hardscapes, irrigation, and low-voltage lighting due to the low profitability and high competition in lawn mowing. He mentions working through New England’s seasons, including performing snow plowing in winter. Despite having a small team, John emphasizes quality work and customer satisfaction, which have contributed to his success, noting the challenge of balancing expansion with maintaining personal happiness and service quality. He also discusses the potential for his sons to take over the business, highlighting his elder son David’s significant contribution during a period when John’s health was compromised.

Jered shares his story growing the business from a solo operation to servicing more than 400 weekly properties and the role that their online presence played.

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.