Latest Auman Podcast Episodes
Ep 460. Risk Being The Fool
Kid Contractor Podcast with Caleb Auman - February 05, 2024 11:00 - 8 minutes ★★★★★ - 187 ratingsCaleb discusses how risking embarrassment by asking for help from more experienced individuals can help you master new skills. https://www.thehardscapeacademy.com/in-person-training https://www.thehardscapeacademy.com/notify-hardscape-mastery The Hardscape Mastery Summit Waiting List (Be not...
Ep 459. 5 Safety Equip MUST HAVES
Kid Contractor Podcast with Caleb Auman - February 02, 2024 11:00 - 26 minutes ★★★★★ - 187 ratingsDo you and your crew members carry satefy equipment? In this episode Caleb and First responder pal Bill Cipparone talk 5 pieces of safety equip you must have! https://www.thehardscapeacademy.com/in-person-training https://www.thehardscapeacademy.com/notify-hardscape-mastery The Hardscape Mas...
Ep 458. Last Chance To Be Ready for 2024
Kid Contractor Podcast with Caleb Auman - January 31, 2024 11:00 - 10 minutes ★★★★★ - 187 ratingsCaleb emphasizes the importance of setting ambitious goals for the 2024 season and getting operations optimized in the next 30 days through budgeting, marketing plans, and team preparation. https://www.thehardscapeacademy.com/in-person-training https://www.thehardscapeacademy.com/notify-hard...
Ep 457. Organizing for Growth
Kid Contractor Podcast with Caleb Auman - January 26, 2024 11:00 - 35 minutes ★★★★★ - 187 ratingsTired of doing everything yourself and feeling overwhelmed? Discover how Caleb and Brittany used an organizational chart to identify tasks that could be delegated or automated, allowing them to focus on higher-level responsibilities and achieve their ambitious goals for 2024. Recorded on their r...
Ep 456. Taking The Guess Work Out Of Company Growth (LMN Debrief) Part 1
Kid Contractor Podcast with Caleb Auman - January 24, 2024 11:31 - 47 minutes ★★★★★ - 187 ratingsToday, Brian Fullerton joins us as we discuss our 2-day adventure to Toronto, Canada, sharing about our recent visit to LMN's HQ. This trip was incredibly enlightening as we learned how to utilize technology to take the guesswork out of creating predictable growth. Part 2 of this episode is foun...
Ep 455. Adapt to New Technology
Kid Contractor Podcast with Caleb Auman - January 22, 2024 11:00 - 56 minutes ★★★★★ - 187 ratingsRoadshow to Canda! Caleb and Brittany discuss their recent hardscape mastery summit and share business lessons on budgeting software, financial processes, and simplifying operations in this mobile roadshow. https://www.thehardscapeacademy.com/in-person-training https://www.thehardscapeacadem...
Ep 454. Changing My Thinking
Kid Contractor Podcast with Caleb Auman - January 19, 2024 11:00 - 26 minutes ★★★★★ - 187 ratingsCaleb shares how insights from top entrepreneurs helped him get back on track to crushing his goals. https://www.thehardscapeacademy.com/in-person-training https://www.thehardscapeacademy.com/notify-hardscape-mastery The Hardscape Mastery Summit Waiting List (Be notified when new dates are a...
Ep 453. Does The Gear Matter? (Part 2)
Kid Contractor Podcast with Caleb Auman - January 17, 2024 11:00 - 28 minutes ★★★★★ - 187 ratingsWant to be part of Company Cam's exclusive beta program for their new AI photo labeling feature? Luke from Company Cam discusses an exclusive opportunity for contractors to test their new AI photo labeling beta feature, with automatic photo organization from seamless photo taking and voice notes...
Ep 452. Does The Gear Matter? (Part 1)
Kid Contractor Podcast with Caleb Auman - January 15, 2024 11:00 - 36 minutes ★★★★★ - 187 ratingsWant to be part of Company Cam's exclusive beta program for their new AI photo labeling feature? Luke from Company Cam discusses an exclusive opportunity for contractors to test their new AI photo labeling beta feature, with automatic photo organization from seamless photo taking and voice notes...
Ep 451. A Lot of Figuring Out to Do
Kid Contractor Podcast with Caleb Auman - January 12, 2024 11:00 - 33 minutes ★★★★★ - 187 ratingsCaleb and Brittany debate different strategies between crews and management to ensure proper planning and scheduling from job to job. https://www.thehardscapeacademy.com/in-person-training https://www.companycam.com/podcast Auman Landscape on YouTube www.companycam/kcpodcast 14 days FREE...
Ep 450. Don't Burn The Firewood
Kid Contractor Podcast with Caleb Auman - January 10, 2024 11:00 - 39 minutes ★★★★★ - 187 ratingsCaleb discusses delegating projects to employees and the importance of clear communication and expectations to avoid mistakes, as he shares lessons learned from his own experiences. In person Hardscape training 2024 dates: Jan 5-6th, Feb 6-7th, Mar 14-15th, & Apr 5-6th LIMITED SPOTS REMAININ...
Ep 449. Growth is Seggzy (Part 2)
Kid Contractor Podcast with Caleb Auman - January 08, 2024 11:00 - 28 minutes ★★★★★ - 187 ratingsPart 2 of our talk with Jacob Goldar. To learn more about Jacob, go to https://www.jacobgodar.com In person Hardscape training 2024 dates: Jan 5-6th, Feb 6-7th, Mar 14-15th, & Apr 5-6th LIMITED SPOTS REMAINING! - Hardscape Mastery Summit Announced March 1st-2nd, 2024 | Secure Your Spot! L...
Ep 448. Growth is Seggzy (Part 1)
Kid Contractor Podcast with Caleb Auman - January 05, 2024 11:00 - 34 minutes ★★★★★ - 187 ratingsJacob Goldar, owner of multiple successful businesses, discusses how he grew his companies from the ground up through focusing on continual small improvements and narrowing his service offerings over time. In person Hardscape training 2024 dates: Jan 5-6th, Feb 6-7th, Mar 14-15th, & Apr 5-6th ...
Ep 448. Growth is Selling (Part 1)
Kid Contractor Podcast with Caleb Auman - January 05, 2024 11:00 - 34 minutes ★★★★★ - 187 ratingsJacob Goldar, owner of multiple successful businesses, discusses how he grew his companies from the ground up through focusing on continual small improvements and narrowing his service offerings over time. In person Hardscape training 2024 dates: Jan 5-6th, Feb 6-7th, Mar 14-15th, & Apr 5-6th ...
Ep 447. It's a Long Way to the Top (If You Wanna Rock 'n' Roll)
Kid Contractor Podcast with Caleb Auman - January 03, 2024 11:00 - 37 minutes ★★★★★ - 187 ratingsThis episode discusses tools and equipment that make jobs easier for contractors, focusing on a new trash can idea and how better tools can improve productivity and job satisfaction In person Hardscape training 2024 dates: Jan 5-6th, Feb 6-7th, Mar 14-15th, & Apr 5-6th LIMITED SPOTS REMAININ...
Ep 446. Back to The Fundamentals
Kid Contractor Podcast with Caleb Auman - January 01, 2024 11:00 - 32 minutes ★★★★★ - 187 ratingsCaleb and Brittany discuss their plans to return to business fundamentals in 2024, focusing on improved communication, scheduling, and bringing on a fractional CFO to help manage finances and free up time. In person Hardscape training 2024 dates: Jan 5-6th, Feb 6-7th, Mar 14-15th, & Apr 5-6th ...
Ep 445. Mobile Estimating Roadshow
Kid Contractor Podcast with Caleb Auman - December 29, 2023 11:00 - 26 minutes ★★★★★ - 187 ratingsJoin Caleb on a job site estimate ride-along, discussing the importance of clear communication and expectations when meeting with clients to discuss potential projects in this mobile roadshow! In person Hardscape training 2024 dates: Jan 5-6th, Feb 6-7th, Mar 14-15th, & Apr 5-6th LIMITED SPO...
Ep 444. The Budgeting of Time
Kid Contractor Podcast with Caleb Auman - December 27, 2023 11:00 - 26 minutes ★★★★★ - 187 ratingsCatch up with Caleb as he goes over some various thought provoking audio bites that can be applied in business. In person Hardscape training 2024 dates: Jan 5-6th, Feb 6-7th, Mar 14-15th, & Apr 5-6th LIMITED SPOTS REMAINING! - Hardscape Mastery Summit Announced March 1st-2nd, 2024 | Secure Y...
Ep 443. 2023 Year in Review
Kid Contractor Podcast with Caleb Auman - December 22, 2023 11:00 - 39 minutes ★★★★★ - 187 ratingsCaleb and Brittany sit down to analyze the key metrics and financials for their business over the past year. They discuss sales, expenses, profits and more as they evaluate their 2023 performance and look ahead to next year. In person Hardscape training 2024 dates: Jan 5-6th, Feb 6-7th, Mar 14...
Ep 442. The Problem with a Plan
Kid Contractor Podcast with Caleb Auman - December 20, 2023 11:00 - 32 minutes ★★★★★ - 187 ratingsCaleb talks common problems that can arise when elements are missed or misunderstood between plans and contracts. Listen in as Caleb shares lessons learned from past projects... In person Hardscape training 2024 dates: Jan 5-6th, Feb 6-7th, Mar 14-15th, & Apr 5-6th LIMITED SPOTS REMAINING! -...
Ep 441. Crawl Before You Ball
Kid Contractor Podcast with Caleb Auman - December 18, 2023 11:00 - 43 minutes ★★★★★ - 187 ratingsIn this second episode with Chase Gallagher of CMG Landscaping, Caleb continues their discussion about running a business as a young entrepreneur. NEW Hardscape Mastery Summit Announced March 1st-2nd, 2024 | Secure Your Spot! Lawn Care Life Conference - Reserve Your Spot! https://www.compa...
Ep 440. Create a Plan for Growth
Kid Contractor Podcast with Caleb Auman - December 15, 2023 11:00 - 49 minutes ★★★★★ - 187 ratingsBrittany and Alicia Brenztel discuss their Prime for Growth program to help contractors plan for business growth in the new year. Listen in as they provide details on the program and its benefits. NEW Hardscape Mastery Summit Announced March 1st-2nd, 2024 | Secure Your Spot! Lawn Care Life C...
Ep 439. A Better Mousetrap
Kid Contractor Podcast with Caleb Auman - December 13, 2023 11:00 - 56 minutes ★★★★★ - 187 ratingsAndy Campbell of Campbell Landscaping talks using autonomous robotic mowers and battery-powered equipment, including exploring if these technologies represent a "better mousetrap," to help combat labor shortages while still providing opportunities for team members. NEW Hardscape Mastery Summit...
Ep 438. Talking with Hardscape Academy Attendees: Equipment, Billing Strategies, and Lessons Learned from Starting a Business
Kid Contractor Podcast with Caleb Auman - December 11, 2023 11:00 - 53 minutes ★★★★★ - 187 ratingsCaleb catches up with Kyle, Tyler, and Matt after their time at The Hardscape Academy to discuss their equipment setups, billing processes, and lessons learned from starting their landscape and hardscape companies. They also share advice for others looking to start their own businesses based on ...
Ep 437. A Recap from LMN Mastermind Session 2023
Kid Contractor Podcast with Caleb Auman - December 08, 2023 11:00 - 32 minutes ★★★★★ - 187 ratingsCaleb shares key takeaways and notes from the LMN landscape mastermind event, including discussions around budgeting, estimating, company culture, problem clients, and the importance of people management in running a successful business. NEW Hardscape Mastery Summit Announced March 1st-2nd...
Ep 436. Our Springer Episode
Kid Contractor Podcast with Caleb Auman - December 06, 2023 11:00 - 27 minutes ★★★★★ - 187 ratingsCaleb and Brittany's on-air debate takes an unexpected turn as their discussion escalates into a full-blown argument that threatens to turn their podcast into an episode of "The Jerry Springer Show." NEW Hardscape Mastery Summit Announced March 1st-2nd, 2024 | Secure Your Spot! Lawn Care Lif...
Ep 435. What Are You Buying in 2024?
Kid Contractor Podcast with Caleb Auman - December 04, 2023 11:00 - 19 minutes ★★★★★ - 187 ratingsCaleb discusses equipment purchasing plans that various landscape contractors have for 2024 based on a poll, touching on trends like mechanization and a focus on paying off existing assets. NEW Hardscape Mastery Summit Announced March 1st-2nd, 2024 | Secure Your Spot! Lawn Care Life Conferen...
Ep 434. From Side Hustle to a $1.8M Business (Part 1)
Kid Contractor Podcast with Caleb Auman - December 01, 2023 11:00 - 58 minutes ★★★★★ - 187 ratingsCaleb interviews 22-year-old Chase Gallagher about how he grew his landscape construction company CMG Landscaping from a childhood lawn mowing side hustle into a $1.8 million business with eight employees. NEW Hardscape Mastery Summit Announced March 1st-2nd, 2024 | Secure Your Spot! Lawn Ca...
Ep 433. Moving FRWRD
Kid Contractor Podcast with Caleb Auman - November 29, 2023 11:00 - 56 minutes ★★★★★ - 187 ratingsThis episode features an interview with Ken Deemer and Patrick Murray from Local Roots landscaping and their new coaching business called FRWRD, where they discuss their journey growing Local Roots and how they are now helping other contractors scale their businesses through coaching. NEW Hard...
Ep 432. Make The Best Decisions You Can
Kid Contractor Podcast with Caleb Auman - November 27, 2023 11:00 - 36 minutes ★★★★★ - 187 ratingsCaleb discusses making the best decisions you can in business by going through a list of screenshots he's collected over the years containing advice, quotes, and examples. NEW Hardscape Mastery Summit Announced March 1st-2nd, 2024 | Secure Your Spot! Lawn Care Life Conference - Reserve Your ...