In this episode, we have a special guest, Jaime Turney, a COO and Accounting Strategist from Core Growth Strategies. Jaime will be explaining the significance of financial numbers for small businesses. Join Christeen and Jaime as they delve deep into critical concepts that almost every businessperson should know. From revenue and expenses, to net and gross profit, inventory management to equity, the duo will explore how every aspect of your financial data is critical to make informed decisions aimed at propelling your business to the next level. Get ready to take notes as Jaime sheds light on how to leverage various metrics to supercharge your business growth!The Green Profit Academy Pros Podcast digs into the challenges in growing a Lawn Care and Landscape business while maximizing your profit. Christeen Era, and Steve Bousquet. are green industry experts in profit, growth, and leadership.

In this episode, "100 Days of Hell", we discuss the challenges lawn care and landscape business owners face during the busiest season in the industry. Our experienced hosts, Christeen Era and Steve Bousquet, provide basic tips and tricks on how to manage scheduling, operations, and staff during this challenging season. Tune in to this episode and gain insights on how to navigate the "100 Days of Hell" and maximize profitability during the busiest season in the lawn care and landscape industry.The Green Profit Academy Pros Podcast digs into the challenges in growing a Lawn Care and Landscape business while maximizing your profit. Christeen Era, and Steve Bousquet. are green industry experts in profit, growth, and leadership.

Welcome to episode 10 of the Green Profit Academy Pros Podcast, where hosts Christeen Era and Steve Bousquet delve into the critical topic of "What is your Break-Even Point in Business?" In this episode, the experienced Profit First coaches provide invaluable insights on how understanding your break-even point helps with crucial financial decision making, particularly when it comes to setting business goals, strategies, and maximizing profitability. Join our hosts while they engage in a comprehensive conversation exploring the intricacies of identifying the break-even point, the variables that influence it and how to accurately calculate it to grow your business. Tune in to this impactful episode and gain access to the Green Profit Academy Toolbox https://grow.greenprofitacademy.com/courses/green-profit-toolbox  for more valuable resources. Don't miss out on this opportunity to enhance your business financial know-how!The Green Profit Academy Pros Podcast digs into the challenges in growing a Lawn Care and Landscape business while maximizing your profit. Christeen Era, and Steve Bousquet. are green industry experts in profit, growth, and leadership.

Join us on the Green Profit Academy Pros Podcast as we explore the journey of business ownership from inception to success. In this episode, industry experts Christeen Era & Steve Bousquet will guide you through the key stages of business growth and maturation.In this episode, we focus on the journey of business ownership and cover key stages that businesses go through as they grow and mature. We'll delve into the challenges entrepreneurs typically face when building and scaling a successful business, including how to navigate planning, funding, launch, growth, expansion, maturity, and exit strategy. Tune in to hear expert advice and insights on how to take your business to the next level and succeed in today's competitive marketplace.The Green Profit Academy Pros Podcast digs into the challenges in growing a Lawn Care and Landscape business while maximizing your profit. Christeen Era, and Steve Bousquet. are green industry experts in profit, growth, and leadership.

In this episode of Green Profit Academy Pros Podcast, lawncare and landscaping business owners can gain invaluable insights from a seasoned veteran of the industry. Hosts Christeen Era and Steve Bousquet, both Profit First coaches and professionals, interview Don Zerby, a successful landscaping business owner with over 30 years of experience. As someone who has been in the industry since the age of 14, Zerby shares his ups and downs as a business owner and describes how Profit First practices elevated his business. His company, Ecolawn now services roughly 2700 lawns in the greater Cleveland area.  Listen in on episode 8 of Green Profit Academy Pros podcast to hear Don Zerby's story!The Green Profit Academy Pros Podcast digs into the challenges in growing a Lawn Care and Landscape business while maximizing your profit. Christeen Era, and Steve Bousquet. are green industry experts in profit, growth, and leadership.

Join hosts Christeen Era and Steve Bousquet in Episode 7 of our podcast, where they will discuss pumpkin planning - a financial strategy that can help any business thrive.In this episode, we will take a deep dive into financial planning for business owners, discussing key strategies for budgeting, time management, and finding the right balance between growth and profitability. Our hosts will share their insights on how to use pumpkin planning to ensure that your business stays on track and continues to grow.With concrete examples and practical advice, this episode is a must-listen for anyone looking to take their business to the next level.So, tune in and hear from our financial experts and experienced business owners as we explore the world of pumpkin planning and provide valuable insights into how to achieve financial security and success in this challenging and rewarding field. This episode is sure to inspire and inform - don't miss it!The Green Profit Academy Pros Podcast digs into the challenges in growing a Lawn Care and Landscape business while maximizing your profit. Christeen Era, and Steve Bousquet. are green industry experts in profit, growth, and leadership.

In this episode, we discuss the ways Clifton Strengths can show up in your life and how you can learn to lead with them in your everyday life. Whether you’re a student, an entrepreneur, or just looking to stay ahead of the curve, this episode is packed with stories and strategies that will help you cultivate your vision for success. Join us as we discuss this topic with certified Strengths coach, Steve Bousquet & Christeen Era as they share their secrets for getting ahead and provide real-world examples on how they are using their abilities to shape the future. So tune in as we discuss leadership, career advice, finding motivation, and more from two lawn care and landscape industry professionals who have harnessed their unique talents for success.If you're interested in strengths coaching, sign up here! The Green Profit Academy Pros Podcast digs into the challenges in growing a Lawn Care and Landscape business while maximizing your profit. Christeen Era, and Steve Bousquet. are green industry experts in profit, growth, and leadership.

Join hosts Christeen Era and Steve Bousquet in Episode 5 of our podcast as they interview bestselling author Mike Michalowicz about the highs and lows of being a small business owner. Michalowicz shares his insights into the world of entrepreneurship, discussing common pitfalls that often catch business owners by surprise and the best ways to avoid them.In this engaging and informal conversation, you’ll hear about Michalowicz's personal experiences navigating the challenges of work and life balance. From time management to building the right support systems, this episode offers practical advice for business owners on how to stay motivated and stay the course.Whether you’re a seasoned entrepreneur or someone just starting out, you’ll find valuable insights and advice in this podcast. So listen in and find out how to succeed in a difficult and rewarding field that rewards hard work, determination, and a willingness to learn. Join us and gain unique insights into what makes small businesses thrive!If you're interested in hearing more from Mike Michalowicz:https://www.facebook.com/MikeMichalowiczFanPage/ https://www.instagram.com/mikemichalowicz/https://www.youtube.com/user/MikeMichalowiczhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/mikemichalowicz/https://twitter.com/MikeMichalowiczhttps://www.youtube.com/c/mikemichalowiczofficialhttps://mikemichalowicz.com/mikespodcast/The Green Profit Academy Pros Podcast digs into the challenges in growing a Lawn Care and Landscape business while maximizing your profit. Christeen Era, and Steve Bousquet. are green industry experts in profit, growth, and leadership.

Christeen and Steve discuss recession proofing your lawn care and landscape business. As experts from the lawn care industry, they share their stories of how they survived tough times as well as valuable strategies for staying on top of the competition even during a recession. Hear about strategies like building a cash reserve, securing financing, reducing your expenses, and more—all designed to help you manage your business for success no matter what comes your way. Tune in now for cutting-edge advice from the experts who know what it takes to stay afloat and grow their businesses even in trying times.In this episode, we offer listeners a special surprise at the end. Be sure to listen all the way through for the details!Click here to get a copy of the Recession Proofing Your Business Checklist: http://ow.ly/7ql850NAw3OThe Green Profit Academy Pros Podcast digs into the challenges in growing a Lawn Care and Landscape business while maximizing your profit. Christeen Era, and Steve Bousquet. are green industry experts in profit, growth, and leadership.

In this episode, Christeen interviews Steve Bousquet on the challenges of not knowing your numbers in your business. They discuss the ups and downs of owning and growing a business. Steve shares some great insights, some to-dos and do not’s, around his entrepreneurial journey!www.greenprofitacademy.com www.profitfirstforlawncareandlandscape.com Get Profit First for Lawn Care and Landscape Businesses The Green Profit Academy Pros Podcast digs into the challenges in growing a Lawn Care and Landscape business while maximizing your profit. Christeen Era, and Steve Bousquet. are green industry experts in profit, growth, and leadership.

In this episode Christeen and Steve explain the methodologies of Profit First. They dive into what Profit First is and how it helps businesses grow and manage their cash flow!For a Free Instant Assessment and Profitability Tools: https://profitfirstforlawncareandlandscape.com/instant-assessment/The Green Profit Academy Pros Podcast digs into the challenges in growing a Lawn Care and Landscape business while maximizing your profit. Christeen Era, and Steve Bousquet. are green industry experts in profit, growth, and leadership.

Christeen Era and Steve Bousquet are the founders of Green Profit Academy. They are two Mastery Level Profit First Professionals who own their own individual businesses and are passionate about supporting other small businesses to scale and grow.  In this episode, they talk about who they are, what they do, and how they were inspired to create Green Profit Academy to help industry service-based businesses level up their business and avoid the trying and costly mistakes that most business owners make. The first 10 subscribers will get a signed Profit First for Lawn Care and Landscape Businesses book sent to them! For your free autographed copy of Profit First for Lawn Care and Landscape Businesses book, email support@greenprofitacademy.com - in the subject title: I subscribed to the podcast, and make sure you include your name and mailing address. The Green Profit Academy Pros Podcast digs into the challenges in growing a Lawn Care and Landscape business while maximizing your profit. Christeen Era, and Steve Bousquet. are green industry experts in profit, growth, and leadership.