Are you losing projects to competitors and unsure why your sales aren't closing? In today's competitive outdoor living sales landscape, many professionals struggle with traditional selling techniques that fall flat. This episode tackles the pressing issue of project loss to competitors and introduces a consultative approach that focuses on understa…

Are you struggling to raise your prices while still attracting high-paying clients in the landscaping industry? In an industry where competition is fierce, many professionals find it challenging to increase their rates without losing business. This episode explores actionable strategies to build value and enhance client relationships, ensuring you …

Are you leaving money on the table by neglecting the importance of profit in your business? In today’s competitive landscape, many entrepreneurs struggle to maintain profitability amidst rising costs and market challenges. This episode addresses the urgent need to shift your focus toward profit, making it a habitual priority rather than an aftertho…

Are you mistakenly chasing revenue while ignoring what truly drives your business profits? In this episode, Joshua Gillow and Adam Linnemann uncover a critical issue many entrepreneurs face: the misconception that higher revenue equals better business health. If you’re feeling the pressure of top-line numbers without seeing real profits, this episo…

Are you constantly stressed about bills, wondering why your profitable business isn’t translating into cash? In today’s episode, Joshua Gillow and Adam Lineman tackle a problem many face: living paycheck to paycheck despite running a seemingly successful business. If you’re eager to break this cycle and achieve financial stability, this discussion …

SMS Workshop, Episode 4! Are you ready to elevate your landscaping business? In this episode, we dive deep into a game-changing approach that can revolutionize your operations and profitability. Join Joshua Gillow as he reveals the secrets to transforming your business by adopting a hospitality mindset. Discover why shifting your focus from project…

In this episode, Joshua Gillow and Dan Bai discuss the importance of having a systemized sales process and a service-oriented mindset. They emphasize the need to focus on the process, approach, and attitude rather than being fixated on outcomes. They highlight the significance of building confidence through a repeatable and uniform sales approach. …

In Episode 3 of Sales Made Simple workshop, Joshua talks about the top 5 customer red flags in sales and what to watch out for. Tune in every Friday morning for our Sales Made Simple workshop to gain sales tips and strategies that will help your business grow. Tune into this podcast where a seasoned craftsman shares expert communication skills, str…

In this conversation, Joshua Gillow and Daniel Bai discuss the importance of tonality in sales and communication. They emphasize the need to adapt one's tone to match the client's needs and desires, rather than imposing one's own style. They highlight the role of curiosity and clarifying questions in understanding the client's vision and creating a…

In Episode 2 of Sales Made Simple workshop, Joshua is joined by Jesse Gonzalez. Today's workshop is all about how to follow up with clients after your proposals have been received. Tune in every Friday morning for our Sales Made Simple workshop to gain sales tips and strategies that will help your business grow.…

In this conversation, Joshua Gillow and Dan Bai discuss the importance of listening and asking purposeful questions in the sales process. They emphasize the need for salespeople to talk less and let clients express their needs, wants, and desires. They introduce the concept of STFU (Shut The F*** Up) as a way to create space for clients to share an…

In Episode 1 of Sales Made Simple workshop, Joshua shares a communication secret that changed everything for him in sales. Tune in every Friday morning for our Sales Made Simple workshop to gain sales tips and strategies that will help your business grow. Tune into this podcast where a seasoned craftsman shares expert communication skills, strategi…

In this conversation, Joshua Gillow and Dan Bai discuss the importance of setting clear expectations with clients and how it can improve closing rates. They emphasize the need to make clients feel safe and establish emotional connections. They also highlight the significance of asking the right questions to understand clients' desires and needs. Th…

Sales made Simple for Outdoor Living Pros, Landscapers and Hardscapers (formerly Outerspaces) This podcast is dedicated to helping overwhelmed outdoor living professionals, landscapers and Hardscapers just like you increase your closing rate to over 75% without doubling your workload so you can build a seven-figure business that doesn't need you. C…

Tune in for a conversation with special guest Larry Van Sant of Sandler Sales Training. Connect with Joshua at: The Website The Facebook Group Design & Sales Master Classes Subscribe to Outerspaces on your favorite podcasting platform and never miss an episode! Tune into this podcast where a seasoned craftsman shares expert communication skills, st…

Tune in for a conversation with special guests Chris & Eric Martinez. Mission Mindset Adventures Connect with Joshua at: The Website The Facebook Group Sales Master Classes Subscribe to Outerspaces on your favorite podcasting platform and never miss an episode! Tune into this podcast where a seasoned craftsman shares expert communication skills, st…

In this episode, Joshua Gillow and Weston Zimmerman discuss the importance of slowing down and building deeper relationships with clients in the outdoor living industry. They emphasize the need to focus on the human connection and provide certainty in an uncertain process. They also highlight the significance of setting expectations and delivering …

In this episode, Joshua Gillow and Weston discuss how to handle a sales presentation when it's falling apart. They emphasize the importance of authenticity and genuine helpfulness in sales conversations. They suggest that instead of focusing on selling, salespeople should focus on helping and serving their clients. They also discuss the significanc…

In this episode, Joshua Gillow and Weston Zimmerman discuss the concept of change orders in construction projects. They explore whether change orders are good or bad for contractors and clients. They emphasize the importance of setting clear expectations and communicating effectively with clients. They also highlight the opportunity for change orde…

In this episode, Joshua Gillow and Weston Zimmerman discuss the importance of profitability in every project for outdoor living professionals. They emphasize the need for clarity in three key areas: budgeting, production rates, and communication with clients. By having a clear understanding of these aspects, contractors can ensure that they are cha…

In this episode, Joshua and Scott share expert communication skills, strategies for overcoming stress and overwhelm, and insights on building a profitable business in landscaping and hardscaping, with tips on how to sell, close more deals, and achieve financial freedom to retire early as a successful business owner in the design/build and outdoor l…

In this conversation, Scott Lesak and Joshua Gillow discuss strategies for building and keeping a team that cares. They emphasize the importance of company culture and creating an experience that attracts and retains employees. They also discuss the shift from viewing employees as subordinates to seeing them as team members. They highlight the need…

In this conversation, Joshua and Scott discuss the shift from a survival mindset to a thriving mindset. They emphasize the importance of shifting from a lack mindset to an abundance mindset and the power of asking the right questions. They also explore the concept of success and how it is defined differently for each individual. The conversation hi…

Joshua Gillow is joined by landscape professional and coach Scott Lesak. Scott shares his story about how he faced and overcame his addiction to alcohol. Through his struggles and personal growth, Scott managed to turn his life around and now encourages others to do the same as a life coach. For more information about Scott, you can reach out to hi…

In this conversation, Joshua Gillow and Ryan Lee discuss how to increase your closing rate. They emphasize the importance of giving clients options and being transparent about pricing and budget. By offering multiple options, you can cater to different client preferences and increase your chances of closing the deal. They also highlight the signifi…

In this conversation, Joshua Gillow and Ryan Lee discuss how to increase the number of qualified leads in a business. They emphasize the importance of targeting the right audience and building relationships with referral partners. They also highlight the need to qualify leads early in the process to save time and focus on the right clients. They di…

In this conversation, Joshua Gillow and Ryan Lee discuss the topic of increasing prices for contractors. They emphasize the importance of understanding your worth and valuing your services. They also discuss the mindset around pricing and the impact it has on the success of a business. They highlight the need to price based on the future vision of …

BONUS SATURDAY EPISODE DROP: Tune in for a conversation with special guest Dr. Daniel Bai, as Daniel discusses with Joshua the top things you need to know about sales this year. Connect with Joshua at: The Website The Facebook Group Sales Master Classes Subscribe to Outerspaces on your favorite podcasting platform and never miss an episode! Tune in…

Joshua is joined by Landscape Lighting Secrets Owner, Ryan Lee, as they discuss tips and strategies on how to handle top sales objections. If you are a landscaper, hardscaper, outdoorliving pro, or just some trying to make it in the sales world, this podcast episode is one you don't want to miss. Connect with Joshua at: The Website The Facebook Gro…

In this conversation, Jack Jostes shares strategies for closing more leads without spending money. The main theme is setting clear pricing expectations and qualifying leads upfront. By providing a pricing guide on your website, you establish trust with potential clients and weed out those who are not in the budget range. Jack recommends including a…

In this conversation, Joshua Gillow and Jack Jostes discuss the topic of Facebook ads and when it is the right time to invest in them. They emphasize the importance of having a solid foundation in digital marketing before spending money on ads. The foundational elements include branding and differentiation, sales process, local SEO, and online revi…

In this conversation, Jack Jostes explains the importance of SEO for landscape and outdoor living companies. He defines SEO as the work that helps a website show up on search engines, with a focus on Google. Jack discusses the two components of SEO: on-page SEO, which involves optimizing the content on your website, and off-page SEO, which includes…

BONUS SATURDAY EPISODE DROP: Tune in for a conversation with special guest Greg Crabtree, as he discusses the current market conditions for contractors and outdoor living professionals. He highlights the impact of inflation and interest rates on clients' ability to say yes to projects. Greg also shares insights on the upcoming election year and adv…

Tune in for a conversation with special guest Jack Jostes, as he discusses the top three marketing strategies for 2024. The first strategy is search engine optimization (SEO), which takes time to implement but has long-lasting benefits. Jack recommends getting fresh Google reviews as a tactic to improve SEO rankings. The second strategy is reactiva…

EPISODE RE-AIR: Tune in for a conversation with special guest Dr. Daniel Bai of CloseForChiro. Connect with Joshua at: The Website The Facebook Group Design & Sales Master Classes Subscribe to Outerspaces on your favorite podcasting platform and never miss an episode! Tune into this podcast where a seasoned craftsman shares expert communication ski…

Tune in for a conversation with special guest Greg Crabtree of Simple Numbers. Connect with Joshua at: The Website The Facebook Group Design & Sales Master Classes Subscribe to Outerspaces on your favorite podcasting platform and never miss an episode! Tune into this podcast where a seasoned craftsman shares expert communication skills, strategies …

Tune in for a conversation with special guest Andrew Buehler Connect with Joshua at: The Website The Facebook Group Design & Sales Master Classes Subscribe to Outerspaces on your favorite podcasting platform and never miss an episode! Tune into this podcast where a seasoned craftsman shares expert communication skills, strategies for overcoming str…

EPISODE RE-AIR: Tune in for a conversation recorded at the life-changing men’s event “Undisputed Mastery”. Connect with Joshua at: The Website The Facebook Group Design & Sales Master Classes Subscribe to Outerspaces on your favorite podcasting platform and never miss an episode! Tune into this podcast where a seasoned craftsman shares expert commu…

EPISODE RE-AIR: Tune in for a conversation with special guest Dr. Keith Waggoner. Connect with Joshua at: The Website The Facebook Group Design & Sales Master Classes Subscribe to Outerspaces on your favorite podcasting platform and never miss an episode! Tune into this podcast where a seasoned craftsman shares expert communication skills, strategi…

Tune in for a conversation with special guest Terry Tucker Connect with Joshua at: The Website The Facebook Group Design & Sales Master Classes Subscribe to Outerspaces on your favorite podcasting platform and never miss an episode! Tune into this podcast where a seasoned craftsman shares expert communication skills, strategies for overcoming stres…

Tune in for a conversation with special guest Professor Pete Alexander Connect with Joshua at: The Website The Facebook Group Design & Sales Master Classes Subscribe to Outerspaces on your favorite podcasting platform and never miss an episode! Tune into this podcast where a seasoned craftsman shares expert communication skills, strategies for over…

Tune in for a conversation with special guest Jay Papasan Connect with Joshua at: The Website The Facebook Group Design & Sales Master Classes Subscribe to Outerspaces on your favorite podcasting platform and never miss an episode! Tune into this podcast where a seasoned craftsman shares expert communication skills, strategies for overcoming stress…

Tune in for a conversation with special guest Jermane Cheathem Connect with Joshua at: The Website The Facebook Group Design & Sales Master Classes Subscribe to Outerspaces on your favorite podcasting platform and never miss an episode! Tune into this podcast where a seasoned craftsman shares expert communication skills, strategies for overcoming s…

Tune in for a conversation with special guest Kyle Gillette Connect with Joshua at: The Website The Facebook Group Design & Sales Master Classes Subscribe to Outerspaces on your favorite podcasting platform and never miss an episode! Tune into this podcast where a seasoned craftsman shares expert communication skills, strategies for overcoming stre…

Tune in for a conversation with special guest Curt Tueffert Connect with Joshua at: The Website The Facebook Group Design & Sales Master Classes Subscribe to Outerspaces on your favorite podcasting platform and never miss an episode! Tune into this podcast where a seasoned craftsman shares expert communication skills, strategies for overcoming stre…

Tune in for a conversation with special guest Joshua Lisec Connect with Joshua at: The Website The Facebook Group Design & Sales Master Classes Subscribe to Outerspaces on your favorite podcasting platform and never miss an episode! Tune into this podcast where a seasoned craftsman shares expert communication skills, strategies for overcoming stres…

Tune in for a conversation with special guest Michael Kohan Connect with Joshua at: The Website The Facebook Group Design & Sales Master Classes Subscribe to Outerspaces on your favorite podcasting platform and never miss an episode! Tune into this podcast where a seasoned craftsman shares expert communication skills, strategies for overcoming stre…

Tune in for a conversation with special guest Luke Hansen Connect with Joshua at: The Website The Facebook Group Design & Sales Master Classes Subscribe to Outerspaces on your favorite podcasting platform and never miss an episode! Tune into this podcast where a seasoned craftsman shares expert communication skills, strategies for overcoming stress…

Tune in for a conversation with special guest Ryan King Connect with Joshua at: The Website The Facebook Group Design & Sales Master Classes Subscribe to Outerspaces on your favorite podcasting platform and never miss an episode! Tune into this podcast where a seasoned craftsman shares expert communication skills, strategies for overcoming stress a…

Tune in for a conversation with special guest Phil Bahler and James Stoltzfus Connect with Joshua at: The Website The Facebook Group Design & Sales Master Classes Subscribe to Outerspaces on your favorite podcasting platform and never miss an episode! Tune into this podcast where a seasoned craftsman shares expert communication skills, strategies f…