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Jim's Mowing Episodes

Interviews with our Jim's Mowing franchisees, franchisors and industry players.
March 20, 2025

Live Franchisee Interview Replay with Gavin from Jim's Mowing

Leaving behind a 24-year retail career wasn’t easy, but for Gavin Piazza, it was the decision that changed everything. Tired of the long hours and limited flexibility, Gavin made the bold move to buy a Jim’s Mowing franchise—...

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March 9, 2025

From Corrections Officer to Jim’s Mowing Success: Michael’s Inspiring…

Imagine working half the hours you used to, earning the same—or even more—and still being home in time for lunch. That’s exactly what Michael McDowell did when he left his high-stress career in corrections and the army. Tradi...

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March 4, 2025

23 years with Jim's Mowing! Interview with Chris Hansen.

Owning a successful business is a goal for many, but starting from scratch can be overwhelming. That’s where franchising provides a major advantage—offering a proven system, ongoing support, and the strength of an established...

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March 2, 2025

Balancing a farm, 3 kids and a Jim's Mowing franchise! Interview with…

Owning a business doesn’t have to mean years of experience or a massive investment. Jim’s Mowing offers a unique opportunity for young entrepreneurs to take control of their income, schedule, and career growth. With strong ea...

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Feb. 18, 2025

7 years with Jim's Mowing and Loving it! Interview with Ken Chu

Building a successful business takes commitment, resilience, and the right support system. Ken Chu knows this firsthand. After facing financial hardship and bankruptcy, he took a leap of faith and joined Jim’s Mowing in 2018....

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Jan. 8, 2025

30 Day Jim's Mowing Franchise Review!

Starting a business comes with excitement, challenges, and a steep learning curve. For Matthew, a new Jim’s Mowing franchisee, the first 30 days have been a whirlwind of rapid growth, customer demands, and valuable lessons. F...

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Nov. 26, 2024

I was an independent and made the switch to Jim's Mowing!

There’s no shortage of online opinions claiming Jim’s Mowing is overpriced, low-quality, or not worth the franchise fees. But Chris, a seasoned horticulturist turned Jim’s Mowing franchisee, says the truth is very different—a...

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Nov. 19, 2024

$2 million dollar annual revenue in Jim's Mowing? Is it possible?

Scaling a business to $2 million a year isn’t easy—especially in the lawn care industry. But Jim’s Mowing franchisee Gerald Schlebusch made it happen in just six months. By focusing on team-building, operational efficiency, a...

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Oct. 13, 2024

Misconceptions about Jim's Mowing and Permaculture with Rees Hughes f…

Starting a business can feel risky, especially when people around you say it won’t work. That’s exactly what Rees Hughes faced when his business advisor warned him against buying a Jim’s Mowing franchise, predicting he’d bare...

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Oct. 7, 2024

25 years with Jim's Mowing! Interview with franchisee, Grant Osborne

Are you curious about how to build a long-lasting and thriving franchise business? In this episode, we sit down with Grant Osborne, a veteran of Jim's Mowing with over 25 years of experience. Grant shares the journey of start...

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Sept. 15, 2024

Jim's Mowing - How I grow with giving back to others! Interview with …

Are you ready to change your life with a franchise opportunity that offers both financial freedom and personal fulfillment? In this episode, we explore the incredible journey of Mark Beggs, who left behind a demanding career ...

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Aug. 27, 2024

Jim's Mowing - Meet our Regional Franchisors, John and Jodie Wildes

Are you ready to transform your career and find fulfillment in your work? In this episode, we dive deep into the life-changing journey of John and Jodi Wildes, who have turned their Jim's Mowing franchise into a thriving busi...

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Aug. 13, 2024

Tour of Jim's Group HQ with Luke from the Australian Lawn & Gardens P…

Are you curious about what really goes on behind the scenes at Jim's Group, the franchise empire? Today's episode of the Australian Lawn and Garden Podcast is a special one! We take you on an exclusive tour of Jim's HQ, where...

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Aug. 1, 2024

Jim's Mowing - My first 2 years with a Jim's Mowing franchise, Matt J…

Have you ever thought about leaving your desk job for a more fulfilling career? Join us on today's episode as we talk with Matt Jones, a former public servant who made a life-changing transition to owning a Jim's Mowing franc...

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May 23, 2024

Jim's Mowing - Pub magnate to Jim's Mowing franchisee

Are you tired of long hours and seeking a career that offers flexibility and a healthier work-life balance? Join us as Damian Bush shares his remarkable transition from managing pubs to becoming a successful franchisee with J...

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May 9, 2024

Jim's Mowing - 10 Year Veteran Jason Langridge reveals his business s…

Are you thinking about shaking up your career with a franchise? Or perhaps you're a new franchisee looking for insider tips? Jason Langridge’s journey from a government job to celebrating a decade with Jim’s Mowing is a maste...

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April 11, 2024

The first 30 days as a Jim's Mowing franchisee with Andy Mercer

This episode of Jim's Podcast features Andy Mercer, a new franchisee at Jim's Mowing in Queensland. Andy discusses his initial experiences and challenges during his first 30 days, including physical demands, learning new skil...

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April 2, 2024

Jim's Mowing - World Rugby Superstar signs with Jim's Mowing! Nemani …

This features an interview with Nemani Nadolo, a rugby superstar, who has recently joined Jim's Mowing, part of Jim's Group, in Victoria. He discusses his transition from professional sports to franchising, the parallels betw...

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March 28, 2024

Jim's Mowing - Doing a law degree and running a franchise at the same…

Meet Patrick Leary who is simultaneously pursuing a law degree and running a Jim's Mowing franchise. He shares insights on managing staff, maintaining quality service, effective client communication, and the challenges of bal...

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March 24, 2024

Jim's Mowing - Interview with Regional Franchisor, Benn Ward

This episode features an interview with Benn Ward, a regional franchisor for Jim's Mowing, discussing his journey from franchisee to franchisor, the growth of his region, and insights into the franchising model of Jim's Mowin...

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March 17, 2024

Jim's Mowing - I couldn't even use a line trimmer when I started!

This episode of Jim's Podcast features Tristan Hill's journey from a stressful job as a safety officer to owning a successful Jim's Mowing franchise. Tristan Hill shares insights on the transition to entrepreneurship, the val...

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March 7, 2024

Jim's Mowing - Interview with 2 franchisees at the same time!

This episode of Jim's Podcast features an interview with two Jim's Mowing franchisees, Roger and Richard, discussing their experiences, challenges, and the unique solutions they've implemented in their business operations. To...

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March 3, 2024

Jim's Mowing - It was great for my mental health! Interview with Crai…

In this episode of the More Than Just Mowing Podcast, host Joel Kleber interviews Craig Wood, a successful franchisee of Jim's Mowing. Craig shares his journey from a background in printing and public relations to owning a Ji...

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Feb. 29, 2024

Jim's Mowing - Interview with Young Gun, Samuel Chen

This episode of Jim's Podcast features an interview with Samuel Chen, a young and successful franchisee of Jim's Mowing. Samuel shares his journey from being a martial arts trainer and real estate agent to joining Jim's Mowin...

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