Jim's Mowing Episodes

Interviews with our Jim's Mowing franchisees, franchisors and industry players.
Feb. 25, 2024

Jim's Mowing - Interview with 10 year veteran, Stephen Spearman

This episode of The More Than Just Mowing Podcast by Jim's Mowing features an interview with Stephen Spearman, a 10-year veteran of Jim's Mowing. Stephen shares his journey within the franchise, including overcoming personal challenges, the importance of customer focus, and the benefits of working in the lawn care industry. To learn more call 131 546 or www.jims.net --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/jimsgroup/message
Jan. 30, 2024

Jim's Mowing - I didn't want to do Jim's Mowing originally! Interview with Mitch Blake

In this episode, Mitch from Jim's Mowing shares his honest journey from the mines to mowing, overcoming challenges, and embracing the support from Jim's Group every step of the way. From worrying about sharing leads with new franchisees to securing big jobs and finding his passion in landscaping, Mitch's story is proof of the power of hard work, adaptability, and community service. His hands-on approach, including unique marketing strategies like distributing magnets and the humorous realities o...
Guest: Mitch Blake
Jan. 29, 2024

Jim's Mowing - How does the income guarantee work in Jim's from a franchisee perspective?

Quentin's journey with Jim's Mowing in Queensland shows how the Pay for Work Guarantee turned a season of challenges into an opportunity for growth. Facing an early winter and dry spring, he chose to stay with Jim's instead of returning to his old job, using the guarantee to maintain his income while growing his business. Quentin's hands-on approach, from offering free services to networking with real estate agents, highlights the importance of community support and the comprehensive training at...
Jan. 22, 2024

Jim's Mowing - How to build a large Jim's Mowing business with franchisee, Mitchell Millington

Mitchell's journey from an electrician to a thriving business owner with Jim's Mowing showcases the power of commitment to quality and team well-being. Since 2015, he has built a successful operation with 8 staff members, maintaining a perfect five-star rating through excellent customer service and a focus on creating a great workplace. Mitchell shares valuable insights on utilizing technology for efficient business management and the significance of hands-on training for his team. He also high...
Jan. 14, 2024

An Italian Economist becomes a Jim's Mowing franchisee!

In this episode, Francesco shares his experience and knowledge gained from a horticulture course, emphasizing the importance of understanding plants, pests, diseases, and chemicals in the industry. He also discusses his positive experience in joining the Jim's Mowing franchise, highlighting the support he receives from both the head office and fellow franchisees. Francesco expresses his love for the industry and flexibility in his work schedule as he continues to build his clientele. https://www.jimsmowing.com.au/
Dec. 4, 2023

I didn't have the best start with Jim's Mowing! Interview with Mitch Blake from Jim's Mowing

In this episode of the Jim's Group podcast, Mitch, a new franchisee, shares his experience of sharing leads with a new franchisee and how it initially frustrated him. However, after reaching out to Jim and his team, Mitch was able to secure several landscaping jobs, making him too busy to handle all the leads himself. Host, Joel Kleber interviews Mitch to find out how he has been doing in his first two months as a franchisee. Mitch discusses how he initially struggled but received support from Jim and his team. Tune in to hear Mitch's journey as a franchisee. https://www.jimsmowing.com.au/
Guest: Mitch Blake
Nov. 20, 2023

Started with a franchise and I now own a mower shop! Interview with Mat Sheldon

In this episode of the Jim's podcast, Matt Sheldon from Jim's Mowing joins the conversation. He shares his experience with marketing strategies, such as offering special packages to existing customers and utilizing tools like email and chat. Listen to this episode for valuable insights on effective marketing tactics and the rewards of being a star franchisee. https://www.jimsmowing.com.au/
Guest: Matt Sheldon
Nov. 2, 2023

Jim's Mowing NZ - Moving to Wellington to start a Jim's Mowing franchise, interview with Kyle Joseph

In this episode of the More Than Just Mowing podcast, host Joel Kleber interviews Kyle, a franchisee of Jim's Mowing in New Zealand. Kyle discusses his background in the healthcare industry and how the COVID-19 pandemic prompted him to make a career change. He shares his journey of wanting to provide service in a more autonomous way and how he found that opportunity with Jim's Mowing. Tune in to hear more about Kyle's transition and his experience as a franchisee. https://www.jimsmowing.com.au/
Guest: Kyle Joseph
Oct. 31, 2023

Leaving FIFO to start a Jim's Mowing Franchise

In this episode of the More Than Just Mowing podcast, host Joel Kleber interviews Julian, a franchisee of Jim's Mowing. Julian shares how he got involved with Jim's Mowing, starting with his brother's Jim's Detailing business in Melbourne. Prior to joining Jim's, Julian had a background in scaffolding and rigging on a fly-in, fly-out basis. He discusses his experiences working away from home for extended periods and how it eventually led him to seek a change. Tune in to hear Julian's journey and his transition into the world of Jim's Mowing. https://www.jimsmowing.com.au/
Guest: Julian See
Oct. 26, 2023

Operating a Jim's Mowing franchise as a partnership with Toby Pilgrim from Jim's Mowing

Toby Pilgrim shares his transition from a national manager position at Lloyd's Auctions to becoming a franchisee with Jim's Mowing, the world's largest mowing franchise. He emphasizes the lure of flexibility, enabling him to spend quality time with his young family. Prioritizing family time, he saw joining Jim's Mowing as an opportunity to own a business and regain control over his schedule. Although the transition presented challenges, particularly regarding acquiring new skills, he found reassurance in the robust support network provided by Jim's Group. The training and continuous support, combined with a commitment to elite customer service, have been pivotal in his journey. https://www.jimsmowing.com.au/
Guest: Toby Pilgrim
Oct. 15, 2023

Interview with a Husband and Wife Jim's Mowing team!

Patrick and Annabelle's story with Jim's Mowing Ferntree Gully North is a journey of finding the perfect blend of professional growth and family life. Transitioning from their previous careers, they looked at the independence and work-life balance that Jim's Group uniquely offers. Together, they've built a thriving franchise, balancing the demands of a successful business with the joys and challenges of raising a young family, including overcoming health obstacles. Their journey highlights the ...
Sept. 21, 2023

Leaving 20 years in the automotive industry to start a Jim's Mowing franchise! Interview with Nathan Boyce

In this episode of the More Than Just Mowing podcast, host Joel Kleber interviews Nathan Boyce, a franchisee from Jim's Mowing in Kalala, Tamworth. Nathan shares his background in the automotive industry and the lifestyle change that led him to join Jim's Mowing. Nathan has an impressive five-star rating and a perfect record Tune in to hear more about Nathan's journey and his experience with Jim's Mowing. https://www.jimsmowing.com.au/
Guest: Nathan Boyce
Sept. 17, 2023

Running a Jim's Mowing franchise in a country town! Interview with Nathan Dunn from Jim's Mowing

In this episode of the More Than Just Mowing podcast, host Joel Kleber interviews Nathan Dunn, a franchisee of Jim's Mowing. Nathan shares his background and how he got into the mowing industry after working in baking and dairy farming. Tune in to hear Nathan's journey and his experiences as a Jim's Mowing franchisee. https://www.jimsmowing.com.au/
Guest: Nathan Dunn
Sept. 14, 2023

Jim's Mowing - I haven't had a complaint in 14 years! Interview with Ken Swithenbank

In this episode of the More Than Just Mowing podcast, host Joel Kleber interviews franchisee Ken, who has been awarded the Accor Silver Membership for his long-term service and excellent customer service. Ken shares his background in farming and how he transitioned to Jim's Mowing. Tune in to hear more about Ken's journey and his experience as a star franchisee. https://www.jimsmowing.com.au/
Sept. 7, 2023

Jim's Mowing - I have been with Jim's 27 years! Interview with franchisee, Tony Theobald

In this episode of the More Than Just Mowing podcast, host Joel Kleber interviews Tony Theobald, a franchisee with Jim's Mowing since 1994. With the possibility of being the longest-serving Jim's in history, Tony shares his experience and insights. Tune in to learn more about Tony's journey and the perks of being a part of Jim's Mowing franchise. https://www.jimsmowing.com.au/
Guest: Tony Theobald
Aug. 17, 2023

Jim's Mowing | Interview with Brett Vidler from Jim's Mowing

In this episode of the More Than Just Mowing podcast, host Joel Kleber interviews Brett, a former retail professional who made a career change during the COVID-19 pandemic. Brett shares his experience working in the retail industry for 33 years and discusses the reasons that led him to pursue a new path. Tune in to hear about his transition and the challenges he faced during the pandemic. https://www.jimsmowing.com.au/
Guest: Brett Vidler
Aug. 7, 2023

Interview with Jim's Mowing New Zealand franchise owner, Ben Linton

In this episode of the More Than Just Mowing podcast, host Joel Kleber interviews Ben, a Jim's Mowing franchisee who has achieved a perfect five-star rating with 111 reviews. Ben shares his journey of transitioning from plumbing to starting his own mowing business and how his passion for gardening led him to join Jim's Mowing. Tune in to learn more about Ben's experience and how he found success with Jim's Mowing. https://www.jimsmowing.com.au/
Guest: Ben Linton
Aug. 3, 2023

Starting a Jim's Mowing franchise, improved my mental health! Interview with Craig Wood

In this episode of the More Than Just Mowing podcast, host Joel Kleber interviews Craig Wood, a franchisee from Jim's Mowing in Sebastopol. Craig shares his journey of joining Jim's Mowing and discusses his reasons for wanting to work for himself. He also talks about his previous experience in the printing and public relations industries. Tune in to learn more about Craig's success as a Jim's Mowing franchisee and the benefits of joining the Jim's Group. https://www.jimsmowing.com.au/
Guest: Craig Wood
July 30, 2023

Interview with 5-star franchisee and former professional greenkeeper, Brent Caunter from Jim's Mowing

In this episode of the More Than Just Mowing podcast, host Joel Kleber interviews Brent, who provides exceptional customer service at Jim's Mowing. Brent shares his journey from being a regional manager and sales trainer for retail chains to starting his own business with Jim's Mowing. Tune in to learn more about Brent's experience and how he found fulfillment in running his own business. https://www.jimsmowing.com.au/
Guest: Brent Caunter
July 30, 2023

I left a 30 year career in finance to start a Jim's Mowing franchise - Interview with Simon Jenkins

In this podcast episode, Simon Jenkins, a franchisor and former franchisee, shares his journey of being made redundant and finding a new career path as a Jim's Mowing franchisee. He discusses the options he considered, the benefits of franchising with Jim's, and the transition from being an employee to a business owner. Simon also talks about the training experience, the role of a franchisor, and the importance of building a strong team. He provides insights into the misconceptions customers may have about Jim's Mowing services and offers advice on finding and retaining good staff. Simon also discusses the equipment he uses and the setup of his business in the Eastern Suburbs of Sydney. He highlights the advantages of being part of the Jim's brand and the support provided by the franchise system. Simon concludes by sharing his passion for yacht racing and encourages those interested in starting their own business to reach out to a franchisor to learn more about …
Guest: Simon Jenkins
June 27, 2023

Follow up interview with our oldest ever new franchise starter, Geoff Campbell from Jim's Mowing

In this episode of the Jim's podcast, host Joel Kleber interviews franchisee Geoff on the mowing podcast. Geoff shares his personal journey and how he came to join Jim's Mowing. He also discusses his experience with financial challenges and a serious car accident. Tune in to hear Geoff's inspiring story and how he overcame adversity to succeed as a franchisee. https://www.jimsmowing.com.au/
March 12, 2023

From Burger flipper to Jim's Mowing millionaire, interview with Jim's Mowing Franchisor, Dan Cahill

In this episode, the host discusses their journey in starting a mowing business and the financial struggles they faced. They talk about how they learned about the pay-for-work guarantee and became interested in starting their own business. With the help of training from Jim's, they worked hard and made over $300,000 in sales in their first year. They share their strategy of building a mowing round and how it helped them earn a consistent income. By having a standard mowing round of 80 regular clients, they were able to make between $3,000 to $3,500 a week. They also mention hiring an employee to manage the mowing round. Overall, the host reflects on their five years in the mowing business and the progress they have made. https://www.jimsmowing.com.au/
Guest: Dan Cahill
Feb. 23, 2023

Interview with Jim's Mowing Franchisee Garry Nolan about his first 30 days in business!

Garry Nolan's switch from truck driving and farming to owning a Jim's Mowing franchise is a story of unexpected success and fulfillment. Initially unsure about the venture, Garry quickly surpassed his income goals, thanks to the Jim's brand's pull and his talent for customer service. Training in quoting and business management boosted his confidence, and the support from the Jim's community has been invaluable. Garry's journey highlights the potential for a significant income and a rewarding ca...
Guest: Garry Nolan
Dec. 9, 2022

Interview with Jim's Mowing franchisee, Tate Crocker about completing his first year in business

Tate Crocker's transition from a desk job to owning a Jim's Mowing franchise showcases a journey of transformation and success. Trading his office job for the outdoors, Tate looked for a healthier, more balanced lifestyle and found it in Jim's Mowing. Starting from scratch, he faced the challenge of learning to quote jobs accurately but quickly adapted, building a strong client base and using the Jim's brand to gain trust and credibility. With a focus on efficient service and customer satisfact...
Guest: Tate Crocker