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May 7, 2024

#ASKJIM Facebook Live Q & A Replay, May 2024

#ASKJim Facebook Live replay from our May 2024 training. As always, we never know what to expect and Jim shows us his acting chops around 15 minutes into the live recording. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.s...

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May 5, 2024

Jim's Dog Wash - Leaving the police force after 30 years to start a f…

Are you considering a leap into franchise ownership? Or perhaps you're seeking a fresh, fulfilling career path? This episode of Jim’s Podcast features the inspiring journey of Jen McWhinnie, a former police officer who turned...

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May 2, 2024

Jim's Legal - Family Law and What You Should Know with Tracy-Lynne Ge…

In this episode of Jim's Podcast, Joel Kleber and guest Tracy-Lynne Geysen from Jim's Legal discuss family law and its implications for Jim's franchisees. They cover topics such as mediation, property settlement, parenting ar...

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April 25, 2024

Jim's Building Inspections - Interview with Building Inspector, Gary …

In this episode of Jim's Podcast, Joel Kleber interviews Gary Payne, a building inspector and franchisee coordinator at Jim's Building Inspections. They discuss Gary's transition from a residential builder to a franchisee, th...

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April 21, 2024

Jim's Electrical - Why should a sparkie join Jim's?

In this episode of Jim's Podcast, Joel Kleber interviews Duncan Hunter, a franchisee of Jim's Electrical, on a golf course to discuss the benefits of joining Jim's Electrical. They cover topics such as customer service, the f...

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April 21, 2024

#ASKJIM April 2024 Replay where Jim talks about his faith and success…

In this episode of 'Ask Jim', Jim discusses various aspects of his business and personal life, including his faith, succession plans, and advice for franchisees. He also touches on his personal beliefs, the importance of cont...

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April 18, 2024

Jim's Remedial Massage - Interview with Duan Wang, Divisional Franchi…

In this episode of Jim's Podcast, Duan Wang, Divisional Franchisor, discusses the new Jim's Remedial Massage division. The conversation covers the range of services offered, the benefits of the franchise model, and future exp...

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April 15, 2024

#ASKJIM Replay with Jim Penman and Emma Donnegan

In this episode of Jim's Podcast, Jim Penman and Emma Donnegan discuss a range of topics from business insights to personal anecdotes. They address questions from franchisees about business strategies, personal beliefs, and J...

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April 15, 2024

Jim's Pool Care - If this doesn't get you pumped up, nothing will! In…

This episode features an interview with Wayne Taylor, a franchisee of Jim's Pool Care, discussing his transition from a career in offshore and mining to running his own pool care business. Wayne shares insights on the trainin...

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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 9, 2024

How to set your prices? Interview with independent business owner and…

This episode of Jim's Podcast features an interview with Luke Smith, an independent business owner and podcaster in the lawnmowing and gardening industry. The discussion covers Luke's journey from starting as a gardener to ru...

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April 4, 2024

Jim Penman Interview with the Weekender Podcast

In this episode of the On The Record Podcast, host Troy Dodds interviews Jim Penman, the founder of Jim's Mowing. They discuss Jim's personal background, the evolution of his business from a part-time lawn mowing service to a...

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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 21, 2024

Jim's Building Inspections -The first NSW franchisee!

This episode features an interview with Peter, the first NSW franchisee of Jim's Building Inspections, discussing his journey from the early days of the franchise to building a successful business. The conversation covers top...

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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 14, 2024

Jim's Carpet Cleaning - "I am so thankful to Jim!"

This episode of Jim's Podcast features Tony, a successful franchisee of Jim's Carpet Cleaning, discussing his journey from a student in Australia to owning a thriving business. The conversation covers the importance of traini...

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March 10, 2024

Jim's Fencing - Interview with our first New Zeland Jim's Fencing Fra…

This episode features an interview with Rob Brown, the first Jim's Fencing franchisee in New Zealand. The discussion covers Rob's journey from battling cancer to starting his own business for more control and freedom, the cha...

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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 7, 2024

#ASKJIM Live Q & A Replay with Jim's Group CEO, Jim Penman and Joel K…

This episode of #ASKJIM Live Q & A Replay features Jim's Group CEO, Jim Penman, and Joel Kleber discussing a wide range of topics from the Jim's local heroes initiative, and personal habits for success, to the future goals of...

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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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Feb. 28, 2024

Jim's Dog Wash - Leaving security to start a Jim's Dog Wash franchise!

This episode features Michelle from Jim's Dog Wash, discussing her transition from security to starting a franchise, her approach to grooming anxious dogs, and the keys to her success in the dog grooming industry. Michelle sh...

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