Episodes

In this episode of #Ask Jim, Jim answers questions from live prospects during training week.

One of the questions asked is about how Jim's faith influences his business.

Jim explains that the servant leadership model, inspired by Jesus washing his disciples' feet, is at the core of Jim's franchise.

He believes in serving franchisees and reversing the power structure that often favors the wealthy and powerful.

Jim also highlights some of the issues in franchising and shares his recent appearance on Channel 9 News to shed light on these problems.

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In this episode of the Jim's Podcast, host Joel Kleber interviews Jacob, a successful franchisee who shares his journey and how he found success with Jim's.

Jacob discusses how he initially came across Jim's through a friend and decided to explore franchising as an alternative to starting his own plumbing business.

He talks about the competitive nature of the plumbing industry and the challenges of building a brand from scratch.

Jacob explains how he discovered Jim's and why he was drawn to the franchise model.

Tune in to hear Jacob's inspiring story of entrepreneurial success with Jim's.

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Alice Hauraki's transition from an independent cleaner to a flourishing Jim's Cleaning franchisee is a story of empowerment, growth, and success.
Joining Jim's Group transformed Alice's approach to business, allowing her to recognize the true value of her services and significantly increase her income.
Her journey emphasizes the learning curve in quoting jobs, the financial benefits of the franchise model, and the challenges and rewards of expanding a cleaning business.

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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.

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In the September 2023 episode of Ask Jim, Jim discusses a wide range of topics from starting a new business, and balancing work and family life, to the intricacies of franchising.


He also delves into his personal motivations, the importance of mental health within his franchise network, and his passion for Star Wars and villains.



The episode is rich with advice for entrepreneurs and insights into Jim's philosophy on business and life.


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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.

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In this episode of the Jim's podcast, host Joel Kleber interviews franchisee John, and shares his background working as a VIP manager at a casino and the decision he and his wife made to look for something else.

After researching different franchise options, they found Jim's Cleaning and decided to join.

Tune in to hear John's journey and his experience with the Jim's family.

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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.

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In this episode, Jim discusses his submission to the review about the franchising code and shares his thoughts on the current state of the industry.

Jim believes that the franchising code is a good idea but is currently ineffective in protecting people from being ripped off.

He suggests that people should consult lawyers who specialize in franchising contracts, as many general lawyers lack knowledge and experience in this area.

Jim also shares a story about a franchisee whose lawyer advised against signing a fair contract simply based on principle.

Tune in to hear more about Jim's recommendations for improving the franchising code.

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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.

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In this episode, host Joel Kleber catches up with Liam Scarrott from Jim's Cleaning Waikiki.

They discuss Liam's journey since starting in 2020 and his success in building a strong customer base.

Liam also shares his experience with the Jim's Group Accor vouchers, which provide him with great benefits and rewards.

With a perfect five-star rating and a loyal customer base, Liam's business is thriving.

Tune in to hear his story of success in the cleaning industry.

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In this episode of the Jim's podcast, hosts Joel Kleber interviews Hannah and Kosta, franchisees of Jim's Dog Wash.

Hannah and Kosta share their journey of starting their own business after leaving their previous careers in hospitality and teaching.

They discuss their decision to join Jim's Dog Wash as a franchise, the support they received, and how it has helped them succeed.

They also talk about their initial plans to start a food truck but ultimately choose the dog-washing business.

Despite the initial skepticism from friends and family, Hannah and Kosta have found success and are grateful for the opportunity to be their own bosses at a young age.

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In the August 2023 episode of Jim's Podcast, Jim discusses a wide range of topics including charity auctions, succession planning, new franchise divisions, daily success habits, and the importance of community within Jim's Group.



The episode features interactions with attendees, sharing experiences and asking questions, alongside discussions on service provider recommendations, mental health support for franchisees, and the potential for new business divisions.


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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.

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In this episode, host Joel Kleber interviews Meghana from Jim's Dog Wash in New Zealand.

Meghana shares her journey of becoming a franchisee and following her passion for dog grooming.

She discusses how she found the opportunity through an advertisement on Facebook and shares her experience since joining the franchise in September 2020.

Meghana's story highlights the fulfillment and success she has found in pursuing her dream.

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In this episode of the Jim's podcast, host Joel Kleber welcomes Alex, one of the core voucher silver membership winners.

Alex discusses how he nominated himself for the voucher and how someone in Jim's office also nominated him.

Joel praises Alex's friend for recognizing his hard work and success in trading new people within the franchise.

Tune in to hear more about Alex's journey with Jim's and the benefits of the voucher membership.

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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.

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Andrew Follan's journey from running a photography and videography studio to launching Jim's Laundry Services on the Gold Coast with his wife, Sarah, showcases a successful transition into the franchising world.
Drawn by the challenge and the support offered by Jim's Group, they quickly established a trusted service catering to a wide range of clients, including major sports teams and commercial entities.

Andrew emphasizes the importance of using the Jim's brand for credibility, engaging in bus...

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.

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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.

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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 …

In this episode of the Jim's podcast, host Joel Kleber speaks with a star franchisee, Feras, from Jim's Cleaning.

Feras shares his journey of purchasing the franchise and overcoming initial challenges.

With the support and training from the Jim's team, Feras was able to turn his business around and achieve a stellar rating.

Tune in to hear his inspiring story and learn more about the benefits of being a part of the Jim's franchise network.

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In this episode, Jim discusses his faith, philanthropy, and the principles guiding his life and business.


He shares insights on his research in epigenetics, the importance of giving back, and how his Christian faith influences his business practices and personal health habits.



Jim also talks about the challenges and rewards of running a franchise, the potential impact of a recession, and his views on aging, productivity, and the value of manual labor.


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In this episode of the Jim's Podcast, host Joel Kleber interviews Anna, a franchisee from Jim's Dog Wash.

Anna shares her journey from working in a government organization to finding her passion for working with dogs and joining Jim's Dog Wash.

She also discusses the benefits of being a star franchisee, including a membership that offers discounts and perks.

Tune in to hear Anna's inspiring story and her love for the Jim's family.

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