Episodes

Stuck in the grind of long commutes and exhausting hours in corporate life, Graham knew something had to change. With a background in manufacturing and a desire to spend more time with his family, he found the answer in Jim’s...

What does it take to not just survive but thrive in the competitive world of carpet cleaning? For Jim’s Carpet Cleaning franchisee Peter Karaoglanis, it comes down to strong customer relationships, smart marketing strategies,...

What does it take to dominate an entire industry? For Jim’s Cleaning Group, the answer is simple: a proven franchise system, trusted brand, top-tier training, and relentless support for franchisees. With over 1,700 franchises...

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—...

Jim’s Car Detailing has rapidly become one of the fastest-growing divisions in the Jim’s Group, surpassing 200 franchisees across Australia. With surging demand, innovative marketing strategies, and a powerful franchise syste...

Running a small business means juggling multiple responsibilities, but bookkeeping doesn’t have to be one of them. Many business owners waste hours every week managing their own financial records—time that could be better spe...

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...

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...

Jim had a bad cold, yet, still rocked up for #ASKJIM to answer 60 minutes of questions from our live audience about a large range of topics. To learn more about Jim's, visit www.jims.net

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...

Matt, the mower guy who has a big following on social media came out to interview Jim about a large range of topics. Check out @mattthemowerguy for videos all about robotic mowers.

Jim has been doing a big media circuit of late, spreading the values of the company and great customer service we deliver. Taylor Rose interviewed Jim Penman about a large range of topics and as always to learn more about Jim...

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....

Building a business from the ground up is no easy feat, but turning it into one of the most successful franchise networks in Australia? That takes vision, persistence, and a relentless focus on customer service. Jim Penman, t...

Starting a business in a brand-new industry is a challenge, but what if you could go from zero experience to $250,000 in revenue in just one year? That’s exactly what Shaun Thomas did when he launched his Jim’s Hazardous Mate...

Replay of our first #ASKJIM for the year with Jim's Group CEO, Jim Penman, with a record of 150 new people in training! To learn more about Jim's, visit www.jims.net

Starting a business that makes a real impact doesn’t have to be complicated. If you have a passion for helping others improve their lives, Jim’s Life Coaching franchise could be the perfect fit for you. With no prior experien...

Jim's friend from his life group, Lawry Miller, came out to interview Jim for his own podcast. This is the replay of the conversation where Jim talks in detail about a few subjects that haven't been shared before online!

Starting a business isn’t easy, but what if you had a proven system, brand recognition, and built-in support? That’s exactly what Warren McNey found when he launched his Jim’s Test & Tag franchise. Coming from a corporate bac...

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...

The year may be ending, but Jim’s Group is just getting started. CEO Jim Penman has major plans for 2025, including a full software overhaul, a new customer app, and expanded franchisee support. If you’re a current or aspirin...

Big thank you to everyone who has listened in 2024, any guest suggestions etc...please email joel.kleber@jims.net Have a great and safe break, see you in 2025!

We wanted to do something a little different for an episode and respond to a number of incorrect Redditors who comment about the Jim's franchise frequently. As we always say, the best thing to do is call 131 546 and speak dir...

Dan is back to share his journey update on how he went from flipping burgers to being a multi-millionaire with Jim's Mowing in a relatively short amount of time. Dan shares how he runs his region and his systems around coachi...