Episodes

Interview with Jim's Building Inspections Franchisor, Phil Smallman
Sept. 16, 2025

Interview with Jim's Building Inspections Franchisor, Phil Smallman

Thinking of leaving the building game? This is a must listen with Jim's Building Inspections Franchisor, Phil Smallman.

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I wouldn't be here without Jim's Building Inspections! Interview with franchisee, Daniel Hills
Sept. 11, 2025

I wouldn't be here without Jim's Building Inspections! Interview with…

A raw and emotional interview with Jim's Building Inspections franchisee Daniel Hills who shares his full Jim's journey in full! He covers the business, services and also his mental health journey. We thank Daniel for coming ...

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The man with 370 franchisees and growing! Interview with Bill Cobanoglu, Divisional Franchisor for Jim's Laundry Services
Sept. 9, 2025

The man with 370 franchisees and growing! Interview with Bill Cobanog…

Interview with one of our Jim's legends, Bill Cobangolu, who has more than 370 franchisees in his regions and division. Bill shares what makes Jim's unique and also everything you need to know about Jim's Laundry Services. To...

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Meet Jenny and Con from Jim's Scratch & Dent Removal - Must listen!
Sept. 7, 2025

Meet Jenny and Con from Jim's Scratch & Dent Removal - Must listen!

Jim's Scratch and Dent is a new division, however, the franchisees in this division are absolutely over the moon! Meet Con and Jenny who share their journey and what the franchise has been able to do for them and their family...

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I am honored to be a part of Jim's! Interview with George Surace from Jim's Mowing
Aug. 31, 2025

I am honored to be a part of Jim's! Interview with George Surace from…

George from Jim's Mowing is a young dad and shares everything you need to know about how you can work the business around your family.

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20K Revenue month in the middle of winter! Interview with Enoh from Jim's Mowing
Aug. 27, 2025

20K Revenue month in the middle of winter! Interview with Enoh from J…

Enoh did a video back for us in March 2025, so it was great for him to come into the studio and catch up about how his franchise experience has been. He also shares some great customer service tips and insights into the life ...

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Why would independent tradies join Jim's Bathrooms?
Aug. 24, 2025

Why would independent tradies join Jim's Bathrooms?

Meet Sam and Alex who share the Jim's Bathrooms difference and why they chose to be a part of the Jim's family.

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450k Revenue Franchisee in NZ! Interview with Cameron Bayliss form Jim's Mowing.
Aug. 20, 2025

450k Revenue Franchisee in NZ! Interview with Cameron Bayliss form Ji…

We met Cameron back at the new franchisee training, so it was great to be able to catch up with him to talk about how his franchise has been going after a few years.

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#ASKJIM August 2025 replay with Jim Penman and Joel Kleber
Aug. 18, 2025

#ASKJIM August 2025 replay with Jim Penman and Joel Kleber

#ASKJIM August 2025 training replay with CEO, Jim Penman and CMO, Joel Kleber.

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Jim Penman on Building Jim’s Group, Ethical Franchising & Australia’s Housing Crisis
Aug. 17, 2025

Jim Penman on Building Jim’s Group, Ethical Franchising & Australia’s…

Jim Penman, founder of Jim’s Group, joins the Whatever It Takes podcast for a candid conversation on growing from a one-man lawn mowing operation to over 5,500 franchisees. Jim shares lessons on selling without selling, scree...

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How to grow a window and pressure cleaning business with Jacob from Jim's!
Aug. 12, 2025

How to grow a window and pressure cleaning business with Jacob from J…

We caught up with Jacob from Jim's Window and Pressure Cleaning to talk about his business after we caught up with him couple of years ago! A great story with a lot of great business insights as well.

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#ASKJIM from our July 2025 new franchisee training with Jim Penman and Joel Kleber
Aug. 11, 2025

#ASKJIM from our July 2025 new franchisee training with Jim Penman an…

#ASKJIM from our July training with Jim's Group CEO, Jim Penman and CMO, Joel Kleber.

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How Chris Grew to 97 Clients in Just 2 Months with Jim’s Mowing
July 31, 2025

How Chris Grew to 97 Clients in Just 2 Months with Jim’s Mowing

In just two months, Chris from WA has racked up 97 regular clients , serviced over 160 properties , and maintained a perfect 5-star rating with 43 reviews . How? By blending years of management and customer service with a han...

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Inside Australia's Biggest Lawn & Garden Expo with BJ Wallace
July 30, 2025

Inside Australia's Biggest Lawn & Garden Expo with BJ Wallace

After the tragic loss of his daughter, BJ Wallace didn’t retreathe built something extraordinary. In this deeply personal and energising episode, BJ shares how the lawn care community rallied behind him and helped launch what...

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I regret going with another mowing franchise first, here is why!
July 22, 2025

I regret going with another mowing franchise first, here is why!

Meet Warren, who shares his flying start to Jim's Mowing after 6 weeks! He tried being an independent first, then a rival franchise and then Jim's Mowing.

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Why Aaron’s Clients Wait a Year - Interview with Aaron Rasmussen from Jim's Handyman NZ
July 20, 2025

Why Aaron’s Clients Wait a Year - Interview with Aaron Rasmussen from…

Aaron from Jim’s Handyman NZ shares why he swapped tools for freedom, how clients waited 12 months for him, and the real truth behind handyman work and franchise life. ⏱️Timestamps: 0:00 – Loving the lifestyle 2:00 – From bui...

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Jim's Mowing New Zealand franchise information!
July 16, 2025

Jim's Mowing New Zealand franchise information!

Emma from Jim's Group NZ, shares everything you need to know about being a Jim's Mowing franchisee in New Zealand. To learn more, call 0800 454 654 or www.jims.co.nz

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Jim's Cleaning NZ Franchise Information with Emma from Jim's Group NZ
July 16, 2025

Jim's Cleaning NZ Franchise Information with Emma from Jim's Group NZ

Emma from Jim's Group NZ, shares everything you need to know about joining Jim's Cleaning in New Zealand! To learn more call 0800 454 654 or www.jims.co.nz

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Quit 20 years in corporate and haven't looked back! Interview with John and Sharon Clarke
July 15, 2025

Quit 20 years in corporate and haven't looked back! Interview with Jo…

Interview with QLD franchisors, John and Sharon Clarke, about everything to do with owning a Jim's Mowing franchise and what is possible! Some great stories as well! To learn more call us on 131 546 or www.jims.net

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Rock bands, vehicle trackers and efficiency! Interview with Nathan Willason
July 10, 2025

Rock bands, vehicle trackers and efficiency! Interview with Nathan Wi…

Interview with Nathan Willason from Jim's Mowng Hahndorf about all things Jim's Mowing!

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Interview with franchisee Craig Smith about his mental health community initiative.
July 9, 2025

Interview with franchisee Craig Smith about his mental health communi…

Meet Craig Smith, who shares a significant mental health initiative that he's driving in his community and the impact it has already made on people. Well done Craig! Learn more via https://www.matesincorporated.com.au/

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Why Glenn Left Healthcare After 25 Years for Jim's Mowing
July 2, 2025

Why Glenn Left Healthcare After 25 Years for Jim's Mowing

After 25 years in healthcare, Glenn swapped radiation therapy for a mower and never looked back. In this episode, he explains why joining Jim’s Mowing gave him the flexibility, income, and purpose he never thought possible, p...

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#ASKJIM July 2025 with Jim's Group CEO, Jim Penman and Joel Kleber
July 2, 2025

#ASKJIM July 2025 with Jim's Group CEO, Jim Penman and Joel Kleber

Loads of great questions from our audience, and Jim answers all of them!

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From France to Full-Time Success with Jim’s Mowing Interview with Cyril Ovise
June 26, 2025

From France to Full-Time Success with Jim’s Mowing Interview with Cyr…

Cyril, a former farm manager, shares how joining Jim’s Mowing in late 2023 transformed his work-life balance, income, and future ambitions. Cyril reveals how the flat-fee model and team support made all the difference, from b...

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