Episodes

Interview with the CEO of the Franchise Council, Jayson Westbury, about the code reform and what the FCA has planned to help franchising in 2025. Learn more about the FCA at https://franchise.org.au/

#ASKJIM June 2025 Q & A replay with Jim's Group CEO, Jim Penman and Joel Kleber about all things Jim's. It covers business, life, science, Jim's plus a lot more. To learn more about Jim's, call 131 546 or www.jims.net

Mark ran a tiling business for 16 years until staffing challenges and a chat with his neighbour sparked a big change. Now 3 months into his Jim’s Mowing journey, he's inherited 65 clients, hit $3K+ in his first week, and redi...

Jack left the warehouse grind behind and jumped into Jim’s Mowing with no clients, no technical background, and zero regrets. Just two months in, he’s tripled his income from week one, built a 5-star reputation, and shares th...

Matt Watts went from running national retail chains to transforming Jim’s Mowing Western Victoria into a franchise powerhouse. In this in-depth chat, Matt shares how he rebuilt a struggling region, the traits that make a grea...

Jack ditched his high-paying retail management job for a mower, some grit, and a shot at freedom. Now he's thriving in his Jim’s Mowing franchise in Deception Bay West, Queensland. In this episode, he breaks down how his sale...

#ASKJIM Replay from our May, 2025 new franchisee training experience with Jim Penman and Joel Kleber.

Cam Scott, divisional franchisee of Jim’s Electrical, shares the honest truth about what it takes to succeed in this booming division. From the real cost to get started to the support that makes it all work, Cam covers everyt...

#ASKJIM replay from our new franchisee training in April, 2025 with Jim Penman and Joel Kleber.

Brett has spent 20 years building one of Jim’s Group’s most respected divisions—Jim’s Pool Care. In this heartfelt and honest conversation, he shares how family motivated his move from IT into franchising, the challenges of g...

Meet Steven Sousamlis from Jim's Bathrooms and Resurfacing ,who shares his franchise journey and everything that is required to build a successful Jim's division. To learn more, call us on 131 546 or www.jims.net

#ASKJIM in March 2025 was a cracker with some great questions put to Jim. If you would like to attend, please come during our training week. To learn more about Jim's call us on 131 546 or www.jims.net

He nearly joined a competitor. Two months later, he's booked solid, full-time, and thriving with Jim’s. Una's raw, relatable story is one every future franchisee needs to hear. 0:00 Why he almost didn’t choose Jim’s 5:00 From...

New to Jim’s and already thriving—Jay shares how ditching chef life for lawns paid off fast. From visa hurdles to $1,200 jobs, this migrant story hits home. 📞 Learn more: Call 131 546 or visit www.jimsmowing.com.au

From asbestos to meth labs, Jim’s Hazmat division is booming. Hear how everyday Aussies are scaling to 7 figures—and how you can break into this surprising goldmine. ⏱️ Timestamps: 0:00 – How Gary hit $1M 4:00 – What Hazmat a...

Burned out from long hours, low flexibility, and no time for herself, Heidi knew it was time for a change. She took a leap—no backup plan, no job lined up—and within just two weeks of joining Jim’s Laundry Services, she was a...

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...