Episodes
Nov. 4, 2025
Becoming a Franchisor at 23: Lessons from the Field with Skagen
At 21, Skagen ditched a law-track career, joined Jim’s Window & Pressure Cleaning, and pulled $30K in his first month.
At 23, he’s led an eight-person team to a $90K month, become Queensland franchisor, and built a referral machine with $50 neighbor offers and pay-for-performance hiring.
We bust myths on Jim’s fees, talk systems that save your sanity, and show how to scale without losing your weekends.
At 23, he’s led an eight-person team to a $90K month, become Queensland franchisor, and built a referral machine with $50 neighbor offers and pay-for-performance hiring.
We bust myths on Jim’s fees, talk systems that save your sanity, and show how to scale without losing your weekends.
Oct. 30, 2025
Jim's Legal has re-launched and are here to change the industry!
The Jim’s family just got bigger! In this special episode of The Jim’s Group Podcast, we’re announcing the launch of Jim’s Legal — a brand-new division dedicated to providing trusted, affordable legal services for franchisees and small business owners across Australia.
Hear from the team behind Jim’s Legal as they share how it came to life, what it means for the Jim’s community, and how it’s making professional legal advice more accessible than ever.
Learn more at jimslegal.com.au
Hear from the team behind Jim’s Legal as they share how it came to life, what it means for the Jim’s community, and how it’s making professional legal advice more accessible than ever.
Learn more at jimslegal.com.au
Oct. 29, 2025
FIFO to Jim's Mowing franchisee plus a heartwarming story with Mark Tracey
Mark Tracey is a WA Jim's Mowing franchisee who shares his reasons for joining Jim's Mowing and how it's been leaving FIFO to be his own boss.
Oct. 22, 2025
Interview with 22 year old Jim's Mowing franchisee, Cole Miller
Meet Cole who is just 22 years old and runs a Jim's Mowing franchise in New Zealand, he shares tips, tricks and the reality of running a small business.
Oct. 15, 2025
Everything about hoarder cleaners, crime-scene clean-ups plus a lot more!
Interview with Tony from Jim's Hazardous Material Removal shares everything about his business and how he helps people every week in their most trying times.
This is a service that everyone needs at some stage, call Jim's on 131 546 to www.jims.net
This is a service that everyone needs at some stage, call Jim's on 131 546 to www.jims.net
Oct. 7, 2025
From Franchisee to Franchisor in 2 years! Interview with Mitch Blake from Jim's Mowing
Meet Mitch Blake, who came onto the podcast just under 2 years ago as a franchisee, and now he is a franchisor with Jim's Mowing!
Mitch shares his story and information about becoming a franchisee in his region.
Mitch shares his story and information about becoming a franchisee in his region.
Oct. 5, 2025
Leaving corporate to start a Jim's Mowing franchise - Interview with Andrew Herd
Meet Andrew, who left a long-time corporate career to start his own business with a Jim's Mowing franchise.
Andrew shares everything you need to know about making the switch!
To learn more, call us on 131 546 or www.jimsmowing.com.au
Andrew shares everything you need to know about making the switch!
To learn more, call us on 131 546 or www.jimsmowing.com.au
Sept. 28, 2025
Jim Penman responds to the Daily Mail article!
Jim Penman responds to his recent comments in the Daily Mail for some context.
Sept. 28, 2025
Interview with Alan from Jim's Blinds, Shutters and Awnings about all things Jim's!
Meet Alan from Jim's Blinds, Shutters and Awnings about all things to do with this division!
Alan shares everything you need to know about the franchise and their services that they can offer.
To learn more call 131 546 or www.jims.net
Alan shares everything you need to know about the franchise and their services that they can offer.
To learn more call 131 546 or www.jims.net
Sept. 24, 2025
#ASKJIM Live Q & A replay with Jim Penman and Joel Kleber - September 2025
September 2025 #ASKJIM with Jim's Group CEO, Jim Penman and Joel Kleber.
Sept. 23, 2025
Why we joined Jim's Cleaning after being 17 years on our own? Interview with Miriam and Ronny
Miriam and Ronny joined Jim's Cleaning after running their own cleaning business for 17 years.
Here is why they did this and what benefits they have had from joining the Jim's brand.
To learn more about Jim's, call 131 546 or www.jims.net
Here is why they did this and what benefits they have had from joining the Jim's brand.
To learn more about Jim's, call 131 546 or www.jims.net
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.
This is a must listen with Jim's Building Inspections Franchisor, Phil Smallman.
Sept. 11, 2025
I wouldn't be here without Jim's Building Inspections! Interview with franchisee, Daniel Hills
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 into the studio and sharing his story in full.
He covers the business, services and also his mental health journey.
We thank Daniel for coming into the studio and sharing his story in full.
Sept. 9, 2025
The man with 370 franchisees and growing! Interview with Bill Cobanoglu, Divisional Franchisor for Jim's Laundry Services
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 learn more about us, call 131 546 or www.jims.net
Bill shares what makes Jim's unique and also everything you need to know about Jim's Laundry Services.
To learn more about us, call 131 546 or www.jims.net
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.
Meet Con and Jenny who share their journey and what the franchise has been able to do for them and their family.
Aug. 31, 2025
I am honored to be a part of Jim's! Interview with George Surace from Jim's Mowing
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.
Aug. 27, 2025
20K Revenue month in the middle of winter! Interview with Enoh from Jim's Mowing
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 of a small business owner!
He also shares some great customer service tips and insights into the life of a small business owner!
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.
Aug. 20, 2025
450k Revenue Franchisee in NZ! Interview with Cameron Bayliss form Jim's Mowing.
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.
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.
Aug. 17, 2025
Jim Penman on Building Jim’s Group, Ethical Franchising & Australia’s Housing Crisis
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, screening franchisees for success, and why ethics are non-negotiable in business.
The discussion also dives into networking, AI’s role in franchising, and Jim’s unfiltered views on Australia’s housing crisis and why he’s considering a run for Victorian State Parliament.Timestamp...
The discussion also dives into networking, AI’s role in franchising, and Jim’s unfiltered views on Australia’s housing crisis and why he’s considering a run for Victorian State Parliament.Timestamp...
Aug. 12, 2025
How to grow a window and pressure cleaning business with Jacob from Jim's!
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.
A great story with a lot of great business insights as well.
Aug. 11, 2025
#ASKJIM from our July 2025 new franchisee training with Jim Penman and Joel Kleber
#ASKJIM from our July training with Jim's Group CEO, Jim Penman and CMO, Joel Kleber.
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 hands-on approach to lawn care and even using AI-generated landscaping mockups to win jobs.
Chris opens up about transitioning from employee to franchisee, his pricing strategy, how he builds trust before quoting, and why strong client relationships are everything.
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By blending years of management and customer service with a hands-on approach to lawn care and even using AI-generated landscaping mockups to win jobs.
Chris opens up about transitioning from employee to franchisee, his pricing strategy, how he builds trust before quoting, and why strong client relationships are everything.
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