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 sales skills gave him an edge, why he loves the work, how he handles objections, and the real value behind working under the Jim’s brand. If you're on the fence about joining, Jack's experience is the real deal.

Timestamps

0:00 – From corporate sales to cutting grass: Jack’s bold career shift

1:05 – Why Jack walked away from a high-paying job

2:30 – “Build work around my life” — the lifestyle motivation

4:30 – First-hand tips on quoting, client selection, and premium pricing

6:00 – Using sales psychology to grow a successful lawncare business

10:00 – Managing price objections with real value-based selling

14:00 – The power of product knowledge & horticulture certifications

17:30 – Jack’s gear setup: what works, what doesn’t, and why

22:00 – How he overcame early financial & equipment setbacks

26:00 – Why BNI networking pays off big for local service franchises

29:00 – Mental freedom, physical grind: adjusting to solo outdoor work

33:00 – Final verdict: Did the business live up to the hype?

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