Why Most Landscapers and Hardscapers Fail at Budget Talks & How to Get It Right
02/24/25 • 11 min
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Do you bring up budget at the beginning of a client conversation—or wait until later?
Many contractors struggle with the right timing to discuss budget. If you bring it up too soon, you risk turning the conversation into a numbers game. If you wait too long, you might waste time on clients who can’t afford your services. So, when is the right time?
What you’ll learn in this episode:
- Why discussing budget too early can put you in a price war with competitors
- How building rapport and understanding your client’s emotional drivers leads to higher closing rates
- A proven step-by-step process to position yourself as a trusted professional—not just another contractor
Want to close more deals with the right clients? Listen to this episode now and learn how to master the budget conversation!
Connect with Joshua at:
How to work with Joshua - https://yes.express/apply/
Tune into this podcast where a seasoned craftsman shares expert communication skills, strategies for overcoming stress and overwhelm, and insights on building a profitable business in landscaping and hardscaping, with tips on how to sell, close more deals, and achieve financial freedom to retire early as a successful business owner in the design/build and outdoor living industry.
Schedule a Meeting with Joshua TODAY!
Do you bring up budget at the beginning of a client conversation—or wait until later?
Many contractors struggle with the right timing to discuss budget. If you bring it up too soon, you risk turning the conversation into a numbers game. If you wait too long, you might waste time on clients who can’t afford your services. So, when is the right time?
What you’ll learn in this episode:
- Why discussing budget too early can put you in a price war with competitors
- How building rapport and understanding your client’s emotional drivers leads to higher closing rates
- A proven step-by-step process to position yourself as a trusted professional—not just another contractor
Want to close more deals with the right clients? Listen to this episode now and learn how to master the budget conversation!
Connect with Joshua at:
How to work with Joshua - https://yes.express/apply/
Tune into this podcast where a seasoned craftsman shares expert communication skills, strategies for overcoming stress and overwhelm, and insights on building a profitable business in landscaping and hardscaping, with tips on how to sell, close more deals, and achieve financial freedom to retire early as a successful business owner in the design/build and outdoor living industry.
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Why Delegation Is the Only Path to a Debt-Free Landscaping Business w/ Andy Mulder
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Are you ready to discover how running a debt-free business can transform your life and create more time for what matters most?
In today’s episode, Joshua Gillow and Andy Mulder dive into the philosophy of building a landscaping business without debt while achieving a balance between professional growth and personal fulfillment. If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed by trying to do it all, this conversation will show you how strategic delegation and focusing on your strengths can unlock new possibilities in both your business and personal life.
You will:
- Learn how delegation can free you from overwhelm and amplify your business success.
- Discover why focusing on your unique strengths leads to greater fulfillment and efficiency.
- Uncover practical strategies to better balance professional responsibilities with personal priorities.
Tune in now to learn the secrets of building a thriving, debt-free business while making time for what truly matters!
Connect with Joshua at:
How to work with Joshua - https://yes.express/apply/
Tune into this podcast where a seasoned craftsman shares expert communication skills, strategies for overcoming stress and overwhelm, and insights on building a profitable business in landscaping and hardscaping, with tips on how to sell, close more deals, and achieve financial freedom to retire early as a successful business owner in the design/build and outdoor living industry.
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Why "More Leads" Won’t Fix Your Landscape Business & What You Should Focus on Instead
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Are you wasting valuable time on leads that will never convert? What if you could close 7 or 8 out of 10 deals instead of just 2 or 3?
Many outdoor living professionals struggle with low close rates, spending countless hours on unqualified leads that don’t move forward. Without a structured sales process, business owners find themselves overwhelmed, chasing projects instead of working with clients who truly value their services. What if there was a way to pre-qualify leads, increase conversions, and build a thriving, profitable business without adding more stress?
- Discover why a proven sales process can transform your business and eliminate wasted time on unqualified leads.
- Learn how to ask the right questions in the right order to guide clients to a confident "yes" without manipulation.
- Find out how industry leaders achieve a 75%+ close rate and how you can implement the same strategies to scale your business efficiently.
If you’re ready to take control of your sales process and start closing more high-value projects, listen to this episode now and learn how to turn your leads into loyal, paying clients!
Connect with Joshua at:
How to work with Joshua - https://yes.express/apply/
Tune into this podcast where a seasoned craftsman shares expert communication skills, strategies for overcoming stress and overwhelm, and insights on building a profitable business in landscaping and hardscaping, with tips on how to sell, close more deals, and achieve financial freedom to retire early as a successful business owner in the design/build and outdoor living industry.
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