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Scratching The Surface with Ditch The Itch - Poison Ivy & Mosquito Control Services

Scratching The Surface with Ditch The Itch - Poison Ivy & Mosquito Control Services

Hosted by: Austin Douglas

Scratching the Surface of the Poison Ivy Remediation Business and Green Industry Business Practices.

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Episodes

30. Lawntreprenuer Academy Live 2023 - 5th Year Attending

In this episode, Austin will talk about the biggest Green Industry Conference of the year and why you should attend. Having attended LAL for the last 4 years, I truly am looking forward to year five.  Actually,...
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29. Time Vs Money

In this episode, Austin will discuss why it is a good idea to take a break in the rush of your season.  It will give you clarity to come back and be even better for yourself, your family, your friends, and your...
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28. A Warning To Green Industry "Professionals"

In this episode, Austin will discuss the travesties that he has heard within the last two weeks of servicing clients properties.  On more than one occasion, clients have discussed that tree care "professionals" have...
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27. Let's Talk Green Industry Man Hour Rates

In this episode, Austin will discuss Green Industry Man Hour Rates and how they differ based on the perceived value they provide to our clients as well as society as a whole.   This podcast scratches a little deeper...
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26. Almost Instant ROI: Poison Ivy Crash Course

In this episode, Austin will discuss his Crash Course: How to Start a Poison Ivy Remediation Company/Services.  Recently, someone purchased the course and they are planning on going all in! The purchased the course,...
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25. The Most EPIC Poison Ivy Removal

In this episode, Austin will discuss the most epic poison ivy removal he has performed to date!   It involved some work for Washtenaw County here in Michigan removing a substantial amount of poison ivy off of two...
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24. Red Flags in Business

In this episode, Austin will discuss the red flags he has experienced in business from dealing with thousands of clients throughout the years.  Red Flags are something that we should all be aware of and conscious of...
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23. Learning New Skillsets

In this episode, Austin will talk about the new skillset of tree climbing that he is fascinated with.  He recently picked up some tree climbing gear, not with the intention to become a climbing production arborist,...
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22. Poison Ivy Cashflow

In this episode, Austin will discuss the Cashflow behind a Poison Ivy Remediation Business.  He will open up the curtain of what he deals with and when his business becomes profitable as well as the difficulties of...
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21. Nature's Life Lessons

In this episode, Austin will discuss some interesting correlations he has made with life while observing nature.  The main premise of this show is: What would your life look like if you were thriving?   I hope you get...
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20. New Baby Girl On The Way!

In this episode, Austin has a late night rant on life and a wonderful announcement of their new baby girl that is due in August.   This episode goes all over the place...  I was quite tired but I feel like there are...
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19. Know Your Worth

In todays episode, Austin will discuss two very different sides to the coin of knowing your worth.  From the Clients perspective to your perspective, your worth can be different.  It is up to us to demonstrate that we...
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