Entrepreneur Mark Bradley delves deeper into his remarkable journey in the captivating second episode on the Business of Doing Business with Dwayne Kerrigan. He discloses further insights on how the implementation of robust systems, streamlined processes, continuous self-improvement, and an unwavering focus on employees and customers have played a pivotal role in his achievements. Mark articulates his philosophy of insatiable curiosity, actively seeking out experts, openly sharing progress with others, and maintaining a strategic vision. He emphasizes the CEO's responsibility to drive product innovation, establish and prioritize goals, and master the art of efficient time management. The discussion also delves into Mark's transition from the landscape industry to the software business, highlighting the significance of purpose-driven growth and personal development as indispensable elements contributing to business triumph.
Check out Episode 1 with Mark Bradley at https://youtu.be/jF2Y9Ue3rn4
Mark Bradley co-founded LMN in 2009 based on his company’s need for landscape software that simply didn’t exist. Now the industry’s best business management software, he credits LMN as a catalyst for helping him scale TBG Landscape from backyard business into one of the Top 100 landscape contractors in North America. Since his first lawn care customer in 1999, Mark has been passionate about educating the industry on best practices for building better businesses.
Now a sought-after speaker and business coach, he regularly shares his insight at events including GIE+Expo, Snow and Ice Management Association (SIMA), the National Association of Landscape Professionals (NALP) and Landscape Ontario Horticultural Trades Association, to name a few. Having recently completed the transition from landscape business owner to tech entrepreneur, Mark is committed to transforming talented landscape professionals into better business owners through industry-leading software and learning opportunities.
Timestamps:
[00:00] Introduction
[01:24] Preframing the Landscape Industry
[02:15] Creating Software for the Landscape Industry
[10:22] Asking for Mentorship and Luck
[13:53] Mental Shifts in Transitioning to Software
[17:40] Overcoming Personal Overwhelm
[19:22] Impact of Personal Goals on Business Success
[21:57] Journey to Losing 140lbs
[24:05] Advice to Younger Self
[29:26] Initiating Landscape Management Network (LMN)
[37:13] Keys to Business Success
[43:00] Innovating Your Business Model
[50:50] The Importance of Being Feedback-Oriented
[53:25] The Role of Progress in Success
[1:01:45] Scaling from 1M to 30M in Revenue
[1:11:36] A Day in the Life of a CEO
[1:18:00] Thanks and Connecting with Mark Bradley
[1:20:08] Closing Remarks and Disclaimer
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