Ep 42: Curtis Gaines - Family, faith, and finding life’s work

In this episode of Titan Talks, Curtis Gaines, owner of Right Price, Right Choice Lawn Care Services, shares his journey from starting with a push mower borrowed from his grandmother to running a successful landscaping business. Curtis discusses the transition from a stable job at Walmart to full-time entrepreneurship, emphasizing the importance of consistency, communication, and a supportive family. He highlights the evolution of his marketing strategies from flyers to leveraging Google, social media, and a professional website. Curtis also reflects on the personal growth and freedom that comes with being a business owner and his goal of leaving a legacy for his children and grandchildren. (00:00) - Introduction(01:00) - Curtis’s Origin Story: From Push Mower to Business Owner(03:00) - Transition to Commercial Landscaping(04:30) - Leadership Traits and Leaving Walmart(06:00) - The Scary Leap to Full-Time Business(07:30) - Family Support and Entrepreneurial Influence(09:00) - Challenges of Starting a Business in the Fall(10:30) - Evolution of Marketing: From Flyers to Social Media(13:30) - Current Team and Recent Big Projects(15:00) - Key Qualities in New Team Members(16:00) - Challenges in Finding Committed Employees(17:00) - Top Ways to Acquire New Customers(18:30) - Managing Multiple Roles and Responsibilities(19:30) - Importance of Customer Reviews and Feedback(20:00) - Decision to Get a Website and Its Impact