EPISODE · Apr 13, 2026 · 49 MIN
EP266: From Startup to Success: Chris McManus on Growing a Multimillion-Dollar Landscaping Company
from Hammer & Grind : Built For Contractors
You start with a plan and a lot of passion. But when things don’t go as expected, one lesson hits fast keeping overhead low can make or break your business.In this episode, Brad and Chris talk about:Turning a side hustle into a full-time landscaping businessCostly mistakes and lessons learned along the wayWhy low overhead is key to staying profitableSimple marketing that actually brings in workHiring the right people and building a strong teamThe vision for scaling and long-term growthMentioned:Website: https://gclandscapinginc.com/Instagram (Business): https://www.instagram.com/gclandscapingincInstagram (Personal): https://www.instagram.com/chrismcmanus151Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/gclandscapingincEmail: [email protected] to Resources:This episode is sponsored by iGUIDE — the smarter way to capture, measure, and market your projects.With accurate floor plans, immersive 3D tours, and detailed property data, iGUIDE helps contractors and real estate professionals showcase their work with confidence and precision.Learn more at https://hammerandgrind.com/iguideGrab Brad's tell-all book: The Contractor Profit Blueprinthttps://thecontractorprofitblueprint.comHelp us get the word out to other contractors by leaving us a review or sharing our podcast! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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You start with a plan and a lot of passion. But when things don’t go as expected, one lesson hits fast keeping overhead low can make or break your business.In this episode, Brad and Chris talk about:Turning a side hustle into a full-time landscaping businessCostly mistakes and lessons learned along the wayWhy low overhead is key to staying profitableSimple marketing that actually brings in workHiring the right people and building a strong teamThe vision for scaling and long-term growthMentioned:Website: https://gclandscapinginc.com/Instagram (Business): https://www.instagram.com/gclandscapingincInstagram (Personal): https://www.instagram.com/chrismcmanus151Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/gclandscapingincEmail: [email protected] to Resources:This episode is sponsored by iGUIDE — the smarter way to capture, measure, and market your projects.With accurate floor plans, immersive 3D tours, and detailed property data, iGUIDE helps contractors and real estate professionals showcase their work with confidence and precision.Learn more at https://hammerandgrind.com/iguideGrab Brad's tell-all book: The Contractor Profit Blueprinthttps://thecontractorprofitblueprint.comHelp us get the word out to other contractors by leaving us a review or sharing our podcast! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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