

Sales made Simple for Outdoor Living Pros, Landscapers and Hardscapers (formerly Outerspaces)
Joshua Gillow
This podcast is dedicated to helping overwhelmed outdoor living professionals, landscapers and Hardscapers just like you increase your closing rate to over 75% without doubling your workload so you can build a seven-figure business that doesn't need you.
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Jul 17, 2024 • 23min
How to build a business that doesn't need you, and why you need to as an landscaper, hardscaper, or outdoor living professional w/ Scott Lesak
In this episode, Joshua and Scott share 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.Connect with Joshua at:The WebsiteThe Facebook GroupSales Master ClassesSubscribe to Outerspaces on your favorite podcasting platform and never miss an episode!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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Jul 10, 2024 • 29min
Top 3 strategies to build and keep a team that cares as an outdoor living professional w/ Scott Lesak
In this conversation, Scott Lesak and Joshua Gillow discuss strategies for building and keeping a team that cares. They emphasize the importance of company culture and creating an experience that attracts and retains employees. They also discuss the shift from viewing employees as subordinates to seeing them as team members. They highlight the need for clear growth paths and giving employees ownership and accountability. They stress the importance of effective communication, asking questions, and empowering team members to make decisions. They also discuss the role of leaders in setting a vision and creating a positive work environment.Connect with Joshua at:The WebsiteThe Facebook GroupSales Master ClassesSubscribe to Outerspaces on your favorite podcasting platform and never miss an episode!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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Jul 3, 2024 • 28min
How to shift your mindset from surviving as an outdoor living professional to thriving w/ Scott Lesak
In this conversation, Joshua and Scott discuss the shift from a survival mindset to a thriving mindset. They emphasize the importance of shifting from a lack mindset to an abundance mindset and the power of asking the right questions. They also explore the concept of success and how it is defined differently for each individual. The conversation highlights the importance of gratitude and the ability to control our thoughts. They conclude by discussing the next episode on building and keeping a team that cares.Connect with Joshua at:The WebsiteThe Facebook GroupSales Master ClassesSubscribe to Outerspaces on your favorite podcasting platform and never miss an episode!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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Jun 26, 2024 • 35min
Contractors facing and overcoming addiction: Essential listening for hardscapers & landscapers w/ Scott Lesak
Joshua Gillow is joined by landscape professional and coach Scott Lesak. Scott shares his story about how he faced and overcame his addiction to alcohol. Through his struggles and personal growth, Scott managed to turn his life around and now encourages others to do the same as a life coach. For more information about Scott, you can reach out to him on Facebook or LinkedIn. Connect with Joshua at:The WebsiteThe Facebook GroupSales Master ClassesSubscribe to Outerspaces on your favorite podcasting platform and never miss an episode!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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Jun 19, 2024 • 16min
How to increase your closing rate as a hardscaper, landscaper, or outdoor living professional w/ Landscape Lighting Secrets Owner Ryan Lee
In this conversation, Joshua Gillow and Ryan Lee discuss how to increase your closing rate. They emphasize the importance of giving clients options and being transparent about pricing and budget. By offering multiple options, you can cater to different client preferences and increase your chances of closing the deal. They also highlight the significance of setting expectations early on and asking the right questions throughout the sales process. Ultimately, increasing your closing rate requires effective communication, understanding client needs, and providing value.Connect with Joshua at:The WebsiteThe Facebook GroupSales Master ClassesSubscribe to Outerspaces on your favorite podcasting platform and never miss an episode!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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Jun 12, 2024 • 35min
How to increase your number of qualified Leads as a landscaper, hardscaper, or outdoor living professional w/ Landscape Lighting Secrets Owner Ryan Lee
In this conversation, Joshua Gillow and Ryan Lee discuss how to increase the number of qualified leads in a business. They emphasize the importance of targeting the right audience and building relationships with referral partners. They also highlight the need to qualify leads early in the process to save time and focus on the right clients. They discuss the mindset shift from being a salesperson to being a helper and advisor, and the importance of asking permission and guiding clients through the decision-making process. They encourage listeners to step out of their comfort zones and make small changes to improve their sales approach.Connect with Joshua at:The WebsiteThe Facebook GroupSales Master ClassesSubscribe to Outerspaces on your favorite podcasting platform and never miss an episode!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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Jun 5, 2024 • 39min
How to increase your prices as an outdoor living professional w/ Landscape Lighting Secrets Owner Ryan Lee
In this conversation, Joshua Gillow and Ryan Lee discuss the topic of increasing prices for contractors. They emphasize the importance of understanding your worth and valuing your services. They also discuss the mindset around pricing and the impact it has on the success of a business. They highlight the need to price based on the future vision of the business and the value it provides to clients and the community. They also touch on the pitfalls of offering discounts and the importance of justifying higher prices to clients. The conversation discusses the concept of value stacking and how it can help businesses differentiate themselves and increase their prices. Value stacking involves showing clients the benefits and value they will receive by working with a particular company, rather than just listing the features of the product or service. By demonstrating the unique value they offer, businesses can justify higher prices and attract clients who are willing to pay more. The conversation also touches on the importance of setting expectations, being honest with clients, and focusing on serving them rather than just making a profit.Connect with Joshua at:The WebsiteThe Facebook GroupSales Master ClassesSubscribe to Outerspaces on your favorite podcasting platform and never miss an episode!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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Jun 1, 2024 • 28min
Selling in 2024... Here is what you need to know as an outdoor living professional w/ Sales coach Daniel Bai
BONUS SATURDAY EPISODE DROP: Tune in for a conversation with special guest Dr. Daniel Bai, as Daniel discusses with Joshua the top things you need to know about sales this year. Connect with Joshua at:The WebsiteThe Facebook GroupSales Master ClassesSubscribe to Outerspaces on your favorite podcasting platform and never miss an episode!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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May 29, 2024 • 33min
How to handle top sales objections as a hardscaper or landscaper w/ Landscape Lighting Secrets Owner Ryan Lee
Joshua is joined by Landscape Lighting Secrets Owner, Ryan Lee, as they discuss tips and strategies on how to handle top sales objections. If you are a landscaper, hardscaper, outdoorliving pro, or just some trying to make it in the sales world, this podcast episode is one you don't want to miss. Connect with Joshua at:The WebsiteThe Facebook GroupSales Master ClassesSubscribe to Outerspaces on your favorite podcasting platform and never miss an episode!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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May 22, 2024 • 15min
How to close 25% more leads without spending $1 in your outdoor living professionals business W/ Ramblin Jackson's Jack Jostes
In this conversation, Jack Jostes shares strategies for closing more leads without spending money. The main theme is setting clear pricing expectations and qualifying leads upfront. By providing a pricing guide on your website, you establish trust with potential clients and weed out those who are not in the budget range. Jack recommends including a budget range on the contact form and having a thank you page video to further qualify leads. He emphasizes the importance of aligning marketing and sales and setting clear upfront agreements with potential clients. The conversation also touches on the fear of not being the cheapest option and the cost of sales.For more information about Ramblin Jackson's services, check out their website: https://ramblinjackson.com/Connect with Joshua at:The WebsiteThe Facebook GroupSales Master ClassesSubscribe to Outerspaces on your favorite podcasting platform and never miss an episode!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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