Sales made Simple for Outdoor Living Pros, Landscapers and Hardscapers (formerly Outerspaces)

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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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July 1, 2026Episode 15938 min

The Growth Strategy Every Outdoor Living Pro Needs Right Now w/ Tanner Broughton from Firescapes

Schedule a Meeting with Joshua TODAY!Are you the biggest obstacle standing between your business and its next level of growth?Many contractors start their businesses because they love building projects; not managing teams, creating systems, or leading a growing company. But as businesses grow, owners often find themselves trapped in every decision, every jobsite, and every problem. In this episode, Joshua Gillow and Tanner Broughton discuss the challenges of scaling a hardscape business, building trust within a team, creating systems that support growth, and transitioning from working in the business to leading it.You will: Learn how to identify whether you're the bottleneck preventing your company from growing. Discover why systems, delegation, and clear leadership roles are essential for scaling a contracting business. Understand the mindset shifts needed to move from technician to business owner and create a stronger, more self-sufficient team. Press play to learn the leadership, systems, and growth strategies that can help you scale your business without carrying the entire company on your shoulders.Interested in learning more about Firescapes? Check out their website: https://www.firescapessd.com/Ready to get your copy of The CORE 10? Check it out HERE!Connect with Joshua at:The WebsiteThe Facebook GroupSales Master ClassesHow to work with Joshua - https://yes.express/apply/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. Music from #Uppbeat:https://uppbeat.io/t/abbynoise/puncherLicense code: AWUDIYK15E3NWYPK

June 24, 2026Episode 15831 min

Why Skipping Budget Conversations Is Impacting Your Sales Process w/ Jon Valenta from General Pavingstones

Schedule a Meeting with Joshua TODAY!Are you spending hours on estimates and site visits only to discover the homeowner was never financially prepared for the project in the first place?Many contractors avoid budget conversations because they fear rejection, awkwardness, or losing the opportunity. But delaying that discussion often leads to wasted appointments, unnecessary designs, and countless hours spent with prospects who were never a fit. In this episode, Jon Valenta and Joshua Gillow share real-world stories and practical strategies for qualifying leads earlier, protecting your time, and creating a smoother sales process for both you and your customers.By listening to this episode, you'll learn: How to confidently discuss budget during the first phone call without damaging trust or rapport. Why prequalifying prospects can save hours of wasted time every week and improve overall business efficiency. The exact mindset and questioning strategies that help uncover realistic project expectations before investing valuable sales resources. Listen now to discover how one simple budget conversation can save you days of wasted time, improve your client experience, and create a more profitable sales process.Interested in learning more about General Pavingstones? Check out their website: https://generalpavingstones.com/Ready to get your copy of The CORE 10? Check it out HERE!Connect with Joshua at:The WebsiteThe Facebook GroupSales Master ClassesHow to work with Joshua - https://yes.express/apply/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. Music from #Uppbeat:https://uppbeat.io/t/abbynoise/puncherLicense code: AWUDIYK15E3NWYPK

June 17, 2026Episode 15725 min

Why Every Employee Needs Sales Awareness To Grow Your Contracting Business w/ Jon Valenta from General Pavingstones

Schedule a Meeting with Joshua TODAY!What if the biggest sales opportunity in your business isn’t coming from more leads—but from the team already working on your jobsites?Many contractors believe sales is the responsibility of one person—the owner or salesperson. But while salespeople move on to the next prospect, field crews spend days or even weeks building trust with homeowners. In this episode, Joshua Gillow and Jon Valenta reveal how empowering your entire team to listen, communicate, and identify opportunities can create significant revenue growth without spending another dollar on marketing.You will: Learn how to turn your field team into a valuable source of additional project revenue Discover how simple listening skills can uncover upsell and cross-sell opportunities that homeowners actually want Understand the importance of creating a clear process that allows your team to identify opportunities without creating costly mistakesListen now to discover how a sales-minded team can help you serve clients better, increase project revenue, and unlock growth opportunities you may be missing every day.Interested in learning more about General Pavingstones? Check out their website: https://generalpavingstones.com/Ready to get your copy of The CORE 10? Check it out HERE!Connect with Joshua at:The WebsiteThe Facebook GroupSales Master ClassesHow to work with Joshua - https://yes.express/apply/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. Music from #Uppbeat:https://uppbeat.io/t/abbynoise/puncherLicense code: AWUDIYK15E3NWYPK

June 10, 2026Episode 15628 min

A Simple Mindset Shift To Close More Jobs...You Vs The Average Contractor w/ Jon Valenta from General Pavingstones

Schedule a Meeting with Joshua TODAY!Are you wasting hours every week chasing leads that were never going to hire you in the first place?Spring brings an avalanche of sales opportunities for contractors, but more leads don’t always mean more profits. In this episode, Joshua Gillow and Jon Valenta unpack why so many contractors stay stuck in the cycle of free estimates, low close rates, and overwhelming workloads—and how a simple qualification process can completely change the way you sell.You will: Learn how to quickly identify serious buyers before wasting time on site visits and proposals Discover how tracking your close rate can uncover hidden time leaks in your sales process Find out how better sales conversations can lead to higher profits, less stress, and more personal freedom Press play now to learn how to stop chasing bad leads, close better-fit customers faster, and take back control of your time and business.Interested in learning more about General Pavingstones? Check out their website: https://generalpavingstones.com/Ready to get your copy of The CORE 10? Check it out HERE!Connect with Joshua at:The WebsiteThe Facebook GroupSales Master ClassesHow to work with Joshua - https://yes.express/apply/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. Music from #Uppbeat:https://uppbeat.io/t/abbynoise/puncherLicense code: AWUDIYK15E3NWYPK

June 3, 2026Episode 15531 min

Why Skipping Team Meetings Leads To Misalignment & Lost Profit w/ Business Consultant, Frank Bourque

Schedule a Meeting with Joshua TODAY!Are your meetings helping your team grow—or quietly creating confusion, misalignment, and costly mistakes?Most business owners avoid meetings because they feel unproductive, awkward, or like a waste of time. But without clear communication and alignment, teams become reactive, accountability disappears, and businesses end up stuck in constant chaos. In this episode, Joshua Gillow and Frank Bourque break down why structured meetings are one of the most overlooked tools for building stronger teams, improving communication, and creating a more profitable business.You will:Learn how daily, weekly, monthly, and quarterly meetings create clarity and accountability across your teamDiscover simple meeting structures that improve communication without wasting timeUnderstand how better meetings help teams solve problems proactively instead of constantly reacting to firesPlay this episode to learn how effective meetings can transform your team culture, improve accountability, and help your business run smoother with less stress.For more information about Frank, visit his website: https://www.frankbourque.com/Ready to get your copy of The CORE 10 Sales Playbook? Check it out HERE!Connect with Joshua at:The WebsiteThe Facebook GroupSales Master ClassesHow to work with Joshua - https://yes.express/apply/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. Music from #Uppbeat:https://uppbeat.io/t/abbynoise/puncherLicense code: AWUDIYK15E3NWYPK

May 27, 2026Episode 15437 min

How Contractors Can Thrive This Spring By Aligning Their Team, Time & Numbers w/ Business Consultant, Frank Bourque

Schedule a Meeting with Joshua TODAY!Are you heading into spring feeling overwhelmed, reactive, and constantly putting out fires in your contracting business?Spring is the busiest season for contractors and landscapers, but staying busy doesn’t always mean staying profitable. Many business owners struggle with team misalignment, poor communication, lack of accountability, and hidden profit leaks that quietly drain time, energy, and money. In this episode, Joshua Gillow and Frank Bourque break down the exact strategies contractors need right now to stay proactive, organized, and profitable during the spring rush.You will: Learn how to use the “3 W’s” framework to create stronger accountability and clearer communication with your team Discover how better meetings and problem-solving systems can reduce stress, eliminate confusion, and improve crew performance Understand the key numbers every contractor should track this spring to protect profitability and make smarter business decisions Play this episode now to learn the practical systems and leadership strategies that will help your business thrive during the busiest season of the year.For more information about Frank, visit his website: https://www.frankbourque.com/Ready to get your copy of The CORE 10 Sales Playbook? Check it out HERE!Connect with Joshua at:The WebsiteThe Facebook GroupSales Master ClassesHow to work with Joshua - https://yes.express/apply/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. Music from #Uppbeat:https://uppbeat.io/t/abbynoise/puncherLicense code: AWUDIYK15E3NWYPK

May 20, 2026Episode 15327 min

Why Most Outdoor Living Pros' Marketing Strategies Lead To Low Close Rates w/ CEO of Bridge Media, Olivier Bridgeman

Schedule a Meeting with Joshua TODAY!Are you an outdoor living pro hardscaper or landscaper attracting leads that never turn into real projects? If you are tired of wasting time on unqualified prospects, inconsistent revenue, and projects that never close, this episode breaks down how misaligned marketing and sales systems are costing you time and profit and how to fix it.You will: Learn how to attract better qualified clients before they ever contact you Understand how to use your website social media and forms to pre qualify leads Discover how aligning marketing and sales can dramatically increase your close rates and profitabilityPress play now to learn how to turn your marketing into a predictable system that brings in the right clients and closes more high value projects.Ready to get your copy of The CORE 10 Sales Playbook? Check it out HERE!Connect with Joshua at:The WebsiteThe Facebook GroupSales Master ClassesHow to work with Joshua - https://yes.express/apply/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. Music from #Uppbeat:https://uppbeat.io/t/abbynoise/puncherLicense code: AWUDIYK15E3NWYPK

May 13, 2026Episode 15242 min

Why Seasonal Marketing Is Failing Outdoor Living Pros And What To Do Instead w/ CEO of Bridge Media, Olivier Bridgeman

Schedule a Meeting with Joshua TODAY!Are you still relying on spring rush marketing and wondering why your pipeline dries up the rest of the year? Many outdoor living pros, hardscapers, and landscapers treat marketing like a switch they turn on only when they need work. The result is inconsistent leads, low trust from clients, and missed opportunities to book premium projects year round. This episode breaks down what actually works today and how to stay visible, trusted, and in demand no matter the season.You will: Learn how to build a consistent marketing system that keeps your schedule full beyond peak season Discover how better visuals and social content can pre-sell clients before you even meet them Understand how reviews and trust signals can dramatically increase your closing rate and pricing power Press play now to learn how to turn your marketing into a predictable, year round growth engine for your business.Ready to get your copy of The CORE 10 Sales Playbook? Check it out HERE!Connect with Joshua at:The WebsiteThe Facebook GroupSales Master ClassesHow to work with Joshua - https://yes.express/apply/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. Music from #Uppbeat:https://uppbeat.io/t/abbynoise/puncherLicense code: AWUDIYK15E3NWYPK

May 6, 2026Episode 15135 min

How To Close More Hardscaping Jobs Without Ever Visiting the Job Site First w/ Jon Valenta from General Pavingstones

Schedule a Meeting with Joshua TODAY!Are you wasting hours on outdoor living projects that were never going to close in the first place? For many outdoor living pros, hardscapers, and landscapers, the biggest frustration isn’t finding leads—it’s spending time on the wrong ones. Clients often don’t understand what projects actually cost, leading to massive gaps between expectations and reality. Without a strong pre-qualification process, you can end up designing and estimating jobs that were dead on arrival.You will: Learn how to identify budget mismatches in the first 15 minutes—before you ever leave your office Discover the key questions that instantly filter serious clients from time-wasters Understand how to position yourself as a trusted advisor while protecting your time and increasing close rates Hit play now to learn how to qualify smarter, save hours every week, and close better-fit outdoor living projects with confidence.Ready to get your copy of The CORE 10 Sales Playbook? Check it out HERE!Connect with Joshua at:The WebsiteThe Facebook GroupSales Master ClassesHow to work with Joshua - https://yes.express/apply/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. Music from #Uppbeat:https://uppbeat.io/t/abbynoise/puncherLicense code: AWUDIYK15E3NWYPK

April 29, 2026Episode 15028 min

Outdoor Living Pros, Stop Chasing Every Lead and Start Closing Only the Right Ones w/ Jon Valenta from General Pavingstones

Schedule a Meeting with Joshua TODAY!Are you wasting hours chasing landscaping leads that were never going to say yes?If you're an outdoor living pro hardscaper or landscaper constantly running out to estimates only to get ghosted this episode hits home as it breaks down why most sales calls fail before you even leave the office and how better screening can protect your time and increase your close rate.You will: Save dozens of hours every month by eliminating unqualified leads early Learn how to confidently ask better questions without losing control of the sales call Discover how top contractors increase close rates by only meeting with serious buyers Hit play now to learn how to take back your time and only work with clients who are ready to move forward.Ready to get your copy of The CORE 10 Sales Playbook? Check it out HERE!Connect with Joshua at:The WebsiteThe Facebook GroupSales Master ClassesHow to work with Joshua - https://yes.express/apply/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. Music from #Uppbeat:https://uppbeat.io/t/abbynoise/puncherLicense code: AWUDIYK15E3NWYPK