The Untrapped Podcast With Keith Kalfas

By: Keith Kalfas
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  • Small Business Ownership & Personal Development Hosted by Keith Kalfas from the Landscaping Employee Trap & Window Cleaning Blueprint.
    Greenwood Publishing 2023
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  • Are You Frustrated with Your Landscaping Business Right Now?

    Are You Frustrated with Your Landscaping Business Right Now?
    Oct 31 2024

    In this episode, Keith Kelfis offers crucial advice for landscaping business owners facing economic uncertainty. He emphasizes the importance of staying strong, learning new skills, and maintaining a positive mindset. Keith shares insights from books like 'The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People' and 'Guerrilla Marketing Tactics' to highlight resilience and strategic thinking. He also introduces a new sponsor, Durable.co, showcasing its AI-powered website-building tool tailored for landscaping and lawn care businesses. For a detailed understanding, tune in and get inspired to keep hustling and growing your business.

    "If you focus on what you can control, you’ll feel more empowered. Start by spending less time with negative, victim-minded people."
    Keith Kalfas

    Topics Covered:

    • Understanding the Current Market Frustration
    • Advice for New and Experienced Business Owners
    • Survival of the Fittest: Thriving in Tough Times
    • The Power of Focus and Positivity
    • Sharpening Skills and Staying Resilient
    • Promoting Continuous Learning and Resources

    Key Takeaways

    • Stay Resilient and Focus on Self-Improvement: In tough economic times, continue learning new skills and sharpening your saw. Your resilience and hard work will pay off when the market conditions improve.

    • Control What You Can: Focus on aspects within your control and avoid spending time with negative, cynical people. Surround yourself with successful, high-thinking individuals to stay motivated and inspired.

    • Utilize AI Tools for Efficiency: Smart tools like Durable.co can help you quickly build professional websites for your business, saving time and resources while maintaining quality.

    Connect with Keith

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/keithkalfas/
    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thelandscapingemployeetrap
    Website: https://www.keithkalfas.com/resources
    Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@keith-kalfas

    Resources and Websites:

    🙋♂️Get My Free Landscaping Business Startup Video Series Here👇
    Here https://www.keithkalfas.com/Landscaping-Series

    Landscaping Course https://keith-kalfas.mykajabi.com/store/8bFERMcs

    LANDSCAPING BUSINESS
    How to Guide: https://www.keithkalfas.com/16

    Get Jobber: https://getjobber.com/im/ambassador-referral/?gspk=a2VpdGhrYWxmYXM4NTIx&gsxid=Rs6pwtznLDcs

    Get Ballard: https://www.ballard-inc.com/

    Easy Budgeting Blueprint: keithkalfas.com/budget

    Smartphone Video Creation Guide: Keithkalfas.com/smartphone

    Identifying Your Superpower: Keithkalfas.com/superpower

    Become An influencer And Monetize Your Expertise: https://www.keithkalfas.com/influence

    Multiple Ways to Monetize: https://www.keithkalfas.com/multipleways

    Build Your Website: https://durable.co/ Promo Code: keith30
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    9 mins
  • Running a Landscaping Business is REALLY HARD!

    Running a Landscaping Business is REALLY HARD!
    Oct 14 2024

    In this episode of the Untrapped Podcast, Keith Kalfas shares the hardships and unpredictability of the landscaping business, focusing on the importance of resilience and gratitude in the face of challenges. He discusses personal anecdotes and those of others in similar businesses, illustrating how perseverance through difficulties can lead to greater growth. Keith emphasizes learning from mistakes, maintaining faith, and the significance of managing stress and uncertainty.

    " The pressure turns you into a diamond, people who don't have any pressure on them sometimes they just become very lazy and lackadaisical and they don't amount to anything. "
    Keith Kalfas

    Topics Covered:

    • The Struggles of Running a Landscaping Business
    • Real-Life Challenges and Stories
    • Dealing with Business Stress and Uncertainty
    • Success Stories and Faith
    • Upcoming Events and Final Thoughts
    • Free Resources and Tools for Your Business

    Key Takeaways

    • Running a landscaping business is extremely challenging, especially in the first few years. Small business owners face a variety of issues such as negative reviews, unreliable employees, equipment breakdowns, and personal sacrifices.

    • It's essential to anticipate problems, manage stress, stay positive, and view challenges as opportunities for growth. Faith, integrity, and prioritizing family and customers are crucial.

    • Overall, the message is to stay motivated, work hard, and seek inspiration from others who have succeeded despite difficulties.

    Connect with Keith

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/keithkalfas/
    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thelandscapingemployeetrap
    Website: https://www.keithkalfas.com/resources
    Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@keith-kalfas

    Resources and Websites:

    🙋♂️Get My Free Landscaping Business Startup Video Series Here👇
    Here https://www.keithkalfas.com/Landscaping-Series

    Landscaping Course https://keith-kalfas.mykajabi.com/store/8bFERMcs

    LANDSCAPING BUSINESS
    How to Guide: https://www.keithkalfas.com/16

    Get Jobber: https://getjobber.com/im/ambassador-referral/?gspk=a2VpdGhrYWxmYXM4NTIx&gsxid=Rs6pwtznLDcs

    Get Ballard: https://www.ballard-inc.com/

    Easy Budgeting Blueprint: keithkalfas.com/budget

    Smartphone Video Creation Guide: Keithkalfas.com/smartphone

    Identifying Your Superpower: Keithkalfas.com/superpower

    Become An influencer And Monetize Your Expertise: https://www.keithkalfas.com/influence

    Multiple Ways to Monetize: https://www.keithkalfas.com/multipleways

    Build Your Website: https://durable.co/ Promo Code: keith30
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    16 mins
  • 12 Questions on How to Scale a Landscaping Business | Dan Platta Home Service CFO

    12 Questions on How to Scale a Landscaping Business | Dan Platta Home Service CFO
    Sep 24 2024
    In this episode of the Untrapped Podcast, Keith Kalfas interviews Dan Platta, the Home Service CFO and founder of Best Dan Bookkeeping. They discuss key topics such as managing chaos in business, the importance of having the right team, effective organizational strategies, and Dan's journey from the corporate world to entrepreneurship. The conversation touches on the significance of recruiting top talent, leveraging checklists for operational efficiency, and the biggest lessons learned from past mistakes. Dan also shares his vision for future ventures and insights on balancing business and personal life. Throughout the episode, actionable advice is provided for small business owners aiming to scale and improve their operations. "Find good mentors and learn from their mistakes" Dan Platta Topics Covered: Revenue and Services: Dan's Business Insights Organizational Strategies for Success Recruiting the Best Employees Top Influential Books Overcoming Entrepreneurial Fears Advice for New Entrepreneurs Short-Term Goals and Business Philosophy Customer-Centric Business Philosophy The Importance of Zero Attrition Big Hairy Audacious Goals Overcoming Business Challenges Lessons from Business Mistakes The Value of Good Bookkeeping Key Takeaways Revenue Achievement and Service Diversification: Dan Plata discusses achieving nearly $4 million in revenue, emphasizing the importance of offering diverse services such as window cleaning, pressure washing, maid services, bookkeeping, recruiting, and marketing.Key takeaway: Diversification can lead to higher revenue, but managing multiple services requires robust organizational strategies. Importance of Support Systems: Dan highlights the critical role his wife plays in his success, even though she isn’t directly involved in the business.Key takeaway: A strong personal support system can significantly boost business performance and personal well-being. Organizational Strategies: Dan stresses the importance of checklists and to-do lists to maintain accountability and ensure that employees stay on task.Key takeaway: Simple organizational tools like digital checklists can streamline operations and prevent errors in repetitive tasks. Recruitment and Quality of Employees: Dan learned to recruit high-quality employees rather than hiring quickly to fill positions. By finding the best candidates in advance, he ensures that he can select from the top talent when needed.Key takeaway: Continuous recruitment and having high standards for employee selection can improve service quality and business growth. Influential Books: Dan recommends "The E-Myth Revisited," "Peak Performance," and "Leadership and Self-Deception" as pivotal books that have impacted his business approach.Key takeaway: Reading and learning from comprehensive resources can offer new perspectives and practical strategies for business improvement. Facing and Overcoming Fears: Dan reflects on his fear of leaving the corporate world to become an entrepreneur, but realized the risk was worth the learning experience.Key takeaway: Overcoming initial fears and making calculated risks can lead to greater opportunities and personal growth. Mentorship and Learning from Others: Dan advises new entrepreneurs to find good mentors and learn from their mistakes to avoid common pitfalls.Key takeaway: Leveraging the experiences of successful mentors can shorten the learning curve and provide valuable insights. Prioritizing Customer and Employee Satisfaction: Dan’s goal is to build a business driven by customer demand and employee satisfaction rather than solely focusing on financial targets.Key takeaway: Focusing on creating value for customers and providing a great work environment for employees can lead to sustainable business growth and profitability. Big Hairy Audacious Goal (BHAG): Dan's major life goal is to combine his passion for business with his love for outdoor activities by creating a mastermind group for business owners that includes outdoor adventures.Key takeaway: Aligning personal passions with business goals can lead to a more fulfilling career. Handling Mistakes: Dan admits that growing his business too rapidly and spreading too thin were significant mistakes but valuable learning experiences.Key takeaway: Learning from business missteps is crucial. Scaling should be done thoughtfully to avoid overextension and operational disarray. Understanding and Leveraging Financial Data: Dan emphasizes the importance of having impeccable bookkeeping to make better business decisions and ensure financial clarity.Key takeaway: Accurate financial data helps in making informed decisions, which is essential for managing growth and ensuring long-term success. Connect with Dan LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dan-platta-30736b31 Connect with Keith Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/keithkalfas/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thelandscapingemployeetrap Website: https://...
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    34 mins

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Keith is a guru!

This is an amazing show, very inspiring for anyone looking to start a Green service!

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Gracias. Kieth

I always listen to the podcast or your YouTube channel... I'm located Los Angeles... San Gabriel valley area......i do lawn maintenance. i always when I listen to you i go back to work with energy on my brain. the things that you talk are all real . if you don't believe on your self you will keep giving low estimates ..... i just want to thank you. and wish you all the best

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