From employee truck accidents to client slip-and-falls, are you prepared for the legal risks that come with running a landscaping business? This episode gives you the essential legal game plan every lawn care owner needs.

Scott sits down with personal injury attorney Ryan Schwartz of Schwartz Trial Law to walk through the worst-case scenarios that can threaten your company. They break down exactly what to do when an employee is in an accident, how to handle client slip-and-fall claims, and why having the right insurance coverage is your best defense against costly lawsuits.

If you’ve ever worried about losing your business over a legal mistake, this conversation is for you. Learn how to protect your assets, what to look for in a good attorney, and the simple steps you can take today to legally safeguard your company’s future.

Connect with Ryan Schwartz (For business in Georgia):

1. Website: https://www.schwartztriallaw.com/

2. Email: Ryan@SchwartzTrialLaw.com

3. Phone: 678-460-7568

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Thinking about using ChatGPT for your client contracts? Before you do, you’ll want to hear this conversation with attorney Jesse Jones. He joins Scott to break down why having a solid, lawyer-reviewed contract is one of the smartest things you can do to protect your landscaping business—even for simple lawn maintenance jobs. They cover the risks of verbal agreements, the right way to structure subcontractor contracts, and why a good contract is your best defense when things go wrong.

The conversation then shifts to the long game: selling your business. Jesse explains what private equity buyers are looking for and how simple things like recurring revenue contracts and clean financials can dramatically increase your company’s value. You’ll learn the biggest mistakes that kill deals during the diligence process and the practical steps you can take now to prepare for a profitable exit, even if you’re years away from selling.

Welcome to The Million Dollar Landscaper Podcast, where host Scott Molchan helps business owners stop spinning their wheels and start building a profitable company. On this podcast, you’ll learn how to attract better customers, price your work for profit, and scale your landscaping business with smart systems.

Connect with Jesse Jones:

1. Exit Ready Assessment: https://www.fourscorelaw.com/onair

2. Website: fourscorelaw.com/onair

3. LinkedIn: Jesse Jones

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In this episode, Scott brings back professional landscape photographer Scott Johnsen to discuss why high-quality photos are one of the most underestimated assets for a landscaping or lawn care business. They dive into what separates a professional, catalog-ready image from a simple iPhone snapshot and how incredible photos can directly impact your sales and client perception.

Scott Johnsen shares his insider perspective on what he looks for on a job site, from avoiding common mistakes like messy backgrounds to staging furniture for that perfect "lived-in" lifestyle shot. You’ll learn the best time of day to shoot, why communicating with the homeowner is critical, and the simple tips you can use to take better photos yourself—even if you don't have the budget to hire a pro right now.

If you’ve ever wondered if investing in professional photography is worth it or just want to make your project photos look more polished and professional, this episode gives you the blueprint. Learn how to showcase your work in a way that attracts better clients, justifies higher prices, and builds your brand.

Connect with Scott Johnsen:

1. Website: sjohnson.co

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