Episode 9

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5th Nov 2025

9. The 5-Minute Trick That Saves Landscapers HOURS Every Week

Landscaping is a fast-moving industry… but most crews lose hours every week by skipping a straightforward step: The pre-job plan.

In this episode, Shay and Zac break down how “five minutes of strategy” before a job begins can eliminate wasted time, prevent mistakes, and dramatically reduce crew fatigue.

We dive into:

  • Why do most crews lose time at the start of each job
  • How to create a clear pre-job checklist
  • The fastest way to avoid tool swapping, backtracking, and confusion
  • How better planning reduces burnout and boosts quality
  • Why leaders must model preparation for their teams

If you’re a foreman, business owner, or crew lead, this episode will immediately change how your team works.

Send this episode to your crew group chat before your next job.

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About the Podcast

The Landscaping Podcast
Power by Landscaping Unlimited
The Landscaping Podcast is where real landscapers talk shop.

Hosted by Shay Brickhouse (CEO of Landscaping Unlimited, Inc.) and Zac Small (COO & Media), each episode dives into landscaping, hardscape, irrigation, turf installation, and the realities of running a company.

From managing crews and scaling a business to balancing family and faith, we bring unfiltered conversations with experts, entrepreneurs, and tradesmen building lives outdoors.

Whether you’re laying pavers, leading a team, or want to grow a landscaping company with integrity, this show is for you.

About your host

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Zac Small