25 Years with Jim's Mowing! Interview with Grant Osborne

Are you curious about how to build a long-lasting and thriving franchise business?

In this episode, we sit down with Grant Osborne, a veteran of Jim's Mowing with over 25 years of experience.

Grant shares the journey of starting out in the mowing business, his strategies for scaling up, and how he successfully shifted his focus from residential to industrial contracts.

If you're looking for tried-and-true advice on running a mowing franchise or any service-based business, this episode is a goldmine of insights.

In This Episode:
In this episode, Grant talks about his journey from the automotive service industry to becoming a successful Jim's Mowing franchisee.

He provides insights on how he carved out a niche in industrial mowing, leveraging the flexibility that comes with running a franchise.

Grant discusses key lessons for new franchisees, the importance of working smart, and how having the right equipment can drastically increase efficiency.

He also emphasizes the value of community and support within the Jim's system, and how these relationships have been crucial for his long-term success.

Key Takeaways

• Niche Focus for Long-Term Success: Grant explains how shifting his focus to industrial mowing contracts helped him grow his business while working smarter, not harder. This shift allowed him to find a lucrative market that needed specialized care and reduced competition.

• Efficiency Through the Right Tools: Investing in high-quality equipment can make all the difference. Grant shares how moving from walk-behind mowers to advanced machinery like stand-on mowers has improved both his efficiency and work quality. He breaks down the costs and how they quickly pay off in productivity gains.

• Importance of Community and Networking: Grant emphasizes the supportive community within the Jim's system. He talks about the benefits of working closely with other franchisees, sharing advice, and participating in networking meetings. This camaraderie has been invaluable for growing his business and finding new opportunities.

• Client Relationships and Upselling Services: Listening to clients and offering additional services based on their needs has been a key strategy for Grant. By being a one-stop solution for all things horticultural, he keeps clients satisfied and generates more revenue.

• Balancing Flexibility and Growth: One of the greatest perks of franchising is the flexibility it offers. Grant shares how he’s been able to manage his business around family obligations while still growing his client base and revenue.

Tune in to this episode and learn how to build a thriving franchise business from someone who has been through it all.

If you're ready to take your mowing or service-based franchise to the next level, this is the episode that will show you how to do it right—no fluff, just real, actionable advice from a true industry veteran!