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Ep 81. Big Fish, Small Bream: Learning How to Let Others Lead

⏱️ 54:58 🎤 Jason Lee, Jordan Upcavage
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Ep 81. Big Fish, Small Bream: Learning How to Let Others Lead
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  • 0:00
    Host & Introductions
    The hosts, Jason Lee and Jordan Upcavage, introduce the podcast and themselves, sharing their current busy schedules.
  • 4:46
    Mangrove Trimming & Rules
    Jordan details a complex mangrove trimming project, explaining the strict federal regulations and the specialized equipment and techniques required.
  • 21:52
    Delegating Water Street Project
    Jordan recounts delegating the structural pruning of trees at a high-profile urban development, emphasizing the transition from personal oversight to trusting his crew leader.
  • 39:07
    Root Pruning & Mulching Delegation
    Jordan further discusses delegating a significant root pruning and mulching task for a large land-clearing project to another team member, highlighting the successful outcome.
  • 43:39
    Future Delegation & Sales
    Jordan explores the idea of bringing his cousin, Miles, into the business to handle sales and specialized wetland projects, aiming to reduce his workload and focus on larger opportunities.
  • 56:30
    Jason's Flexi-Pave Bid
    Jason describes his current focus on a large, complex Flexi-pave trail installation bid, stressing the extensive planning and networking involved in securing such projects.
  • 59:34
    Bid Meetings & Competition
    The hosts discuss the strategic importance of mandatory bid meetings for assessing competition and navigating the intricacies of municipal bids and certifications.

Speakers

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Jason Lee
Host — seasoned landscaper
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Jordan Upcavage
Host — true tree whisperer

Key Takeaways

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Identify tasks that can be delegated to competent team members to free up your own time for high-value activities like securing large bids.

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Invest in specialized training or certifications for your team (e.g., professional mangrove trimmer, certified Flexi-pave installer) to expand your service offerings and meet project qualifications.

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Prioritize networking at industry conferences (e.g., ASLA events) to build connections, gain insights, and uncover potential project opportunities.

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Thoroughly understand and adhere to all regulatory requirements and permits, especially for environmentally sensitive projects like mangrove trimming, to avoid legal issues and maintain a positive reputation.

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Leverage existing equipment and skilled personnel from previous projects for new tasks, such as using land-clearing equipment for mulching, to optimize costs and efficiency.

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Carefully review bid requirements, including paperwork and qualifications, as meeting these can differentiate your business and secure projects even if you're not the lowest bidder.

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Consider hiring for sales or specialized roles to offload time-consuming tasks, allowing business owners to focus on strategic growth and larger, more profitable ventures.

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