The original interview series from Nick Ruddle

The Grow Landscapers Podcast: original interviews

What does it take to build a successful landscaping business? Join Nick Ruddle for conversations with the people who have done it, as they share the decisions, challenges and lessons behind their businesses.

Hear from guests including Mark Gregory, Paul Downer, John Wyer and David Dodd. Explore their stories, discover fresh perspectives on running a landscape business, and take away ideas to apply in your own.

All episodes, in order

Episode 01
Paul Downer
People, systems and growth
Original feed title: Paul Downer from Oak View Landscapes
16 May 2022 Feed duration 45:12
Episode 02
John Wyer
Strategy, values and handovers
Original feed title: John Wyer from Bowles & Wyer
16 May 2022 Feed duration 38:53
Episode 03
Robert Crowder
Focus and business direction
Original feed title: Robert Crowder from Crowder Nurseries
16 May 2022 Feed duration 35:19
Episode 04
Marian Barker
Better hiring and business numbers
Original feed title: Marian Barker from Fresh Horticultural Careers
16 May 2022 Feed duration 26:05
Episode 05
Jim Wilkinson
Customer value and planning
Original feed title: Jim Wilkinson from Pro Landscaper Magazine, FutureScape Events, Pro Landscaper Business Awards, etc.
16 May 2022 Feed duration 33:42
Episode 06
Alice McAuley
People and business resilience
Original feed title: Alice McAuley from Tim Moya Associates
6 June 2022 Feed duration 39:00
Episode 07
Wayne Grills
Systems and industry support
Original feed title: Wayne Grills - CEO of BALI
10 June 2022 Feed duration 44:06
Episode 08
Tony Benger
Job costing and capable teams
Original feed title: Tony Benger from Tony Benger Landscaping
20 June 2022 Feed duration 33:01
Episode 09
Mark Gregory
Managing landscape project risk
Original feed title: Mark Gregory from Landform Consultants Ltd
27 June 2022 Feed duration 51:23
Episode 10
Paul Lynch
People, systems and job profit
Original feed title: Paul Lynch - Elmtree Garden Contractors
5 July 2022 Feed duration 33:59
Episode 11
Jake Catling
Pricing and working on the business
Original feed title: Jake Catling - The Landscaping Consultants
13 July 2022 Feed duration 51:28
Episode 12
Steve Walley
Systems, training and lean growth
Original feed title: Steve Walley - London Stone
8 August 2022 Feed duration 32:42
Episode 13
Ken White
Profitable focus and strategy
Original feed title: Ken White - Frosts Landscapes
23 August 2022 Feed duration 33:09
Episode 14
Nigel Bowcock
Winning the right landscape work
Original feed title: Nigel Bowcock from Acre Landscapes
30 August 2022 Feed duration 44:11
Episode 15
Alistair Bayford
Leadership and sustainable growth
Original feed title: Alistair Bayford from Maylim
12 September 2022 Feed duration 33:03
Episode 16
Jonathan Bourne
Relationships and specialist value
Original feed title: Jonathan Bourne from Bourne Amenity
27 October 2022 Feed duration 34:02
Episode 17
Jim Wilkinson interviews Nick Ruddle
Business skills for landscapers
Original feed title: Jim Wilkinson Interviews Nick Ruddle on Pro Landscaper TV
24 November 2022 Feed duration 23:02
Episode 18
Gareth Wilson
Training, support and time
Original feed title: Gareth Wilson - Independent Expert Witness
1 December 2022 Feed duration 39:00
Episode 19
James Scott
Focus and self-directed teams
Original feed title: James Scott - The Garden Company
8 December 2022 Feed duration 45:55
Episode 20
David Dodd
Building a landscape business
Original feed title: David Dodd - The Outdoor Room/Pots & Pithoi
19 January 2023 Feed duration 54:57

Artwork shown is the shared show artwork. Also available on the official Acast show page.