Sales made Simple for Outdoor Living Pros, Landscapers and Hardscapers (formerly Outerspaces)

Joshua Gillow
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Sep 17, 2025 • 6min

Why Consistency Beats Hustle for Landscapers Trying To Build Premium Brands

Schedule a Meeting with Joshua TODAY!Are you showing up as one person with your clients, another at home, and someone else entirely inside your own head? For outdoor living pros, hardscapers, and landscapers, this split identity is more than exhausting—it’s costing you trust, energy, and even high-ticket sales. Clients and crews can sense when you’re not congruent, and it creates doubt instead of confidence. In this episode with Joshua Gillow, you’ll discover:Why authenticity is the key to selling certainty, not just patios and projects.How aligning your professional, personal, and secret self creates trust with family, clients, and teams.Practical steps to stop performing and start leading as the real you. Press play now to learn how showing up authentically can transform your outdoor living business and your life.Connect with Joshua at:The WebsiteThe Facebook GroupSales Master ClassesHow to work with Joshua - https://yes.express/apply/Tune into this podcast where a seasoned craftsman shares expert communication skills, strategies for overcoming stress and overwhelm, and insights on building a profitable business in landscaping and hardscaping, with tips on how to sell, close more deals, and achieve financial freedom to retire early as a successful business owner in the design/build and outdoor living industry.
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Sep 15, 2025 • 6min

Why “Professional Detachment” Is Killing Your Outdoor Living Sales (And What To Do Instead)

Schedule a Meeting with Joshua TODAY!Are your outdoor living sales calls falling flat, even with a strong portfolio and competitive pricing? For hardscapers, landscapers, and outdoor living pros, the biggest barrier to closing high-ticket projects isn’t your design skills or pricing—it’s your sales approach. If you’re leading with logic, specs, and timelines, you’re missing the one element that actually builds trust and closes deals: genuine care. In this episode, you’ll discover:Why leading with empathy and curiosity instantly sets you apart in a crowded outdoor living marketThe key mindset shift that turns “no’s” into cleaner rejections and prevents burnoutReal-world strategies to connect deeply with clients and close $50K–$250K projects faster and with joy Press play now to learn how to love your clients from the first call and transform your landscaping or hardscaping sales into confident, high-value wins.Connect with Joshua at:The WebsiteThe Facebook GroupSales Master ClassesHow to work with Joshua - https://yes.express/apply/Tune into this podcast where a seasoned craftsman shares expert communication skills, strategies for overcoming stress and overwhelm, and insights on building a profitable business in landscaping and hardscaping, with tips on how to sell, close more deals, and achieve financial freedom to retire early as a successful business owner in the design/build and outdoor living industry.
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Sep 10, 2025 • 5min

Does Your Proposal Overwhelm Clients Into Saying Nothing? Here’s the Fix

Schedule a Meeting with Joshua TODAY!Are your clients ghosting you—not because of price—but because they walked away confused? Confusion is the silent killer in sales. Overloaded estimates, jargon-filled proposals, and unclear timelines push clients to stall instead of commit. If you’ve ever wondered why prospects go silent after what felt like a “great call,” this episode unpacks the real reason—and how to flip the script. By listening, you’ll discover:The 5-step client journey that removes friction and speeds up yeses.How to simplify proposals so clients feel confident, not overwhelmed.A real-world case study of a builder who doubled his close rate in just 30 days by embracing clarity. Press play now to learn how to replace confusion with clarity so you can win trust, close faster, and hear more yeses.Connect with Joshua at:The WebsiteThe Facebook GroupSales Master ClassesHow to work with Joshua - https://yes.express/apply/Tune into this podcast where a seasoned craftsman shares expert communication skills, strategies for overcoming stress and overwhelm, and insights on building a profitable business in landscaping and hardscaping, with tips on how to sell, close more deals, and achieve financial freedom to retire early as a successful business owner in the design/build and outdoor living industry.
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Sep 8, 2025 • 5min

Why “More Options” Is the Worst Sales Strategy You Can Use

Schedule a Meeting with Joshua TODAY!Have you ever walked away from a sales call thinking you nailed it—only to be ghosted by the client? The problem usually isn’t your price, it’s confusion. In this episode, Joshua Gillow breaks down how unclear proposals, vague timelines, and too many options silently kill deals. More info doesn’t equal more value—clarity does.You will:Discover the 5-step client journey that keeps prospects engaged and confident.Learn how one contractor doubled his close rate in 30 days with one simple change.Get practical strategies to simplify your proposals and eliminate client hesitation. Listen now to learn how to turn confusing sales calls into confident yeses by leading with clarity.Connect with Joshua at:The WebsiteThe Facebook GroupSales Master ClassesHow to work with Joshua - https://yes.express/apply/Tune into this podcast where a seasoned craftsman shares expert communication skills, strategies for overcoming stress and overwhelm, and insights on building a profitable business in landscaping and hardscaping, with tips on how to sell, close more deals, and achieve financial freedom to retire early as a successful business owner in the design/build and outdoor living industry.
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Sep 3, 2025 • 39min

Why Chasing Purpose Without Pain Is a Lie Every Entrepreneur Needs to Stop Believing w/ Mike Johnson

In a compelling conversation, Mike Johnson, owner of Pro Snow Removal, shares his transformative journey through faith and entrepreneurship. He opens up about the hidden struggles business owners face and emphasizes how faith and community can help alleviate burnout. Mike discusses the evolution of his business from snow removal to landscaping, highlighting the importance of reflection and personal growth. He also shares insights on building a support system and embracing vulnerability, revealing that true purpose often emerges from adversity.
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Aug 27, 2025 • 15min

Why Being Available 24/7 Is Killing Your Outdoor Living Business (And What To Do Instead)

Discover why being available around the clock can hurt your business. Learn how prioritizing your schedule leads to better sales and happier clients. Setting boundaries not only earns you respect but can also attract higher-paying customers. Hear about a crucial mindset shift that allows you to work less while boosting your earnings. Tune in for tips on reclaiming your time and building a thriving outdoor living business without sacrificing your health or family time.
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Aug 25, 2025 • 23min

Does Your Outdoor Living Business Define You More Than Your Family? Here’s the Hard Truth You Can’t Ignore

Schedule a Meeting with Joshua TODAY!Have you ever stopped to wonder what your loved ones would say about you at your funeral—and if you’d actually be proud of the story they told? For many entrepreneurs, the daily grind of building a business can swallow up everything—family time, health, even your sense of self. Joshua Gillow shares the raw story of how a single coaching exercise shattered his old identity and forced him to confront whether he was building a true legacy or just climbing the wrong ladder. In this episode, you’ll discover:How writing your own eulogy can give you clarity on what really matters in life and business.The hidden vices and mindset traps that quietly sabotage entrepreneurs from becoming who they want to be.Practical steps to start building systems, freedom, and a legacy your family will be proud of. Press play now to learn how to stop surviving, start leading with purpose, and design a business—and life—you won’t regret.Connect with Joshua at:The WebsiteThe Facebook GroupSales Master ClassesHow to work with Joshua - https://yes.express/apply/Tune into this podcast where a seasoned craftsman shares expert communication skills, strategies for overcoming stress and overwhelm, and insights on building a profitable business in landscaping and hardscaping, with tips on how to sell, close more deals, and achieve financial freedom to retire early as a successful business owner in the design
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Aug 20, 2025 • 4min

How Outdoor Living Professionals Can Find Daily Strength By Shifting The Meaning Behind Challenges

Schedule a Meeting with Joshua TODAY!Do small frustrations in your daily routine steal your peace before the day even begins? We all face annoyances—traffic, interruptions, or even spider webs on a morning walk—that can trigger frustration and set a negative tone. But what if you could reframe these moments and turn them into sources of strength, gratitude, and clarity instead? In this episode, you’ll discover:How reframing simple irritations can transform your mindset and energy.Why connecting with nature and yourself first thing in the morning creates lasting peace.A practical way to replace negativity with purpose so your day starts with strength. Press play now to learn how to rewire daily frustrations into blessings that fuel your growth and peace.Connect with Joshua at:The WebsiteThe Facebook GroupSales Master ClassesHow to work with Joshua - https://yes.express/apply/Tune into this podcast where a seasoned craftsman shares expert communication skills, strategies for overcoming stress and overwhelm, and insights on building a profitable business in landscaping and hardscaping, with tips on how to sell, close more deals, and achieve financial freedom to retire early as a successful business owner in the design
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Aug 18, 2025 • 11min

How Outdoor Living Pros Can Build a Team That Sells Without Destroying Client Experience

Struggling to juggle sales and ownership? Discover the key traits to look for in salespeople and how to create a structured sales process. Learn why trying to do everything yourself is holding you back from growth. Find out how to train a new salesperson without sacrificing your standards or client experience. Gain insights into the hidden dangers of commission-only hiring, and embrace the mindset shifts necessary for sustainable success. Say goodbye to burnout and hello to freedom in your landscaping business!
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Aug 13, 2025 • 24min

Why Big Revenue Goals Without Daily Wins Will Burn Out Hardscapers and Landscapers

In this engaging discussion, Joshua Gillow highlights the importance of shifting focus from perfectionism to embracing small, daily wins. He introduces the principle of Constant and Never-Ending Improvement, emphasizing that tiny progress matters more than giant leaps. With insights on the Japanese concept of Kaizen and his own two-millimeter rule, listeners learn how self-growth can be more impactful than external competition. Discover how feedback and mini habits can serve as a foundation for a thriving business and a fulfilled life.

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