

Sales made Simple for Outdoor Living Pros, Landscapers and Hardscapers (formerly Outerspaces)
Joshua Gillow
This podcast is dedicated to helping overwhelmed outdoor living professionals, landscapers and Hardscapers just like you increase your closing rate to over 75% without doubling your workload so you can build a seven-figure business that doesn't need you.
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Jun 9, 2025 • 10min
Want a Million-Dollar Outdoor Living Business? Stop Thinking Like a $100K Landscaper
Schedule a Meeting with Joshua TODAY!Are you unknowingly running your business with a $100K mindset—while dreaming of million-dollar growth?In this episode, Joshua Gillow breaks down the often-overlooked truth behind business stagnation: your mindset, systems, and leadership skills are either the biggest drivers—or the biggest barriers—to scaling your company in the landscaping and outdoor living industry.You will:Discover how swapping owners between small and large companies reveals the real impact of mindset on business success.Learn the key differences between a fixed and growth mindset—and why it’s the foundation for sustainable scaling.Find out the simple but powerful "2mm" daily habit that helps you consistently become the leader your business needs.Press play now to uncover the mindset and strategies you need to break past your current ceiling and lead your business with million-dollar confidence.Connect with Joshua at:The WebsiteThe Facebook GroupSales Master ClassesHow to work with Joshua - www.yes.express/applyTune 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

Jun 4, 2025 • 10min
Are You Designing for Ego or the Client? Why Overdesigning Might Be Costing Your Outdoor Living Business Big
Schedule a Meeting with Joshua TODAY!Are your leads drying up, and clients ghosting you after receiving your beautifully designed proposals? In today’s unpredictable economy, outdoor living professionals are facing tighter budgets and pickier clients—yet many still lead with overwhelming, overbuilt designs that scare buyers off. This episode breaks down how listening, not pitching, is the key to closing more jobs.You will: – Learn the difference between hearing and truly listening to clients – Discover how to give clients what they ask for—without stifling creativity Hit play to find out how simplifying your process could lead to more signed contracts and happier clients.Connect with Joshua at:The WebsiteThe Facebook GroupSales Master ClassesHow to work with Joshua - www.yes.express/applyTune 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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Jun 2, 2025 • 26min
What Landscapers Get Wrong About Sales and How Emotional Awareness Changes Everything
Explore the surprising role of emotional wiring in sales success within the landscaping industry. Discover how past experiences shape current behaviors during client interactions. Learn about transforming subconscious limitations into growth-focused mindsets. Gain insights into emotional awareness that can enhance communication, boost confidence, and strengthen relationships. Uncover practical strategies to break free from reactive habits, empowering you to lead your business with purpose and achieve financial freedom.

May 28, 2025 • 15min
Chasing Dollars Is the Fastest Way to Burn Out as a Hardscaper
Schedule a Meeting with Joshua TODAY!Do you feel like you're working harder than ever in your landscaping or hardscaping business—yet feeling emptier every day?In this soul-stirring episode, Joshua Gillow shares the story of how a childhood spent working for free in his family's garden center taught him a priceless lesson: money always follows value. If you're grinding through projects just to cover bills or racing toward revenue goals without real purpose, this episode is your call to stop and re-center on what truly matters—service, relationships, and impact.You will:Learn why operating from a value-first mindset can make your business more profitable and more fulfillingDiscover how to reconnect with the passion that first pulled you into outdoor living workUnderstand the difference between transactional selling and transformational service—and how that shift creates loyal clients who pay premium pricesIf you're ready to lead your business from a place of purpose instead of pressure, listen now and discover how putting value first unlocks everything you've been chasing.Connect with Joshua at:The WebsiteThe Facebook GroupSales Master ClassesHow to work with Joshua - www.yes.express/applyTune 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

May 26, 2025 • 15min
How Learning the Right Sales Tools Took My Landscaping Pitches From Ignored to Irresistible
Schedule a Meeting with Joshua TODAY!Are you using a hammer when your sales strategy really needs a crowbar?In this episode, Joshua Gillow unpacks one of the most overlooked problems plaguing contractors and business owners—using the wrong communication tools for the job. Whether you're still stuck in "just show up and talk" mode or relying on outdated methods, this episode will help you reframe how you approach client conversations to win more business with less stress.You will:Learn how to identify and implement the right “sales tools” for every type of clientDiscover the mindset shift that took Joshua from small cleanup jobs to high-ticket landscape projectsUnderstand why refining your communication strategy is more profitable than buying another piece of equipmentIf you're ready to stop wasting time with the wrong clients and start closing deals with confidence, listen to this episode now—your next level starts with smarter communication.Connect with Joshua at:The WebsiteThe Facebook GroupSales Master ClassesHow to work with Joshua - www.yes.express/applyTune 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

May 21, 2025 • 16min
The Outdoor Living Sales Breakthrough That Starts With Listening (Not Talking)
Schedule a Meeting with Joshua TODAY!Are you hearing your clients during sales calls—or actually listening? That subtle difference could be costing you thousands in lost projects.In this episode, host Joshua Gillow shares a powerful lesson he learned from a 15-year-old Scout that applies directly to how landscapers, hardscapers, and outdoor living pros communicate. If you’ve ever walked out of a sales meeting thinking it went great—only to get ghosted—this is for you.You will:Learn the difference between hearing and deep listening—and why it matters for sales.Discover how body language and tone reveal more than words ever will.Get the mindset shift and step-by-step approach to listen with impact and convert more leads.Tap play now and learn how mastering the art of listening can instantly boost your close rate and help you connect better with every client you meet.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.

May 19, 2025 • 14min
Your Client Is Not a Checkbook and Why That Mindset Is Sabotaging Your Outdoor Living Business
Schedule a Meeting with Joshua TODAY!Are you treating your clients like transactions instead of real human beings—and wondering why referrals are drying up?In this episode, Joshua Gillow challenges the outdated "business-to-consumer" (B2C) model that most landscape and outdoor living businesses operate under. He introduces a transformative "human-to-human" (H2H) approach that focuses on connection, empathy, and delivering emotional value—something your competitors aren’t even thinking about.You will:Discover how the H2H mindset can unlock effortless referrals and repeat business.Learn why most contractors never get “raving fans” and how to create them.Hear the exact mindset shift that creates deeper customer relationships—and more profitability—without spending a dime on extra marketing.Press play now to learn how humanizing your business can help you stand out, charge more, and create clients who sell for you.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.

May 14, 2025 • 27min
Why Trying To Sell Every Client the Same Way Is Sabotaging Your Closing Rate
Schedule a Meeting with Joshua TODAY!Are you struggling to close outdoor living projects—even when your designs and pricing seem spot on? In today’s market, uncertainty rules—and it’s changing how your clients make decisions. With economic, political, and financial anxiety at an all-time high, understanding the mindset behind your leads has never been more important. If your sales process doesn’t account for this shift, you’re likely missing out on your best opportunities.You will:Learn why asking one key question about a client’s timeline can transform your entire sales conversation.Discover how to qualify leads faster by aligning your process with client values, not just budgets.Find out how to boost your close rate by 20–30% by selling with empathy and precision, not pressure. Listen now to discover how to close more outdoor living projects by mastering the mindset of today’s uncertain buyer.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.

May 12, 2025 • 27min
Why Growing Revenue Alone Is a Trap—Focus on Profitability Instead w/ Financial Expert Greg Crabtree
Schedule a Meeting with Joshua TODAY!Worried about how your outdoor living business will survive in a flat economy with rising wages and uncertain market conditions? In this episode, Joshua Gillow and financial expert Greg Crabtree break down what business owners need to know to stay profitable, stable, and strategic in 2025’s challenging landscape. If you're depending on revenue growth alone, you might be missing the bigger picture.You will:Discover why two months of cash reserves can be the difference between survival and shutdown.Learn how to adjust your labor strategy—without overextending on payroll.Understand how to capture more market share and build financial resilience through smart capital management. Tune in now to hear how contractors like you can thrive—not just survive—in a tightening economy.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.

May 7, 2025 • 10min
RE-AIR: The Big Mistake Outdoor Living Pros Make That Erodes Trust & Costs Them Money
Schedule a Meeting with Joshua TODAY! Are you making a crucial mistake right after your discovery meetings that could be costing you money? Many outdoor living professionals take measurements immediately after their initial client meeting, thinking it saves time. But what if this common habit is actually leading to costly errors and lost profits? In this episode, we break down why you should stop taking measurements right after discovery meetings—and the smarter approach that ensures accuracy, efficiency, and higher profitability.You will:Discover how switching between creative and analytical thinking too quickly can lead to costly mistakes.Learn a simple but powerful strategy to ensure precise measurements without feeling rushed.Find out how better measurements build trust with clients and lead to more profitable projects. Tune in now to learn how to streamline your sales and design process for better accuracy, higher profits, and happier clients!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.


