If you’ve ever told your crew to do something and they still didn’t do it—or do it right—this episode is for you.

Stop blaming your team and start fixing what’s actually broken: your process. In this episode, Scott Molchan breaks down the biggest blind spot in the green industry and shares a simple five-part framework that will help you figure out why things aren’t getting done the way you want. This is the secret to getting your team to perform without you having to babysit them.

You’ll learn the only five reasons a task gets missed, from unclear instructions (what does “clean up the job site” really mean?) to hidden obstacles that are slowing your crew down. Scott shares real-world examples of how to fix each one, whether it’s through better training, clearer deadlines, or smarter incentives. This is how you build a business where your people can win.

Welcome to The Million Dollar Landscaper Podcast w/ Scott Molchan, a landscaper-turned-coach helping business owners stop spinning their wheels, build smart systems, and finally run a profitable company without burning out.

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Are your I-9 forms compliant, or are you at risk for massive fines? Immigration attorney Nataly Mualem joins the show to discuss the sharp increase in I-9 audits and ICE enforcement targeting landscaping businesses.

With labor shortages and shifting government policies, it’s easy to get caught off guard by simple paperwork mistakes that can lead to six-figure fines. Nataly breaks down exactly what an I-9 form is, why every single employee (even U.S. citizens) needs one, and the most common errors that put businesses at risk.

This episode is a must-listen for any landscaping owner who wants to protect their company. You’ll learn the step-by-step process for conducting a self-audit, how to properly correct mistakes you find, and why classifying workers as “independent contractors” isn’t the simple fix you might think it is.

Find Nataly Mualem:

1. Website: https://www.mualemfirm.com/

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As a landscaping business owner, are you focused on the right kind of growth? Scott welcomes Ezra McCarthy of Green Frog Web Design to discuss why chasing more revenue and bigger jobs can actually keep your business stuck.

It’s easy to get caught in the day-to-day grind of running your company, but if you’re not growing personally, your business will eventually hit a ceiling. Scott and Ezra break down John Maxwell’s “Law of the Lid”—the idea that your company’s potential is limited by your own development. They share personal stories about shifting from a small-time operator mindset to thinking like a CEO.

This episode is for you if you feel like you’re working harder than ever but not getting ahead. You’ll learn how to identify the real constraints holding your business back, why your personal growth directly impacts your bottom line, and practical ways to start learning from others—even when you’re on a tight budget.

Find Ezra McCarthy:

1. Podcast: The Lawn Care Blueprint

2. Website: GreenFrogWebDesign.com or ILoveMyFrog.com

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