In this late-night episode of the Green Side Up Podcast, Jason sits down in Orlando with Mike Garvey of the Side Hustle Squad Podcast for a wide-ranging conversation on side hustles, lawn care growth, and the future of robotic mowing. Mike shares how he balanced an 18-year career as a New Jersey State Trooper while building Coastal Fertilization & Weed Control from 10 to over 800 customers, why he chose fert and weed control over mowing, and how add-on mosquito and tick services fit into a lean, profitable model. Jason and Mike swap stories on stacking side hustles—from Trash Panda Express dumpsters to becoming a Kress dealer—and break down real-world marketing tactics, including full-court-press branding, reviews, chamber networking, and trade show presence. They dive deep into the business case for robotic mowers on sports fields, HOAs, and campuses, talking labor efficiency, noise complaints, and how early adopters will lock in future contracts. The episode wraps with a look at Pod Row, Pod House, and how industry events, rodeos, and collaborative content can move the green industry forward.

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