Lighting for Profits Episodes

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Andy Thomas - Lighting the Way

Andy Thomas - Lighting the Way

This week on the show we welcome, Andy Thomas with nearly two decades of expertise, this seasoned lighting designer and business owner has been shaping the industry since 2005. As a former President o... ...more

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November 18, 202471 min read

Jonathan and Melissa Kujawski - From Side Hustle to Shining Success

Jonathan and Melissa Kujawski - From Side Hustle to Shining Success

This week on the show we welcome, Jonathan and Melissa, a husband-and-wife team, who founded Lit Outdoor Lighting as a part-time business over three years ago in Indiana. In April 2022, they relocated... ...more

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November 11, 202460 min read

Daniel Dixon - From Air Force to CEO

Daniel Dixon - From Air Force to CEO

This week on the show we welcome, Daniel Dixon, CEO of ServiceMoxie since May 2019. He is a former U.S. Air Force officer and ex-corporate business consultant who has founded, acquired, and sold sever... ...more

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November 04, 202468 min read

Meaghan Likes - Financial Fear No More!

Meaghan Likes - Financial Fear No More!

This week on the show we welcome Meaghan Likes, a CPA with over 16 years of experience, who empowers small businesses to understand their finances without fear. Known for her innovative approach, she ... ...more

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October 28, 202465 min read

Lindsey & Ryan Lee - Ryan’s Evolution to 2.0!

Lindsey & Ryan Lee - Ryan’s Evolution to 2.0!

This week, Join us as we explore Ryan’s transformation into his 2.0 version, reshaping his coaching business and lifestyle. Discover how this journey has impacted his business operations, family balan... ...more

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October 21, 202448 min read

Andy Schwindler - From Passion to Profession

Andy Schwindler - From Passion to Profession

This week, Andy Schwindler, co-owner of Sandy Beach Outdoor Lighting and Design, alongside his wife, Michelle. Driven by a passion for creating beautiful outdoor spaces, they aim to enhance their comm... ...more

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October 14, 202460 min read

Eric Sprague - 25 Years of Home Service Mastery!

Eric Sprague - 25 Years of Home Service Mastery!

This week, we welcome Eric Sprague who has over 25 years of experience in the home services industry, including roles as VP of Operations at a global company and owner of a successful cleaning and res... ...more

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October 07, 202465 min read

Jimmy Tompkins - Bright Ideas and Holiday Magic!

Jimmy Tompkins - Bright Ideas and Holiday Magic!

This week on the show we welcome Jimmy Tompkins, with 17 years of experience in the Holiday Lighting industry, Jimmy began his journey as a landscape contractor and launched a holiday lighting divisio... ...more

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September 30, 202461 min read

Secrets Summit 2024 - Key Takeaways from Secrets Summit 2024

Secrets Summit 2024 - Key Takeaways from Secrets Summit 2024

This week, Landscape Lighting Secrets members Paul Gardner, Scott Ruhoff, and Colton Tompkins come together to discuss their major takeaways from the Secrets Summit 2024. Tune in as they delve into th... ...more

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September 23, 202464 min read

Dave Carroll - Building DOPE Marketing Success

Dave Carroll - Building DOPE Marketing Success

This week on the show we welcome Dave Carroll, the founder of DOPE Marketing in Minneapolis, Minnesota. After successfully exiting his home service business, he launched DOPE to help companies grow us... ...more

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September 16, 202463 min read

Elwood Bakken - How One Man’s Light Shines Globally

Elwood Bakken - How One Man’s Light Shines Globally

This week, we’re excited to feature Elwood Bakken, a lighting specialist with 14 years of experience at Action Lighting. Founded in 1987, Action Lighting has evolved from its innovative origins to bec... ...more

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September 02, 202452 min read

Dan Platta - Guide to Mixing Work and Play

Dan Platta - Guide to Mixing Work and Play

This week on the show we welcome Dan Platta, a fun-loving, beer-drinking business enthusiast with a passion for balancing the serious world of business with a laid-back, enjoyable lifestyle. This busi... ...more

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August 26, 202472 min read

Shawn Day - Revolutionizing Recruiting and Community Impact

Shawn Day - Revolutionizing Recruiting and Community Impact

This week on the show we welcome Shawn Day, with over 35 years in entrepreneurship, he now runs Hire Lead Chill LLC, providing specialized recruiting services to home service businesses across North A... ...more

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August 19, 202459 min read

Tim Ryan - 25 Years of Lighting Mastery and Future Vision

Tim Ryan - 25 Years of Lighting Mastery and Future Vision

This week on the show we welcome Tim Ryan who has over 25 years of experience in landscape lighting, combining his expertise in landscape architecture and construction. Tim is also a professional phot... ...more

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August 12, 202477 min read

Jonathan Maynard - From IT to Seven-Figure Success

Jonathan Maynard - From IT to Seven-Figure Success

Jonathan is an entrepreneur who transitioned from IT to building and scaling three successful home service companies, generating multiple seven-figure annual sales. With over 20 years of leadership ex... ...more

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August 05, 202469 min read