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Ep 76. Vacations, Taxes, and Flounder Gigging: A Green Industry Escape

⏱️ 54:39 🎀 Jordan Upcavage, Jason Lee
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Ep 76. Vacations, Taxes, and Flounder Gigging: A Green Industry Escape
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  • 0:00
    Vacation Recording
    Jason and Jordan discuss recording remotely while on vacation, with Jordan flounder gigging and Jason in the Dominican Republic.
  • 0:29
    Flounder Gigging Success
    Jordan shares his successful flounder gigging adventure in the Florida panhandle, catching 24 blue crabs and eight flounder.
  • 1:03
    Dominican Republic Observations
    Jason details his family's all-inclusive vacation in Punta Cana, Dominican Republic, and his observations of the resort's landscape maintenance practices.
  • 3:05
    Spring Business Update
    Jason provides an update on Sky Frog Landscape's spring season, noting increased leads and website clicks after re-engaging with paid Google ads.
  • 24:06
    Personal Tangible Property Tax
    Jason explains his recent, unexpected encounter with personal tangible property tax, a statewide issue he's fighting with Electrolux County.
  • 37:08
    Land Clearing Burn Permit
    Jordan discusses a challenge with obtaining a burn permit for a seven-acre land clearing job due to proximity to residences.
  • 48:21
    Tree Florida Presentation Recap
    Jordan and Jason reflect on Jordan's presentation at Tree Florida about the West River Development project, focusing on tree preservation and urban development challenges.
  • 55:49
    Upcoming Landscape Competition
    Jason teases a new, exciting landscape competition being developed for the Florida green industry, aiming to foster camaraderie and skill showcase.

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Jordan Upcavage
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Jason Lee
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Key Takeaways

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Prioritize robust internal systems and trusted teams to maintain business operations smoothly even during owner's absence.

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Actively engage with local industry events and chapters to network and stay informed about emerging challenges like tax regulations.

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Proactively research and understand all local and state taxes applicable to your business, especially less common ones like tangible personal property tax, to avoid unexpected financial burdens.

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When undertaking projects that require permits (e.g., burn permits), meticulously verify all site requirements and engage with regulatory bodies early to address potential issues.

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Cultivate strong relationships with consultants and contractors, clearly defining roles and responsibilities to avoid conflicts of interest and ensure project success.

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Explore strategic digital marketing partnerships to boost online visibility, website traffic, and lead generation, as seen with increased clicks and leads.

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For large-scale projects, anticipate potential conflicts or damages from other contractors and implement clear communication and protection measures for preserved assets.

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