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Ep 116. Work Mullets, Dashcams, and Keeping Your Schedule Sane

⏱️ 1:04:37 🎀 Jason Lee, Jordan Upcavage
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Ep 116. Work Mullets, Dashcams, and Keeping Your Schedule Sane
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  • 0:00
    Welcome and Introductions
    Jason and Jordan introduce the podcast and themselves, setting a lighthearted tone for the episode.
  • 1:49
    Dashcam Dispute Story
    Jordan shares a detailed and entertaining account of how dashcam footage resolved a baseless one-star Google review regarding a large truck blocking traffic.
  • 13:40
    Work Mullets & Travel Plans
    Jordan discusses the concept of a 'work mullet' (business attire on top, casual on bottom) and his upcoming family trip to New York City for spring break.
  • 23:43
    Post-Sale Process: Scheduling
    Jason and Jordan dive into their methods for scheduling jobs after a proposal is accepted, highlighting internal communication and client confirmation strategies.
  • 34:03
    SingleOps Integration & Challenges
    They discuss the use of SingleOps for scheduling, its current limitations in tracking client acceptance of dates, and desired features.
  • 39:28
    Process for Invoicing & Follow-up
    The hosts detail their invoicing practices, including recurring billing for maintenance, collection strategies, and post-job client follow-ups.
  • 50:28
    Current Projects & Developments
    Jason shares an interesting project at a State Park involving turf block installation, while Jordan talks about lightning protection, teaching an ISA class, and delegating plant health care.

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Jason Lee
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Jordan Upcavage
Host

Key Takeaways

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Utilize dashcam footage not only for accident disputes but also to refute baseless negative reviews, demonstrating professionalism and objective truth.

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Implement a robust internal system for tracking client acceptance of scheduled work dates to avoid wasted trips and client dissatisfaction.

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Batch schedule jobs geographically close to each other to improve crew efficiency and provide better support for potential issues or short-staffing.

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Prioritize larger, more complex jobs earlier in the day to minimize financial loss if unexpected delays or equipment issues arise later.

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For maintenance contracts, try to bill at the beginning of the service month to improve cash flow and initiate the collection process sooner.

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Encourage crew leaders to conduct on-site walk-throughs and solicit Google reviews immediately after job completion for a higher success rate.

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Maintain consistent client communication throughout the scheduling and production process, providing tentative timelines and updates to manage expectations.

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