by Skid Steer Nation
Join the Skid Steer Nation podcast to discover how excavation and land service business owners are finding innovative solutions to grow their businesses. Our in-depth interviews provide valuable tips on everything from customer acquisition, sales and marketing, to employee recruitment and management, all while being entertained by our dynamic host. Don't miss out on this exciting opportunity to take your business to the next level!
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April 16, 2025
<p>What if the key to launching your dream business was buried inside your day job benefits?</p><p>In this insightful episode of the Skid Steer Nation Podcast, Ryan Deemer sits down with Leighton Howe of SiteCo Excavation to uncover how he leveraged two full 12-week paternity leaves to secretly build the foundation of a now-thriving excavation business. No fancy launch, no full-time commitment at first—just grit, a used Cat 304, and an “if it works, it works” attitude.</p><p>Packed with real-world advice and honest reflections, this episode gives you a behind-the-scenes look at how Leighton grew his company from a side hustle to a full-blown operation with employees, equipment, and momentum—all without burning bridges or overspending.<strong></strong></p><p><strong>Key Insights:</strong>✅ <strong>Built on Paternity Leave:</strong> Learn how Leighton maximized time off from Cummins to build SiteCo Excavation while still receiving a paycheck.</p><p>✅ <strong>Systems Before Scaling: </strong>Discover the importance of documenting simple daily routines before trying to grow your crew or take on more jobs.</p><p>✅ <strong>The Power of Saying No:</strong> Hear how learning to set boundaries helped Leighton protect his time and sanity as demand grew.</p><p>✅ <strong>Family-Driven and Cash-Funded:</strong> From his brother running backend ops to his retired dad getting a CDL to drive trucks, SiteCo is powered by trust and teamwork—not debt.</p><p><strong>Why This Episode Matters:</strong>If you’re working a day job but dreaming about launching something of your own, this episode is proof that it’s possible—and smart—to start small and steady. Leighton’s story is for every operator, contractor, or land management pro who’s juggling kids, jobs, and a bigger vision.</p><p>🔗 <strong>Connect with Success:</strong></p><p>👉 Visit SiteCo Excavation’s Facebook Page: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100029017224834 " target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100029017224834 </a></p><p>👉 Skid Steer Nation: Your go-to destination for American-made skid steer attachments: <a href="https://skidsteernation.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">https://skidsteernation.com/</a> </p><p>👉 Throttled Up Marketing: Struggling to get your excavation or land service business noticed? With industry-specific expertise, we help businesses like yours build a professional web presence, automate marketing, and generate quality leads. Learn more at <a href="https://www.getthrottledup.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">https://www.getthrottledup.com/</a></p><p>🎧 Join us next week as we bring you more insights from professionals shaping the excavation industry!</p>
April 9, 2025
<p>What happens when someone believes in your potential more than you do?</p><p>In this latest episode of the Skid Steer Nation Podcast, Ryan Deemer sits down with Drew Gardner of Tennessee Valley Land Works. While many contractors start small and grow, Drew’s story stands out because of one critical relationship—a general contractor who saw his worth, offered him a shot, and unknowingly changed the course of his life and business.</p><p>This conversation goes far beyond dirt work. It’s about mentorship, humility, and learning how to stand your ground in the tough world of commercial excavation.</p><p><strong>Key Insights:</strong></p><p>✅ <strong>The Job That Changed It All:</strong> How a small commercial parking lot job opened doors to bigger contracts and licensing opportunities.</p><p>✅ <strong>Lessons from a Mentor:</strong> The advice that stuck with Drew—and how it still shapes the way he runs his business today.</p><p>✅ <strong>Standing Your Ground:</strong> Why giving in too much on commercial jobs can cost you, and how Drew’s learning to protect his business.</p><p>✅ <strong>Marketing Without Even Trying:</strong> Why Drew’s Facebook presence plays a bigger role in his business than he thought.</p><p><strong>Why This Episode Matters:</strong> If you’ve ever questioned your next move—or needed someone to believe in you when you weren’t quite ready—this episode is a must-listen. Drew’s story is raw, honest, and full of lessons for contractors navigating both growth and setbacks.</p><p><strong>🔗 Connect with Success:</strong> </p><p>👉 Visit Tennessee Valley Land Works on Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/tennesseevalleylandworks"><u>https://www.facebook.com/tennesseevalleylandworks</u></a> </p><p>👉 Skid Steer Nation: Your go-to destination for American-made skid steer attachments: <a href="https://skidsteernation.com/"><u>https://skidsteernation.com/</u></a> </p><p>👉 Throttled Up Marketing: Struggling to get your excavation or land service business noticed? Learn how to dominate your market at <a href="https://www.getthrottledup.com/"><u>https://www.getthrottledup.com/</u></a></p><p>Join us next week for more stories from the boots-on-the-ground professionals shaping the excavation industry.</p>
March 26, 2025
<p>How does clearing fence lines turn into a full-time firewood operation?</p><p>In this insightful episode of the Skid Steer Nation Podcast, Ryan Deemer sits down with Phil Anderson, a former welder who unexpectedly built a thriving firewood business—all starting from cutting wood off farmers’ fence lines. What started as a side hustle quickly became a full-time operation, requiring large-scale processing, working with loggers, and even developing custom firewood kilns to expand his reach.</p><p>Whether you're in excavation, land clearing, or looking for ways to make the most of your resources, this episode is packed with practical business growth strategies and efficiency hacks you won’t want to miss.</p><p><strong>Key Insights:</strong>✅ <strong>Turning a Weekend Job into a Full-Time Business:</strong> How Phil’s casual fence-line clearing turned into a high-volume firewood operation. </p><p>✅ <strong>The Hidden Challenges of Firewood Production:</strong> From sourcing wood to managing loggers and finding the right equipment. </p><p>✅ <strong>Efficiency in Firewood Processing:</strong> Why Phil doesn’t just buy bigger machines but focuses on smarter processes to save time and money. </p><p>✅ <strong>Why He Built His Own Firewood Kilns:</strong> The real reason behind heat-treating firewood and how it’s helping small operators grow.</p><p><strong>Why This Episode Matters:</strong>This episode is perfect for excavation pros, land clearing specialists, and small business owners looking to scale without overextending themselves on equipment costs. Whether you're searching for an off-season revenue stream or a way to increase efficiency and margins, Phil’s insights will challenge the way you look at business growth.</p><p>🔗 <strong>Connect with Success:</strong></p><p>👉 <strong>Follow Phil’s Firewood and Land Management on Facebook:</strong> <a href="https://www.facebook.com/firewoodandlandmanagement">https://www.facebook.com/firewoodandlandmanagement</a> </p><p>👉 <strong>Explore Skid Steer Nation for the best American-made skid steer attachments:</strong><a href="https://skidsteernation.com/"> <u>https://skidsteernation.com/</u></a></p><p>👉 <strong>Get your excavation or land service business noticed with Throttled Up Marketing:</strong><a href="https://www.getthrottledup.com/"> <u>https://www.getthrottledup.com/</u></a></p><p>🎧 Join us next week as we bring you more insights from professionals shaping the excavation industry!</p>
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