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Jun 23
1h 28m

The Path from $2.5m to $60m in a Tree Bu...

Will Smith
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Brian Hartman 3x'd revenue in 2 years at the tree business he bought, then partnered with an investor to grow even more.

Topics in Brian’s interview:

  • Picking up the phone is crucial
  • Growing so fast the wheels nearly came off
  • Hiring top-tier managers and ops staff early
  • Managing cash flow and receivables through growth
  • Expanding via acquisition, starting in Dallas
  • Ensuring safety for employees
  • Partnering with another Acquiring Minds guest
  • Aiming for $55–70M in revenue by 2030
  • Buying a business with baby #3 on the way
  • How landscaping is different from tree service


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Edited by Anton Rohozov
Produced by Pam Cameron

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