I’ve been watching you since the beginning my friend. You Came a long way from nothing. You deserve every ounce of joy and happiness that you finally have. The looking back keeps us from getting comfortable, keeps us pushing forward. You inspired me to start my business and I’m so happy I did. We are free & I have the time to spend with my family, that’s all I ever wanted in my life. Thank you for your inspiration much love my friend 💯
Hopefully you can afford young decent help before long, the extra responsibility helps sometimes, im just getting into the realm of ocassional help... best advice i was given thus far on employees, take someone elses employees because most the people really wanting to work are doing it, help people down on their luck more latee whwn you can afford it, home depot, lowes, fast food, just talk to people and look for the sparkle in peoples eye when you talk to people about whatever field your in. It takes few words to inspire younger people sometimes and if they know that their potential earnings is directly tied to how they perform and their productivity. And that it wont be instant but if they hang in there and do good that more money flow will come then they will feel more incentivised! Teach them to be the employee that they would hire, if they can wrap their head around it then it could be most helpful in the longterm, try to be good about complimenting, it doesnt take much to make people feel cared about!
@user-pf7wy5qs8k yes just get started. The biggest hurdle is just pulling the trigger. Make sure you work for someone else to lern then take it from there. The harder you work the luckier you will be just works that way
@Adam H I'm in the construction buisness so I really wouldn't know 100% but what I do know 100% is that youtube does not pay enough! Especially with his amount of subscribers and he doesn't even run adds on his videos which you accused him of doing. Literally not one add on a video...
no actual business advice or info on how to open your business, but probably the best motivational speech home depot has ever been graced with. Amazing!
What that old man told you was golden. I believe the internet overloads us with so much unnecessary information that we forget the BASICS…starting is simple we just make it harder than what it is
BRAVOOOO!!! I'm European here in America and I started my landscape business with tools from Home Depot ,after one year I purchase Echo tools and Stihl, and after 8 years my first F550 dump truck
European in Canada..first year I had a rake,shovel cheap pruners and leafbags. 2 years after a pretty decent truck,landscape trailer and all the stihl powertools and attachments along with other stuff..I did have experience tho and $40/h from the time I started. Never lowballed anything..Keep going 💪
I was a supervisor for a large lawn care and landscaping company as well and I felt the same way. So here I am starting out on my own and watching these great inspirational videos. Thanks Keith Kalgan!
I'm 27, worked at a few landscaping companies till finally I said screw it, I'm starting my own company. This is my first year. I will get to the mountain top.
I'm unemployed for 2 years. Dad of 2. I can't survive anymore. Been doing painting, vending etc. And just today. A freind asked me to to his landscaping. I don't know anything about it. But after reading the comments. I CAN DO THIS. Thanx guys. I'm gona start..
I went from being hospitalized from a combat related injury back in 2010 to my business last year hitting almost 250 grand and projected 50 grand more this year. Spent so many days years ago sweating in 100 degrees building retaining walls and landscape beds. I did it the same way as you and when I thought about giving up years ago I turned to your videos and it gave me so much motivation to keep going and pushing. That was years and years ago when you first started and geek to freak was a thing too. Seeing where you and your wife are now makes me happy and having our bills paid and continuing to expand has been a blessing.
I started my own landscaping business last year Under The Sun Landscaping i started from Nothing just with push mower and a weed eater now i have trailer equipment t shirts bussiness cards whole nine yards i have came a long ways keep succeeding
A year ago I came across this video during lockdown in Hamilton, New Zealand. During that four weeks lockdown, I studied most of your videos and took notes on how to succeed in this Landscaping business. Fifita Landscaping had been in business for the last seven months, all thanks to your Sir. Keep up the good work, and keep inspiring is with your knowledge and experience.
I dont know if you intended to but this actually made me cry because i can relate to you almost 100 percent. Thank you for the insipration to aim higher. Hats off to you
I started mowing grass with my wife's hyundai elantra 😂😂👏🏾👏🏾 She was so pissed. Mower in trunk and sticks out the window. It felt embarrassing at first. Then I though, I am building a future for me and my family, I began to feel proud of creating my own business. Thank for sharing 🙏🏾 great video.
You’re unequivocally the reason I got off the snide and started a business last August. I watched a bazillion of your videos and watched your how to start a landscape business a dozen times. And I did it. And it’s been incredible. And I thank you.
I'm planning to go to school this summer for construction management then start my own concrete and window installer company its a 2 year program I love your videos Keith there motivating 💯
@@DCLCRayP exactly, you get paid to learn that way, instead of paying to learn while barely being able to make any money, and experience is better than any school certificate. only thing school is good for is doctors and lawyers, since you legally cant become those without schooling, hands on learning is always the best
Watched your videos way back when, did it for a spring/summer in 2018 meet alot of great folks helping them tidy their yards. Had to go back to trucking for a few years to pay off my debts, now they are all paid off and now I'm gonna go fire it up again. You've been a big inspiration to me a big thank you from up here in Canada!
Worked for another company. Constantly the all around best and hardest worker there..got me nowhere. I said screw it and started doing small jobs on my own..In a matter of months I had enough client base to quit my job and focus on my stuff. I had/have all the experience you need but only a regular car,leafbags rake and shovel. Around 2 years after I got a good truck,landscape trailer,all powertools you'll ever need for gardening with all their attachments and also some good walkbehing mowers. No luck,no handouts,almost no debt at all either..Just hard and proper work and planning. This year is looking great already! Best of luck to everybody and please don't lowball..not a good idea in 2021 lol
I've been watching you for a long time Keith. You motivated me to finally turn my side job for years into a full time tree service. I could not be happier and I owe it to you man. Owning and running a small service business is hard but I wouldn't change it for the world. Thank you brother.
Totally appreciate the 100% legit (raw/motivational) content you put out. It’s time for everyone to pickup their shovel and get to work. Hopefully you don’t get banned from Home Depot for these videos [employees just start walking off the job after overhearing you].
Kieth my brother. It amazes me how much alike we are. You are literally telling my story. And I'm right behind you my man! I'm not crying, your crying.....for real Keith. Keep up the good work. Never stop being you and bringing the light we all need. Much love brother.
This video, this one video changed my life. Keith, the genuine relate and the feeling I felt watching this was astounding, I watched this video a year and some change ago and it motivated me to start at 23. I’m visiting some family back home and ran into some old friends, we’ve all gone different ways some to school, some still working the dead end jobs they asked how I did it? Where did I start? I had to take a step back and remember for a minute, I started knocking on doors after work and on weekends till my phone started ringing, downside is it doesn’t stop! I answered after some thought and pulled this video up at dinner “this is how”. I can’t thank you enough for sharing, I’ve been so caught up in running around that I haven’t been able to pause and reflect, times flying by, watching this again recently is motivating me to start a channel hopefully I can impact someone’s life as much as you did mine, I am so thankful man, genuinely 🍻 -Mat
Way to go Keith! I used my tax return to open my brokerage firm,soon as i also left a bad relationship. It’s insane how life changing these moments are when you know your worth. consistent is key, being humble goes with good business attitude and more customers
I hate seeing young men and women slaving to death. People think slavery ended a long time ago, it didn’t, just changed from beatings with whips to beating down people mentally. To see you tear up hit me deep bud, I feel like I’ve known u a long time and so glad your doing well now!
Hey Keith been watching for about 2 years. I am 21 and a full time college student. You helped me with your informational videos and positive mindset to go out there and start doing it. I started my business a year ago right as the pandemic started was right around the time I started reaching out to people. I am still small and trying to grow but I love the grind of seeing my work pay off. Thanks Keith!
Man this video hit me. Ive been working at a job that seems to be going no where now. They let go of most employees and wont be giving any raises for a long time. I just quit and decided to take my lawn care full time. I know if I just work hard I could make more than I would ever make there.
Wow. I am so happy I stumbled across your video. You got me tearing up with you because the dead end feelings are the same for me in my job. Can't wait to watch the next video.
Right now I'm 32 and I'm using a motor bike I built and a trailer my wife bought me and I customized, and ive been knocking on doors and making money..it all started with basic tools untill I had money to invest in more expensive tools and its just grows like a tree..im spreading my wings with my head held high making it happen ..and I started from the bottom amd I'm starting to move up in the world ..great video it's 👍
You the man Keith! Been a ghost follower over the last few years, I’m starting season 3 of self employment in the landscape/maintenance industry, your videos always help me through the hard days/weeks that seem like the end of the world. I’ve yet to build a six figure biz, but it’s working for my lifestyle. This year we will be licensed/ insured in Oregon and Washington for full installs and retaining walls. Big jump from the hit I took during the “covid” summer last year. I needed to see this video. I still do a large amount of the hard labor while training fleeting employees. By your logic I’ve got another 7 years of “shovel” time in me, my body is telling me otherwise today.
Wow, ....Raw emotion...powerful video, Keith... I started gutter cleaning and install business when I was at the point in my life where I was giving my ex half my check and I was suicidal. I was already dead inside, so I made the move... 3 years later, I'm hoping to gross 200k with my small business this year ( did 180k last year ), i do all the work, for now... baby steps...
I just started my business in oct of 2020 in Tampa fl and I just wanted to say thanks you bro you Keep me motivated wen I watch you videos it makes me feel like I can do anything
This video was perfect timing. It's October 2023. I just purchased a lawnmower, a tow hitch and a trailer a week ago. I'm getting ready to purchase a blower and weedeater next paycheck. I can't wait to actually start my business. Cut Clean Landscaping is the name. My landscaping dreams are coming faster and stronger than a shovel digging a hole.
I have been SITTING on the idea of starting my own lawn care business for a long time now. This video has just sparked something inside me. (Picking up my shovel) Your last words did that. New subscriber.
Dude I am so glad I came across your videos you can just tell how you’ve came from humble beginnings with all ur emotion you show man nothing but love I’m in I’m going into my own business at 29 this year cause of your videos
yooo, i remember watching you when i quited my job in december 2022. I was in need of a new job and many landscape bussineses didnt want me to work for them because it was winter. I had no knowledge or anything but i started on my own. Now Oktober 2024 and i can say this was the best choice i’ve ever made 😃
The minute you said you prayed to God to get you out, I knew it was gonna work out for you. I think most people spend years in a miserable situation just because they are too stubborn or have too must pride to just take a knee and ask God for help. The single most important step you can take in life is asking God (Abba) for strength and then having the courage that he already created you with the skills necessary to survive. We forget that sometimes. I just started my own business and somedays I dread Im not gonna make it and some days its great. Its easy to forget man God will get you through. Thank you for this video Keith 👍🏻 God bless
Crazy I found your video. First of many I'll be watching. Just like you were, I'm tired of making other people money off my back, I'm better, and I can do better! I have a few regular properties, but it's time to do it! Can't stop, won't stop! This really inspired me to push more! I needed to hear it.
Super late in this chat, but this video is very relevant in my life. I left my job two weeks ago, was working commerical landscaping, and now im going all in with the business, eager to learn and doing the absolute best work i can, making clients happy!
@@keith-kalfas just learned about all your courses and I can't wait to get in there! I need help with just about everything🙏🏾🔥❤️ Im meeting with clients and pricing for me is an issue...unsure how to price honestly but I know what the work is worth for the most part. I need help putting prices and numbers on paper! Estimates, contracts, pricing etc. that's my biggest thing right now making me feel like I'm unprofessional.
I've been on the same spot for 20+ yrs I've been dead a long time. I got fired from a temp agency job last week. I sleep in my van. Sometimes I feel like I'm good for nothing but I don't wanna give up my dream would be to have my own business in whatever kind of work as long as I can pay my rent bills and food with it. I'm 41 and I have nothing. I need this. This dream of working for myself is the only thing keeping me going.
Keith I'm pretty sure you won't ever get the time to read this yourself, but I feel compelled to at least try to thank you for giving me back the tools I didn't even realise I'd lost in my personality and attitude towards my business and life itself. THANK YOU MY BROTHER! You may have actually saved my life and I wish for you and your family all the very best life has to offer. All the best Mat (UK)
Man those are so strong word and one hell of a story I just watched I wish I would of watched this a while ago my wife has been telling me for a while to start my own Business and I was scared he’ll still kinda am but we sat down and came up with a name and made flyers and hit the Nabor hood today and got one job so far today and nailed it she works at a big Air Force bace and is going to spread my flyers out and fingers crossed it goes well but your story hit my heart I’m 36 and it’s time for me to shine thank you sir
Really appreciate your story. I'm over 50 and at that point. Ready to knock on doors. This was my first video and I believe I'm at the right place at the right time. Thank you!
got a trunk full of paper bags from home depot myslf currently tryna gt my first truck. i do yard cleanups and stuff my ford fusion to the brim LOL clients admiree my determination.- love this
You have given a lot of motivation Keith. Started my side landscape business on weekends hoping I will be able to officially leave my Landscape Job on weekdays and go full time. Its a tough decision I will make soon but hope it will be for the best!
This man recorded himself throwing a shovel and crying in the home depot garden department, then decided he should upload it to the internet for the world to see. Thank you Keith.
Hey man this is one of the best videos I have seen lately! I’m currently in college and trying to get into landscaping for on the side. Stumbled across this video and glad I did.
Haven’t watched you much don’t know you. But I want to start a business bc I’m tired of what I do for a living. And you look like you meant every word you went through it and made it and for that I am proud of you. And I one day too will be as successful as you. You are a savior
I have a truck and a dump trailer and I'm sitting here trying to figure out how to start a landscaping business. This is the first video I saw and I'm glad it was.
My business is almost off the ground watching these videos is really what keeps that fire burning to start my business thank you so much Keith I would love to meet you an pick your brain man thank you so much bro.
that’s what i like to see all the power to ya ! the more responsiblility you take for your life the more power you have over it ! you took charge and look at you now ! the sky is the limit for you, i love these videos man thank you so much for continuing to post these , you are so much different then other you tubers i hear the passion in every word !! keep up the great work god bless you keith !
I’m starting from the bottom in a hatchback! So your story gives me Hope that anything is possible if you hustle & throw away the pride thing & do what you have to do.
I love you man, you’re such an inspiration and I feel the same way right now at my dead end job. I see the look on the old guy’s face’s that have been there forever and they are all dead inside. I finally started my own Lawn care business and got the llc! Your channel is awesome and you’re a rockstar!
Bro this video made my day. I’ve been talking about starting up a side hustle business to support my son and be able to buy a nice house one day. Thank you sir! 🤙
That’s right my friend get out there and make it happen ... I enjoy going to work cuz it my own company and I love to built and improve people homes. And getting paid crazy money to do it .. u the man Keith keep it up.. I love watching u you and u funny as heck..
Wow man freaking awesome u woke something up inside of me by saying I've already taken the biggest risk ur right not risking it is the biggest risk Wow 👏👏👏👏
Thanks bro!! I needed to hear this I sit here an contemplate all day on how to be my own boss and have my own business.. but what u said made it sound so easy.. I know it’s not easy but it is honestly my pride holding me back.. anything can be a start of a business.. picking weeds was a great idea!! ❤
Great job man. 👏 I have been talking about you and sharing your videos. I have learned how to create a bond with customers. Although I'm a CDL A driver now. I have a backup lawn guy to take care of my customers. This will be my future when I retire from driving.
Hey man, just wanted to say God bless you and your family. This video was a game changer for me. It just happened to be at the right time. Praise God thanks.
Heck Yea! Great story brother. That spells America all the way. Starting a business with nothing but passion. That's America all the way. God has blessed you in many ways and now you have happiness and Work that gives you Prosperity. 👍 🇺🇸
Currently do yard work at my house, soil, mulch, deweeding, trimming hedges, edging, planting. I work in concrete for 13$ it sucks ass. I wanted my on business since I was a kid. I now have friends telling me I should start a lawn care business. Guess it's time to start knocking huh?
I met a landscaping company owner and became his in the phone guy, I got us two contracts since we met about two months again so far, trying to get more looking for All the tips I can find.he basically considers me a co owner and I know we can build fast,. I’m based in Florida, near Sarasota. Once I get the ball rolling a little more word of mouth should be suffice marketing.
I’ve been watching you since the beginning my friend. You Came a long way from nothing. You deserve every ounce of joy and happiness that you finally have. The looking back keeps us from getting comfortable, keeps us pushing forward. You inspired me to start my business and I’m so happy I did. We are free & I have the time to spend with my family, that’s all I ever wanted in my life. Thank you for your inspiration much love my friend 💯
Thanks so much. For sure.
I love this
I guess Im kinda off topic but does anybody know a good website to stream newly released movies online?
@Marvin Cristiano lately I have been using FlixZone. Just google for it =)
@@marvincristiano4421 123movies
Hey Keith, I'm not 27, I'm 50,and Im knocking on doors...I WILL SUCCEED!💯💪🙌
You got this Chris!
Chris thank you for this comment!! 💪 let’s grow big dog!!!
Hopefully you can afford young decent help before long, the extra responsibility helps sometimes, im just getting into the realm of ocassional help... best advice i was given thus far on employees, take someone elses employees because most the people really wanting to work are doing it, help people down on their luck more latee whwn you can afford it, home depot, lowes, fast food, just talk to people and look for the sparkle in peoples eye when you talk to people about whatever field your in. It takes few words to inspire younger people sometimes and if they know that their potential earnings is directly tied to how they perform and their productivity. And that it wont be instant but if they hang in there and do good that more money flow will come then they will feel more incentivised! Teach them to be the employee that they would hire, if they can wrap their head around it then it could be most helpful in the longterm, try to be good about complimenting, it doesnt take much to make people feel cared about!
Get it big man!!! Rooting for ya!!
You will chris!!!!
I don't have a high school diploma started a landscape business at 23 I'm 34 and make 200g after expenses. I'm a millionaire today😮😎
Help me out bro! I wanna get my landscaping license!
Badass, anyadvice
Me to and u just mow and go
@user-pf7wy5qs8k yes just get started. The biggest hurdle is just pulling the trigger. Make sure you work for someone else to lern then take it from there. The harder you work the luckier you will be just works that way
That's inspiring brother thanks
This guy is a not only a good RUclipsr but a good motivational speaker
@Adam H cap
Yes he is good
@Adam H His landscaping business has 91 google reviews that don't look fake. How did you find that revenue info?
@Adam H in conclusion, your just jealous lol I can literally feel the jealousness vibes from your comment. 🤣
@Adam H I'm in the construction buisness so I really wouldn't know 100% but what I do know 100% is that youtube does not pay enough! Especially with his amount of subscribers and he doesn't even run adds on his videos which you accused him of doing. Literally not one add on a video...
no actual business advice or info on how to open your business, but probably the best motivational speech home depot has ever been graced with. Amazing!
"I picked up a f***ing shovel and I started knocking on doors"
Subscribed.
What that old man told you was golden. I believe the internet overloads us with so much unnecessary information that we forget the BASICS…starting is simple we just make it harder than what it is
BRAVOOOO!!! I'm European here in America and I started my landscape business with tools from Home Depot ,after one year I purchase Echo tools and Stihl, and after 8 years my first F550 dump truck
European in Canada..first year I had a rake,shovel cheap pruners and leafbags. 2 years after a pretty decent truck,landscape trailer and all the stihl powertools and attachments along with other stuff..I did have experience tho and $40/h from the time I started. Never lowballed anything..Keep going 💪
I was a supervisor for a large lawn care and landscaping company as well and I felt the same way. So here I am starting out on my own and watching these great inspirational videos. Thanks Keith Kalgan!
How’d it go
Any update on that landscaping business you started?
I'm 27, worked at a few landscaping companies till finally I said screw it, I'm starting my own company. This is my first year. I will get to the mountain top.
Awesome Justin. Haha what state are u in?
@@keith-kalfas Ohio. I'm between Cleveland and Akron
That’s awesome
Any update bro how is it so far?
@@milos7773 I think he quit😆
Hated landscaping, and so he started a landscaping business. Checks out.
I'm unemployed for 2 years. Dad of 2. I can't survive anymore. Been doing painting, vending etc. And just today. A freind asked me to to his landscaping. I don't know anything about it. But after reading the comments. I CAN DO THIS. Thanx guys. I'm gona start..
I went from being hospitalized from a combat related injury back in 2010 to my business last year hitting almost 250 grand and projected 50 grand more this year. Spent so many days years ago sweating in 100 degrees building retaining walls and landscape beds. I did it the same way as you and when I thought about giving up years ago I turned to your videos and it gave me so much motivation to keep going and pushing. That was years and years ago when you first started and geek to freak was a thing too. Seeing where you and your wife are now makes me happy and having our bills paid and continuing to expand has been a blessing.
God bless. Powerful.
I started my own landscaping business last year Under The Sun Landscaping i started from Nothing just with push mower and a weed eater now i have trailer equipment t shirts bussiness cards whole nine yards i have came a long ways keep succeeding
Epic
A year ago I came across this video during lockdown in Hamilton, New Zealand.
During that four weeks lockdown, I studied most of your videos and took notes on how to succeed in this Landscaping business.
Fifita Landscaping had been in business for the last seven months, all thanks to your Sir.
Keep up the good work, and keep inspiring is with your knowledge and experience.
Choice bro!
Yo man this is very inspirational me and my friend plan on starting a Landscaping business and this video put some confidence in me, thank you.
knock knock
who's there?
Keith
Keith Who?
Keith and shovel ready to make some $$
Dang t you follow Keith my man!
F*cking Classic...
I dont know if you intended to but this actually made me cry because i can relate to you almost 100 percent. Thank you for the insipration to aim higher. Hats off to you
I started mowing grass with my wife's hyundai elantra 😂😂👏🏾👏🏾 She was so pissed. Mower in trunk and sticks out the window. It felt embarrassing at first. Then I though, I am building a future for me and my family, I began to feel proud of creating my own business. Thank for sharing 🙏🏾 great video.
About to do the same with a Ford escape lol good luck bro
Thats how i feel going door to door but it will pay off
Dude ...do you know what you have done. You just explain everything that I am going through, this is exactly what I needed. I'm subscribing
Amen.
You’re unequivocally the reason I got off the snide and started a business last August. I watched a bazillion of your videos and watched your how to start a landscape business a dozen times. And I did it. And it’s been incredible. And I thank you.
Bro congrats that's so awesome Hayden. 👌
I'm planning to go to school this summer for construction management then start my own concrete and window installer company its a 2 year program I love your videos Keith there motivating 💯
I’m not tryna tell you what to do or nothing but if I was you I would go to work for a concrete company for a lil while to get the knowledge
@@DCLCRayP exactly, you get paid to learn that way, instead of paying to learn while barely being able to make any money, and experience is better than any school certificate. only thing school is good for is doctors and lawyers, since you legally cant become those without schooling, hands on learning is always the best
I don’t do any lawn care or windows. Your hustle is contagious. Salute
Watched your videos way back when, did it for a spring/summer in 2018 meet alot of great folks helping them tidy their yards. Had to go back to trucking for a few years to pay off my debts, now they are all paid off and now I'm gonna go fire it up again. You've been a big inspiration to me a big thank you from up here in Canada!
Worked for another company. Constantly the all around best and hardest worker there..got me nowhere. I said screw it and started doing small jobs on my own..In a matter of months I had enough client base to quit my job and focus on my stuff. I had/have all the experience you need but only a regular car,leafbags rake and shovel. Around 2 years after I got a good truck,landscape trailer,all powertools you'll ever need for gardening with all their attachments and also some good walkbehing mowers. No luck,no handouts,almost no debt at all either..Just hard and proper work and planning. This year is looking great already! Best of luck to everybody and please don't lowball..not a good idea in 2021 lol
I've been watching you for a long time Keith. You motivated me to finally turn my side job for years into a full time tree service. I could not be happier and I owe it to you man. Owning and running a small service business is hard but I wouldn't change it for the world. Thank you brother.
Motivation...Mindset...Faith in God. You got it brother. You inspire me.
Totally appreciate the 100% legit (raw/motivational) content you put out. It’s time for everyone to pickup their shovel and get to work.
Hopefully you don’t get banned from Home Depot for these videos [employees just start walking off the job after overhearing you].
Bro. Thanks alot man. Thanks DJ.
Straight up truth right there like how jadakiss said, "sometimes less is more, and you got to hit rock bottom, so you can touch the core."
That amazing. I was just listening to Jadakiss last week while driving. Everything he says makes perfect sense.
Kieth my brother. It amazes me how much alike we are. You are literally telling my story. And I'm right behind you my man! I'm not crying, your crying.....for real Keith. Keep up the good work. Never stop being you and bringing the light we all need. Much love brother.
Yes! My man keith kalfas! Life is going smooth right now thanks to you! Got work stacked and money is flowing in! Hope to thankyou in person one day!
Hell yeah this guy is making it and still motivates the small guys who need that PUSH!
This video, this one video changed my life. Keith, the genuine relate and the feeling I felt watching this was astounding, I watched this video a year and some change ago and it motivated me to start at 23. I’m visiting some family back home and ran into some old friends, we’ve all gone different ways some to school, some still working the dead end jobs they asked how I did it? Where did I start? I had to take a step back and remember for a minute, I started knocking on doors after work and on weekends till my phone started ringing, downside is it doesn’t stop! I answered after some thought and pulled this video up at dinner “this is how”. I can’t thank you enough for sharing, I’ve been so caught up in running around that I haven’t been able to pause and reflect, times flying by, watching this again recently is motivating me to start a channel hopefully I can impact someone’s life as much as you did mine, I am so thankful man, genuinely 🍻 -Mat
Thanks!
Way to go Keith! I used my tax return to open my brokerage firm,soon as i also left a bad relationship.
It’s insane how life changing these moments are when you know your worth. consistent is key, being humble goes with good business attitude and more customers
I hate seeing young men and women slaving to death. People think slavery ended a long time ago, it didn’t, just changed from beatings with whips to beating down people mentally. To see you tear up hit me deep bud, I feel like I’ve known u a long time and so glad your doing well now!
I hope I never forget the feeling of being tired of feeling stuck and sick of not going anywhere in life. I hope to find success like you!
Hey Keith been watching for about 2 years. I am 21 and a full time college student. You helped me with your informational videos and positive mindset to go out there and start doing it. I started my business a year ago right as the pandemic started was right around the time I started reaching out to people. I am still small and trying to grow but I love the grind of seeing my work pay off. Thanks Keith!
Man this video hit me. Ive been working at a job that seems to be going no where now. They let go of most employees and wont be giving any raises for a long time. I just quit and decided to take my lawn care full time. I know if I just work hard I could make more than I would ever make there.
Wow. I am so happy I stumbled across your video. You got me tearing up with you because the dead end feelings are the same for me in my job. Can't wait to watch the next video.
Right now I'm 32 and I'm using a motor bike I built and a trailer my wife bought me and I customized, and ive been knocking on doors and making money..it all started with basic tools untill I had money to invest in more expensive tools and its just grows like a tree..im spreading my wings with my head held high making it happen ..and I started from the bottom amd I'm starting to move up in the world ..great video it's 👍
You the man Keith! Been a ghost follower over the last few years, I’m starting season 3 of self employment in the landscape/maintenance industry, your videos always help me through the hard days/weeks that seem like the end of the world. I’ve yet to build a six figure biz, but it’s working for my lifestyle. This year we will be licensed/ insured in Oregon and Washington for full installs and retaining walls. Big jump from the hit I took during the “covid” summer last year. I needed to see this video. I still do a large amount of the hard labor while training fleeting employees. By your logic I’ve got another 7 years of “shovel” time in me, my body is telling me otherwise today.
Hey man. 2 years have passed. How's it going for you now? I would hope you stilling grinding away.
Why this video is Million views..
You not a landscaper!
Your a man who willing to unlock greater thing within you!
God blessed you brother!
Haha yes amen.
Wow, ....Raw emotion...powerful video, Keith...
I started gutter cleaning and install business when I was at the point in my life where I was giving my ex half my check and I was suicidal. I was already dead inside, so I made the move... 3 years later, I'm hoping to gross 200k with my small business this year ( did 180k last year ), i do all the work, for now... baby steps...
I just started my business in oct of 2020 in Tampa fl and I just wanted to say thanks you bro you Keep me motivated wen I watch you videos it makes me feel like I can do anything
You’re exactly right Keith!! I’m buying my first dump truck this week and knocking on doors has gotten me to this point!
Fashowwww. Thanks Zac. And congrats bro.
A dump truck!! Let’s go big dog!!
This video was perfect timing. It's October 2023. I just purchased a lawnmower, a tow hitch and a trailer a week ago. I'm getting ready to purchase a blower and weedeater next paycheck. I can't wait to actually start my business. Cut Clean Landscaping is the name. My landscaping dreams are coming faster and stronger than a shovel digging a hole.
Right on!
Got it started yet?
I have been SITTING on the idea of starting my own lawn care business for a long time now. This video has just sparked something inside me. (Picking up my shovel) Your last words did that. New subscriber.
Dude I am so glad I came across your videos you can just tell how you’ve came from humble beginnings with all ur emotion you show man nothing but love I’m in I’m going into my own business at 29 this year cause of your videos
yooo, i remember watching you when i quited my job in december 2022. I was in need of a new job and many landscape bussineses didnt want me to work for them because it was winter. I had no knowledge or anything but i started on my own. Now Oktober 2024 and i can say this was the best choice i’ve ever made 😃
The minute you said you prayed to God to get you out, I knew it was gonna work out for you. I think most people spend years in a miserable situation just because they are too stubborn or have too must pride to just take a knee and ask God for help. The single most important step you can take in life is asking God (Abba) for strength and then having the courage that he already created you with the skills necessary to survive. We forget that sometimes. I just started my own business and somedays I dread Im not gonna make it and some days its great. Its easy to forget man God will get you through. Thank you for this video Keith 👍🏻 God bless
Crazy I found your video. First of many I'll be watching.
Just like you were, I'm tired of making other people money off my back, I'm better, and I can do better! I have a few regular properties, but it's time to do it! Can't stop, won't stop! This really inspired me to push more! I needed to hear it.
Super late in this chat, but this video is very relevant in my life. I left my job two weeks ago, was working commerical landscaping, and now im going all in with the business, eager to learn and doing the absolute best work i can, making clients happy!
You got this!
@@keith-kalfas just learned about all your courses and I can't wait to get in there! I need help with just about everything🙏🏾🔥❤️ Im meeting with clients and pricing for me is an issue...unsure how to price honestly but I know what the work is worth for the most part. I need help putting prices and numbers on paper! Estimates, contracts, pricing etc. that's my biggest thing right now making me feel like I'm unprofessional.
This dude is great motivational speaker, it seems he is talking about many people including me doing jobs that they hate so much.
Thank you sir.
I gotta tell you this hit me good! The biggest success you had was you accepted god ! Such motivation thank you!
Your way of story telling and expressing yourself is truly an art
The ending actually gave me goosebumps,
Some words of advice are never forgotten
I've been on the same spot for 20+ yrs I've been dead a long time. I got fired from a temp agency job last week. I sleep in my van. Sometimes I feel like I'm good for nothing but I don't wanna give up my dream would be to have my own business in whatever kind of work as long as I can pay my rent bills and food with it. I'm 41 and I have nothing. I need this. This dream of working for myself is the only thing keeping me going.
Knock on those dooors brother
I just got quite my job that I couldn’t stand and now I’m starting a landscaping business with a backspace blower and weeds wackier pray for me y’all
How’s it going?
Keith I'm pretty sure you won't ever get the time to read this yourself, but I feel compelled to at least try to thank you for giving me back the tools I didn't even realise I'd lost in my personality and attitude towards my business and life itself.
THANK YOU MY BROTHER!
You may have actually saved my life and I wish for you and your family all the very best life has to offer.
All the best Mat (UK)
I'm right here bro. It's an honor
Man those are so strong word and one hell of a story I just watched I wish I would of watched this a while ago my wife has been telling me for a while to start my own Business and I was scared he’ll still kinda am but we sat down and came up with a name and made flyers and hit the Nabor hood today and got one job so far today and nailed it she works at a big Air Force bace and is going to spread my flyers out and fingers crossed it goes well but your story hit my heart I’m 36 and it’s time for me to shine thank you sir
You awesome man.I started landscaping this year.so far I one client didn’t got the job.I know how I price all thx to you.
Really appreciate your story. I'm over 50 and at that point. Ready to knock on doors. This was my first video and I believe I'm at the right place at the right time. Thank you!
You got this!
got a trunk full of paper bags from home depot myslf currently tryna gt my first truck. i do yard cleanups and stuff my ford fusion to the brim LOL clients admiree my determination.- love this
You have given a lot of motivation Keith. Started my side landscape business on weekends hoping I will be able to officially leave my Landscape Job on weekdays and go full time. Its a tough decision I will make soon but hope it will be for the best!
Legit the best video I’ve seen all year Keith! This message should be everywhere.
It’s crazy I’m watching this and I’m planning on starting a landscaping business now
This man recorded himself throwing a shovel and crying in the home depot garden department, then decided he should upload it to the internet for the world to see. Thank you Keith.
Thanks bro. Did you see? This video got 3.1M views on Facebook too.
Hey man this is one of the best videos I have seen lately! I’m currently in college and trying to get into landscaping for on the side. Stumbled across this video and glad I did.
Proud of you Keith you still got the fire inside you stay motivated
THATS HOW HE F**KING DID IT!! Idk who's told you but I'm proud of you. It takes a lot
Haven’t watched you much don’t know you. But I want to start a business bc I’m tired of what I do for a living. And you look like you meant every word you went through it and made it and for that I am proud of you. And I one day too will be as successful as you. You are a savior
I have a truck and a dump trailer and I'm sitting here trying to figure out how to start a landscaping business. This is the first video I saw and I'm glad it was.
My business is almost off the ground watching these videos is really what keeps that fire burning to start my business thank you so much Keith I would love to meet you an pick your brain man thank you so much bro.
Thanks Daniel you're welcome bro.
that’s what i like to see all the power to ya ! the more responsiblility you take for your life the more power you have over it ! you took charge and look at you now ! the sky is the limit for you, i love these videos man thank you so much for continuing to post these , you are so much different then other you tubers i hear the passion in every word !! keep up the great work god bless you keith !
God bless you too. Thanks Connor. Stay in touch bro.
My man, u just described my life and how i feel daily in this video. Im so glad I found and heard this today. Thank u for sharing
Thank you for this. I don’t even think you know this video alone has just made me engulfed with motivation
You're welcome
Just found this today...been watching other videos and I have to tell you..I'm very motivated.. about to change my life.
I started my tree business with a $3 handsaw from the dollar store. 4 years later and I’m still here. You can do it, guys.
Insane. Wow. I bet that's a an entire amazing story.
How much do you charge for tree removal?
I’m starting from the bottom in a hatchback! So your story gives me Hope that anything is possible if you hustle & throw away the pride thing & do what you have to do.
Awesome John. You got this bro.
How’s it going with the hatch and the business?
That raw emotion at the end. I feel that man. I’m right there now. Earned a sub! Love your videos!
Awesome! Thank you!
Great video!! Good luck to all you aspiring landscaping business owners!!
The most motivating video I have seen yet !!!! I am a veteran and I am wanting to open a lawn business! you give me hope. Thank you for the videos bro
Thank you for your service.
I love you man, you’re such an inspiration and I feel the same way right now at my dead end job. I see the look on the old guy’s face’s that have been there forever and they are all dead inside. I finally started my own Lawn care business and got the llc! Your channel is awesome and you’re a rockstar!
Bro this video made my day. I’ve been talking about starting up a side hustle business to support my son and be able to buy a nice house one day. Thank you sir! 🤙
That’s right my friend get out there and make it happen ... I enjoy going to work cuz it my own company and I love to built and improve people homes. And getting paid crazy money to do it .. u the man Keith keep it up.. I love watching u you and u funny as heck..
Seven months ago I came across this video and the rest is history :) Thank you for the inspiration.
Love you brother. Such an inspiration. The kick in the pants that I needed. Your words are heartfelt and they hit me. Thank you.
Thank you! BTW The gift of the shovel is a great book!
Man, this hit home. Thank you. And praise God for His faithfulness :)
I can’t get enough Keith Kalfas - you’re the man, thanks for the awesome motivation 💪🏼
Wow man freaking awesome u woke something up inside of me by saying I've already taken the biggest risk ur right not risking it is the biggest risk Wow 👏👏👏👏
Thanks bro!! I needed to hear this I sit here an contemplate all day on how to be my own boss and have my own business.. but what u said made it sound so easy.. I know it’s not easy but it is honestly my pride holding me back.. anything can be a start of a business.. picking weeds was a great idea!! ❤
Great job man. 👏 I have been talking about you and sharing your videos. I have learned how to create a bond with customers. Although I'm a CDL A driver now. I have a backup lawn guy to take care of my customers. This will be my future when I retire from driving.
Hey man, just wanted to say God bless you and your family. This video was a game changer for me. It just happened to be at the right time. Praise God thanks.
That is awesome! Prayers
Heck Yea! Great story brother. That spells America all the way. Starting a business with nothing but passion. That's America all the way. God has blessed you in many ways and now you have happiness and Work that gives you Prosperity. 👍 🇺🇸
Currently do yard work at my house, soil, mulch, deweeding, trimming hedges, edging, planting. I work in concrete for 13$ it sucks ass.
I wanted my on business since I was a kid. I now have friends telling me I should start a lawn care business. Guess it's time to start knocking huh?
I met a landscaping company owner and became his in the phone guy, I got us two contracts since we met about two months again so far, trying to get more looking for All the tips I can find.he basically considers me a co owner and I know we can build fast,. I’m based in Florida, near Sarasota. Once I get the ball rolling a little more word of mouth should be suffice marketing.
Always keeping it real keith!!! Thats why everyone loves your videos
Totally didn’t expect this needed pep talk.