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Podcast: The Boardroom Buzz: Grow, Sell, or Exit
Episode: Episode 228 — Discipline Over Flash: How Michael Garvey Built Coastal Fertilization While Wearing a Badge
Description: Michael Garvey isn’t a full-time entrepreneur — he’s a full-time New Jersey state trooper who built a serious lawn fertilization and weed control business on his days off. The Blue Collar Twins sit down with the founder of Coastal Fertilization to unpack how discipline, structure, and smart partnerships turned a side hustle into a tightly run operation serving nearly 900 customers.
Starting in 2017 with just 10 accounts, Michael leveraged mentorship, branding, and systems to scale Coastal without chasing discounts or cutting corners. He breaks down why professional trucks, visible yard signs, referrals, and geographic focus outperform flashy marketing — and how...