Big News: Level Up Your Money Hits Audible! Sneak Peek at Chapter 3 on Trust and Reputation

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  Hello and welcome to the Green Industry Podcast, your go-to guide for building a more profitable and thriving lawn care and landscaping business. Your host, Paul Jameson, is the author of five bestselling books, including Cut That Grass and Make That Cash and his latest, Level Up Your Money, all available on Amazon and Audible. Now get ready for more expert insights and practical strategies to boost your business and level up your life. Here's Paul Jamison.

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  Welcome to today's episode of the Green Industry Podcast. Today I have an exciting announcement and on today's topic, we're going to talk about how to build trust with our customers, with our family members, with our friends, with our community. Basically, our reputation really impacts our future and our financial future. People typically do business, if they're smart, with companies that they trust. For example, I flew on an airline one time, not going to name their name, but I, I don't, ever since I had a negative experience with this airline,

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  I've never flown with them. Again, they had, I was in Cleveland, Ohio, trying to fly back to good old Atlanta, Georgia, when I lived in Atlanta at the time. And I get to the airport all early in the day, like my whole day, I'm like, okay, I got a flight. It was like 8:00 PM. I was like, all right, I, you know, I got to the airport all early and next thing you know, we're sitting there waiting for the airplane. They delay it, they delay it, they delay it, and they cancel the flight. Don't pay for my hotel or nothing, just cancel the flight after we saying it's going to be a delay all day long. There's a delay. And then at about 11 or so at night, they just canceled it. So I go and pay for a hotel. The next day, there was only one flight out of Cleveland to Atlanta on this airline.

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  It was 8:00 PM again, so they rescheduled me for that one. Wait around all day at the hotel, nothing to do, go to the airport. And same story starts happening. There's a delay, there's a delay, there's a delay, there's a delay, 11:00 PM at night, canceled again. No hotel, no nothing. I just wasted two days at the airport waiting for this airplane. So anyway, I booked a, I booked a flight back to Atlanta on a different airline, paid full price, you know, for a flight off this other airline, which ticket was expensive. Long story short, that company, they ruined trust that if I bought an airline ticket, you know, two days in a row, the, the, the plane didn't go from Cleveland to Atlanta like I paid for.

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  And long story short, it, it broke that trust and I don't do business with them anymore. So in your business, how can we be the opposite of that story? Excuse me, man, my voice cracked. How can we do the opposite of that and build trust? When people think about us, they're like, oh, man, I want to do business with that person. I like that person, right? You've heard the saying know, like and trust. You, you want people to get to know you, know your company, like you, like your company, and trust you, trust your company. Whether you're in lawn care business, fertilization and weed control, landscaping, or really any business, you could be in a whole nother industry like a restaurant or whatever.

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  There's good reputations and then there's bad reputations. So what we're going to do on today's program is I have an exciting announcement. I'll go ahead and make that now. Our new audiobook, Level Up Your Money: Biblical Principles for Financial Success, is now available on Audible. And in this book, Mr. Producer narrated each chapter. And then at the end of each chapter, we did a, basically a podcast interview, talking about the content from that chapter. So I, I learned this style of an audiobook from one of my favorite authors, Dr. Benjamin Hardy.

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  He'll read the chapter and then after the chapter, it gives you a bonus where him and his co-author, they talk even more about the principles in that specific chapter. So I was like, I really, as a listener, I always liked the, I mean, the book is fire. I've listened to multiple Benjamin Hardy's books multiple times, but my favorite part was actually after they read the chapter, when they just start like layering on more and more insights into that chapter, that's where I got the most value. So I told Mr. Producer about that style and he was like, yeah, let's do it. So it took us a long time for him to narrate the book and then for us to record basically like a podcast episode at the end of each chapter.

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  But today on the show, I want to give you a sneak peek into the audio book and let you, let you hear for yourself what I'm talking about. So without further ado, Mr. Producer, go ahead and fire up chapter three, "The Currency of Trust: How Reputation Shapes Your Financial Future." We'll hear that chapter in the audio book and then we'll have the post-chapter interview for you to enjoy as well.

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  Chapter three, "The Currency of Trust: How Reputation Shapes Your Financial Future." Introduction: Your reputation precedes you. "A good name is more desirable than riches. To be esteemed is better than silver or gold." Proverbs 22, verse 1. In the previous chapter, we explored the power of excellent hard work and how becoming skilled in your craft can lead to financial success. But excellence alone isn't enough. You must also have a good reputation. Hard work can get you noticed, but your character is what sustains success.

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  Derek Prince and Billy Graham are two men whose lives demonstrated this truth. Their influence extended far beyond their lifetimes, not just because of their knowledge or skill, but because of their unshakable integrity. They remained faithful to their commitments, stewarded their reputations carefully, and finished their lives free from scandal or dishonor. Neither man set out to become wealthy, yet their reputation for honesty, faithfulness, and humility led to financial success.

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  Proverbs 22 verse 4 states, "By humility and the fear of the Lord are riches, honor, and life." Their commitment to integrity brought them all three. The same is true for anyone looking to reach their full potential in business and life. It's not enough to be excellent at what you do, you must also be trustworthy. When hard work is combined with integrity, it creates a foundation for lasting financial success. Why reputation matters in business and wealth creation? Your reputation is your most valuable currency. Proverbs 10 and verse 9 says, "Whoever walks with integrity walks securely, but he who

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  makes his way crooked will be found out." You can have all the talent in the world, but if people don't trust you, opportunities will be scarce. We see this in the marketplace every day. Consider two businesses in the same industry. One business cuts corners, delivers poor service, and overcharges customers. Word spreads quickly through online reviews and soon their reputation is in ruins. Customers leave, revenue declines, and the business struggles to survive. Another business delivers excellent service, stands by its word, and treats customers fairly. Over time, their reputation for honesty and quality spreads.

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  Loyal customers refer others, and financial success follows. Personally, before I play a new golf course or eat at a new restaurant, my first instinct is to check Google reviews. If the reviews are overwhelmingly negative, I'm likely to look elsewhere. This same principle applies to any business. Your reputation directly influences whether customers will give you a chance. The difference isn't in their industry, their marketing, or even their talent, it's their reputation. A good reputation attracts financial opportunities, while a bad reputation repels them. This applies to hiring, partnerships, promotions, and investments.

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  Employers hire people they trust. Banks lend to those with credibility. Customers refer businesses they believe in.

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  Integrity is the long game. Honesty isn't just the right thing to do, it's also the most profitable strategy in the long run. Proverbs 11:3 states, "The integrity of the upright guides them, but the crookedness of the treacherous destroys them." People who try to cut corners may win in the short term, but deception always catches up with them. We've seen this play out with high-profile CEOs, politicians, and athletes whose careers are destroyed by scandal. Their skills and intelligence got them to the top, but their lack of character brought them crashing down. Billy Graham understood this principle well.

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  He implemented strict boundaries to protect his reputation, including never being alone with a woman who wasn't his wife, and publicly disclosing financial records in his ministry. He took proactive steps to ensure he remained above reproach. His reputation stayed untarnished, and his influence grew even stronger. If you want to build a legacy of trust, success, and longevity, you must make daily decisions to protect your name. Character is built in the small unseen moments. It's not just about avoiding scandals, it's about consistently doing the right thing, even when no one's watching. How to Build and Protect a Good Name

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  1. Be consistent in your character. Your reputation is built on what you do repeatedly. Are you the same person in private as you are in public? Integrity means living by your values consistently. 2. Keep your commitments. In the past, a handshake was as good as a contract. Today, too many people make empty promises. If you say you're going to do something, follow through. Reliability builds confidence, and confidence leads to opportunity.

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  Three. Choose your associations wisely. 1 Corinthians, Chapter 15, Verse 33 warns, "Bad company corrupts good character." If you surround yourself with dishonest or unethical people, your reputation will suffer by association. Align yourself with people who share your values. Recovering from past mistakes. If you've damaged your reputation, the good news is that it can be rebuilt. Admit mistakes, take responsibility, and consistently prove yourself through action. Trust takes time to restore, but it is possible. Five. Be on time.

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  If you are showing up late for meetings and appointments, that is major disrespect to the people that you keep waiting. Being prompt and on time is an integrity issue. Prioritize being early. This shows respect and honor for those you associate with. The financial impact of a strong reputation. A clean reputation can be the deciding factor in business deals, promotions, and partnerships. When people hear your name, do they associate it with excellence and trustworthiness, or do they hesitate? A strong reputation leads to more referrals, better business relationships, and long-term stability. Consider brands like Chick-fil-A,

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  which is known for quality and customer service. Their reputation drives loyalty and their profits reflect it. Similarly, as an individual, when you consistently demonstrate integrity, reliability, and excellence, you become the go-to person for opportunities. Employers promote employees they trust. Clients return to businesses they believe in. Investors back leaders with credibility. In contrast, a damaged reputation limits financial growth. No matter how talented you are, if people don't trust you, your opportunities will be limited.

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  Conclusion: What's Your Name Worth? At the end of the day, your reputation is one of your greatest financial assets. If someone were to describe you in three words, what would they be? Would they say you are trustworthy, reliable, and honest? Or would they hesitate? Every decision you make builds your financial future. Proverbs 22 and verse 1 reminds us that a good name is worth more than riches. If you commit to integrity, trustworthiness, and faithfulness, you will not only achieve financial success, but also leave behind a legacy that outlives your wealth.

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  Well, I hope you enjoyed that sneak peek of the audiobook experience for my new book, Level Up Your Money: Biblical Principles for Financial Success. That was chapter 3, and Mr. Producer was the voice you heard narrating it and then asking me those questions. His voice, you could listen to him read the shampoo bottle. He's just, he's just smooth with his delivery of reading the audiobook. I read my first audiobook, and Brian Fullerton made fun of me. He's like, basically, he's like, "Do you even know how to read, bro?" And so I was like, "I think I do." And then I listened back, and I'm like, "Oh, well, I see what he's talking about now." So you remember that clip from Dumb and Dumber?

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  He's like, "Hey, hey." Another guy's like, "Boh." Anyway, it's kind of nerve wracking when you're in the studio reading your own audiobook, and it's just like, anyway. So, we had Mr. Producer read this audiobook and then ask me these questions, which he actually has decades of experience in radio, so I thought he did a wonderful job, kind of diving deeper into these topics. And the way we structured this book... Is each chapter builds on top of each other. So, chapter one, I don't want to spoil the book, but chapter one is important. And then chapter two is if you do chapter one, and then you do chapter two, it builds on that. And ultimately, we got to chapter three, which is the reputation, which is such a cornerstone and important part of

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  life in general, but especially small business, that we build trust with our customers, with our employees, with our family and friends, really with everybody. I want to be a trustworthy person. And even, even I would take it a step further, and just say, your financial future, if you're, if you're not fully trustworthy and dependable and reliable, you're only hurting yourself and your future. And so I hope this chapter has been inspiring to you, that if there's adjustments that need to be made, make those so we can start

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  building trust now. And maybe you're like, oh, Paul, I'm a trustworthy, I'm dependable, I'm reliable, I'll, I'll get it done every time. Well, pride goes before destruction, and a hottie spirit before a fall. That might be great that we have built a good reputation up to this point, but it literally takes a few minutes, a few seconds, a few moments, and you can really damage your reputation with one bad decision. And so,

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  it doesn't matter how many years or decades you've been, or I've been, building that trust. And it does take time to build trust with people. It's not, it just, it does, it takes time to build trust. But the thing that, not to scare you, but I want to scare you enough to make sure we make smart decisions, it can all evaporate in a moment. So, we need to be very Wise to always be mindful of our reputation online, offline, in our business, in our personal relationships with our customers, with our employees,

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  with everybody that they trust us because we've proven we're trustworthy. All right, you can listen to this audio book. Mr. Producer will put the link to it in today's show notes. It's only on Audible, Tony Rudolph. He was asking me where you can listen to it. We only have it available on Audible. And if you click on today's show notes, the link should be there that'll take you over to Audible and then you just listen to it over there. Audible was purchased by Amazon a few years ago and they're, they're the most streamlined. And it was, that's where all my other audio books are. So we just exclusively have the

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  audio book on Audible only. So that's where you can listen to the whole book and we'd love for you to let us know what you think after you listen to it. I'm very, very happy with the results of this book and I think it's going to transform anyone who listens to it. I'm very confident it will, it will add a level of transformation to your life and give you that blueprint of how to level up your money. Check it out by clicking on the link in today's show notes and I hope you enjoy the audio book and thanks for the sneak peek listen of it on today's program.

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  Hey, it's Marty, producer of the Green Industry Podcast. This episode is over, but check the episode notes for links to products and services that you heard about during the episode. And thanks for listening.