Are you ready to cultivate success in your entrepreneurial journey? Join Dayany Peredo, Founder & CEO of Colleague. in her brand new podcast!
Each month, Dayany sits down with a diverse range of expert guests who will share their invaluable insights and unique visions on entrepreneurship, business growth, and the evolving world of recruitment: the struggles, the peaks and valleys and how they climbed to where they are today.
So tune in monthly and transform your approach to business with the Climbing. Podcast!
From $0 to Millions: The Zamora Brothers' Luxury Design & Build Story
What does it take to go from mowing lawns with a maxed-out credit card to building one of the fastest-growing luxury outdoor living companies in Georgia?In this episode, we sit down with brothers Eric and José Zamora, the relentless founders behind Zamora Design and Build.Starting in 2020 at just 19 and 21 years old, they had no investors, no blueprint, and zero fallback plans, just a push mower and a "figure it out" mindset passed down by their immigrant parents.They share the raw, unfiltered reality of their entrepreneurial journey: the gut-wrenching moments of paying rent on credit cards, dropping out of college, and the single $3,000 marketing bet that completely transformed their business from making $30K to over $750K in a single year.But Eric and José aren’t just building luxury landscapes—they are redefining the entire industry for the next generation of Latino entrepreneurs through their coaching platform and community, Rise and Build. They break down why they are actively fighting against industry gatekeeping and proofing that when you uplift your community, everyone wins.If this episode inspired you to step up your discipline, change your environment, or scale your own business, make sure to LIKE, SUBSCRIBE, and leave a comment below with your biggest takeaway! 🔔 Remember to tune in on Climbing. every month!Intro and Outro:Music by Kevin Llanes from Pixabay
18 Jun 2026
A Father's Formula FOR SUCCESS with Octavio Peredo
Welcome to a very special episode! Today, I have the absolute honor of sitting down with the most important guest I could ever ask for: my hero, my rock, and my father, Octavio Peredo.In this deeply intimate and moving conversation, my dad opens up about his life story, from growing up as a nomad in Mexico due to his father's work, to making the monumental decision alongside my mother to immigrate to the United States.
He shares the raw reality of leaving his homeland behind to chase a larger vision of better education and a superior quality of life for our family. Through his journey, we explore what the "American Dream" truly means, the immense sacrifices made behind the scenes, and the powerful philosophy that kept him standing through life's hardest trials, including the painful loss of my mother.
Get ready for an episode packed with profound lessons on the value of time, the culture of hard work, and how pure discipline can pave the road to achieving your biggest dreams. Don't miss it!Remember to tune in on Climbing. every month!
9 Apr 2026
Why Your Hardest Season is The Key to an Unbreakable Culture with Chris Lee
In this episode, Dayany Peredo sits down with Chris Lee, President of Earthworks, to explore the defining moments of his 27-year career and the mindset shifts that scaled a family business into a landscaping powerhouse.
Chris shares the raw reality of his upbringing on a Colorado farm, lessons in accountability and hard work that he once resented but now credits as his greatest blessings.
From nearly taking a corporate consulting job to choosing the path of entrepreneurship in Texas, Chris discusses the challenges of scaling, the "anti-climactic" reality of hitting a $10 million revenue goal, and why he stopped focusing on five-year plans to prioritize "stacking good days".
Key topics in this episode include:
The "Accidental" Career: How a last-minute phone call from his mother changed Chris's professional trajectory forever.
Sales vs. Compliance: Why Earthworks separated recruiting from HR to treat talent acquisition as a high-stakes sales function.
Leading Through Crisis: The "catastrophic" 2015 H-2B visa cap that forced management back into the field and inadvertently forged an unbreakable company culture.
The Power of Vulnerability: Why "I screwed up" is one of the most important phrases a leader can master.
Controlling the Controllable: Shifting focus from rigid revenue targets to the daily processes that guarantee long-term success.
Whether you’re a business owner navigating scaling pains or an aspiring leader looking for a fresh perspective on resilience, this conversation offers a masterclass in staying grounded while building big.
Remember to tune in on Climbing. every month!
Intro & Outro Music:
Title: No Quit
Artist: Ketsa
Source: Free Music Archive
License: CC BY 4.0
9 Mar 2026
The Intentional Leader: Trust, Resilience, and the Courage to Begin Again with Kyle Cahill
In this episode, we sit down with Kyle Cahill, the founder of Grow & Co and a respected leader in the Texas landscaping industry. Kyle shares his transition from working on multi-million dollar projects at a major firm in Dallas to starting his own business from his garage in Houston.We dive deep into:His Journey to Horticulture: How a summer spent working in a Mississippi lumberyard after Hurricane Katrina led him to discover his passion for horticulture science at Texas A&M.The "Back to Basics" Mindset: Kyle discusses the humility required to go from managing large teams to personally mulching neighbors' yards to build his first team.Overcoming the Fear of Failure: A candid look at the mental challenges of starting over and the "hill and valley" seasons of entrepreneurship.Whether you are an aspiring entrepreneur or a seasoned leader, Kyle’s story is a masterclass in stewardship, consistency, and building a people-first culture.Remember to tune in on Climbing. every month!Intro & Outro Music:Title: 21Artist: KetsaSource: Free Music ArchiveLicense: CC BY 4.0
10 Nov 2025
Building an Empire From Scratch with Joshua Gámez
In this inspiring and tactical interview, we sit down with Joshua Gamez, Founder and CEO of East Coast Facilities, Inc., to unpack the blue-collar blueprint for building an empire rooted in purpose, hard work, and faith.
Joshua, a first-generation Mexican-American, shares his journey from cleaning windows in New Jersey river towns to leading a dynamic multi-company organization. This conversation is essential for any entrepreneur facing financial hurdles, looking to scale their service business, or seeking to lead with a true mission.
Remember to tune in on Climbing. every month!
Chapters:
00:00 - Introduction
03:49 - Humble Beginnings: The First-Generation Mexican-American Journey
07:09 - Why I Became an Entrepreneur (and wanted to win)
10:58 - The Hardest Business Lessons: Revenue & Cash Flow Management
14:50 - The CEO's Crisis Mentality: "I Have Nothing to Lose"
17:14 - Navigating Financial Catastrophe (The "No-Snow" Winter)
18:46 - Why I Run To The Fight (The Power of Discipline)33:14 - Scaling Systems: Building a Digital Operations Manual
37:01 - Advice for New Entrepreneurs: You Can't Give Up / Embrace the Suck
46:33 - Lightning Round
49:10 - What Joshua Gámez Wants His Legacy To Be
Intro Music:
Title: Longer Wait
Artist: Ketsa
Source: Free Music Archive
License: CC BY 4.0
Outro Music:
Title: Tide Turns
Artist: Ketsa
Source: Free Music Archive
License: CC BY 4.0
7 Oct 2025
From Middle School Side Hustle to Landscaping Powerhouse with Mike Haynes
From mowing lawns as a middle schooler to founding The Loving Companies and building NextDaySod.com, Mike Haynes has turned hard work, vision, and purpose into real impact.
In this episode of Climbing., we dive deep into his journey his “why,” the lessons that shaped him, and how he’s transforming communities while growing powerhouse businesses.
From custom landscaping to innovative software, Mike’s story is full of insights on leadership, resilience, and purpose.
This isn’t just a story, it’s a reminder that every step, no matter how small, can lead to something extraordinary.
Chapters:
01:38: Mike's Background and Work Ethic
03:03: College vs. Entrepreneurship
15:05: A CEO's Morning Routine
16:23: Navigating the Valleys through Mentors
27:02: A Guide to Mentors
31:54: Finding a mentor
36:14: Recruiting the Right Fit
45:44: Mike's Legacy
51:32: Rapid Fire Questions
Intro and Outro music:
Title: Tide Turns
Artist: Ketsa
Source: Free Music Archive
License: CC BY 4.0
1 Sept 2025
Legacy: Family, Law, and Landscaping with Brandon Sheppard
Join us for an insightful conversation with Brandon Sheppard, a key force behind Weed Man's explosive growth and a sub-franchisor for the Southern Region. As a leader in the lawn care and landscaping industry, Brandon has built a legacy not just through business, but by developing people and elevating an entire industry.
In this episode, we dive into Brandon's unique journey, from growing up in a middle-class family in Ontario, Canada , to earning a law degree from West Virginia University with no intention of practicing law. Discover how the intellectual exercise of problem-solving from his legal education became a powerful tool in his entrepreneurial career.
We explore the challenges and rewards of working with family, as Brandon shares how he and his father, along with his younger brother, navigated building a business while maintaining strong personal relationships.
Brandon offers invaluable advice for aspiring entrepreneurs, emphasizing the importance of planning and adaptability. He stresses that while plans may be useless, the process of planning is everything, preparing you to be nimble when things go wrong. We also discuss the mindset needed to overcome doubts and setbacks, highlighting the power of surrounding yourself with good mentors and the humility to ask for help.
Finally, we hear Brandon's vision for the landscaping industry, focusing on how it can be seen as a solution for building healthier communities and addressing environmental challenges.
Remember to tune in on Climbing. every month.
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Intro and Outro music:
Title: Tide Turns
Artist: Ketsa
Source: Free Music Archive
License: CC BY 4.0
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