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How Some Hazmat Franchises Are Hitting $1M Revenue

From asbestos to meth labs, Jim’s Hazmat division is booming. Hear how everyday Aussies are scaling to 7 figures—and how you can break into this surprising goldmine. ⏱️ Timestamps: 0:00 – How Gary hit $1M 4:00 – What Hazmat a...

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April 15, 2025

How Some Hazmat Franchises Are Hitting $1M Revenue

From asbestos to meth labs, Jim’s Hazmat division is booming. Hear how everyday Aussies are scaling to 7 figures—and how you can break into this surprising goldmine. ⏱️ Timestamps: 0:00 – How Gary hit $1M 4:00 – What Hazmat a...

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April 8, 2025

Cancer Survivor gives Jim’s laundry franchise a go! Interview with He…

This episode is using the title that Heidi suggested as well :) A great story about what a Jim's franchise can do for someone in a short amount of time. Heidi shares about what this division can offer and the services it can ...

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April 6, 2025

From South Africa to New Zealand into a Jim's Handyman Franchise!

Stuck in the grind of long commutes and exhausting hours in corporate life, Graham knew something had to change. With a background in manufacturing and a desire to spend more time with his family, he found the answer in Jim’s...

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April 1, 2025

The Secrets to 20 Years of Franchise Success: Lessons from Jim’s Carp…

What does it take to not just survive but thrive in the competitive world of carpet cleaning? For Jim’s Carpet Cleaning franchisee Peter Karaoglanis, it comes down to strong customer relationships, smart marketing strategies,...

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March 25, 2025

Franchising Success with Haydar Hussein: Jim’s Cleaning Group’s Big P…

What does it take to dominate an entire industry? For Jim’s Cleaning Group, the answer is simple: a proven franchise system, trusted brand, top-tier training, and relentless support for franchisees. With over 1,700 franchises...

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March 20, 2025

Live Franchisee Interview Replay with Gavin from Jim's Mowing

Leaving behind a 24-year retail career wasn’t easy, but for Gavin Piazza, it was the decision that changed everything. Tired of the long hours and limited flexibility, Gavin made the bold move to buy a Jim’s Mowing franchise—...

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About the Hosts

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Jim Penman

CEO/Founder/Franchising Icon of Australia

CEO and Founder of the Jim's Group

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Joel Kleber

Host and CMO

CMO for the Jim's Group and host of the podcast.

Reviews

Great insight into and Australian icon

"A great insight into the principles that drive Jim in business and life. His sincerity and commitment to service shine through. Thanks to Jim and Joel for making this podcast available to people outs…"

dylannickelson | Jan. 14, 2022

Great innovation

"Great innovation and so unique to the Australian franchising industry that one of its biggest players has its own podcast. Jim is great and provides so much value in every episode."

realtalkpod | July 10, 2020

The Jimscast

"An open, authentic and informative discussion series"

sim76w | July 19, 2019