TAG IV - Truett Giles

Interested in starting your own entrepreneurial journey but unsure what to expect? Then read up on our interview with Truett Giles, founder of TAG IV, LLC., located in Plattsmouth, NB, USA.

What's your business, and who are your customers?

TAG IV is in the business of helping people turn their lawns into something that they can brag about. We offer everything to help turn your lawn into a green masterpiece. TAG is always striving to be the best that we can. We want to not only make the yard look amazing, but we also want to build a great connection with our customers. We offer services for both commercial and residential.

Tell us about yourself

My name is Truett Giles, and I started my company when I was about 12 years old. My parents wanted to start me young by owning a business, so they had me try mowing some lawns. As I got old, I learned that I had a lot of fun mowing and taking care of people's yards. I loved the smile that people had once I was done. The joy that people get when I help them with their lawns is definitely something that keeps me going. Once I hit about 16, I wanted to create a lawn care company that could help everyone. I really started learning how to take care of my customer's lawns. Once I learned how to take care of lawn properly, I really wanted to help more people. Now I'm trying to make sure I have the best equipment for the job and the best employees so I can take care of my customer's lawn like my own.

What's your biggest accomplishment as a business owner?

My biggest accomplishment would definitely be how far my business has come. I still can't believe that I started with a box truck and just a push mower.

What's one of the hardest things that come with being a business owner?

I would have to say one of the hardest things about being a business owner is how much responsibility you have. I wouldn't know that it's a bad thing; it's crazy to think how much you grow from all your obligations.

What are the top tips you'd give to anyone looking to start, run and grow a business today?

Invest as much as you can into yourself. I found the more I invest in myself, the more my business grows.
Find your why. Don't go into a business just for the money. Money only solves money problems.
Don't be scared to fail. We all fail. Just keep at it and learn from your mistakes.

Where can people find you and your business?

Website: https://www.tagivllc.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/tagivllc/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tagiv_llc/

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