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We sit down with local business owners, industry experts, entrepreneurs, and community leaders to bring you their stories, expertise, and a behind-the-scenes look at what makes Ottawa great.
Whether you’re looking for valuable insight, a bit of entertainment, or just a chance to get to know your neighbour's, The Dore Podcast is your place to listen, learn, and connect.
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DORE Podcast Ep.37 | Jared Hamilton –Building Business Resilience & Curb Appeal
In our 37th episode of the DORE Podcast, host Dan Dore sits down with Jared Hamilton, owner of Mountainview Turf, to talk about leadership, resilience, and transforming outdoor spaces into valuable assets.
From boosting curb appeal and property value with professional grounds maintenance, to adopting systems, digital tools, and even AI to streamline operations, Jared shares his unique perspective as a leader who was thrust into business ownership at just 19. We dive into his journey, the challenges he’s faced, and the strategies that keep Mountainview Turf thriving in a competitive industry.
🌱 What you’ll learn in this episode:
• How consistent, well-managed grounds boost tenant satisfaction & property value
• The importance of systems, SOPs, and processes vs. relying on “superheroes”
• Going paperless & using AI to improve efficiency and client response times
• Lessons in resilience during operational and family health crises
• Applying soil health principles as a framework for sustainable business growth
• How to win and retain institutional contracts (government & large clients)
• Insights on leadership, family business, and calm decision-making under pressure
✨ Whether you’re a property owner, landlord, business leader, or simply someone who values resilience and innovation, this episode is packed with takeaways you won’t want to miss.
00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome
00:20 The Story of Mountain View Turf
02:45 Family Involvement in the Business
03:46 Diversification and Year-Round Operations
04:34 The Importance of Curb Appeal
06:10 Transition to Paperless Operations
18:24 Challenges and Resilience
25:25 The Reality of Business Challenges
26:38 Stages of Business Growth
27:47 Implementing Effective Systems
29:23 Training and Delegation
35:11 Core Values in Business
39:49 Family Dynamics in Business
45:00 Conclusion and Final Thoughts
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🔗 Connect with Jared Hamilton & Mountainview Turf:
🌐 Website: https://mountainviewturf.com
📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mountainviewturf
📘 Facebook: https://m.facebook.com/mountainviewturf
💼 LinkedIn (Company): https://www.linkedin.com/company/mountainviewturf
👤 LinkedIn (Jared Hamilton): https://www.linkedin.com/in/jaredwilliamhamilton
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🔗 DORE Property Management & Blackburn Landing:
🌐 Websites:
• https://www.dorerentals.com
• https://www.dorepropertymanagement.com
• https://www.doremultiresidential.com
• https://www.blackburnlanding.com
📧 Email: admin@dorerentals.com
📱 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dorepropertymanagement
📘 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dorepropertymanagement
💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dorerentals
🏢 Blackburn Landing:
• Website: https://www.blackburnlanding.com
• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/share/1H4YVEubbV/?mibextid=wwXIfr
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