The Outscaper Podcast - What It Takes to Grow a Profitable Outdoor Living Company with Kyle Stevens

Are you a landscaper, hardscaper, or outdoor living pro trying to grow a real business—but feel like burnout is always right around the corner? In this pilot episode of *The Outscaper Podcast*, Nick Conley sits down with Kyle Stevens of Lux Pool and Spas to talk about what it really takes to build a company that doesn’t depend on you laying every paver or closing every deal.

They dive into the hidden challenges of scaling, why most rebrands fail, and what it looks like to become a *dispensable CEO*—someone who’s built a team, a system, and a business that runs without them. If you’ve ever felt stuck between the field and the office, this episode is for you.

📅 Want help growing your business? Book a free strategy call with Nick: [https://tektongrowth.com/contact#sect...](https://tektongrowth.com/contact#sect...)

*You’ll Walk Away With:*

The mindset shift from craftsman to leader—and why it’s so hard
How to delegate without losing control
What branding actually means for contractors trying to grow
Why mentorship and coaching matter more than ever
The real cost of doing everything yourself—and how to break the cycle

*About Today’s Guest: Kyle Stevens*
Kyle Stevens is the founder of Lux Pool and Spas in Rochester, NY. With decades of experience in landscaping and design-build projects, Kyle leads a company focused on luxury outdoor living spaces. He’s also the owner of KDS Design Studios, helping contractors nationwide win high-end clients through design, systems, and leadership.

*Connect With Kyle:*
Website: [https://www.luxpoolandspa.com](https://www.luxpoolandspa.com)
Instagram: [https://www.instagram.com/poolsbylux/...](https://www.instagram.com/poolsbylux/...)


*Connect With Nick (Host):*
Website: [https://www.tektongrowth.com](https://www.tektongrowth.com)
Facebook (Personal): [  / nicklaus.conley.2025  ](  / nicklaus.conley.2025  )
Facebook Group (Free): [  / 535809079205051  ](  / 535809079205051  )
Skool Group (Coaching): [https://www.skool.com/contractor-mark...](https://www.skool.com/contractor-mark...)
YouTube Channel: [   / @nicklausconley  ](   / @nicklausconley  )
Book a Free Strategy Call: [https://tektongrowth.com/contact#sect...](https://tektongrowth.com/contact#sect...)

*About The Show*
The Outscaper Podcast is for outdoor living pros who want to grow real businesses—landscapers, hardscapers, deck builders, and design-build contractors. Each episode features honest conversations about leadership, marketing, systems, and scaling in one of the toughest trades in construction.