Weber Mowing: You Grow It, We Mow It!

This month, we are fortunate to be meeting with two of Wishek’s youngest entrepreneurs. The owners of Weber Mowing, Aaron and Joel Weber share their insights on running a successful business and their insights are valuable to people of any age. At 15 years old and 13 years old, the Webers have been in business for several years already, when Joel started mowing lawns in fourth grade.

It all began when their dad, Jim, received a phone call from an elderly resident who needed her lawn mowed. Through the years, Weber Mowing has grown (no pun intended). When other kids their age are spending their summers playing video games and hanging out, Aaron and Joel spend about 3 days each week mowing lawns.

Even at their age, these two have been using savvy business practices. They have paid for their own equipment, gas and repairs. They have learned that running a business is about minimizing costs to maximize profits.

To drum up business, the Webers advertise. Their slogan, “You grow, we mow it” catches the attention of Wishek residents.

When asked what advice they would give other young entrepreneurs, Aaron stated, “Do something you like.” Joel says, “If you are going to do something, do a good job.” This is very good advice indeed.

What do these two like best about doing business in Wishek? The answer is simple. You know your customers. They say that they can trust who they are mowing for. They don’t have to worry about not getting paid. Plus, they have a short commute, which is a good thing when you are driving a mower!

Entrepreneurship is in the Webers' blood. Dad, Jim, is owner of Jim Weber Ford, located in Wishek. Uncle Greg is owner of Weber Plumbing, and Uncle Don is a painter. Both uncles also live in Wishek. When they grow up, Aaron wants to go into engineering and Joel wants to be an athletic trainer. With a successful business under their belts, these two will be able to take on any challenge their future careers may hand them.

If you are a budding entrepreneur, check out the U.S. Small Business Association’s website for teens at http://www.sba.gov/teens or contact Katie LaBree, Wishek Economic Development Coordinator at (701) 452-2371 or wishekjda@bektel.com