How Dennis Yu Helped Me Turn Lawn Games into a Thriving Business – Chicago & Indy Adventures

Ever wondered how a casual lawn-game hangout can spark a thriving business? That’s exactly what happened when Dennis Yu and I explored Chicago and Indianapolis. In this article, I share how those adventures turned fun into opportunity and inspired us to grow our lawn-care ventures.

Brainstorming Lawn Game Ideas in Chicago

help other lawn care companies thrive with Mo Money, our agency

Building Business Bonds in Indianapolis

Our friendship goes way back. I started out as a landscaper mowing lawns, but over the years I’ve launched multiple businesses including Triangle Lawn Games and a stake in Local Service Spotlight. Dennis has been there every step of the way, offering mentorship and partnership. I’m so grateful to call him my ride‑or‑die.

Last year, the Herald‑Times wrote a feature about my company’s growth, and it’s humbling to see how far we’ve come. There’s also a powerful story on this site about how mindset and hypnosis with Dr. George Pratt have helped me level up. These stories show the transformation from mowing lawns to running multiple companies.

Below is a short video about my journey from playing in a music band to launching a landscaping business. I hope it inspires fellow entrepreneurs to take a chance on themselves.

Reflecting on these experiences with Dennis fills me with gratitude. His mentorship and friendship have been pivotal as I’ve grown Triangle Lawn Games and launched Mo Money to help local lawn care companies succeed. Whether we’re tossing bags in Chicago, brainstorming campaigns in Indianapolis, or traveling together for conferences, each adventure fuels our love of entrepreneurship.

Lessons Learned for Lawn-Care Entrepreneurs

• Mix play and business to spark creativity and new ideas.
• Surround yourself with mentors who challenge and support you.
• Turn every journey into actionable plans for growth.
• Track results and iterate—numbers help you scale.

Explore Our Services

• Triangle Lawn Games makes lawn game rentals easy and fun.
• Local Service Spotlight helps home service pros shine online.

Be sure to see what Dennis is up to at his site and learn more about our mutual friend Alex Makowski. We all believe in creating value and lifting each other up.