{"type":"rich","version":"1.0","provider_name":"Transistor","provider_url":"https://transistor.fm","author_name":"The Reveal","title":"Why Landscape Lighting Design Isn’t As Easy As It Looks","html":"","width":"100%","height":180,"duration":2515,"description":"People assume running a landscape lighting business is simple, just install a few lights and call it a day. But we believe it requires so much more. Recently, Sandy Beach Lighting & Design Co. was recognized as Lafayette Chamber of Commerce's Small Business of the Month. In this episode of The Reveal, Andy and Michelle Schwindler open up about the challenges, mistakes, and lessons that shaped their business. This conversation explores the realities of entrepreneurship, the evolution of Sandy Beach, and the responsibility that comes with serving clients at a high level.Key Takeaways:Great design is about the full experience, not just installationWhy the most meaningful outcomes happen when approached with intentionBuilding something worthwhile requires constant evolutionHighlights:(00:00) Small Business of the Month: The Unexpected Recognition(05:21) We don’t just install lights, we design experiences(10:24) The reality of running a small business(15:04) The weight of leadership and ownership(30:45) Legacy, growth, and building something that lastsResources:Andy’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/andrew-schwindler-963b5763/Michelle’s LinkedIn:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/michelle-schwindler-a7a84a23a/Sandy Beach LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/sandy-beach-lighting-and-designSandy Beach Website: https://sandybeachoutdoor.com/","thumbnail_url":"https://img.transistorcdn.com/mnnBL49pRCfVYa8pUDLn0457M1rd74cKEQcojuvdVbk/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:400/h:400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS8yZmYx/ZTNlZWNiYmFlOTZh/NjA3YzcwOTc0NmJm/ZmVmZi5wbmc.webp","thumbnail_width":300,"thumbnail_height":300}