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The Greenery Inc.: Started from the bottom now we’re here

The Greenery Inc. was established in 1973 and still growing. See how they turned their small company to a lawn and landscape operation with over 600 employees.

April 6, 2017

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Exmark receives Nebraska Worker Training Program grants

The state of Nebraska is investing more than $22,000 in training Exmark employees at the company’s headquarters in Beatrice. Click to read more on the grants.

October 10, 2016

Now’s the time to prepare for winter snow and ice removal

Fall is here and it's time to shift focus from lawn care to snow removal. Click for tips to ensure equipment is ready to move by the first snowfall.

August 12, 2016

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Hiring tips: What to look for in seeking long-term workers

Landscaping is physical, which makes for big shoes to fill. Click for tips on how to pick the right candidates for your landscaping business the first time around.

August 5, 2016

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Take special care in using personality tests to assess workers

The fact that personality testing is a $500 million industry – and growing about 10 percent a year – shows there’s more to it than the silly variety one finds on social media.

February 29, 2016

Landscaping business consultant: Start the year strong

Landscaping industry expert Jeffrey Scott shares 8 steps to ensure a successful new year – & an invitation to his webinar to explore these strategies in depth.

January 26, 2016

Young landscaper’s keys to success: Communicate, give back

In his 12 years in business, Kirk Brown, owner of Kirk’s Lawn Care in Spring City, Pennsylvania, has developed five key strategies to keep his business thriving. From using technology to enhance communication and going above and beyond to give back to his community, Brown says he feels he has found his niche. He says […]

November 4, 2015

Kirk Brown, second from left, poses with his crew members. Kirk’s Lawn Care has grown steadily and Brown hopes to hire two more people next year.

4 ways to improve communication

Whether it’s a personal or professional relationship, all relationships need a clear line of communication. If there is no communication, you can bet your business will not be as successful.

October 17, 2014

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Five words to say daily

You talk to employees, clients, vendors and community members. But are you actually saying something meaningful? Here are five-word sentences you should say to people every day. 1. “I appreciate all you do.” A simple “thank you” can go a long way, so don’t forget to tell the people you work with that you appreciate […]

September 18, 2014

6 signs you’re a bad boss

Managing employees can be one of the toughest jobs you’ll face when running your company. Too often, landscapers build their business without having any training, guidance or expertise in how to deal with their people effectively.

August 1, 2014

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Technologies that increase efficiency for landscapers

As the landscaping and service industries continue to become more and more competitive, companies are continuously looking for ways to increase customer satisfaction, efficiencies and return on investment.

February 17, 2014

3 ways to keep valuable employees

Finding skilled and reliable employees can be a difficult task, so holding on to the ones you have becomes imperative for a successful landscaping business.

January 31, 2014

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