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Design-Build

3 Gadgets for Your Clients

A lot of landscapers I’ve talked to lately say how much they love it when their clients spend time outside, actually enjoying and using their project after completion. To give homeowners an extra interest in this space, here are three gadgets you can add to their yard. These might not sell a project design or […]

January 15, 2014

Business

6 ways to increase business efficiency

Growing your lawn care and landscaping business can be just like growing lawns – it takes time, effort and knowledge, but with consistent effort, you can start to see results. So how can you increase the efficiency of your company? Here are six tips. 1. Pay close attention to what your customers are saying. Have […]

December 17, 2013

Design-Build

How to set yourself apart with hardscape projects

Many homeowners are unable to envision or afford all of the elements needed to create the perfect outdoor living space; they rely on professionals to point them in the right direction.

November 6, 2013

Design-Build

Gaining Respect for the Pros

Racing gave me more respect for professional drivers, and here’s how you can get the same respect from your clients.

September 16, 2013

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When Clients Fight Back

Making a client happy is the first priority for every landscaper, because dealing with the alternative could result in disaster.

August 30, 2013

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How to make Facebook work for you

How would you like a completely free marketing tool where you can find new clients, show off your projects and interact with current clients? And what if I told you it’s something you probably already use. That’s right: Facebook. This social media site has transformed from being a way to share personal updates to a […]

August 19, 2013

Design-Build

How To Manage Cash Flow

After reading all of our Landscaper of the Year applications, there was one hurdle most everyone mentioned having to overcome: keeping a steady cash flow. In the green industry, cash flow can be one of the hardest things to manage — but it is also the key to a successful business. Here are three tips […]

August 13, 2013

Business

How to deal with demanding customers

It’s the middle of the summer, and you have fielded the fifth call this week from the same customer complaining about seemingly minor issues most of which are outside of your control. You ask yourself, “Is this customer worth it?” “Can I ever make him/her happy?” “Where did this go wrong?” As landscape industry professionals, […]

August 1, 2013

Design-Build

Don’t overlook your opposition

Have you ever taken the time to look at your competition, and I mean really look? As gut wrenching and frustrating as it might be, your company could learn a thing or two from the competition around the corner. It’s never a good idea to think your company has mastered the industry and is picture perfect in your client’s eyes.

June 11, 2013

Landscaping equipment

Stand-on vs. ZTR mowers

Offering maintenance service requires a well-oiled business: tracking schedules, the weather, crews and clients. And a large part of the job relies on the equipment. To make sure you’re optimizing your mowers, use them in the right applications and know their strengths and weaknesses.

May 2, 2013

Design-Build

Glass half empty: Recognizing and changing negative bias

Have you ever heard of negativity bias? Unless you’re a psychologist or leadership guru, you probably haven’t. However, even if you’re not familiar with the term, you’re familiar with the effect.

April 2, 2013

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Free Webinar Can Change Your Business

Budgets are tight. And budgets are not only tight for your business, but also for every client.

March 27, 2013