Lauren Heartsill Dowdle (TLC)Design-BuildThree behaviors that scare employeesDon't you hate when someone starts a sentence with "we need to talk"? Or, do you get embarrassed when someone calls you out in front of your peers? You aren't the only one who likes to avoid these situations; they can also scare your employees.August 23, 2013Design-BuildBest Home Garden in the World?As I’m sure you will all agree, maintaining gardens is a full-time job. And one British man takes this literally. Stuart Grindle, 70, spends 30 hours a week to keep this former vegetable plot in its current picture-perfect state, according to the U.K.’s Associated Newspapers. Grindle has been mowing his yard six times a week […]August 22, 2013BusinessHelmet Detects Carbon MonoxideWorking around gasoline-powered hand tools makes you susceptible to carbon monoxide poisoning. It’s difficult to detect this deadly gas, so a group of Virginia Tech students and professors came up with an award-winning solution. They integrated a pulse oximetry sensor into a construction helmet to monitor the user’s blood gas saturation levels. By wearing the […]August 21, 2013Design-Build4 things to look for on resumesFinding good employees is a vital part of your business’s success, so wouldn’t you like to be able to spot good and bad future employees right away? Here are a few things you should watch out for if you see them on a potential employee’s resume, according to Under30Media. 1. Too many jobs: You need […]August 21, 2013BusinessFour ingredients for the perfect outdoor kitchenA dash of concrete mixed with a pinch of nature and grilled well on open flames can cook up an inviting outdoor kitchen if all of the elements are combined correctly.August 19, 2013Design-BuildHow to make Facebook work for youHow 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, 2013Design-BuildShould Lawns Be Banned?When I first started reading this article, “Ban Lawns,” I thought it was a joke or satire. But sadly, after digging a little deeper, I think there’s someone out there who actually believes lawns should be outlawed. Yes, there are times artificial turf or xeriscapes are the best solution for an area. But this writer […]August 14, 2013HomeLast Day to Enter to Win MowerIf you haven’t entered, or you want to enter again, today is the last day to put your name in the mix to win the Exmark Commercial 30 mower. Whether your current walk-behinds are spending more time in the shop than on a yard or you just want to expand your fleet, here’s your chance […]August 14, 2013Design-BuildHow To Manage Cash FlowAfter 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, 2013Design-BuildGet Your Business in the Big GameI think it’s safe to say more people watch the Super Bowl each year to see the commercials than to pull for one of the teams. So, how would you like to have a commercial for your landscape business broadcasted to millions during the big game? Intuit, a financial software company based in California, is […]August 12, 2013Previous PagePage 38 of 88Next PageTop StoriesHomeChevy’s 2026 Colorado revealed: 5 trims for work to off-road funCheck out the trims, features and starting MSRPs for Chevy's new midsize pickup truck.HomeIgnite Attachments introduces soil conditioner for compact tractorsHome2026 GMC Canyon revealed: 4 trims, 7,700 lbs. towing, loads of featuresHomeGravely launches OVIS-X brush mower with redesigned controllerHomeKubota introduced products across three segments at Equip Expo
