Lauren Heartsill Dowdle (TLC)Design-BuildCan you be too honest?Honesty is an important trait for business owners to have — but is it possible to be too honest? The short answer is, “No.” While the truth might not always be what someone wants to hear — or what you want to say — it is always best in the long run. Here are 3 […]September 30, 2014Design-BuildHow To Create Complete Outdoor Living SpacesA lighting project soon turns into a complete outdoor living space renovation. What started as an outdoor lighting project for these Beaverton, Oregon, homeowners soon became a backyard transformation after they met with Lewis Landscape Services. “We noticed the clients had this nice area in their yard where a paver patio had been installed previously, […]September 29, 2014BusinessHow to operate skid steers properly, safelyFollow and share these tips on how to operate skid steers with your workers to prevent dangerous and deadly accidents from happening on the jobsite.September 26, 2014Design-BuildHow Carolinas Landscaper Found SuccessBuilding a successful landscape business is no easy task, something Scott Reister, owner of TG&R Landscape Group in Rock Hill, South Carolina, understands. But in the past two decade, he has grown his business into one of the top in the country. Here are his four secrets to success. [youtube x6JttElRp9s nolink] 1. Reputation. “Having […]September 26, 2014BusinessBringing a Taste of Sin City to the West CoastWhat happens in Vegas shouldn’t always stay there, and Lifescapes International proves that with this rooftop project.September 25, 2014Design-BuildWhy Aren’t You Marketing Your Business?Landscapers know marketing is important, but many choose to ignore it. Exercise, eat your veggies, quit your bad habits and you’ll be healthy. Easy enough, right? We all know what it takes to stay in shape – there’s no secret to the process. But knowing and doing are two totally different things. Turns out, that’s […]September 24, 2014Design-BuildHow Not To Run Your Business Like the NFLThe NFL continues to take hits for how it has handled all of the recent domestic and child abuse cases, and there doesn’t seem to be a resolution coming anytime soon. You would think a large, profitable business like the NFL would know how to address all of these issues, but they have proven that […]September 19, 2014BusinessWhat To Do in Louisville for GIE+EXPOThe biggest show in the landscape industry is just a month away. While there will be plenty to do at the expo center Oct. 23 to 24 – such as operating equipment, meeting with manufacturers and seeing new products – don’t forget about all there is to see in the city.September 18, 2014Design-BuildFive words to say dailyYou 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, 2014Design-BuildWhat to Look for at GIE+EXPOThis year, the spotlight is going to be on educational seminars and UTVs at GIE+EXPO, which will be Oct. 22-24 in Louisville, Kentucky. The industry’s biggest show has always offered seminars and classes, but now there will be ones in Spanish. Attendees can participate in two free Spanish-language seminars from the National Hispanic Exposition Center […]September 17, 2014Previous PagePage 7 of 88Next PageTop StoriesHomeCan-Am redesigns 2026 Defender UTV: More power, smarter tech, added comfortOverhauled from the ground up, the new UTV packs a 95-horsepower engine, beefed-up suspension, and a tech-loaded cab with class-leading space.HomeOTR debuts Prowler tireHomeCertification Center at Equip Exposition helps landscapers get aheadHomeQuick data: Top-selling mini excavators in 2024-2025HomeHemi V8 or Cummins Diesel? – 2026 Ram 2500 HD offers hefty choice
