Lauren Heartsill Dowdle (TLC)Design-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, 2014Design-BuildTop 25 Motivational Quotes for Business OwnersEvery one needs a little inspiration sometimes. And what better way to be motivated than hearing from some of the top current and past leaders and innovators. Here are 25 quotes to keep you — and your business — going. 1. “Your reputation is more important than your paycheck, and your integrity is worth more […]September 16, 2014Previous PagePage 7 of 88Next PageTop StoriesEquipmentCASE upsizes equipment for landscaping teams geared toward growthAn all-new mini excavator, a full-sized wheel loader, upgraded compact wheel loaders, and new options for rough-terrain forklifts give landscapers more ways to grow their business.EquipmentGMC’s 2024 electric Sierra Denali set to hit dealerships in summerEquipmentExmark introduces Quest V-Series electric zero-turn mowerBusinessBartlett Tree Experts announces new arboretum, research labEquipmentFirstgreen launches new Rockeat line of remote-control electric skid steers