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Paid to Rainscape
Managing stormwater has become a hot industry topic for many landscapers and municipalities.
January 15, 2013
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Prep Grass for Spring
The new year is here – and to ensure you and your lawn are prepared for the upcoming year, Grass Seed USA and other natural-turf specialists have come together to develop an easy 12-month lawn-care plan to help guide your lawn maintenance throughout 2013.
January 14, 2013
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December Sees Uptick in Small Business Jobs
Small businesses reported an uptick in new jobs in December over November, according to a monthly survey issued by the National Federation of Independent Business. The average change in workers per firm increased to 0.03 from a negative 0.04 in November, a swing that NFIB chief economics William Dunkelberg characterized as “essentially zero” in The […]
January 11, 2013
Now Hiring
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How Environmentalists Have Changed
One of the pleasures of going home for the holidays is sometimes finding the books I  left behind in college and getting to reread them. This year I stumbled upon a 1977 copy of John McPhee’s Encounters with the Archdruid. The book concerns three trips McPhee took with the “Archdruid,” David Brower, the controversial executive […]
January 9, 2013
Al Gore
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Pesticide practices: Label lessons
Why users should read pesticide labels every application. Professionals from all segments of the green industry, including lawn care and golf course turf management, indicated they always read the pesticide label prior to using a product for the first time, according to a Journal of Extension study.
January 8, 2013
Pesticide Label
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Why Get Certified?
Becoming certified in any profession is important, but in landscaping, it’s more than just the potential pay raise or the extra title on a business card.
January 4, 2013
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Exceeding Limitations
Overlooking the Newfound Lake in Alexandria, New Hampshire, this backyard retreat serves as the perfect spot for restful afternoons and fire-lit evenings. Natures Elite Landscaping (natureselitenh.com) constructed the sitting area by first clearing the constrained space.
January 3, 2013
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Putting Customers First
For our 2013 Landscapers of the Year, Nancy Marshall and Becky Whitacre of Smalls Landscaping, their clients are more than a paycheck to them.
January 3, 2013
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What To Expect
In 2013, small business owners will contend with many of the same issues that made it hard to run their companies during the past 12 months. They’re also heading into the new year with a lot of uncertainty. It’s unlikely negotiations in Congress will resolve all of lawmakers’ disagreements over tax and budget issues that affect […]
December 31, 2012
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The importance of having an exit strategy
This year I thought I would share some thoughts “between the holidays” at the end of 2012. This time of year, many business owners take the opportunity to both look backward over the year that is coming to a close and to look forward and make plans for the coming year. There is certainly no shortage of articles in trade magazines, blog posts or webinars on various aspects of strategic planning.
December 28, 2012
Exit Strategy
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In the know: Winter operation tips
To help you operate safely and prevent damage to your machines, we've assembled a helpful list of 21 best practices you should remember when starting and using them in cold weather.
December 28, 2012
Winter Equipment Operation
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Global Warming: The Ultimate Conspiracy Theory?
If I were to ever concoct the perfect conspiracy theory it would involve something nobody could control (like the weather), be blamed on something people hate (too many cars) and be prophesied by a group of group of mysterious priests whom everybody respects, but nobody understands (scientists).
December 27, 2012
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No More Silent Night
Long gone are the days of simply hanging a wreath on your front door or blowing up an inflatable snowman for the front yard. Now, homeowners want their Christmas lights to be bigger and brighter than the year before. Even musical-lighting displays have evolved: The traditional melodies of Christmas carols have been replaced with the heavy […]
December 23, 2012
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O, Christmas Tree
Landscapers fight obstacles to light up a city. Timberland Outdoor Services illuminated St. Paul’s parks, streets and holiday season with towering beacons of light.
December 20, 2012
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Set Yourself Apart
If you’ve been on the site lately, you’ve noticed we’ve announced the 12 finalists for Equipment World’s 2013 Contractor of the Year. I love this program. Visiting finalists is one of the best parts of my job; they always turn out to be great people I feel privileged to know. So, every year I jump at the chance to help sister magazine Total Landscape Care with their crop of Landscaper of the Year finalists, who are also amazing.
December 19, 2012
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Who is John Deere?
Logos. A simple picture says a thousand words. However, what exactly are those words?
December 18, 2012
John Deere, Founder and President 1837-1886
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A quick look at zero-based budgeting
Each year when fall hits, all the Weed Man franchisees gather together to form a zero-based budgeting plan for the subsequent year, creating a detailed agenda for how to generate new customers.
December 17, 2012
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Common Design Mistakes
If you’re planning to fork over big bucks to create the outdoor living space of your dreams, or even do it yourself, you can’t afford mistakes. The more time you spend on the design by reviewing its nuances, the more familiar you will be when the outcome is realized.
December 14, 2012
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