Lindsey GetzDesign-BuildAddressing standing water in landscape bedsExcess rainfall or drainage issues can lead to standing water in your client’s landscape beds. Unfortunately, this can cause a number of problems including water-logged plants, disease conditions, and even creating a breeding ground for mosquitoes.August 31, 2021BusinessAre you making these 5 common hiring mistakes?Making hiring mistakes, such as failing to be focused on hiring at all times, can set you back in this already-difficult job market.August 30, 2021BusinessLevel-up your employee training through standards, processesAdding a formal training program with standardized systems can make a big difference in results and effectiveness.August 26, 2021BusinessHow one landscaper worked to bring the Field of Dreams to lifeEarlier this month, those who tuned in to watch the “Field of Dreams” game between the Chicago White Sox and the New York Yankees, got to see the iconic Kevin Costner movie immortalized in a real-life stadium. The field was brought to life by BrightView.August 25, 2021MaintenanceUnderstanding soil types for your clientsKnowing the differences between fill dirt, topsoil, garden mix, and compost can help you make the best choice for your clients.August 24, 2021BusinessLawn care in a box? Competing against lawn care subscription servicesThese days homeowners love the idea of home subscription services. But are lawn care subscription kits a legitimate threat to lawn care professionals? Knowing how to compete against "lawn care in a box" is important.August 23, 2021MaintenanceDIY soil testing: Is it everything your clients hope for?As more clients come to understand the value of healthy soil, they might inquire about DIY soil test kits. But these options fall short of what a professional lab analysis can offer.August 20, 2021BusinessHelp your clients choose the best indoor plantsAs a landscape professional with horticultural expertise and experience, you can offer added value to your clients by being able to answer their questions about indoor plants.August 18, 2021BusinessConsidering emotional intelligence in the hiring processWhen hiring for your landscaping business, chances are, you may focus on skills and work ethic. But looking at "emotional intelligence" is also important.August 17, 2021BusinessRent a chicken? Landscaper sees upsides to adding chickens to operationAdding chickens to this landscape company's headquarters location brought unexpected benefits including a business idea.August 16, 2021Previous PagePage 2 of 9Next PageTop StoriesBusinessLawn care company owner adds quality assurance manager positions and sees drop in callbacksIn many industries, a quality assurance manager is a relatively common position. Adding a position like this to a lawn or landscaping company can have a lot of benefits.BusinessThere’s a new pest in town—and this landscaper is fighting backMaintenanceSeeing brown patches in your clients' lawns? It could be fungusBusinessStaying engaged with employee surveysBusinessLandscaper uses employee referral rewards to recruit and retain
