Tag: professional

Business

How to use references to gain new clients

Getting references is a tried-and-true job search tactic. Ask former co-workers and bosses for their contact info and attach it to a resume. When it comes to your landscaping business, obtaining references is similar to the ones you need for getting hired. There are a few more important elements to add for winning over potential […]

March 11, 2015

Design-Build

4 Places To See & Stay During GIE+EXPO

The biggest show in the industry, GIE+EXPO, is only two months away. But before you head to Louisville, Kentucky, to see the latest machines and products, figure out what all you want to do before you go. Here are some of the top places to visit and stay while in Louisville. 1. Louisville Slugger Museum […]

August 29, 2014

Design-Build

Brainless Monday: Disney Landscape Facts

I don’t know about you, but on Mondays, my goal is to just make it through the day. So, instead of a thought-provoking, deep piece about how to better your business, here are some just-plain-interesting facts about Walt Disney World Resort’s landscapes — because a little Disney makes the day brighter, right? (Plus, you can […]

May 5, 2014

Design-Build

4 things clients want you to do

As a homeowner, I’m constantly surprised at how difficult it is to work with professionals, whether it be a roofer, contractor or even landscaper. I constantly feel like I’m throwing money at them, begging them to actually come out and fix the problems. So for you professionals, here’s what us customers want — and need […]

April 9, 2014

Design-Build

Are You Using LinkedIn to its Full Potential?

Everyone knows LinkedIn is the professional’s play place of industry connections. But are you using the social media site to its full potential?

February 10, 2014

Business

Toro Kicks Off 100-Year Celebration

On July 10 of this year, The Toro Company will celebrate 100 years in business. As part of the year-long celebration, the company will be looking back at its achievements and success.

January 27, 2014

Class 3-6

Building a Secure Truck

A bed cap and custom surveyor cargo storage system protect valuable equipment and set the stage for serious work in the field. Land surveyors carry a variety of items in their pickups to the jobsite every day. But unlike typical landscape contractor’s tools, professional surveying equipment is sophisticated, expensive and delicate. It needs to be […]

January 21, 2014

Design-Build

Ask Not What Your Community Can Do For You

Stop thinking about your business for a second. Yes, running a landscape company requires a lot of focus, especially since it’s your livelihood. But, to take your business and community presence to another level, you’ll need to open your eyes to the people and needs in your town.

September 2, 2013

Business

Ariens Debuts Industry First with Auto-Turn Technology

Ariens Company has introduced an industry first. The company has implemented Auto-Turn steering technology on its line of Sno-Thro snow blowers.

August 20, 2013

Business

Simplot Company Acquires Key Turf Seed Programs

Several turf seed programs will be transferring hands soon. The J.R. Simplot Company and the Scotts Company have finalized an agreement to transfer several professional turf seed programs, including the Sea Spray Seashore paspalum, from Scotts to Simplot.

July 17, 2013

Business

Stihl Supports Removing Virginia’s Machinery, Tools Tax

The State of Virginia is considering eliminating the machinery and tools tax with the help of Stihl. Virginia Beach, Virginia, the home of Stihl, eliminated its machinery and tools tax back in July of 2011, and now the state is considering following the same footsteps.

June 21, 2013

Compact equipment

Grow, Trim & Illuminate Projects

Make those most out of your projects this summer by using the right products to get the job done the right way.

June 17, 2013