We formed McFarlin Stanford to be the go-to resource for landscape companies who are very good at everything on the outside, but struggling with the back office. Basically, we are the resource we wished we'd had when we were building a successful landscape business.
We hope you enjoy the insights and resources below and hope they help you strengthen your team and grow your business!
News & Resources
How to Get Connected to Other Landscape Industry Leaders & Why it Matters
Whether you own a landscape business in a metropolitan city with several other lawn care companies or you service a smaller town with less competition, it’s nice to meet other landscape industry leaders for a... Continue reading→
How to Create a Business Development Plan
Is it just us or is it hard to believe we’re already halfway through Q1? Seems like just yesterday we were setting goals and intentions for 2023 and now we’re checking in to see the... Continue reading→
The Leading Events of the Landscape Industry
What goals did you set for 2023? Want to get more involved in your industry? Hoping to meet other like-minded business owners? If taking your landscape business to the next level is on your agenda... Continue reading→
How Do I Hire the Best Landscape Employees?
Like any industry, who you bring onto the team can make a major impact on your company’s success–and the same is true for lawn care businesses. Despite having cutting-edge tools and a city full of... Continue reading→
Who Should Join a Peer Group?
If you own a lawn care business, you’ve come to the right spot. Why? As a landscape professional, you’ve likely noticed there is a ton of work involved in the industry – and even more... Continue reading→
5 Mistakes New Leaders Make
All too often, landscape business owners find themselves in a leadership role and start to wonder “now what?” You’re excited to be in this position, but you aren’t sure how to lead effectively. Well, remember... Continue reading→
3 Essential Steps for Recruiting and Retaining Great Landscape Team Members
When it comes to growing your landscape company, finding ideal team members is the obvious first step, but what’s required to keep them is often overlooked. You were impressed by them during the hiring process,... Continue reading→
The Top 7 Business Tasks Landscape Companies Should Outsource
Running a successful landscape company requires more than just being great at taking care of properties. The reality is, most landscape owners are masters of the green industry, but aren’t well trained in the back... Continue reading→
How to Build a Successful Team Training Program for Your Landscape Company
Quality training is simply the best investment you can make for your landscape company. When you prioritize your team members’ growth and development, you’re guaranteed to get an ROI greater than any new mower or... Continue reading→
The 2 Types of Sales Personalities Every Landscape Team Needs
Anyone can learn to become a great salesperson. All it takes is a little training, a desire to serve your customers, and a whole lot of self awareness. The most successful salespeople know who they... Continue reading→