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 to learn. And, while owning your own business comes with many upsides, it can sometimes feel like you’re doing it…
Continue Reading3 Ways to Become a Better Salesperson and Grow Your Landscape Company
When you own a landscape company, you’re in the sales industry whether you see it that way or not. Because without customers, there is no business. As our friend and strategic partner Marty Grunder says, “Nothing happens until someone sells something.” We all know this is true, but there are still so many people who…
Continue ReadingThe Value of Hiring a Business Coach for Your Landscape Company
Hiring the right business coach is the best money you can invest in your landscaping company. But what is a coach and what do they really do? Most people assume that a business coach acts as a listening ear, an accountability partner, or a best friend who cheers you on. That couldn’t be further from…
Continue ReadingThe Top Hiring Mistakes Landscape Companies Make (And What To Do Instead)
Even the best landscape companies have made some pretty terrible hiring mistakes. It’s easy to do when there’s a position that needs to be filled fast. If you’ve ever found yourself onboarding a new team member just to do it all over again only a few months later, know that you’re not alone. Learning how…
Continue ReadingHow to Build the Best Landscaping Team in the Business
Are you hiring? You should be. Even if your landscaping business is fully staffed this season, it’s important to always be looking for new team members. The best landscape companies are always hiring, even when there isn’t an open job opening available. Don’t wait until you have to turn away business because you’re understaffed to…
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