On this episode of Roots of Success, recruiter Josh Nguyen discusses the importance of having a diligent recruiting process to find the right candidates and ensure growth. We dive into the standard recruitment cycle, the importance of counter-offer conversations, and the significance of proper onboarding. We also discuss how to balance quality and speed in…
Continue ReadingEp. 003 – Persistent Pursuit: Sales Strategies For Long-Term Success
On this episode, Chris Psencik from McFarlin Stanford joins us to discuss how successful landscaping companies plan ahead for their workload and identify opportunities to fill gaps in their schedule. We also talk about the importance of customer focus, communication, and persistence when securing jobs, as well as exploring different opportunities to create balance for…
Continue ReadingHow 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 customers, your landscape company can’t grow without reliable employees you can trust to get the job done. Whether you’re just…
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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