July 22, 2022 - The Edge from the National Association of Landscape Professionals

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5 Ways to Make the Workplace More Welcoming

In the workplace, it’s incredibly important to create an approachable environment that will encourage employees to want to come to work every day and give their best possible performance. It’s crucial to avoid a negative atmosphere, so, how exactly can you make the workplace more welcoming? Start Off Prepared It’s beneficial to know a bit […]

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Gather Round the Campfire at ELEVATE!

One of the major benefits of attending NALP events is the opportunity to network with other industry peers. If you’re planning to attend ELEVATE, make sure to head to the expo show floor, which opens at 3 p.m. on Monday, Sept. 19. Here you’ll find experts who offer the equipment, products and technology solutions you […]

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Level Up: Blue Claw Associates, Inc. Is Scaling Up Rapidly

Our Level Up series shares the strategies that help landscape and lawn care companies get to the next level. Blue Claw Associates, Inc., based in Osterville, Massachusetts, has experienced explosive growth over the past four years. They’ve gone from having two employees in 2018 to 59 on staff currently. However, this isn’t owner Ian McCarthy’s […]

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Lawn Care Corner: Drought and Other Causes of Brown Spots in the Lawn

As I am writing this article, we are witnessing a heat wave impacting much of the U.S. and this brings about a significant impact on cool-season grasses, as this weather pattern impacts turfgrass growth and overall appearance. On the other hand, warm-season grasses thrive in the summer months; however, the hot and humid weather conditions […]

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Team Building: The Pros and Cons of Profit Sharing

If you’re looking for new recruiting and retention tools for your staff, one option is providing a profit-sharing plan. If your company is winning in terms of profitability, this program can help ensure your team is winning as well. Pros and Cons One of the main benefits of a profit-sharing plan is it helps make […]

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Work Smarter, Not Harder: Tech Tools That Improve Operational Efficiency

With seasonal businesses, efficiency is everything. You can’t add more hours to the day, but you can use your time wisely by taking advantage of a wide range of technology. “It’s all about being more efficient,” says Tom Gardocki, owner of New Era Excavation, LLC, based in Londonderry, New Hampshire. “Technology should equal efficiency if […]

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