2024 - Page 8 of 37 - The Edge from the National Association of Landscape Professionals

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Year: 2024

Does Your Landscape Company Need an Advisory Board?

As your landscape company grows, the need for a higher level of strategic guidance may be necessary. One of the ways to gain powerful insights is to create an advisory board so you have additional expertise you can tap into. ā€œWhen you grow outside of your skill set as a leader, that’s when I think […]

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Resilience in Action: How Landscape Companies Recover from Southeast Hurricanes

The Southeast was severely impacted by Hurricane Helene’s landfall on Sept. 26 and Hurricane Milton following shortly after on Oct. 9. As a Category 4 hurricane, Helene caused extreme flooding and power outages as it moved up through Florida, Georgia, Tennessee and the Carolinas. Milton initially started as a Category 5 hurricane but wasĀ downgraded to […]

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Beyond The Sale: My First-Hand Experience of Being Acquired

This article is written in an ā€œAs Told Toā€ format. Brad Leahy is the vice president ofĀ Blades of Green, a lawn care and pest control company based in Edgewater, Maryland. Blades of Green was acquired by Senske Services in 2023. I often get asked what it’s really like going from a family-run business to being […]

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Is It Time to Diversify or Streamline Your Business?

The question of whether it’s the right time to add a new offering to your landscape business or eliminate a service line calls for evaluation of several different factors, including your financial metrics, your staff’s capacity and customer demand. When to Diversify Fred Haskett, founder ofĀ TrueWinds Consulting, says it’s a good time to consider diversifying […]

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Technology Upgrades: Assessing Your Business’s Tech Needs Before Year-End

As the end of the year quickly approaches, your landscape company is probably busy with budget season, wrapping up projects and possibly prepping for snow season, depending on your region. However, one aspect that can be overlooked during this hectic time is the current technology your business is using. Conducting a technology needs assessment at […]

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Learn from the Experts How to Successfully Transition Your Landscape Business

Transitioning out of your business will take place at one point or another, but how successful you are at it will vary greatly. If you’re wondering what your options are when it comes to selling your landscape company, you don’t want to miss the session, ā€œ12-Point Guide to Successful Transitions: Learn from the Expertsā€ on […]

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Landscapes of the Month: Crafting A Smooth Transition

This unique home provides a blend of nature and sophistication along the coast of Rhode Island. With several ecosystems on the property, the owners wanted a smooth transition from their luxurious home to the natural ocean view. They worked with Landscape Creations, based in Saunderstown, Rhode Island, to fill their needs. For over a year, […]

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Technically Speaking: Avoid Costly Winter Breakdowns with Snow Blower Maintenance

As the end of the year draws near, so does the start of snow and ice management season. One simple task to help set your team up for success is to conduct regular maintenance on your snow removal equipment, including snow blowers, well before the winter months. AccuWeather predicts that most areas in the Northeast […]

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How I Do It: Sales Strategies for Connecting with Commercial Clients

When selling to commercial clients, your sales team is faced with several challenges including forming connections with various decision-makers and getting past gatekeepers. One method that Sebert Landscape, based in Bartlett, Illinois, has adopted to help drive business is utilizing the Sandler Selling System. This is a psychological approach to selling. ā€œThe psychology part of […]

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Business Smarts: Create Steady Cash Flow by Converting Customers to Long-Term Clients

When you review your sources of revenue, it’s important to take stock of how much is coming from one-off projects versus long-term contracts. Long-term maintenance contracts with clients are beneficial for several reasons. They help provide steady cash flow, allowing your company to continue to grow and forecast your staffing needs properly. ā€œWe are generally […]

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