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Fort Worth, Texas, is the nationās 11th-largest city, and of the 30 most populous cities, it has grown the fastest since 2020. Capitalizing on this booming market, Southern Botanical, Inc., headquartered in Dallas, Texas, recently opened a new branch to serve Fort Worth. āFort Worth has experienced remarkable growth in recent years, both in residential […]
Veterans are accustomed to leading without micromanaging, empowering without losing control and having a mission-first mindset. This makes them a powerful asset to your team. āTheyāre used to hard work, following structure, and adapting quickly,ā says Mike Felts, division vice president for Ruppert Landscape, based in Laytonsville, Maryland. āThose qualities make them a perfect fit […]
The desire for recognition is natural and a strong driver of employee motivation. In fact, in aĀ Nectar survey,Ā 81.9% of employees say that recognition of their contributions improves their engagement, and another 71% say they would be less likely to leave their organization if they were recognized more frequently. Having a strong employee recognition program is […]
Since 1886, this eight-story building has been a dream location in the heart of Boston, Massachusetts. With proximity to downtown and the Boston Common park, the residents have access to amazing views and amenities. Shortly after moving to Boston, one family wanted to take the dream further by creating a rooftop terrace to entertain guests […]
For many in the landscape industry, finding skilled labor remains one of the primary business challenges they face. However, there have been improvements in recruiting efforts as owners have found that a mindset shift is the first step to remedying the situation. āThe last few years, we’ve been focused a lot more on what we […]
When Stuart Ward, owner and general manager of Buckhead Landscape and Design, based in Chamblee, Georgia, started looking for a salesperson several years ago, he realized they did not have a defined sales process in place. āTo bring in a salesperson who may or may not be from the industry, who probably didn’t have any […]
Guest post by Cindy Code, excutive director of Project EverGreen When winter storms roll in, snow and ice can quickly turn daily routines into major challenges, especially for military families with a loved one deployed. Thatās where Project EverGreenās SnowCare for Troops steps in. The program unites compassionate snow and ice management professionals with military […]
Dan Waters, owner of Creative Environments, based in Tempe, Arizona, started out as a summer laborer in 1985. When the founder, Charles Hammond, passed the business on to his son, Waters bought 50% ownership of the company in 1993. Over the years, Waters has grown the business into a full-service firm that serves high-end clientele […]
Guest post by Wesley Thomas, group product manager at Milwaukee Tool Landscape professionals can be exposed to extreme environments, from heat and sun to cold rain and harsh winters. These conditions affect more than just comfort; they influence safety, concentration, and overall job performance. Prolonged exposure to high heat can lead to heat stroke, exhaustion, […]
The landscape industry is often described as a people business. Similarly, the military depends on teamwork and people working together efficiently. āBoth rely on trust, communication, and accountability,ā says Mike Felts, division vice president for Ruppert Landscape, based in Laytonsville, Maryland. āIn the military, you depend on your unit to get the mission done safely. […]
