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Mergers and acquisitions are quite common in the lawn and landscape industry, whether it be private equity firms or other businesses wishing to expand their current offerings. While it can be an effective growth strategy to bring in new talent and strengthen your existing market position, communicating this change properly with your team before and […]
It’s natural to want to find employees who have years of experience in the landscape industry and have the necessary skill set so you don’t have to spend quite so much time training them. However, that caliber of team member isn’t always readily available, so you have to keep your eyes peeled for the next […]
Hiring is hard, but companies that invest in their people and promote internally enjoy many benefits, from improved employee productivity and retention rates to significant savings in both time and money. “Hiring from within is important for the culture and growth of your company,” says Jennifer Jorge, COO and partner of King GREEN. “When people […]
In the constant battle for talent, one aspect to examine is the current benefits you offer employees and their family members. Some companies in the industry have found investing in their employees’ higher education helpful when it comes to retention. The Davey Tree Expert Company, based in Kent, Ohio, has had The Davey Tree Family […]
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Depending on where you’re located, students are either already back in school or preparing to start a new school year. As school gets underway, it’s also a prime time to take advantage of Pathful Connect (previously NEPRIS), which allows industry professionals to share their skills with students virtually and nationwide. “It’s all about our future […]
Many lawn and landscape companies have a diverse workforce, but if you’re not taking the time to understand your team’s cultural differences, you could fail to retain your workers long-term. “Any company or industry that has and embraces diversity can benefit tremendously,” says Pam Berrios, president of Infinity Group, LLC. “Diversity helps companies grow and […]
Colorado State University understands that to reach the next generation, they must educate them about the career opportunities in the landscape industry early on. That is why the CSU Landscape Design and Contracting program and the CSU Extension hosted the inaugural Green Industry Field Day on May 2 this year. “The industry that we work […]
93% of employees are willing to stay with a company if it invests into their careers, according to Zavvy. It’s obvious that investing in your employees communicates you value and appreciate them, but there are numerous methods you can use to convey your level of investment. Turnover is often higher at organizations where employees feel […]
When it comes to attracting and keeping employees, many landscape business owners say their company culture is the key. However, culture is not something that you can set and then forget. It requires intentional effort, and you should take the time to evaluate your current culture regularly. Below are some questions to ask while assessing […]