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If youāre planning on attending the National Collegiate Landscape Competition to recruit at the career fair or if youāre trying to attract students in general, one useful tool is an internship program. āMost of the students that come to NCLC are looking for internship opportunities at your company,ā says Brigitte Orrick, director of recruiting and employee […]
This information came from a session during the 2024 ELEVATE conference and expo. Donāt miss ELEVATE in Phoenix, Arizona, on Nov. 2-5, 2025. Latinos make up more than 80% of the workforce in the landscape industry, but less than 10% of Hispanics are leaders in the industry. āAs leaders, we are not doing enough to truly empower […]
This information came from a session during the 2024 ELEVATE conference and expo. Donāt miss ELEVATE in Phoenix, Arizona, on Nov. 2-5, 2025. When it comes to motivation, a lot of conversations revolve around carrots and sticks, but the animal in between these two objects is a donkey, not a human. āCarrots and sticks donāt actually motivate […]
Finding qualified employees remains a major challenge for landscape companies, but having a strong comp & benefits package can help attract and retain talent. If you want to know how your business compares to others in the industry, the 2024 Compensation & Benefits Report (based on 2023 data) provides a detailed analysis of key compensation […]
With growth comes the essential need for delegation. You simply cannot do everything by yourself, which is why it is critical to have a set of leaders who can nurture your company culture. If you donāt have strong leaders in place, they can drive away other good employees with their poor management and stifle feedback […]
Promoting your team members into leadership roles has multiple benefits, including a continuation of your company culture and providing a rewarding career path for your high-performers. āThe culture is the biggest piece,ā says Curtis Atkinson, founder and CEO ofĀ Sunline Landscapes, based in Bluffdale, Utah. āSometimes bringing somebody in at a higher level takes a little […]
During this season of gratitude, many landscape company owners are thankful for their company culture. This element of the business is essential for long-term success and crucial for recruiting and retaining your employees. Gilly Artigues, president of Pleasant Places, Inc., based in Charleston, South Carolina, says you canāt have long-term retention at companies where itās […]
Veterans are ideal employees to recruit to the landscape industry thanks to their work ethic, determination, loyalty, and collaborative skills. āOur military has some of the best managerial leadership training in the world,ā says Joe Lewis, a Marine Corps veteran and director with Monarch Landscape Management, based in Houston, Texas. āProviding these loyal leaders with […]
During the giving season, there are numerous worthwhile causes to donate to, including the NALP Foundation, which plays a crucial role in shaping the future of the landscape workforce through several key initiatives. āEvery donation, no matter the size, has a significant impact,ā says Joe Ketter, president of the NALP Foundation board. āSmall donations when […]
As you grow your lawn or landscape company, your leadership team needs to scale up as well. Hiring externally can meet this need, but promoting from within your organization not only provides new career opportunities for your top employees but can help maintain continuity. āBy raising leaders from within your organization, you have the advantage […]
