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Thereās a reason why word of mouth is one of the most common ways lawn and landscape companies get new business. While your traditional marketing efforts can convey what sets your business apart, it is often the recommendation from peers that converts leads into customers. āIn or outside of the industry, a company is going […]
In markets where finding sufficient labor is extremely challenging, landscape companies have turned to the H-2B temporary visa program for assistance. However, this program is particularly volatile as Congress has failed to fully address permanent reforms due to intense political pressure from multiple angles. While landscape companies strive to limit their dependence on the program […]
This client knew exactly what they wanted for their Lake Michigan property. Their vision centered on rooms in the landscape that allowed them to live, entertain and connect with nature. They also understood that they needed their architect, interior designer and landscape company to work closely together. Mariani Landscape, based in Lake Bluff, Illinois, was […]
With roughly 14,000 local jurisdictions in the United States, itās hard to stay on top of all the proposed legislation that could negatively impact the landscape industry. However, it becomes far easier to track when NALP members are involved in the community, read the local newspaper and participate in the political processes in their area. […]
As the year winds down, itās easy to want to simply repeat what worked for next year. However, being intentional with your strategic planning can ensure that your company is poised to take advantage of the fresh start a new year offers. Setting Your Company Up for Success To create a meaningful game plan for […]
Itās hard to anticipate what unforeseen circumstances may end up impacting your business. For instance, itās unlikely you had a global pandemic on your bingo card for 2020, but having a disaster preparedness plan in place can help you think through various scenarios and how to address them. āWhen something unexpected happens, downtime can quickly […]
Pat Covey is the chairman, president and CEO of The Davey Tree Expert Company, based in Kent, Ohio. Covey joined Davey in 1991 and has held various roles throughout the company over the years. He became president and CEO in 2017 and was elected chairman of the board in 2020. Covey has a Bachelor of […]
Oftentimes, when you started your lawn or landscape business you had to say yes to anything and everything because it helped keep the lights on. However, lacking a niche and purpose can stunt your organizationās ability to focus on the work that truly matters. āYouāre looking for the intersection of what you like, where your […]
Turf Masters Brands, based in Roswell, Georgia, has completed 19 acquisitions and 12 in the last year alone. Andy Kadrich, founder of Turf Masters Lawncare LLC, senior advisor and board member to Turf Masters Brands, says he formed Turf Masters Brands along with All Turf Holdings, LLC and Green Group Holdings in 2022 with the […]
Performance reviews can easily be seen as a task that is ānice to haveā but not necessary for your business to function. However, reviews can help build stronger teams, better leaders, and higher client satisfaction, if you are executing them effectively. āOnce you get to a certain size, the only way you can know if […]
