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When it comes to practices that benefit the environment, do you tend to wait for your clients to request these aspects to be incorporated into their landscape design or do you suggest them as natural recommendations to consider? Sarah Vanek, a landscape consultant located in Omaha, Nebraska, with Ryan Lawn & Tree based in Merriam, […]
Contracts are important as they help align expectations from the get-go. If you work with commercial clients, chances are they’ll require you to sign their own contracts. These documents can have broad language that can land your company in hot water if you are not taking the time to have your legal counsel review them. […]
Quality employees are fantastic, but those who stay with your lawn or landscape company long-term are the Holy Grail of team members. These individuals can provide operational consistency to your clients and develop a wealth of knowledge and experience. Misty Gil, recruiting specialist and company ambassador for Myatt Landscaping & Construction, based in Fuquay-Varina, North […]
A residential design/build project is a significant investment for your clients, and the last thing you want is for them to be disappointed with the end project. Capturing a client’s vision and bringing it to life is an art. Learn how to avoid disconnects between the homeowner and the project so satisfaction is never a […]
Kurt Kane is the president and CEO of TruGreen, a national lawn care company headquartered in Memphis, Tennessee. Kane stepped into this role in 2023 with more than 20 years of experience driving increased employee engagement and customer satisfaction. Prior to joining TruGreen, he served as president, U.S., and Chief Commercial Officer at The Wendy’s […]
If you’re watching the Super Bowl, or any sporting event for that matter, and you don’t know what the score is, it can be hard to stay engaged. Similarly, it can be difficult for your team to feel like they have a stake in the business when they don’t know how your landscape company is […]
This information came from a session during the 2024 ELEVATE conference and expo. Don’t miss ELEVATE in Phoenix, Arizona, on Nov. 2-5, 2025. High-performance teams don’t just materialize; they are cultivated by purposeful actions. If you’re looking to improve the nature of your teams and your overall company culture, it’s important to first address the five common […]
Training your team members on their primary responsibilities alone can be challenging, but if you’ve reached the place where this isn’t a hurdle anymore, an additional area of education to explore is cross-training. Amanda Jones, administrative director for King GREEN, based in Gainesville, Georgia, says they have been cross-training for two decades now. “While it […]
Sponsored content by Envu Tackling Tough Weeds With Confidence Every season brings its challenges, but for lawn care operators (LCOs), managing crabgrass and broadleaf weeds is a season-long effort. These weeds threaten the aesthetic appeal of lawns and can jeopardize your bottom line. With customers demanding green, healthy turf, the pressure is on to provide […]
After a 22-year career in pest control, Joe Campbell was introduced to the lawn care and landscape industry when he joined ABC Home and Commercial Services, based in Lewisville, Texas, nine years ago. “It was very interesting because when I accepted my position with ABC, I knew I was coming on board as vice president […]
