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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 can’t have long-term retention at companies where it’s […]
It’s a question that might have crossed your mind in the past. When should I create an exit strategy? The common response from industry consultants is “now.” Frankly, the day you start your landscape business, you should have an end goal in mind. “They should be aware that they might get approached on any given […]
NALP has recently introduced eight new Landscape Business Management Certificate courses. These courses are ideal for mid-level professionals and cover essential skills needed to excel in key business areas. What Topics Are Covered? The courses cover a comprehensive range of topics including: Contract Law & Risk Management Essentials – covers aspects like effective contract management […]
Along the shores of Elkhart Lake, Wisconsin, sits a home transformed from the ground up. Before this project, the property was outdated and featured a woodland of invasive plants and dying ash trees. After working with Landmark Landscapes, based in Sheboygan Falls, Wisconsin, the home has become a vibrant lakefront retreat for the family and […]
The trendy city of Austin, Texas, is home to a variety of attractions, including a shopping center called The Domain. This property features everything from tourist sites and stores to residential space, giving locals and visitors a chance to enjoy the vibrant culture of Austin. It’s also home to several luxury brands, including Louis Vuitton […]
Do you stay in contact with your tax professional throughout the year or only reach out come tax time? “Regularly scheduled meetings allow your tax professional to provide valuable advice on managing capital assets, equipment purchases, and other major financial decisions,” says Peter Thelen Sr., CPA and founder of Thelen Financial. Working Effectively with Tax […]
When you start offering services that can provide your company with recurring revenue, you can’t assume all your cash flow problems will go away instantly. After securing clients in maintenance contracts, it’s important to make sure they continue to renew regularly. Otherwise, you’ll still be in the cycle of constantly replacing the revenue you lost. Length […]
It can be the elephant in the room at times, but for many landscape companies, a good percentage of their workforce only speaks Spanish or has a very limited English vocabulary. This language barrier can cause issues with safety, executing jobs, company culture and overall employee morale and retention. Having a bilingual team member on […]
Veterans are ideal employees to recruit to the landscape industry thanks to their work ethic, determination, loyalty, and collaborative skills. “Our military has some of the best managerial leadership training in the world,” says Joe Lewis, a Marine Corps veteran and director with Monarch Landscape Management, based in Houston, Texas. “Providing 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. “Every donation, no matter the size, has a significant impact,” says Joe Ketter, president of the NALP Foundation board. “Small donations when […]
