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If you love shows like āHow Itās Made,ā this article is for you as weāre taking a deep dive into what all goes into producing NALPās Financial Benchmark Report and why the process matters for companies relying on the report to make smarter business decisions. One thing thatās important to understand is that benchmark studies […]
With mergers and acquisitions, a companyās numbers may get the deal done, but how well their culture is integrated will determine whether the partnership succeeds or unravels in the months that follow. Blending company cultures is not a sprint but a marathon that starts well before the papers are signed and continues long after the […]
If you want to know where your business stacks up against high-performing firms or versus organizations that are similar based on employee size, business focus or region, NALPās Financial Benchmark Report is a valuable tool for uncovering areas for improvement. However, benchmark reports cannot be created without participation from companies like your own. The goal […]
If you are frequently frustrated by having to constantly answer questions that your team members should be able to address on their own, you could be dealing with the pitfall of inadvertently teaching employees to be passive, rather than proactive. āTime is money, and employees who canāt or wonāt proceed because they are waiting for […]
When youāre on the smaller side, many of the processes you create work when you only have five or 10 employees. Yet as your team grows, cracks can begin to appear as bottlenecks and inconsistencies cause issues. āStrong processes allow us to grow while maintaining quality, performance, and accountability across all branches,ā says Loren McIrvin, […]
Itās hard to make sound decisions when your financials are either structured in a way that buries the relevant information or certain aspects, such as your labor burden, are misinterpreted. āDonāt assume your data is accurate, reliable, relevant and comprehensive without a thorough investigation,ā says John Joestgen, principal of JJ Landscape Consulting. āIf you want […]
How often have you changed your mind about a belief youāve held? Sometimes, an outlook that may have gotten you to where you are today no longer serves you or could even be holding you back. Below are some of the thought processes that industry leaders admit theyāve had to outgrow as theyāve scaled their […]
While there isnāt one simple formula for growing a successful lawn or landscape business, there are some common pieces of advice that leaders in the industry have found to play a major factor in the growth of their companies. NALPās Titans share their guidance with others looking to scale their business up to the next […]
It takes time and money to develop quality managers on your team, so the last thing you need is for them to walk out the door. Additionally, the tenure of your managers has a direct impact on the trust you are able to generate with your clients and other team members. āThe retention of these […]
In-service documentation may seem like just more admin work for your crews, but it is a powerful form of insurance that can protect your business from serious legal expenses. Claims arise for every type of business. While good documentation is a common practice for those in snow and ice management, it is also a strong […]
