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How to Spot Pain Points and Opportunities in Your Lawn and Landscape Business

When you’re in the thick of it, some of the struggles of running your lawn or landscape company can seem like that’s just the way things are. However, taking a step back and using Kat Cole’s process of asking three questions and making a list can help you not only identify opportunities to improve but […]

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The Devil’s In the Details: The Value of Job Sequencing

Imagine you’re trying to bake a cake, but you decide to pour the batter in the pan, and then you try to grease the pan. It’s an unmitigated disaster, obviously, and you’d never do something like this because it’s out of the proper order of operations. Yet many landscape crews are out completing jobs in […]

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How I Do It: Streamlining Afternoon Fleet Tasks

In the afternoons, it’s easy for crews to go about their responsibilities to prepare for the next day’s work in an inefficient manner. Chris Lee, president of EarthWorks, based in Lillian, Texas, says 15 years ago he initially created a dedicated crew for these afternoon tasks in an effort to get their employees off the clock […]

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From the Field to the Office: Time Management Strategies for Landscape Companies

As more employees prioritize work/life balance, one way to help with this is implementing time management strategies that allow them to complete the work they need without having to work longer than necessary. While there will be times when team members will have to go above and beyond to get things done, this shouldn’t be […]

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Maximizing Drone Capabilities in the Landscape Industry

Just like any other piece of technology, adding a drone to your landscape company’s tools is an investment. If you’re not sure what purposes they could serve in your operations, check out how these landscape businesses have used drones to take their efficiency and accuracy to new heights. Marketing The main reason many landscape companies […]

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Lawn Care: Balancing Application Timing During High Heat

Dealing with soaring temperatures in the summer isn’t just a challenge for your lawn care crews. It can also result in being unable to use certain products due to label restrictions. ā€œIf applying a pesticide, the label is the law,ā€ Dillon Beardall, head of fertilizer operations with Lawn Buddies, based in Idaho Falls, Idaho. ā€œHowever, […]

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Business Smarts: Logistical Considerations for Adding On-Site Fueling

So, you’ve decided it’s time to add on-site fueling to your company headquarters and/or branch locations. Hopefully, you’ve already thought through all the benefits and drawbacks having your own fuel tanks can offer your lawn and landscape business. Check out some of the other considerations to have in mind as you plan out this addition […]

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Business Smarts: Hosting Effective Staff Meetings

You’ve probably seen the snarky memes about meetings saying, ā€˜This could have been an email.’ This is a common sentiment as it’s estimated 11 million meetings are held every working day and 71% of employees find them unproductive. According to FlowTrace, $37 billion is lost annually due to ineffective meetings. While there’s no doubt some […]

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Exploring the Benefits and Drawbacks of On-Site Fueling

Imagine eliminating the daily detour to the gas station for your landscape fleet. This is just one of the benefits on-site fueling can offer. Check out what these companies have to say about the pros and cons of having on-site fueling for their business. The Benefits of On-Site Fueling Ā  The direct cost savings from […]

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Business Smarts: When to Add On-Site Fueling To Your Operations

Fuel is critical to your lawn and landscape business. However, it can also be a major headache if you’re still sending your crews to local gas stations in the morning before starting the day. One solution many owners eventually adopt is on-site fueling. While you may think this is a luxury only the largest in […]

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