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Internship programs are an investment, but they can pay off with a long-term pipeline of future employees if you are intentional with the structure. An internship program is also a particularly useful recruiting tool if you participate in the Career Fair at the National Collegiate Landscape Competition, as this is where many promising landscape and […]
Hiring is a costly process, and thatās why a strong system is needed for onboarding. From day one, an employee should have clear expectations and a sense of purpose in their role. The first week can be stressful for a new hire, but having a plan will help ease them into the company. Ā āWrite a […]
If you want to change what happens on a property, you have to change what the person standing on the property is focused on and rewarded for. This is where front-line incentive programs come in. āBase pay buys the job,ā says Joe Socolof, COO of Landscape Workshop. āIncentives don’t buy effort; they direct attention. A […]
If you want to reach the next generation of landscape professionals, you canāt just wait until students are graduating from college to begin sharing the numerous career paths the industry has to offer. To build a sustainable talent pipeline, you need to build relationships with every stage of education so students are aware of […]
Summer can feel like an endless list of projects and problems for landscapers. Despite the challenges, there are ways to help your employees find satisfaction in their work during this intense season. When you have a full set of projects, itās tempting to solely focus on finishing tasks and solving problems to meet those deadlines. […]
Safety is top of mind in the landscape industry, but one area that can be overlooked is creating a feeling of psychological safety in the workplace. Psychological safety is about creating a sense of trust where employees feel they can express their opinions honestly without fear of humiliation or punishment. It is not a way […]
If you want new hires to stay with your organization long-term, you must open their eyes to the fact that the landscape industry doesnāt just create jobs but meaningful career paths. Unless an individual already has a background in the industry, many may assume there is no future beyond their current field role. Outline Career […]
As you seek talent to grow the ranks of your company, itās important to understand the growing changes in workforce expectations. Successfully attracting and retaining employees now requires you to go beyond sharing what it is you do. Now, you need to communicate your why, your how, and who makes up your team. Additionally, economic […]
How often have you had to pass on a promising job candidate due to their lack of experience? One way Ryan Lawn & Tree, based in Merriam, Kansas, has addressed this common challenge is with their apprenticeship program. Launched in 2021, this program is designed to serve as a talent pipeline that supports the companyās […]
There is no specific practice, perk or event that creates your companyās overall culture. Rather, it is a combination of daily interactions that define who you are as an organization. Even having a mission and a set of core values doesnāt properly capture your culture if your team is not living these out on a […]
