Irrigation innovation through software
If you can’t find the right software for your company’s irrigation management, getting inventive might be the next step to take. read more
Are you misclassifying independent contractors?
How do you determine if a worker is an employee or an independent contractor? H The IRS is cracking down on employee misclassification. read more
Fit for a franchise
After decades of providing landscape construction and irrigation services, leaders at DeVisser Landscape Services in Kalamazoo, Mich., became interested in adding lawn care to its offerings. But, with no prior lawn care experience, they didn’t know where to start. After attending a Weed Man roundtable at an industry expo, they realized franchising might be the best way to incorporate a... read more
Leveraging contribution margin
Most landscape business owners understand the value of gross margin as a key performance indicator. Gross margin is the total dollars remaining after you have covered your direct cost of goods. Gross margin can be measured in dollars or as a percent of revenue. In our industry, healthy gross margins fall within the range of 45-55 percent of revenue for... read more
Don’t cut safety this mowing season
Working outside in the sun certainly has its perks, but that doesn’t mean there aren’t safety hazards to consider. For example, when mowing a lawn, hearing protection seems obvious (or at least it should), but do you know why you may also need a respirator and safety glasses? Cutting grass can stir up a lot of dust, dirt and debris... read more
4 sales mistakes you can’t afford to make
As we all know, sales are to a landscaping company what gas is to a truck — without them, and a steady supply for the months ahead, you aren’t going anywhere for long. But succeeding at sales takes real planning and focus. This month, take a good look at your current approach and ensure you’re steering clear of these crucial... read more
