Video: Power of a peer group
“Who’s holding you accountable? Who’s helping you steer your business in the right direction?” Jeffrey Scott asks in his latest video. Here are four benefits to being in a peer group. read more
Systemization Series: How to create (and use) an org chart
This post is part six of Dan Pestretto’s seven-part systemization series. Read on to part seven, “Systemization Series: How to design a system,” here. Last week I cruised over the importance of having a well-defined description of the future business you intend to create. You could think of it like, “How do I want this business to be running when I am ready to... read more
Bruce’s View: Support growth by lowering costs
This year may well be a breakout. Economic indicators show a faster growth rate for business, credit markets are loosening up and data point to an increase in labor market momentum. With construction spending on the rise, more robust growth in landscape maintenance services is sure to follow. For landscape contractors, an increased demand in opportunities and account activity will... read more
Guest Post: How to create respectful tension for results
How do words like, conflict, confrontation, accountability, debate and tension make you feel? Uncomfortable? Sure! I don’t blame you. Nobody enjoys confrontation. If there’s someone who does, I would avoid him at all costs. On the other hand, I’d like to suggest there’s is a certain type of constructive tension that’s healthy in business. I call this “respectful tension.” One... read more
Guest Post: 4 actions of great leaders
Leadership starts with vision, passion and will, but what is it that great leaders do from day to day to be effective? 1. Communicate. Communication is hard. Learn to do it well. Great leaders communicate the why, the how and the what. Leaders have the privilege and prerogative to set the what: the issues, problems and opportunities that matter—and what... read more
