Last week I met with Jason Cromley, president of Hidden Creek Landscaping — we visited his facility during our Design Build Growth Summit. He shared with the 175 people who attended (the Design Build Growth Summit) how his company communicates with its clientele as a process of meeting and exceeding expectations. When you heard the extent of their communication, it... read more
What leadership advice do you have for younger or newer business owners? Landscape Professionals Chris Joyce Joyce Landscaping, Cape Cod, Mass. “The biggest lesson you learn as a leader is to show that you make mistakes yourself and you face the same challenges as your team does. It’s just a matter of how you solve those problems.” Adam Linnemann Linnemann... read more
What’s one easy way a company can improve cash flow? Landscape Professionals Richard Bare Arbor-Nomics Turf, Norcross, Ga. “Research every nook and cranny of the business (or hire a professional business analyst/consultant to do it). For instance, how much are you paying to take credit cards? Maybe what you’re paying makes it cost prohibitive to take the leading card. (For... read more
What’s the most important thing for landscape industry professionals to remember when planning for the following year? Landscape Professionals Richard Bare Arbor-Nomics Turf of Norcross, Ga. “Remember to figure in the cost of new equipment for the new year. Many entrepreneurs get going with bank loans and new equipment but forget to add into their model (or budget) the replacement... read more
