LM StaffNov 3, 2023
In this episode, Tim Schmalenberger of MKSK discusses communicating with clients, employees and co-workers. Why do some construction projects go more smoothly than others, even when the size and scope of work are nearly identical? Communication, or lack thereof,…
Arnulfo Hinojosa, vice president for the Federation of Employers and Workers of America, discusses the H-2B program and the new wage methodology. Topics include: • What the H-2B guest worker program is; • How the program works; • Why it…
In this episode of Landscape Live, Richard McCoy, the visionary behind Richard McCoy Horticultural Services, discusses problems associated with improper planting and over mulching, as well as organic land care. Listen to learn more about these issues and the best…
Turf and ornamental weed researcher Jim Brosnan, Ph.D., from the University of Tennessee, talks with Landscape Live! about herbicide resistance in the landscape and lawn care industry. Listen to this episode to learn more about this concerning issue, which…
Jody ShilanNov 3, 2023
Landscape Live! is back with a new season, a new format and a new attitude. We’ve ditched Blog Talk Radio and are now broadcasting live on Spreaker. The show is now 30 minutes long so we can give you…
LMNov 3, 2023
Sean Martini, outside sales manager of Lawrenceville, N.J.-based Britton Industries, discusses getting all of your landscaping materials and equipment from the same location. Martini says the business model of one-stop shopping can: Save you money Reduce the time and materials…
Steve Bailey of Steve Bailey Consulting discusses new retail profit centers. Some of the topics include: Landscape contractors who own garden centers Purchasing a garden center to be it's own profit center Adding installation services if you…
In this episode, Sid Raisch will discuss growing your garden center. Learn how to make your company both logically and emotionally appealing and boost your profits at the same time. From cheap paint and wallpaper tricks to investments that money…
Even though many landscape contractors have been in business for five, 10 or even 20 years, they still overlook the fundamentals when it comes to running their businesses. This causes them to improperly price work, month after month and year…
Kevin McLaughlin discusses successful event marketing. Some of the topics covered include: Promoting yourself through a trade show Choosing the right event Preparing and setting goals for the event Proper booth setup Pre-show marketing Incentives and discounts in the booth…
Have trouble estimating? Jim Huston will show you the right way. Some of the topics talked about include: The six methods of estimating Overhead budgets Labor burdens and average wages Time and Materials Break-even points…
LM StaffAug 14, 2023
Maria Semple’s offered an unforeseen suggestion last night for how to dramatically increase your prospect list: Get a library card. In doing so, the principal of The Prospect Finder said you get free admittance to ReferenceUSA.com, an online database of…
LM StaffFeb 6, 2014
Last night on Landscape Live!, Barry Draycott of Tech Terra Environmental discussed the recent history of the treatment of tree, shrub and lawns for pests and how the process has evolved. It first began as a “cover sprays on calendar…
Marisa PalmieriNov 3, 2023
Last night on Landscape Live! Tom Canete, owner of Canete Snow Management in Wayne, N.J., shared a wealth of knowledge about how snow and ice managers can improve their efficiencies before, during and after snow events to protect their businesses…
Jody ShilanNov 21, 2013
Last night was a first for Landscape Live! LM Editor Marisa Palmieri was our very first guest host. She did an incredible job interviewing Jason Cupp, Kolbe Certified Growth Expert, located in Kansas City, Mo. During his interview Cupp gave…
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