Feature Articles continued

Displaying Matches 16 thru 29 of 34 Found.  BACK NEXT

Save Labor In 4 Easy Steps: Why Adding More Labor Is Not The Way To Solve Your Labor Problems
Jody Shilan, Editor
We're all acutely aware of the labor shortage facing our industry and the limitations being placed on the H-2B seasonal guest worker program. This is a real problem for the Green Industry, but one that can be minimized if we approach it from different directions . . . keep reading

"We Don't Know How Much We Want to Spend" - How to Get a Budget Number From Your Client
Jody Shilan, Editor
A common problem for landscape contractors is trying to find out what a client is budgeting for a particular project. Clients are always hesitant to throw out a number, and contractors know that without a budget they are going to be flying blind . . . keep reading

Outsource Your Drawings--Why You Need a Virtual CAD Assistant
Kyle Burgamy, Contributor
Before you hire a full time landscape designer, why not consider "outsourcing" your drawings to a freelance CAD operator? To remain competitive and profitable, a landscape designer or contractor must constantly seek to improve efficiencies with their services . . . keep reading

The Write Stuff - How to Speed Up Your Proposal Writing
Jody Shilan, Editor
I think you'll all agree that writing a proposal is probably one of the least enjoyable tasks in our business. Truth be told, most of us hate it. The real irony here is that we consider writing proposals hard work yet look at running equipment and building things all day as enjoyable. . . . keep reading

Workforce Management - Why You Should Never Travel Empty Handed
Jody Shilan, Editor
The term "workforce management" can mean different things to different people. For some it may relate to the idea of properly managing your personnel. To others it may be an HR issue that refers to staffing issues and hiring practices. . . . keep reading

You Want Fries With That Plan?
Jody Shilan, Editor
Believe it or not, one of the best things you can do for yourself and your client is to actually limit the amount of choices they have when it comes to the design of their landscape. I know, at first glance, this sounds counter intuitive. . . . keep reading

It's All in the Details: The Benefits of Standardizing Construction Details, Materials, and Techniques
Jody Shilan, Editor
If you put all of your construction foreman and laborers together in one room and asked them to describe how they build a paver walkway or patio, how many different answers would you get? . . . keep reading

How to Utilize a Phone Script
Jody Shilan, Editor
Standard Operating Procedures are the life blood of any successful company and should be developed for every process in your business. This article will discuss what is typically the very first interaction with the client- the initial phone call . . . keep reading

Publicity and the Anatomy of a Press Release--Part 2
Chris Heiler
Part 2 of this article explains when and how to pitch a story. Guidlines for writing a press release are also included, as is my template. . . . keep reading

Publicity and the Anatomy of a Press Release--Part 1
Chris Heiler
Media exposure and good PR can be very valuable to landscape contractors. Getting it can be easier than you may think, it just requires a strategy and some work . . . keep reading

Cut Costs While Increasing Professionalism: How to Use Skype In Your Business
Chris Heiler
Skype is an inexpensive way to have a separate phone number for your business instead of using your cell phone or your home's land line. Read how Skype can be an alternative to the traditional telephone . . . keep reading

Pre-Qualifying Leads? How About 3 Ways to ELIMINATE Bad Leads
Chris Heiler
I've heard this question asked many times by landscape contractors- "What's the best way to pre-qualify leads?" The question is asked because, let's face it, not all leads are created equal . . . keep reading

Avoiding Disaster: When was the Last Time You Backed-Up Your Computer files?
Chris Heiler
How would you feel if you woke up tomorrow and everything on your computer was gone? Sleep well with this automatic online backup software working for you . . . keep reading

More Than Just A Pretty Picture
Jody Shilan, Editor
If you are like many design/build contractors, you may think of a landscape plan as an unnecessary expense that is often required just to get the sale - and that's all. Well, nothing could be farther from the truth. Its real value is typically misunderstood and completely overlooked. . . . keep reading

Displaying Matches 16 thru 29 of 34 Found BACK NEXT

Advanced Search