Is your landscaping business thriving, or just surviving? On this episode of "Roots of Success," join Tommy Cole as he uncovers the gameplay behind building and growing a successful landscape company with Ross Day from Oasis Landscape. Learn how meticulous budget management, innovative enhancement sales, and the power of strong relationships transform the bottom line. Ross shares his career journey from a teenage lawn-mower to VP, spilling secrets on leveraging culture, balancing residential and commercial clients, and executing strategic growth through small acquisitions. Don't miss Ross's indispensable advice for navigating challenges and fostering a supportive, profitable business environment.
THE BIG IDEA:
Genuine relationships and efficient operations drive profitability.
KEY MOMENTS:
[03:00] Ross's early landscaping career and industry lessons.
[06:45] Tommy debunks the myth of maintenance being unprofitable.
[11:15] Strategies for managing team budgets and tracking hours.
[15:55] Discussing cost-efficiency adjustments with clients.
[20:40] A story of personal support from a friend in hard times.
[25:25] Impact of small acts of kindness on client relationships.
[30:50] Challenges in uniting diverse team members at a new branch.
[36:30] Importance of on-site visits to maintain company culture.
[42:15] Balancing residential and commercial projects.
QUESTIONS WE ANSWER
How can landscaping companies increase profitability?
What are the best strategies for managing a landscaping business budget?
How important are customer relationships in the landscaping industry?
What are effective ways to build a positive company culture in a landscaping business?
How do you manage multiple branches in a service-based company?
What are the benefits of offering maintenance services in landscaping?
How to balance residential and commercial landscaping clients?
What are some successful strategies for customer retention in landscaping?
How can small landscaping businesses grow through acquisitions?
What techniques can landscaping companies use to improve efficiency and reduce waste?
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