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Don’t Waste Time – Harvest It!

by Ed Laflamme LIC On Apr 26, 2016 (Jan 2, 2020)

Watch this week in the “Leaders Are Readers” segment as the Harvesters talk about pain versus gain. We can all be absorbed in the “urgent” and “pains” of everyday life […]

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Great Candidate Interview Tip

by Ed Laflamme LIC On Apr 20, 2016 (Jul 24, 2019)

You might not know it but Harvester Bill was a recruiter for The Valley Crest Companies and served as their HR VP for some time. In his career he has […]

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Do You Have EPLI Insurance?

by Ed Laflamme LIC On Apr 5, 2016 (Jul 24, 2019)

The Harvesters are going to talk about a very necessary insurance that most landscape company owners don’t know about. Or they don’t have it, but absolutely should. Watch as Harvester […]

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Do You Show Your Customers You Care?

by Ed Laflamme LIC On Mar 31, 2016 (Jul 24, 2019)

This week the Harvesters are going to talk about what keeps you in business. YOUR CUSTOMERS! Well, if that’s the case then you better make sure to keep the good […]

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Are Your People On Board & Engaged?

by Ed Laflamme LIC On Mar 23, 2016 (Jul 24, 2019)

This week the Harvesters take time to get off their boards to ask if your people are, “on board”. They’re asking if your people are fully engaged while at work in your […]

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Harvesters Answer a Sticky Sales Commission Question

by Ed Laflamme LIC On Mar 16, 2016 (Jul 24, 2019)

Ever had a sales person or account manager quit or perhaps terminated from the company, only to come back and ask for their commissions? Do you owe them that money? […]

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Landscape Industry Leaders Admit Their Mistakes

by Ed Laflamme LIC On Mar 7, 2016 (Jul 24, 2019)

Would you admit to the world what your biggest mistakes were? Watch as the Harvesters interview a number of industry leaders who readily admit their mistakes. It takes humility to […]

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Investigate Before Firing, Then Seek Counsel

by Ed Laflamme LIC On Mar 3, 2016 (Jul 24, 2019)

Before firing anyone be sure to investigate first, and then seek counsel. The Harvesters hear and deal with some crazy but real situations that owners have to deal with and […]

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How Good Is Your Employee Handbook?

by Ed Laflamme LIC On Feb 23, 2016 (Jul 24, 2019)

Most companies have Company Handbooks. But the question is, are they any good? When were they last reviewed by an attorney or an HR professional? Will they protect you from […]

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Should You Keep GPS a Secret or Not?

by Ed Laflamme LIC On Feb 16, 2016 (Jul 24, 2019)

This week the Harvesters are going to talk about a question that comes up quite often. If you have GPS in your vehicles, do you have to tell your employees? […]

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BIG Harvester Announcement

by Ed Laflamme LIC On Feb 9, 2016 (Jul 24, 2019)

This week the Harvesters have another BIG announcement! Watch and they will explain. You may even want to consider getting involved. Enjoy! Learn more about the Harvest Leader’s Groups Download the […]

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New Harvester Joins The Group!

by Ed Laflamme LIC On Feb 2, 2016 (Jul 24, 2019)

Wow, the Harvesters Have Harvested Another “Head Harvester.” Who is it? Watch this quick video announcement to find out! Helping you, Harvest Your Potential!

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What’s Your Greatest Career Accomplishment? (Part 2)

by Ed Laflamme LIC On Jan 27, 2016 (May 7, 2020)

The Harvesters are at it again! They are interviewing some of the top landscape people in the country. This time they’re asking them, “What’s Your Greatest Career Accomplishment?” Listen carefully […]

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What Would You Have Done Differently?

by Ed Laflamme LIC On Jan 20, 2016 (Jul 24, 2019)

If you had to do it over, what would you have done differently? It’s a pretty good question don’t you think? Watch this week as the Harvesters interview multiple landscape […]

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Are You Proud of Your Office, Shop & Yard?

by Ed Laflamme LIC On Jan 12, 2016 (Jul 24, 2019)

This week the Harvesters are going to point out a really important, but sometimes overlooked area. It is the way your shop, yard and office look. Very few customers visit […]

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Landscapers – Driving & Texting is Dangerous!

by Ed Laflamme LIC On Jan 6, 2016 (Jul 24, 2019)

Watch this week as the Harvesters talk about the dangers of talking or texting while driving. Thousands are killed and injured every day. Do you have a written policy on […]

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What Makes a Company Successful?

by Ed Laflamme LIC On Dec 15, 2015 (Jul 24, 2019)

Watch this week as the Harvesters ask numerous leaders from companies around the country this question. When you finish watching the video, ask yourself what you might have said if […]

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What Was Your Biggest Success in 2015?

by Ed Laflamme LIC On Dec 8, 2015 (Jul 24, 2019)

The Harvesters are having fun interviewing attendees at this years GIC in Louisville at the Convention Center. Listen as they ask the question, “What was your biggest success in 2015?”. […]

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Do You Have Your Goals Set for 2016?

by Ed Laflamme LIC On Dec 3, 2015 (Jul 24, 2019)

Watch this week as the Harvesters interview attendees on the floor at the Louisville Convention Center during this years GIC. See how many have goals, and if they’re written. What […]

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It’s Time To FIRE YOUR EXCUSES!

by Ed Laflamme LIC On Nov 24, 2015 (Jan 2, 2020)

In this segment of “leaders are readers”, watch as Harvesters Bill & Ed talk about an awesome new book called, “Fire Your Excuses!” written by their buddy, Dr. Bill. We […]

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Landscapers – What Scares You Going into 2016?

by Ed Laflamme LIC On Nov 18, 2015 (Jul 24, 2019)

This week the Harvesters are talking with landscapers on the trade show floor at the Louisville Convention Center held just a few weeks ago. They are asking a number of […]

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People Planning Using An Organization Chart

by Ed Laflamme LIC On Nov 11, 2015 (Jan 2, 2020)

Watch this week as Harvester Bill practices for the People Academy LIVE in Laguna Beach next week. Listen carefully because he is going to give away a “golden nugget” regarding […]

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Harvest People Academy LIVE!

by Ed Laflamme LIC On Nov 3, 2015 (Jul 24, 2019)

This week the Harvesters are at The Inn at Laguna Beach where they talk about their up coming People Academy LIVE! At the event they are going to offer suggestions […]

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Are Generic Job Applications Okay to Use?

by Ed Laflamme LIC On Oct 27, 2015 (Jul 24, 2019)

Watch this week as the Harvesters talk about job applications. Harvester Steve is going to answer the question about whether it’s ok to use the ones you buy in a […]

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Performance Evaluations Are Important

by Ed Laflamme LIC On Oct 20, 2015 (Jul 24, 2019)

Watch this week as the Harvesters talk about the importance of performance evaluations. The majority of landscape companies don’t do these, but they are important. How often should you do […]

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