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SUMMARY:Is This a Good Time to Sell a Landscaping Business?
DESCRIPTION:Learn where the landscape industry is in the M&A cycle\, and what $5 to $15 million owners can do to be ready now.  \nApril 22\, 2026 \n2-4 p.m. EDT | 1-3 p.m. CST | 12-2 p.m. MST | 11 a.m.-1 p.m. PST \nHarvesters Alison Hoffman and Bill Arman present this live virtual webinar. \nIs this a good time to sell your landscape company\, given that selling prices tend to rise and fall based on interest rates\, credit availability\, buyer appetite\, and overall economic confidence? \nIn this session\, we will discuss how valuations change as the market moves\, where we most likely are in the current economic cycle\, and what that means for landscaping business owners with revenue of $5 to $25 million. We’ll also share insights into the differences between maintenance focused and construction focused businesses. \nMost importantly\, we will talk about what you can do to be ready now. \n\nIf the market gets more selective in the next few years\, will your company still attract strong buyers?\nHow long does it realistically take to build readiness?\nWhat practical steps should you begin today whether you plan to sell this year or years from now?\n\nThis is a webinar for serious owners who want to be prepared to act and not react this year or in the next few years. \nWhat You’ll Walk Away With: \n\nHow Selling Prices Change with the Market\n What happens to valuation multiples in different markets and why some companies are affected differently.\n A Realistic Readiness Timeline\n How long it typically takes to improve transferability\, margins and buyer confidence.\nSpecific Actions You Can Take Now\nPractical steps to strengthen your company’s readiness in any market environment.\n\nTools You’ll Take Away \nEvery participant will receive practical handouts you can use immediately\, including: \n\nHow Ready is my Business? – A self-assessment tool for owners to grade their current state of readiness.\nThe Critical Path and Tools for Moving the Readiness Factor – Guidelines for realistic timing and cost estimates.   \nPlus\, other resources including examples from other landscaping owners\n\nRegister today to get the answers you need to prepare for one of the most important events in your business and personal life. \nAbout Harvest the Green Partners \nAt Harvest the Green Partners\, our mission is to help landscape company owners Harvest Their Potential.  For more than a decade\, we’ve worked exclusively with the landscaping industry\, helping owners to clarify their goals\, understand their options\, and prepare\, value and time their transitions wisely – whether that’s today or years from now \n\nBill Arman– With more than 50 years in the landscaping industry\, including helping grow one of the nation’s largest companies from $30 million to $1 billion in revenue\, Bill specializes in getting businesses “sale ready” and guiding owners to achieve the best deal.\nEd Laflamme\, LIC– A former owner who built the largest landscape company in Connecticut and sold it\, Ed brings firsthand knowledge of buying\, selling\, and growing businesses. He now helps owners position their companies to attract the right buyers.\nAlison A. Hoffman– With 25 plus years in strategy\, operations\, and M&A\, Alison has evaluated\, purchased\, or advised on hundreds of company transactions. She focuses on valuation\, deal readiness\, and helping owners find the right next steward for their business.\n\n 
URL:https://harvestlandscapeconsulting.com/event/is-this-a-good-time-to-sell/
CATEGORIES:Webinars
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SUMMARY:Masterclass Series: Compensation Strategies for Landscaping Companies
DESCRIPTION:Building pay programs that grow people and profit. \nA Live Virtual Seminar with Harvesters Steve Cesar and Alison Hoffman \nWhy This Matters:\nCompensation is one of the largest expenses for any landscaping company. But great companies don’t just “make payroll” – they use pay as a tool to build culture\, inspire performance\, and retain top talent. This interactive series will help leaders make their compensation dollars work harder – for their people and their profits. \nThe Masterclass Series will show you how to design compensation programs that do just that. \nThe Series:   \n\nSession One: March 4\, 2026 – The Foundation: Building a Compensation Program that Works REGISTER\nSession Two: April 9\, 2026 – The Executive Edge: Pay\, Perks and Performance for Top Leaders REGISTER\nSession Three: June 3\, 2026 – Pay for Performance: Advanced Strategies from Crews to the C-Suite REGISTER\nSession Four: Aug. 5\, 2026 – Deep Dive: Sales Compensation that Drives Growth REGISTER\nSession Five: Oct. 7\, 2026 – What’s Next: Planning for the Future REGISTER\n\nIn Session One You’ll Learn:\n\nCore elements of a strong compensation program\nWage and hour compliance essentials (and how to avoid costly mistakes)\nLinking pay to performance – without runaway salary creep\nWhy org charts and position descriptions strengthen culture\nCommunication strategies that boost morale and engagement\n\nTools & Takeaways:\n\nPerformance frameworks tied to company goals\nExecutive compensation insights\nWorksheets and templates for implementation\n\nWho Should Attend:\n\nLandscape business owners\nHR and operations leaders\nAnyone responsible for compensation\, benefits\, or people strategy\n\nWhy Join Us? \nThis isn’t theory. You’ll leave with practical processes\, proven tools\, and ready-to-use frameworks to make your compensation dollars work harder – for your people and your profits. \nAll webinars will be held from: \n\n11 a.m. – 1 p.m. PST\n1 – 3 p.m. CST\n2 – 4 p.m. EST\nCost for each webinar: $197 each\n\nRegister today!  \n 
URL:https://harvestlandscapeconsulting.com/event/masterclass-series-compensation-strategies-for-landscaping-companies/
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SUMMARY:Virtual Harvest Huddle
DESCRIPTION:You’re Invited! | The Virtual Harvest Huddle – March 2026 \nDate: Wednesday\, March 18\, 2026\nTime: 11:00 a.m. ET | 10:00 a.m. CT | 9:00 a.m. MT | 8:00 a.m. PT\nCost: Absolutely Free\nExperience: Fast-paced. Insight-packed. Can’t-miss. \nRegister multiple members of your team to learn the most! \nWhat’s the Harvest Huddle? \nIf you’re a lawn and landscape contractor who’s serious about growing your business\, sharpening your team\, and driving results – this Virtual Harvest Huddle is for you. \nEach month\, our expert Harvesters lead focused\, actionable sessions on the most critical areas of your business. You pick your topic and join a live Zoom breakout room for deep-dive discussions and real-time strategies you can use immediately. \nThis month we’re delighted to welcome guest coach Dave Pacifico. Dave is the founder and CEO of Team Engine\, a leading HR platform for the deskless workforce. Driven by a mission to help people-centric businesses thrive\, Dave built Team Engine to solve the unique hiring and retention challenges that traditional HR tech ignores. \nMarch Breakout Topics \nChoose the conversation that matters most to you – or send one or more of your team to different rooms! \n\nGuest coach Dave Pacifico: AI & Automation: Bringing the Personal Back to Landscaping\nEd Laflamme: Let’s talk about ways to make more money\nBill Arman: New job start-ups: Getting off to the right start\nJud Griggs: Getting to the “real budget”\nSteve Cesare: Field interviews\nChris Semko: Operations and sales working together\n\nHow It Works \n\nPick your room.\nPre-register (below).\nGet your Zoom link.\nJoin us LIVE on March 18\, 2026 at 11 a.m. EST\n\nNo travel. No fluff. Just 60 minutes of insight and connection with industry leaders who’ve been in your boots. \nSessions are not recorded – so be there live! \nRegister today! \nQuestions? Just holler. We’ll see you in the Huddle!
URL:https://harvestlandscapeconsulting.com/event/virtual-harvest-huddle-23/
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260227T090000
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SUMMARY:Lessons from the Garden (Sharing 5 Key Insights Learned from 100 years of Landscaping
DESCRIPTION:Harvesters Bill Arman and Ed Laflamme present this talk at iLandscape\, the Illinois + Wisconsin Landscape Show. \nUnlock the secrets to personal and professional growth with\, The 5Lessons from the Garden.”Drawing on practical wisdom from a lifetime of tending both the literal and metaphorical gardens\, this session offers fresh insights into leadership\, teamwork\, and innovation. Through this unique perspective\, you’ll gain the insights to cultivate success in all areas of life. Join us as we delve into five essential lessons that leaders and organizations can learn from the garden.
URL:https://harvestlandscapeconsulting.com/event/lessons-from-the-garden-sharing-5-key-insights-learned-from-100-years-of-landscaping-2/
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SUMMARY:Double Your Profits by Selling Enhancements (Unlock the Hidden Revenue in Your Landscape Business)
DESCRIPTION:Harvesters Bill Arman and Ed Laflamme present this talk at iLandscape\, the Illinois + Wisconsin Landscape Show in Schaumburg\, IL \nJoin us for a powerful 60-minute session on how to increase sales\, outshine competitors\, and boost profits by selling enhancement services to your existing customers. Learn how to walk properties with purpose\, identify opportunities\, and confidently present add-on services that customers love. You’ll also discover why most companies fail to do this—and how simple planning can give you the edge. Whether you’re a landscaper\, nurseryman\, or arborist\, this talk will change how you approach every client interaction. Don’t leave money on the table—learn how to capture it instead.
URL:https://harvestlandscapeconsulting.com/event/double-your-profits-by-selling-enhancements-unlock-the-hidden-revenue-in-your-landscape-business/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260225T080000
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SUMMARY:How Might Leadership Change in the Future?
DESCRIPTION:Harvester Jud Griggs presents his futuristic talk at iLandscape\, the Illinois + Wisconsin Landscape Show in Schaumburg\, IL \nLeadership is a dynamic concept that continuously evolves to adapt to changes in society\, technology\, and culture. Business owners and top-level managers must learn to be agile in how they lead their teams. It is important for owners and managers to understand that you don’t have to wait for a midlevel management title to be seen as a leader. You can learn effective leadership skills at every step of your career. \nAlthough there are some universal skills needed for leadership roles such as good communication\, initiative\, and confidence\, there is no blueprint. That is because in the future there won’t be just one kind of leader. Organizations will need a leader with a mix of skillsets to achieve various company goals. Leaders will need to know which of your skills will be most effective for each situation. In this session\, we will explore the different skills that will ne to be developed and put into practice to be prepared for leadership challenges that may present themselves.
URL:https://harvestlandscapeconsulting.com/event/how-might-leadership-change-in-the-future/
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260122T120000
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SUMMARY:Virtual Harvest Huddle
DESCRIPTION:You’re Invited! | The Virtual Harvest Huddle – January 2026 \nDate: Thursday\, January 22\, 2026\nTime: 11:00 a.m. ET | 10:00 a.m. CT | 9:00 a.m. MT | 8:00 a.m. PT\nCost: Absolutely Free\nExperience: Fast-paced. Insight-packed. Can’t-miss. \nWhat’s the Harvest Huddle? \nIf you’re a lawn and landscape contractor who’s serious about growing your business\, sharpening your team\, and driving results – this Virtual Harvest Huddle is for you. \nEach month\, our expert Harvesters lead focused\, actionable sessions on the most critical areas of your business. You pick your topic and join a live Zoom breakout room for deep-dive discussions and real-time strategies you can use immediately. Register multiple members of your team to learn the most! \nJanuary Breakout Topics \nChoose the conversation that matters most to you – or send one or more of your team to different rooms! \n\nEd Laflamme: How to make your company more valuable.\nBill Arman: Bonus programs for field managers.\nAlison Hoffman: Your P&L through a buyer’s eyes.\nJud Griggs: Strategic planning: Mapping your path to success.\n\nHow It Works \n\nPick your room.\nPre-register (below).\nGet your Zoom link.\nJoin us LIVE on January 22\, 2026 at 11 a.m. ET.\n\nNo travel. No fluff. Just 60 minutes of insight and connection with industry leaders who’ve been in your boots. \nSessions are not recorded – so be there live! \nQuestions? Just holler. We’ll see you in the Huddle!
URL:https://harvestlandscapeconsulting.com/event/virtual-harvest-huddle-22/
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SUMMARY:MNLA 2026 Great Lakes Trade Expo
DESCRIPTION:It’s time to start planning for winter trade show season! Harvesters Bill and Ed are traveling to the MNLA 2026 Great Lakes Trade Expo. You can learn their trade secrets via three sessions: \nSo\, You Want to Sell Your Business – Jan. 20\, 2026\, 1-2 p.m. EST  \nHarvesters Bill and Ed have been there. They understand your frustrations\, worries and concerns. Some of you may want to buy companies\, while others may want to sell the one you own. Ed and Bill’s expert assessment and guidance can help you take the next steps.2. \nWinning the People Game: How to Attract\, Hire and Grow Top Talent – Jan. 20. 2026\, 2:15-3:15 p.m. EST \nPeople are the power behind every successful business. But how do you find them\, win them over\, and help them thrive? Join Harvesters Bill and Ed for a fast-paced\, high-energy session that dives into the real-world strategies behind building an unstoppable team. Whether you’re looking to sharpen your recruiting game\, level up your onboarding\, or boost employee retention\, this session delivers practical tools and fresh insights you can put to work right away. \nGrow Yourself and Your Team: 5 Lessons from the Garden – Jan. 20\, 2026\, 3:30-4:30 p.m. EST \nReady to cultivate real growth in both life and leadership? Join Harvesters Bill and Ed for “Five Lessons from the Garden\,” a refreshing and insightful session that blends practical leadership wisdom with timeless lessons learned from tending the soil. Rooted in a lifetime of nurturing both literal and metaphorical gardens\, this session offers a unique lens on how we lead\, collaborate\, and innovate. You’ll walk away with fresh perspectives\, inspiring stories\, and actionable strategies you can apply immediately at work and beyond. \n 
URL:https://harvestlandscapeconsulting.com/event/mnla-2026-great-lakes-trade-expo/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251119T110000
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SUMMARY:Virtual Harvest Huddle
DESCRIPTION:You’re Invited! | The Virtual Harvest Huddle – November 2025 \nDate: Wednesday\, November 19\, 2025\nTime: 11:00 a.m. ET | 10:00 a.m. CT | 9:00 a.m. MT | 8:00 a.m. PT\nCost: Absolutely Free\nExperience: Fast-paced. Insight-packed. Can’t-miss. \nWhat’s the Harvest Huddle? \nIf you’re a lawn and landscape contractor who’s serious about growing your business\, sharpening your team\, and driving results – this Virtual Harvest Huddle is for you. \nEach month\, our expert Harvesters lead focused\, actionable sessions on the most critical areas of your business. You pick your topic and join a live Zoom breakout room for deep-dive discussions and real-time strategies you can use immediately. \nThis month our guest coach is Drew Garcia\, VP\, landscape group leader\, Rancho Mesa\, a property and casualty insurance broker specializing in the landscape\, tree care and lawn care industry. Drew began his career at Rancho Mesa learning the fundamentals of the insurance industry. After his playing career ended in 2015\, Drew transitioned into a full-time career at Rancho Mesa with a sole focus on the landscape industry. \n  \nNovember Breakout Topics \nChoose the conversation that matters most to you – or send one or more of your team to different rooms! \n\nDrew Garcia: Maximize insurance value to grow your landscape business.\n\n\nEd Laflamme: How to grow your company to the next level.\nBill Arman: Time management: How to get more done in less time!\nAlison Hoffman: Ready to sell? Spend time where it pays off.\nLauren Howell: How to have the difficult conversations.\nJud Griggs: Setting winter goal for success and profits.\nChris Darnell: AI in the field: Real-world applications for landscape businesses\nSteve Cesare: Employee handbooks\n\nHow It Works \n\nPick your room.\nPre-register (below).\nGet your Zoom link.\nJoin us LIVE on November 19\, 2025 at 11 a.m. ET.\n\nNo travel. No fluff. Just 60 minutes of insight and connection with industry leaders who’ve been in your boots. \nSessions are not recorded – so be there live! \nRegister today: https://bit.ly/435d11I \nQuestions? Just holler. We’ll see you in the Huddle! \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://harvestlandscapeconsulting.com/event/virtual-harvest-huddle-21/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251016T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251016T150000
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SUMMARY:Answers to Your Questions About Selling Your Landscape Business
DESCRIPTION:Hosted by Harvesters Ed Laflamme and Alison Hoffman. \nSelling your landscaping business is one of the biggest financial and personal decisions you’ll ever make. Owners ask us the same tough questions again and again – because the answers aren’t always easy to find. Whether you’re planning to sell soon or simply preparing for the future\, this seminar will give you the clarity you need to move forward with confidence. \nThe Questions We’ll Tackle \nDo you wish you knew… \n\nWhat pitfalls trip up owners when they decide to sell?\nHow much time it really takes to complete a sale?\nThe most common deal-killers—and how to avoid them?\nWhat it costs to sell a company of your size?\nThe tradeoffs between selling on your own or working with an advisor?\nThe five factors that make or break a successful sale?\n\n What You’ll Learn in This Interactive Session \n\nHow buyers view your company (and how to measure up)\nTips for boosting value before you sell\nThe importance of telling the right story – one that resonates with buyers\nPractical steps you can take now to prepare for a smooth transition\nAnswers to your specific questions during live Q&A\n\nIf you own a landscaping company with more than $2 million in annual revenue\, you’ll find this seminar especially valuable. \nAbout Harvest The Green Partners \nAt Harvest the Green Partners\, our mission is to help landscape company owners  Harvest Their Potential.  We work alongside owners to clarify their goals\, understand their options\, and time their transitions wisely—whether that’s today or years from now.
URL:https://harvestlandscapeconsulting.com/event/answers-to-your-questions-about-selling-your-landscape-business/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251015T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251015T120000
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SUMMARY:Virtual Harvest Huddle
DESCRIPTION:You’re Invited! | The Virtual Harvest Huddle – October 2025 \nDate: Wednesday\, October 15\, 2025\nTime: 11:00 a.m. ET | 10:00 a.m. CT | 9:00 a.m. MT | 8:00 a.m. PT\nCost: Absolutely Free\nExperience: Fast-paced. Insight-packed. Can’t-miss. \nWhat’s the Harvest Huddle? \nIf you’re a lawn and landscape contractor who’s serious about growing your business\, sharpening your team\, and driving results – this Virtual Harvest Huddle is for you. \nEach month\, our expert Harvesters lead focused\, actionable sessions on the most critical areas of your business. You pick your topic and join a live Zoom breakout room for deep-dive discussions and real-time strategies you can use immediately. \nThis month our guest coach is Roger Phelps\, CEO of Roger Phelps Consulting\, where he helps companies and associations craft compelling brand stories\, build strategic partnerships\, and engage audiences through creative communication. Formerly the Corporate Communications Manager at STIHL Inc. for 23 years\, he led brand storytelling\, events\, sponsorships\, and digital strategy. A U.S. Naval Academy graduate and former Navy Lieutenant Commander\, Roger also serves on several industry boards\, including NALP and PGMS. \nOctober Breakout Topics \nChoose the conversation that matters most to you – or send one or more of your team to different rooms! \n\nRoger Phelps: Gas vs. Electric: Myths and Realities\nEd Laflamme: Let’s Talk About How to Make More Money\nBill Arman: What Gets Measured Gets Improved. What are you Measuring?\nAlison Hoffman: Ready to Sell?  Is Your Business Built on Rock\, Not Sand?\nSteve Cesare: Developing Wage and Salary Scales\nLauren Howell: Growing your Team so you can Harvest Happy Clients\n\nHow It Works \n\nPick your room.\nPre-register (below).\nGet your Zoom link.\nJoin us LIVE on October 15\, 2025 at 11 a.m. ET.\n\nNo travel. No fluff. Just 60 minutes of insight and connection with industry leaders who’ve been in your boots. \nSessions are not recorded – so be there live! \nRegister today! \nQuestions? Just holler. We’ll see you in the Huddle!
URL:https://harvestlandscapeconsulting.com/event/virtual-harvest-huddle-20/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250924T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250924T120000
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SUMMARY:Virtual Harvest Huddle
DESCRIPTION:You’re Invited! | The Virtual Harvest Huddle – September 2025 \nDate: Wednesday\, September 24\, 2025\nTime: 11:00 a.m. ET | 10:00 a.m. CT | 9:00 a.m. MT | 8:00 a.m. PT\nCost: Absolutely Free\nExperience: Fast-paced. Insight-packed. Can’t-miss. \nWhat’s the Harvest Huddle? \nIf you’re a lawn and landscape contractor who’s serious about growing your business\, sharpening your team\, and driving results – this Virtual Harvest Huddle is for you. \nEach month\, our expert Harvesters lead focused\, actionable sessions on the most critical areas of your business. You pick your topic and join a live Zoom breakout room for deep-dive discussions and real-time strategies you can use immediately. \nThis month our guest coach is Bill Benoit\, vice president of sales and marketing at the Integra Group where he leads efforts to help businesses streamline operations and boost ROI with BOSS\,® an enterprise-class operations management software. \nWith deep roots in the landscape industry\, Bill has held leadership roles in national full-service landscape firms\, managing teams across sales\, operations\, and business development. A former licensed arborist and Maryland Tree Expert\, he continues to hold contractor licenses in North Carolina and Virginia\, bringing both field and executive-level experience to the table. \nHe is also committed to advancing the industry through education and service. Bill serves on the advisory board for Montgomery College’s Landscape Technologies program and chairs Renewal and Remembrance\, the National Association of Landscape Professionals’ largest volunteer event. \nSeptember Breakout Topics \nChoose the conversation that matters most to you – or send one or more of your team to different rooms! \n\nBill Benoit: Raising the Bar: How to Navigate Rate Increases with Confidence\nEd Laflamme: Let’s Talk About How to Make Money\nBill Arman: Performance Reviews that Get Results\nAlison Hoffman: How Long Does it Take to Sell a Business?\nJud Griggs: Meetings that Will Improve Your Bottom Line\n\nHow It Works \n\nPick your room.\nPre-register (below).\nGet your Zoom link.\nJoin us LIVE on August 27 at 11 a.m. ET.\n\nNo travel. No fluff. Just 60 minutes of insight and connection with industry leaders who’ve been in your boots. \nSessions are not recorded – so be there live! \nQuestions? Just holler. We’ll see you in the Huddle! \n  \n  \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://harvestlandscapeconsulting.com/event/virtual-harvest-huddle-19/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250827T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250827T120000
DTSTAMP:20250821T120350Z
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UID:36140-1756292400-1756296000@harvestlandscapeconsulting.com
SUMMARY:Virtual Harvest Huddle
DESCRIPTION:You’re Invited! | The Virtual Harvest Huddle – August 2025 \nDate: Wednesday\, August 27\, 2025\nTime: 11:00 a.m. ET | 10:00 a.m. CT | 9:00 a.m. MT | 8:00 a.m. PT\nCost: Absolutely Free\nExperience: Fast-paced. Insight-packed. Can’t-miss. \nWhat’s the Harvest Huddle? \nIf you’re a lawn and landscape contractor who’s serious about growing your business\, sharpening your team\, and driving results – this Virtual Harvest Huddle is for you. \nEach month\, our expert Harvesters lead focused\, actionable sessions on the most critical areas of your business. You pick your topic and join a live Zoom breakout room for deep-dive discussions and real-time strategies you can use immediately. \nThis month\, guest coach Dara Dolinksy joins Harvester Ed in his room to discuss 5 Recruiting Trends Shaping 2025. Dara is head of partnerships at Team Engine\, a software platform built to help landscape companies solve their biggest workforce challenges. She specializes in connecting businesses with practical\, proven solutions to hire faster\, reduce turnover\, and strengthen communication with field crews. At Team Engine\, Dara works closely with company owners and operators to understand the real-world challenges they face – and how to solve them with automation\, best practices\, and smart technology. \nAugust Breakout Topics \nChoose the conversation that matters most to you – or send one or more of your team to different rooms! \n\nEd Laflamme and Dara Dolinsky: 5 Recruiting Trends Shaping 2025\nBill Arman: Getting Renewals Right\nAlison Hoffman: How Does Your Growth Potential Impact Your Company’s Value?\nJud Griggs: Performing Job Autopsies\nLauren Howell: Customer Relationships: 5 Steps & 5 Levels\n\nHow It Works \n\nPick your room.\nPre-register (below).\nGet your Zoom link.\nJoin us LIVE on August 27 at 11 a.m. ET.\n\nNo travel. No fluff. Just 60 minutes of insight and connection with industry leaders who’ve been in your boots. \nSessions are not recorded – so be there live! \nRegister today below. \nQuestions? Just holler. We’ll see you in the Huddle! \n  \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://harvestlandscapeconsulting.com/event/virtual-harvest-huddle-18/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250730T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250730T120000
DTSTAMP:20250707T133135Z
CREATED:20250707T133135Z
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UID:35991-1753873200-1753876800@harvestlandscapeconsulting.com
SUMMARY:You’re Invited! The Virtual Harvest Huddle
DESCRIPTION:What’s the Harvest Huddle? \nIf you’re a lawn and landscape contractor who’s serious about growing your business\, sharpening your team\, and driving results – this Virtual Harvest Huddle is for you. \nEach month\, our expert Harvesters lead focused\, actionable sessions on the most critical areas of your business. You pick your topic and join a live Zoom breakout room for deep-dive discussions and real-time strategies you can use immediately. \nJuly Breakout Topics \nChoose the conversation that matters most to you – or send your team to different rooms! \n\nBill Arman: Onboarding New Customers and New Employees\nEd Laflamme: Let’s Talk About How to Make More Money\nSteve Cesare: Key Initiatives: Increasing Client Retention\nAlison Hoffman: What’s My Company Worth?\nJud Griggs: Mid-Year Review – Are You Hitting Your Goals or Need to Recalibrate?\n\nHow It Works \n\nPick your room.\nPre-register (below).\nGet your Zoom link.\nJoin us LIVE on July 30 at 11 a.m. ET.\n\nNo travel. No fluff. Just 60 minutes of insight and connection with industry leaders who’ve been in your boots. \nSessions are not recorded – so be there live! \nQuestions? Just holler. We’ll see you in the Huddle! \n  \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://harvestlandscapeconsulting.com/event/youre-invited-the-virtual-harvest-huddle/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250402T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250402T153000
DTSTAMP:20250211T185819Z
CREATED:20250211T185819Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250211T185819Z
UID:35175-1743600600-1743607800@harvestlandscapeconsulting.com
SUMMARY:10 Ways to Kill the Sale of Your Business
DESCRIPTION:You don’t know what you don’t know! Avoid these costly mistakes. \nSelling your landscaping business is a major milestone — one that requires careful preparation to maximize value and avoid costly pitfalls. In this interactive two-hour virtual seminar\, Harvesters Alison Hoffman and Steve Cesare\, PhD reveal the most common deal-killing mistakes owners make when selling and how to avoid them. \nKey Insights You’ll Gain: \n\nWhat buyers look for—and what sends them running.\nWhy different buyers have different priorities.\nCommon financial\, legal\, HR\, and operational red flags.\nHow to conduct a pre-due diligence review for a smoother sale.\nThe timeline for fixing critical issues—years before you sell!\nWhat truly kills deals and how to stay ahead of the game.\n\nWho Should Attend? \nIf you own a landscaping business with $2M+ in annual revenue\, this seminar is for you. \nBonus Resources for Attendees: \n\nPre-due diligence checklists for each critical business area.\nA sample countdown timeline for selling your business.\nAdditional materials to help you start preparing now.\nThe Bottom Line: Less stress\, better planning\, and a more profitable exit.\nDon’t let hidden issues sabotage your sale.\nReserve your spot today!\n\n 
URL:https://harvestlandscapeconsulting.com/event/10-ways-to-kill-the-sale-of-your-business/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250319T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250319T120000
DTSTAMP:20250307T182410Z
CREATED:20250226T215442Z
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UID:35301-1742382000-1742385600@harvestlandscapeconsulting.com
SUMMARY:Virtual Harvest Huddle
DESCRIPTION:Join our popular Virtual Harvest Huddle March 19. \nWith the full horsepower of The Harvest Group\, you’ll spend an hour gaining new ideas and tips to incorporate into your business. Pick the topic you want to learn about – or register multiple members from your company to participate in more than one Zoom break-out room – and gain a wealth of knowledge without leaving your office. Every Harvester has years of experience in the topic being discussed. \nThis month’s huddle includes Guest Huddle Coach Bill Benoit\, VP of Sales and Marketing at The Integra Group\, with the topic of Cultivating Growth: Developing a Sales Process to Elevate Your Landscape Business\n\nBill leads efforts to empower businesses with BOSS®\, the enterprise-class operations management software helping organizations maximize growth and ROI by streamlining their operations and driving efficiency. Bill’s diverse background spans the public\, private\, and non-profit sectors\, with leadership experience in national full-service landscape companies. Formerly a licensed arborist\, Maryland Tree Expert\, and commercial pesticide applicator\, Bill continues to hold credentials as a landscape contractor and general contractor in North Carolina and Virginia. He is also chairman of Renewal and Remembrance\, the National Association of Landscape Professionals’ (NALP) largest annual volunteer event.\nCheck out the March topics from the Harvesters – \nEd Laflamme and guest huddle coach Bill Benoit — Cultivating Growth: Developing a Sales Process to Elevate Your Landscape Business \nBill Arman — Selling more extras: tips\, tactics\, techniques. \nAlison Hoffman – Time is of the essence when transitioning your business. \nJud Griggs – The art of networking. \nSteve Cesare – Key initiatives: increasing efficiency \nHow Does It Work? \nThis is a free event BUT you do need to pre-register and pre-select your room topic. Once your reservation is confirmed\, you will receive a Zoom meeting link with directions on logging in. Make sure you log in at 11 a.m. EASTERN! \nNote: Sessions will not be recorded.  \n 
URL:https://harvestlandscapeconsulting.com/event/virtual-harvest-huddle-17/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250312T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250312T153000
DTSTAMP:20250211T184731Z
CREATED:20250211T165151Z
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UID:35168-1741786200-1741793400@harvestlandscapeconsulting.com
SUMMARY:What's New in Selling Your Business in 2025
DESCRIPTION:Fortune favors the prepared business owner. \nAre you a landscape contractor with $2M+ in annual revenue? Whether you’re thinking of selling your business now or in 5-10 years\, join Harvesters Bill Arman and Alison Hoffman in this webinar and they will prepare you to maximize your company’s value and stay ahead in a rapidly changing market. \nKey Insights You’ll Gain: \n\nWhat buyers prioritize in 2025 and how to make your business stand out.\nThe importance of knowing your GPM and EBITDA by business line.\nHow to identify likely buyers and test your company’s fit.\nSteps to drive profitability\, improve satisfaction\, and increase valuation.\nCautionary tales to help you avoid costly mistakes.\n\nInteractive + Resources: \n\nReceive a 2025 Ideal Company Checklist and a guide on Calculating EBITDA.\nGet actionable advice and answers to your questions from industry experts.\n\nStart building the roadmap to your most profitable exit. Register now!
URL:https://harvestlandscapeconsulting.com/event/whats-new-in-selling-your-business-in-2025/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250219T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250219T120000
DTSTAMP:20250211T164453Z
CREATED:20250211T164315Z
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UID:35166-1739962800-1739966400@harvestlandscapeconsulting.com
SUMMARY:Virtual Harvest Huddle
DESCRIPTION:Join The Popular Virtual Harvest Huddles! \nWith the full horsepower of The Harvest Group\, you’ll spend an hour gaining new ideas and tips to incorporate into your business. Pick the topic you want to learn about – or register multiple members from your company to participate in more than one Zoom break-out room – and gain a wealth of knowledge without leaving your office. Every Harvester has years of experience in the topic being discussed. \nCheck out the February topics from the Harvesters – \n\nEd Laflamme – Let’s talk about ways to increase profits.\nAlison Hoffman – Top 5 reasons to work with a trusted adviser when exiting your business.\nJud Griggs – The most overlooked source of added revenue – your existing clients.\nSteve Cesare – Key initiatives – improving staffing.\n\nHow Does it Work? \nThis is a free event BUT you do need to pre-register and pre-select your room topic. Once your reservation is confirmed\, you will receive a Zoom meeting link with directions on logging in. Make sure you log in at 11 a.m. EASTERN! \nNote: Sessions will not be recorded.  \n Register in advance for this meeting. \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://harvestlandscapeconsulting.com/event/virtual-harvest-huddle-16/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250129T144500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250129T161500
DTSTAMP:20241127T192510Z
CREATED:20241127T192510Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241127T192510Z
UID:34794-1738161900-1738167300@harvestlandscapeconsulting.com
SUMMARY:Time Management: Taking Control of Your Life
DESCRIPTION:Join Harvester Jud Griggs at the Landscape Pro University hosted by the Urban Ag Council. \nHow many times during your typical week do you find yourself asking\, “Where did the day go?  The day is over\, and I didn’t accomplish half of what I wanted to do today.”  Yes\, we know your struggles!  You are being inundated daily with requests for your time and attention. Emails\, texts\, meetings\, employee problems and requests\, client\, and project issues and so on. They come at you from all directions. We invite you to join us to learn how to manage your time better so you can begin enjoying life again and prosper.
URL:https://harvestlandscapeconsulting.com/event/time-management-taking-control-of-your-life-2/
LOCATION:Cobb Galleria\, Atlanta\, GA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250114T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250114T125000
DTSTAMP:20241122T214615Z
CREATED:20241122T214615Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241122T214615Z
UID:34778-1736856000-1736859000@harvestlandscapeconsulting.com
SUMMARY:Lessons from the Garden: Sharing 5 Key Insights Learned from 100 years of Landscaping
DESCRIPTION:Keynote presentation at Green & Growin’ 25\, North Carolina Nursery & Landscape Association \nIn this presentation\, Bill Arman and Ed Laflamme draw on practical wisdom from a lifetime of tending both the literal and metaphorical gardens. This session offers fresh insights into leadership\, teamwork\, and innovation. Through their unique perspective\, you’ll gain insights to cultivate success in all areas of life. \nJoin Bill and Ed as they delve into 10 essential lessons that leaders and organizations can learn from the garden. Attendees will walk away with identifying if they are a manager or\na leader\, why culture counts\, and how to adapt\, change\, innovate or get out of the way!
URL:https://harvestlandscapeconsulting.com/event/lessons-from-the-garden-sharing-5-key-insights-learned-from-100-years-of-landscaping/
LOCATION:Sheraton Greensboro at Four Seasons
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250109T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250109T093000
DTSTAMP:20250102T190955Z
CREATED:20241127T193103Z
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SUMMARY:Is There Money Burning in Your Company? 50 Ways to Stop the Burn
DESCRIPTION:Join Head Harvester Jud Griggs at the Montana Green Expo. \nYou have just completed another year of creating or maintaining some great landscapes for your clients. You should have a good idea of where 2024 ended up financially. Was it a fantastic year where you have met and maybe exceeded revenue and profit goals? Or\, was it a disappointing year where you may have met your revenue goals\, but you have little or no profit on your bottom line? \nThere are few things in business as disappointing as working hard all year with little to show for your blood\, sweat and tears. Where is all the money going?? More than likely you are burning profit dollars by: \n\nHaving inefficiencies in the field.\nNot pricing your work effectively or accurately.\nHaving too much overhead.\n\nIn this presentation\, you will learn where the profit dollars may be burning and give you 50 ways to stop the burn!
URL:https://harvestlandscapeconsulting.com/event/is-money-burning-in-your-company-50-ways-to-stop-the-burn/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241211T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241211T120000
DTSTAMP:20241122T215350Z
CREATED:20241122T215350Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241122T215350Z
UID:34781-1733914800-1733918400@harvestlandscapeconsulting.com
SUMMARY:Virtual Harvest Huddle
DESCRIPTION:Join Our Popular Virtual Harvest Huddles! \nWith the full horsepower of The Harvest Group and a guest coach\, you’ll spend an hour gaining new ideas and tips to incorporate into your business. Pick the topic you want to learn about – or register multiple members from your company to participate in more than one Zoom break-out room – and gain a wealth of knowledge without leaving your office. Every Harvester has years of experience in the topic being discussed. \nThis month\, our guest hosts are a trio of folks from Rancho Mesa\, a 17-time national best practices property and casualty insurance broker specializing in the landscape\, tree care and lawn care industry.  Drew Garcia\, Rory Anderson and Greg Garcia have been featured in many of the top media industry outlets that make up the green industry. \nCheck out the December topics from the Harvesters – \nGuest coach – Rancho Mesa – Strategies to counter increasing commercial auto premiums \nEd Laflamme – Let’s talk electric landscape equipment and mowers \nAlison Hoffman – Top 5 mistakes to avoid when selling your business \nBill Arman – How do you Measure Success? Review of Top KPIs \nJud Griggs – Reducing seasonality  \nHow Does This Work? \nThis is a free event BUT you do need to pre-register and pre-select your room topic. Once your reservation is confirmed\, you will receive a Zoom meeting link with directions on logging in. Make sure you log in at 11 a.m. EASTERN! \nNote: Sessions will not be recorded.  \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://harvestlandscapeconsulting.com/event/virtual-harvest-huddle-15/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241021T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241021T190000
DTSTAMP:20240830T153923Z
CREATED:20240830T153923Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240830T153923Z
UID:34318-1729533600-1729537200@harvestlandscapeconsulting.com
SUMMARY:Virtual Harvest Town Hall
DESCRIPTION:Grab a glass of wine and join The Harvesters for an early evening pow wow. We’ll answer your most pressing questions and get you ready for the ELEVATE conference. \nStay tuned!
URL:https://harvestlandscapeconsulting.com/event/virtual-harvest-town-hall/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241009T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241009T120000
DTSTAMP:20240830T152207Z
CREATED:20240830T152207Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240830T152207Z
UID:34316-1728471600-1728475200@harvestlandscapeconsulting.com
SUMMARY:Virtual Harvest Huddle
DESCRIPTION:Gain valuable insight from The Harvesters to help solve difficult business challenges. \nStay tuned for topics.
URL:https://harvestlandscapeconsulting.com/event/virtual-harvest-huddle-13/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240911T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240911T153000
DTSTAMP:20240826T132434Z
CREATED:20240823T160024Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240826T132434Z
UID:34290-1726061400-1726068600@harvestlandscapeconsulting.com
SUMMARY:Top 10 Questions Buyers Ask Sellers
DESCRIPTION:Most lawn and landscape business owners are inundated with inquiries and offers to buy their companies. BEFORE you go down the challenging road of selling your business\, you should know what buyers REALLY want to know\, and what steps you can take to be prepared. Because if you don’t your lack of preparation may result in: \n\nYour potential buyer losing interest\nDevaluing your business before you get started\nBeing unprepared for negotiations\nLonger sales timeline\n\nDon’t miss this valuable seminar brought to you by Harvesters Bill Arman and Alison Hoffman
URL:https://harvestlandscapeconsulting.com/event/top-10-questions-buyers-ask-sellers/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240821T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240821T153000
DTSTAMP:20240812T131031Z
CREATED:20240730T131544Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240812T131031Z
UID:34130-1724247000-1724254200@harvestlandscapeconsulting.com
SUMMARY:Maximize Your Renewals: Key Strategies for Success
DESCRIPTION:Renewals should be an exciting time of the year. If you have performed well over the course of the year and have proactively communicated with your clients on a regular basis\, the renewal process should be a low stress way to continue to grow your business. \n\nSo why is it that your success rate on renewals is well under 90%?\nWhere are the roadblocks in your renewal process?\nSome blame their poor renewal rate on the economy\, Covid or even your customers!\nOr maybe it’s your process that is creating the “roadblock” to success?\n\nJoin Harvesters Bill and Jud for a two-hour seminar packed with ideas and information on the renewal process. During the seminar\, you will learn the proven process of getting all the renewals you want. \nCan you relate to any of these statements? \n\nMy success rate on getting renewals is going down\nI’m losing renewals to “the competition”\nPrice competition is increasing\n\nWhy attend and what you will learn –  \n\nThe four keys to renewal success\nHow to “set the table” for the renewal\nWhen to go for the increase and when to walk away\nHow to analyze your “Book of Business” to help you decide whether to submit a renewal proposal to a particular client.\nDiscover what new technology is available to you to make the renewal process much easier\n\nWe encourage you to have your account managers\, estimators\, and salespeople attend. What they will learn in two hours will more than pay for the webinar. It is a great investment for you\, your team and your company. \nEach participant will also receive several great sample renewal letters that help with getting the right renewal!
URL:https://harvestlandscapeconsulting.com/event/maximize-your-renewals-key-strategies-for-success/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240731T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240731T143000
DTSTAMP:20240717T173249Z
CREATED:20240717T173027Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240717T173249Z
UID:34054-1722432600-1722436200@harvestlandscapeconsulting.com
SUMMARY:Structuring Your Design Build Team for Success
DESCRIPTION:Join Head Harvester Jud Griggs for a fast-paced\, two-part FREE webinar on how best to structure your high-end residential design/build company for success. \nBringing the vision and dreams of your customers can’t be achieved by just anyone. It takes a highly skilled design/build company led by an experienced sales team and a creative design team. Undoubtedly\, you have the creative juices to build a successful company\, but the business side may wear you down. \nJuly 31 and August 1 from 1:30 to 2:30 p.m. Eastern \nCan you relate to any of these statements? \n\nAre you experiencing infighting in your organization?\nDo you have the design/sales team pitted against the production team rather than the whole team working together to achieve company goals?\nAre you falling short of meeting and exceeding your budgeted goals?\nAre you having trouble finding that superstar that is a creative designer\, a fantastic salesperson and knows how to mangee a project? What are your options?\n\nYou may be structured the wrong way which can directly cause these issues. I have found that the wrong structure can divide a company. \nWhat you will learn- \n\nOne structure may work for one design build company\, but not yours. Why?\nWhat do you need to assess to determine the best structure for your company\nAre you a production-driven company\, or a sales-driven company and why does it matter?\n\nWhy attend? \n\nReview different ways to structure your design build team\nWhy the correct structure is critical to your long-term success\nFind out how the right structure can lead to increased profit for you.\n\nKey takeaways- \n\nHow to assess current talent on your team\, both on the design side and the production side resulting in the best structure for you\nLearn the seven best ways to structure your design build company.\nWhy leadership is critical in determining the best structure for you\n\nBonus takeaway- \n\nShould you be charging for your designs?\nIf so\, how much?\n\nREGISTRATION- \nJuly 31st  – https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZ0td–rpzktE9bx6-jf9NWeMlsOc260r-rt\n\n\nAugust 1st – https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZUpdemurD0pHNaPeLqSd_X2kp55LnXzW_vn\n 
URL:https://harvestlandscapeconsulting.com/event/structuring-your-design-build-team-for-success/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240717T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240717T120000
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SUMMARY:Virtual Harvest Huddle
DESCRIPTION:Join The Popular Virtual Harvest Huddle! \nWith the full horsepower of The Harvest Group and usually a guest coach\, you’ll spend an hour gaining new ideas and tips to incorporate into your business. Pick the topic you want to learn about – or register multiple members from your company to participate in more than one Zoom break-out room – and gain a wealth of knowledge without leaving your office. Every Harvester has years of experience in the topic being discussed. \nThis month\, our guest host is Carlos del Pozo is a founder of Team Engine\, a text-first software platform that helps companies in industries with a deskless workforce (such as landscaping\, construction\, and manufacturing) grow and retain their workforces. Prior to founding Team Engine\, Carlos served as an Infantry Officer in the US Army and grew up in a small business family in San Diego. He lives in Boulder\, Colorado. \nCheck out the July topics from the Harvesters – \n Guest coach – Carlos del Pozo\, Team Engine – Streamline your recruiting and hiring process. \nEd Laflamme – Let’s talk about ways to save time and reduce costs to increase profits. \nJud Griggs – Mid-year checkup to ensure successful year-end results. \nAlison Hoffman – Exit planning fundamentals: what is the value gap and why is it important? \nChris Darnell – Navigating seasonal sales: strategies for a steady stream of business. \nSteve Cesare – Worker’s compensation overview \nHow is This Going to Work? \nThis is a free event\, all you need to do is pre-register and pre-select your room topic. Once your reservation is confirmed\, you will receive a Zoom meeting link with directions on logging in. Make sure you log in at 11 a.m. EASTERN!! \nNote: Sessions will not be recorded. \n  \n  \n  \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://harvestlandscapeconsulting.com/event/virtual-harvest-huddle-14/
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SUMMARY:Green Industry Best Practices: Coaching\, Disciplining and Terminating Employees
DESCRIPTION:Employee issues are always a top concern for every landscape business owner\, manager or supervisor. Whether it’s staffing\, training\, safety or compensation\, employee issues take up a lot of time\, energy and resources. This set of demands increases significantly when any type of corrective action must be delivered. \nLandscape contractors should attend this virtual seminar to learn – better coaching skills that will improve their subordinates’ job performance; the right way to document\, determine and deliver employee discipline (e.g.\, verbal warning\, written reprimand\, unpaid suspension); and a professional process for conducting a fair\, respectful and legal termination. \nThis virtual seminar delivered by Harvester Steve Cesare\, Ph.D.\, will be engaging\, informative and entertaining\, all the while focusing on actual practices used by many successful companies throughout the green industry. \nHere are some key take-aways\, points and tools you will receive as part of this virtual seminar: \n\nRealize the distinct role of being a coach\, not just a supervisor.\nInformation on the GROW\, STEPPA\, OSKAR\, CLEAR and ABCD coaching models.\nAn application of the Start-Stop-Keep performance coaching form.\nExamples of SOPs for verbal coaching\, written reprimand\, suspension and termination.\nGuidelines for improving the quality of documenting employee performance.\nAdministrative forms related to discipline\, incident reporting\, PIP and employee termination.\nThe Top 40 things that must be considered before terminating an employee.\n\n 
URL:https://harvestlandscapeconsulting.com/event/green-industry-best-practices-coaching-disciplining-and-terminating-employees/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240404T133000
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SUMMARY:Mastering Decision-Making for Landscape Business Owners
DESCRIPTION:Every day\, we make hundreds of decisions\, some of which have changed our lives. \nAs important as decision-making is\, we have never been taught how to do it properly. I certainly don’t remember taking decision-making in school.\nWatch the brief video below to learn more about making decisive and effective decisions that can change your life. \n\nWhat You’re Going to Learn\nHow we’d be speaking German\, if it wasn’t for one man’s decision in WWII\nThe various types of decisions\, both good and bad\nThe curse of making emotional decisions and how to prevent it\nThe 6 steps in the decision-making process\nHow to break indecisiveness and overthinking\nDecision fatigue is real – let’s talk about how to prevent it\nHow your health impacts decision making\nIf you can’t decide to register or not for this seminar\, then you NEED to click below!
URL:https://harvestlandscapeconsulting.com/event/mastering-decision-making-for-landscape-business-owners/
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