Business Insider: The importance of strategic planning for equipment and technology

Phil HarwoodNov 3, 2023

Adopting new equipment and technology can involve significant changes in operational processes. Phil Harwood offers tips to make changes more seamlessly.

The importance of asking the right questions when it comes to hiring

Phil HarwoodNov 3, 2023

Phil Harwood shares why operations need to look within to devise the best recruitment and onboarding processes for new hires.

Snow Strategy: Review your scope of work in snow contracts

Phil HarwoodNov 3, 2023

Phil Harwood explains how a clear scope of work section may result in a longer contract, but it may also result in a better relationship with your customer.

High Performance: The true value of giving back

Phil HarwoodNov 3, 2023

Phil Harwood shares the value of giving back, whether through volunteering your industry services to those in need or through other ways and means.

High Performance: Is it time to close the pool?

Phil HarwoodNov 3, 2023

Phil Harwood asks landscape business owners to take a close look at services provided to identify areas to eliminate due to a lack of labor.

Considering increasing your employee referral bonus amount? Read this first

Phil HarwoodNov 3, 2023

Phil Harwood shares how bumping up employee referral bonuses may seem like a good long-term idea but can often only have short-term benefits.

High Performance: How to conduct the ultimate exit interview

Phil HarwoodNov 3, 2023

Phil Harwood shares how examining your own resignations from jobs can help prevent attrition and improve employee retention at your business.

It may seem early, but it’s time to shift your focus to snow

Phil HarwoodNov 3, 2023

It’s May. The grass is growing. The flowers are going in. But snow is inevitably coming and Phil Harwood explains why you should start prepping now.

High Performance: How to flip the script on raising prices

Phil HarwoodNov 3, 2023

Phil Harwood shares how to telling clients you need to raise your prices for services can go off without a hitch like a Broadway play.

Business Insider: Do you know the worth of your business?

Phil HarwoodNov 3, 2023

Phil Harwood explains why it’s important to know the worth of your business and the best strategies for going through the valuation process.

High Performance: How to win the renewal game

Phil HarwoodNov 3, 2023

The renewal process takes many different shapes in our industry. The renewal process for residential work is different than that for commercial work and there are many variations within these general categories. All of this variation makes writing about the renewal process challenging. However, some common themes apply to most situations. As we consider our […]

Business Insider: The benefits of scenario planning

Phil HarwoodNov 3, 2023

Phil Harwood shares why strategic planning can play a key role in the future of your business.

High Performance: How to prepare your team for transition

Phil HarwoodNov 3, 2023

Phil Harwood shares how business owners can increase the potential for a successful transition if they’re planning to leave or sell the business.