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  • From Disengaged to High Performers: How to Turn Employee Engagement into Your Competitive Advantage - What Is Employee Engagement (Part 2)
    2026/02/09
    Snow, landscape, and service‑industry companies often face the same exhausting cycle: high turnover, no‑call/no‑shows, low morale, weak accountability, and teams that fall apart during peak season. These issues feel like “people problems,” but they all point to one root cause, low employee engagement. In this follow‑up to Part 1 of the Employee Engagement series, Evan reveals how engagement directly transforms chaotic, reactive crews into dependable teams that show up, care about their work, and stay longer. You’ll learn why engaged employees can drive 21–51% lower turnover, 78% less absenteeism, and up to 23% higher profitability, and how these gains translate into smoother operations, higher service quality, and a stronger leadership bench. Most importantly, Evan breaks down practical ways leaders can start shifting engagement immediately, so you can create a workplace where great people want to work, grow, and perform. You’ll walk away knowing how to:
    • Learn about and develop your team’s strengths
    • Fuel team members to go the extra mile through recognition
    • Show them you care through consistent positive behaviors
    • Give them opportunities to grow at work
    • Create a Win/Win Work environment where people and performance thrive
    If you want a team you can rely on, not just during storms, surges, and peak months, but all year long, this episode shows you how engagement becomes your most powerful operational tool.

    NET Gain (Networking Encouragement Training) exists to encourage, train, and connect the Snow, Landscape, and related industries. We host a monthly podcast recording where attendees can network with the guests after the recording. To be registered for future meetups, sign up here.

    Theme song "Snow Fight Win" by Evan The Jack available on all streaming platforms.

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    25 分
  • From Unskilled Crews to High‑Performing, Well‑Coached Teams - with Leadership Coach Thane Isaacs
    2026/02/02

    Many snow, landscape, and service companies struggle because their teams simply aren’t equipped with the skills, confidence, or leadership support needed to perform at a high level. When training is inconsistent, or missing altogether, owners end up with avoidable mistakes, frustrated employees, and constant turnover that drains time and profit.

    In this NET Gain Live session, Thane Isaacs breaks down how to transform unskilled, inconsistent crews into high‑performing teams through intentional training, leadership development, and real coaching. You’ll learn why team growth isn’t a perk, it’s the engine that drives operational excellence, employee retention, and the Win/Win Workplaces today’s workforce demands.

    You’ll walk away with practical insights on how to:

    • Build training systems that develop people faster and more consistently
    • Coach employees in a way that strengthens trust and raises performance
    • Develop leaders who elevate their crews instead of micromanaging them
    • Create a culture where people grow, stay longer, and take pride in their work

    If you want a stronger, more reliable team—one that shows up motivated, skilled, and engaged—this conversation shows you the path from people problems to people potential.

    NET Gain (Networking Encouragement Training) exists to encourage, train, and connect the Snow, Landscape, and related industries. We host a monthly podcast recording where attendees can network with the guests after the recording. To be registered for future meetups, sign up here.

    Theme song "Snow Fight Win" by Evan The Jack available on all streaming platforms.

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    26 分
  • Struggling in Snow Operations? How Extra Mile Snow Built a Winning Team and Gained a Competitive Edge
    2026/01/19

    Snow operations prep and work can feel overwhelming, especially when you’re short on experienced equipment operators. In this episode, Aron Rodman and Harry Steldt share how Extra Mile Snow tackled that challenge by building strong crew connections and leveraging Wolf America Loaders for efficiency. Discover practical strategies to recruit, train, and retain top talent while creating a workplace where your team thrives and your business wins.

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    55 分
  • From Storm Chaos to Confident, Prepared Snow Teams - Pro Tips for Snow Operations with Kory Grace
    2026/01/05

    Snow operations fall apart when teams are unprepared, communication breaks down, and leaders feel like they’re constantly reacting instead of staying ahead of the storm. Those gaps create stress for your crews, frustration for your clients, and missed opportunities to build the kind of team that returns year after year.

    In this NET Gain Live conversation, Kory Grace shares decades of in‑the‑trenches experience to help you transform storm chaos into confident, dependable snow teams. You’ll learn practical steps to strengthen your operation before, during, and after each event, so your people know what to do, how to do it, and feel supported every step of the way.

    You’ll walk away with actionable insights on how to:

    • Prepare teams in advance so expectations are clear and confusion disappears
    • Lead effectively during the storm with communication that keeps everyone aligned
    • Debrief after events to build skill, morale, and long‑term retention
    • Create a culture where your crews feel confident, valued, and committed

    When your team is prepared and supported, your operation becomes smoother, your people stay longer, and your workplace becomes a true Win/Win for everyone.

    NET Gain (Networking Encouragement Training) exists to encourage, train, and connect the Snow, Landscape, and related industries. We host a monthly podcast recording where attendees can network with the guests after the recording. To be registered for future meetups, sign up here.

    Theme song "Snow Fight Win" by Evan The Jack available on all streaming platforms.

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    25 分
  • From Disengaged Teams to a Workforce That Actually Shows Up and Performs - What Is Employee Engagement (Part 1)
    2025/12/15

    Many snow, landscape, and service companies battle the same recurring issues: high turnover, chronic absenteeism, low morale, and inconsistent performance. These symptoms aren’t random, they are the direct result of low employee engagement, and they quietly drain profit, productivity, and leadership energy year‑round.

    In this episode, Evan breaks down what employee engagement actually is and how understanding it can turn disengaged, reactive crews into a reliable, motivated workforce. You’ll learn how engagement drives real business outcomes , including 21–51% less turnover, 78% less absenteeism, and 23% higher profitability, and why it’s a foundational tool for building teams you can trust during peak seasons and high-pressure events.

    You’ll walk away with actionable takeaways on how to:

    • Identify the root causes of disengagement in your company
    • Build daily habits and leadership behaviors that strengthen employee connection
    • Create clarity, recognition, and growth opportunities that keep people invested
    • Stabilize your workforce so recruiting gets easier, training sticks, and retention rises
    • Use engagement as the backbone of a true Win/Win Workplace

    If you want fewer staffing fires — and more people who stay, care, and perform — this episode shows you the starting point.

    NET Gain (Networking Encouragement Training) exists to encourage, train, and connect the Snow, Landscape, and related industries. We host a monthly podcast recording where attendees can network with the guests after the recording. To be registered for future meetups, sign up here.

    Theme song "Snow Fight Win" by Evan The Jack available on all streaming platforms.

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    21 分
  • From Guessing on Salt Usage to Total Control and Higher Productivity - Hilltip Overview with Craig Sandmann
    2025/12/01

    Most snow and landscape companies lose money every winter because they don’t actually know how much salt they’re putting down. Over‑application eats away at margins, damages client trust, and hurts the environment, while under‑application risks safety, service failures, and callbacks. Operating on guesswork puts your team, your profitability, and your reputation on the line.

    In this episode, Craig Sandmann of Hilltip NA shows how to move from uncertain, inconsistent salt usage to full tracking, control, and efficiency. You’ll learn how modern salt‑tracking systems help you measure exactly what’s applied at every site, giving you the data you need to improve productivity, protect margins, and operate responsibly — without adding workflow complexity.

    You’ll walk away with practical takeaways on how to:

    • Eliminate guesswork and make data‑driven decisions about material usage
    • Maintain compliance and environmental responsibility with accurate tracking
    • Reduce waste and protect profitability during peak storm cycles
    • Use equipment insights to train crews better and improve accountability
    • Strengthen retention by giving teams tools that make their work easier and more predictable

    If you want a team that performs consistently — and a business that stops bleeding money on materials — this episode shows how the right tracking system becomes a cornerstone of your Win/Win Workplace.

    NET Gain (Networking Encouragement Training) exists to encourage, train, and connect the Snow, Landscape, and related industries. We host a monthly podcast recording where attendees can network with the guests after the recording. To be registered for future meetups, sign up here.

    Theme song "Snow Fight Win" by Evan The Jack available on all streaming platforms.

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    27 分
  • From Software Chaos to a System Your Team Actually Uses - Yeti Software Overview with Bart Huber
    2025/11/24

    Most snow, landscape, and service companies invest in software hoping it will fix their operational headaches, only to end up using 30% of what they bought. The result? Confusion in the field, frustrated teams, scattered data, and leaders who feel like they’re paying for a tool that never delivers.

    In this episode, Evan sits down with Bart Huber of Yeti Software to show you how to turn software chaos into a streamlined, people‑powered system that actually works. You’ll learn how the best companies evaluate software, roll it out successfully, and build processes their teams will follow, even during the busiest weeks of the season. With the right approach, software doesn’t just automate tasks; it empowers your people, increases engagement, and supports a healthier, more consistent operation.

    You’ll walk away with practical takeaways on how to:

    • Choose software that truly fits your business, not just what’s trendy
    • Roll out new tools in a way your team buys into
    • Turn better data and workflows into faster decisions and higher profitability
    • Reduce chaos during storms with clearer communication and repeatable processes
    • Use technology to support recruiting, training, and retention by giving your people what they need to succeed

    If you want your software to stop slowing you down — and start building a Win/Win Workplace — this episode gives you the roadmap.

    Yeti Discount Code: Use Code NG25 to get your first month free on Yeti.

    NET Gain (Networking Encouragement Training) exists to encourage, train, and connect the Snow, Landscape, and related industries. We host a monthly podcast recording where attendees can network with the guests after the recording. To be registered for future meetups, sign up here.

    Theme song "Snow Fight Win" by Evan The Jack available on all streaming platforms.

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    40 分
  • My Passion Solves Your Problems - Go From People Problems to a Purpose‑Driven People Plan
    2025/11/17

    Many snow, landscape, and service companies struggle with the same core challenge: they can’t find, develop, or keep the right people. Turnover drains momentum, seasonal retention suffers, and leaders feel stuck repeating the same staffing battles year after year.

    In this episode, Evan Tachoir shares the passion that drives Jack of All People Trades, and how that passion directly solves the people problems holding companies back. After helping one organization reduce turnover by 46% and increase self‑performing growth by over $2 million, Evan reveals what he learned and why he is committed to helping snow and landscape businesses do the same.

    You’ll discover how purpose and people strategy come together to:

    • Build recruiting systems that attract the right employees
    • Train teams to perform with confidence and consistency
    • Strengthen retention through engagement and strengths‑based development
    • Create Win/Win Workplaces where employees thrive and company goals accelerate

    If you want a team that stays, grows, and performs — not just one that shows up — this story will inspire you and give you practical steps to start transforming your workforce today.

    NET Gain (Networking Encouragement Training) exists to encourage, train, and connect the Snow, Landscape, and related industries. We host a monthly podcast recording where attendees can network with the guests after the recording. To be registered for future meetups, sign up here.

    Theme song "Snow Fight Win" by Evan The Jack available on all streaming platforms.

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    18 分