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Roots Of Success

Roots Of Success

著者： McFarlin Stanford
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 Are you ready to take your landscaping business to the next level? Tune in to Roots of Success, the premier landscaper's podcast that brings you the latest tips and strategies from the industry's most successful coaches. Hosted by Tommy Cole, VP and Principal of McFarlin Stanford, each episode features candid conversations with landscape business owners and industry experts who have overcome obstacles and achieved extraordinary success. Whether you're struggling with people, profits, or just day-to-day challenges, Tommy and his guests have the real-world experience and practical advice to help you build a thriving and profitable landscape business.2023 マネジメント マネジメント・リーダーシップ リーダーシップ 経済学
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  • What Budget? How to Create a Budget You and Your Team Can Understand Like a Scoreboard

    What Budget? How to Create a Budget You and Your Team Can Understand Like a Scoreboard
    2025/12/26
    Budgeting doesn't have to be a mystery—or a misery! On this episode of Roots of Success, host Kevin Keim sits down with Liz Helton and Steve Alley from McFarlin Stanford to walk through how budgeting can transform your landscaping business. The trio shares actionable strategies for starting a budget from scratch, using your company's historic data, and adapting budgets as realities change. They explain the differences between budgets and forecasts, why seasonality matters, and how to avoid common pitfalls (like not budgeting at all). You'll get inside tips on controlling costs, maximizing gross profit, and holding your team accountable—all with practical techniques you can use right away. If you've been putting off budgeting or want to help your business take the next step, this episode will provide good advice to get you started. THE BIG IDEA:  You can only manage what you measure KEY MOMENTS: [03:35] "Budgeting Based on Historical Data" [06:59] Seasonal Budgeting for Landscaping Businesses [11:55] "Three-Way Budget Tool Overview" [15:20] "QuickBooks Budgeting Benefits Explained" [19:50] "Importance of Classifying Business Costs" [21:08] Accurate Budgeting with Historical Data [26:00] "Planning Revenue with Hour Metrics" [29:29] "Focus on Major Cost Drivers" [31:56] "Cutting Costs and Smart Spending" [37:38] "Breaking Goals into Manageable Steps" [41:33] "Communicate the Score: Are We Winning?" QUESTIONS WE ANSWER Why is it important for businesses, especially in the landscaping industry, to create a budget before the year begins? What is the difference between a budget and a forecast in financial planning? How does historical data play a role when building an annual budget? What challenges might a company face if they don't break out expenses by class or division? How can industry seasonality impact the process of budgeting revenue? What are some basic tools or software that can help a landscaping company create a budget using their historical data? Why is labor considered the most critical cost to manage in landscaping, and how should it be budgeted? What are some common pitfalls businesses face by not reviewing recurring expenses, such as insurance and software subscriptions? How can reviewing actual results against the budget throughout the year help improve business performance? Why is it crucial to communicate budget goals and metrics to team members, and how can breaking down targets make them more achievable?
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    47 分
  • Real Training for Real Landscapers: No Actors Needed

    Real Training for Real Landscapers: No Actors Needed
    2025/12/11
    Join host Chris Psencik as he sits down with Matt Crinklaw, founder of Greenius, for his view of the evolution of training in the landscape industry. From humble beginnings and funny translation mishaps to technological innovation and culture transformation, Matt Crinklaw shares how Greenius is helping thousands of contractors build efficient, happy teams and combat high turnover. Explore the power of prioritizing training, the lessons learned from trying to teach actors to be landscapers and a sneak peek at what's ahead for workforce development. Tune in for practical takeaways and memorable stories you can use in your own business journey. THE BIG IDEA:  Prioritization creates capacity KEY MOMENTS: [04:54] "Learning Landscaping Hands-On" [06:51] Why Landscaping Became My Path [12:03] "From Soil to Solid Rock" [15:38] "Building Tailored Company Systems" [20:04] Overcoming Biases and Language Barriers [23:40] "Effective Communication and Team Buy-In" [25:37] "Superior Tech and Expert Content" [30:58] "Engagement Drives Progress, Not Just Payment" [34:42] "Success Story and Future Plans" QUESTIONS WE ANSWER What inspired the creation of a systemized training platform for the landscaping industry, and what were the initial challenges faced? What are some of the key lessons learned from trying to train new employees in operating heavy equipment without adequate onboarding? In what ways has technology transformed landscape workforce training over the past two decades? How do personal relationships and camaraderie in the field influence long-term commitment to the landscaping profession? What role does employee career path mapping play in reducing turnover and increasing efficiency? How does a company measure whether their training solutions are effective and being utilized by their team members? What strategies are used to integrate customer feedback into software development and training curriculum updates? How is gamification and emerging tech like AI being used or considered for future workforce training in the landscaping sector?
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    37 分
  • ACE Coaches Roundtable: What's the deal with McFarlin Stanford & The Grow Group?

    ACE Coaches Roundtable: What's the deal with McFarlin Stanford & The Grow Group?
    2025/11/26
    Ever wondered how the partnership between McFarlin Stanford and The Grow Group got its start? On this roundtable episode of Roots of Success, Jason New, Chris Psencik and Jim Cali of McFarlin Stanford sit down with Marty Grunder and Vince Torchia of The Grow Group to recall how ACE Peer Groups began and how it has grown through over 10 years of collaboration. You'll hear the candid, behind-the-scenes tales of how a simple idea—born out of entrepreneurial struggle and a desire for community—blossomed into a nationwide network changing the lives and businesses of its members. Get the inside track on new ACE initiatives, the role of technology and team engagement, and what makes the partnership between these two companies so powerful. If you're looking for the blueprint on building a supportive, high-achieving community, this episode is for you. THE BIG IDEA:  Stronger Together KEY MOMENTS: [04:56] "Building World-Class Peer Meetings" [06:17] "Parenting and Limited Disclosure" [11:05] "Impromptu Presentation Success Story" [14:16] "Building Connected Peer Networks" [16:45] ACE Peer Learning & Growth [21:37] Rapid Industry Change and Growth [23:45] "Teaching Intentions and Growth" [27:21] "Outsourcing for Better Focus" [28:36] "Maximizing Business Leverage Points" [33:54] "Reflecting on Growth and Gratitude" [35:57] "Stronger Together in Collaboration" QUESTIONS WE ANSWER How did the idea for the ACE peer group program originate, and what gap was it intended to fill within the landscape industry? What are some specific challenges business owners face when it comes to finding accountability and honest feedback in their professional lives? What key features differentiate the ACE peer group program from other industry mastermind groups or networking events? How has the evolution of technology (like apps and webinars) improved the experience and value provided to peer group members? In what ways does the annual GROW event contribute to the professional development and culture of participating companies? How does offering specialized services, such as bookkeeping and recruiting, help landscape businesses focus more on their core strengths? What role does a strong sense of community play in driving long-term engagement and success in peer groups? What are some real-world examples of transformational outcomes seen among companies that consistently participate in these peer groups and educational events?
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    39 分
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