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November 2023

Seth’s Corner: A preview of our irrigation-focused November issue

It may be December but Seth Jones and the Landscape Management team don't want you to forget about the great content found in our November issue.

Experts say the size of the tree is a main determining factor for the type of approach needed for grinding. (Photo: Chorbie)

What are the best practices and equipment for effective stump removal?

Follow these tips to make the most of your stump removal services.

Photo: guilhembertholet

How to think ahead to protect your company

The legal team at Zilmen & McGuiness shares what issues contractors should know and think about.

The GrassRoots Turf family came together to support their own. (Photo: GrassRoots Turf)

How franchises help members with transparency, support

Peter Henrikson shares why he chose GrassRoots for its focus on customers, products and technology.

Automation helps contractors do more with less time and effort. (Photo: courtesy of FieldRoutes)

Use scheduling software to get a leg up on your business

With the right technology, you’ll feel like you have a bigger staff than you do.

(Photo: JohnGollop/E+/Getty Images)

Grow your Green: One owner’s unconventional approach gets results, brings joy

Greg Herring shares how finding a greater life margin can also lead to a greater profit margin at your business.

(Photo: Local Roots Landscaping)

Local Roots Landscaping delivers grand entrance for homeowner with overhaul

For this project, Local Roots Landscaping won a Bronze Award from the 2022 National Association of Landscape Professionals’ Awards of Excellence program.

Experts say it’s important to stay up-to-date on routine maintenance so contractors can maximize their equipment investment. (Photo: Takeuchi)

Stay on top of compact excavator maintenance

Spending a little now can save a lot later, experts advise.

(Photo: Gachina Landscape Management)

The Big One: How Gachina Landscape Management restored a shopping center to glory

Gachina Landscape Management won a silver award from the 2022 National Association of Landscape Professionals’ Awards of Excellence program for this project.

(Photo: Monster Tree Service of Rochester)

Why should you care about soil health?

There’s a lot going on beneath the surface. Experts share what to consider.

(Photo: JohnGollop/E+/Getty Images)

Grow your Green: One owner’s unconventional approach gets results, brings joy

Greg Herring shares how finding a greater life margin can also lead to a greater profit margin at your business.

Experts say the size of the tree is a main determining factor for the type of approach needed for grinding. (Photo: Chorbie)

What are the best practices and equipment for effective stump removal?

Follow these tips to make the most of your stump removal services.

(Photo courtesy of Seiler’s Landscaping)

Five Questions: Will Seiler

LM's Seth Jones chats with Will Seiler, owner and CEO of Seiler's Landscaping about the history of the company, his most memorable day at work and more.

Fleet management software can help companies keep track of job status, arrival times and scheduling. (Photo: Fleetio)

Unlocking the strengths of fleet management software

Pro-grade fleet management software provides tangible benefits to the overall business, such as improved efficiency, reduced costs and enhanced safety.

Smart controllers can help predict and adjust water needs of a system on the fly. (Photo: Hunter Industries)

Get smart with the help of some drought-busting tools

Advanced irrigation technology allows contractors to assist clients with more effective irrigation practices while minding local mandates to curb water use.

(Photo: LM Staff)

LM Gallery: November 2023

Check out a few of the faces the LM team saw at the Equip Expo 2023.

Editorial Advisory Board graphic (Graphic: LM Staff)

The No. 1 thing green industry business owners should do this off-season

Pros in the green industry share their No. 1 tip that a business owner should do during the off-season.

There’s only so much time in a day, week or month. How do you prioritize your time to allow for your personal margin? (Photo: skynesher/E+/Getty Images)

Leadership Advantage: Why personal margin matters to you and your business

Ben Gandy explains that there’s a difference between being busy and grinding away and the value in monitoring your personal margin.

Maas Verde Landscape Restoration worked to fix a nonfunctioning irrigation system at a popular Texas state park. (Photo courtesy of Maas Verde Landscape Restoration)

Three companies share how you can save when you revamp your irrigation systems

Three companies, including Maas Verde in Central Texas, discuss how they overcame irrigation nightmares.

(Photo: Seth Jones)

Seth’s Cut: Memories of Equip Exposition ’23

Seth Jones recaps his time at the 2023 Equip Exposition and shares many of the reasons why the event was a memorable one.

Event organizers offer plenty of opportunities to network at the 2023 Irrigation Show and Education Week in San Antonio. (Photo: Irrigation Association)

Headed to San Antonio for the Irrigation Show? Here’s what you need to know

First timers might get overwhelmed by the scope and offerings of the association’s annual event. Here, the Irrigation Association’s Stephanie Clark shares what not to miss

LM November 2023 Issue: Digital Edition

Read the November 2023 issue of Landscape Management magazine. The Irrigation Issue: Three Texas Companies on Overcoming Irrigation Nightmares. Equip Expo Recap. How to Take Calculated Risks.

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