In the business world, terms are often tossed around in meetings and discussions with little context or that lack deep understanding. Some of these terms even rise to the level of “buzzwords” without an outline of what they mean or how they function in real life. As business leaders, we may find ourselves wanting to drill down on terms to ensure that our understanding is accurate, and our knowledge base is working for our business objectives. […]
As we all continue to get adjusted to working from home, you may find yourself needing some assistance getting into your new routine. It can be challenging to juggle both home and work obligations while in the same environment, so check out these guidelines that may apply.
Spring-Green Lawn Care is proud to announce its newest franchise owner, Bruce Mohns Jr. of Eau Claire, Wisconsin and the surrounding area. Bruce is a fully-licensed architect and has a background in sales. He isn’t the first Mohns to join the Spring-Green team – his father, Bruce Mohns Senior, owns and operates our Wisconsin Rapids location. […]
Spring-Green Lawn Care was recently featured in 1851 Franchise Magazine. Dan Hillenbrand, owner of Spring-Green in Edmond, Oklahoma, was joined by Mark Potocki, director of Spring-Green Business Development. Together they discussed the importance of the National Advisory Council as a resource to further develop the growing franchise system. […]
As the workforce continues on a trend toward globalization and as competition becomes steeper than ever before, the need for a diversity strategy is transitioning from a “nice to have” to a necessity. Use this brief guide to help you unpack the four types of diversification and the strategies that align with each one.
Diversification is a buzzword that’s often thrown around as the secret sauce to success in your business. Still, truth be told, many of us may not have a deep understanding of what diversification actually entails and why it even matters. Let’s unpack what it means to diversify your business and get maximum returns on your investment in your business.
Spring-Green Lawn Care is proud to announce its newest franchise owners, Lee and Yvonne Nisly. The Nisly’s will service Wichita and Hutchinson, Kansas and their surrounding communities. Background in Business Lee Nisly, a seasoned green industry expert, started his career working at a maintenance company when he was in high school. Together Lee and Yvonne purchased Lee’s Lawn Care in 1999, which was a dream of his. “I enjoy working outside on lawns and interacting with customers. I also enjoy the flexibility that it provides for myself and my family” […]
Spring-Green Lawn Care is proud to announce its newest franchise owners, Andrew Turner and Derek Turner of Greenville, Greer, and the surrounding cities of South Carolina. Drawn To The Green Industry Andrew Turner, a seasoned green industry expert, began his landscaping career when he was only 15 years old. Being in the green industry for over 12 years, Turner enjoys working outside on lawns. When asked what attracted Turner to the lawn care side of the business, he said, “It’s cliché, but to beautify people’s lawns.” Businesses Working Together Along […]
How SMART Goals Help Your Employees Stave Off Burnout There is a fine line between motivating your team to be driven toward success at work and working so hard that you burnout. Your job as a leader in your organization is the key to guiding your employees toward balancing their goals, optimizing productivity, and not approaching burnout. Some might say, it’s working smarter, not harder. A team of overworked, burnt-out workers can leave a deep, negative impact on your culture, your ability to innovate, your recruiting efforts and, ultimately, your […]
Businesses in-the-know are placing emphasis (and investment) on making sure their customers are happy because they understand the impact customer satisfaction has on the bottom line. Why Customer Satisfaction Matters: Hubspot reports 80% of customers will switch companies after one poor service experience. Microsoft reports 54% of consumers have higher customer service expectations than they did one year ago. Statista reported that 64% of American consumers reached out for some form of customer service from businesses. Define and monitor Customer Satisfaction: Define what customer satisfaction looks like for your business. […]