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Latest podcast episodes about Landcare

Growing In The Green Industry
REPLAY: Organic Growth and Embracing Discomfort with Anita Palmer

Growing In The Green Industry

Play Episode Listen Later May 21, 2025 43:15


In this replay episode of Growing in the Green Industry, we welcome our guest Anita Palmer with Sperber Landscape Companies. Anita discusses the importance of organic growth through acquiring new customers and developing employees' skills and careers. She shares her passion for landscaping, architecture, and community, which alignswith the industry's flexibility in pursuing various paths. Anita also touches on embracing discomfort for personal growth and engagement as well as balancing personal and professional team needs.  This episode is hosted byBrett Lemcke of R.M. Landscape and Skyler Westergard with LandCare.

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Urban Landcare

921

Play Episode Listen Later May 10, 2025 12:41


Andy Gray from Central Otway Landcare Network phones in to discuss the series of Urban Landcare activities being run locally throughout May.For all the details visit https://www.coln.org.au/ or https://www.facebook.com/Centralotwaylandcarenetwork

Growing In The Green Industry
REPLAY: From Sales to Leadership with Jacob Hong

Growing In The Green Industry

Play Episode Listen Later May 7, 2025 46:10


In this replay episode of Growing in the Green Industry, our guest Jacob Hong with Woodlawns Landscape Company is a former landscape management student; discusses his career progression from sales to company leadership. They also talk about the importance of personal and professional growth, the balance between current roles and future opportunities, and the significance of understanding and aligning with a company's culture. Lastly, they shared their personal experiences and challenges, with a focus on leadership in a rapidly changing organization.  This episode is hosted by Brett Lemcke of R.M. Landscape and Skyler Westergard with LandCare.

Brian Carlton: The Spoonman
Landcare Tas helping school kids understand where our rubbish goes

Brian Carlton: The Spoonman

Play Episode Listen Later May 7, 2025 4:55


Peter Stronach, CEO of Landcare Tasmania, joins Kaz and Tubes to detail their ‘Let’s Understand Waste’ program for Tassie students.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Growing In The Green Industry
REPLAY: The Balance of Productivity and Summer Motivation

Growing In The Green Industry

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 25, 2025 36:45


In this replay host episode of Growing in the Green Industry, Brett and Skyler talk discuss the challenges ofmaintaining productivity and motivation during the summer season. Brett emphasizes the importance of finding a balance between work and personal time, while Skyler expresses struggles with feelings of guilt for investing time in self-improvement. They both share that quality of work is more important than quantity, and that it's satisfactory to do what needs to be done to a high standard, rather than being everywhere and doing everything.  They also touch on work-life balance and strategic time off.  This episode is hosted by Skyler Westergard with LandCare and Brett Lemcke with RM Landscape.

Growing In The Green Industry
REPLAY: From Sales to Leadership with Jacob Hong

Growing In The Green Industry

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 16, 2025 46:10


In this replay episode of Growing in the Green Industry, our guest Jacob Hong with Woodlawns Landscape Company is a former landscape management student; discusses his career progression from sales to company leadership. They also talk about the importance of personal and professional growth, the balance between current roles and future opportunities, and the significance of understanding and aligning with a company's culture. Lastly, they shared their personal experiences and challenges, with a focus on leadership in a rapidly changing organization.  This episode is hosted by Brett Lemcke of R.M. Landscape and Skyler Westergard with LandCare.

Growing In The Green Industry
From Landscape Architecture to Leadership with Shaun Callaway

Growing In The Green Industry

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 9, 2025 42:14


In this episode of Growing in the Green Industry, we welcome our guest Shaun Callaway, Vice President – Houston Market with Earthworks, Inc.   Shaun takes us through his journey, from studying landscape architecture to rising to the role of Vice President, sharing both the challenges and triumphs of launching a new business division. He also reflects on his experience attendingthe NALP Executive Leadership Program at the UVA Darden School of Business, where he gained valuable insights on leadership and networking with industry peers.  This episode is hosted by Brett Lemcke of R.M. Landscape and Skyler Westergard with LandCare.

Growing In The Green Industry
REPLAY: Candid Conversations with Angela Hieronimus

Growing In The Green Industry

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 2, 2025 52:12


In this replay episode of Growing in the Green Industry, we welcome Angela Hieronimus, Director of Engagement and Success with Blades of Green Lawn Care.  Angela talks about the importance of having those hard conversations and how her experiences have helped her be successful in her HR role.  She talks about recruiting, team member retention and engagement. She shares how they keep their team members engaged throughout the year through benefits, team gatherings and conversations.  This episode is hosted by Skyler Westergard with LandCare and Brett Lemcke with RM Landscape.

For Love & Money
Ep 78 Hunter Leonard: Creating Change Through Business

For Love & Money

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 31, 2025 59:31 Transcription Available


Episode Summary: Welcome to the For Love and Money podcast, where Carolyn Butler-Madden explores the intersection of business and social purpose. In this episode, Carolyn sits down with Hunter Leonard—business owner, author, speaker, and advocate for ending ageism. As the CEO of Blue Frog Marketing, Hunter has helped over 500 businesses drive strategic growth. He also pioneered solutions for mature professionals transitioning into business ownership. Through his extensive research, bestselling books, and thought leadership, Hunter challenges outdated business norms and offers evidence-based strategies for purpose-driven success. Carolyn and Hunter explore what it truly means to create change through business, from leveraging experience and wisdom to redefining leadership and workplace inclusivity. What You'll Learn in This Episode: Why experience is an untapped asset in business and how mature professionals can drive innovation. How purpose can be integrated into business strategy for long-term impact. The importance of evidence-based solutions in leadership and decision-making. The role of storytelling in shaping business success and challenging societal norms. How businesses can give back to communities while driving profitability.  Key Themes Discussed: Challenging Ageism in Business: Hunter shares how his work empowers mature professionals to thrive in business ownership and leadership. The Power of Experience: Why knowledge and wisdom should be valued assets in driving business growth and innovation. Purpose Beyond Profit: How Hunter integrates purpose into his business strategies while achieving measurable results. Evidence-Based Business Strategy: The importance of research and data in making informed business decisions. Storytelling & Legacy: Hunter's journey as an author and ghostwriter, helping business leaders shape their narratives and impact. Featured Guest: Hunter Leonard – CEO of Blue Frog Marketing, author of 10 books, business strategist, and advocate for ending ageism in the workplace. Hunter Leonard is a business owner, author and speaker who has developed a significant reputation for outstanding marketing and strategic growth as the CEO of Blue Frog Marketing. Hunter has also been active as an advocate for ending ageism and is achieving this through positive and practical solutions helping mature individuals with business ownership training and work transition programs. His aim is to change the world one mature age individual at a time. Hunter has authored ten books including the Amazon best sellers - The Experience Equation and Generation Experience. Both these books were named as finalists in the Australian Career Book Awards. Red Giraffe was a hot new release on AMAZON in several categories. His organisations have won six major awards for marketing excellence as well as being listed in both the Smart 100 and Cool 100 Awards in 2018. Hunter believes in evidence-based solutions and has surveyed more than 12,000 business owners to develop the services offered by his organisations. He has delivered over 800 seminars and presentations and contributed to over $2 billion in sales growth for his 500+ clients since 2001. Blue Frog Marketing is also active in giving back to the community via pro-bono work for various groups including Landcare, and through donations when new clients are onboarded. He is highly regarded for his warmth, generosity, innovative thinking and his ability to get measurable results for his clients. Hunter is working on book #11 - The 8 Rooms of Business, introducing a new way to become a better business owner. As a ghostwriter, Hunter shares the stories and advice of business and community leaders and a recent project is also a best seller in 8 categories in the USA market. When not running his business, Hunter is a keen bushwalker, musician, photographer and cook. Resources & Links: Blue Frog Marketing – Company Website Hunter Leonard's Books – on Amazon  Connect with Hunter Leonard on Linkedin  Ghost Hunter - Hunter's Ghost-writing website  How can businesses create lasting change while staying profitable? What role does experience play in driving business success? Share your thoughts and join the conversation! Thank you for tuning in to this episode of For Love & Money! Don't forget to subscribe, rate, and review the podcast to support more conversations at the intersection of profit and purpose.

Growing In The Green Industry
Mastering Training and Career Growth with Josh Chalfant

Growing In The Green Industry

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 27, 2025 43:54


In this episode of Growing in the Green Industry, we welcome our guest Josh Chalfant, Associate Director of Training and Development with his focus on in-house training for tasks like spring cleanup, edging, and mulching. He emphasized the importance of continuous learning and taking initiative for career advancement. Josh also discussed the benefits of in-house training over external resources, with Josh explaining how his program reduced accidents and improved safety. They also touched on the value of certifications like CLT for employees' professional growth and safety. This episode is hosted by Brett Lemcke of R.M. Landscape and Skyler Westergard with LandCare.

Growing In The Green Industry
REPLAY: Helping Your Team Find Their Path to Success with Cate Deane

Growing In The Green Industry

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 19, 2025 54:28


In this replay episode of Growing in the Green Industry, we welcome Cate Deane with Ruppert Landscape.  Cate talks about finding your passion and being able to utilize the resources out there that are available to everyone.  Cate talks about finding the balance with training and mentoring and the importance of finding the best ways to keep your learners engaged.  She shares how important it is to have a safe space when it comes to learning and not assuming that the learner knows all – assume they do not know.  This episode is hosted by Skyler Westergard with LandCare and Brett Lemcke with RM Landscape.

Growing In The Green Industry
Empowering Future Leaders: NCLC, Industry Growth, and Professional Development with Jenn Myers

Growing In The Green Industry

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 12, 2025 33:04


In this episode of Growing in the Green Industry, we welcome our guest Jenn Myers, Executive Directorof the NALP Foundation and Senior Director of Workforce Development at NALP. With the National Collegiate Landscape Competition (NCLC) approaching Jenn, Brett andSkyler talked about their experiences and insights with their involvement in NCLC and its impact on their careers. They highlighted the importance of industry events, networking opportunities and fostering student growth and professionaldevelopment. They also talked about the evolution of NCLC, its significance in attracting and recruiting talent, and the need for continued support to ensure student participation and industry engagement.  This episode is hosted by Brett Lemcke of R.M. Landscape and Skyler Westergard with LandCare.

Growing In The Green Industry
REPLAY: Inviting People to Bring a Different Part of Themselves to Work with Brandon Sheppard

Growing In The Green Industry

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 5, 2025 50:56


In this replay episode of Growing in the Green Industry, we welcome our guest, Brandon Sheppard, Franchise Owner of Weed Man and President-Elect of NALP.  In this episode we also welcome our newest host, Skyler Westergard with LandCare.  Brandon shares his experience with volunteering at Renewal and Remembrance and how important the opportunity is to give back to those who give to the green industry.  Brandon also talks about his passion for transforming lives within his company and the power of investing and caring for your team as individuals.  He talks about representing yourself and company through recruiting, interviews and training and that you should be more than a company that gives just lip service but that invites people to bring a different part of themselves to work. Brandon, Skyler, and Brett also talk about the book,⁠Setting the Table⁠ by Danny Meyer and the six hospitality quotient characteristics and building in those characteristics into the interview process.  They also mention the books⁠Unreasonable Hospitality⁠ and⁠Winning on Purpose⁠. This episode is hosted by Brett Lemcke with R.M. Landscape and Skyler Westergard with LandCare. Listen here or on your favorite podcast app: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/nalp-young-professionals

Growing In The Green Industry
Strategy, AI, and Expanding Your Market with Jaden Miller

Growing In The Green Industry

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 26, 2025 45:20


In this episode of Growing in the Green Industry, we welcome our guest Jaden Miller, Marketing Manager at Weller Brothers Landscape Professionals.  Jaden shares her journey of transitioning her marketing career into the landscape industry.  She shares the challenges of marketing in a highly visual industry, and the importance of data and understanding the target audience in your marketingefforts. She also touches on utilizing AI tools for various tasks, the challenges of expanding a business into new markets, and the importance of strategic planning.  This episode is hosted by Brett Lemcke of R.M. Landscape and Skyler Westergard with LandCare.

Growing In The Green Industry
REPLAY: Peer Groups with Joe Kujawa

Growing In The Green Industry

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 19, 2025 45:16


In this replay episode of Growing in the Green Industry, we welcome Joe Kujawa, Practice Leader of Bruce Wilson & Company. Joe talks about the power and value of peer groups.  Joe talks about the uniqueness that our industry has compared to other industries and how our industry is willing to share information – successes and failures.  He also shares how networking can be intimidating but the importance of it.  This episode is hosted by SkylerWestergard with LandCare and Brett Lemcke with RM Landscape.

Growing In The Green Industry
Revolutionizing Landscaping with Luke Reinhart

Growing In The Green Industry

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 12, 2025 45:40


In this episode of Growing in the Green Industry, we welcome our guest Luke Reinhart, Director of Autonomous Mowing with Reinhart Landscaping and Snow.  Luke shares his journey of working in the family business and discusses his development of autonomous mowing systems and his future plans beyond the family business. Luke talks about his passion for business analytics, his transition from a management major, and the challenges of applying new knowledge in a business setting. Luke also touches on the role of autonomous mowing technology, environmental benefits, and labor shortages. He also talks about the importance of innovation, long-term thinking, and fostering strong relationships in business. This episode is hosted by Brett Lemcke of R.M. Landscape and Skyler Westergard with LandCare.

Growing In The Green Industry
Navigating Career Transitions and Leadership with Kayla Lujan

Growing In The Green Industry

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 29, 2025 39:46


In this episode of Growing in the Green Industry, we welcome our guest Kayla Lujan, Vice President of Sales and Marketing with Down to Earth Landscape and Irrigation.  Kayla shares her experience with career transitions and the importance of understanding the people business of the industry.  She discusses her new role and her focus on leadership and the challenges of adjusting her leadership style.  She also talks about empowering your team and retaining talent.  This episode is hosted by Brett Lemcke of R.M. Landscape and Skyler Westergard with LandCare.

Growing In The Green Industry
REPLAY: Never Leave Anything on the Table with Kohler Brafford

Growing In The Green Industry

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 22, 2025 52:37


In this replay episode of Growing in the Green Industry, we welcome Kohler Brafford, Principal at Black Pearl Management and Principal at White Pearl Management. Kohler talks about his story and how he entered into the green industry.  He talks about early milestones that helped accelerate his career and shares his advice on never leaving anything on the table and taking a leap.  He talks about as a business owner; his focus is not as much on the plants but is more about embracing the people and how important that is to the business. This episode is hosted by Skyler Westergard with LandCare and Brett Lemcke with RM Landscape.

Growing In The Green Industry
Preparing for Winter and Measuring Leadership Impact

Growing In The Green Industry

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 15, 2025 33:29


In this episode of Growing in the Green Industry, our hosts discuss what they have been doing to prepare for the winter and green season.  They also discussed the challenges of measuring the effectiveness of training and development programs and highlighted the difficulty in assessing the impact of leadership training as it is influences by many factors such as mentorship, local associations, and trade shows.   This episode is hosted by Brett Lemcke of R.M. Landscape and Skyler Westergard with LandCare.

Growing In The Green Industry
REPLAY: AI: Scratching the Surface with Chelsea Hartshorn

Growing In The Green Industry

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 8, 2025 52:18


In this replay episode of Growing in the Green Industry, we welcome our guest, Chelsea Hartshorn, Co-founder of Threadleaf Landscape Design.  Chealsea shares her story on how she started in the green industry as a young professional in college.  She talks about the flexibility of her design company and how they have been able to utilize the opportunities of a hybrid working environment.  She also talks about AI and how it can revolutionize our industry.  Chelsea shares how it can help in your daily job and how this new technology is evolving and why you should be open to integrating this into your personal and professional world.  This episode is hosted by Brett Lemcke with R.M. Landscape and Skyler Westergard with LandCare. Listen here or on your favorite podcast app: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/nalp-young-professionals

Growing In The Green Industry
Overcoming Challenges and Building Leadership with Brigitte Orrick

Growing In The Green Industry

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 2, 2025 41:18


In this episode of Growing in the Green Industry, we welcome our guest, Brigitte Orrick, Director of Talent Development with The Davey Tree Expert Company.  Brigitte shares her experiences of being recognized as the 2024 Woman of the Year by NALP and emphasized the value of giving back through volunteering and sharing stories. She discusses her key career challenges—balancing motherhood while teaching and managing team development—which shaped her leadership style. She shares insights on the importance of resilience and learning from failure. She also highlights the significance of seeking mentorship and sponsorship for career growth, stressing the need for clear goals, external support, and strong networks to overcome barriers and succeed. This episode is hosted by Brett Lemcke of R.M. Landscape and Skyler Westergard with LandCare.

Growing In The Green Industry
REPLAY: Row the Boat with Kyle Narsavage

Growing In The Green Industry

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 25, 2024 51:26


In this replay episode of Growing in the Green Industry, we welcome Kyle Narsavage, President with GreenSweep. As someone who started their business very young, Kyle shares advice on starting your own business.  Kyle also talks about his success being driven by his team.  He shares his mantra on GreenSweep's Row the Boat concept, how it started and how it has defined his team and business.  This episode is hosted by Skyler Westergard with LandCare and Brett Lemcke with RM Landscape.

Growing In The Green Industry
Reflecting and Recharging

Growing In The Green Industry

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 18, 2024 24:30


In this episode of Growing in the Green Industry, our hosts share their personal reflections on the past year. Skyler and Brett express their gratitude for the support of their industry and emphasized the importance of recharging and rethinking during the holiday season suggesting that they all need to find a balance between work and leisure. This episode is hosted by Brett Lemcke of R.M. Landscape and Skyler Westergard with LandCare.

Growing In The Green Industry
REPLAY: The “We” Industry with Jack Pohutsky

Growing In The Green Industry

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 11, 2024 44:44


In this replay episode of Growing in the Green Industry, we welcome our guest, Jack Pohutsky, Assistant Project Manager and Site Supervisor at R.P. Marzilli & Co.  Jack shares his thoughts on pushing for your career and being authentic.  He talks about his 5 to 10-year goals and how his company is helping him achieve those goals.  He also talks about being an advocate for yourself and your professional development as well as the industry.  Jack also talks about the secret sauce and tips for what helps him with time management. This episode is hosted by Brett Lemcke with R.M. Landscape and Skyler Westergard with LandCare. Listen here or on your favorite podcast app: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/nalp-young-professionals

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Growing In The Green Industry
Planning for Success: HR, Leadership, and Development in the Green Industry with Angela Cornish

Growing In The Green Industry

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 4, 2024 43:56


In this episode of Growing in the Green Industry, we welcome our guest Angela Cornish with Virginia Green. Angela discussed insights on HR and leadership, with topics including planning for the next year, training and development, succession planning, and compensation and benefits. They also explored the challenges and opportunities in the green industry, the importance of training and development, and strategies for planning and development in their respective organizations. Angela also emphasized the importance of continuous learning and development within an organization, open communication, and aligning personal and professional goals with the organization's vision. This episode is hosted by Brett Lemcke of R.M. Landscape and Skyler Westergard with LandCare.

Growing In The Green Industry
REPLAY: Get It, Want It, and the Capacity for It

Growing In The Green Industry

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 13, 2024 47:50


In this replay episode of Growing in the Green Industry, our hosts talk about filling the gaps with new hires and some of the challenges they face when bringing on new team members - how to measure and quantify what we have asked them to achieve and how fast that should happen.  They also discuss knowing where you are as an organization and the balance of flexibility.  They talk about employee satisfaction and how our employees feel at our organizations but what's most important is being willing to do something with that feedback. This episode is hosted by Brett Lemcke with RM Landscape and Skyler Westergard with LandCare. 

The Conversation Hour
The past, present and future of Landcare in Victoria

The Conversation Hour

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 8, 2024 51:35


Exploring the issues that affect all Victorians.

The Conversation Hour
The past, present and future of Landcare Australia

The Conversation Hour

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 8, 2024 51:35


Exploring the issues that affect all Victorians.

Growing In The Green Industry
What Would It Look Like to Sell with Bob Williamson

Growing In The Green Industry

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 17, 2024 44:12


In this episode of Growing in the Green Industry, we welcome our guest Bob Williamson with Cetane Associates.  Selling your company is a hot topic in our industry.  Bob shares how the conversation usually starts with wanting to sell your business.  He talks about many people not being ready to sell their company immediately, but Bob shares advice on the process of selling a business.  He talks about some of the risks and what buyers are looking for.  Even if you are not looking to sell your business, you should be thinking about the future.  This episode is hosted by Brett Lemcke of R.M. Landscape and Skyler Westergard with LandCare.

Growing In The Green Industry
REPLAY: Growing Your People with Skyler Westergard

Growing In The Green Industry

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 9, 2024 51:40


In replay this episode of Growing in the Green Industry, we welcome Skyler Westergard with LandCare.  Skyler shares his story about how he ended up in learning and development and how he went about creating new opportunities.  He talks about different ways that people learn and retain information as well as how we assess learning.  He also talks about the importance of investing in your team.  This episode is hosted by Brett Lemcke with R.M. Landscape.

Growing In The Green Industry
The Power of Connection with Britt Wood

Growing In The Green Industry

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 2, 2024 41:21


In this episode of Growing in the Green Industry, we welcome our guest CEO of the National Association Landscape Professionals, Britt Wood.  Britt shares his thoughts on our industries unique ability to network and share is like no other industry.  He talks about the value of attending educational events like ELEVATE and the new Executive Leadership Program with the University of Darden School of Business. Brett, Skylar and Britt all highlight the importance of building relationships and the energizing effect of such events. This episode is hosted by Brett Lemcke of R.M. Landscape and Skyler Westergard with LandCare.

Growing In The Green Industry
REPLAY: Inviting People to Bring a Different Part of Themselves to Work with Brandon Sheppard

Growing In The Green Industry

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 25, 2024 50:56


In this replay episode of Growing in the Green Industry, we welcome our guest, Brandon Sheppard, Franchise Owner of Weed Man and President-Elect of NALP.  In this episode we also welcome our newest host, Skyler Westergard with LandCare.  Brandon shares his experience with volunteering at Renewal and Remembrance and how important the opportunity is to give back to those who give to the green industry.  Brandon also talks about his passion for transforming lives within his company and the power of investing and caring for your team as individuals.  He talks about representing yourself and company through recruiting, interviews and training and that you should be more than a company that gives just lip service but that invites people to bring a different part of themselves to work. Brandon, Skyler, and Brett also talk about the book, ⁠Setting the Table⁠ by Danny Meyer and the six hospitality quotient characteristics and building in those characteristics into the interview process.  They also mention the books ⁠Unreasonable Hospitality⁠ and ⁠Winning on Purpose⁠. This episode is hosted by Brett Lemcke with R.M. Landscape and Skyler Westergard with LandCare. Listen here or on your favorite podcast app: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/nalp-young-professionals

Growing In The Green Industry
Organic Growth and Embracing Discomfort with Anita Palmer

Growing In The Green Industry

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 18, 2024 43:15


In this episode of Growing in the Green Industry, we welcome our guest Anita Palmer with Sperber Landscape Companies. Anita discusses the importance of organic growth through acquiring new customers and developing employees' skills and careers. She shares her passion for landscaping, architecture, and community, which aligns with the industry's flexibility in pursuing various paths. Anita also touches on embracing discomfort for personal growth and engagement as well as balancing personal and professional team needs.  This episode is hosted by Brett Lemcke of R.M. Landscape and Skyler Westergard with LandCare.

Growing In The Green Industry
From Landscapes to Irrigation with Brad Hill

Growing In The Green Industry

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 4, 2024 54:01


In this episode of Growing in the Green Industry, we welcome our guest Brad Hill with Par 3. Brad shares his journey from a landscape business owner to his current role at Par 3 Landscape. He discusses the challenges and strategies involved in establishing a successful irrigation business, with Brad sharing his insights on leadership, technical expertise, and the importance of persistence. Brad also talks about the unique challenges and rewards of working in the irrigation industry. This episode is hosted by Brett Lemcke of R.M. Landscape and Skyler Westergard with LandCare.

Growing In The Green Industry
From Sales to Leadership with Jacob Hong

Growing In The Green Industry

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 21, 2024 46:10


In this episode of Growing in the Green Industry, our guest Jacob Hong with Woodlawns Landscape Company is a former landscape management student; discusses his career progression from sales to company leadership. They also talk about the importance of personal and professional growth, the balance between current roles and future opportunities, and the significance of understanding and aligning with a company's culture. Lastly, they shared their personal experiences and challenges, with a focus on leadership in a rapidly changing organization.  This episode is hosted by Brett Lemcke of R.M. Landscape and Skyler Westergard with LandCare.

All The Dirt  Gardening, Sustainability and Food
Bill Davey 1.8 Million Trees

All The Dirt Gardening, Sustainability and Food

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 14, 2024 49:41


Deryn chats with Bill Davey, an elder statesman of the Western Australian landcare industry, and then talks to his young supervisor Lachy Norman about his passion for planting trees and protecting the environment. Plantation and Landcare's environmental team hand planted 1.8 million trees from June to August 2024. https://www.hoselink.com.au/?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=all+the+dirt&utm_campaign=5+percent+off

Growing In The Green Industry
Educating and Inspiring the Next Generation with Daniel Greenwell

Growing In The Green Industry

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 7, 2024 53:48


In this episode of Growing in the Green Industry, our guest Daniel Hill with Piedmont Technical College. This episode is Daniel shares his journey into education and his perspective on the green industry, emphasizing the importance of bridging the gap between educators and industry professionals.  They also discuss the role of teachers and mentors in shaping the lives and careers of their students, the value of recruiting both traditional and non-traditional students, and the importance of promoting opportunities in the industry. This episode is hosted by Brett Lemcke of R.M. Landscape and Skyler Westergard with LandCare.

Growing In The Green Industry
The Balance of Productivity and Summer Motivation

Growing In The Green Industry

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 24, 2024 36:45


In this host episode of Growing in the Green Industry, Brett and Skyler talk discuss the challenges of maintaining productivity and motivation during the summer season. Brett emphasizes the importance of finding a balance between work and personal time, while Skyler expresses struggles with feelings of guilt for investing time in self-improvement. They both share that quality of work is more important than quantity, and that it's satisfactory to do what needs to be done to a high standard, rather than being everywhere and doing everything.  They also touch on work-life balance and strategic time off.  This episode is hosted by Skyler Westergard with LandCare and Brett Lemcke with RM Landscape.

Growing In The Green Industry
Mastering Client Relationships and Time Management with Ed Furner

Growing In The Green Industry

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 10, 2024 47:21


In this episode of Growing in the Green Industry, we welcome Ed Furner with Mariani Landscape.  Ed shares his thoughts on challenges and strategies with handling difficult clients and the importance of seeing complaints as opportunities for education and relationship building rather than a threat.  He also talks about the importance of time management and having a hands-on approach. Ed emphasizes the importance of meticulous planning and time management to effectively handle client appointments and internal tasks.  He also shares suggestions for pre and post follow-up meetings with clients.  This episode is hosted by Skyler Westergard with LandCare and Brett Lemcke with RM Landscape.

Nightlife
Being Land Smart - Treading Carefully on Country

Nightlife

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 2, 2024 48:55


Earth is a finite resource without a planet B. As rainforests are cleared, arable land lost to erosion, natural diversity and habitats destroyed, how do we come up with a realistic path to smarter use of the land?

Growing In The Green Industry
The Value of a Degree in Horticulture

Growing In The Green Industry

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 26, 2024 32:30


In this host episode of Growingn in the Green Industry, Brett and Skyler talk about the value of a degree in horticulture and the strengths and limitations.  They discuss building personal relationships and recruiting tactics along with touching on the importance of successful internships.  They also talk about what happens if you don't have a connection to horticulture and the different techniques that can bring value to those individuals of all backgrounds.  This episode is hosted by Skyler Westergard with LandCare and Brett Lemcke with RM Landscape.

Growing In The Green Industry
Managing Customer Relations and Employee Well-Being

Growing In The Green Industry

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 12, 2024 32:24


In this host episode of Growing in the Green Industry, Brett and Skyler celebrate kicking off the 5th season of the podcast!   The hosts talk about the challenges they have faced over the spring months with weather challenges and the importance of staying ahead of the conditions and being proactive with clients about their properties.  They talk about managing both customer relations and employee well-being during the busy seasons of spring and summer emphasizing the importance for open communication and proactive management.  This episode is hosted by Skyler Westergard with LandCare and Brett Lemcke with RM Landscape.

Growing In The Green Industry
REPLAY: Not Your Typical Family Business with Mike Bogan and Jensen Bogan

Growing In The Green Industry

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 5, 2024 36:16


In this replay episode of Growing in the Green Industry, we welcome Mike Bogan and Jensen Bogan with LandCare.  Mike and Jensen share their unique perspective on ways to operate a family business.  They talk about their personal stories, how they started working together and how Jensen fell into her fathers' footsteps.  Jensen talks about how her skills from the hospitality industry transferred into the green industry.  They both talk about the pros, the cons, and the challenges of working together.   This episode is hosted by Brett Lemcke with R.M. Landscape.

Growing In The Green Industry
From Golf Course Grounds to Technical Quality Advisor with Will McEwen

Growing In The Green Industry

Play Episode Listen Later May 29, 2024 52:02


In this episode of Growing in the Green Industry, we welcome Will McEwen, Technical Quality Advisor with Viriginia Green.  Will shares his inspiring story from his humble roots at a local golf course and culminating in his current pivotal role.  He shares invaluable wisdom on fostering early engagement with high school students and advocates for companies to prioritize involving youth. Will discusses his experiences of stepping outside his comfort zone during job interviews and reflects on the pivotal moments that shaped his career trajectory.  He also dives into the training opportunities that propelled his professional growth, while also emphasizing the importance of effective communication and connection with customers. This episode is hosted by Skyler Westergard with LandCare.

Growing In The Green Industry
Branch Management with Mackenzie Chris

Growing In The Green Industry

Play Episode Listen Later May 15, 2024 46:19


In this episode of Growing in the Green Industry, we welcome Mackenzie Chris with Southern Botanical.  Mackenzie tells her story on how she grew quickly into her current Branch Manager role.  She touches on her early career to where she is now.  As a Branch Manager, Mackenzie talks about what she shares with her field team to make sure that they are prepared.  Mackenzie talks about mentorship, training, career paths and making sure her team feels seen.  This episode is hosted by Skyler Westergard with LandCare and Brett Lemcke with RM Landscape.

Growing In The Green Industry
Passion and Curiosity with Chad Diller

Growing In The Green Industry

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 17, 2024 57:19


In this episode of Growing in the Green Industry, we welcome Chad Diller with Landscape Leadership.  Chad shares his non-traditional path of how felt lost at times in his career and how he finally ended up in landscape industry.  He talks about what he learned in the past and taking those experiences and applying them to your next opportunities.  Chad also shares advise to stop minimizing the little things that make a big difference. This episode is hosted by Skyler Westergard with LandCare and Brett Lemcke with RM Landscape.

Growing In The Green Industry
Being Proactive in Leadership with David Hanny

Growing In The Green Industry

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 3, 2024 55:36


In this episode of Growing in the Green Industry, we welcome David Hanny with Virginia Green.  David shares his story of how he landed into the landscape industry and shares his advice on transitioning from one industry to the green industry.  He talks about being proactive in a leadership role and the importance of engaging with your team - he even gets a little technical and touches on soil science and the health of the environment. This episode is hosted by Skyler Westergard with LandCare.

Growing In The Green Industry
REPLAY: Attracting and Engaging Talent with Jennifer Burnett

Growing In The Green Industry

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 27, 2024 54:15


In this replay episode of Growing in the Green Industry, our guest Jennifer Burnett, EVP of Organizational Development at LandCare discusses attracting and engaging talent and how it looked many years ago compared to how it is today.  She also talks about attracting talent from other industries.  Jennifer tells her story about exploring new opportunities and challenging and investing in yourself to achieve your goals.  She also touches on family life and how she handles work/life balance as a working mother.  This episode is hosted by Brett Lemcke of R.M. Landscape, Macey Robison with LandCare and Neal Glatt with GrowTheBench.

Growing In The Green Industry
Helping Your Team Find Their Path to Success with Cate Deane

Growing In The Green Industry

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 20, 2024 54:28


In this episode of Growing in the Green Industry, we welcome Cate Deane with Ruppert Landscape.  Cate talks about finding your passion and being able to utilize the resources out there that are available to everyone.  Cate talks about finding the balance with training and mentoring and the importance of finding the best ways to keep your learners engaged.  She shares how important it is to have a safe space when it comes to learning and not assuming that the learner knows all – assume they do not know.  This episode is hosted by Skyler Westergard with LandCare and Brett Lemcke with RM Landscape.

Growing In The Green Industry
If You're Not Making Mistakes, You're Not Growing with Keenan Baird

Growing In The Green Industry

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 6, 2024 47:16


In this episode of Growing in the Green Industry, we welcome Keenan Baird, Plant Healthcare and Fine Gardening Manager with Milosi.  Keenan talks about not letting money get in the way of your dreams as he shares his personal story of how he got into the landscape industry.   Keenan also talks about making mistakes - trying something new and making mistakes is ok and learning how to grow from your mistakes.  He also shares the importance of communication with your customers. This episode is hosted by Skyler Westergard with LandCare.