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Episode Summary: In this episode of the L3 Leadership Podcast, Jeff McManus, the pioneer behind the breathtaking landscapes at the University of Mississippi, shares his methods to motivating individuals to share his vision and achieve remarkable goals.About Jeff:  Jeff McManus grows things.  As the landscape leader at the University of Mississippi, he grows plants….he grows people….and he grows fresh ideas. In his side hustle, Jeff speaks and works with problem-solvers all across the country, who understand that doing more with less is a key to being productive and profitable. Taking his team, affectionately known as “weeders,”and cultivating them into “leaders” has reaped acres of rewards in the form of national recognition by the USA Today, Princeton Review, Newsweek and the New York Times.  Building on that momentum, Jeff has designed a professional development course that allows other organizations to duplicate the success of working smarter and not harder called Landscape University. Jeff graduated from Auburn University in Horticulture, he is a Professional Certified Grounds Manager, and a Certified Arborist.  Jeff knows that great leaders grow great leaders, and as a professional speaker and a member of the National Speaker Association, his message focuses on enriching, entertaining, and inspiring industry leaders looking to grow their team's performance.3 Key Takeaways:1. We explore Jeff's L2L leader to leader program, that has brought about a cultural shift within his team and has positively impacted the lives of many.2. Jeff shares the essence of his Landscape University, his unique program that focuses on skill development and cultivating greatness in each team member. 3.He talks about his unique communication strategies and the team's 'Landscaping Creed', recited at weekly meetingsQuotes From the Episode:"It's all about inspiring others to be a part of that vision and that they're they feel empowered to do great, great things.""The one thing is caring about people, investing in people, helping people no matter where they are, helping them to be the best them they can be, and so that's how I live out my faith."Resources Mentioned:Growing Weeders into Leaders by Jeff McManusDrive by Daniel PinkThe Leadership Challenge by James M. Kouzes and Barry Z. PosnerChange the Culture, Change the Game by Roger Connors, Tom Smith Connect with Jeff:Website | LinkedIn | Instagram  

“You have to look at ways to challenge yourself. Otherwise, you become stagnant. Nature's great at showing us this. If it's not growing, it dies, and then when it dies, it gets rotten.”  - Jeff McManus   Jeff McManus grows things. As the Director of Landscape Services at the University of Mississippi, he grows plants....he grows people....he grows ideas. Taking his grounds staff, affectionately known as "weeders", and developing them into "leaders" has been a joyous challenge that reaped acres of rewards in the form of national recognition by the Princeton Review, PGMS, Newsweek and every faculty, staff, student and visitor who has walked onto the Ole Miss Campus. Building on that momentum, Jeff has designed a professional development plan for his Weeders called Landscape University - a replicable training program that promotes the individual's innate ability to GROW. Jeff holds a Bachelor of Science in Landscape and Ornamental Horticulture from Auburn University and is a PGMS Certified Grounds manager, and Certified Arborist. Jeff has spoken at Caterpillar Inc, the Biltmore Estates, Leadercast, SRAPPA, Trent Lott Leadership Institute as well as the SEC Ole Miss Athletics. He has also worked with Memphis University, the University of Tennessee, the University of Georgia and private firms in developing their own training programs.   Your Key Takeaways From Compaction to Aerification -  Giving our teams a chance to kind of rekindle those roots to keep planting the cultivation process.  Growing and Developing – The importance of feeding the physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual Weeders Into Leaders – Moving from surviving into thriving and empowering people to experience not only what it means to grow outstanding landscapes, but also to grow greatness in themselves and encourage it in others. Tailgate Huddles - 31 life lessons and ways to cultivate greatness in your team     Resources Website Jeff on LinkedIn Jeff on Twitter Jeff's Book, Growing Weeders into Leaders   Connect with Darren For more information on the Nature Advantage visit natureadvantageshow.com   Darren's Social Media Instagram Facebook LinkedIn

“I like cultivating people. I love to see people grow. And so when I can grow people who grow great plants, that to me is the cultivation secret right there.” – Jeff McManus   Jeff McManus grows things. As the Director of Landscape Services at the University of Mississippi, he grows plants....he grows people....he grows ideas. Taking his grounds staff, affectionately known as "weeders", and developing them into "leaders" has been a joyous challenge that reaped acres of rewards in the form of national recognition by the Princeton Review, PGMS, Newsweek and every faculty, staff, student and visitor who has walked onto the Ole Miss Campus. Building on that momentum, Jeff has designed a professional development plan for his Weeders called Landscape University - a replicable training program that promotes the individual's innate ability to GROW. Jeff holds a Bachelor of Science in Landscape and Ornamental Horticulture from Auburn University and is a PGMS Certified Grounds manager, and Certified Arborist. Jeff has spoken at Caterpillar Inc, the Biltmore Estates, Leadercast, SRAPPA, Trent Lott Leadership Institute as well as the SEC Ole Miss Athletics. He has also worked with Memphis University, the University of Tennessee, the University of Georgia and private firms in developing their own training programs.   Your Key Takeaways Chief Cultivation Officer – Jeff's journey to growing plants, people, and ideas From the Ground Up – How Jeff tackled the challenge of managing a multi-million dollar landscaping beautification implementation project.  The 4 Components to Leadership Turn Around At Ole Miss GROW-theory - a management and professional development approach   Resources Website Jeff on LinkedIn Jeff on Twitter Jeff's Book, Growing Weeders into Leaders   Connect with Darren For more information on the Nature Advantage visit natureadvantageshow.com   Darren's Social Media Instagram Facebook LinkedIn

In this episode we host public speaker, author and Director of Landscape Services at Ole Miss, Jeff McManus. In this episode we dive into the different ways a leader can have a positive impact on their employees. We discuss his book Turning Weeders into Leaders as he is discusses ideas of the GROW theory to the four Cs. We also discuss the different ideas that went into his creation of Landscape University where the workers are motivated to strive for more through the certification. This is an amazing episode with some of the best content yet. Enjoy!

Jeff is located in Oxford, Mississippi, and is the author of Growing Weeders Into Leaders, and the director of landscape services at the University of Mississippi where he grows plants, people, and great ideas by cultivating leadership, team culture, pride, and ownership. With developing his plan for his weeders called Landscape University, --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/the4pos/support

This is one of my favorite interviews so far. Imagine winning multiple national championships for the most beautiful college campus in America. At a place where tens of thousands of people are tailgating in the middle of campus during an SEC football weekend late into Saturday night. And as dawn breaks on a peaceful Sunday morning, the mountains of trash have magically disappeared. In that moment, you understand WHY the team at the University of Mississippi are national champions. Taking his grounds staff, affectionately known as “weeders”, and developing them into “leaders” has been a joyous challenge that reaped acres of rewards in the form of national recognition by the Princeton Review, PGMS, Newsweek and every faculty, staff, student and visitor who has walked onto the Ole Miss Campus. Building on that momentum, Jeff has designed a professional development plan for his Weeders called Landscape University – a replicable training program that promotes the individual’s innate ability to GROW.***Featured Guest LinksJeff McManus websiteGrowing Weeders into Leaders bookCultivate Greatness PDF text to 44222 and use the keyword cultivate2020***If you are seeking a loving and supportive online community, I invite you into one or both of the free Facebook groups I offer. Click the link below and answer a couple of questions and you will be included. Begin Again (personal growth)Future 7 Figure CEO (business growth) ***So, let's draw deeper faith, inspiration and encouragement in our Begin Again moments. Please do me a favor and check out the upcoming shows by subscribing right now on your favorite podcast app.If you like what you hear, please share with your friends and leave us an honest review on Apple Podcasts or wherever you listen. Capture a screenshot of your review and email us at clientsuccess@winsightz.com for your free gift, Future 7 Figure CEO.

This is a magically journey about the mystery of the design process. Chip Sullivan's Cartooning the Landscape (University of Virginia Press, 2016) is about using your drawing skills to exercise and stretch your imagination. He takes you step by step through a process of creativity to enhance your own design and challenge your limitations. Why not? Where does creativity come? This book will help guide you on your own path to go there...somewhere. You are your only limitation. Chip Sullivan is Professor of Landscape Architecture and Environmental Planning at the University of California, Berkeley. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This is a magically journey about the mystery of the design process. Chip Sullivan's Cartooning the Landscape (University of Virginia Press, 2016) is about using your drawing skills to exercise and stretch your imagination. He takes you step by step through a process of creativity to enhance your own design and challenge your limitations. Why not? Where does creativity come? This book will help guide you on your own path to go there...somewhere. You are your only limitation. Chip Sullivan is Professor of Landscape Architecture and Environmental Planning at the University of California, Berkeley. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This is a magically journey about the mystery of the design process. Chip Sullivan's Cartooning the Landscape (University of Virginia Press, 2016) is about using your drawing skills to exercise and stretch your imagination. He takes you step by step through a process of creativity to enhance your own design and challenge your limitations. Why not? Where does creativity come? This book will help guide you on your own path to go there...somewhere. You are your only limitation. Chip Sullivan is Professor of Landscape Architecture and Environmental Planning at the University of California, Berkeley. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

How do you tap into your team’s greatness? Creating a great workplace culture is a struggle for many of us and it’s one Jeff McManus knows all too well. Author of the book Growing Weeders Into Leaders, at the age of 37, Jeff was hired by the University of Mississippi as the director of the newly formed landscape services department. At the time, Jeff one of the most junior directors on campus, and he faced an immediate and overwhelming challenge with the exceptionally low morale and the unacceptable lack of productivity of the staff. In many ways, the challenges he faced at Ole Miss's Landscape Services are typical of those small business owners grapple with daily.  In today's episode, you will hear what Jeff learned as he transformed Ole Miss’s Landscape Services into a great culture while weathering some difficult life lessons.  Tune in today to hear his conversation with Dr. Sabrina about leadership. Be ready to GROW!   Check out Dr. Sabrina's free 4 Week Vacation™ Jump Start Guide: www.4weekvacation.com  While you're there learn more about the 4 Week Vacation™ Retreat.   Please help us get discovered by leaving an honest review on iTunes! If you do, (or if you've done so any time previously) your name will be entered into a drawing to win a copy of The Pumpkin Plan by Mike Michalowicz on the 25th episode. Send a screenshot of your review so that you get entered in the drawing. Email your screenshot to SabrinaAndMike@ProfitByDesignPodcast.com   Show Highlights: The experiences that led Jeff to write his book. How Jeff learned to have awareness about what his role was. Asking everyone, including the people that answered to him, for feedback worked for Jeff. Jeff's multi-pronged approach to increasing his team's efficiency. Jeff's way of empowering people. Learning how to hire effectively. Jeff now has committees for his hiring process. Jeff's role on the committee is to try to talk people out of the job. The traits and strengths that Jeff looks for in interviewees. Picking up on body language and non-verbal cues in interviews. How Jeff motivated his team to buy into his vision. Talking often about cultivating greatness is key to making it happen. Teaching the staff the protocol prior to a VIP visit. Jeff explains what Landscape University is all about, and how he built the program. Jeff shares his secret to getting training videos created. Holding accountability, The kind of support that Jeff offers to small business owners. There's a lot of work upfront with building a culture, but it becomes steady-going after a while. Jeff has a tip-sheet with 21 Ways To Walk Your Team In Wisdom. This has been a big part of his success. Jeff discusses his way of getting his staff to spend time with wise people. Jeff's team has won five national awards because of their hard work. Introducing the idea of a growth mindset to people with a fixed mindset.   Teaching your team with audiobooks. Jeff’s TED talk is Growing Weeders into Leaders. Links and Resources:   Profit by Design Podcast: www.profitbydesignpodcast.com  Profit by Design Facebook group Email: sabrinaandmike@profitbydesignpodast.com   Jeff’s TEDxtalk, Growing Weeders into Leaders, referenced in the interview: https://youtu.be/gKlv-mNlw3w Motivational Video created by the Landscape Services at Ole Miss University: https://youtu.be/-2ShQg3Qkyo   Books mentioned in the episode: Growing Weeders Into Leaders by Jeff McManus How to Hire the Best by Dr. Sabrina Starling It's My Pleasure by  Dee Ann Turner Who by Jeff Smart Mindset by Carol Dweck Change Your Questions Change Your Life by Dr. Marilee Adams Jeff recommends audiobooks by John Maxwell  

Jeff McManus               Plant the Seeds for Future Leaders  Jeff McManus grows things. As the Director of Landscape Services at the University of Mississippi, he grows plants…he grows people…he grows ideas. Jeff is a problem-solver, understanding that doing more with less is a 21st century mandate. Faced with a multi-million dollar landscaping beautification project, a demand for excellence, high productivity, and with a stagnant budget, Jeff knew that growing the people was critical to growing the plants. Taking his grounds employees, affectionately known as “weeders”, and developing them into “leaders” has been a joyous challenge that reaped acres of rewards in the form of national recognition as the Most Beautiful Campus by the Princeton Review, PGMS, Newsweek and every faculty, staff, student and visitor who has walked onto the Ole Miss Campus. Building on that momentum, Jeff has designed a professional development plan for his Weeders called Landscape University. His message rings true for any industry leader or manager looking to grow a high-performance and dedicated workforce.  Cultivate greatness on your team.   Learn more about Jeff McManus and how he cultivates greatness by visiting his website.  You can order his book Growing Weeders Into Leaders – Leadership Lessons From the Ground Level through his website or by going to Amazon.     Click here to check out our newest leadership development tool – LEAD – Leadership Education and Development              Steve Caldwell is an executive mentor and coach to managers and leaders who desire to excel in their career and become the leader others want to follow. Steve is a leadership expert, host of the Manager Mojo podcast and author of the book Manager Mojo – Be the Leader Others Want to Follow. (www.ManagerMojo.com) Steve also coaches his followers not only on how to become great leaders, but how to effectively coach and lead their employees to find satisfaction and fulfillment from their jobs and life. Having started his work career at the savvy age of 13, Steve is also currently CEO of Predictive People Analytics based in San Francisco, CA, a firm specializing in helping leaders increase sales, reduce turnover, and attract key talent. (www.PredictivePeopleAnalytics.com)  

Stephen Snyder, M.D., Associate Clinical Professor of Psychiatry, Icahn School of Medicine at Mt. Sinai, has very provocative things to say about S-E-X: Facebook is making sex obsolete, but you can do something about it. ‘Sex dates’ won’t cure a sexless marriage. Good communication can ruin good sex. Men still don’t understand women [our comment: Ya think?]. And he ponders if we are REALLY born to cheat. Stepehn Snyder is the author of the upcoming book, Love Worth Making: How to have ridiculously great sex in a long lasting relationship. Info: sexualityresource.com. In the second half, we turn to a different kind of team-building. Jeff McManus has been Director of Landscape Services with the University of Mississippi since 2000. His new book, Growing Weeders into Leaders: Leadership Lessons from the Ground Level, tells how he grew individuals into a unified team to make the Ole Miss campus grounds and his landscapers thrive. McManus created Landscape University, an internal training and leadership development curriculum. He shares leadership advice for everyone: Lay the groundwork for a unified vision. Find the low-hanging fruit for easy wins. Reap the pay-off of cultivating “soft skills”. How to recognize a leader from a weeder. Celebrate the harvest. Info: JeffMcManus.com

Jeff McManus grows things. As the Director of Landscape Services at the University of Mississippi, he grows plants...he grows people...he grows ideas. Jeff is a problem-solver, understanding that doing more with less is a 21st century mandate. Faced with a multi-million dollar landscaping beautification project, a demand for excellence, high productivity, and with a stagnant budget, Jeff knew that growing the people was critical to growing the plants. Understanding that all humans either have or strive for the innate elements of Greatness, Resiliency, Opportunity and Wisdom, Jeff developed his GROW-theory into an impactful management and professional development leadership program for his staff.  Taking his grounds employees, affectionately known as “weeders”, and developing them into “leaders” has been a joyous challenge that reaped acres of rewards in the form of national recognition by the Princeton Review, PGMS, Newsweek and every faculty, staff, student and visitor who has walked onto the Ole Miss Campus. Building on that momentum, Jeff has designed a professional development plan for his Weeders called Landscape University. His message rings true for any industry leader or manager looking to grow a high-performance and dedicated workforce. Topics:  Weeders into Leaders, creating a culture change in the workplace Paycheck to Purpose Menial to Meaningful: How to cultivate pride and ownership Culture trumps strategy Great teams are getting beyond barriers to beliefs How companies and universities can build effective training programs and systems that promote an individual's innate ability to grow Connect with Jeff:  Website | Facebook | Linkedin | Twitter 

On today's episode we chat with Jeff McManus on how to help others find greatness. While Jeff's primary role is to oversee Landscape Services at the University of Mississippi, he knows that his larger role is to grow leaders. Topics in the episode include: landscaping, passion, leadership, culture, and failure / success.In the episode, Jeff shares a quote from former Chancellor Robert Khayat. 'Don't do it for me, let's do it because we are doing it together.' This belief is lived out every day by Jeff and his team.Jeff McManus grows things. As the Director of Landscape Services at the University of Mississippi, he grows plants...he grows people...he grows ideas. Jeff is a problem-solver, understanding that doing more with less is a 21st century mandate. Faced with a multi-million dollar landscaping beautification project, a demand for excellence, high productivity, and with a stagnant budget, Jeff knew that growing the people was critical to growing the plants. Understanding that all humans either have or strive for the innate elements of Greatness, Resiliency, Opportunity and Wisdom, Jeff developed his GROW-theory into an impactful management and professional development leadership program for his staff.Taking his grounds employees, affectionately known as “weeders”, and developing them into “leaders” has been a joyous challenge that reaped acres of rewards in the form of national recognition by the Princeton Review, PGMS, Newsweek and every faculty, staff, student and visitor who has walked onto the Ole Miss Campus. Building on that momentum, Jeff has designed a professional development plan for his Weeders called Landscape University. His message rings true for any industry leader or manager looking to grow a high-performance and dedicated workforce.Website: http://jeffmcmanusspeaking.com/Twitter: https://twitter.com/jeffmcmanus

What do landscaping and leadership development have in common? A lot more than you think. Jeff McManus, former landscaper and author of “Growing Weeders into Leaders”, joins us to discuss growing plants, growing leaders, and the things that they have in common. We'll touch on Jeff's philosophy toward leadership, the ways healthy environments can be cultivated, and the Landscaping Creed that every organization can and should be embracing to maximize everyone's professional growth. How to Support this Show: Subscribe on your favorite podcast app (iTunes, Stitcher, Google Play, etc.) Review us on iTunes Take our survey and we'll enter you in a drawing for a free book Follow Xenium HR (@XeniumHR) and Brandon Laws (@BrandonLaws) on Twitter, LinkedIn and Instagram Learn more about Xenium HR at xeniumhr.com  SPECIAL OFFERS:  e-learning courses at Xenium -www.xeniumhr.com/courses - promo code "POD" for 10% off all courses. Access the Growing Leaders in Your Organization PDF from Jeff: jeffmcmanusspeaking.com/brandon    About Jeff Jeff McManus grows things. As the Director of Landscape Services at the University of Mississippi, he grows plants…he grows people…he grows ideas. Jeff is a problem-solver, understanding that doing more with less is a 21st century mandate. Faced with a multi-million dollar landscaping beautification project, a demand for excellence, high productivity, and with a stagnant budget, Jeff knew that growing the people was critical to growing the plants. Understanding that all humans either have or strive for the innate elements of Greatness,  Resiliency, Opportunity and Wisdom, Jeff developed his GROW-theory into an impactful management and professional development leadership program for his staff. Taking his grounds employees, affectionately known as “weeders”, and developing them into “leaders” has been a joyous challenge that reaped acres of rewards in the form of national recognition by the Princeton Review, PGMS, Newsweek and every faculty, staff, student and visitor who has walked onto the Ole Miss Campus. Building on that momentum, Jeff has designed a professional development plan for his Weeders called Landscape University. His message rings true for any industry leader or manager looking to grow a high-performance and dedicated workforce.   Connect with Jeff: http://twitter.com/JeffMcManus https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeff-mcmanus-073b108   

Jeff grows plants, he grows people and he grows ideas... Wow! In this episode, Jeff shares how he and his team turned the campus at UMiss from laughable to award winning by growing weeders into leaders. Jeff shares what the interview process looks like at UMiss, his journey with personal development, and how his team building practices, aka Landscape University, are now being taught to external organizations. Get the show notes, transcription and resources mentioned at https://thekimsutton.com/pp164.

Jeff grows plants, he grows people and he grows ideas… Wow! In this episode, Jeff shares how he and his team turned the campus at UMiss from laughable to award winning by growing weeders into leaders. Jeff shares what the interview process looks like at UMiss, his journey with personal development, and how his team building practices, aka Landscape University, are now being taught to external organizations. Get the show notes and transcription at https://thekimsutton.com/pp164

Not everyone wants to be a leader in the sense of leadership on the job. When Jeff McManus and I are talking about Growing Weeders into Leaders, we are not just referring to leaders on the job, in the military or even on the ball field. We are talking about leading yourself, your family and your kids. We are talking about enjoying what you do on the job and making work more than a four letter word. Let's learn how to grow as leaders together. Meet our Feature GuestJeff McManus grows things. As the Director of Landscape Services at the University of Mississippi, he grows plants….he grows people….he grows ideas. Jeff is a problem-solver, understanding that doing more with less is a 21st century mandate. After coming to the University in 2000, Jeff took on the challenge of managing a multi-million dollar landscaping beautification implementation project. Faced with a demand for excellence and high productivity, and a stagnant budget, Jeff knew that growing the people was critical to growing the plants. Through that experience, Jeff developed his approach to managing resources and developing personnel – his GROW-theory; a management and professional development approach based in the belief that all humans either strive for or have within them the elements of Greatness, Resiliency, Opportunity and Wisdom – they just need a fertile environment to GROW. Taking his grounds staff, affectionately known as “weeders”, and developing them into “leaders” has been a joyous challenge that reaped acres of rewards in the form of national recognition by the Princeton Review, PGMS, Newsweek and every faculty, staff, student and visitor who has walked onto the Ole Miss Campus. Building on that momentum, Jeff has designed a professional development plan for his Weeders called http://www.olemiss.edu/depts/landscape/landscape-university.html (Landscape University) – a replicable training program that promotes the individual’s innate ability to GROW. Time Stamped Show Notes(click a time stamp below to time travel directly to that point in the conversation.) 8:50 So, where are you at in the World? 9:55 Attitude of Gratitude 11:20 Let's get Personal 17:20 Kick in the Gut Moment Paying it Forward 33:20 36:19 Action Steps you can take today. 39:05 What are you reading or listening to right now and why? Start your 30 day Audible trial and get Your http://www.audible.com/t1/30trial_at?source_code=PDTGBPD060314004R (Free Book) 39:40 What do you feel holds most people back from live a life of True Abundance? 40:42 What does Living A Life of Abundance mean to you? 41:25 Parting piece of guidance Connect with our Feature Guest Free Gift http://jeffmcmanusspeaking.com/abundance/ (Growing Leaders in Your Organization PDF) http://jeffmcmanusspeaking.com/ (Jeff McManus Speaking) Wally's Take Away:It does not matter what you do in life. Rather you want to be a leader or not, leading is a requirement to move forward in life and rase an amazing family. Lead your life to a life of Abundance and life of Happiness. Resources Mentioned:Book: The 15 Invaluable Laws of Growth - John C. Maxwell  https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1599953676/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=9325&creativeASIN=1599953676&linkCode=as2&tag=menofabundanc-20&linkId=a9b6369e49ec334609e23565298f914f () Sponsors and Affiliates, Helping you live your Life of Abundance and helping me keep the mic on.https://menofabundance.com/shake/ ()Shakeology, Dense nutrition shake.  Shakeology makes nutrition simple. And with 70+ ingredients and superfoods, it is the Healthiest Meal of the Day. "My family and I have been drinking Shakeology daily for the last 5 years. Even my six year old has been drinking it since he was two." ~ Wally https://menofabundance.com/shake/ (Click Here! ) To watch a short personal video I... Support this podcast

Today I got to interview Jeff McManus. Jeff is the Head of Landscape Services at the University of Mississippi, and a grower of plants, people, and ideas. Jeff is a problem solver who understands that doing more with less is a 21st century mandate. Faced with a multi-million dollar landscaping project, a demand for excellence and high productivity, and a stagnant budget, Jeff knew that growing the people would be critical for growing the plants.   Key Takeaways: [:35] Jeff has done amazing things for the landscape department at the University of Mississippi, but he thinks of himself primarily as an entrepreneur. [1:46] If you want to make money, save money, and have more time, you must be proactive with your team. [5:07] Jeff tells us about how his landscaping business is structured, and how he keeps structuring himself out of a job. [8:42] Leaders determine team mindset. [10:04] Jeff’s Landscape University program took about four years to develop, but it has significantly increased productivity and accountability. [12:32] You have to understand what motivates your team. [15:50] Jeff is happy to see his past employees start their own landscaping businesses. [17:55] How do you find the time to put systems and processes in place? [19:19] Jeff has created a conference called How to Create Your Own Landscape University. [23:11] Jeff coaches business owners and is very picky about whom he works with. [26:05] Thanks again for listening, and please, reach out to Josh anytime through email at josh@indyfranchiselaw.com. If you enjoyed this interview, please leave us a review on iTunes.   Mentioned in This Episode: josh@franchiseeuphoria.com Drive: The Surprising Truth About What Motivates Us, by Daniel Pink JeffMcManus.com Jeff McManus on Facebook Jeff McManus on Twitter

Director of Landscape Services at Ole Miss (and author), Jeff McManus offers fresh insights on “growing people.”You'll LearnA powerful storytelling approach to connect your team to a larger purposeHow to massively stretch the impact of your learning & development dollarWhy you might not want to fire that underperformer just yetAbout JeffJeff McManus grows things. As the Director of Landscape Services at the University of Mississippi, he grows plants….he grows people….he grows ideas. Taking his grounds staff, affectionately known as “weeders”, and developing them into “leaders” has been a joyous challenge that reaped acres of rewards in the form of national recognition by the Princeton Review, PGMS, Newsweek and every faculty, staff, student and visitor who has walked onto the Ole Miss Campus. Building on that momentum, Jeff has designed a professional development plan for his Weeders called Landscape University – a replicable training program that promotes the individual's innate ability to GROW.Jeff has spoken at Caterpillar Inc, the Biltmore Estates, Leadercast, SRAPPA, Trent Lott Leadership Institute as well as the SEC Ole Miss Athletics. He has also worked with Memphis University, the University of Tennessee, the University of Georgia and private firms in developing their own training programs.Items Mentioned in This EpisodeAuthors and Motivational Speakers: John Maxwell, Zig Ziglar, Les Brown, Stephen Covey, Napoleon HillProgram: Landscape UniversityBook: Pruning Like A Pro by Jeff McManusApp: SlackWebsite: jeffmcmanusspeaking.comTwitter: @JeffMcManusLinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/jeff-mcmanus-073b108View transcript, show notes, and links at https://awesomeatyourjob.com/ep59See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Director of Landscape Services at Ole Miss (and author), Jeff McManus offers fresh insights on “growing people." You’ll Learn A powerful storytelling approach to connect your team to a larger purpose How to massively stretch the impact of your learning & development dollar Why you might not want to fire that underperformer just yet About JeffJeff McManus grows things.  As the Director of Landscape Services at the University of Mississippi, he grows plants….he grows people….he grows ideas.  Taking his grounds staff, affectionately known as “weeders”, and developing them into “leaders” has been a joyous challenge that reaped acres of rewards in the form of national recognition by the Princeton Review, PGMS, Newsweek and every faculty, staff, student and visitor who has walked onto the Ole Miss Campus.  Building on that momentum, Jeff has designed a professional development plan for his Weeders called Landscape University – a replicable training program that promotes the individual’s innate ability to GROW. Jeff has spoken at Caterpillar Inc, the Biltmore Estates, Leadercast, SRAPPA, Trent Lott Leadership Institute as well as the SEC Ole Miss Athletics.  He has also worked with Memphis University, the University of Tennessee, the University of Georgia and private firms in developing their own training programs.