The Stupid Things we say when we're selling

Jim Paluch offers tips to help you set yourself apart and sell better

November 10, 2011

Performing maintenance ahead of time will ensure crews are ready to go by the time the season rolls around.

How to Maintain Equipment Ahead of Spring Cleanups

Equipment experts explain how to properly maintain equipment ahead of spring cleanups and offer up mulching tips.

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Green Industry Roll Call: Updates from Altoz, LandCare, Ruppert Landscaping and More

The latest news and updates from the people and companies around the green industry, including Altoz, LandCare, Ruppert Landscaping and more.

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Do Spring Cleanups Right

Experts share how landscape pros can optimize their spring cleanups this season.

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Tips for Equip Expo First-Timers

For landscapers, dealers and contractors attending Equip Exposition for the very first time, here are tips to make the most of this show.

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Grasshopper Unveils 525V-42 Out-Front Mower

The newest addition to Grasshopper Mowers’ FrontMount lineup, the 525V-42 is a commercial out-front mower.

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Updates from Harrell's, TYM and More: Green Industry Roll Call

Employee-owned Harrell’s appointed current Harrell’s President and COO Jack Harrell III as its new CEO and chairman of the board. TYM North America opened a 90,000-square-foot parts and distribution center in Pennsylvania. See these updates and more.

Isuzu Commercial Truck of America NRR-EV received zero-emissions certification from the California Air Resources Board.

Isuzu Gains Zero-Emission Certification for NRR-EV

Isuzu Commercial Truck of America received zero-emission certifications by the California Air Resources Board and the Environmental Protection Agency for the Isuzu NRR-EV.

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Trade Show Talk

Green Industry Pros Editor Sarah Webb discusses how a recent trip to the Snow & Ice Symposium sparked her excitement for upcoming product developments and trade shows later in the year.

Gino's L&L Service also uses GPS tracking to help estimate production times.

Telematics in Action

Landscape professionals discuss how they best leverage GPS + telematics technology to their advantage.

2024 Editor's Choice Award Winners: Champions of Innovation

A compilation of the top 35 products in the green industry that make landscape professionals more efficient and effective in their operations.

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RedMax Reveals EBZ9000 and EBZ9000-RH Commercial Blowers

RedMax unveiled the EBZ9000 and EBZ9000-RH blowers, packing 56 newtons of blow force into an efficient, lightweight frame built for commercial users.

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Contractor Profile: Adam Linnemann, owner and founder of Linnemann Lawn Care and Landscaping and The Green Executive

Adam Linnemann, owner and founder of Linnemann Lawn Care and Landscaping and The Green Executive, discusses how he got into the green industry, his favorite tool to make life easier and much more.

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Graze, Motivo Join Forces to Distribute Graze Robotic Units

Graze Robotics and Motivo partnered to expand the production and distribution of Graze’s robotic units within the U.S.

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What Grounds Maintenance Crews Can Expect from Propane-Powered Equipment

An expert provides insight into how landscape professionals can take advantage of propane-powered equipment.

Albaugh dedicated a mural spanning the historic Stockyards Expressway as a gift to the city of St. Joseph, Mo.

Updates from Kubota, Albaugh and More: Green Industry Roll Call

Albaugh dedicated a mural in St. Joseph, Mo. Kubota Tractor Corp. named 20 grant recipients in its Kubota Hometown Proud grant program. Central Turf & Irrigation Supply added Andrew McCormick as turf category chemical director. See these updates and more.

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Transform your land with KIOTI ZTRs

Commercial grade craftsmanship built with landscapers & lawn care professionals in mind. Find your local KIOTI dealer.

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Regulations Review

An industry advocate discusses the latest updates in regulations and legislation affecting the green industry.

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Rotary Features Mower, Engine Maintenance Kits

Rotary is offering maintenance kits for mowers and other small engines that are available in 30 different assortments for brands such as Briggs & Stratton, Kawasaki and Kohler.

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Makita Unveils 2 Kits For 18V LXT Couple Shaft Power Head System

Makita has released two kits for the 18V LXT Couple Shaft Power Head system that include multiple attachments.

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Kress Commercial Intros Portable Charging Option: CyberTank Lite DC-DC

Kress Commercial released a more portable charging option: the CyberTank Lite DC-DC charging system powered by the new Kress Commercial 60 V CyberLite Charger and Kress Commercial CyberCapsule.

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RoadFlex Offers AI-Powered Fuel Risk Management Platform

RoadFlex released its AI-powered fuel risk management platform, designed for field service fleets to enhance fuel management, improve security and drive cost savings.

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Driving Success: How Smart Service Businesses Use Telematics Data to Build Winning Teams

This latest e-book explores how successful fleet-based service businesses leverage GPS and telematics data to train, oversee, and retain high-performing teams.

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Briggs & Stratton Appoints Kristina Cerniglia CEO

Briggs & Stratton named Kristina Cerniglia as CEO. She most recently served as CFO at Briggs & Stratton.

Chip Gaines of Fixer Upper participated in the kickoff of Bobcat's Makeover Contest to give one community a $100,000 park makeover.

Updates from Bobcat, Nufarm and More: Green Industry Roll Call

Bobcat Co. launched a nationwide Bobcat Park and Rec Makeover Contest to give one community a $100,000 park makeover. Toyota celebrated its "Lift Up The Community Day." Nufarm Adds new regional general manager of North America.

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Year-Round Trailer Care

Find out more about essential trailer maintenance tips for landscape professionals.

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Canadian Railway Strike Poses Threat to Global Supply Chain

A strike at the country’s two largest rail networks would disrupt production and deliveries across a wide variety of industries.

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2024 Green Industry Success Road Map: Challenges & Solutions

Download this piece of premium content that showcases the challenges and solutions throughout the landscaping industry in an easy-to-understand infographic road map, sponsored by Heritage Landscape Supply Group.