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Interview Series: Making Battery-Powered Equipment Work for You
FromThe GROW! Show
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Length:
43 minutes
Released:
Feb 28, 2024
Format:
Podcast episode
Description
Battery-powered equipment is a fan favorite for clients because of the reduced noise, but many pros struggle with how to switch their crews over. In this episode, Marty Grunder is joined by a panel of experts who share their advice on setting crews up for success with battery-powered equipment and share best practices if you're interested in trying it out yourself.
Marty discusses the transition to battery-powered landscaping equipment with Clint Deboer from Pro Tool Reviews, Brandon Haley from SSC Service Solutions, and Dan Mabe from the American Green Zone Alliance. Clint offers expertise in tool reviews, Brandon shares economic insights from his company's switch to electric equipment, and Dan, with his extensive experience in eco-friendly landscaping practices, delves into the industry's challenges and opportunities. Together, they cover the financial and environmental benefits, practical applications, and strategies for managing a battery-powered fleet, addressing the shift from traditional gas-powered tools to sustainable, electric alternatives.
Discussion Points:
Revolution in landscaping with a shift to battery-powered tools
Environmental and financial benefits of electric equipment
Addressing battery-powered fleet management and crew adaptation
Importance of solar power and noise reduction
Overcoming resistance to change in landscaping practices
Environmental impact of batteries throughout their life cycle
Cost savings and efficiency of electric landscaping tools
Practicalities of using battery-powered chainsaws and trimmers
Logistical challenges of maintaining power for battery tools
Navigating change management for a smooth transition to electric equipment
Real-world examples of successful switches to battery power in landscaping
Encouraging informed decisions and support for battery tool platforms
The Grow Show podcast is sponsored by STIHL and brought to you by The Grow Group - a leading coaching and education firm for landscape professionals. Your host is Marty Grunder, president and CEO of The Grow Group and Grunder Landscaping Co., one of the most successful design-build operations of its kind in the Midwest. The Grow Show shares ideas, tips, tactics, and insights that will help you grow your landscaping business.
Resources:
Daniel Mabe LinkedIn
Clint Deboer LinkedIn
Marty discusses the transition to battery-powered landscaping equipment with Clint Deboer from Pro Tool Reviews, Brandon Haley from SSC Service Solutions, and Dan Mabe from the American Green Zone Alliance. Clint offers expertise in tool reviews, Brandon shares economic insights from his company's switch to electric equipment, and Dan, with his extensive experience in eco-friendly landscaping practices, delves into the industry's challenges and opportunities. Together, they cover the financial and environmental benefits, practical applications, and strategies for managing a battery-powered fleet, addressing the shift from traditional gas-powered tools to sustainable, electric alternatives.
Discussion Points:
Revolution in landscaping with a shift to battery-powered tools
Environmental and financial benefits of electric equipment
Addressing battery-powered fleet management and crew adaptation
Importance of solar power and noise reduction
Overcoming resistance to change in landscaping practices
Environmental impact of batteries throughout their life cycle
Cost savings and efficiency of electric landscaping tools
Practicalities of using battery-powered chainsaws and trimmers
Logistical challenges of maintaining power for battery tools
Navigating change management for a smooth transition to electric equipment
Real-world examples of successful switches to battery power in landscaping
Encouraging informed decisions and support for battery tool platforms
The Grow Show podcast is sponsored by STIHL and brought to you by The Grow Group - a leading coaching and education firm for landscape professionals. Your host is Marty Grunder, president and CEO of The Grow Group and Grunder Landscaping Co., one of the most successful design-build operations of its kind in the Midwest. The Grow Show shares ideas, tips, tactics, and insights that will help you grow your landscaping business.
Resources:
Daniel Mabe LinkedIn
Clint Deboer LinkedIn
Released:
Feb 28, 2024
Format:
Podcast episode
Titles in the series (51)
Marketing: The Content Pieces You Can't Live Without: In this episode, Marty welcomes Emily Lindley, Content & Events Manager at The Grow Group. As The Grow Group’s content & events manager, she oversees our content marketing including emails and social media, develops content solutions that deliver on client needs, and shares our story with the green industry. In addition to her role at The Grow Group, she also manages Grunder Landscaping Co.’s marketing efforts. You’ll hear about the marketing tools that have stood the test of time such as postcards and doorhangers, why you must have a website, and tips and tricks for what to incorporate in each marketing piece to make it successful. Discussion Points: How we’re tracking if leads are on or off pace for the year Leading indicators to watch: design fees Essential marketing pieces Postcards and tips to make them more effective Doorhangers: how to use your crews to make these easy to implement Website: simple changes to make your web p by The GROW! Show