Lawn Care Franchise Ownership Tips - Spring-Green

Recognizing Lawn Care Franchise Training & Excellence

Training and Team Member development is a top priority for Todd Harcourt, the Spring-Green lawn care franchise owner in Lexington, SC. Todd and his Team were recognized at Spring-Green’s National Training Conference in August of 2011 by having the highest number of courses completed on Spring-Green’s Online Learning Center. 

Through the Online Learning Center, or OLC, Todd and his lawn care team have improved their knowledge in the areas of customer service, sales expertise, lawn, tree and shrub problems, and safety, including proper handling of pest control materials. His commitment to training was instrumental in Todd earning this recognition as a dedicated lawn care franchisee.

Doing Lawn Care “the Spring-Green Way” 

Todd recently nominated one of his Field Service Professionals, Alex Wright, for selection into the Spring-Green Employee Hall of Fame.  Since 1996, 62 individuals have been inducted into the Hall of Fame. This award is based on a Team Member’s performance as it relates to the Spring-Green Standards of Quality, Service, Professionalism and Value. 

In his nomination, Todd wrote that Alex takes pride in the lawns that he services and takes it personally when a lawn does not respond well to the treatments. He also wrote that Alex is a fine example for other Team Members and is willing to work with them to make sure they do things “The Spring-Green Way.” Based on these comments, Alex was chosen as one of two recipients of the 2011 Spring-Green Employee Hall of Fame. He received his award during the 2012 Professional Development Seminar on January 11.

Spring-Green Franchise Owner Renews Franchise Agreement

It is always nice when the entire Spring-Green Support Center staff has the opportunity to meet with franchise owners who are renewing their franchise agreement.  A few years ago we developed a renewal process that invites our strategic partners to come back for a two day “re-acclimation and celebration”.  In the case of Jim and Christine Pijan who reside in Poulsbo, WA, they do regularly participate and attend national and regional meetings but they had not been to the corporate offices in almost 10 years! 

Congratulations to Jim and Christine Pijan on renewing their Spring-Green franchise for another 10 year term. Jim and Christine visited the Support Center on January 19 & 20 for their renewal day. Jim serves the area west of Seattle, Washington including Bainbridge Island, Bremerton, Port Orchard, Silverdale and Poulsbo. Jim has established the Spring-Green brand as a leader in the lawn care market in the Pacific Northwest, serving both residential and commercial customers.

            Jim purchased his Spring-Green franchise in 1992 and has grown it steadily over the last 20 years. Congratulations Jim and Christine.  Thank you for being a special part of the history and future of Spring-Green. 

 

Franchise Business Opportunity Trends For 2012

(This is a guest post from The Franchise King®, Joel Libava)

 

It's that time of year....it's time to look at some of the trends that will shape franchising.

One trend that won't change is the one having to do with more and more people deciding to take more control over their professional lives...their careers.

While some will ultimately choose to stay in the jobs they have, others will take the leap; they'll look into business ownership.

The Spring-Green Support Center Volunteers at Local Food Bank

The Holiday season is a wonderful time for giving back to you community, helping others in need and of course reflecting on our own good fortune.   The Spring-Green Support Center has a rich history of giving back and I am proud to report that this year was no different.
This year it was offered that employees who wanted to volunteer at the Northern Illinois Food Bank in Geneva, could do so during company business hours.  The Support Center team took advantage of the opportunity and worked in shifts over a two day period sorting apples, canned goods and making Christmas boxes that would be distributed to shelters and churches throughout the area.    

The entire event made for a rewarding experience and allowed everyone to share their time giving back for a worthwhile cause.   

I know we have franchise owners that volunteer their time.  Please join me in sharing other noteworthy causes that our organization gets involved with. 

Merry Christmas!

Repeat Customers Help Keep This Franchise Business Attractive

If you're going to take the plunge and become your own boss, choosing franchises that offer ways to increase customer loyalty could turn out to be a wise choice. That's because it's almost always easier to sell products and services to customers that you already have.

Of course, you need to partner with a franchise that knows exactly how to keep customers, and helps you-the franchisee, do just that...