Management
The strategy behind the strategy
There are three types of change that can occur, affecting your garden center — and in life: change by crisis, change by drift and change by design. ... more »
How garden retailers can become a pain reliever
By anticipating customers’ problems and needs, garden retailers can provide solutions and build loyalty. I recently bought new iPhones for my wif... more »
Sizing your product assortment strategically
A young couple stands in front of rows and rows of plants, neatly organized by names that mean nothing to them. Do annuals come back every year? ... more »
Why good managers leave
Over the years, I’ve had countless conversations with garden center owners and senior managers about staffing challenges. We usually start by talkin... more »
Innovative Ideas: Pro tips for attracting the most meaningful hires this spring
For many garden centers, spring hiring is a frantic dash to fill open positions. But what if you could attract a steady stream of highly qualified can... more »
Ken Lain to host online presentation on succession planning
Ken Lain, CEO of Garden Outfitters private equity group and second-generation owner of Watters Garden Center, will be presenting "Don't Die with Your ... more »
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