The Limitless Landscapers Podcast

Are you struggling with timewasters? In this week’s podcast episode, Paula is talking you through some tools on how to weed out the timewasters before a consultation (alongside trusting your gut), how to say no to an enquiry and avoid getting those enquiries.Although there will always be enquiries that aren’t suited to your company, there are ways you can attract your ideal client AND save you time at wasted consultations.KEY TAKEAWAYS•Client Avatars•How to say no•Drop down contact form•Crafting marketing content around your avatarsVALUABLE RESOURCESNEW Masterclass! Monday 14th September at 10am and 8pm – The Path to Profitability – click here to register https://www.thelandscaperscircle.co.uk/path-to-profitability/ Questions? Email us: [email protected] Join the waitlist: Get exclusive access to when we are opening our doors to new members PLUS get our masterclass ‘Getting More Customers With One Action Plan’ completely free when you register: www.thelandscaperscircle.co.uk/waitlist/

This week’s episode is part two of a recent members convo with our lovely Kate Charles from Kate Charles Garden Design. We are looking at content, re-purposing content, newsletters and email campaigns and everything in between.Although the shortest episode we have ever recorded it is not about the quantity but the quality. The key takeaway that will help everyone listening to this podcast is the maximisation of you time through the simple act of re-purposing content.In this episode Charlotte shares what we do at The Landscaper’s Circle to create and re-purpose content consistently. It is important that the content you work hard to create, as let’s be honest for most of us creating content doesn’t come easy, can be tweaked and re-used in various places. Lastly don’t forget the whole point of content creation is to position yourself as an expert whilst gaining enquiries and the easiest way to do this is directing people from content to website.This member convo episode is for anyone who is creating content or anyone who struggles to create content. It is for those that spend time writing content and want to maximise the use of their time through repurposing. Listen and get actioning! KEY TAKEAWAYS•Re-purposing content•The power of social media •What content – informative not salesy•Request testimonials regularly•Maximise your time•Newsletter•Blogs•Push back to websiteVALUABLE RESOURCESNEW Masterclass! Monday 14th September at 10am and 8pm – The Path to Profitability – click here to register: https://www.thelandscaperscircle.co.uk/path-to-profitability/Questions? Email us: [email protected] Join the waitlist: Get exclusive access to when we are opening our doors to new members PLUS get our masterclass ‘Getting More Customers With One Action Plan’ completely free when you register: www.thelandscaperscircle.co.uk/waitlist/

In this week’s episode we are discussing all things social media with questions from a recent members convo with our lovely Kate Charles from Kate Charles Garden Design. We are looking at the insights on Kate’s Instagram posts and giving feedback and advice on how to improve posts and what to look for. The two main topics of conversation are boosting posts and using #hashtags. When it comes to boosting a post on Instagram or Facebook you need to look at how well it is performing and look at creating an audience based on your Avatar. With #hashtags if you get a good percentage of people viewing your post that do not follow your profile you are onto a winner! Hashtags are a great way of expanding your reach and bringing new people to your profile. This will then lead to more followers and interactions.This member convo episode is for anyone who is using Instagram as a social media platform for their landscaping and design business. Charlotte offers lots of tips and insights on why the posts are working, how to use hashtags more effectively and Kate really shows us the power of social media for business. KEY TAKEAWAYS•What are insights?•#hashtag performance•Boosting posts•Planning content•How to expand your reach•Look at the # numbers•Importance of % not followingVALUABLE RESOURCESWant our done-for-you service? Find out more: https://thelandscaperscircle.co.uk/done-for-you/ The second part of this member convo is available next week episode 28 – don’t miss out hit subscribe and look out on Wednesday!Questions? Email us: [email protected] Join the waitlist: Get exclusive access to when we are opening our doors to new members PLUS get our masterclass ‘Getting More Customers With One Action Plan’ completely free when you register: www.thelandscaperscircle.co.uk/waitlist/

In this week’s episode we are discussing launching a new product, service or business to a small list. How I hear you ask? We will be going through a plan of how to launch successfully in this episode.The starting point is always crafting your client avatar and then deciding on your core message for your launch. This sits side by side with your values and mission is as a business. What does your business stand for? See episode 23 if you are interested in looking at business values.Your marketing strategy is always a key element of any launch. This ties in with the core messaging you are putting out there. Ensuring that your core message is running through your marketing makes it resonate with your ideal client, gains their trust and makes them more likely to buy.Utilising your website is key. Every marketing avenue will run to your website, so you need to look at web copy, lead pages or new pages on the website. This will then help with social media strategy and any ads that you decide to run. Finally, what is the end goal? This show is for anyone who is looking at extending their services, re-branding, adding new products and/or setting up a new business. Have a listen and get a plan together for a successful launch. KEY TAKEAWAYS•You don’t need a huge audience to have a successful launch•What are your goals with the launch?•Decide on your marketing activities•Don’t overwhelm yourself!•Craft your avatar•Core messaging is key•What does your business stand for?•Creating connections is key•Website content and pages •Re-marketing•Use live’s•Keep an eye on the resultsVALUABLE RESOURCESWant our done-for-you service? Find out more: https://thelandscaperscircle.co.uk/done-for-you/ See episode 23 for more on business values https://thelandscaperscircle.co.uk/dealing-with-difficult-customers-your-mindset/Questions? Email us: [email protected] If you want support, answers and help with your business, then you need to be a TLC member join our waitlist here: www.thelandscaperscircle.co.uk/waitlist/

In this week’s episode we are discussing first drafts and what to do if you think they are ‘crappy’. The importance of getting the elusive first draft out there in order to improve upon it. But what do we mean by first drafts?Well, first draft can be applied to anything that you put out there for the first time, it can be your website, new services/products, email campaigns, leaflets, adverts, signwriting etc. The list goes on. There will always be improvements that can be made to your first draft whether you think it is crappy or not. The point being you can put your first draft out there and make it perfect later. This show is for anyone who is feeling nervous about getting their first drafts out there, or perhaps you are still working on something because it is not perfect or ready yet. Do yourself a favour and listen to this week’s episode it just might help you! KEY TAKEAWAYS•First drafts are for improving•Do it now, get perfect later•More tips on blogs•Put yourself out there don’t be afraid•There is only one you!•Track, tweak & improve – continuously•Reflection is key•Keep an eye on the resultsVALUABLE RESOURCESWant our done-for-you service? Find out more: https://thelandscaperscircle.co.uk/done-for-you/ Questions? Email us: [email protected] If you want support, answers and help with your business, then you need to be a TLC member join our waitlist here: www.thelandscaperscircle.co.uk/waitlist/

In this week’s episode Charlotte is discussing the three decisions that made a huge difference to her life. We think this may resonate with some of our listeners that maybe hesitating over making a decision in business or making a big change in their lives.We are talking bravery, bravery in trusting in your decisions and taking the brave step to move yourself and your business forward. Trust your gut instincts, this also applies to choosing customers as well. We are talking success and how success is defined by you not others or qualifications. Never underestimate the journey you are on, the confidence you build when jumping into the unknown and being able to deal with the, inevitable, bumps in the road. This show is for anyone who is on the verge of making a decision that you are perhaps wavering on. It’s a great episode if you want to find out more about Charlotte and how she ended up co-owning The Landscaper’s Circle and what it means for you, our tribe. “Everything happens for a reason”KEY TAKEAWAYS•What feels right for you?•Back Yourself•Calculated risks•Trust your instincts•Educate yourself•Everything happens for a reason•Never overlook opportunities •Happiness is keyVALUABLE RESOURCESFollow Charlotte on Instagram @charrussellxFollow The Landscaper’s Circle on Instagram @TheLandscapersCircleIf you want support, answers and help with your business, then you need to be a TLC member join our waitlist here: www.thelandscaperscircle.co.uk/waitlist/ We are also part way through our FREE three-part webinar series specifically for designers. Part 3 is on Monday 3rd August at 8pm! Sign up to save your seat, spaces are limited so don’t miss out click here to register: www.thelandscaperscircle.co.uk/garden-designer-masterclass-series/ Any questions email us: [email protected]

We are really excited to share this episode with you, on todays’ show we are talking with John Cassidy-Rice a specialist in Neuro-Linguistic Programming (NLP)and coach at Training Excellence. We thought it would be a great podcast episode based on an issue that has cropped up for one of our TLC members recently with regards dealing with customers.Why are we sharing this with you guys? Well we think you can benefit from hearing how to improve communication, develop a positive mindset and keeping motivated in difficult circumstances. It all begins with your mind and looking at your values and your beliefs.This show is for anyone who lets situations affect their mindset and motivation (who doesn’t?). Even if you think this is a bit ‘out there’ have a listen as I think everyone could learn a thing or two about NLP and how to build a great business based on your own set of values. It’s an interesting episode and had a lot of key points to takeaway, ponder on and make changes to yourself and your business.“Ask for what you want to happen, not what you don’t want to happen”“Be a bit more forgiving to people”“Run your business by your own values”“Values have an impact on profit”KEY TAKEAWAYS•The conscious vs the un-concious mind•Words are secondary•Visualisation is powerful•Values vs Beliefs•Cause & effect beliefs•Communication•Think of others•MotivationVALUABLE RESOURCESThe book mentioned in the episode: ‘From Good to Great’ by Jim Collins If you want to find out more about John:https://www.linkedin.com/in/johncassidyriceIf you want support, answers and help with your business, then you need to be a TLC member join our waitlist here: https://www.thelandscaperscircle.co.uk/waitlist/We also have a FREE three-part webinar series specifically for designers dropping onto your computer screens. Part 1 is on Monday 20th July at 8pm! Sign up to save your seat, spaces are limited so don’t miss out click here to register: https://www.thelandscaperscircle.co.uk/garden-designer-masterclass-series/Any questions email us: [email protected]

In today’s episode we are back with part two of our member’s convo with Adam and Lorna! This episode really shows the learning that takes place when attempting to grow your landscaping and design business. We chat about family roles, working with your partner and working to long-term goals.I love this episode as I think it reflects the journey all of us are on with our businesses. You may have been there and are through the other side or you may be going through the pain of growth at this present moment. Business is a journey that is not linear but definitely has bumps and twists along the road. The key is to know you are not alone and lots of fellow landscapers and designers have been there. The Landscaper’s Circle are also here to support you and connect you with others too.Have a listen to this episode if you are one of us who have a family, are learning the art of delegation and managing staff (I hear you – this was not in the plan you just wanted to design and install beautiful spaces!) and have a business hill to climb.We discuss all of these pain points and more with Adam & Lorna in this very episode. So, enjoy this member convo and know that we are all human, we all make mistakes and we all have big dreams. Let’s go to the show.KEY TAKEAWAYS•Staffing•Business and family•Roles in the business•Learning new skills•Management•Delegation•Working with your partner•Long-term goalsVALUABLE RESOURCESFollow us on Instagram @thelandscaperscircleFind us on Facebook @thelandscapercircleAs you know we have now closed our doors to new members, however you can get yourself on the waitlist and you will get FREE access to our recent masterclass ‘How to Get More Customers with One Action Plan’ Click here to be the first to know when we will re-open: https://www.thelandscaperscircle.co.uk/waitlist/You know good things happen for those who wait (list)!

In today’s episode we are back with a member’s convo! We know you guys love to listen to them and this is just part 1 with part 2 dropping next week. This episode covers the pain of attracting staff, sub-contractor’s vs PAYE, pay rates and much more.We all know that the industry has a huge issue with staffing in particular skilled staff. So, what do you do when you are looking to grow? What adverts do you write and where do you put them? How would you structure the teams and what pay rate is the right level?We discuss all of these issues with Adam & Lorna in this very episode. So, if staffing and growing the business is a pain point or possibility for you listen on.You never know, their burning issues that might just be your issues. Let’s go to the show.KEY TAKEAWAYS•Staffing•Ad copy•Importance of branding•Being inspirational •Attracting the right people•Review your website•Add the human element•Consider team structure•Rates of PayVALUABLE RESOURCESFollow us on Instagram @thelandscaperscircleFind us on Facebook @thelandscapercircleAs you know we have now closed our doors to new members, however you can get yourself on the waitlist and you will get FREE access to our recent masterclass ‘How to Get More Customers with One Action Plan’ Click here to be the first to know when we will re-open: https://www.thelandscaperscircle.co.uk/waitlist/You know good things happen for those who wait (list)!

In today’s episode I am talking through the 3 business decisions that made my landscaping company the business that it is today. If you are at a crossroads in your business or have been putting off decisions or are experiencing a period of growth this episode was made for you.I talk through working with your partner or spouse, growing pains and considerations and pivoting in your business at key times. A reminder that everything happens for you not you. It’s all about listening to the lessons you are taught and moving forward in the right way. There are a few things that I hope you can take away from this episode. Even if they are just reminders there is a reason you are here listening to this episode today. Enjoy this one, I enjoyed recording it.KEY TAKEAWAYS•Growing a business•Big picture goals•Importance of mentors •Working with your partner•Getting that office/yard•Taking on staff•Cashflow•Pivoting in your business•Online opportunitiesVALUABLE RESOURCESFollow us on Instagram @thelandscaperscircleFind us on Facebook @thelandscapercircleAs you know we have now closed our doors to new members, however you can get yourself on the waitlist and you will get FREE access to our recent masterclass ‘How to Get More Customers with One Action Plan’ Click here to be the first to know when we will re-open: https://www.thelandscaperscircle.co.uk/waitlist/You know good things happen for those who wait (list)!