Ep 131. How to Control: Snails, Fungi, and Administrative Tasks

When facing unusual pest challenges like snails on unexpected plants, adapt your approach, consider alternative plant selections, and ensure diligent application of appropriate treatments following label instructions.

For large-scale planting projects, strategic planning, pre-approvals, and nursery coordination are crucial, especially when working with tight deadlines and specific material requirements.

Bidding projects with a buffer (e.g., 2.5 days for a 2-day job) accounts for unforeseen pain-in-the-ass factors, risk, and mileage, potentially leading to early completion and profit.

Address foundational issues like irrigation and soil quality (e.g., clay bowls, overburdened root balls) before applying advanced plant health care treatments to ensure their effectiveness.

Develop a phased approach to complex plant health care issues, starting with environmental stabilization (moisture, pest, fungus control) before moving to soil rehabilitation and long-term management.

Leverage virtual assistants to offload administrative tasks, bookkeeping, and customer service, allowing your core team to focus on hands-on work and higher-value activities.

Implement stringent financial controls and employee dishonesty insurance, especially when expanding administrative roles, to mitigate risks associated with financial access and prevent fraud.