David, that was awesome!! Your an absolute kingpin at this, it's been really helpful, thank you!
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David, that was awesome!! Your an absolute kingpin at this, it's been really helpful, thank you!
Hi Guys,
I'm just wondering, How much do you need to spend to get setup??
I was thinking of getting secondhand gear, but doubling up with a different brand, so I was thinking of getting the...
Good thinking Jay, I knew I left something out
Not a bad idea Andy, we'll just need a certain format to advertise the customers,
Like -
Area:
Cut:
Time:
or something like that, so example:
Hey David,
Whats the best method of working out running costs of equipment you haven't purchased yet??
David, I gotta say that your tips have been nothing short of amazing, keep them coming!!
Sports Drinks:
Be careful of these, they're great for replacing lost electrolytes amongst other things, but they're loaded with sugar. The better stuff to get is Staminade, as Its much lower in...
Don't know if this has been said before, but market research goes a mile!!
Problem i've got is that ive just been suspected with epilepsy.
Now trying to be a sole lawnie and not being allowed to drive has its issues..
Hey Everyone,
This probably refers to page 2 of this thread, But I've been in Customer Service for all of my short working life. And I have heard many times the Statistics:
If Someone is happy...
I've very interested in this method Redback, you seem to have the right idea when it comes to working out how to retain your customers year round, and in this industry its a bloody brilliant thing!! ...
If Wombat's link doesn't work, try this one:
http://www.smh.com.au/small-business/franchising/jims-franchisees-want-to-cut-and-run-20091019-h511.html
I know some who was burned by Jim in one of...
I thought it was delicious.
But one con - there was no good Red Wine to be seen!
apparently the only Vintage they had was some coke a customer had left behind 4 days ago.
And before you try...
Hi VJ,
I'm also another Newbie of a similar age. What I plan to do, is have a lowest prices guarantee that will say be in effect for only a few weeks or 'limited time only' like what maccas have...
Yeah I saw that thread but I thought it was more of a 'thank-you' thread dedicated to holdenhead for his generosity for Cranbourne Mowing so i didn't wanna ruin the dedication ; )
But would...
Hi Everyone,
I posted this on another topic heading, but I thought this was more the place, hoping to reach more of you :)
I was wondering if any of operators would like a work experience...
Thanks you very Kindly Dean, I really Really appreciate it :)
I'm just looking for the finer tips of mowing lawns, like how determine the height setting of the blades, and questions like do you...
Exactly, I'd probably be arriving near the end of the day because of my other job, I mean, who could refuse cold beer after a busy afternoon, delivered straight to your job site? :laughing:
So...
So if i offer beer, then i'd get a chance?? How about a slab for 10 hours work?? appeal to anyone?
Otherwise what are my other options?
Cheers
Hi Guys,
As some of you may have seen I'm looking at starting just a lawn mowing business to begin with, but was wondering if any good hearted indie would take me on as a work experience guy and...
Thanks for the feedback guys, I really appreciate it.
I was thinking of redbacks "reasonable price" clause, that way i'd give myself a buffer.
The problem is here, is the area is full of...
Ok so what sort of ranges (per hour) do people quote generally??
Thanks Redback,
Any other tips? Even general marketing tips??
Hi all,
Has anyone tried or see anyone actively using a price match or price beaten advertising model?
I was wondering if anyone puts something along the lines of "Will match any price*" or...