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The Podscape

By Eric Jones

Coming at you live from America's Podcast Studio, Eric "The Turf Teacher" Jones. The Landscape Contractor and Green Industry Platform for success, this is "The Podscape" brought to you by LMN Software.
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The PodscapeMar 03, 2021

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Turf Talk Tuesday 01.31.23 PPE, Transportation, Storage and Security of Pesticides

Turf Talk Tuesday 01.31.23 PPE, Transportation, Storage and Security of Pesticides

In this episode we discuss "PPE, Transportation, Storage and Security of Pesticides" which gave attendees (1) Pesticide Credit from the NCDA&CS in Categories L, D, N and X. We had attendees from all over North Carolina in this webinar. Topics included PPE use, cleaning and storage as well as the transportation of pesticides and how we store and secure them at our shop.

NORTH CAROLINA IRRIGATION CONTRACTORS LICENSING BOARD:

* NCICLB Website: https://www.nciclb.org/

NORTH CAROLINA LANDSCAPE CONTRACTORS LICENSING BOARD:

* NCLCLB Website: https://nclclb.com/

NORTH CAROLINA DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE PESTICIDE SECTION:

* NCDA&CS Website: https://www.ncagr.gov/spcap/pesticide...

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TURF TEACHER COURSES:

* Seminars: https://turfteacher.com/seminarschedule/

* NCLCLB Online Classes: https://www.turfteacher.org/landscape/

* NCICLB Online Classes: https://www.turfteacher.org/irrigation/

* Turf Talk Tuesdays: https://turfteacher.com/pesticidewebinars/

* NCICLB Webinars: https://turfteacher.com/irrigationwebinars/

* NCLCLB Webinars: https://turfteacher.com/landscapewebinars/

ELITE LANDSCAPE CONTRACTORS, INC.:

* www.elitelandescapes.com

* https://linktr.ee/elitelandescapes

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* https://linktr.ee/turfteacher

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* https://anchor.fm/thepodscape


Feb 01, 202356:28
Turf Talk on Natural Pest Controls

Turf Talk on Natural Pest Controls

This recorded zoom webinar discusses the natural pest control that are in place and how we can use them in an integrated pest management plan.

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* NCICLB Online Classes: https://www.turfteacher.org/irrigation/

* Turf Talk Tuesdays: https://turfteacher.com/pesticidewebinars/

* NCICLB Webinars: https://turfteacher.com/irrigationwebinars/

* NCLCLB Webinars: https://turfteacher.com/landscapewebinars/ 

ELITE LANDSCAPE CONTRACTORS, INC.: 

* www.elitelandescapes.com 

* https://linktr.ee/elitelandescapes 

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Oct 13, 202101:01:55
Do You Know How To Prune?

Do You Know How To Prune?

In this episode The Turf Teacher talks about pruning and the individuals out there who don't know how to do it. It all starts with knowing your plant materials and the plant science behind them.

Coming at you live from America's Podcast Studio, Eric "The Turf Teacher" Jones. The Landscape Contractor and Green Industry Platform for success, this is "The Podscape" brought to you by LMN Software. Check out www.turfteacher.com for more information on how you can earn your irrigation, landscape and pesticide credits all online or in person. We also have a Christmas Lighting class coming to a town near you! For more information on LMN Software and to try it out free visit www.golmn.com/free and use referral code 8957743.

Mar 23, 202135:45
I Don't Need Worker's Compensation!

I Don't Need Worker's Compensation!

In this episode The Turf Teacher vents about solo operators saying they don't need Worker's Compensation or General Liability and that they pay their one helper under the table. You are asking for a disaster if you don't get insured or withhold taxes from your employer.

Coming at you live from America's Podcast Studio, Eric "The Turf Teacher" Jones. The Landscape Contractor and Green Industry Platform for success, this is "The Podscape" brought to you by LMN Software. Check out www.turfteacher.com for more information on how you can earn your irrigation, landscape and pesticide credits all online or in person. We also have a Christmas Lighting class coming to a town near you! For more information on LMN Software and to try it out free visit www.golmn.com/free and use referral code 8957743.

Mar 17, 202119:05
What's in My Sketchbook?

What's in My Sketchbook?

In this episode The Turf Teacher discusses what type of sketchbook he uses and the other type of drawing media to keep around to sketch on.

Coming at you live from America's Podcast Studio, Eric "The Turf Teacher" Jones. The Landscape Contractor and Green Industry Platform for success, this is "The Podscape" brought to you by LMN Software. Check out www.turfteacher.com for more information on how you can earn your irrigation, landscape and pesticide credits all online or in person. We also have a Christmas Lighting class coming to a town near you! For more information on LMN Software and to try it out free visit www.golmn.com/free and use referral code 8957743.

Mar 16, 202119:29
What Should We Be Doing?

What Should We Be Doing?

In this episode The Turf Teacher discusses with Stanley the Dirt Monkey Genadek what we should be doing to get a jump start on the season with LMN Software.

Coming at you live from America's Podcast Studio, Eric "The Turf Teacher" Jones. The Landscape Contractor and Green Industry Platform for success, this is "The Podscape" brought to you by LMN Software. Check out www.turfteacher.com for more information on how you can earn your irrigation, landscape and pesticide credits all online or in person. We also have a Christmas Lighting class coming to a town near you! For more information on LMN Software and to try it out free visit www.golmn.com/free and use referral code 8957743.

Mar 15, 202112:23
Social Media Marketing

Social Media Marketing

In this episode The Turf Teacher discusses social media marketing and the types of content we should be producing for organic and inorganic posts.

Coming at you live from America's Podcast Studio, Eric "The Turf Teacher" Jones. The Landscape Contractor and Green Industry Platform for success, this is "The Podscape" brought to you by LMN Software. Check out www.turfteacher.com for more information on how you can earn your irrigation, landscape and pesticide credits all online or in person. We also have a Christmas Lighting class coming to a town near you! For more information on LMN Software and to try it out free visit www.golmn.com/free and use referral code 8957743.

Mar 12, 202101:04:16
Pesticide Management

Pesticide Management

In this episode The Turf Teacher discusses what pesticide management and calculates some pesticide math problems.

Coming at you live from America's Podcast Studio, Eric "The Turf Teacher" Jones. The Landscape Contractor and Green Industry Platform for success, this is "The Podscape" brought to you by LMN Software. Check out www.turfteacher.com for more information on how you can earn your irrigation, landscape and pesticide credits all online or in person. We also have a Christmas Lighting class coming to a town near you! For more information on LMN Software and to try it out free visit www.golmn.com/free and use referral code 8957743.

Mar 11, 202101:04:34
Label Calculations

Label Calculations

In this episode The Turf Teacher discusses what you need to know to correctly calculate the label rate for any given fertilize or pesticide. The number one reason we have a pesticide failure is not miscalculating the label rate but misidentifying the pest.

Coming at you live from America's Podcast Studio, Eric "The Turf Teacher" Jones. The Landscape Contractor and Green Industry Platform for success, this is "The Podscape" brought to you by LMN Software. Check out www.turfteacher.com for more information on how you can earn your irrigation, landscape and pesticide credits all online or in person. We also have a Christmas Lighting class coming to a town near you! For more information on LMN Software and to try it out free visit www.golmn.com/free and use referral code 8957743.

Mar 10, 202155:42
Managing Risk

Managing Risk

In this episode The Turf Teacher discusses risk management and how you can protect your green industry and construction business with a great group of NC Licensed General Contractors.

Coming at you live from America's Podcast Studio, Eric "The Turf Teacher" Jones. The Landscape Contractor and Green Industry Platform for success, this is "The Podscape" brought to you by LMN Software. Check out www.turfteacher.com for more information on how you can earn your irrigation, landscape and pesticide credits all online or in person. We also have a Christmas Lighting class coming to a town near you! For more information on LMN Software and to try it out free visit www.golmn.com/free and use referral code 8957743.

Mar 09, 202101:02:29
Working With Subcontractors

Working With Subcontractors

In this episode The Turf Teacher discusses how to find the right subcontractor and what to expect from them. Subcontractors can be a very good asset to any green industry company.

Coming at you live from America's Podcast Studio, Eric "The Turf Teacher" Jones. The Landscape Contractor and Green Industry Platform for success, this is "The Podscape" brought to you by LMN Software. Check out www.turfteacher.com for more information on how you can earn your irrigation, landscape and pesticide credits all online or in person. We also have a Christmas Lighting class coming to a town near you! For more information on LMN Software and to try it out free visit www.golmn.com/free and use referral code 8957743.

Mar 08, 202136:04
Landscape Employees

Landscape Employees

In this episode The Turf Teacher discusses employee management for green industry companies. This is always a topic of discussion at any convention, continuing education class or landscape conversation and Turf Teacher gives you his take on it.

Coming at you live from America's Podcast Studio, Eric "The Turf Teacher" Jones. The Landscape Contractor and Green Industry Platform for success, this is "The Podscape" brought to you by LMN Software. Check out www.turfteacher.com for more information on how you can earn your irrigation, landscape and pesticide credits all online or in person. We also have a Christmas Lighting class coming to a town near you! For more information on LMN Software and to try it out free visit www.golmn.com/free and use referral code 8957743.

Mar 05, 202155:52
Client Relationships

Client Relationships

In this episode The Turf Teacher discusses the difference between a customer and a client and the relationships we have with them on a landscape construction project.

Coming at you live from America's Podcast Studio, Eric "The Turf Teacher" Jones. The Landscape Contractor and Green Industry Platform for success, this is "The Podscape" brought to you by LMN Software. Check out www.turfteacher.com for more information on how you can earn your irrigation, landscape and pesticide credits all online or in person. We also have a Christmas Lighting class coming to a town near you! For more information on LMN Software and to try it out free visit www.golmn.com/free and use referral code 8957743.

Mar 04, 202129:34
Landscape Scheduling

Landscape Scheduling

In this episode The Turf Teacher discusses landscape scheduling and how important it is to getting paid.

Coming at you live from America's Podcast Studio, Eric "The Turf Teacher" Jones. The Landscape Contractor and Green Industry Platform for success, this is "The Podscape" brought to you by LMN Software. Check out www.turfteacher.com for more information on how you can earn your irrigation, landscape and pesticide credits all online or in person. We also have a Christmas Lighting class coming to a town near you! For more information on LMN Software and to try it out free visit www.golmn.com/free and use referral code 8957743.

Mar 03, 202129:12
Crepe Murder or Pollarding?

Crepe Murder or Pollarding?

In this episode The Turf Teacher discusses controversial topic of "Crepe Murder." Is it bad for the tree? Should the tree have been planted there in the first place? You make the call and get the Turf Teacher's take on it.

Coming at you live from America's Podcast Studio, Eric "The Turf Teacher" Jones. The Landscape Contractor and Green Industry Platform for success, this is "The Podscape" brought to you by LMN Software. Check out www.turfteacher.com for more information on how you can earn your irrigation, landscape and pesticide credits all online or in person. We also have a Christmas Lighting class coming to a town near you! For more information on LMN Software and to try it out free visit www.golmn.com/free and use referral code 8957743.

Mar 03, 202133:42
Business Vision 2020 Tour

Business Vision 2020 Tour

In this episode The Turf Teacher discusses the Business Vision 2020 Tour dates for NCLCLB CEU's as well as how you can earn them online and every Thursday night via Zoom.

Coming at you live from America's Podcast Studio, Eric "The Turf Teacher" Jones. The Landscape Contractor and Green Industry Platform for success, this is "The Podscape" brought to you by LMN Software. Check out www.turfteacher.com for more information on how you can earn your irrigation, landscape and pesticide credits all online or in person. We also have a Christmas Lighting class coming to a town near you! For more information on LMN Software and to try it out free visit www.golmn.com/free and use referral code 8957743.

Mar 02, 202119:11
Tools of Landscape Design

Tools of Landscape Design

In this episode The Turf Teacher discusses tools for landscape design and landscape architecture. From sketchbooks to trash paper and Pentel Sign Pens Turf Teacher tells you everything in his pencil pouch.

Coming at you live from America's Podcast Studio, Eric "The Turf Teacher" Jones. The Landscape Contractor and Green Industry Platform for success, this is "The Podscape" brought to you by LMN Software. Check out www.turfteacher.com for more information on how you can earn your irrigation, landscape and pesticide credits all online or in person. We also have a Christmas Lighting class coming to a town near you! For more information on LMN Software and to try it out free visit www.golmn.com/free and use referral code 8957743.

Feb 20, 202129:37
Snow Removal Services

Snow Removal Services

In this episode The Turf Teacher discusses contracts, retainers and mobilization charges for snow removal services. Preparation is key for any inclement weather occurrence and dry runs need to be made prior to the event. Listen to the Turf Teacher to get you fired up for cold days work.

Coming at you live from America's Podcast Studio, Eric "The Turf Teacher" Jones. The Landscape Contractor and Green Industry Platform for success, this is "The Podscape" brought to you by LMN Software. Check out www.turfteacher.com for more information on how you can earn your irrigation, landscape and pesticide credits all online or in person. We also have a Christmas Lighting class coming to a town near you! For more information on LMN Software and to try it out free visit www.golmn.com/free and use referral code 8957743.

Feb 18, 202131:03
Landscape Contracts 2

Landscape Contracts 2

In this episode The Turf Teacher continues discussing contracts for commercial and residential landscape work to include required elements, provisions and breach of contract. This is part 2 from the previous episode.

Coming at you live from America's Podcast Studio, Eric "The Turf Teacher" Jones. The Landscape Contractor and Green Industry Platform for success, this is "The Podscape" brought to you by LMN Software. Check out www.turfteacher.com for more information on how you can earn your irrigation, landscape and pesticide credits all online or in person. We also have a Christmas Lighting class coming to a town near you! For more information on LMN Software and to try it out free visit www.golmn.com/free and use referral code 8957743.

Feb 17, 202134:33
Landscape Contracts

Landscape Contracts

In this episode The Turf Teacher discusses contracts for commercial and residential landscape work to include required elements, provisions and breach of contract.

Coming at you live from America's Podcast Studio, Eric "The Turf Teacher" Jones. The Landscape Contractor and Green Industry Platform for success, this is "The Podscape" brought to you by LMN Software. Check out www.turfteacher.com for more information on how you can earn your irrigation, landscape and pesticide credits all online or in person. We also have a Christmas Lighting class coming to a town near you! For more information on LMN Software and to try it out free visit www.golmn.com/free and use referral code 8957743.

Feb 12, 202139:28
Landscape Bidding & Estimating

Landscape Bidding & Estimating

In this episode The Turf Teacher discusses bidding and estimating for commercial landscape work.

Coming at you live from America's Podcast Studio, Eric "The Turf Teacher" Jones. The Landscape Contractor and Green Industry Platform for success, this is "The Podscape" brought to you by LMN Software. Check out www.turfteacher.com for more information on how you can earn your irrigation, landscape and pesticide credits all online or in person. We also have a Christmas Lighting class coming to a town near you! For more information on LMN Software and to try it out free visit www.golmn.com/free and use referral code 8957743.

Feb 11, 202138:11
Legal Landscaper

Legal Landscaper

In this episode The Turf Teacher discusses legal requirements after securing the contract with the owner.

Coming at you live from America's Podcast Studio, Eric "The Turf Teacher" Jones. The Landscape Contractor and Green Industry Platform for success, this is "The Podscape" brought to you by LMN Software. Check out www.turfteacher.com for more information on how you can earn your irrigation, landscape and pesticide credits all online or in person. We also have a Christmas Lighting class coming to a town near you! For more information on LMN Software and to try it out free visit www.golmn.com/free and use referral code 8957743.

Feb 10, 202125:56
Obtaining Landscape Work with Contracts

Obtaining Landscape Work with Contracts

In this episode The Turf Teacher discusses obtaining work with direct procurement, competitive negotiation or competitive bidding and becoming the prime contractor and securing the contract with the owner.

Coming at you live from America's Podcast Studio, Eric "The Turf Teacher" Jones. The Landscape Contractor and Green Industry Platform for success, this is "The Podscape" brought to you by LMN Software. Check out www.turfteacher.com for more information on how you can earn your irrigation, landscape and pesticide credits all online or in person. We also have a Christmas Lighting class coming to a town near you! For more information on LMN Software and to try it out free visit www.golmn.com/free and use referral code 8957743.

Feb 09, 202128:49
Commercial Landscape Installation

Commercial Landscape Installation

In this episode The Turf Teacher discusses how to enter the world of commercial landscape construction and installation. From bid bonds to commercial general liability and waiting 60 days for payment you'll get the information you need to get started. 

Coming at you live from America's Podcast Studio, Eric "The Turf Teacher" Jones. The Landscape Contractor and Green Industry Platform for success, this is "The Podscape" brought to you by LMN Software. Check out www.turfteacher.com for more information on how you can earn your irrigation, landscape and pesticide credits all online or in person. We also have a Christmas Lighting class coming to a town near you! For more information on LMN Software and to try it out free visit www.golmn.com/free and use referral code 8957743.

Feb 08, 202126:54
Meeting the Clients!

Meeting the Clients!

Coming at you live from America's Podcast Studio, Eric "The Turf Teacher" Jones. The Landscape Contractor and Green Industry Platform for success, this is "The Podscape" brought to you by LMN Software. In this episode The Turf Teacher discusses meeting the clients and what to take with you to the site visit and what to leave with. Check out www.turfteacher.com for more information on how you can earn your irrigation, landscape and pesticide credits all online or in person. We also have a Christmas Lighting class coming to a town near you! For more information on LMN Software and to try it out free visit www.golmn.com/free and use referral code 8957743.

Feb 07, 202127:21
Green Industry Marketing

Green Industry Marketing

Coming at you live from America's Podcast Studio, Eric "The Turf Teacher" Jones. The Landscape Contractor and Green Industry Platform for success, this is "The Podscape" brought to you by LMN Software. In this episode The Turf Teacher discusses having a marketing plan, defining your vision, promotional materials and organizing the sales process. Check out www.turfteacher.com for more information on how you can earn your irrigation, landscape and pesticide credits all online or in person. We also have a Christmas Lighting class coming to a town near you! For more information on LMN Software and to try it out free visit www.golmn.com/free and use referral code 8957743.

Feb 06, 202142:10
Do You Have the Time?

Do You Have the Time?

Coming at you live from America's Podcast Studio, Eric "The Turf Teacher" Jones. The Landscape Contractor and Green Industry Platform for success, this is "The Podscape" brought to you by LMN Software. In this episode The Turf Teacher discusses time management, delegation and the tools necessary to help you run your green industry business. Check out www.turfteacher.com for more information on how you can earn your irrigation, landscape and pesticide credits all online or in person. We also have a Christmas Lighting class coming to a town near you! For more information on LMN Software and to try it out free visit www.golmn.com/free and use referral code 8957743.

Feb 05, 202126:48
CEO or Sole Proprietor

CEO or Sole Proprietor

Coming at you live from America's Podcast Studio, Eric "The Turf Teacher" Jones. The Landscape Contractor and Green Industry Platform for success, this is "The Podscape" brought to you by LMN Software. In this episode The Turf Teacher discusses the differences between LLC's, C Corporations, S Corporations and Sole Proprietorships. Check out www.turfteacher.com for more information on how you can earn your irrigation, landscape and pesticide credits all online or in person. We also have a Christmas Lighting class coming to a town near you! For more information on LMN Software and to try it out free visit www.golmn.com/free and use referral code 8957743.
Feb 04, 202133:04
Do You Have a Plan?

Do You Have a Plan?

Coming at you live from America's Podcast Studio, Eric "The Turf Teacher" Jones. The Landscape Contractor and Green Industry Platform for success, this is "The Podscape" brought to you by LMN Software. In this episode The Turf Teacher discusses the rewards and challenges of being a green industry entrepreneur and why you need to have a business plan. It's having companies within your company. Check out www.turfteacher.com for more information on how you can earn your irrigation, landscape and pesticide credits all online or in person. We also have a Christmas Lighting class coming to a town near you! For more information on LMN Software and to try it out free visit www.golmn.com/free and use referral code 8957743.

Feb 02, 202136:27
The Podscape Introduction

The Podscape Introduction

The debut episode of The Podscape by Eric the Turf Teacher Jones brought to you by LMN Software discusses what the podcast is all about. We bring you life lessons and landscape lectures directly from the podium and from jobsites. So welcome to The Podscape and get ready to be elevated and educated on green industry topics.

Feb 02, 202121:18