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5 days ago4 min read
The best contract management systems
Many businesses hire contractors to help with their workload – but managing what is sometimes a chaotic process can quickly get messy. In...


5 days ago2 min read
A few changes announced
The Government has announced changes to the Accredited Employer Work Visa (AEWV), which will be rolled out throughout 2025. Immigration...


Jan 1, 20254 min read
Wow clients and dominate your niche
It sounds so easy: go out on your own; provide excellent service; get happy clients, referrals, repeat work, five-star reviews: and build...


Jan 1, 20256 min read
Becoming a better bidder - part 2
Bidding for jobs can be challenging, especially when you’re starting out. As we heard during the Prebble 2024 Young Landscaper of the...


Sep 2, 20243 min read
Don't get screwed by labour costs!
When you're in the landscaping game, a key part of getting your quote right is figuring out your labour costs accurately. It's not just...


Mar 1, 20244 min read
Crafting cancellation policies
For most businesses, reschedules and cancellations are an unfortunate (and sometimes frustrating) part of the job. But plans change and...


Sep 1, 20222 min read
For the record
BuiltIn expert Ben Rickard explains how detailed records of conversations and work done could save you if a job turns sour BuiltIn is...


Sep 1, 20213 min read
Lockdown aids and Landscaping boom
Financial indicators and busy workloads seem to show Kiwis are spending more on home improvements – including landscaping – as a...


Mar 1, 20214 min read
Landscape Views - Issue 6
This is a column by landscapers, for landscapers. In it, you’ll find knowledge, views and insights from professionals just like you, who...


Oct 1, 20203 min read
Landscape Views - Issue 4
This is a column by landscapers, for landscapers. In it, you’ll find knowledge, views and insights from professionals just like you, who...
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