Keeping Stress Levels To A Minimum

I don't know about you, but after the two years the landscaping industry has just had, I'm already feeling stressed about what this year will bring. The phone is already ringing off the hook with enquiries and whilst it's BRILLIANT to be kept busy (and to know that my investment in marketing has paid off) I'm dreading what's going to happen with materials availability and prices. As you probably already know, I run the family landscaping company as well as offering services to other landscapes via My Garden Design

Now, more than ever, it's incredibly important that landscapers like you and me learn to bite the bullet and delegate tasks wherever possible. After 2 years of constant pressure, stress levels are definitely rising and some folks are near to breaking point. It's crucial to look after your mental health. That's what this blog is all about. I hope it's helpful and I'd love to hear what you do to manage your own stress levels.

https://mygardendesign.co.uk/minimising-stress-in-the-landscaping-busy-season

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Comments

Tim Bucknall March 23, 2022 at 8:36am

I hear what you're saying about delegating, but with staff getting harder to recruit and everyone else busy as well, it's not always easy or possible. Sometimes I think you need to have the courage to say to a client or potential client 'I'm sorry, we're fully booked, we can't help you with that at the moment'.
- My Garden Design > Tim Bucknall March 23, 2022 at 9:18am
  
  You're absolutely right there. Finding good staff is so hard at the momment. You are also right about managing client expectiations. I run a diary for work booked in and I tell clients when my next slot is available. I also tell them that this is not a fixed date but they will remain in line for starting.
  
  As for delegating, if you cant find the skilled staff for site how about hiring in a bookkeeper? That takes a huge weight off the shoulders! You can also outsource otherthings you may do like garden design. Freeing up your admin time is a smart way of making life easier for yourself.