How to Get Lawn Mowing Jobs
A well maintained lawn says a lot about the people who live there. A well-groomed lawn also raises property value and gives neighbors an attractive view. If you have the ambition to help people keep an attractive lawn, you'll be working a physically demanding job. There are no educational requirements, but you will need to know how to drum up your own business.
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Instructions
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Prepare your Print Materials
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Have business cards printed. There are online services that will provide the first 250 for free.
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Get magnetic signs for your truck and make sure they are consistent with your business card and any other advertising you are using.
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Advertise your business in the local newspaper. Most have a service section in the classifieds that allows service oriented businesses to advertise free of charge.
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Inquire at local gated communities. Lawn care is usually included in home owners associations. These accounts are valuable because all of your work is localized, and you save in driving time and fuel costs.
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Network with other business professionals by joining the local chamber of commerce. Go to the network meetings and pass out your cards. You will meet many people who don't have the time to take care of their own lawns.
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Tips & Warnings
Keep your customers coming back by providing outstanding customer service.
