Business/Professional Development/Prosperity Partners Seminars
LBM163: NEW - Growing and Developing Your Staff
Your company is successful …Congratulations!
But to grow are you growing and developing your team the way you'd like too? Hiring B+/A Players can be difficult…developing your current team to accept more responsibility with new skills is a “win win” approach for them and your company.
As the Owner/President or Management Person, have you laid out a staff training & development plan to help your team grow into expanded roles at greater compensation plans?
This seminar will help to create a road map for your team to see career progression while equipping you to know how to grow and develop your staff. Professional development of your team needs to be a conscious and proactive set of activities.
LO member price: $160.00
Non-member price: $285.00
Maximum participants: 10
Location: Landscape Ontario, 7856 5th Line S., Milton
Instructor: Andrew Wall, The Sandler Group
Date: Thursday January 30, 2025 9:00 am - 3:30 pm
Your company is successful …Congratulations!
But to grow are you growing and developing your team the way you'd like too? Hiring B+/A Players can be difficult…developing your current team to accept more responsibility with new skills is a “win win” approach for them and your company.
As the Owner/President or Management Person, have you laid out a staff training & development plan to help your team grow into expanded roles at greater compensation plans?
This seminar will help to create a road map for your team to see career progression while equipping you to know how to grow and develop your staff. Professional development of your team needs to be a conscious and proactive set of activities.
LO member price: $160.00
Non-member price: $285.00
Maximum participants: 10
Location: Landscape Ontario, 7856 5th Line S., Milton
Instructor: Andrew Wall, The Sandler Group
Date: Thursday January 30, 2025 9:00 am - 3:30 pm
LBM166: NEW - Enhance Sales through Customer Loyalty and Team Development
Growing your sales through your existing customers is the most effective method to add new revenues to your company. Are you successful at doing this?
As a company, as a sales professional or as an account manager are you consistently increasing sales through your current client base? As a company, or as a landscape designer are you regularly helping your clients to “Expand their Scope” and buy additional materials and services from you?
This seminar will help you to build loyalty with your customers, proactively manage additional work with your customers or simply help your clients to consider buying more.
Developing your own sales skills or investing in your team is perhaps one of the best return on investments for companies. Make yourself and/or your sales team stronger and better at sales to grow your company the effective way!
LO member price: $160.00
Non-member price: $285.00
Maximum participants: 12
Location: Landscape Ontario, 7856 5th Line S., Milton
Instructor: Andrew Wall, The Sandler Group
Date: Thursday February 6, 2025 9:00 am - 3:30 pm
Growing your sales through your existing customers is the most effective method to add new revenues to your company. Are you successful at doing this?
As a company, as a sales professional or as an account manager are you consistently increasing sales through your current client base? As a company, or as a landscape designer are you regularly helping your clients to “Expand their Scope” and buy additional materials and services from you?
This seminar will help you to build loyalty with your customers, proactively manage additional work with your customers or simply help your clients to consider buying more.
Developing your own sales skills or investing in your team is perhaps one of the best return on investments for companies. Make yourself and/or your sales team stronger and better at sales to grow your company the effective way!
LO member price: $160.00
Non-member price: $285.00
Maximum participants: 12
Location: Landscape Ontario, 7856 5th Line S., Milton
Instructor: Andrew Wall, The Sandler Group
Date: Thursday February 6, 2025 9:00 am - 3:30 pm
LBM157: Small Business Finance and Cost Structure
Running a business isn't easy.
Things may be going great, but would you be prepared if the jobs slowed down? Is operating on a zero debt management system achievable? How do you get there? How do you stay afloat when things get tough.
A seminar for young companies the presenter will discuss these questions along with an in depth look into business finances and cost management as they relate to the landscape industry.
Review budgeting methods, cost, debt and cash flow management, lean operating systems principles, etc.
Attendees should bring a laptop to be able to work in a group setting and also be prepared to have constructive discussions about your business finances.
LO member price: $160.00
Non-member price: $285.00
Maximum participants: 10
Location: Landscape Ontario, 7856 5th Line S., Milton
Instructor: Tony Lombardi, Dr. Landscape Inc.
Date: Monday February 10, 2025 9:00 am - 3:30 pm
Running a business isn't easy.
Things may be going great, but would you be prepared if the jobs slowed down? Is operating on a zero debt management system achievable? How do you get there? How do you stay afloat when things get tough.
A seminar for young companies the presenter will discuss these questions along with an in depth look into business finances and cost management as they relate to the landscape industry.
Review budgeting methods, cost, debt and cash flow management, lean operating systems principles, etc.
Attendees should bring a laptop to be able to work in a group setting and also be prepared to have constructive discussions about your business finances.
LO member price: $160.00
Non-member price: $285.00
Maximum participants: 10
Location: Landscape Ontario, 7856 5th Line S., Milton
Instructor: Tony Lombardi, Dr. Landscape Inc.
Date: Monday February 10, 2025 9:00 am - 3:30 pm
LS033: NEW - Safety, Health and The Law
Safety, Health & the Law is a one-day seminar designed to increase awareness and working knowledge of Ontario's Occupational Health and Safety Act and regulations.
Upon completion, participants will be able to:
*Identify why workplace health and safety is important.
*Navigate the different components of theAct and regulations.
*Recognize key definitions and duties of workplace parties.
*Identify how to recognize, assess, control and evaluate workplace hazards and review relevant regulations.
*Identify requirements for notices, reporting injuries & illnesses and keeping records.
Seminar is intended for:
*Managers & supervisors.
*Health and safety coordinators.
*JHSC members (non-certified).
*Anyone responsible for health and safety in the workplace.
Participants will receive one participant guide and one copy of the Carswell Pocket Ontario OH&S Act and Regulations, Consolidated Edition
Note: ISA continuing education units (CEU's) available.
LO member price: $240.00
Non-member price: $275.00
Maximum participants: 10
Location: Landscape Ontario, 7856 5th Line S., Milton
Instructor: Kristin Hoffman, Workplace Safety Prevention Services (WSPS)
Date: Wednesday February 12, 2025 9:00 am - 3:30 pm
Safety, Health & the Law is a one-day seminar designed to increase awareness and working knowledge of Ontario's Occupational Health and Safety Act and regulations.
Upon completion, participants will be able to:
*Identify why workplace health and safety is important.
*Navigate the different components of theAct and regulations.
*Recognize key definitions and duties of workplace parties.
*Identify how to recognize, assess, control and evaluate workplace hazards and review relevant regulations.
*Identify requirements for notices, reporting injuries & illnesses and keeping records.
Seminar is intended for:
*Managers & supervisors.
*Health and safety coordinators.
*JHSC members (non-certified).
*Anyone responsible for health and safety in the workplace.
Participants will receive one participant guide and one copy of the Carswell Pocket Ontario OH&S Act and Regulations, Consolidated Edition
Note: ISA continuing education units (CEU's) available.
LO member price: $240.00
Non-member price: $275.00
Maximum participants: 10
Location: Landscape Ontario, 7856 5th Line S., Milton
Instructor: Kristin Hoffman, Workplace Safety Prevention Services (WSPS)
Date: Wednesday February 12, 2025 9:00 am - 3:30 pm
LBM164: NEW - The Key to Employee Loyalty
A strong culture lies in clear and well understood company values. By capturing the hearts of your employees you will create the long lasting loyalty that can move your company forward.
Learn how to have your team members be willing to break through walls to make your company exceptional!
LO member price: $160.00
Non-member price: $285.00
Maximum participants: 10
Location: Landscape Ontario, 7856 5th Line S., Milton
Instructor: Greg Wildeboer, Whispering Pines Landscaping
Date: Monday February 24, 2025 9:00 am - 3:30 pm
A strong culture lies in clear and well understood company values. By capturing the hearts of your employees you will create the long lasting loyalty that can move your company forward.
Learn how to have your team members be willing to break through walls to make your company exceptional!
LO member price: $160.00
Non-member price: $285.00
Maximum participants: 10
Location: Landscape Ontario, 7856 5th Line S., Milton
Instructor: Greg Wildeboer, Whispering Pines Landscaping
Date: Monday February 24, 2025 9:00 am - 3:30 pm
LBM165: NEW - Establish and Strengthen your Leadership Team for success
Is your company outgrowing you? Do you ever wonder how well-known landscaping companies build a great management team? During this seminar participants will discover how to develop and Align Your Management Team For Success
Topics covered include:
*Hiring, training, and developing superstars
*Developing tools for role clarity
*Clear and timely communication
*Effective meeting strategies
*Creating a culture where management team supports the field staff and each other
*Managers owning their numbers and driving results
*Pay scales and incentive packages
*Budgets, goal setting and 5-year plans Participants should bring along their organization chart and budget to assist with planning and for helpful feedback.
LO member price: $160.00
Non-member price: $285.00
Maximum participants: 10
Location: Landscape Ontario, 7856 5th Line S., Milton
Instructor: Greg Wildeboer, Whispering Pines Landscaping
Date: Monday March 3, 2025 9:00 am - 3:30 pm
Is your company outgrowing you? Do you ever wonder how well-known landscaping companies build a great management team? During this seminar participants will discover how to develop and Align Your Management Team For Success
Topics covered include:
*Hiring, training, and developing superstars
*Developing tools for role clarity
*Clear and timely communication
*Effective meeting strategies
*Creating a culture where management team supports the field staff and each other
*Managers owning their numbers and driving results
*Pay scales and incentive packages
*Budgets, goal setting and 5-year plans Participants should bring along their organization chart and budget to assist with planning and for helpful feedback.
LO member price: $160.00
Non-member price: $285.00
Maximum participants: 10
Location: Landscape Ontario, 7856 5th Line S., Milton
Instructor: Greg Wildeboer, Whispering Pines Landscaping
Date: Monday March 3, 2025 9:00 am - 3:30 pm
LBM147: NEW - Employment Law 101 - What Every Employer Should Know..and Do
Navigating employment law can be daunting. To employers (and even employment lawyers) the law appears to shift daily, whether at the hands of governments or courts and tribunals. Human rights, health and safety, privacy, employment standards, accessibility, and so much more.
This presentation, led by Jeremy Ambraska of Sherrard Kuzz LLP, Employment & Labour Lawyers, highlights key employment law basics every employer should know to minimize risk and maximize opportunity.
Lunch not included
LO member price: $37.00
Non-member price: $66.00
Maximum participants: 10
Location: Landscape Ontario, 7856 5th Line S., Milton
Instructor: Jeremy Ambraska of Sherrard Kuzz LLP, Employment & Labour Lawyers
Date: Tuesday March 4, 2025 9:30 am - 11:00 am
Navigating employment law can be daunting. To employers (and even employment lawyers) the law appears to shift daily, whether at the hands of governments or courts and tribunals. Human rights, health and safety, privacy, employment standards, accessibility, and so much more.
This presentation, led by Jeremy Ambraska of Sherrard Kuzz LLP, Employment & Labour Lawyers, highlights key employment law basics every employer should know to minimize risk and maximize opportunity.
Lunch not included
LO member price: $37.00
Non-member price: $66.00
Maximum participants: 10
Location: Landscape Ontario, 7856 5th Line S., Milton
Instructor: Jeremy Ambraska of Sherrard Kuzz LLP, Employment & Labour Lawyers
Date: Tuesday March 4, 2025 9:30 am - 11:00 am
LS028: Supervisor Responsibilities & Due Diligence
Supervisors play a critical role in workplace health and safety. The seminar is designed to equip supervisors with the necessary knowledge to understand their legal duties, their role as a leader, and the key concept of due diligence.
Topics include:
* Supervisor duties as defined in the Occupational Health and Safety Act (OHSA), and how these duties link with the employer and worker duties.
* Summarize the duties and responsibilities of a supervisor in accordance with the OHSA and how to implement them in the workplace
* Give examples of how supervisors can exercise due diligence in the workplace.
* Create an action plan of steps that demonstrates due diligence in their workplace.
* Analyze case studies in the workplace to determine if due diligence was established.
This program is directed to new and experienced supervisors who want to develop and improve their understanding and leadership in workplace health and safety.
A resource guide will be provided
Consider continuing with seminar Landscape Ontario’s The Effective Supervisor Building Strategies for Success.
Note: ISA continuing education units (CEU's) available.
Lunch not included
LO member price: $149.00
Non-member price: $275.00
Maximum participants: 10
Location: Landscape Ontario, 7856 5th Line S., Milton
Instructor: Kristin Hoffman, Workplace Safety Prevention Services (WSPS)
Date: Wednesday March 5, 2025 9:00 am - 1:00 pm
Supervisors play a critical role in workplace health and safety. The seminar is designed to equip supervisors with the necessary knowledge to understand their legal duties, their role as a leader, and the key concept of due diligence.
Topics include:
* Supervisor duties as defined in the Occupational Health and Safety Act (OHSA), and how these duties link with the employer and worker duties.
* Summarize the duties and responsibilities of a supervisor in accordance with the OHSA and how to implement them in the workplace
* Give examples of how supervisors can exercise due diligence in the workplace.
* Create an action plan of steps that demonstrates due diligence in their workplace.
* Analyze case studies in the workplace to determine if due diligence was established.
This program is directed to new and experienced supervisors who want to develop and improve their understanding and leadership in workplace health and safety.
A resource guide will be provided
Consider continuing with seminar Landscape Ontario’s The Effective Supervisor Building Strategies for Success.
Note: ISA continuing education units (CEU's) available.
Lunch not included
LO member price: $149.00
Non-member price: $275.00
Maximum participants: 10
Location: Landscape Ontario, 7856 5th Line S., Milton
Instructor: Kristin Hoffman, Workplace Safety Prevention Services (WSPS)
Date: Wednesday March 5, 2025 9:00 am - 1:00 pm
LBM162: The Effective Supervisor: Building Strategies for Success
This seminar considers the day-to-day context in which supervisors perform their role and brings to life the concepts associated with "organizing the work and its performance" as referenced in the definition of a competent person. This seminar goes beyond awareness of the legal roles and responsibilities of supervisors and engages participants in identifying real-life challenges and solutions.
By the end of this training participants will be able to:
* Describe the legal duties and responsibilities of a supervisor
* How to orient a new worker
* Demonstrate good coaching skills
* How mental health impacts the workplace and understand supervisor approaches that promote mental health
* Describe the role of the supervisor in ensuring that human rights in the workplace are maintained
* How to manage conflict
* Describe a supervisor's responsibility for dealing with workplace violence and harassment
* What to do if an injury happens
* Describe the supervisor's role in accommodating workers with disabilities
Recommended for:
* Individuals currently in supervisory positions either newly appointed or experienced
* Individuals who would like to become supervisors
* Managers, HR personnel, CEO, Owners
Recommended that participants are familiar with the workplace health and safety law regarding supervisor duties and responsibilities or attended Landscape Ontario's Supervisor Responsibilities and Due Diligence seminar or the Safety, Health and The Law seminar.
Note: ISA continuing education units (CEU's) available.
LO member price: $535.00
Non-member price: $815.00
Maximum participants: 10
Location: Landscape Ontario, 7856 5th Line S., Milton
Instructor: Kristin Hoffman, Workplace Safety Prevention Services (WSPS)
Dates: Tuesday March 11, 2025 9:00 am - 3:30 pm
Wednesday March 12, 2025 9:00 am - 3:30 pm
This seminar considers the day-to-day context in which supervisors perform their role and brings to life the concepts associated with "organizing the work and its performance" as referenced in the definition of a competent person. This seminar goes beyond awareness of the legal roles and responsibilities of supervisors and engages participants in identifying real-life challenges and solutions.
By the end of this training participants will be able to:
* Describe the legal duties and responsibilities of a supervisor
* How to orient a new worker
* Demonstrate good coaching skills
* How mental health impacts the workplace and understand supervisor approaches that promote mental health
* Describe the role of the supervisor in ensuring that human rights in the workplace are maintained
* How to manage conflict
* Describe a supervisor's responsibility for dealing with workplace violence and harassment
* What to do if an injury happens
* Describe the supervisor's role in accommodating workers with disabilities
Recommended for:
* Individuals currently in supervisory positions either newly appointed or experienced
* Individuals who would like to become supervisors
* Managers, HR personnel, CEO, Owners
Recommended that participants are familiar with the workplace health and safety law regarding supervisor duties and responsibilities or attended Landscape Ontario's Supervisor Responsibilities and Due Diligence seminar or the Safety, Health and The Law seminar.
Note: ISA continuing education units (CEU's) available.
LO member price: $535.00
Non-member price: $815.00
Maximum participants: 10
Location: Landscape Ontario, 7856 5th Line S., Milton
Instructor: Kristin Hoffman, Workplace Safety Prevention Services (WSPS)
Dates: Tuesday March 11, 2025 9:00 am - 3:30 pm
Wednesday March 12, 2025 9:00 am - 3:30 pm
LBM136: Profitability Begins Before 7 am -The key to a successful morning roll out
Looking for ways to tighten your company's morning routine? This popular seminar is one you should attend before starting your season. The instructor will offer tips to improve efficiency in your yard and get crews on the road and to the client's properties faster.
Topics covered:
*Organization of storage space + yard space using 5s Principles
*The benefits and design of a job trailer
*Communication, keep it simple and timely
*Job binders and information shares
*Planning in advance of the job starting
*Vendor partnerships
*Technology to help you organize the crews
*Employees rewarded for strong performance (Company Culture)
A seminar for owners, crew leaders, general and operation managers.
Note: ISA continuing education units (CEU's) available.
LO member price: $160.00
Non-member price: $285.00
Maximum participants: 10
Location: Landscape Ontario, 7856 5th Line S., Milton
Instructor: Greg Wildeboer, Whispering Pines Landscaping
Date: Thursday March 13, 2025 9:00 am - 3:30 pm
Seminars main menuLooking for ways to tighten your company's morning routine? This popular seminar is one you should attend before starting your season. The instructor will offer tips to improve efficiency in your yard and get crews on the road and to the client's properties faster.
Topics covered:
*Organization of storage space + yard space using 5s Principles
*The benefits and design of a job trailer
*Communication, keep it simple and timely
*Job binders and information shares
*Planning in advance of the job starting
*Vendor partnerships
*Technology to help you organize the crews
*Employees rewarded for strong performance (Company Culture)
A seminar for owners, crew leaders, general and operation managers.
Note: ISA continuing education units (CEU's) available.
LO member price: $160.00
Non-member price: $285.00
Maximum participants: 10
Location: Landscape Ontario, 7856 5th Line S., Milton
Instructor: Greg Wildeboer, Whispering Pines Landscaping
Date: Thursday March 13, 2025 9:00 am - 3:30 pm