The Grow Landscapers Podcast · Episode 18
Training, support and time: Gareth Wilson
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About this conversation
Gareth Wilson of Independent Expert Witness, as discussed at the time of recording.
Gareth Wilson reflects on a long landscaping career and the practical changes that helped him use his time differently. The discussion ranges from administrative support and written records to checking job costs and managing a realistic diary. His experience offers a useful reminder that taking on more work is not the same as building a more manageable business.
Training is another central theme. Gareth discusses making time to learn how materials and installation methods work, seeking advice from experienced people and sharing knowledge with the team. For landscape owners, the episode encourages a deliberate pause before agreeing to another deadline: check capacity, manage expectations and invest in the support and skills needed to deliver properly.
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- 16:35: Written agreements and communication records as part of managing project risk.
- 16:59: Administrative support, call-handling and freeing owner attention for the right work.
- 24:41: Product-specific training and continued investment in knowledge.
- 28:40: Diary management, client communication and reviewing actual time/materials against job earnings.
- 30:48: Seek experienced support, pause before committing and say no when capacity does not fit.
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