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CONFESSIONS OF THE CRAFT

For landscaping contractors, there’s nothing more satisfying than a job well done — especially when it’s finished on time and under budget.Tune in every two weeks as real contractors and golf superintendents with real stories share their Confessions of the Craft, recorded live with SiteOne Landscape Supply during the Equip|HNA and GCSAA shows.This informative series pulls back the curtain for an entertaining and occasionally humorous look into the lives of green industry pros — as they navigate through the challenges and trends they face in an ever-evolving industry. Create a SiteOne.com account today to start growing your business: https://www.siteone.com/online

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    Confessions of the Craft: Episode 62 - On Top of the World Communities

    Host Max McGee catches up with Andy Jorgensen, Director of Community Maintenance Operations at On Top of the World Communities in Ocala, FL at GCSAA. This episode covers everything from record‑cold Florida weather to why face‑to‑face relationships still matter in a tech‑driven industry. Andy shares his perspective on the rise of robotic mowers, how to adapt new technology without losing craftsmanship, and what strong leadership and culture look like during long renovations and tough stretchesCreate a SiteOne.com account today to start growing your business: https://www.siteone.com/onlineYouTube: https://bit.ly/3wGaeJ6 Facebook: https://Facebook.com/SiteOneLandscape/Twitter: https://Twitter.com/SiteOneSupplyInstagram: https://Instagram.com/SiteOneSupply/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/siteone-landscape-supply/

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    Confessions of the Craft: Episode 61 - Rugged Earth Landscaping

    In this episode, we sit down with Sean of Rugged Earth Landscaping and WildLandscape Lighting, a former supply teacher turned owner of an award‑winning, full‑service landscape firm in Muskoka and President of Landscape Ontario’s Muskoka North chapter. Sean shares how his teaching background shaped his communication style, team leadership, and client relationships, and why people‑first leadership and thoughtful design help elevate both projects and the industry. Plus, hear about his 340-foot-long recycling waterfall and rapids system project under a bridge-house.Create a SiteOne.com account today to start growing your business: https://www.siteone.com/onlineYouTube: https://bit.ly/3wGaeJ6 Facebook: https://Facebook.com/SiteOneLandscape/Twitter: https://Twitter.com/SiteOneSupplyInstagram: https://Instagram.com/SiteOneSupply/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/siteone-landscape-supply/

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    Confessions of the Craft: Episode 60 - JB Landscape & Irrigation

    In this episode of Confessions of the Craft, host Matt McNulty chats with James of JB Landscape & Irrigation, a Groveland, FL contractor specializing in irrigation, including temporary irrigation for roadside and new construction projects. From leveraging battery and solar‑powered systems, to a detail‑driven work philosophy, to keeping crews motivated in Florida heat, James shares how niche expertise and strong manufacturer support drive success. Create a SiteOne.com account today to start growing your business: https://www.siteone.com/onlineYouTube: https://bit.ly/3wGaeJ6 Facebook: https://Facebook.com/SiteOneLandscape/Twitter: https://Twitter.com/SiteOneSupplyInstagram: https://Instagram.com/SiteOneSupply/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/siteone-landscape-supply/

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    Confessions of the Craft: Episode 59 - Victory Green

    In this episode of Confessions of the Craft, Tony Groves of Michigan shares how he’s built a niche business creating custom food plots for white‑tailed deer. Blending his passion for hunting with habitat management expertise, Tony discusses nutrition, equipment investments, mentorship, and the challenges of understanding deer behavior.Create a SiteOne.com account today to start growing your business: https://www.siteone.com/onlineYouTube: https://bit.ly/3wGaeJ6 Facebook: https://Facebook.com/SiteOneLandscape/Twitter: https://Twitter.com/SiteOneSupplyInstagram: https://Instagram.com/SiteOneSupply/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/siteone-landscape-supply/

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    Confessions of the Craft: Episode 58 - Felix Diversified Services

    From hand-dug irrigation ditches to leading a commercial installation business, Jeremiah Felix’s story is built on grit and adaptability. In this episode, the 20-year industry veteran shares how necessity pushed him to start his own company, why training from the ground up matters, and how family has become part of the business.Create a SiteOne.com account today to start growing your business: https://www.siteone.com/onlineYouTube: https://bit.ly/3wGaeJ6 Facebook: https://Facebook.com/SiteOneLandscape/Twitter: https://Twitter.com/SiteOneSupplyInstagram: https://Instagram.com/SiteOneSupply/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/siteone-landscape-supply/

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    Confessions of the Craft: Episode 57 - Corrin Clark

    At the 2025 Golf Industry Show in San Diego, Max McGee from SiteOne Landscape Supply sat down with Corrin Clark to talk about life behind the scenes of the golf course superintendent role.Corrin shares what it’s really like balancing family life, careers, and the demands of the job, while shedding light on common misconceptions about what superintendents do every day.Create a SiteOne.com account today to start growing your business: https://www.siteone.com/onlineYouTube: https://bit.ly/3wGaeJ6 Facebook: https://Facebook.com/SiteOneLandscape/Twitter: https://Twitter.com/SiteOneSupplyInstagram: https://Instagram.com/SiteOneSupply/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/siteone-landscape-supply/

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    Confessions of the Craft: Episode 56 - Shade Tree Farm Inc.

    In this episode of Confessions of the Craft, Shawn Brawn from Shade Tree Farm shares how his family’s three generation 350‑acre Central Florida tree farm has transformed through smarter growing practices, strategic pricing, and a commitment to planting even during the toughest years. He talks with host  Matt McNulty about surviving the 2008–2015 downturn, choosing tree varieties that grow faster, and using inventory age to guide pricing. Sean also encourages growers to lean into digital marketing with simple, consistent videos that help build customer trust.Create a SiteOne.com account today to start growing your business: https://www.siteone.com/onlineYouTube: https://bit.ly/3wGaeJ6 Facebook: https://Facebook.com/SiteOneLandscape/Twitter: https://Twitter.com/SiteOneSupplyInstagram: https://Instagram.com/SiteOneSupply/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/siteone-landscape-supply/

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    Confessions of the Craft: Episode 55 - Mid America Landscape

    Host Shawn Sandink sat down with Logan Marks, owner of Mid America Landscape, who went from mowing lawns at 16 to running a full‑service landscaping company in Cincinnati. In this episode, he shares his biggest challenges, lessons learned from a mower sliding off a hill into a neighbor's yard, and how a Make‑A‑Wish project became one of his proudest moments.Create a SiteOne.com account today to start growing your business: https://www.siteone.com/onlineYouTube: https://bit.ly/3wGaeJ6 Facebook: https://Facebook.com/SiteOneLandscape/Twitter: https://Twitter.com/SiteOneSupplyInstagram: https://Instagram.com/SiteOneSupply/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/siteone-landscape-supply/

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    Confessions of the Craft: Episode 54 - Treetops Resort

    Micah Wise sits down with Tim Matty from Treetops Resort in Michigan at GCSAA. Tim shares how strategic tree removal at Treetops has uncovered original architectural features, improved turf health, and elevated the guest experience. He also discusses mentorship, team culture, and how autonomous mowing and battery-powered equipment are shaping the modern maintenance operation.Create a SiteOne.com account today to start growing your business: https://www.siteone.com/onlineYouTube: https://bit.ly/3wGaeJ6 Facebook: https://Facebook.com/SiteOneLandscape/Twitter: https://Twitter.com/SiteOneSupplyInstagram: https://Instagram.com/SiteOneSupply/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/siteone-landscape-supply/

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    Confessions of the Craft: Episode 53 - Precision Lawncare and Landscaping

    In this episode, we talk with Matthew Johannes of Precision Lawn Care and Landscaping about how he and his brother collaborate on and manage a growing business in Quincy, Illinois. He shares what drives his passion for construction, the importance of ongoing training, and how a jobsite mishap became a valuable learning moment.Create a SiteOne.com account today to start growing your business: https://www.siteone.com/onlineYouTube: https://bit.ly/3wGaeJ6 Facebook: https://Facebook.com/SiteOneLandscape/Twitter: https://Twitter.com/SiteOneSupplyInstagram: https://Instagram.com/SiteOneSupply/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/siteone-landscape-supply/

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    Confessions of the Craft: Episode 52 - Kevin Battistoni from Hunter Industries

    In this episode, Confessions of the Craft host Shawn Sandink speaks with Kevin Battistoni from Hunter Industries on how he started in the industry and eventually became a well-known spokesperson, the importance and power of learning and growing, irrigation industry insights, and more. Create a SiteOne.com account today to start growing your business: https://www.siteone.com/onlineYouTube: https://bit.ly/3wGaeJ6 Facebook: https://Facebook.com/SiteOneLandscape/Twitter: https://Twitter.com/SiteOneSupplyInstagram: https://Instagram.com/SiteOneSupply/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/siteone-landscape-supply/

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    Confessions of the Craft: Episode 51 - Sarita Landscapes by Sara Bendrick

    Host Shawn Sandink chats with Sara Bendrick of Sarita Landscapes. She turned an education in landscape architecture into a career in contracting and media, then pivoted into owning her own business after spotting different opportunities. Hear her experience as a well-known woman in the green industry, her biggest lessons and her worst ‘do-over’ moment on our latest episode.Create a SiteOne.com account today to start growing your business: https://www.siteone.com/onlineYouTube: https://bit.ly/3wGaeJ6 Facebook: https://Facebook.com/SiteOneLandscape/Twitter: https://Twitter.com/SiteOneSupplyInstagram: https://Instagram.com/SiteOneSupply/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/siteone-landscape-supply/

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    Confessions of the Craft: Episode 50 - Elmcrest Country Club

    SiteOne associate Micah Wise chats with Nick Kray, superintendent at Elmcrest Country Club, about his career journey, tackling labor and weather challenges, embracing new technology, and mentoring his team. Nick also shares recent course upgrades and clears up common misconceptions about the superintendent role and the dedication behind great golf course management.Create a SiteOne.com account today to start growing your business: https://www.siteone.com/onlineYouTube: https://bit.ly/3wGaeJ6 Facebook: https://Facebook.com/SiteOneLandscape/Twitter: https://Twitter.com/SiteOneSupplyInstagram: https://Instagram.com/SiteOneSupply/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/siteone-landscape-supply/

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    Confessions of the Craft: Episode 49 - Seeds of Change

    In this episode of Confessions of the Craft, we interview a company with a powerful dual mission: providing employment opportunities for those in recovery and re-entry, while driving growth through word-of-mouth. Plus, learn about their inspiring housing project that helps kids aging out of foster care secure vouchers to secure their first apartment. Listen in to hear the details of their mission.Create a SiteOne.com account today to start growing your business: https://www.siteone.com/onlineYouTube: https://bit.ly/3wGaeJ6 Facebook: https://Facebook.com/SiteOneLandscape/Twitter: https://Twitter.com/SiteOneSupplyInstagram: https://Instagram.com/SiteOneSupply/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/siteone-landscape-supply/

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    Confessions of the Craft: Episode 48 - Shady Landscaping and Griswold Illumination

    In this episode of Confessions of the Craft, we sit down with Joe, the owner of Shady Landscaping and Griswold Illumination in Nashville. Joe shares his journey from high school landscaping gigs to running two thriving businesses. Discover why focusing on your core strengths, managing time wisely, and building strong industry relationships are key to success. Plus, learn how Griswold Illumination is lighting up the holidays with design, installation, and storage services.Create a SiteOne.com account today to start growing your business: https://www.siteone.com/onlineYouTube: https://bit.ly/3wGaeJ6 Facebook: https://Facebook.com/SiteOneLandscape/Twitter: https://Twitter.com/SiteOneSupplyInstagram: https://Instagram.com/SiteOneSupply/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/siteone-landscape-supply/

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    Confessions of the Craft: Episode 47 - Kensington Golf and Country Club

    Join Max McGee from SiteOne and Landon Clark, superintendent at Kensington Golf & Country Club, as they discuss turf management, labor challenges, and tech tools like moisture meters at the 2025 Golf Industry Show. Learn how Lanny tackles renovations, green speed expectations and environmental stewardship in this episode of Confessions of the Craft.Create a SiteOne.com account today to start growing your business: https://www.siteone.com/onlineYouTube: https://bit.ly/3wGaeJ6 Facebook: https://Facebook.com/SiteOneLandscape/Twitter: https://Twitter.com/SiteOneSupplyInstagram: https://Instagram.com/SiteOneSupply/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/siteone-landscape-supply/

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    Confessions of the Craft: Episode 46 - B. Hernandez Landscape

    In this episode of Confessions of the Craft, host Shawn Sandink sits down with David Hernandez of B. Hernandez Landscape. Hear how David honors his family legacy while navigating the transition to hardscaping, overcoming business challenges, and setting ambitious goals for the future.Create a SiteOne.com account today to start growing your business: https://www.siteone.com/onlineYouTube: https://bit.ly/3wGaeJ6 Facebook: https://Facebook.com/SiteOneLandscape/Twitter: https://Twitter.com/SiteOneSupplyInstagram: https://Instagram.com/SiteOneSupply/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/siteone-landscape-supply/

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    Confessions of the Craft: Episode 45 - Four Boots Landscape and Construction

    Fiona, founder of Four Boots Landscape and Construction, shares how she left a 25-year corporate career to build a thriving landscaping business. From home renovations to landscape design, Fiona’s story showcases her adaptability and passion. Tune in for insights on entrepreneurship and empowering other women in the trades: https://siteone.buzzsprout.com/Create a SiteOne.com account today to start growing your business: https://www.siteone.com/onlineYouTube: https://bit.ly/3wGaeJ6 Facebook: https://Facebook.com/SiteOneLandscape/Twitter: https://Twitter.com/SiteOneSupplyInstagram: https://Instagram.com/SiteOneSupply/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/siteone-landscape-supply/

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    Confessions of the Craft: Episode 44 - Everglades Equipment Group

    In this episode, we sit down with Jordan, site lead at Everglades Equipment Group’s Naples branch, recorded live at the 2025 FNGLA conference. From mechanic to manager, Jordan shares his 11-year journey with Everglades, a John Deere dealer with deep Florida roots. Hear how his team delivers “white glove service” to every customer, the creative ways they market a hard-to-find location, and how mentorship and personal development shape their culture.Create a SiteOne.com account today to start growing your business: https://www.siteone.com/onlineYouTube: https://bit.ly/3wGaeJ6 Facebook: https://Facebook.com/SiteOneLandscape/Twitter: https://Twitter.com/SiteOneSupplyInstagram: https://Instagram.com/SiteOneSupply/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/siteone-landscape-supply/

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    Confessions of the Craft: Episode 43 - Nancy Lopez Legacy Golf and Country Club

    SiteOne host Max McGee chats with Adam Stewart, superintendent at Nancy Lopez Legacy Golf and Country Club, about the real work behind pristine greens. From Florida turf challenges to autonomous mowers and rising golfer expectations, this episode dives into the future of golf course management.Create a SiteOne.com account today to start growing your business: https://www.siteone.com/onlineYouTube: https://bit.ly/3wGaeJ6 Facebook: https://Facebook.com/SiteOneLandscape/Twitter: https://Twitter.com/SiteOneSupplyInstagram: https://Instagram.com/SiteOneSupply/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/siteone-landscape-supply/

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    Confessions of the Craft: Episode 42 - Musil's Landscaping

    Rob Musil, GM of Musil’s Landscaping, shares with host Shawn Sandink how his family turned a side hustle into a thriving business. From tornado recovery to tech challenges, hear his honest take on running a multi-generational company, finding good help, and why landscaping is a career worth considering.Create a SiteOne.com account today to start growing your business: https://www.siteone.com/onlineYouTube: https://bit.ly/3wGaeJ6 Facebook: https://Facebook.com/SiteOneLandscape/Twitter: https://Twitter.com/SiteOneSupplyInstagram: https://Instagram.com/SiteOneSupply/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/siteone-landscape-supply/

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    Confessions of the Craft: Episode 41 - Automated Outdoor Solutions (AOS) & Langton Group Landscaping

    In this episode, SiteOne's Shawn Sandink sits down with Joe Langton, founder of Automated Outdoor Solutions (AOS) and owner of Langton Group Landscaping, to explore how automation is transforming the green industry. From his early days in snow removal to leading the charge in robotic mowing, Joe shares his journey, insights, and predictions for the future of landscaping.Create a SiteOne.com account today to start growing your business: https://www.siteone.com/onlineYouTube: https://bit.ly/3wGaeJ6 Facebook: https://Facebook.com/SiteOneLandscape/Twitter: https://Twitter.com/SiteOneSupplyInstagram: https://Instagram.com/SiteOneSupply/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/siteone-landscape-supply/

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    Confessions of the Craft: Episode 40 - Belvedere Golf Club

    In this episode of Confessions of the Craft, listen to host Micah Wise speak with Jordan Caplan, superintendent at Belvedere Golf Club in Charlevoix, MI, about starting in the industry during college and pursuing a degree, misconceptions of environmental impacts of golf courses, different skills needed to succeed in the industry, a new short game facility at his course, impacts of moisture meters, and more. Create a SiteOne.com account today to start growing your business: https://www.siteone.com/onlineYouTube: https://bit.ly/3wGaeJ6 Facebook: https://Facebook.com/SiteOneLandscape/Twitter: https://Twitter.com/SiteOneSupplyInstagram: https://Instagram.com/SiteOneSupply/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/siteone-landscape-supply/

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    Confessions of the Craft: Episode 39 - Nate Riley

    Host Shawn Sandink speaks with Nate Riley from Wilmington, Delaware, about his early start in the green industry and how business continues to evolve and grow, challenges and successes, how technology has helped efficiency, and more in this episode of Confessions of the Craft. Create a SiteOne.com account today to start growing your business: https://www.siteone.com/onlineYouTube: https://bit.ly/3wGaeJ6 Facebook: https://Facebook.com/SiteOneLandscape/Twitter: https://Twitter.com/SiteOneSupplyInstagram: https://Instagram.com/SiteOneSupply/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/siteone-landscape-supply/

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    Confessions of the Craft: Episode 38 - SiteOne Landscape Supply, Category Team

    Listen in to Shawn Sandink and James Johnson from SiteOne discuss James' career journey, automation and electrification in the green industry, change management, and more in this episode of Confessions of the Craft. Create a SiteOne.com account today to start growing your business: https://www.siteone.com/onlineYouTube: https://bit.ly/3wGaeJ6 Facebook: https://Facebook.com/SiteOneLandscape/Twitter: https://Twitter.com/SiteOneSupplyInstagram: https://Instagram.com/SiteOneSupply/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/siteone-landscape-supply/

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    Confessions of the Craft: Episode 37 - High Point Golf Club

    In this episode of Confessions of the Craft, listen to host Max McGee speak with Dan Lucas, Director of Agronomy at High Point Golf Club, about starting as a player and getting into the industry, being a part of course construction and revamping older courses, inventory challenges, meeting customer expectations, how the industry has changed over the years, and more. Create a SiteOne.com account today to start growing your business: https://www.siteone.com/onlineYouTube: https://bit.ly/3wGaeJ6 Facebook: https://Facebook.com/SiteOneLandscape/Twitter: https://Twitter.com/SiteOneSupplyInstagram: https://Instagram.com/SiteOneSupply/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/siteone-landscape-supply/

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    Confessions of the Craft: Episode 36 - Weed Man

    Host Shawn Sandink speaks with Chris Lemcke, National Technical Director at Weed Man, about his early start in stone masonry, getting into the family business, franchising a company and setting regulations, navigating market volatility, EOPS and proactive planning, the importance of building a strong team and culture, and more in this episode of Confessions of the Craft.Create a SiteOne.com account today to start growing your business: https://www.siteone.com/onlineYouTube: https://bit.ly/3wGaeJ6 Facebook: https://Facebook.com/SiteOneLandscape/Twitter: https://Twitter.com/SiteOneSupplyInstagram: https://Instagram.com/SiteOneSupply/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/siteone-landscape-supply/

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    Confessions of the Craft: Episode 35 - Project Evergreen

    Listen in to Shawn Sandink from SiteOne and Cindy Code from Project Evergreen discuss the journalism side of the green industry, transitioning to a non-profit, Project Evergreen's mission and community involvement, how to volunteer with Project Evergreen, and more in this episode of Confessions of the Craft. Create a SiteOne.com account today to start growing your business: https://www.siteone.com/onlineYouTube: https://bit.ly/3wGaeJ6 Facebook: https://Facebook.com/SiteOneLandscape/Twitter: https://Twitter.com/SiteOneSupplyInstagram: https://Instagram.com/SiteOneSupply/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/siteone-landscape-supply/

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    Confessions of the Craft: Episode 34 - Ocean Forest Golf Club

    In this episode of Confessions of the Craft, listen to host Max McGee speak with Lucas Walters, superintendent at Ocean Forest Golf Club in Sea Island, GA, about growing up playing golf and getting into the industry early, the unpredictability of nature and the efficiencies of a weather station, misconceptions about the industry and sustainability, growing customer expectations, and more. Subscribe to Confessions of the Craft to get notified when new episodes drop.Create a SiteOne.com account today to start growing your business: https://www.siteone.com/onlineYouTube: https://bit.ly/3wGaeJ6 Facebook: https://Facebook.com/SiteOneLandscape/Twitter: https://Twitter.com/SiteOneSupplyInstagram: https://Instagram.com/SiteOneSupply/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/siteone-landscape-supply/

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    Confessions of the Craft: Episode 33 - Knoxville Landscaping

    Listen in to Shawn Sandink from SiteOne and Daryl Prentice from Knoxville Landscaping discuss business goals and past regrets, how his business has evolved over time, customer service challenges and successes, CRM, his wife's support and more in this episode of Confessions of the Craft. Create a SiteOne.com account today to start growing your business: https://www.siteone.com/onlineYouTube: https://bit.ly/3wGaeJ6 Facebook: https://Facebook.com/SiteOneLandscape/Twitter: https://Twitter.com/SiteOneSupplyInstagram: https://Instagram.com/SiteOneSupply/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/siteone-landscape-supply/

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    Confessions of the Craft: Episode 32 - Des Moines Golf & Country Club

    In this episode of Confessions of the Craft, listen to host Max McGee speak with JT Hauser, superintendent at Des Moines Golf & Country Club, about transitioning from political science to turfgrass management, weather impacts on the job, robotics in the industry, customer expectations, and more. Subscribe to Confessions of the Craft to get notified when new episodes drop: https://siteone.buzzsprout.com Create a SiteOne.com account today to start growing your business: https://www.siteone.com/onlineYouTube: https://bit.ly/3wGaeJ6 Facebook: https://Facebook.com/SiteOneLandscape/Twitter: https://Twitter.com/SiteOneSupplyInstagram: https://Instagram.com/SiteOneSupply/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/siteone-landscape-supply/

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    Confessions of the Craft: Episode 31 - Frederica Golf Club

    We're kicking off a new season of Confessions of the Craft! Host Max McGee from SiteOne and Asa High, superintendent of the Frederica Golf Club in St. Simons Island, GA talk about the unique challenges of managing turfgrass at a course in the south, managing expectations for green speeds, misconceptions of the job, the future of the golf industry, and more in this episode. Subscribe to Confessions of the Craft to get notified when new episodes drop: https://siteone.buzzsprout.com About SiteOne: SiteOne® Landscape Supply is the largest and only national wholesale distributor of landscaping wholesale goods for green industry professionals in the United States and Canada. Create a SiteOne.com account today to start growing your business: https://www.siteone.com/onlineYouTube: https://bit.ly/3wGaeJ6 Facebook: https://Facebook.com/SiteOneLandscape/Twitter: https://Twitter.com/SiteOneSupplyInstagram: https://Instagram.com/SiteOneSupply/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/siteone-landscape-supply/

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    Confessions of the Craft: Episode 30 - Forest Glen Golf and Country Club

    Host Max McGee speaks with Tom Caliguire from Forest Glen Golf and Country Club in Naples, FL discuss his 30 year career and how he got into the industry, challenges with staffing, duel tee times and crossovers, prioritizing jobs on the course, misconceptions about being a super, how to grow in the industry, and more in this episode of Confessions of the Craft. Create a SiteOne.com account today to start growing your business: https://www.siteone.com/onlineYouTube: https://bit.ly/3wGaeJ6 Facebook: https://Facebook.com/SiteOneLandscape/Twitter: https://Twitter.com/SiteOneSupplyInstagram: https://Instagram.com/SiteOneSupply/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/siteone-landscape-supply/

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    Confessions of the Craft: Episode 29 - Complete Lawn Care Inc.

    Listen in to Shawn Sandink from SiteOne and Mark Becker from Complete Lawn Care Inc. discuss full service lawn maintenance, residential vs. commercial services, transitioning into a business owner and challenges in partnerships and mergers, H2B visas and seasonal workforces, battery vs. electric equipment, and more in this episode of Confessions of the Craft. Create a SiteOne.com account today to start growing your business: https://www.siteone.com/onlineYouTube: https://bit.ly/3wGaeJ6 Facebook: https://Facebook.com/SiteOneLandscape/Twitter: https://Twitter.com/SiteOneSupplyInstagram: https://Instagram.com/SiteOneSupply/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/siteone-landscape-supply/

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    Confessions of the Craft: Episode 28-Bailey's Hardscaping and Landscaping

    Listen in to Shawn Sandink from SiteOne and Hunter Bailey from Bailey's Hardscaping and Landscaping in Maryville, Tennessee discuss hardscape installation, selling a lawncare business, using the SiteOne mobile app, navigating the residential to commercial transition, adding pool and water feature installation services, marketing, and more in this episode of Confessions of the Craft.Create a SiteOne.com account today to start growing your business: https://www.siteone.com/onlineYouTube: https://bit.ly/3wGaeJ6 Facebook: https://Facebook.com/SiteOneLandscape/Twitter: https://Twitter.com/SiteOneSupplyInstagram: https://Instagram.com/SiteOneSupply/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/siteone-landscape-supply/

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    Confessions of the Craft: Episode 27-The Davey Tree Expert Company

    Listen to host Shawn Sandink talk with Audrey Benz from The Davey Tree Expert Company about being a woman in the green industry, pesticide compliance, environmental health and safety, scientific communication, sustainability reporting and more. Create a SiteOne.com account today to start growing your business: https://www.siteone.com/onlineYouTube: https://bit.ly/3wGaeJ6 Facebook: https://Facebook.com/SiteOneLandscape/Twitter: https://Twitter.com/SiteOneSupplyInstagram: https://Instagram.com/SiteOneSupply/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/siteone-landscape-supply/

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    Confessions of the Craft: Episode 26 – Matt Blankenship

    Host Shawn Sandink talks with Tennessee-based landscape company owner Matt Blankenship about winning the Equip|HNA raffle grand prize and covers topics like service expansion, getting a spraying license, the importance of customer referrals, and more in this episode of Confessions of the Craft. Create a SiteOne.com account today to start growing your business: https://www.siteone.com/onlineYouTube: https://bit.ly/3wGaeJ6 Facebook: https://Facebook.com/SiteOneLandscape/Twitter: https://Twitter.com/SiteOneSupplyInstagram: https://Instagram.com/SiteOneSupply/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/siteone-landscape-supply/

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    Confessions of the Craft: Episode 25 - Brett Loehr, Brothers Lawn Maintenance

    Host Shawn Sandink and Brett from Brothers Lawn Maintenance cover many topics, such as full service lawn maintenance, working with family and friends, utilizing subcontractors, social media and SEO marketing, distributor and dealer support, holiday lighting, and more in this episode of Confessions of the Craft. Create a SiteOne.com account today to start growing your business: https://www.siteone.com/onlineYouTube: https://bit.ly/3wGaeJ6 Facebook: https://Facebook.com/SiteOneLandscape/Twitter: https://Twitter.com/SiteOneSupplyInstagram: https://Instagram.com/SiteOneSupply/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/siteone-landscape-supply/

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    Confessions of the Craft: Episode 24 - Fox River Landscapes

    Listen in to Shawn Sandink from SiteOne and Delaney and Sam Fisher, a husband and wife business team from Fox River Landscapes in Oshkosh, Wisconsin discuss roadway maintenance, nursery installations, family owned business, labor challenges, customer expectations and satisfaction, women in the green industry, finding efficiencies with automation, and more in this episode of Confessions of the Craft. Create a SiteOne.com account today to start growing your business: https://www.siteone.com/onlineYouTube: https://bit.ly/3wGaeJ6 Facebook: https://Facebook.com/SiteOneLandscape/Twitter: https://Twitter.com/SiteOneSupplyInstagram: https://Instagram.com/SiteOneSupply/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/siteone-landscape-supply/

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    Confessions of the Craft: Episode 23- Kalamazoo Country Club

    Listen in to Max McGee from SiteOne and John Fulling from Kalamazoo Country Club in Michigan discuss John's long-standing partnership with SiteOne, changing industries from music to the golf, labor challenges, importance of agronomic product knowledge,  technology in the industry, creating a postcard experience every round, and more in this episode. Create a SiteOne.com account today to start growing your business: https://www.siteone.com/onlineYouTube: https://bit.ly/3wGaeJ6 Facebook: https://Facebook.com/SiteOneLandscape/Twitter: https://Twitter.com/SiteOneSupplyInstagram: https://Instagram.com/SiteOneSupply/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/siteone-landscape-supply/

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    Confessions of the Craft: Episode 22 - Holladay Lawn and Landscaping

    Listen in to Shawn Sandink from SiteOne and Brittani Holladay from Holladay Lawn and Landscaping in Gravois Mills, Missouri discuss lawn maintenance and mowing, pool construction, employee guidelines, RV park landscaping, paver patio constructions, fireplace construction, word of mouth referrals, advice for women in the green industry, business development growth, and even a story about a mower falling into lake in this episode of Confessions of the Craft. Create a SiteOne.com account today to start growing your business: https://www.siteone.com/onlineYouTube: https://bit.ly/3wGaeJ6 Facebook: https://Facebook.com/SiteOneLandscape/Twitter: https://Twitter.com/SiteOneSupplyInstagram: https://Instagram.com/SiteOneSupply/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/siteone-landscape-supply/

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    Confessions of the Craft: Episode 21 - Yellow Dog Lawn Care and Holiday Lighting Services

    Host Shawn Sandink and Perry Philips from Yellow Dog Lawn Care and Holiday Lighting Services chat about learning how to market lawncare services and navigating different marketing channels like social media and Craigslist, outsourcing and costing, using technology to become more accurate and efficient, and even a story about mowing the wrong lawn in this episode. Create a SiteOne.com account today to start growing your business: https://www.siteone.com/onlineYouTube: https://bit.ly/3wGaeJ6 Facebook: https://Facebook.com/SiteOneLandscape/Twitter: https://Twitter.com/SiteOneSupplyInstagram: https://Instagram.com/SiteOneSupply/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/siteone-landscape-supply/

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    Confessions of the Craft: Episode 20 - Brookside Landscape and Design

    Host Shawn Sandink and Nate Shirley from Brookside Landscape and Design chat about outdoor living spaces and water features, the differences in design based on location, labor shortages and retaining employees, pond installations and cleaning, irrigation maintenance, homeowner referrals, and more in this episode. Create a SiteOne.com account today to start growing your business: https://www.siteone.com/onlineYouTube: https://bit.ly/3wGaeJ6 Facebook: https://Facebook.com/SiteOneLandscape/Twitter: https://Twitter.com/SiteOneSupplyInstagram: https://Instagram.com/SiteOneSupply/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/siteone-landscape-supply/

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    Confessions of the Craft: Episode 19 - Alpha Outdoor Services

    Host Shawn Sandink and Thomas from Alpha Outdoor Services discuss ways to deliver the best possible service, sod installation and maintenance, company growth, green industry education, and consultative selling in this episode of Confessions of the Craft.Create a SiteOne.com account today to start growing your business: https://www.siteone.com/onlineYouTube: https://bit.ly/3wGaeJ6 Facebook: https://Facebook.com/SiteOneLandscape/Twitter: https://Twitter.com/SiteOneSupplyInstagram: https://Instagram.com/SiteOneSupply/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/siteone-landscape-supply/

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    Confessions of the Craft: Episode 18 - Lawn People Property Services

    In our latest episode of Confessions of the Craft, tune in to hear Shawn from SiteOne and Derek Bennett from Lawn People Property Services chat about weather challenges including the importance of moisture management, control products for weeds and pests, benefits of gas powered equipment, mowing maintenance, municipal regulations for mowers, and more. Create a SiteOne.com account today to start growing your business: https://www.siteone.com/onlineYouTube: https://bit.ly/3wGaeJ6 Facebook: https://Facebook.com/SiteOneLandscape/Twitter: https://Twitter.com/SiteOneSupplyInstagram: https://Instagram.com/SiteOneSupply/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/siteone-landscape-supply/

  46. 16

    Confessions of the Craft: Episode 17 - Brown Landscape Management

    Host Shawn Sandink and Michael Payne from Brown Landscape Management discuss full-service lawn care and pest management, serving multiple states, incorporating autonomous mowers, efficiency of SiteOne, scheduling different services throughout the year (such as irrigation winterization and aeration), and more in this episode of Confessions of the Craft.Create a SiteOne.com account today to start growing your business: https://www.siteone.com/onlineYouTube: https://bit.ly/3wGaeJ6 Facebook: https://Facebook.com/SiteOneLandscape/Twitter: https://Twitter.com/SiteOneSupplyInstagram: https://Instagram.com/SiteOneSupply/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/siteone-landscape-supply/

  47. 15

    Confessions of the Craft: Episode 16 - Knollwood Country Club

    Listen in to Max McGee from SiteOne and Jon Oppenheim from Knollwood Country Club in Granger, Indiana, discuss the unique circumstance of having a course between state borders, the love of the game and building relationships, multi-course facilities, private golf course management, distributor partnership, repairing golf course vandalism, and more in this episode of Confessions of the Craft.Create a SiteOne.com account today to start growing your business: https://www.siteone.com/onlineYouTube: https://bit.ly/3wGaeJ6 Facebook: https://Facebook.com/SiteOneLandscape/Twitter: https://Twitter.com/SiteOneSupplyInstagram: https://Instagram.com/SiteOneSupply/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/siteone-landscape-supply/

  48. 14

    Confessions of the Craft: Episode 15 - Naples National Golf Club

    Jim Colo from Naples National Golf Club and Max McGee from SiteOne chat about how to get started in the golf industry, moving up the ladder, the day to day challenges of running a course, finding qualified crew members, renovations, technology versus skills, hurricane damage, and more in this episode of Confessions of the Craft.Create a SiteOne.com account today to start growing your business: https://www.siteone.com/onlineYouTube: https://bit.ly/3wGaeJ6 Facebook: https://Facebook.com/SiteOneLandscape/Twitter: https://Twitter.com/SiteOneSupplyInstagram: https://Instagram.com/SiteOneSupply/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/siteone-landscape-supply/

  49. 13

    Confessions of the Craft: Episode 14 - Fine Touch Services

    Host Matt Blashaw and Grant Stanley from Fine Touch Services chat about project management, managing subcontractors, branching into different lines of business, liability insurance, getting educational support from suppliers like SiteOne, change orders, and more in this episode.Create a SiteOne.com account today to start growing your business: https://www.siteone.com/onlineYouTube: https://bit.ly/3wGaeJ6 Facebook: https://Facebook.com/SiteOneLandscape/Twitter: https://Twitter.com/SiteOneSupplyInstagram: https://Instagram.com/SiteOneSupply/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/siteone-landscape-supply/

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    Confessions of the Craft: Episode 13- Marco Island Marriott Golf Club

    Todd Evans from the Marco Island Marriott Golf Club chats with Confessions of the Craft host Max McGee about getting into the golf industry, mentorship within the industry, the differences between club and resort course play, partnering with SiteOne, and the unique challenges Florida courses face with no dormancy in this episode. Listen in for more details. Create a SiteOne.com account today to start growing your business: https://www.siteone.com/onlineYouTube: https://bit.ly/3wGaeJ6 Facebook: https://Facebook.com/SiteOneLandscape/Twitter: https://Twitter.com/SiteOneSupplyInstagram: https://Instagram.com/SiteOneSupply/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/siteone-landscape-supply/

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For landscaping contractors, there’s nothing more satisfying than a job well done — especially when it’s finished on time and under budget.Tune in every two weeks as real contractors and golf superintendents with real stories share their Confessions of the Craft, recorded live with SiteOne Landscape Supply during the Equip|HNA and GCSAA shows.This informative series pulls back the curtain for an entertaining and occasionally humorous look into the lives of green industry pros — as they navigate through the challenges and trends they face in an ever-evolving industry. Create a SiteOne.com account today to start growing your business: https://www.siteone.com/online

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