Month: November 2015

Weed Man’s Million Dollar Franchise Recipe

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Recently, Small Business Opportunities magazine named Weed Man a million dollar franchise recipe. And with our franchisees growing their businesses an average of 20% annually, we can’t say we blame them! Many Weed Man owners have reached $1 million in annual sales, and many have even surpassed that goal. We are proud of our amazing franchisees and all that they have done for their businesses and the company as a whole.

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If you have ever considered franchising, we would be happy to hear from you! Why lawn care, and why Weed Man? We’re glad you asked!

Lawn care is part of the rapidly growing green industry. A greater percentage of homeowners are hiring professional lawn and landscape companies after recognizing the compelling value of our services, compared to the retail cost of good and taking the DIY route.

The vast majority of Weed Man customers automatically renew their services each year, which ultimately brings in recurring revenues and allows the company to focus marketing efforts on net growth rather than repeat sales. Despite the vulnerability of the economy, lawn care continues to be a desired service by many. Our customers truly understand the value of a healthy turf. As a Weed Man franchisee, you’ll have all of the tools required to take advantage of this positive trend in the industry!

Call us today for additional information on franchise opportunities in your area, at 1-888-321-9333.

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Weed Man is Growing!

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With over $140 million in system sales, our growth shows no signs of slowing down. In fact, we’re on pace to grow by another 15% this year alone! We are rapidly expanding across the United States and are looking for like-minded partners to grow with us. Are you ready to take the next step in your career? Here are some of biggest reasons business owners like you have decided to partner with Weed Man.

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Unparalleled Network of Support

The entire Weed Man team is 100% committed to helping franchisees achieve success within their business. When you become a Weed Man franchisee, you’re not only continuing your entrepreneurial journey, you are joining the extended Weed Man family! We will work together to ensure you receive all the support required in order to excel. Every Weed Man franchisee is supported by their local sub franchisor, who all have decades of experience in the green industry under their belt. Even if you don’t currently have an agronomic background, our unparalleled network of support will help make the transition as smooth as possible.

Out-of-This-World Reputation

Did you know we were named One of the Best Franchises to Buy by Forbes? What an honor! We have also been ranked the #1 Franchise in Lawn Care by Entrepreneur. Our great reputation in the industry has served us well and it’s all in thanks to our hard-working franchisees! Additionally, Weed Man has been ranked with the best of the best, by Franchise Business Review (FBR). With a spot in FBR’s Top 10 Franchises and a #2 ranking in the Top Service Franchises category, it’s no wonder that Weed Man continues to soar above the competition.

Effective Systems

With over 45 years of experience in the industry, we have perfected our systems. We offer franchisees effective systems in everything we do, from administration, to marketing and technical. Our systems are based on scalable results that can be compared across the entire Weed Man network, in order to establish benchmark for success. By taking the time to create these procedures, we ensure the ability to duplicate our successes.

If you are interested in learning more about franchise opportunities in your area, visit us at www.weedmanusa.com, or give us a call at 1-888-321-9333. We look forward to hearing from you!

Better Your Business with Weed Man!

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Feel like your business is running you and not the other way around? You’re not alone! According to Forbes, eight out of ten businesses ultimately fail. Possessing that initial desire to become an entrepreneur is great, but there are a number of other things that contribute to being successful in your venture. Businesses can fail for a number of reasons, including anything from not having an effective business plan in place, which will result in not generating enough revenue to stay afloat, to lack of uniqueness and not having enough brand recognition in order to stand out among competitors. Luckily for struggling entrepreneurs, there are solutions that can help revive a business that is suffering.

If you own a lawn, landscape and/or pest control business, Weed Man could be that solution. We have helped thousands of business owners better their business and increase their bottom line. As a franchise, we have had years to perfect our business model. We have systems for just about everything, including administrative, technical and budgeting (to name a few). The Weed Man brand is very well-known across North America, thanks to our great reputation – recently we were named One of the Best Franchises to Buy by Forbes magazine and have also been ranked the #1 Franchise in Lawn Care by Entrepreneur. Not to mention, our commitment to customer service has served us well, with an impressive customer retention rate of 75-80%. We offer unparalleled support provided by a knowledgeable corporate staff, as well as a remarkable group of regional consultants. Cross-marketing opportunities are available, which can help companies bring new customers on board. Regardless of your industry background, we can help you achieve your entrepreneurial aspirations. Our award-winning systems and recession-resistant business model have led to substantial, year-over-year growth for our franchisees, no matter the economy.

If you are interested in bettering your business and securing your future and retirement plans, Weed Man could be for you! Visit us at www.weedmanfranchise.com for additional information, or give us a call at 1-888-321-9333. We look forward to hearing from you!

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A Leadership Q & A with Weed Man COO Jennifer Lemcke

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What is the best job you’ve had? Running the marketing rooms during my earlier years with

Weed Man. I loved being a part of that and watching the company grow, as well as working and

motivating people.

What about the worst? Definitely when I first started out at Weed Man, doing the physical

work of being out on the lawns was tough. It’s not an easy job!

What’s the best piece of advice you’ve received? When you’re hit with a challenge, don’t think

you’re alone. Reach out to others and LISTEN to what they have to say and learn. It’s okay not

to have all of the answers. One of my biggest assets is having a great network to reach out to.

My fellow sub franchisors are truly family, and it’s nice to be able to depend on their

backgrounds and expertise for support.

What has been your biggest challenge? Being the boss’s daughter. I work harder and longer all

the time so people don’t think I was handed this job on a silver platter. I work twice as hard to

alleviate that. I don’t want to be ashamed of my job and accomplishments, so I am always

trying to prove people wrong. I have been on several boards and have grown my career outside

of Weed Man.

Have you ever experienced a “fork in the road?” Definitely! When I become a mother. As a

woman, it was very difficult. I always want to be the best COO I can be, but also be the best

mother. Weed Man was growing very quickly and working long hours was a struggle at times. I

eventually found balance by hiring a nanny who is still very much a part of the family.

Sometimes, I travelled more than I was in the office. I am so very proud of all three of my

children. They have all become leaders in their own way! I love the ‘compass’ – grounded, but

off kilter just a little bit. Right now, it is aligned with where I need to be.

How do you achieve a good work/life balance? I’m not very good at this, but I’m getting

better. Family, work, myself (in that order). I’m good at some of it, but not great at a lot of it. I

enjoy watching my kids play sports, coaching and being on the bench. I work more to have

more time to do things like that, so my kids know they can lean on me if they need it.

Are there any quirky or unique things that are a part of your daily routine? Coffee. I love my

coffee! I am very energetic and hands-on. The thought of ‘I am COO of Weed Man’ never

crossed my mind.

When is the best time for brainstorming? In the shower. I wake up and my brain just comes to

life with all of these ideas in my head. My drive to the office is also very important to me for

this reason.

What technology helps with productivity? Outlook.

What’s next for Jennifer and Weed Man? To continue growing a strong, respected and national

brand. To stay relevant to and support franchisees. And I would potentially consider expanding

into other brands in the future.

Chief Operating Officer of Weed Man USA