Do you enjoy working outside? Do you find yourself immersed in the aisles of your local nursery, planning landscape designs? You may wonder what it takes to have a Franz career in landscaping. There are character traits that every landscape crew member must have. Below are several character traits to help make you a professional. These traits will help you get a job, earn a promotion, or even become a supervisor in your company.
Don’t worry if you don’t have experience yet, or lack a college degree. Companies no longer consider academic qualifications alone but personal attributes as well. Those same attributes are some of the characteristics listed below.
Attention to Detail
Landscapers are detail-oriented. Even the small stuff matters. One of the first things people notice when pulling up to a home or office is the landscaping. Everyone notices a well-kept and well-thought-out plan. You need to pay attention to every detail in your job and not take anything for granted. What might seem small can be a big deal to your client and may not be something they can overlook. A high attention level to every detail will elevate your designs and support a solid reputation for your company.
Excellent Customer Service
Customer service is vital to the success of any company. As an employee, you play a vital role in this area as your ability to please the customer will be seen by those at the top. Continued focus on your customer’s needs means they will request you for other jobs, recommend you to others, and give you a top-notch review. Commit to your work and clients to make them happy. Pay attention to their needs, be honest with their landscaping plan, and follow up.
A Solid Work Ethic Goes a Long Way
The best landscape crew member is the one that can’t get outworked by colleagues. Every company needs an employee who works tirelessly and takes instruction well. Likewise, suppose you are a crew leader. In that case, you need to be an example and participate in all duties to give other employees proper training and increased morale. Don’t sit back and bark out instructions from the truck. Working as a team will help the company succeed.
Leadership Skills are Key
Even if you are not a supervisor, you need leadership skills. Your main goal at the company should be to serve. It means you need to be ready to serve everyone wholeheartedly without discrimination. Treat everyone who crosses your path with respect. It’s important to be a role model no matter where you land in the company’s organizational structure.
Be Proud of Your Work
You won’t be successful in your job if you dislike it. Taking pride in your work and working to your full potential is essential in every job you do. When you are proud of your work, it shows in everything you do. Clients, co-workers, and employers will all take notice of your efforts.
Conclusion
These are just a few of the characteristics needed to succeed in the landscaping industry. Some of these traits may come naturally, while others need work. If you notice an employee who excels where you need work, pay attention to their actions and model their work. In no time at all, you will check all the boxes and be a well-rounded landscaper.