Operations: Whatever it Takes

The Grunder Landscaping team has a powerful mantra they repeat when faced with a challenge: "whatever it takes," which is a guiding principle for everyone on the team. This philosophy embodies a commitment to problem-solving, going above and beyond, and achieving excellence. In this episode, Marty discusses the importance of drive and mindset for success, how leaders should model desired behaviors, and some strategies for managing team attitudes during challenging tasks like snow season. You’ll hear about the value of recognizing positive actions and delve into how mindset, rather than formal education, plays a crucial role in career advancement. 

In This Episode:

• Drive and mindset – the most important qualities
• Leaders need to be great at the things you want your team to do
• Snow, and managing the attitudes around tough work 
• Catch your team doing things right
• Vince’s puppy story (again)
• Three kinds of organizations
• Mindset and drive are what got Marty to where he is now… not college
• Sign up for GROW! 2025
• Send us your feedback, add your comments, like, share, and send us your show ideas

The Grow Show podcast is sponsored by STIHL and brought to you by The Grow Group - a leading coaching and education firm for landscape professionals. Your host is Marty Grunder, president and CEO of The Grow Group and Grunder Landscaping Co., one of the most successful design-build operations of its kind in the Midwest. The Grow Show shares ideas, tips, tactics, and insights that will help you grow your landscaping business.

Resources:

Eby Trucks  

Patrick Lencioni Books  

NALP Field Trip Sept 17-18, 2024 Chicago 

GROW! 2025 Feb 25-27, Columbus OH  

The Grow Group  

Grunder Landscaping 

Marty Grunder LinkedIn  

Stihl