The Root Development Podcast

Discussions of turf nutrition including granular, liquid, organic as well as weeds and pest management. We dig deep into the Professional turf manager as well as the business side of running a turf management company.

The Root Development Podcast is a business podcast hosted by Kevin Salters, with 115 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

Kevin Salters hosts The Root Development Podcast, a business show with 115 episodes published.

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  Episode #111

  EP#111 Jim Parker explains how to sell your business

  Dec 16, 20251h 9mS3

  <p>What a great conversation I had with Jim Parker, known as 'The Lawn Boss'. Jim shares his 30 years of experience in selling lawn and landscape businesses. He emphasizes the importance of preparing a business for sale, including maintaining clean financial records and understanding buyer expectations.</p><p> Jim discusses the evolving lawn care industry and the growing demand for professional services, urging business owners to plan their exit strategies well in advance to maximize their sale price. He also touches on the complexities of owner financing and retention clauses in business sales, providing valuable insights for entrepreneurs looking to...

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  Episode #110

  EP #110 Vince Doell, Keepin It Green Landscaping

  Dec 7, 202548 minS3

  <p>In this episode Kevin Salters and Vince Dole discuss a range of topics from personal life updates, including family changes and experiences with wildfires, to professional insights on turf management, equipment upgrades, and business growth. </p><p><br></p><p>They share challenges faced during the season, strategies for weed control, and the importance of community support. The conversation also touches on networking within the industry and future plans for both personal and professional growth.</p><p>It is not easy having a law enforcement career, a second baby, a new house and growing his business to 271 accounts in...

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  The equip Expo 2025

  Oct 24, 202511 minS0

  <p>It has been some time since we have publiblished an episode and what a perfect place to get things started again. Sorry for the absence, but when you listen you will understand why....</p><p>turfnutritionmanagementpodcast@gmail.com</p><p>@turf_nutrition_mangmt_podcast</p><p>Kevin Salters</p><p>@rootdevelopmentllc</p><p> rootdevelopmentllc@gmail.com</p><p>Sheila Chaplin, CFP®Reliable Tax & Business Services-screliabletax@gmail.com</p><p>Lawn Care Launch</p><p>www.lawncarelaunch.com</p><p>@thelawncarelaunch</p><p>The Landscaping Bookkeeper</p><p> www.gulfcoastbk.com@thelandscapingbookkeeper</p><p>Earthapro-Complete care for your small businessearthapro.c...

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  EP# 108 Chris Gentry from My Service Area

  Apr 1, 202549 minS0

  <p>This week's conversation, Chris Gentry discusses the development and implementation of My Service Area (MSA), a tool designed to optimize customer base management for service businesses. The discussion covers the importance of route density, effective service area navigation, and leveraging data for marketing and business growth. Chris emphasizes the value of referral systems and address-based pricing strategies, while also hinting at future integrations of AI to enhance the functionality of MSA. The conversation highlights the need for service businesses to adapt to data-driven decision-making to improve efficiency and profitability.</p><p></p>

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  Episode #107

  EP#107 Price Fluctuations in Turf Products

  Mar 18, 202558 minS3

  <p>In this episode of the Turf Nutrition and Management podcast, Kevin Salters and Douglas Gray discuss the seasonal changes affecting turf management, the challenges of customer renewals, and the impact of economic concerns on pricing strategies. They delve into product costs, market fluctuations, and the importance of application techniques. The conversation also touches on customer expectations, service quality, and predictions for the upcoming season's weather, emphasizing the need for professionals in the industry to adapt and maintain their pricing integrity.</p><p>turfnutritionmanagementpodcast@gmail.com</p><p>@turf_nutrition_mangmt_podcast</p><p>Doug Gray</p><p>@turfpoltscadgrayghost69@gmail...

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