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February 2017

Greetings! 

Looking for great employees to grow your team?  Who isn't!


With unemployment at a 10-year low, 2017's biggest challenge will be finding loyal team members to get all of the work done.

Start your recruiting efforts with these "out of the box" ideas:


Set-Up Scouts: Let your network know when you are looking for new people. Your customers, associations,  community organizations and more may know someone who is looking for a position.  Tip:  Be very specific about your needs and requirements so you get only the best referrals.

Community Bulletins:  Many churches, schools and community groups offer job boards or announcements.  Use them.

 

Vocational Programs:  Be sure to get to know your local instructors and get your job openings shared with their graduates.


Temporary Services:  For office team members, temp-to-perm services allow you to get to know candidates before you make a hiring decision.


Watch this newsletter for more ideas!

 

The Team at MPR Supply


5 Rules for Recruiting & Retaining Employees in a Highly Competitive Market   

 

1)  Make a list of reasons why a candidate should choose your company. Making a list will make these easier to remember when you're chatting with a good prospect.   Remember everyone says "they have great benefits" or "this is a great place to work".  Be specific.


2) Define what you're really looking for.  Motivation, drive, good manners, and work ethic are more important than knowing how to assemble sprinklers or plant a tree.

3)  Recruit continuously.  Always advertise for new team members even when you're fully staffed. Employees are increasingly mobile, so you need to be looking all of the time.

4)  Do quarterly performance reviews. Have a conversation about how the person is doing; what would make his/her job go easier; what suggestions he/she has for improvement.

5)  Stay competitive.  Don't lose your best person to a better offer from a competitor.  Give raises to stay competitive (and do them proactively rather than waiting to be asked).  Institute "golden handcuffs" performance incentives to encourage employees to stay and prosper.

 

 

A Tool To Train Your New Employees

 

You've hired a new employee. Now what's your plan?

 

Getting new employees up to speed in a way that doesn't take a big chunk of management's time is a common problem. Management wants to be, and should be, focused on other things. In fact, most managers dread having to train, but how else is it going to get done? It's possible to send them to in-person trainings. But what if it's the wrong season and there's no trainings available?

 

Our Online Training Portal offers a solution! Available 24/7 all year-long, your new employee's can begin their training on their own and get up to speed quicker with little to no supervision. Tracking is available, so you can assign courses to be taken and receive reports on what has been completed.

 

Learn more about the content on our video

To participate, contact Craig at MPR to register your team.   [email protected]   

 

 

Enroll Now in Kichler's Rewards Program 

 

Kichler Light Pro Rewards provides contractors with the opportunity to earn points for each purchase of Kichler Landscape Lighting.

 

Accumulated points can be redeemed for exciting trips, valuable marketing materials, business tools, limited sample products, or Kichler Certified Training.

 

By registering now, you have the opportunity to start earning points for next year's winter trip to a sun-drenched destination.

 

To enroll in The Kichler Light Pro Rewards Program, email us and we'll help you start earning points towards your next vacation!

 

 

Bull BBQ:  The Story Behind The Industry's Best      

 

In 1992, Mark Nureddine & his partner began with an idea to develop a business creating the deliverable "Outdoor Kitchen Concept" out of their garage. Today, over 23 years later, Bull Outdoor Products Inc. has grown immensely, and reached widespread prominence in the grilling industry.

Of the many reasons for Bull's success is that they have thoroughly researched the grill industry to bring to the consumer products that are 'second to none!' Bull's AWARD WINNING GRILLS are designed engineered and master crafted with the finest materials available. All of the grills are CSA Gas Certified.

Bull's research in the grill industry has become even more cutting-edge, utilizing engineering experts at California Polytechnic to create the new ReliaBULL technology. Typical grills feature unpredictable heating across the surface. New ReliaBULL technology was created to eliminate uneven heating on your grill, making your outdoor grilling experience extraordinary.

With its superior products, facilities, and team, Bull pioneered the concept of outdoor barbecue islands, recognizing the need for backyard barbecue enthusiasts to bring their grilling talents to match those of professional chefs!

We're proud to offer the complete Bull BBQ line to our customers.  Check it out here

  

 

 

 Why Choose EasyTurf Synthetic Turf? 


EasyTurf® is a FieldTurf Company - FieldTurf®: NFL Tough! 22 of 32 NFL Teams Play or Practice on FieldTurf® Products

  • Superior Drainage Proprietary - MaxxFlow with rinse-clean, drainage technology drastically outperforms all other synthetic turf backing options.
  • Eight Year Manufacturer's Warranty - 15-20 year life expectancy, the longest in the industry. New product development ensures the highest quality synthetic grass available. 
  • Outstanding Water and Maintenance Savings - Provides 70% plus water savings and nearly eliminates ground maintenance fees.
  • Proven Pet Solution - Animal care facilities nationwide choose UltimateGrass for its superior drainage and unmatched durability.
  • Realistic Look and Feel - Superior product innovation and engineering come together to create a true-to-life product that matches the look and feel of a natural lawn.
  • Quick Installation - Basic installation materials and supplies help make the installation process quick and efficient.  See the whole installation process by clicking the video below.

 

 

 

 

How Non-UL486D Listed Connectors Put You at Risk

 

It's just a twist-on wire connector, how different could one really be from the other? The answer is miles apart. Especially when working in potentially wet, damp or direct bury locations, using a connector that is UL 486D Listed is fundamental to the integrity of the connection and the functionality of an overall irrigation or lighting system.

 

Choosing a non-UL connector can really put a contracting company at risk. Here's how:

  1. Liability: Using a connector not approved by a reputable source (UL) means the risk of injury or property damage increases exponentially. If an injury or property damage occurs due to a faulty connection, the company who installed that system can be held liable.
  2. Compliance: A non-UL Listed connector puts the entire system at risk of non-compliance with national and local codes.
  3. Reputation: In this world of online reviews and smarter consumers, sacrificing quality is not an option. One non-UL connector failure could destroy an entire irrigation or lighting system...and take your reputation down with it.

 

King Innovation's DryConn® Black Series Wire Connectors have the coveted UL 486D Listing. They have endured rigorous testing to confirm they are completely waterproof, direct bury, corrosion proof, UV resistant and compliant with all UL 1838 landscape lighting systems.   Take a look at the video to learn more about DryConn Black Series Connectors!  

 

 

NDS Introduces New Metal Grates - Special Contractor Offer - Switch to Metal Grates for the Same Cost as Plastic Grates

Simple solutions with the strength, performance and beauty of steel


Convenient Grab & Go Kits

  • Everything included under one part means easy ordering and less time at the counter

Durable, Attractive Finish & Higher Flow Rates

  • Protective zinc galvanization prevents corrosion - Higher Flow capacity than our standard metal grates

Easy Installation

  • All parts for a complete installation included

New metal grates fit our most popular and durable Pro-Series Channels and Catch Basins and now, for a limited time, you can try these grates for the same price as the traditional plastic versions.  Click here to take advantage of our special offer 

 

Click here to see an installation video for the Pro Series Channel Drain

Click here to ask Dr. Drainage a question about the product or your specific installation situation