Imagine hacking away a third of your landscape company's revenue stream only to watch its profits soar. This episode of 'Roots of Success' podcast spotlights Tim Trimmer's radical decision that set Professional Grounds on an unprecedented path to growth. Tim's bold moves to ax a major landscaping department, implement rigorous tracking systems, and cultivate a skilled and loyal workforce turned his business around. Discover how Tim and his team built a landscape empire by turning conventional business tactics on their head. You won't want to miss why Tim's 'savage mode' is a philosophy worth considering.   THE BIG IDEA:  Streamlining For Success   KEY MOMENTS: [01:14] Start of Professional Grounds Company [03:53] Shutting Down a Landscaping Department [04:44] A Major Turning Point [12:05] Landscape Org. Chart Management [13:37] Knowing your Numbers in Landscaping [17:46] Creating a great place to work [20:37] Dial in your systems [24:56] The Importance of Good Training [27:10] Landscape Property Maps   QUESTIONS WE ANSWER 1. How can a small landscape business increase profitability? 2. What are the best practices for efficient use of space in landscaping? 3. What is the importance of tracking gross margins? 4. How do you train new landscape employees effectively? 5. Can technology improve landscaping business operations? 6. How do you choose the right clients for your landscaping company?