Why wouldn't a company just buy some plants and water themselves?
Companies don't have the time, and besides who is going to water them? A plant service can achieve a lush classy image instantly but more importantly a plant service will maintain that classy image for years to come. Companies budget plant service as a necessary expense they absolutely can not live without!
How many plants will it take to do an average plant account?
A $250.00 a month account might need 10 large plants or 20 small plants. The cost of your contract will be based on the wholesale cost of the plants not how many plants you use.
How is the economy influencing the plant industry?
In 2009 we saw only a slight decrease in the amount of signed contracts. However, the amount of these contracts actually increased. Green Concepts truly is a low cost franchise that is profitable now and into the future too. A company can RENT an office full of plants for less than office furniture!
Where will I find customers?
You will learn where and how to find customers who are looking for a Plant service right now. We can even schedule role-playing sessions over the phone to help you practice what to say. After a few tries you will feel like an old pro!
What if I don't know much about plants?
You will only use 15 plant varieties over and over again on all our jobs. This is not rocket science; anybody can do this business!
Are there any royalties or fees after I join?
No, there are no royalties, but if you choose the customized website option plan on around $45 a month extra.
Will I need a greenhouse, van, truck or special equipment?
No. Most wholesalers deliver and when needed, rent what you need by the day.
What type of company rents plants?
We're sooo glad you asked! Car dealerships, hotels, retirement homes, banks, restaurants, engineering firms, architects, insurance firms, corporate offices, banks, beauty shops, day spas, fitness centers, surgical centers, medical facilities, hospitals, dentists, building lobbies, property managers, financial institutions and any company who wants to impress their clients. In fact, many of our highest paying accounts were in large buildings you probably never stepped into.
Next time you see a tall building consider this: That building has a potential for at least 50 plant contracts in that single building alone, then scan the horizon and count just how many other buildings you see in that immediate area, now multiply that and you have enough accounts to last a lifetime!
How much time does an average account take to care for?
Accounts are watered every 9 to 10 days. A $100 per month account will take less than 1 hour every 9 days. A $500 a month account will take a few hours every 9 days. You will make an average of $60.00 to $80.00 per hour. This is an amazing home business for single moms and dads too; the entire family really can get involved in this home-based business. You can build your business one account at a time, and finding accounts is much easy than you would imagine.
How hard is it to find accounts?
Not hard at all. Look around your area. Is there new growth? Do you see new buildings or new homes being built? They will all need plants.
Will clients take me seriously if they think I am new?
Your clients will never even suspect you are new. That's the beauty of this program! You will have copy written references showing clients you are part of a franchise with over 800 members worldwide. They will be confident knowing you are fully trained and part of a nationally recognized organization that takes pride in their work and will deliver a quality product. "Your new clients will definitely trust you with big budgets just like any other Plantscaper."
What if I have a full time job?
Most do at first. Corporations appreciate a family run home business. From experience they know home-based entrepreneurs work harder!
What are my start-up costs after joining Green Concepts?
If you are going to grow slowly plan on apx $1000 or so. If you plan to get several accounts right away plan on a few thousand more.
Where will I buy plants & containers?
You will work with local sources and our national wholesalers. With 800+ members we have clout, so you will get great prices and service.
Where will I store the plants?
You will purchase only the plants and pottery you need for signed contracts, and only for each special spot. Plants are delivered and installed directly into each of your pre-selected areas in their facility.
What if I don't have a "Green thumb"?
We created "Water Language" to teach anyone how to properly care for indoor plants. Our company used this method for over 35 years so we have it down to a science no matter where you live in the world.
You will have 15 easy to care for plants choices and each plant has an exact watering need based on height and pot size. Once you have a solid watering count, you can write the water language for each account on a 3x5 card and anyone can now help water your plants for you, even your kids.
Will I need a professional website?
Eventually yes you will want a website to generate more clients, but we have you covered here too!
We have a professional website waiting for you when you are ready. For a low monthly fee, we include not only the entire website, yearly domain fees, monthly server fees, and any and all website technician updates or repairs.
A website is like a car, it needs routine maintenance and things break, so having someone keep their eye on your website is a cost you would never want to incur yourself unless you're a professional website designer!
This website was designed to increase ranking with Google organically. This means that over a period of months your listing will rise higher and higher bringing you more business! Our website programmers will set up your domain (Internet business license) Host Server (Internet monthly rent) your new business email address, as well as your business card masters. A customized website would cost you thousands, so for a low monthly fee it's a load of stress off a new entrepreneur so you can focus on your business!
What is the Exclusive Members Area of the Green Concepts website all about?
This area is for new entrepreneurs like you! Easy, simple training is so important in building your business foundation and confidence. You can re-enter this area as many times as you need to review and check where you are in your new business.
What is the Photo Club?
Share knowledge and creative ideas are powerful tools. We want to empower every member including YOU so that YOU can do YOUR best and make the highest profits from every job YOU do. Members can submit photos of work, plant questions, and brag about installations. It's fun and an easy way to continue your plant education!
