No doubt about it: there are a lot of pond companies out there. And like many of them, Tom’s Pond Service Inc. provides pond cleanouts, shutdowns, biweekly maintenance and repairs. But there’s one thing that makes our business stand out from the rest: fish storage service! Why offer fish storage service, you ask? There are […]
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This bit of wisdom has been attributed to Will Rogers, Oscar Wilde and Mark Twain. Regardless of the origins of the quote, it continues to ring true in most facets of life — including your business. I suspect that most of you who are reading this are the best at what you do in your
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Harnessing the power of YouTube, Carl Petite transformed his business by selling an entirely new product: himself. Learn how “The Pond Product Review Guy” went from a few low-quality videos to a thriving Internet presence with thousands of views — and how you too can watch your sales skyrocket just by being you!
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There are hundreds of existing ponds in this country that need your help. Plants are what transform a water feature into a water garden. Learn how to create unity, balance, color, and the all-important benefit, improve water quality. Plants are an integral part of the pond industry. Plants can be key in new construction or refreshing existing neglected ponds. Be sure you are taking full advantage of what plants can do to enhance your pond projects’ beauty, function and profitability.
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Learn from our industry expert about the ins and outs of having a gift shop as part of your pond store. Anita shares with you eight great reasons why you should have one; what gift items have worked for her; and which have not. She even includes tips about trends, buying, bargains and the big expensive stuff. She wrote this article while working the cash register of her gift shop – thanks Anita!
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ROI (Return on Investment) is one big reason to provide lake and pond management. Lakes are an important part of our landscape; they add beauty, provide recreation, and are a habitat for fish and wildlife. But an out of balance pond can be pretty awful. Learn about the importance of Aeration; Beneficial Bacteria; and Weed and Algae Controls. Besides being good for business it also helps the communities we live in.
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Whether you sell koi or not, you may want to consider selling koi art. Koi art enhances the ambience of any space, and can generate return business even in the off-season, or ponds are full already. Artwork can be easily added to your websites., and can make a great thank you for contractors and retailers alike.
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A Good Fit for Pond Professionals? Aquaponics is a rapidly emerging market segment. Learn the ins and outs in this issue. Which plants do best? Can I plant seeds? What are growth rates like? This is a must read that may lead to a new income stream for you and new adventures your customers.
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Hydroponics is the art and science of gardening without soil. Learn the benefits of hydroponics and how it is different from aquaponics. This is a quick review of what hydroponics is and why you may want to learn more about it.
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If you have been paying attention this year, you will have heard a lot of buzz about Aquaponics. This article will cover in detail the ins and outs of this emerging market. What are media beds? What is the importance of fish in an Aquaponics system? What are the major formats being used now? A must read that may lead to new ventures for you and your customers.
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