Talking Shop with Roger Cook

Roger Cook

Landscaper Roger Cook, a regular contributor to WorkSaver, recently attended the Minnesota Green Expo and did what he does best-he made friends and gave advice.

Roger greeted attendees, signed autographs and posed for photos at the annual conference and show for the Minnesota Nursery and Land-scape Association and Minnesota Turf and Grounds Foundation in Minneapolis. He also answered a number of project and business questions-much like he does regularly on "Ask This Old House."

Visitors, realizing Roger is not only a television personality but also a successful Boston landscape contractor, were quick to talk shop and seek advice on jobs, running a landscaping operation and selecting compact equipment.

One contractor asked about removing an exterior wall without damaging a foundation or roof; another asked about putting in a gravel driveway. Someone even asked him about growing Christmas trees.

Several visitors inquired about his experience with certain machines, and Roger was happy to point out the benefits of a compact track loader versus a skid-steer loader in certain applications. He expands on that topic on page 8 of this issue, citing his use of both types of loaders.

Roger regularly answers many small business questions on our website — www.BYOB-pro.com. Check it out!

Scott R. Nelson
President, Bobcat Company