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I definitely back Malrex up, on everything, especially 'learn, learn and learn as much as you can'. Stonehenge hit the nail on the head I think. I signed up for a government program that catered to students still in university/college which paid $2000 towards their business and $2000 towards my tuition. Needless to say, competition was very fierce.

The most important aspect I realized was that all the business seminars, plans, etc are really suggested by people working 'indoors' or by people who never started their own business. I ended up creating my own business plan halfway through my first season based on my 2 month experience. My new plan was actually better than the plan the 'experienced' advisors 'helped' me with.

All in all, experience matters. If anything, I'd suggest working for another landscaper first and learn, learn and learn. It's the best way.