Top September articles: Business growth, customer readiness and industry trends

By Emma Peterson. 

September’s most popular articles explored ways contractors can improve operations, prepare customers and position their businesses for future success. 

September might be one of the last months to hit the pool or the barbeque, the outdoor industry doesn’t slow down just because the weather shifts. In fact, the off-season is the perfect time to lay some groundwork for the next summer season! What type of groundwork? Our top articles from September 2026 showcase some great options for off-season operations.  

Some of the best tasks for the off-season are focused on preparing your team and company for success in the next busy time. Looking at our September top five list, Jesse Sanchez’s article about how Fox & Partners helps contractors create financial clarity in their businesses and Emma Peterson’s article discussing three trends that Paul Trombitas saw in FMI Consulting’s new report are great reads for those looking to be better prepared this upcoming year. 

Another way to fill your off-season time is to help your customers prepare. This last month’s top list also had some articles full of helpful information for this front. One was an article about helping customers prepare for severe weather, highlighting Flash Weather AI's innovative technology. The other was an article I wrote that highlighted how customers and contractors can work together to build more sustainable job site solutions. 

Overall, from training your teams and reorganizing your company’s management structure to helping customers prepare their spaces for storms and get holiday lights up, there’s plenty to keep contractors busy even as the sunny weather disappears. 

Read more about the top September articles 

5 - Turning financial disorganization into clarity by Jesse Sanchez 

4 - What FMI’s latest outlook report says about the industry by Emma Peterson 

3 - Severe weather underscores the need to act early by The Coffee Shops® 

2 - How much wood could a Woodchuck divert? by Emma Peterson 

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