Here are the reader poll results from the question posted throughout June on the Grounds Maintenance Web site www.grounds-mag.com.

In your estimation, what is the net profit margin (accounting for ALL expenses, including administrative and overhead costs) you earn on a typical job?

0-5%	5%
5-10%	16%
10-15%	25%
15-20%	18%
20-25%	13%
25-30%	9%
More than 30%	15%

Look for this new reader poll question at www.grounds-mag.com.

Given the economic sluggishness, what's the No. 1 step you've taken to reduce expenses?

A. Delay/eliminate equipment purchases

B. Reduce on-hand stocks of chemicals/fertilizer

C. Cut back on pay raises/benefits

D. Cut back number of employees

E. Other

F. None — Have not needed to reduce expenses