# #80: Sponsorships: How to Maximize, and How (and When) to Say No

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Podcast: [The Landscaping Growth Script](https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-landscaping-growth-script-6977691)
Published: 2026-02-10T11:01:00+00:00
Episode link: https://the-landscaping-growth.captivate.fm
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## Resource

You get asked to sponsor things all the time — charity galas, golf tournaments, fun runs, your crew leader’s kid’s baseball team. Some are great. Some are a waste of money. In this episode, we’re breaking down how to tell the difference. You’ll learn: How to evaluate sponsorships quickly (without a spreadsheet meltdown) What makes a sponsorship actually worth the spend How to politely decline when it’s not a fit — without burning bridges And if you do say yes, how to make sure it delivers real ROI If you’re tired of being guilt-tripped into “exposure” opportunities that don’t align with your brand, this one’s for you.

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