I'd reach out to him for some tips. 

Any tips would be much appreciated J

Please message me if you are interested and have any tips for me.

Tips, fundamentals?

Also, thanks for the tip on putting a value on my time.  

@Alex Chin and @Mark Nolan: Thanks for the tips!

Work a farm and your sphere of influence.Above all, (with a hat tip to Winston Churchill), never, never give up.

Any specific tips on long-distance, self-management?

I read through most of the book provided online as well and it's definitely a lot of great information but again would still like some guidance on the best place to start....Would definiltey appreciate any advice anybody can give, I want practical and attainable tips to get my feet wet.

I own landscaping companies, for both commercial and residential, and apartment complexes are on of my customer groupings, and I guarantee you your snow removal is NOT 0.00.The legal liabilities from one person getting injured alone isnt worth the risk, that I promise you.