Four tips from construction management experts to be better prepared
March 25, 2020
As the COVID-19 pandemic has spread across countries and industries, the commercial construction industry has found varied methods to adapt to changes in workforce, funding and supply chains. Project and construction managers need to not only adapt to the impacts of the current climate, but reconsider plans in order to help mitigate ongoing damages and delays.
DHS gives advice for the work truck industry during COVID-19
March 23, 2020
Currently, at least 12 states have issued stay-at-home orders thus far. All shut downs include exemptions for “essential” operations. There is no consistency around the scope of what constitutes an essential business or service, forcing these decisions to be made locally.
We know you’re practically living in your truck, constantly on the go, so, when are you supposed to do any research? Learn new skills? Grow your business? Take it to the road!
The phrase “Hire a veteran” has been a staple of the U.S. economy for decades. Business leaders already realize that military veterans are hard workers, team players, ethical, driven and technically skilled. What they may not realize are the 10 hidden reasons that make every veteran a great employee and future business leader.
When Lenny Siers retired from active military duty in 1995, he decided to open his own residential home services company in Niceville, Florida. Siers’ background was heavy in air conditioning and heating and he saw an opportunity; however he had no experience as a businessman.
Service Nation, a B2B company serving residential contractors in the HVAC, plumbing and electrical industries, ranked near the top of the list as one of Fort Worth’s 30 fastest growing companies.
When someone calls a plumber, they are usually doing so because they have an immediate need. Perhaps a pipe has burst or their running water is down to a trickle. Whatever the issue, the customer needs assistance — fast.
The decision to become part of a franchise is rarely an easy one to make. The upfront investment and loss of one’s brand identity in exchange for another can be difficult for business owners to process. But, there are numerous benefits to joining a franchise.