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Kenny Chapman: Turn your routines into rituals

Power-up your leadership

September 7, 2021

Leadership is tricky in any industry. In my time serving as a leader for various service companies and as a leadership coach for countless more, I’ve learned a lot the hard way.

Neighborly named one of America’s fastest-growing private companies by Inc. Magazine

August 27, 2021

Neighborly’s placement at 4,345 is a result of the company’s consistent growth year-over -year, made up of more than 4,800 franchises representing 28 total brands that repair, maintain and enhance properties, united under one platform serving more than 10 million customers across nine countries.

Truck of the Month: The brand with the mystery man

Morgan Miller Plumbing- Grandview, Missouri

Nicole Krawcke

August 23, 2021

After working together at a national plumbing franchise, Jeff Morgan and Bob Miller knew there had to be a better way to treat plumbers. So, in 1997, they decided to leave and start their own company, and Morgan Miller Plumbing was born.

PHCC — National Association announces Mark Ingrao as new CEO

August 17, 2021

Ingrao officially assumes duties as CEO on Oct. 22, during PHCC’s Annual Business Meeting at PHCCCONNECT2021 in Kansas City, Missouri.

Peterman Brothers earns national recognition, named Dealer of the Year

August 16, 2021

Each year, Bryant determines the winner of the award from those who received its Medal of Excellence, which includes Bryant Factory Authorized Dealers across North America.

2021 Mechanical Contractor of the Year: Murray Co.

Employee-owned Rancho Dominguez, California-based firm takes care of each other, and its clients.

Nicole Krawcke

August 10, 2021

Murray Company (MC) has spent more than 100 years establishing a rock-solid reputation as one of the premiere mechanical contracting firms on the West Coast. With a commitment to safety, the employee-owned firm has earned distinction as Plumbing & Mechanical’s 2021 Mechanical Contractor of the Year.

Nicole Krawcke: Overcoming the negative stereotype

Plumbing manufacturer launches new docuseries promoting the plumbing industry as a financially rewarding career.

Nicole Krawcke

August 9, 2021

The skilled trades are certainly no stranger to the difficulties amidst a labor shortage. The most experienced trade pros are nearing retirement, and when you combine that with the lack of high school graduates entering the trades, the skills gap continues to grow.

American Residential Services names Mike Midgett chief sales and marketing officer

August 3, 2021

Midgett joins ARS with more than 30 years of experience as a sales and marketing professional and leader.

Matt Michel: Turn profits, not wrenches

4 things successful plumbing company owners must know.

Matt Michel

August 3, 2021

The skillset that spells success as a business owner is fundamentally different than the skillset for success working in the field as a plumber. Here are four things business owners must know to turn a profit that were not necessary to turn a wrench.

Dave Yates: This way to egress

The key to success is having an exit strategy in place.

Dave Yates

August 3, 2021

PT Barnum had a real problem with patrons who lingered in his museum a bit too long, which limited the crowds and cut into profits. He needed a way to get people to leave and replaced the exit signs with “This Way to Egress.”