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Articles Tagged with ''contractors''

April 2024 PM Matt Michel column feature image of water tap with hot water and steam.
Service Plumbing Pros | Matt Michel

Beating the scalding and legionella paradox

Plumbers can spot add-on opportunities while on calls to help protect customers.
Matt Michel
Matt Michel
April 2, 2024

Scalding remains a hidden danger lurking in homes across the United States, particularly impacting the vulnerable. The plumber can avoid the unintended consequences of simply lowering water temperatures.


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April 2024 Scott Secor column feature image of line of white arrow dice going in one direction, a red dice, white arrow dice in the down direction to green check dice.
Heating Perceptions | Scott Secor

A graduate from the school of 'figure it out yourself'

Approaches to learning the trades have changed over the years.
Scott Secor
Scott Secor
April 1, 2024

This month, I will share some of the history of the company I run. I suspect many of you will have similar stories.


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April 2024 Kenny Chapman Column feature image of a woman's legs with an orange dress walking over fire.
The Blue Collar Coach | Kenny Chapman

Trust-filled culture builds happy workplace and boosts productivity

Cultivating a culture of trust
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Kenny Chapman
March 29, 2024

Trust-building in corporate culture often used to involve dramatic events like fire-walking retreats, placing the onus of risk and trust on team members. However, there's now a shift towards recognizing trust-building as a daily, intentional effort integral to creating positive workplace environments.


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PM March 2024 Kenny Chapman column feature image of mature male and young female building workers smile together
The Blue Collar Coach | Kenny Chapman

How to develop the next generation of leaders in the trades

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Kenny Chapman
March 4, 2024

The skilled trades industry is booming, and a new generation of passionate individuals is eager to join the workforce. Let's support and guide them to become the leaders of tomorrow. With my optimism and ideas, we can pave the way to their success. So, let's dive in and explore these ideas together!


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The New Flat Rate integrates EGIA’s OPTIMUS Financing to revolutionize the sales process for home service contractors

February 15, 2024

The integration simplifies the approval process, enabling instant financing options that cater to all credit scores and a variety of home improvement projects.


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PM Feb 2024 Kenny Chapman column. Businessman standing in virtual reality display.
The Blue Collar Coach | Kenny Chapman

Balancing data-driven decisions with human emotion

A service business leader’s guide.
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Kenny Chapman
February 6, 2024

The service industry needs both data and emotion. Emotional intelligence is crucial to balance them. Strive to understand the 'why' behind the numbers, promote emotional intelligence, pilot programs, open feedback channels, and keep an eye on the long game.


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Kitchen and Bath

Kitchen & Bath Industry Show returns to Las Vegas

2024 marks 60 years for industry’s largest kitchen and bath show.
Natalie Forster
Natalie Forster
February 5, 2024

The Kitchen & Bath Industry Show (KBIS) returned to Las Vegas in 2023.  Hoping to break records again, KBIS/IBS returns to the Las Vegas Convention Center this year. Explore the latest products, technologies, and trends in kitchen and bath design.


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Southern California plumbing contractor wins $10,000 grand prize in Noritz’s “Retrofit Rewards” sweepstakes promotion

January 17, 2024

Tyler K. Pugh of All Coast Plumbing & Rooter (Tujunga, CA) is the winner of the $10,000 grand prize in Noritz America’s recently concluded Retrofit Rewards sweepstakes promotion for plumbing and HVAC contractors in the United States and Canada. 


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PM Jan 2024 Matt Michel column opening image of businessman standing in front of large door with a view to the city
Service Plumbing Pros | Matt Michel

5 steps to building a strong banking relationship

In times of economic uncertainty, securing loans and lines of credit are critical for businesses.
Matt Michel
Matt Michel
January 8, 2024

A strong banking relationship is critical for securing loans and for establishing and maintaining lines of credit. Relationships are not built overnight. Here are the steps you need to build a good relationship with a bank.


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AHR Expo feature: Attendees inside event floor at 2023 AHR Expo in Atlanta.

AHR Expo returns to the Windy City

HVACR’s largest event will be held Jan. 22-24 at McCormick Place in Chicago.
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Nicole Krawcke
January 4, 2024

With an increasing focus on decarbonization and electrification, the AHR Expo, dubbed HVACR’s largest event of the year, returns to Chicago’s McCormick Place Jan. 22-24.


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