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Articles Tagged with ''business administration''

Overcoming roadblocks

Kenny Chapman: Overcoming roadblocks to find new ways of doing things

Be willing to do what others will not
Kenny Chapman
September 2, 2022

It's easy to fall prey to mediocrity. But, when you’re willing to put in the hard work and do what many people will not do, you'll find that the payoff is well worth it.


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Americans care about drinking water

Nicole Krawcke: Americans care about drinking water

Is your company capitalizing on this fast-growing trend?
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Nicole Krawcke
August 9, 2022

I was lucky enough to be able to take a week off from work at the beginning of July. Though we attended so many family functions and get-togethers, I almost felt I needed another vacation to recover from my first vacation. Ever had one of those?


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The New Flat Rate provides contractors with instant financing options through partnership with OPTIMUS

August 4, 2022

As part of the dealer-financing program, the program will enable participating dealers to select from multiple financing options that best align with their organizational structure and sales process.


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training

Matt Michel: 8 steps of feature/benefit training

Start small and watch the sales flow.
Matt Michel
Matt Michel
August 4, 2022

You would never send your plumbers into the field without training and tools, right? What about the necessary sales training? Here is a simple 8-step approach that you can weave into your weekly service meetings to boost your team’s effectiveness in promoting add-ons.


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evolution of power tools

Dave Yates: The evolution of power tools

Cordless tools make it easier to avoid OHSHA violations.
Dave Yates
Dave Yates
August 3, 2022

All of my employees and I were sitting in our trucks eating lunch when the OSHA inspectors arrived on the commercial job site, which was a two-story addition to a nursing home. Talk about fear — the other trades and general contractor’s employees about had a coronary!


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Team members

Kenny Chapman: Team members — the greatest asset of all

Consistently invest in your employees.
Kenny Chapman
August 2, 2022

At the end of the day, if you want your business to be truly successful, you need to look after your people — that means giving them the tools to succeed, the resources they need to perform and a clear vision of where they’re going.


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Power Selling Pros names Zac Garside CEO

August 1, 2022

As CEO of Power Selling Pros, Garside is looking to evolve services by making the voices of its clients and partners the driving force behind the company.


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Jim Hinshaw named vice president of Service Nation

July 28, 2022

 In his new role, Hinshaw will be responsible for supervising the growth of several industries, including HVAC, plumbing and connected home.


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One of the most challenging tasks managers face is terminating an employee.

Matt Michel: 9 times you should fire someone

Don’t put off a difficult task when it becomes necessary.
Matt Michel
Matt Michel
July 11, 2022

One of the most challenging tasks managers face is terminating an employee. It is never easy, but sometimes necessary. What is all too easy is putting it off when it does become necessary.


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How to lose customers

Dave Yates: How to lose customers

Ensure your team is staying up-to-date with the latest technologies.
Dave Yates
Dave Yates
July 8, 2022

Customers can be a fickle lot. You do your best for them, but they move on in spite of your fair pricing and Johnny-on-the-spot response times.


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