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Articles Tagged with ''business development''

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The Blue Collar Coach | Kenny Chapman

The Next Level Leader: Building a Company That Runs Without You

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Kenny Chapman
July 16, 2026

The next-level leader does not do everything. They build the people and the systems that make everything work, long after they step away from the day-to-day.


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Funding the Future: Smart Financing Strategies for Plumbing and Mechanical Contractors

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Christopher Cornella
July 9, 2026

Whether you're looking to acquire a retiring owner's book of business or simply need working capital to bridge the gap between completing a job and getting paid, understanding your financing options is one of the most important business skills you can develop.


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HVAC Technician Day: Recognizing the Industry's Everyday Heroes

National HVAC Technician Day, celebrated every year on 6/22, offers an opportunity to recognize the essential role these technicians play in maintaining comfort, safety and business continuity.
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Kristen R. Bayles
June 22, 2026

National HVAC Technician Day serves as a reminder of the vital role these professionals play every day. While the industry continues working to strengthen its workforce pipeline, technicians remain the people who keep buildings running, businesses operating and communities comfortable.


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The Execution Gap: Why Great Ideas Die in the Field

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Kenny Chapman
June 18, 2026

Here is the truth I have seen time and time again: most businesses do not struggle with ideas, they struggle with execution. The gap between what we know and what we consistently do is where businesses either grow or stall.


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Does Buying a Company Make Sense?

Patrick Lange
Patrick Lange
June 15, 2026

Thinking about acquiring another plumbing company? Growth can be appealing, but an acquisition may create more challenges than opportunities, especially if you plan to sell your business in the near future. Learn why debt, integration hurdles, operational risks and buyer perceptions can impact your company’s value, and what business owners should consider before making a move.



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Contractor Commerce launches AI-powered conversational buying experience

The new technology aims to improve the way homeowners shop for residential services online.
April 21, 2026

With conversational buying, Contractor Commerce embeds AI directly into the shopping experience, allowing the end consumer to enjoy a more natural, personalized and responsive process.


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Egan advances 26-Year company leader Chris Weaver to president in planned transition

Longtime Egan leader takes the helm following unanimous executive support.
April 13, 2026

In his role as Egan’s President, Weaver will lead the company’s more than 600 employees and four offices throughout West Michigan.


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Grove Mountain Partners launches Team First Home Services

The company has named Mike Bornhorst CEO, and announced initial partnerships.
March 13, 2026

New residential services platform with a dedicated focus on plumbing, sewer, water and related home services launches.


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Growing without breaking the business: how mechanical contractors can scale responsibly

Project selection strategies for contractors looking to scale from Jason Richards, CEO of Foundral.
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Kristen R. Bayles
March 9, 2026

It’s tempting to chase new work without fully evaluating whether the project aligns with operation capacity or financial structure. We’ve all heard, “bigger is better,” after all. However, contractors need to establish clear criteria before pursuing additional work. That includes evaluating a few key factors.


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BDR launches new training partnership with PPATEC

This is BDR's first live, in-person training program.
March 3, 2026

The first course in the new ongoing training program, Managing & Growing Service Profitably, took place Feb. 25-26, and the next will take place on March 31 - April 1 for Top Gun Technician Excellence.


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