Articles Tagged with ''business planning''

Are you easy to do business with? You might think so, but there's always room for improvement. Here are twelve ways to make it easier for others to work with you. How many do you practice?

From onboarding best practices to mental health in the trades, The Unified Group’s HR Forum delivered actionable strategies and honest dialogue to help HVAC companies lead with empathy, build stronger teams and embrace a culture of growth

Business Development Resources (BDR) has named Jeff Cordick its new CFO. 

Video marketing is crucial for plumbing and HVAC contractors to stand out and build credibility. Using smartphones for easy video creation and sharing on platforms like YouTube helps contractors become trusted industry experts.

Embrace AI to future-proof your team and enhance human connections in the workplace. AI is transforming industries by augmenting productivity and redefining job roles.

Contractors who attended learned important lessons about financial management and planning. 

Reverse mentoring is transforming the plumbing contracting industry by pairing seasoned professionals with younger employees. This innovative approach fosters cross-generational learning, enhances adaptability, and drives growth for the business's future.

After hard work, your contracting company is turning a profit. You need to decide when to invest some of that money back into the business, balancing saving and making improvements to stay competitive.

Some customers prefer using credit cards, but accepting them means paying merchant service fees. Contractors may offer cash discounts or add an upcharge, so consider how to handle merchant services.

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.