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2024 NextGen ALL-STARS Top 20 under 40 Matt Bahr
Plumbing & Mechanical Next Gen ALL-STARS

2024 Next Gen All-Star: Matt Bahr

Top 20 Under 40 Plumbing Professional
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Nicole Krawcke
September 3, 2024

Meet 2024 Next Gen All Star, Matt Bahr.


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2024 NextGen ALL-STARS Top 20 under 40 Jorge Aguilar
Plumbing & Mechanical Next Gen ALL-STARS

2024 Next Gen All-Star: Jorge Aguilar

Top 20 Under 40 Plumbing Professional
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Nicole Krawcke
September 3, 2024

Meet 2024 Next Gen All Star, Jorge Aguilar.


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2024 Next Gen All Stars: Top 20 Under 40 Plumbing Professionals

Plumbing & Mechanical’s third annual Top 20 young professionals to watch in the plumbing industry.
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Nicole Krawcke
September 3, 2024

This month, we honor our third annual class of Next Gen All Stars. Here’s a brief introduction to the individuals 40 years old or younger that bring optimism, new skills and a hunger for success to the plumbing industry.


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PEXa plumbing system provides long-lasting toughness in dairy barn project

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August 26, 2024

Dairy farming is vital for rural communities and household nutrition. Durable materials like REHAU PEXa plumbing systems are essential for dairy barn construction. Three WRC dairy barn projects feature these systems.


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Resort tackles corrosion on the water

GF Piping Systems’ flow meters, transmitters and corrosion-free thermoplastic butterfly valves provide sustainable solutions to resort challenges.
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The Sofitel Quiberon resort in France offers thalassotherapy treatments using the power of the ocean to heal, with the help of sophisticated technology and corrosion-free valves from GF Piping Systems.



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Commercial boiler melts away concerns of two Washington businesses

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August 16, 2024

The Pass Life community near Summit at Snoqualmie ski resort struggles to keep up with snow removal due to quick snow accumulation. Traditional methods like shoveling and snowblowing are insufficient.


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Ensure clear, effective communication with customers and your team.

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Nicole Krawcke
August 15, 2024

I reached out to some of the best coaches in the industry for some perspective on communicating clearly and effectively with customers and each other and best practices for how contractors should handle communication breakdowns.


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Leadership tips and best practices

Build your best team.
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Kevin Hill
August 14, 2024

When we hear about a 'dream team,' our minds envision the perfect basketball team or a group of highly skilled attorneys assembled for a high-profile legal matter. But creating a team that consistently delivers great results shouldn't be limited to sports or legal teams.


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How should you handle merchant service fees?

Quit looking at merchant service fees as an expense.
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Matt Michel
August 9, 2024

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.


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How scorecards help level-up your team.

Scoring for success
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Kenny Chapman
August 7, 2024

Last month, I introduced the core elements of our training: organizational charts, scorecards, and processes. These form the foundation of your business, providing clarity and accountability. This month, we'll focus on scorecards and how they contribute to team success.


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