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Mark Swepston and Monica Yanscik: Tips to retain today's workforce

3 lessons learned to increase contracting businesses’ retention rates.
Mark Swepston Monica Yanscik
September 9, 2022

The great resignation has exposed just how vulnerable service and trade industries can be when there’s a shortage of skilled workers. As competitors promise new opportunities to try and tempt your company’s best and most seasoned employees, retention is crucial.


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Michael Copp: Contractors must change their narratives to instill a sense of hope, mutual trust and loyalty

You are dealers in hope!
Michael Copp
Michael Copp
September 8, 2022

You are a dealer in hope when you give your customer a sense of optimism by anticipating their fear, tackling their needs while offering great value and meeting their concerns on their terms.


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JeffWilder

Next Gen All Star: Jeff Wilder

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Natalie Forster
September 6, 2022

Plumbing & Mechanical’s inaugural Top 20 young professionals to watch in the plumbing industry.


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levi

Next Gen All Star: Levi Torres

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Nicole Krawcke
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Natalie Forster
September 6, 2022

Plumbing & Mechanical’s inaugural Top 20 young professionals to watch in the plumbing industry.


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JSteele

Next Gen All Star: Jenni Steele

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Nicole Krawcke
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Natalie Forster
September 6, 2022

Plumbing & Mechanical’s inaugural Top 20 young professionals to watch in the plumbing industry.


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CHRIS

Next Gen All Star: Chris Simons

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Nicole Krawcke
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Natalie Forster
September 6, 2022

Plumbing & Mechanical’s inaugural Top 20 young professionals to watch in the plumbing industry.


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Nicholas-Romanowski

Next Gen All Star: Nicholas Romanowski

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Nicole Krawcke
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Natalie Forster
September 6, 2022

Plumbing & Mechanical’s inaugural Top 20 young professionals to watch in the plumbing industry.


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Ongaro

Next Gen All Star: Javier Ongaro

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Nicole Krawcke
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Natalie Forster
September 6, 2022

Plumbing & Mechanical’s inaugural Top 20 young professionals to watch in the plumbing industry.


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Olsen

Next Gen All Star: Stephen Olsen

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Nicole Krawcke
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Natalie Forster
September 6, 2022

Plumbing & Mechanical’s inaugural Top 20 young professionals to watch in the plumbing industry.


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Nytko

Next Gen All Star: Lukasz Nytko

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Nicole Krawcke
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Natalie Forster
September 6, 2022

Plumbing & Mechanical’s inaugural Top 20 young professionals to watch in the plumbing industry.


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