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The Plight Of Our Trade

Frank Blau
June 1, 2000
I have received numerous letters more or less along the same lines, but none as eloquent as what you are about to read.
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Why We Sold Our Business

Ellen Rohr
June 1, 2000
When I meet and visit with people, the Question most Frequently Asked of me is “Why did you sell your business?”
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Here's $10 Million, Now Run With It

Jim Olsztynski
June 1, 2000
Some of the industry’s idle chatter concerns the perceived need to mount a nationwide publicity campaign to boost the image of the plumbing contractor.
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Beware Of Greeks Bearing Gifts

Jim Olsztynski
June 1, 2000
The gist of the article is that contractors/manufacturers (choose your audience) are wrong-headed in trying to put restrictions on utility affiliates, such as those engaged in marketing PHC services.
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Super Bowl Predictions 1998

Ellen Rohr
June 1, 2000
There are many similarities in “pro football” and “pro plumbing”: teams, keeping score, demanding customers, exchange of money.
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Another New Year - What Else Is New?

Paul Ridilla
June 1, 2000
Now that 1998 is upon us, I want to take a moment to see what progress has been made on our 1997 resolutions.
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What's to Come of Hydronic Heating ... OR At Least What I Hope For

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John Siegenthaler, P.E.
June 1, 2000
Here are a few things I think will happen in the hydronic heating industry in the near future.
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A Look Into My Crystal Ball

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Julius Ballanco P.E., CPD
June 1, 2000
Keeping these boneheaded predictions in mind, here is what I see in my crystal ball for the future.
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Mixing Wood And Water

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John Siegenthaler, P.E.
June 1, 2000
Burning wood for home heating is a way of life rather than just a fuel choice.
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Beyond Serfdom

Frank Blau
June 1, 2000
Is it unethical to steal employees from other contractors?
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