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The 7-Power Contractor

Al Levi: Busting the multitasking myth

It doesn’t have to be "déjà vu all over again."
7 Power Blog
Al Levi
November 14, 2018

It’s déjà vu all over again” is a famous quote by the late, great Yogi Berra. I’ve lived this scenario, and I’m betting you have, too. I’m talking about callbacks — the woe of the contracting industry.


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Jim Hamilton: The difference between goals and systems

Jim Hamilton
October 25, 2018

Focus on the process for achieving sustainable results — not just the results themselves.


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Ray Wohlfarth: A dangerous situation

Ray Wohlfarth
October 23, 2018

It’s important to always be mentally present at every service call.


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Matt Michel

Matt Michel: 6 reasons to attend Service World Expo

Matt Michel
Matt Michel
October 23, 2018

The annual event takes place Oct. 10-12 in Las Vegas.


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Kenny Chapman: Train to retain your employees

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Kenny Chapman
October 22, 2018

A culture of learning can help lower your turnover rate.


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Adams Hudson: Marketing secrets from online giants

Adams Hudson
October 22, 2018

Contractors are poised to use marketing method previously reserved for billionaires.


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John Siegenthaler: Radiant panel systems

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John Siegenthaler, P.E.
October 22, 2018

Radiant floors don’t necessarily have to feel warm to work properly.


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Dan Holohan: Why this truck?

Dan Holohan
October 15, 2018

It pays to have the right vehicle for the job.


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The 7-Power Contractor

Al Levi: Demanding vs. pursuing perfection

7 Power Blog
Al Levi
October 15, 2018

Don’t let the 'perfection monster' keep you and your company down.


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Jen Anesi Editorial Opinion

Jen Anesi-Brombach: Weapons in the workplace

Jen Anesi-Brombach
Jen Anesi-Brombach
October 10, 2018

Is it ever OK for a service tech to carry a weapon on the job?


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