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The 7-Power Contractor

How to create a proactive marketing plan

Answering the call.
7 Power Blog
Al Levi
January 18, 2017

There’s nothing scarier than a phone that’s gone dead.


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Jen Anesi Editorial Opinion

A Donald Trump presidency

We now have a new president-elect.
Jen Anesi-Brombach
Jen Anesi-Brombach
December 11, 2016

What does the election mean for you, your business, and the plumbing industry?


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A look ahead at US economic growth in 2017

In the early 1980s, just 30 years ago, few could have foretold the amazing changes that have since taken place.
Morris Beschloss
December 11, 2016

What’s in store for US economic growth in 2017?


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Rodney Koop

Techs are techs — not salespeople

Technicians know how not to sell.
Rodney Koop
December 11, 2016

Some of us are squirrels — we’re just here for the nuts.


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5 hot tips for ending the year with a bang

Signed, sealed, delivered.
Adams Hudson
December 11, 2016

Start 2017 on the right foot.


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A December to remember

Let me tell you a story that happened last Christmas.
Dan Holohan
December 11, 2016

A leak on Christmas.


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6 ways to drive sustainable growth

This time of year, it’s easy to get caught up in all the holiday festivities.
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Kenny Chapman
December 11, 2016

It’s the perfect time to focus on how you are going to grow your business in the coming year.


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Why you should be politically correct

A change in terms.
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Julius Ballanco P.E., CPD
December 11, 2016

The plumbing world is no different from the rest of the country when it comes to political correctness.


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The 7-Power Contractor

When employees ask for a raise, have a plan

Don’t be a 5 o’clock hostage.
7 Power Blog
Al Levi
December 11, 2016

Think positively about your staff, even learn to love them.


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Use holiday cards to stand out this season

How to remember every customer.
Adams Hudson
November 29, 2016

Stand out this holiday season and you won’t be forgotten.


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