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Service Plumbing Pros | Matt Michel

4 things you must do to justify a higher price

Best practices for earning more revenue.
Matt Michel
Matt Michel
June 10, 2024

In every market, some companies offer low-priced products, while others offer high-priced premium products. If you want to justify a higher price, here are four things you must do.


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The Blue Collar Coach | Kenny Chapman

Shifting leadership styles from field to office

A guide for growing managers.
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Kenny Chapman
June 4, 2024

I have a question for all my fellow leaders in the trades: How well do you remember the days when you were solely in the field?


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BuyFin payment processing and consumer financing now available to help business owners unlock growth

May 7, 2024

BuyFin Payment Processing, which is offered in conjunction with third-party partners, helps business owners get paid faster from customers with competitive processing rates and a best-in-class technology platform, the company states.


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Service Plumbing Pros | Matt Michel

Networking for commercial plumbers

Nine ways to build key relationships.
Matt Michel
Matt Michel
May 7, 2024

Larry Taylor, a renowned contractor, believed that networking is the key to commercial sales. Business is built on relationships, and networking helps build them. Here are nine ways to network effectively.


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The Blue Collar Coach | Kenny Chapman

Nurturing the next generation of leaders in the home services trades

Best practices for succession planning.
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Kenny Chapman
May 3, 2024

Succession is a crucial phase for leaders. Proper planning and strategy can make it the best decision for the company.


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Service Plumbing Pros | Matt Michel

Beating the scalding and legionella paradox

Plumbers can spot add-on opportunities while on calls to help protect customers.
Matt Michel
Matt Michel
April 2, 2024

Scalding remains a hidden danger lurking in homes across the United States, particularly impacting the vulnerable. The plumber can avoid the unintended consequences of simply lowering water temperatures.


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The Blue Collar Coach | Kenny Chapman

Trust-filled culture builds happy workplace and boosts productivity

Cultivating a culture of trust
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Kenny Chapman
March 29, 2024

Trust-building in corporate culture often used to involve dramatic events like fire-walking retreats, placing the onus of risk and trust on team members. However, there's now a shift towards recognizing trust-building as a daily, intentional effort integral to creating positive workplace environments.


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Guest Editorial | Patrick Ritter

Best practices for managing finances

Tips for plumbing and heating contracting business owners.
Patrick Ritter
Patrick Ritter
March 11, 2024

As Leap Partners' CFO I handle financial statements, acquisitions, and sales. Small businesses often find finance tasks overwhelming. I work with them daily, guiding them to secure their financial standing. Through this, I've learned about common financial trends and errors. Recently, I shared my insights with a friend.


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Service Plumbing Pros | Matt Michel

7 reasons manufacturers advertise in the trade press

There are numerous advantages and benefits to advertising with Plumbing & Mechanical.
Matt Michel
Matt Michel
March 8, 2024

Every now and then I talk with a plumber who gripes about manufacturer ads in the trade press. Usually, the plumber believes the money could be better spent elsewhere, such as consumer advertising to make it easier for the plumber to sell the manufacturer’s products. Here are seven reasons why manufacturers advertise in the trade press.


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The Blue Collar Coach | Kenny Chapman

How to develop the next generation of leaders in the trades

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Kenny Chapman
March 4, 2024

The skilled trades industry is booming, and a new generation of passionate individuals is eager to join the workforce. Let's support and guide them to become the leaders of tomorrow. With my optimism and ideas, we can pave the way to their success. So, let's dive in and explore these ideas together!


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