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Heating Perceptions | Scott Secor

Weekend house calls: A high-demand heating season

Scott Secor
Scott Secor
April 11, 2025

This has been busier than normal heating season. I suppose this winter was colder than most in the last decade. For the first time in years, we had to make numerous repairs to frozen pipes. There were many late nights and weekends that required me or my men to work extra hours. I’m sure we were not alone.


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Phantom stock and profit sharing for top talent

How offering meaningful financial incentives attracts quality talent to privately-owned business.
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Chris Buttenham
March 26, 2025

Small businesses can attract new talent by allowing employees to share in the company's success. Offering phantom stock and profit-sharing can help employees feel valued and invested, moving beyond just earning a paycheck.



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The Blue Collar Coach | Kenny Chapman

Empathy as a competitive advantage

Steps to lead with empathy to improve your business.
Kenny Chapman
Kenny Chapman
March 17, 2025

Empathy is a critical leadership tool in the home services trades, enhancing decision-making and fostering innovation, employee satisfaction, and retention. Research shows that empathetic leaders can significantly drive success, making it more than just a soft skill.



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Contractor's Corner | Dave Yates

Price complaint department

Price is not a dirty word!
Dave Yates
Dave Yates
March 17, 2025

Facing price complaints from customers? Remember to keep your cool! Start by empathizing with their frustrations about rising costs everywhere. Explain the challenges small businesses face, highlighting how online retailers can undercut prices due to lower overhead. Always keep the conversation constructive and focused on solutions. 



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Women in Plumbing: Catherine Filibes-Massih, Platsky Companies

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Natalie Forster
March 17, 2025

Meet Catherine Filibes-Massih, Director of Engineering at Platsky Companies.


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Women in Plumbing: Nicole Urizzo, New Jersey PHCC/NJPHCC Online Apprenticeship Academy

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Natalie Forster
March 17, 2025

Meet Nicole Urizzo, Executive Director of the New Jersey PHCC/NJPHCC Online Apprenticeship Academy.


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Women in Plumbing: Mary Phelps, Sloan

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Natalie Forster
March 17, 2025

Meet Mary Phelps, Strategic Account Manager at Sloan.


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Women in Plumbing: Hailey Mick, GF Building Flow Solutions Americas

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Natalie Forster
March 17, 2025

Meet Hailey Mick, Engineering Business Development Manager of GF Building Flow Solutions Americas (formerly Uponor).


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Women in Plumbing: Barbara Lynch, NIBCO

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Natalie Forster
March 17, 2025

Meet Barbara Lynch, Senior Advanced Quality Manager at NIBCO.


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Women in Plumbing: Linda Hudek, LH Plumbing Services

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Natalie Forster
March 17, 2025

Meet Linda Hudek, owner of LH Plumbing Services.


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