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Why Contractors Must Pay Attention to Notice Requirements on Construction Contracts

Construction Business Coaching

As much as 50% of all profits made or lost on construction projects can be a result of managing the contract properly

By not documenting conflicts or changes in a timely and complete manner, contractors inadvertently shift more responsibility onto their own shoulders and can lose the right to collect.

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How to Deal with Chloride Challenges in Residential Concrete Foundation Pours

Concrete Foundations Association (CFA)

Concrete Foundations Assoc. explains the complexity of maximum chloride levels permitted in residential concrete and how concrete contractors can ensure quality foundation pours

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How to Keep Your Construction Sales Staff Productive Not Just Busy

The Contractor's Business Coach

Discipline, established goals, focus, meeting the important decision makers and having an abundance of promising activity all help sales professionals be productive not just "busy"

Increase your sales productivity by establishing a sales process that works for you and your industry. Then you must follow-it vigorously.

Make Sure Employees Get and Stay Educated on Equipment

Detmer Consulting Inc.

One of the primary indicators of the strength of an equipment rental company is the degree that its employees are truly educated on its inventory.

How to Approach Jobsite Safety Meetings

Tips and topics to help you engage your workers to keep them safe.

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How to Sell More Than Low Price to Boost Your Construction Business' Bottom Line

Construction Business Coaching

Here are the sales process contractors should be investing in to differentiate their bids and bring real bottom-line and top-line success to their businesses

If you want to sell more than price and improve your profit margins, you’ve got to offer more than a low price on a piece of paper. You must do something to convince customers your company is the best choice.

Plan to Get Max Benefit from Tax Extenders

GB Financial Services, LLC

Sec 179 and bonus depreciation can offer tax advantages, but they need to be used properly.

Improve Your Sales Culture to Improve Your Sales People

The Contractor's Business Coach

Working to improve your sales culture will help keep your sales people accountable and happy

One of the best ways to keep sales people accountable is to celebrate successes with them and don't bash them for the little mistakes. We hold them accountable by how we treat them. Treat them well.

10 Construction Trends Shaping the Industry in 2016 and Beyond

The Korte Company

Emerging technologies and construction practices will transform the construction industry and lead to projects that are faster, safer and less expensive

From cutting-edge building technologies to innovative construction methods and better decision-making systems, projects are getting smarter.

How to Evaluate Your Construction Business and Make It Your Dream Business

Construction Business Coaching

Take a look at where your construction business is, decide where you want to be in five or 10 years, and then determine what steps to take

Most businesses never get to the next level because the owner is not willing to make the necessary changes to make it happen. What factors are holding your company back from becoming a better business, growing or making a profit?

How Construction Contractors Can Get the Most Out of 2016

GB Financial Services, LLC

For a successful New Year, plan ahead, manage cash flow and keep an eye on conditions likely to impact the industry.

Improving Your Construction Office Efficiency

The Contractor's Business Coach

Understaffed front offices and insufficient technology are the most common causes of office driven field delays

Invest money in your front office tools and space. Never underestimate the havoc front office inefficiency will have on your field costs and therefore your bottom line.

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