If you’re working for a general contractor on a project, it’s important to be diligent to ensure your business is protected from things like unknown contract requirements or adjustments to the project schedule
Here are some insights from someone who has been both employee and owner on what it takes to get a drain cleaning business off to a successful start
Companies should be built around rational, financially focused decisions; the personal relationships that also arise in the business world can sometimes be at odds with that. But it’s possible to appease both ends of the spectrum.
Narrowing your focus and learning to delegate are key to building a successful business.
‘golden handcuffs’ agreement with your best employee is a smart way to reward your worker and optimize growth.
In his work, Raymond Gray doesn’t shy away from what he doesn’t know. Instead he embraces it — seeking out help or learning new skills — all in the name of good customer service.
Don’t waste your time trying to attract customers with tactics based on outdated information. Here’s the latest about the types of marketing that people truly respond to.
Instead of dousing new employees’ excitement with ineffective onboarding, use data-driven techniques that boost retention rates
It’s a good way to help customers take care of their property, but make sure you also guard your own interests when selling maintenance agreements
Getting better at navigating difficult conversations with employees makes you a better leader
Pay matters to an extent but not as much as you think. The key to employee retention resides in the perks and benefits you provide that create a pleasant workplace.
If you lease some of your equipment to meet your operational needs, a usage-based structure rather than a traditional fixed-term option could be a smart way to go
A new year might have you thinking about implementing some changes to your business operations. Use these five tips to help it go as smoothly as possible.
If you still cling to the pen-and-paper method for managing much of your operations but have been thinking about incorporating the aid of computer software, here’s a rundown of different factors to consider
Determining the value of your company is complicated, but in many cases you don’t need to pay thousands of dollars for a formal valuation
A business texting tool can help you reply to customers quickly and land more jobs
Making use of the live video feature on platforms like Facebook and Instagram can help boost brand awareness and build customer trust
