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7 Tips For Transitioning Out Of Your Business
Mark Richardson offers guidelines on how remodelers can make their next chapter the best one yet
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Building Envelope Solutions To Eliminate Thermal Bridging
Contractors must recognize how and where thermal bridging occurs so they can employ methods to eliminate it
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This CEO regularly found himself back at zero, but starting over again (and again) paid off
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Reasons to Get Sub Agreements in Writing
Sure, an informal agreement with minimal documentation is easy, but it could cost you time, money, and referrals
Don’t Come to Work High
Suspect substance abuse? Unless you have a policy in place, your choice in how to respond is to either tolerate it or fire the employee
Siding by the Book
The best siding companies make proper installation a calling card and point of differentiation
The Indispensable Office Manager
Many business owners think that an office manager should be the last person you hire as your company grows. Those with experience say otherwise.
Avoiding a wrongful termination lawsuit
The quality of your employment records may be the thing that fends off an expensive defense in court
20-Year-Old Decks: Repair or Replace?
Deck builders balance potential liability against the budget-conscious homeowner’s desire for just a repair
Should You Hire an Ex-Offender?
The benefits of hiring someone with a criminal record can outweigh the risks
Feeling Super Fried? Contractors at High Risk for Burnout
Small-business burnout is common, and the contracting business is especially vulnerable
Ways to Make Roof Repair Pay
For some roofing companies, 'customer for life' starts with a timely repair