Is there a diner, or local family restaurant in your town or neighborhood that you frequent? When you walk in the door, they typically have a chalk board with the […]
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No one likes to go see the doctor. Generally it is unpleasant because you are not feeling well, or something hurts. You put it off as long as possible and […]
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The New Year has started with a big freeze in most of the country. It is great for the plumbing business, but it is also a distraction. A sharp freeze […]
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You know there is a big difference between, “I need more people because my business is growing” and “I need people because I can’t keep the ones I have.” I […]
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I just copied this from a friend’s page. It’s the best description I’ve seen yet. What is a plumber? A plumber is someone, who, like no other trades person, must […]
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This is the time of year when some business owners start planning for next year. Some will actually create a budget, although for the most part, it is only one-half […]
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It has been said that the manager’s job is to plan, organize and coordinate. The leader’s job is to inspire and motivate. In today’s business environment leadership and management seem […]
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There is a great deal of confusion among the populace concerning the terms markup and margin. I encounter it all the time. I guess the way we use the terms […]
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I am not sure how you started your business, or why, but for the most part, plumbers do not set out with their life’s goal to own a service plumbing […]
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Most small businesses have terrible financials. Their accountant understands accounting and creates sales and expense categories well enough to do the company taxes. That is enough to keep them out […]
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