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Recruiting and Training: Finding Future All-Stars

May 01, 2012

 Tom Hanks in the movie “Forrest Gump” said, “Life is like a box of chocolates. You never know what you’re going to get.” 


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More Than Just a Single Ply

May 01, 2012

 It has been my privilege to work in the roofing industry for more than 36 years, starting as an estimator in 1976.  


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If Unemployment Is So High, How Come I Can’t Find Anybody?

May 01, 2012

 While unemployment is at record highs, our customers constantly complain about the difficulty of finding good employees.


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Growing Awareness

May 01, 2012

When a startling piece of news relating to the roof-contracting industry crosses my radar I have a tendency to jump on it, but it has taken me months to make a public mention on this topic. 


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Ten Tips for More Effective Sales Presentations

April 05, 2012

 "You never get a second chance to make a first impression.”  


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Recognizing Cool Roofs … Plus

April 04, 2012

 As part of the RoofPoint rating program for sustainable roofing systems, the Center has developed a unique approach to the selection of energy-efficient roof surfaces.  


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I Am Tired and I Want to Quit, Succeed or Something …

April 04, 2012
As a business owner, do you ever burn out or get stressed?  

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A Capital Idea

April 04, 2012

 

It appears that the economy has turned around and growth opportunities appear better than they have been in years. 

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Technical Details: Drainage Requirements

March 08, 2012

 The detriments of standing water on the roof surface are well documented and quite extensive.  


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Zero To Hero: Magnet Advertising

March 08, 2012

 Traditional advertising attempted to interrupt, disengage and refocus attention from what the audience was doing to promote a product or service. 


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Shots From The Maverick: 2012 Fundraiser Benefits Colorado Youth Outdoors

The Maverick was held May 4-6 at Sylvan Dale Guest Ranch in Loveland, Colo. The event is a sporting clays shoot and fundraiser for Colorado Youth Outdoors, whose mission is to strengthen relationships between youth and their parents through traditional outdoor activities.Several members of the roofing industry were on hand to support the event, whose corporate sponsors include Prologis and Johns Manville. 

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