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Small Shop Talk: The Effort-to-Effect Ratio

Ellen Rohr
September 1, 2006
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When I was a new mother, I remember calling my mom in tears. "I've fed him, changed him, rocked him, sung to him," I sobbed, "and he just won't go to sleep. What do I do now?
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Safety Advice: Road Food

Chip Macdonald
September 1, 2006
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Our fluctuating, mobile economy has forced many contractors today to travel further afield in search of work in regions of the country where building permits are on the rise.
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Measuring Up: Blood Is Thicker Than Water, But It Can Gum Up Your Business

Monroe Porter
September 1, 2006
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When done right, few things are more rewarding than running a successful family business. However, family businesses can include sticky family issues that can become heart-wrenching traps for family members.
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Technical Details: Proper Application of SPF Systems

John D'Annunzio
September 1, 2006
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Proper application of sprayed polyurethane foam (SPF) systems is required for the long-term success of the system. Installation is comprised of three stages...
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View from the Top: Warranty Calls Equal Opportunities

Mike Feazel
September 1, 2006
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No matter what you call them - callbacks, warranties, or disruptions - these calls from a potentially upset homeowner are always an opportunity.
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Editor's Note: Information That Can Boost Your Business - And Possibly Save Your Skin

Rick Damato
Rick Damato
August 1, 2006
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Elsewhere in this issue of Roofing Contractor (pages 44-49, to be exact) you will find an invitation to attend our third annual Best of Success conference, which will be held in Phoenix Sept. 21-22, 2006.
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Smart Business: Mind Your Telephone Manners

Jim Olsztynski
August 1, 2006
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I'm in a bad mood right now, which makes it a good time to address a pet peeve. The reason is a phone call I made - two phone calls, actually - trying to reschedule an annual appointment with my ophthalmologist.
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Small Shop Talk: Down With Debt!

Ellen Rohr
August 1, 2006
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As a consultant, I sometimes encounter resistance to solid advice. "Do this," I suggest, "and you can make more money." Most of my clients take the advice, and the proof is in the pudding.
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Measuring Up: Succession Strategies for Contractors - Myth vs. Reality

Monroe Porter
August 1, 2006
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Life passes through stages and goals change. When we were 10 years old, many of us wanted to be a fireman; at 16, a rock star. Somehow we ended up becoming a contractor.
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Technical Details: Essential Elements For Successful Roof Applications

John D'Annunzio
August 1, 2006
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What is the best roof system? This question is posed to members of our industry on a daily basis. Although there are strong opinions from all sectors of the industry on the answer to this question, the answer actually depends on several factors.
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