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corporate social responsibility

Corporate Social Responsibility: A New Measure of Sustainability

Although CSR programs are frequently adopted by larger corporations, smaller companies may also benefit.
Jim Hoff
February 3, 2017
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Corporate social responsibility (CSR) is one of the newest concepts to emerge in the field of sustainable business practices.
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A Tale of Two Industries

Rick Damato
Rick Damato
February 2, 2017
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Who among us doesn't dream of being part of a growth industry where sales are solid and the backlog is robust?
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subcontractor profits

How to Make Money as a New Roofing Subcontractor

Monroe Porter
February 2, 2017
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Each and every year it seems to be harder and harder to make money as a sub on new construction projects.
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new president

What President Trump Means for Labor and Employment in Roofing

Change is coming, but employers should know that moves from the Trump administration may not be immediate.
Richard Alaniz
January 1, 2017
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With the election of Donald Trump as the 45th president of the United States, the business community can almost certainly look forward to a new era.
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sustainable roofing

The Sustainable State of the Roofing Industry

In roofing it’s easy to focus on the day-to-day issues and miss the gradual changes that shape our industry.
Jim Hoff
January 1, 2017
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Changes related to sustainability have been substantial over the past decade. In less than ten years, we’ve witnessed the introduction of many new products and technologies.
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Integrating New Hires

Integrating New Hires at Your Roofing Company

The job market is competitive — it’s important to establish an environment where new employees can succeed.
Monroe Porter
January 1, 2017
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It's difficult to find a roofing contractor who doesn't moan and groan about the shortage of good, qualified workers.
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Not Your 'Average Joe'

Rick Damato
Rick Damato
January 1, 2017
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Not too long ago, I received a call from Joe, a long-time reader in Philadelphia who needed immediate attention.
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Things I Learned at Best of Success 2016

Rick Damato
Rick Damato
December 5, 2016
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This month's issue of Roofing Contractor contains our report on the 2016 Best of Success conference.
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exit planning

Exiting Your Business can be a Taxing Experience

Beware of these five critical decisions that could sabotage your business exit and retirement.
Joe Bazzano
December 2, 2016
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After long hours and substantial risk-taking, the business owner has created an asset that, if transferred efficiently, could provide financial security for themselves and their families.
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solar roofing

Solar Roofs: Are We There Yet?

To truly change the industry, Elon Musk’s ‘solar shingle’ must move the needle on more than just aesthetics.
Michael Carnahan
December 2, 2016
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SolarCity and Tesla's latest announcement for a solar roof sure did grab a lot of headlines and get us all talking about the prospects of an integrated solar shingle.
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