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Monroe Porter offers business management advice geared specifically to roofing contractors.

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Don’t Take a Knife to a Gun Fight and Wonder Why You Lose

Monroe Porter

January 15, 2021

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Avoiding a bad situation is always better than trying to get out of one, so make sure you’re up-to-date on your rights and legal options.

Are You Prepared?

Monroe Porter

December 11, 2020

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A lot of us don’t think about dying or becoming sick, but it happens. Here are some things you can do to prepare for the unexpected.

'You Did What?' Dealing with Employee Mistakes

Monroe Porter

November 13, 2020

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We all make mistakes, but it’s important to determine if an employee is simply having a bad day, or is performing poorly.

Productivity is About Working Longer Not Harder

Monroe Porter

October 23, 2020

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Productivity is what you install and produce, not how hard you work. So take these steps to increase productivity.

How to Tell If Your Roofing Financials Are Accurate

Keeping accounting records can be a hassle, but putting in the time to ensure they’re accurate can lead to a better idea of your company’s health.

September 11, 2020

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Roofing contractors are notorious for poor paperwork and taking little interest in accounting.

Common Sense Branding for Roofing Contractors

For branding to be truly effective, it must be targeted, focused and backed up by great customer service.

Monroe Porter

August 21, 2020

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Branding is more than a logo or slogan.

Balancing Your Entrepreneurial Roofing Life and Career

Monroe Porter

July 24, 2020

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Striking a balance between work and life can be difficult, but learning to do so results in victories in both spheres.

Avoiding Financial Suicide as a Roofing Contractor

Monroe Porter

June 12, 2020

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Navigating tough economic times is never easy, but don’t make it harder by not being realistic about examining overhead costs.

Leading Your Business Through Tough Times

The coronavirus created economic challenges for all small businesses

Monroe Porter

April 30, 2020

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Tough times call for strong leadership. Take action and influence those around you. The good news is that existing businesses prosper when coming out of a recession.

Practicing Good Leadership As a Roofing Manager

Monroe Porter

April 10, 2020

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Good leadership is the result of practicing good habits, from planning and visualizing realistic goals to effective communications.

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