Category: Coaching & Consulting
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Be the Problem Solver Clients Remember
As asphalt contractors we wear many hats, but the most critical one is that of a problem solver. Every day, we navigate a maze of challenges—crumbling pavement, tight schedules, or complex site conditions. Yet, the problems that matter most are those of our clients. By focusing on their needs and delivering creative, practical solutions, we…
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9 Steps to Keep New Asphalt Crew Members from Quitting
Almost every pavement maintenance contractor will be adding to their employee count by hiring new workers this year. It is incredibly important that those contractors set the pace and expectations they desire for the new worker. How a new worker is assimilated into the crew, that is, made to feel like one of the crew…
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Transform Your Asphalt Maintenance Operation With Internal Customer Service
In the asphalt maintenance and reconstruction industry, we’re laser-focused on delivering a quality product to our clients, smooth, durable pavements that stand the test of time. But here’s a question that doesn’t get asked enough: How do we treat our internal customers? It’s a concept that might sound foreign at first, especially in a trade…
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Eye On Rental – Equipment Rental Shops Should Prepare for the Upcoming Year Now
The topics of preparation and efficiency planning have always been important. However, for all the obvious reasons (including the tight labor market, ever-increasing competition, and significantly higher costs of doing business) now is the time to place and even higher priority on these topics. Every equipment rental business is different of course but here are…
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Why Cash Flow Determines Long-Term Success in Construction
In the construction industry, it’s easy to get caught up by seven-figure contracts and impressive profit margins. But while revenue and profitability are important, they can mask an underlying threat that has taken down many otherwise successful contractors: poor cash flow management. Profit Isn’t Enough: The Cash Flow Blind Spot Many business owners equate financial…
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EPDs in Precast Concrete Projects
As sustainability becomes a central driver in construction, environmental product declarations (EPDs) are emerging as powerful tools for the entire building value chain. The Precast/Prestressed Concrete Institute (PCI) recently released updated, third-party verified, regionalized industry-average EPDs that reflect real production data from across 11 U.S. regions, helping stakeholders make informed decisions based on location, product…
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6 Tips to Build a Culture of Safety in Construction
In construction, safety isn’t something you check off a list during orientation. It’s a constant, evolving part of the job — no matter how long you’ve been in the industry or what role you play. Whether someone’s just getting started or has been on sites for decades, there’s always more to learn and reinforce. From…
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4 Rules for Smarter Economic Forecasting in Construction
Planning for the future has never been as vital — nor as daunting — as it is today. The past five years have demonstrated just how tumultuous the construction industry can be – from supply chain disruptions and labor shortages to rapid inflation and regulatory shifts, each year seems to bring new and unforeseen changes.…
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Talking Points for Epoxy Coating for Concrete Contrators
Contractors are usually on the first line of defense when it comes to advising clients on the longevity and durability of their concrete structures. While solutions like migrating corrosion inhibitors are excellent for addressing rebar corrosion, it’s crucial to recognize that concrete floors face their own unique set of threats. Heavy traffic, chemical spills, and…
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The Intrapreneur’s Guide to Building a U.S. Subsidiary from the Ground Up
Intrapreneurship — the art of harnessing entrepreneurial energy within an existing organization — takes many forms. It can be implemented at the department level, where a new department or team explores innovative approaches in operations, marketing, IT, etc. It can happen at the division level, where a new product, service or line of business is…