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Getting The Right Team In Place
One of the biggest challenges many of my clients face is having the right people. Prior to coaching I'd often hear: "If only I could find the right people my business would much more profitable." "I'd have less stress." "I spend more time managing my people than getting the work done and more."

How To Have A Highly Productive Team
Before you start complaining that your team are causing you headaches and not performing the way you want, take a look at yourself first. Gary who runs a plumbing business has 5 staff. He was always complaining that they were lazy, didn't use their initiative and would take advantage of him. We had Gary fill in our 'Productivity and Leadership Profile'. This process allows each team member to anonymously answer questions about how they see Gary in many areas including his leadership abilities, communication, organisation, etc. The process also allows Gary to answer the same questions on how he sees himself.

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The Donut King: The Early Years of Ron Joyce
He grew up in rural Nova Scotia in a house without plumbing and a wood stove for heating. Today, he has eight cars, owns a $60 million golf club resort, and has so much money he has even offered to fly people on trips anywhere in the world if they can help improve his golf swing. How did Ron Joyce get to where he is today? He did it by building a tiny coffee shop by the name of Tim Horton’s into one of Canada’s most beloved and successful brands.

What are your Signs Saying about your Company?
The other day I was driving down highway 55 in New Jersey doing about 70 in the passing lane. I looked in my rearview mirror and there is a van on my tail, very close, specially at 70. Now all I am trying to do is pass a few slower cars, I brake light him a bit, but instead of getting off my butt, he gets closer. I use to be a hot head, but now I think I am wiser, so I slow down and pull into the other lane. The guy zooms past me – ABC Plumbing*. Guess who is not going to be a customer of theirs.

How To Have A Highly Productive Team
Before you start complaining that your team are causing you headaches and not performing the way you want, take a look at yourself first. Gary who runs a plumbing business has 5 staff. He was always complaining that they were lazy, didn't use their initiative and would take advantage of him. We had Gary fill in our 'Productivity and Leadership Profile'. This process allows each team member to anonymously answer questions about how they see Gary in many areas including his leadership abilities, communication, organisation, etc. The process also allows Gary to answer the same questions on how he sees himself.

We Dont Need No Stinking Permits
Unless you’re renting simple office space odds are you will need to make some modifications to the space, be it adding walls, flooring, paint, electrical, plumbing, or any combination thereof.
Entrepreneurs – Getting Your Plumbing And Heating Business Better Known
You’ve got a great plumbing and heating business going. You thought that everyone needed a plumber but business is slow and you just don’t seem to be getting your name out there. What do you do?
Eliminating People Problems In Your Business
Mary and Ken own a plumbing business employing 9 other people. They used to always complain about how irresponsible their 'boys' were. They wouldn't consistently fill in the correct paperwork . This caused many hours to be wasted by the two office girls and created issues on-site due to basic carelessness. It was obvious that both Mary and Ken were 'too busy' that they overlooked Meeting with your peoplethe basics with their people. They did not communicate with them, hold regular meetings to discuss what was working well and how they can improve and there was no recognition and reward program.
Whether you want to Buy a Business or Sell Your Business - Let me ask you, have you ever wondered how to value a business?
Have you ever wondered how to value a business? Business valuation methods vary depending on whom you ask. Many business brokers use the common multiple method. For those who are searching for a business to buy or business owners looking to sell their business, valuing a business can be somewhat confusing. To gain a better understanding how business brokers value a business, I have provided an example. See why there is so much confusion and how you can overcome it yourself.
Hire a Plumbing Contractor for Major Plumbing Problems
During the construction of a new house or a commercial building, we are laying the foundation of the structure which has to be strong. The amount of plumbing work required at that time is too comprehensive and it is always wise to appoint a reputed plumbing contractor.

Construction & the M&A Market (under $25 million revenues)
A brief informal update of the status of the construction merger and acquisition market or business brokerage market as of the Spring or Summer of 2011. We conclude that the business brokerage or business sale market for construction companies, including engineering firms, electrical, plumbing, and mechanical contractors, is improving but still slow. Read for details.
Don't Get Pissed If Someone Cancels A Job
In the home services industry, plumbing, heating, air-conditioning, remodeling etc … there are going to be times things happen and people have to cancel a job. As a sales professional, you’ve done your job. You’ve post-closed, made sure everyone involved in the buying decision was comfortable and you get the phone call.
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