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Expert Conversations
Word of mouth still works – It just looks different
By Emma Peterson. Angi’s co-founder stops by for a conversation about how contractors can build trust and generate leads in a digital world. Before the advent of the Internet, word of mouth was one of the best ways to find new business as hearing another person’s positive experience is ...
How Heritage is leading the outdoor industry
By Emma Peterson. Through key partnerships and initiatives, Heritage is uplifting outdoor living professionals around the country. Founded in 2018, Heritage’s vision is to form a “network of the best independent distributors to provide exceptional customer service while increasing our value as a trusted growth partner to top manufacturers in ...
Proprietary weather technology improves safety and efficiency
By Jenny Yu. Flash Weather AI combines public and patented data sources to deliver address-specific forecasting and safety alerts. As severe weather events continue to impact outdoor operations across the country, contractors and facility managers are increasingly turning to forecasting technology to improve safety and efficiency. In this episode of ...
From McMansions to green homes: Modern homeowner priorities
By Emma Peterson. In this Contractor Outlook, we dive into what today’s homeowners really want alongside Allison Hadley. Allison Hadley is the spokesperson of American Home Shield (AHS), a home warranty provider in the United States. Allison was commissioned by AHS to conduct independent consumer research in the home ...
Achieve lasting results the first time around
By Jenny Yu. Contractors can save time and improve performance with advanced coating solutions like Heavy Shield Plus. As patios, pool decks and driveways take on heavier use and greater exposure to the elements, contractors are under increasing pressure to deliver long-lasting results. In this episode of From the ...
When your company grows beyond you
By Emma Peterson. How succession planning and fractional advisors help owners secure their legacy and their company’s future. In the trades, businesses often start as small, family-owned operations. And when these businesses are small, it’s natural that many owners find themselves wearing multiple hats and managing a seemingly endless ...
Set your business up for success
By Emma Peterson. Seasoned business consultant John Kenney dives into the traits of top-performing contractors. With over 45 years of experience as a contractor in the field prior to switching to his current role as a consultant, John Kenney of Cotney Consulting Group has seen a lot of businesses succeed, ...
Know when to hold ‘em, and know when to walk away
By Emma Peterson. Understanding when fighting a claim is the right move, and when settling makes more sense. In a new episode of From the Ground Up™, Karol Weyman talks to John Kenney about handling legal claims. John is the CEO of Cotney Consulting Group, where he offers ...
Fasteners that separate themselves from the pack
By Jenny Yu. K9 Fasteners deliver speed, strength and safety for contractors. In a recent From the Ground Up episode, host Karol Weyman spoke with Barry Campbell of Campbell Contracting LLC and K9 Fasteners® about how innovation in fastening technology is helping contractors improve efficiency, safety and cost effectiveness ...
Is AI coming for our jobs?
By Emma Peterson. Denver Riggleman shares his thoughts on how AI will impact jobs and the larger workforce. As AI and automation increasingly become present in our daily lives, a common concern is that these technologies will take jobs away from people. This type of concern is not new. Every ...
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