Business & Technology

The tariff wars that are affecting the world economy are having an impact on contractors everywhere. The ongoing uncertainty is pushing up prices...

Picture this situation: A skilled technician calls in their resignation tomorrow. What happens next? Jobs pile up, schedules get disrupted, your remaining...

We all know that finding great people in the trades has never been harder. Demand for skilled plumbers and technicians is skyrocketing...

Time bleeds differently than money. Money disappears from obvious places. You can see it drain from bank statements and invoices, but time...

You know that friend who’s always there when you are in need? The one who shows up on time, follows through on...

This past winter, someone at the WWETT Show told me I look even younger in person than I do in my column...

It can be tough to grow your business without a steady flow of new customers. Generating leads is crucial to business growth...

Artificial Intelligence is transforming industries everywhere, and the trades are no exception. While the idea of robots replacing skilled workers may make headlines,...

You’ve got the customers. You’ve got the contracts. Maybe you’re eyeing new territory or replacing aging trucks. But growth doesn’t come cheap,...

As a business owner, you understand the value of effective marketing and advertising to your business. However, communicating your vision to a...

Have you ever wondered what will happen to your business if there isn’t a family member ready or willing to take over?...

Last quarter, 1.2 million entrepreneurs officially started new businesses. A lot of new founders, sure, but down from the 1.4 million who...

Life changes. Sometimes for the better. Sometimes for the worse. Managing a business is no small task even when things are even-keeled,...

Working as a field technician — no matter if you’re in septic pumping, plumbing, HVAC, or another skilled trade — means you're the...

For many businesses, modernizing operations is still a challenge to tackle. Automation and moving over to digital processes can drive better efficiencies...

There are definite upsides to working with family members. They know your personality, they’re familiar with your communication style and work ethic,...

Another joy of adulting. I’ve got to have one of those thorny conversations. Not fun.” Difficult conversations are inevitable at some point in...