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Sustainability and Business

RCSI Jake Magalsky - 6 ways contractors use sustainability in their business and sales
6 ways contractors use sustainability in their business and sales
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Industry Advocacy

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Getting involved with industry advocacy
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Subcontractor Safety

RCSI - Wendy Marvin - Keeping an eye on the paper trail
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How a good subcontractor is crucial to a successful project
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Find success with subcontractors with clear communication
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Competitive Strategies

January 2024 Influencer RCS Charles Antis
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How to prepare for economic uncertainty
RCSI - Allison Woslager - Integrating technology for business success
Integrating technology for business success
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3 factors of success to take into the new year
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Holiday Culture

RCSI John Kenney - Night Before Christmas
Twas the Night Before Christmas – A Roofer's Tale
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Growing company culture during the holidays
John Kenney - RCSI - Diversity in the roofing industry during the holidays
Diversity in the roofing industry during the holidays
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Offering Employee Benefits

Trent Cotney November 2023 Influencer
Employee benefits to offer besides better pay
RCSI - Pietsch - Empowering your workforce
Empowering your workforce
Greg Serevetas RCS November 2023 Influencer
What should roofing companies be looking at around employee benefits for the upcoming year?
John Kenney RCS November 2023 Influencer
Strategic employee benefits planning for roofing companies in the coming year
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Owning Your Data

Peter Horch - Cybersecurity options
Cybersecurity options for you
RCS October Influencer Trent Cotney 2023
Essential precautions to take with cyber security
RCS Influencer October 2023 John Kenney
Data Protection in the Roofing Industry
Greg Serevetas October RCS Influencer 2023
Taking Proactive Measures to Safeguard Company Data
Read More about Owning Your Data »

Family Business

RCS Influencer Trent Cotney September 2023
Why You Should Start Making Succession Plans Early
John Kenney September RCS influencer 2023
Building Succession Plans in Roofing: Navigating Generational Change While Keeping Bonds Intact
Rae Fistonich September 2023 influencer
Turning a Business Into an Employee-owned Company
Steve Little September 2023 influencer
Using EOS to Create a Succession Plan
Read More about Family Business »

Reviews

John Kenney august rcs influencer 2023
Leveraging Reviews and Software Solutions in the Roofing Industry
Trent Cotney August 2023 influencer
Using Software to Engage With Business Reviews
Heidi Ellsworth Reviews
Online Reviews are Vital to Your Business
Read More about Reviews »

Robotics Revolution

John Kenney July RCS influencer 2023
How Automation and Robotics Will Transform Roofing Installation and Tackling Labor Shortages
Trent Cotney Robotics Revolution
Technology Fills the Gap Between Supply and Demand
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Material Coordination

Wendy Marvin May 2023 influencer
7 Tips for Facing Material Management Challenges
Peter Horch May influencer 2023
Gaining Control of Your Own Roofing Materials
Trent Cotney May 2023 influencer
Using Warehouses to Store Excess Materials
Read More about Material Coordination »

Changing Course

Lee Lipniskis April 2023 influencer
Reaching Out to Your Network During a Business Crisis
John Kenney RCS influencer April 2023
Planning for Disaster Before it Strikes
Steve Little April 2023 influencer
Helpful Resources When Facing a Business Crisis
Ro Lewis April 2023 Influencer
Adapting to Change During a Business Crisis
Read More about Changing Course »

Latino Culture

Mandy McIntyre march 2023 influencer
Providing Resources and Building Connections With Your Latino Crew Members
Trent Cotney March influencer latino culture
Providing a Path for Latino Roofing Industry Members
John Kenney Creating a Strong and Inclusive Culture
Creating a Strong and Inclusive Work Culture
Charles Antis March influencer
Listening and Learning From the Latino Community
Read More about Latino Culture »

Working with Distribution

John Kenney February influencer 2023
How to Build a Successful Relationship With Distribution Companies
Marty Stout February influencer
Finding Success by Supporting Distribution
February Influencer SA Roofing
Create a Partnership With Your Distributors for Continued Success
Trent Cotney Working with Distribution
Develop Strong Relationships With Your Suppliers
Read More about Working with Distribution »

Understanding Your Numbers

John Kenney January influencer 2023
Why Roofing Companies Must Understand Their Numbers
SA Roofing January influencer
Knowing the Basics of Your Business Numbers is Crucial
Anna Anderson RCS January influencer
Understanding Business Numbers Through a Marketing Lens
Marty Stout January influencer
The Importance of Understanding Job Costing
Read More about Understanding Your Numbers »

Cause Marketing

Anna Anderson RCS December influencer
Using Cause Marketing to Gain Business Exposure
Charles Antis December influencer
Changing Lives Through Company Cause Marketing
Read More about Cause Marketing »

Culture in Recruitment

Anna Anderson November influencer
Quality Company Culture is Key to Retaining Employees
Arty Molinari Company Culture
Company Culture Thrives in a Remote Setting
SA Roofing November influencer
Why Your Company's Culture Means Everything
Ashley and Seth Pietsch November influencer
Retaining Good Employees Starts by Recruiting Them
Read More about Culture in Recruitment »

Generational Knowledge

Anna Anderson Generational Knowledge
Why Great Employees Should Document Their Job Description
John Esbenshade Generational Knowledge
Industry Experts are Encouraged to Share Their Wealth of Knowledge
Mandy McIntyre Generational Knowledge
Utilizing Online Resources to Bridge the Generational Gap
Read More about Generational Knowledge »

Emerging Technologies

Mandy McIntyre Emerging Technologies
Technology Saves Time
Read More about Emerging Technologies »

Mergers & Acquisitions

Trent Cotney July influencer
Successful Mergers and Acquisitions Require Careful Planning
RCS Influencer Seth Pietsch Mergers and Acquisitions
Know the Party You’re Merging With Inside and Out
SA Roofing Mergers and Acquisitions
Do Your Research Before Merging Your Company
Tammy Hall Mergers & Acquisitions
Mergers and Acquisitions are Always Negotiable
Read More about Mergers & Acquisitions »

Collections

Mandy McIntyre June Influencer
Be Thorough With Your Collection Processes
Ashley and Seth Pietsche June influencer
Showcase Your Professionalism by Improving Your Invoicing Process
Read More about Collections »

Client Bad for Business

Mandy McIntyre May influencer
Staying True to Your Company’s Core Values
Anna Anderson May Influencer
Empower Your Sales Team to Say “No” to Problem Clients
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Customer and Company Relationships Should be Mutual
Kendall Ekerson May influencer
How to Prevent Problems With Clients Before They Arise
Read More about Bad For Business Clients »

Toxic Employees

Danny Kerr April influencer
Conflict Management Meetings are Good Practice With Toxic Employees
April influencer SA Roofing
Hire Employees Who Fit Your Company’s Culture
John Kiesel April influencer
Problems With Toxic Employees Stem From Emotional Intelligence
Mandy McIntyre April influencer
Seeing the Problem of Toxic Employees From All Angles
Read More about Toxic Employees »

Family Business

RCS Influencer Trent Cotney September 2023
Why You Should Start Making Succession Plans Early
John Kenney September RCS influencer 2023
Building Succession Plans in Roofing: Navigating Generational Change While Keeping Bonds Intact
Rae Fistonich September 2023 influencer
Turning a Business Into an Employee-owned Company
Steve Little September 2023 influencer
Using EOS to Create a Succession Plan
Read More about Family Businesses »

Mistakes

Arty Molinari February Influncer
It’s Never Too Early to Start Your Business
Mandy Mistakes
Overcoming Mistakes by Being Self Aware
Anna Anderson Mistakes
Own Your Weaknesses to Move Forward From Them
Seth & Ashley Mistakes
5 Tried and True Ways to Build a Team Aligned With Company Values
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Material Shortages

Seth and Ashley Material Shortages
Make Sure Your Company is Covered
Anna Anderson Material Shortages
A Marketing Perspective on Material Shortages
John Kiesel Material Shortages
Adapting to the Material Shortage Crisis
Martin Stout Material Shortages
Material Shortages Will Pass: Build a Workable Plan and Stay Patient
Read More from Material Shortages »

Business Goals in 2022

Rae July Business Goals in 2022
Restructuring a Roofing Company Inside and Out
Mandy McIntyre Business Plan in 2022
Strategic Business Plans Going Into 2022
Seth and Ashley Business Goals in 2022
Showing Appreciation to Clients by Maintaining Connections
Thea Dudley Business Goals in 2022
Make 2022 the Year You Get Rid of Bad Debt
Read More from Business Goals in 2022 »

Employees Give Back

Rae July Employees Give Back
Giving for Giving’s Sake
Ashley & Seth Employees Give Back
Giving Back to Those Who Need it Most
Charles Antis Give Back
Encourage Your Team to Give Back
Trent Cotney Employees Give Back
Helping Employees Give Back
Read More about Employees Give Back »

Utilizing Distributors

Danny Kerr Utilizing Distributors
Your Distributor Offers Products, but do They Offer Support?
Charles Antis Utilizing Distributors
It’s All About Communication
Tammy Hall Utilizing Distributors
Distributors Are a Member of Your Team
Wendy Marvin Utilizing Distributors
Create Relationships with Your Distributor
Read More from Utilizing Distributors »

Experience with Customer Portals

Thea Dudley Customer Portals
Easy, Convenient and Good for Business
Rae July Customer Portals
A Hit or Miss Experience
Trent Cotney Customer Portals
Ensuring That Customer Portals Are Secure and Suitable
Read More from Experience with Customer Portals »

Trying New Technology

Wendy Marvin New Technology
New Technology is Essential for Growth
Thea Dudley Trying New Technology
Technology is Waiting for You!
Greta Bajrami Trying New Technology
Everyone Benefits from Technology in Roofing
Seth and Ashley Trying New Technology
Keeping Up with the Times
Read More from Trying New Technology »

Handling Reviews

Heidi Ellsworth Handling Reviews
Look to Loyal Customers for Reviews
Ashley & Seth Handling Reviews
Follow Up Leads to Better Reviews
Mandy McIntyre Handling Reviews
Symptoms Versus Problems in Handling Negative Reviews
Rae July Handling Reviews
Take Every Review with a Grain of Salt
Read More from Handling Reviews »

Employee Benefits

Mandy McIntyre Employee Benefits
Some States Offer Free Health and Wellness Benefit Programs
Seth and Ashley Getting Creative
Getting Creative With Employee Engagement
Charles Antis Employee Benefits
Fulfillment in Every Job
Tammy Hall Employee Benefits
Employee Satisfaction is Essential for Long-term Success
Read about Employee Benefits »

Roofing Day In D.C.

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Advocate for pro-growth tax policies on Roofing Day!
Rae July March
Think Outside the Box to Staff our Industry
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Address the Labor Shortage at Roofing Day
Seth and Ashley Roofing Day
Roofing is an Essential Business
Read More on Roofing Day In D.C. »

Tradeshow Strategy

Seth and Ashley Tradeshow Strategy
Trade Shows Provide Outstanding Educational Opportunities
Trent Cotney Tradeshow Strategy
Key Steps for a Successful Tradeshow
Thea Dudley Tradeshows
Tradeshows Will Likely Always Have a Virtual Component
Wendy Marvin Tradeshow Strategy
Maximize Your Return from Trade Shows
Read about Tradeshow Strategies »

Marketing Plan

Charles Antis Marketing Plan
Marketing is About Making Alliances
Danny Kerr Marketing Plan
The Biggest Marketing Plan Mistake, And How To Avoid It
Rae July Marketing Plan
Marketing Success Through Relationships
Ashley & Seth Marketing Plan
Marketing Plans Provide Direction
Read about Marketing Plans »

Growing Your Business

Wendy Marvin 2023 influencer grow your business
Ways to Sell Creatively – Setting Yourself Apart From Your Competitors
Thea Dudley Growing Your Business
Looking Ahead, In Retrospect
Mandy McIntyre Growing Your Business
Grow Profitability and Efficiency in 2021
Wendy Marvin Growing Your Business
2021 Growth Comes from What was Learned in 2020
Read about Growing Your Business »

How Do You Give Back

Heidi Ellsworth Giving Back
The Roofing Community Inspires Giving Back
Mike Pickel Giving Back
Giving Back is a Core Value
Seth and Ashley November
Giving Back Lifts Spirits and Brings People Together
Charles Antis New Hires
Be ‘All In’ When Giving Back
Read about giving back »

Mentoring New Hires

Seth and Ashley New Hires
Proper Training and Guidance is Key for New Employee Success
Mike Pickel Mentoring New Hires
First Impressions Mean a Lot to New Team Members
Heidi Ellsworth Mentoring New Hires
Onboarding and Mentoring New Employees is a Team Effort
Charles Antis New Employees
Give New Employees a Positive Experience When They Walk Through the Door
Read about Mentoring New Hires »

Roof Inspections

Mike Pickel Roof Inspections
Maintenance Programs are Essential
Charles Antis Roof Inspection
Inspections Provide Opportunity for Contractors and Value for Clients
Seth and Ashley Fall Inspection
Fall Maintenance Can be for More Than Just Rooftops
Mike Hicks Roof Inspections
Long-Term Maintenance Contracts Substantially Increase the Lifespan of a Roof
Read about Roof Inspections »

Big Box Supply Store

Charles Antis Big Box Supply Stores
Big Box Stores Support Their Communities
Construction Solutions Big Box
To Big Box or Not?
Michelle Boykin Big Box
Local Suppliers Know You
Heidi Ellsworth Big Box Supply Stores
Big Box Stores are About Immediacy and Convenience
Read about big box supply stores »

Trying New Products

Trent Cotney Trying New Products
Do Your Research When Trying New Things
Charles Antis Trying New Products
Don’t Let Fear Stop You from Trying New Products
Mandy McIntyre New Products
Try it Before You Buy It
Seth and Ashley Trying New Products
Talk with Your Trusted Advisors Before Adding a New Product or Solution
Read about trying new products »

Online Ordering

Heidi Ellsworth Online Ordering
Online Ordering is Already Here
Rudy Gutierrez Online Ordering
Online Ordering Improves Efficiency
thea dudley online ordering
Has Your Business “Found a Way?”
Seth and Ashley Online Ordering
Sanitize Before Using Supplies Ordered Online
Read about online ordering »

Employee Healthcare

Heidi Ellsworth Healthcare
Educate Employees on the Real Costs of Health Insurance
Mandy McIntyre Healthcare
Benefits Help Attract the Best People
Trent Cotney Healthcare
Benefits are an Investment in Your Employees
Chelsea Oesch Healthcare
Benefits Give Employees Peace of Mind
Read about employee healthcare »

Handling Coronavirus

Thea Dudley Handling Corona
Important Coronavirus Credit Information
Charles Antis Handling Corona
Help Customers Make the Best Decisions to Protect their Assets in a Pandemic
Trent Cotney Coronavirus
Owners Need to Respond Quickly as the Market Changes
Wendy Marvin Handling Corona
No One is Going to SAVE You; You Have to Save Yourself
Read about handling Coronavirus »

Trade Show Plans

Rudy Gutierrez Trade Shows
Trade Shows Require Strategy
Martin Stout trade shows
Trade Shows Deliver Tremendous Learning Opportunities
Mike Pickel Trade Show Plan
Planning is Key to Trade Show Success
Mandy McIntyre Trade Shows
Three Keys to Successful Trade Shows
Read More on Trade Show Plans »

Business Plan

Mike Pickel Business Plan
A Business Plan is Your Roadmap, Make Sure it’s Easy to Read
Rudy Gutierrez Business Plan
A Business Plan is Key to Achieving Success
Trent Cotney Business Plan
A Business Plan Helps Prepare for the Future
Charles Antis Business Plan
Is Your Business Plan Flexible?
Read More on Business Plans »

Cause Marketing

Heidi Ellsworth Cause Marketing
Cause Marketing can Help Recruit the Next Generation
Charles Antis Cause Marketing
Businesses Should Exist for More than Just Making Money
Mike Pickel Cause Marketing
Giving Back is the Right Thing to Do
Ken Kelly Cause Marketing
Giving Back Results in Immeasurable Rewards
Read More from Cause Marketing »

Safety Initiatives

Charles Antis Education and Employee Safety
Education Plays Key Role in Employee Safety
Jennifer Stone Safety Initiatives
Closing the Safety Gender Gap
Martin Stout Safety Initiatives
Building a Culture of Safety is Primary to Success
Heidi Ellsworth Safety Initiatives
Safety Off the Roof
Read More from Safety Initiatives »

Educating Customers

Wendy Marvin Customer Education
Customer Education is About Caring
Rudy Gutierrez Educating Customers
Education Builds Long-term Relationships
Heidi Ellsworth Educating Customers
5 Easy Tips for Educating Your Customers
Thea Dudley Educating Customers
Education on Contracts and Liens is Important
Read More from Educating Customers »

Diversifying Business

Martin Stout Diversifying Business
Diversify or Die
Heidi Ellsworth Diversifying Business
Are You Listening to Your Customers?
Mike Pickel Diversifying Business
Diversification Levels Out Seasonality
Trent Cotney Diversifying Business
Always be Looking for Way to Diversify and Differentiate
Read More from Safety Initiatives »

Maintenance Programs

Shelly Duhaime Maintenance Programs
Service, Maintenance and Insurance
Martin Stout Maintenance Programs
Service and Maintenance is Our Business
Jon Stantz Maintenance Programs
Service Leads to Long-term Relationships
Heidi Ellsworth Maintenance Programs
Marketing Ideas for Incorporating Service and Maintenance
Read More from Maintenance Programs »

Brand Ambassadors

Wendy Marvin Brand Ambassadors
Brand First, Then Market Your Company
Rudy Gutierrez Brand Ambassadors
Providing Training Helps Team Members Represent Your Brand
Thea Dudley Brand Ambassadors
Your Approach and Attitude Toward the Customer Can Set Your Company Apart
Martin Stout Brand Ambassadors
Teach Team Members to Love Every Customer
Read More from Brand Ambassadors »

Cost of Doing Business

Thea Dudley Cost of Doing Business
Giving Customers a Little ‘Extra Time’ to Pay Will Lead to Cashflow Issues
Wendy Marvin Cost of doing business
Insurance Expenses Were One of the Largest Costs of Doing Business for this Contractor
Martin Stout Cost of Doing Business
Understanding Cost of Business Means Asking Questions
Charles Antis Costs of Doing Business
Invest in Your People and Your Business will Thrive
Read More from Cost of Doing Business »

Education of-Employees

Jon Stantz Education for Employees
Roofing Influencers are Busy
Wendy Marvin Education for Employees
Educated Companies Grow and Can Withstand Industry Downturns
Rudy Gutierrez Education for Employees
Training and Education are Imperative to the Success of a Company
Trent Cotney Education for Employees
Investing in Employee Development and Education is Critical to a Company’s Success
Read More from Education of-Employees »

Best Piece of Advice

Trent Cotney Best Piece of Advice
Research Matters When Starting Your Business
Ken Kelly Best Roofing Advice
Advice for the New Contractor: Identify Your Core Values, Target and Purpose
Charles Antis Best Piece of Advice
Advice for the Contractor Just Starting Out
Wendy Marvin Best Piece of Advice
Being Successful Means Having a Complete Understanding of Your Business.
Read More from Best Piece of Advice »

Working With Associations

Ken Kelly Working with Associations
You Can Make a Difference When You Participate and are Involved in Your Community
Trent Cotney Working with Associations
A Unified Front Sends a Strong Message to Legislators
Jon Stantz Working with Associations
Talking to Legislators About Our Industry Should be a Top Priority
Rudy Gutierrez Working with Associations
Associations Give Contractors a Collective Voice
Read More from Working With Associations »

Technology Stack

Drew Smith Technology
From Leads to Estimates to Project Management, This Company Has a Tech Solution Every Step of the Way
Heidi Ellsworth Technology Stack
Finding the Right Combination of Tech for your Business is an Ongoing Process
Wendy Marvin Technology Stack
Use Technology as Leverage to Grow your Business
Jon Stantz Technology Stack
Roofing Contractors Cannot be Complacent about Technology
Read More from Technology Stack »

Business Goals in 2019

Martin Stout- 2019 Business Goals
2019 Will be About Better Service, Better Relationships and Building a Better Place to Work
Jennifer Stone- Business Goals
Sometimes You Just Need to Energize What You Are Already Doing
Mike Hicks- Business Goals
2019 is the Year for Building a Brand that Generations Will Follow
Heidi Ellsworth- Goals
2019 is About Pushing Boundaries
Read More from Business Goals in 2019 »

Influencers Training Tips

Training- Antis
RCS Roofing Influencer Charles Antis Discusses Why Training is Important and It's Not What You Think!
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Training can be a differentiator for your business for recruiting and retaining employees
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Well-trained employees make fewer mistakes, minimizing risk and optimizing opportunities
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Safety and Training Should Be Conversations that Take Place Every Day
Read More from Influencers Training Tips »

Embracing Diversity

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The Term ‘Diversity’ is Often Misunderstood
Weiss- Diversity
Embracing Diversity Starts From The Top
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RoofersCoffeeShop® Roofing Influencer Charles Antis Discusses Diversity in the Workplace
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Three Steps to Creating and Supporting a Diverse Workplace Environment
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Integrating Technology

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Implement Technology to Give Your Customers a Better Experience with Your Company
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Technology Adoption is Slow; Group Forms to Help Speed It Up
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Make Sure the Technology You are Using Will Make You a More Efficient Operation
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The More we Use Technology, the Larger the Window of Opportunity Becomes
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Cell Phones on Job

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Cell Phones on the Job - What’s your policy?
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A Culture of Technology is Important
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RoofersCoffeeShop® RCS Influencer Charles Antis says to work with employees on compensation for personal phone use.
Cotney- Phones
The Hidden Risk: Cell Phone Use on Jobsites
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Valuing the Young People

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Valuing 20-Somethings in Your Company
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It Can be a Challenge Finding Younger Workers to Fill the Boots of Retiring Employees
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Older and Younger Generations Must Feel Comfortable Sharing with Each Other
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Focus on Fostering an Environment That is Beneficial to Attract the Next Generation of Millennial
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Associations Yes or No

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Associations Help Build Careers
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Association Membership is Great Marketing
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Associations Provide Resources that Help Businesses Run with Fewer Headaches
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Associations are Vital to the Success of the Industry
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Immigration Debate

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Our government needs to understand who our skilled workforce is and what would happen if they were gone.
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Navigating Immigration Law within the Roofing Industry
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NRCA position on immigration is logical, balanced and good for the industry
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The Immigration Debate Poses a Real Economic Threat to the Roofing Industry
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Recruiting Employees

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5 Tips to Develop a Diverse Recruiting and Retainment Program
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Recruiting, Attracting and Retaining Talent is a Challenge for All Businesses
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A Successful Recruiting Strategy Starts on the Inside
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Succession Planning

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How to build a succession plan?
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Using an Outside Voice for Succession Planning Removes Emotion from the Equation
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Start Succession Planning by Thinking in Terms of Survival and a Growth Model
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Have you thought about succession plans for the positions within your company?
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Advertising on a Small Budget

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Women in Construction at METALCON 2018
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No Advertising Budget? Stick with the Basics for Success
Be Creative, Use Free Digital Resources and Show Up
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How to Maximize and Supplement Your Small Advertising Budget
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Selling at a Higher Price

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10 Tips on How to Sell at Higher Prices
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Selling at a Higher Price Means Thinking in a New Direction
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Some People Will Always Buy on Price
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Empower Your People! Brand Ambassadors Help You Get Your Price.
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Vehicle Policies

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Take a Proactive Approach When it Comes to Fleet Management
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When Employees Use their Personal Vehicles as a Tool for the Company, They Need to Be Compensated
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A Vehicle Policy is a Must for Company-owned Vehicle Operation
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Rural Contractor Offers Jobsite Transportation
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Employee Side Jobs

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Have a Policy for Side Jobs and Moonlighting
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Side jobs put Employers at Risk and Can Lead to Increased Activity for Vehicles and Worker’s Comp Claims
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Side Work is a Problem in Many Ways, But There is a Solution
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Allowing Side Jobs Increases Risk for Loss and Can Drives up Material and Equipment Costs
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Employee Retention

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Employee Retention Starts with Treating Everyone with Respect
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Companies Must Be Flexible in Order to Retain Employees
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Multi-faceted Approach Required to Retain Good Employees
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Millennial Employees are the Future of the Industry
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Stealing Time

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Manage by the Numbers
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Creating the Right Company Culture Minimizes Theft of Time
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Addressing Stolen Time Through an Aggressive Return-to-Work Program
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More Productive Teams Starts with Employee Conversations
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Drug Policies

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Safety Before Profit Drives Antis Roofing’s New Drug-free Policy
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Drug-free Policy Statements Should Spell Out Principles and Consequences
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How has your drug-free policy changed with today's new state laws?
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Drug-free Policies Start with Company Culture
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Changing Course

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Reaching Out to Your Network During a Business Crisis
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Planning for Disaster Before it Strikes
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Helpful Resources When Facing a Business Crisis
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Adapting to Change During a Business Crisis
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