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We are constantly meeting new members who operate a family owned business. This presents a unique management scenario. If business is slow, are family dinners stressful and tense? Maybe you find yourself struggling to lead the business into a new era while your elders seems stuck in the good old days? Family is tough enough […]

As a business owner, time is your most precious commodity. That’s why at Certified Contractors Network, we teach contractors to work smarter, not harder. One of the most effective ways of doing so? Networking. Certified Contractors Network networking Value of Networking As a business owner, networking needs to be on the top of your priority […]

Ever heard of a swag bag? According to Urban Dictionary, a swag bag refers to, “A goodie bag that contains various useless, yet irreplaceable items packed into a duffle bag, usually given at parties or by sponsors. Sometimes, just useless household items with a brand-name insignia on them.” We beg to differ. Contrary to popular […]

It’s a no brainer when we say, “more sales = more profit”. What is less obvious, however, is the way we go about turning those leads into a direct sale. Countless contractors have shared their stories with us, and they all run into the same issue. A great product is offered–partnered with a competitive price, […]

If you find yourself frustrated by your office culture, the problem could be you rather than them. Office attitudes are a reflection of office leadership, stemming from the top down. The best business managers have a radical approach to the workplace and to their employees. They foster a community that cares, works hard, and creates. […]

The truth is, there is no magic pill that will instantly make you smarter, more business savvy, or more handsome. We wish. But we have found this: a successful contracting business must be well connected, well informed, and willing to learn from the experience of the other. Contractors Network, Network, Network So, maybe the better […]

No business owner is looking to keep company revenue at a stand still though, for many contractors, it’s an all too familiar story. In order for a business’s annual revenue to be boosted, sales must be boosted. Read below for a compilation of some of our best tips and tricks to turn a lead into […]

Is your company’s profit stagnant? If so, one of the best ways to overcome a profit plateau is smart budgeting. Consistently calculating your gross profit keeps your company on track, financially. You’ll be surprised how a little bit of intentionality can go a long way! Budgeting can be intimidating. Most contractors we meet have stumbled […]

If the recent recession has taught us anything, it’s that selling as much as possible, to as many customers as possible, is not a sustainable profit. What really increases a company’s profit margin is focusing on their best customers, products, and services as well as meeting profit targets and building a strong-steady customer base. So, […]

Fact: most small business owners don’t have a budget. That’s a big problem. At the first Certified Contractors Network meeting I ever attended I literally felt like the dumbest guy in the room. Why? Because I was one of the thousands of small business owners that was operating without a budget for my business. Now […]