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Working through the Winter Part 2: Winter Challenges
By: Matt Alderton - November 2009 - Tools and Technology
Thanks to seasonal snow, frost and shorter days, builders often face many obstacles when the weather takes a toll on workers, job sites and schedules. In part two of a two-part series, consider these winter-weather tips for addressing the season’s biggest building challenges to keep your people and your projects going all season long.


The Importance of Customer Service Training
By: Clare Curley - November 2009 - HR and Workforce Advice
Quality customer service is often key to a healthy, profitable business since it can often make or break a client relationship. When employees have direct, daily contact with customers, it is imperative they acquire the necessary customer service skills to work with clients effectively.


Green Flooring Trends
By: Jenn Danko - November 2009 - Green Building
From basic bamboo and cork to long-lasting Lyptus and linoleum, contractors are fielding more green flooring requests than ever before. How can you help decide which materials best meet your clients’ needs?


Six Tips to Earn Your Customer’s Respect
By: Jenn Danko - November 2009 - How To Articles
Today’s market climate calls for contractors to be more mindful than ever before of their clients’ needs. Strengthen your professional relationships—and ultimately, your financial future—by earning clients’ trust and respect for the long haul.


The Benefits of Wood Frame Construction
By: Matt Alderton - November 2009 - Industry Trends
Despite a surge of innovative new building materials on the market, wood frame construction is still the most widely used building technique in residential construction. So before you trade wood for alternative materials, consider the benefits it offers to both homebuilders and homeowners.


High School Students Win Sustainability Solutions Competition
By: Elizabeth Cotner - November 2009 - News
Three high school students with a passion for going green promoted their school’s sustainable facility in a national competition. They not only placed first, but continue to educate others about the importance of renewable energy through their winning Web site.


How Small Businesses Can Compete with Larger Ones
By: Steve Hendershot - November 2009 - How To Articles
When compared to large corporate construction firms, it may seem like smaller companies don’t stand a chance. But when it comes to the residential construction industry, many homeowners are looking for a more personal experience.


Home Automation Trends for Builders and Remodelers
By: Steve Hendershot - November 2009 - Industry Trends
With technology and efficiency at the forefront of most new homes and remodels, home automation offers builders and remodelers a means of standing out from the crowd.


Prioritizing Innovation
By: Laura Schlereth - November 2009 - Tools and Technology
Small innovations, when properly planned, prioritized and implemented on a regular basis, can result in huge efficiencies and cost savings for small businesses in the construction industry—a valued goal in any market climate.


Marketing to Women
By: Laura Schlereth - November 2009 - Industry Trends
Marketing to women is an under-utilized tactic for most businesses. But if you want to increase your clientele, it’s important to start paying more attention to the details and creating designs that address the female perspective.


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