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6 Results-Proven Marketing and Sales Tips for Contractors
The Pinnacle Experience’s keynote speaker, author of "They Ask, You Answer" offers results-driven tips contractors can start today for improved leads
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Forty Under 40 Remodeling Trendsetters
The new ideas embraced by our Forty Under 40 winners are examples of forward-thinking leadership in remodeling
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How to Create a World-Class Remodeling Team
Great remodeling companies position themselves for the future with the right players
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How to Increase Your Odds of Closing Remodeling Sales
Use these tips to hone your sales process and grow close ratio
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Read the Signs to Flag Problem Clients Early
How to spot the telltale signs that a client is going to cause trouble
Tooling Around—Why Early Adopters Have the Upper Hand
As technology innovations proliferate, those who use them first will win
Window Sales and the Art of the Partial
When it comes to selling windows, some companies believe something is better than nothing
To Be or Not to Be … on Facebook
Contractor attitudes toward the social media giant vary from enthusiastic to dismissive
Construction Project Bids: Transparency and the Numbers Game
On home improvement estimates, feeling ripped off, and transparency
What Things Cost—Home Improvement Sales Are Retail-ish
When it comes to selling, home improvement is a retail business, with one important difference
Reap the Benefits of a Clear Org Chart and Job Descriptions
This is one way for remodelers to streamline operations and align expectations—just make sure you provide enough detail
Remodeling Pricing: From Opaque to Clear
Four remodeling industry veterans’ thoughts on transparency
Paper Tiger or Sleeping Giant: The Birth of ANGI Homeservices
A $500 million merger aimed at stomping out the relevance of friends and family referrals