Employee selection, recruitment, and retention are essential aspects of running a business that the owner and managers are responsible for. Maintaining a quality staff is one of the vital parts of running a successful business, and there are some critical and proven ideas to keep in mind when it comes to this.
Some problems are just too big to handle on your own. There are plenty of business coaches out there that are experts in helping you achieve the vision you have for your business—no matter how off track you’ve gotten. That being said, make sure you vet them properly, and also make sure they have extensive experience in working with builders, remodelers and/or Trade Companies. Below, we’ve gathered 5 indicators that it could be time for some of that extra help.
When it comes to growing your construction company, you have two choices: keep on doing what you’re doing and hope that you can expand, or craft a plan for growing your business through strategic objectives.
Considering launching a startup construction business? Right now, many construction markets are hot, so it’s a good time to strike. However, breaking into the construction business, as with many other industries, can be difficult.
Why do businesses fail? According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, only about half of all businesses that started in 2010 survived to see their 6th year. Clearly, many businesses are successful. However, many businesses fail as well. Every experienced small business coach and manager knows that there are many risks for small businesses, but new owners may frequently overlook them.
As with any year, you can expect to see the construction industry go through a few changes in 2018. Trends are always shifting, especially when new technology is introduced. If you’re in the construction industry, you know you have to watch these shifting trends and adapt to them as soon as you can to stay competitive. If you’re ready to get a head start on understanding these trends, here are some experts predict will be popular in construction this year.
With the ever-changing dynamics of the construction industry, keeping up with new trends is essential, and can help your business save money, improve operational efficiency, and ultimately expand in a competitive market. 2018 promises a multitude of new trends, specific to technological developments in the construction sector.
During the cold winter months, construction jobs are often few and far between. This can be especially true if you live in the northern part of the country where the snow and ice storms can make it impossible to even get to the job site. The holiday season also often slows down the number of jobs and the availability of your crew. Add to this that your clients whose fiscal year follows the calendar year and you have the makings of a very slow season for your business.
