7 Podcasts Every Pro Should Listen To

In any career, it’s important to never stop learning. It’s especially important if you are a small business owner in a trade. There are new tips and techniques you can easily utilize to boost your business and management ability.

Business owners may shy away from continuing education because of the investment of both time and money. However, there are plenty of options available that are budget-friendly and are easy to follow in any schedule. One way is through podcasts, which you can easily find on any topic you’re interested in. There are many podcasts available to choose from and at little or no cost. To help you find the best ones, here are a few recommendations.

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A Year In Review: 2016 Industry Trends

It’s been a year of many ups and downs within various remodeling trades. You may have seen this within your own work, too. Now is a good time to look back at the last year to better plan, as many of this year’s trends are a good indicator of what’s to come in 2017.

As you start to look back at how the year has been with your business, it’s a good idea to observe what the year has brought for the remodeling industry. To help you, we’ve recapped some of the biggest trends we saw in 2016 and a few predictions for 2017.

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Industry News: Dec 2016

Staying on top of industry news, any time of year is important. However, With the year coming to a close, many are starting to see trends that may affect business in the coming year. Home building and remodeling is on the rise, which is good news for pros in 2017.

Winter is here and we have new headlines you need to know. Here’s the top news for December 2016.

Current trends predict pros will be busy in the new year. Do you want more business in 2017? Sign up with CraftJack today to start receiving leads from homeowners in your area.

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What Trade Organizations Plumbers Need To Know About

Plumbing pros have an important job that takes more than just a small understanding. They must have experience and education to quickly identify homeowner’s plumbing issues and fixes, especially if there is a water leak or another emergency. That’s why, as a plumbing pro, you must continue educating yourself in your trade.

However, outside of the on-the-job experience you get, where can you turn to learn more about new techniques and the latest in plumbing technology? Organizations and associations specific to your trade can help you grow. Here are a few to consider if you’re ready to take the next step in your career.

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What Lead Generation Is & What It Is Not

If you’re reading this blog, then you have, are currently or are interested in investing money in lead generation. Nonetheless, depending on your industry, lead generation can mean a world of a difference.

For example, lead generation in the marketing agency arena generally translates to extra traffic to one’s website. Lead generation in the journalism world means obtaining a new source for a story. Lead generation in the home improvement world is, neither.

That is why I am going to explain all there is to know about lead generation in the home improvement arena. I will explain what it is, what it isn’t and a few lead generation best practices.

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Video: Business Is Slow, Now What?

For many trades, as the weather begins to change, work can slow down. While there are many tips and tricks to help plan for this, what happens when conditions mean business does not go as planned?

If you’re in the middle of an unexpected short season, the first step is to recognize it. Then, take a step back and assess the situation and what options you may have. In the video below, Noah shares four tips on how you can cope with unforeseen surprises.

Are you looking to get more leads? Sign up with CraftJack today and connect with homeowners in your area and win more jobs.

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What Trade Organizations Do Decking Pros Need To Know About

As we’ve seen from recent trends, decking is booming throughout the country. More homeowners are seeing the value in having additional outdoor square footage and adding decks to their home. This is great news for decking pros who have been keeping busy this year.

But, it’s a competitive trade. You need to set yourself apart from other pros in the industry. Joining a trade organization or association can give you a competitive edge when bidding for jobs. See a few decking organizations you need to know about and why you should consider joining.

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Social Media Marketing Hacks To Make Your Life Easier

Owning a business is no easy task. It takes hard work, dedication and commitment. One way to grow your business is through social media, but I understand it can be your friend or foe depending on your expertise. Using social media to grow your business is tricky if you’re not familiar with the various platforms and features.

That’s why I’ve come up with social media hacks specifically for business. Hacks are tricks, shortcuts or skills that increase productivity and efficiency. The social media hacks outlined below will help you navigate the landscape and make your life easier.

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Video: The Customer Is NOT Always Right

We hear the term that “the customer is always right,” but we are willing to bet many home service professionals can agree that is simply not the case. Whether it’s an abusive homeowner or a landlord who thinks he knows everything about home remodeling, there are plenty of instances where the customer is not right.

In the video below, Noah Mishkin, CraftJack Co-Founder, decided to sit down and discuss five of the most popular instances where the customer is NOT always right.

  1. Inappropriate Situation
  2. Requesting No Permits
  3. Discrimination
  4. Abusive
  5. Refuse to Uphold Terms of Agreement
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Video: Grow Your Business

Any business owner wants to see their company flourish. It’s good to take a step back and examine where you are and where you want to go. But what if you see that your business growth isn’t as much as you had hoped?

The truth is, your business is only going to grow as far as your push it to go. It’s important to observe ways that you have the opportunity to progress and begin to do so. In the video below, Noah shares a short story that has a great business take-away.

If you’re ready to grow your business, sign up with CraftJack today to start receiving leads in your area.

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