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When many contractors are asked how to grow sales, they answer with social media, traditional media or a combination of the two. They forget about the best and — coincidentally the cheapest — methods to grow their customer bases.
  
It should come as no surprise to most employers that today's workplace has come to be regarded as the most regulated place in America. It is so because of one simple fact. The federal government, state government, and even local entities, such as cities, can and do issue workplace rules and regulations that require employers to do or not do a myriad of things.
  
Almost every day, I hear leaders of high growth companies saying how difficult it is to find great employees. The easiest answer is when leaders are failing to market their workplace opportunities adequately. The fix is simple but often missed. We forget we need to market for team members just like we do for customers.
  
Reeves Journal checked in with Texas industry members in the first weeks after the storm. What we heard were stories of initiative, resilience, cooperation, community spirit and an attitude of "we can handle this" that exemplifies the Lone Star state. Here is some of what happened as they began to dig out, clean up and get back to normal.
  
As we wind down these last days of November and head into the busyness of December, I am feeling thankful. Yes, I know that with the Thanksgiving holiday that occurred last week, thanks were given. But today, as you read this post, I would ask that you truly reflect on what 2017 has meant for you, the plumbing and HVAC contractor.
   
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The B-O-S-S program is a one-day interactive financial program. This course was designed for the plumbing, heating and cooling industry and is intended for company owners, managers, or anyone that needs a better understanding and working knowledge of financial statements, how to use them and how to price their services correctly and profitably!
  
This 1 day course is designed for service providers to help them understand and develop specific attitudes and activities that will improve their level of professionalism before, during and after their time spent with the customer.
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YOU HAVE A CHOICE. CHOOSE TO BE THE BEST. Your successful business grows by being in the know. By being a member of PHCC, you have access to all the tools you need to thrive in the changing p-h-c industry.
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With the holiday season quickly approaching, it's important to renew your plumbing license on time with the Texas State Board of Plumbing Examiners in order to avoid any late fees or denied permits.
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Between the Chrysler®, Dodge®, Jeep®, and Ram® lineup and the FIAT® 500L, there's something for everyone. PHCC members and their employees can combine this stackable $500 cash allowance with most current retail incentives and choose an On The Job program allowance. Plus, same household family members also receive a $500 cash allowance, stackable with most local and national retail incentives, toward the purchase or lease of a vehicle.