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Customer service, estimating, hiring, advertising your services and more are important parts of making your business thrive.

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7 Ways Tape Can Save the Day on the Job Site

A broken bucket handle or cracked shop-vac aren’t just minor annoyances on the job site – they’re common frustrations that can lose you money in delays, unnecessary trips to the hardware story and expensive repairs or replacements.

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How to Build and Grow a Social Media Presence

Word of mouth has gone digital — and social media is now where homeowners go to find trusted contractors. Learn how Facebook and Instagram can help your repair business grow, even on a small budget.

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How to Build a Strong Team in the Trades

Discover how small contractors can thrive despite labor shortages and rising costs. Learn strategies to recruit talent from schools, hire based on attitude, build a strong workplace culture, and retain employees through mentoring and flexibility.