Only 43% of construction firms are still in business after four years. Make sure your company thrives with essential – and very readable – guidance from a pro with 25 years’ success. Find out what it takes to build all aspects of a business that’s profitable, enjoyable, and enduring.
Here are just a few of the things you’ll learn from this book:
The duties of the owner of a successful construction business.
Essential terms and conditions to include and exclude in contracts.
Commandments to follow to ensure you’re paid what you're owed, including step-by-step change-order procedures to avoid disputes and non-payment.
Strict do’s and don'ts of mechanics’ liens – including when an owner goes bankrupt.
What must be done administratively before breaking ground on every project.
How to select, hire, and keep “golden” employees.
Ways you can target, check-out, land, and retain profitable customers.
Effective marketing even the smallest contractor can afford.
How to identify the accountants, lawyers, and insurance agents that are right for you.
The What, When, Where, and Why of licensing and registration.
The advantages of specializing, including the opportunities in chain store construction.
More than 40 construction, government, and other valuable online resources.
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