Jody Kenote took up framing at the age of 14, sharpened his carpentry skills in... More
My spouse does my business' bookkeeping but isn't involved in the business' daily operations or overall direction. This causes her to second-guess many of my decisions, which creates friction at work and at home. How can we alleviate this? More
Overworking in the remodeling industry is a familiar story. Although there are no statistics on remodeler burnout and family trouble specifically, Clay Nelson, who has been a business and life coach in the remodeling industry for the past 25 years, says that compared with other industries, remodelers seem to “consume themselves the quickest.” More
I have been given the opportunity to take on a high-profile remodel, but I am concerned about my ability to get along with this potential client. Is there anything extra I should do to ensure that the job goes smoothly? More
Have you outgrown your home office? It's a sign that the time has come to move out... More
With more than 80 courses óincluding CAPS, CGR, workshops, and seminars ó offered in this year's Remodeling Show conference program, there are more opportunities than ever for remodelers to learn from the experts. More
Eric Hoff was confused and, frankly, a little nervous. Moments before, the young... More
How do I hold my team accountable for specific, measurable results with- out being perceived as overbearing and demanding? More
So what if you can't recite your vows after all these years. You remember the gist. “For better or worse. In sickness and in health. In accounts payable and receivable.” Wait. What was that last one? Doesn't sound familiar? Well, if you and your spouse share ownership and management of your company, it should. So says the current thinking about the newest and fastest-growing segment of small business óentrepreneurial couples or “copreneurs,” if you want to sound in the know. More
