Do you know what it takes to run a successful business? Victoria Downing,... More
These days of growth make it likely you're either hiring salespeople or thinking of doing so. But before you do, REMODELING consultant Victoria Downing says that you first must make certain you have a system in place to help that new hire excel. Here's what to do. More
Victoria Downing tells of a Michigan remodeler who didn't just write a set of core values; he refers to those values at every one of its weekly staff meetings. The result? Happy customers and a successful business. More
Members of a peer review group understand what other business owners are going through, will help them find solutions, and keep them accountable. More
Getting the right employees in place can help you sell more and, as a result, build equity in your business so your company can continue to grow. More
If you want to grow your company, you'll have to delegate more often and more efficiently. Here's how to do that. More
Business partnerships arenít easy. Building a strong, respectful business partnership takes time and dedication. Remodeling industry consultant Victoria Downing profiles the pair that makes Olney, Md., Hammer Contractors a success. More
John Rogers of John Rogers Renovations, in Woodstock, Ga., hired an intern to help gather information that would help the company create processes and systems. More
Industry consultant Victoria Downing interviews Steve Barkhouse of Amsted Construction about his company's annual planning retreat and why it's so important. More
Industry consultant Victoria Downing outlines a strategy to lighten your workload More