Annette Stevenson

Effective Post-Project Communication is Good Business

When a project ends, another phase of your relationship with your Customer begins. Communication after your work is done is a great way to grow Business through repeat Customers.

Home Improvement Trends – Plumbing & Home Security

As a home services expert expected to bring product suggestions to the homeowner, staying updated on new trends and technology for the home is critical.

Succession Planning Goes Beyond Retirements

Succession planning for your home improvement Business is not only for retirement planning, but also to solidify a continuity plan as key managerial roles transition and other staffing changes occur.

Software Updates – The Necessities and Need-to-Knows

Roofing Relevancy – Staying Ahead

Staying ahead is critical in the fast-progressing home services industries, and roofing is no different. New materials, technology and homeowner priorities are all under the lens.

Annual Strategic Planning: A Year-Round Effort

Strategic planning is vital for any organization aiming to achieve its long-term goals and improve its overall performance. Executing effective strategic planning requires a year round effort.

Preparing to Sell Your Business: Key Considerations

Even as you’re busy running your successful business, you may have ideas and a future vision of selling your business or perhaps it’s more at-hand. Take time to consider how to prepare.

Stressing Cybersecurity Series: Enhance the Power of Your Passwords with MFA

Don’t fall short when it comes to protecting your sensitive or proprietary information. Multifactor Authentication (MFA) adds a layer of data security to access online systems and software.

Sales Training for a New Year

The home improvement industry is dynamic and constantly evolving. Each year, it is important to maintain training for your team that keeps your business competitive and well-prepared.

Stressing Cybersecurity: Tips for a Secure Data Environment

Keeping your Business data safe and your communications private is as important as locking the door. Take time to refresh and maintain current best practices for Cybersecurity.

SEO Simplified: The reasons for it, and resources for implementation

Search engines and key search words are the way that today's consumers finding new products and brands. Search Engine Optimization (SEO) should be part of your content and marketing plan.

What's All the Fuss About Communication?

With more ways to communicate, today, than ever, it's important to get it right and consider all aspects of communication. Consider the words you choose, your mannerisms and body language.

Don't Just Sell, Solve Problems

When you solve problems for your customers, and stop focusing on only selling, it's good business and you may gain return customers.

Creating a Safe Working Environment is Good Business

Safety training and a safety programs specific to your business are essential. Even your most seasoned professional can have the potential for injury.