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 | Construction is a labor intensive industry. Even with the modern technical advances, power tools and computers, contractors and subcontractors still need a labor force to build and remodel. And the cost of that labor force might be more than you know. It is crucial for contractors to understand and measure the true costs of sending an employee out in the field. Once determined, the estimator can use that cost rate creating estimates and the accounting/project management department can use the same rate for job costing. This session will teach you how to determine the true cost of field labor.
Sponsored by The Home Depot
| Formats Available: Streaming
| Original Seminar Date: 08-27-2010
On-Demand Release Date: March 01, 2010 | MORE INFO |
| Now that the market is slowly improving, successful companies are developing strategies for moving forward in a position of strength. We all know we have to do things differently today. This webinar will discuss the six tactics to implement for the new age of remodeling.
Who Should Attend:
• Business owners
• Marketing Directors
• General Managers
• Sales Managers
| Formats Available: Streaming
| Original Seminar Date: 07-19-2010
On-Demand Release Date: July 20, 2010 | | MORE INFO |
| | Formats Available: Streaming
| Original Seminar Date: 03-01-2010
On-Demand Release Date: March 01, 2010 | | MORE INFO |
| | Formats Available: Streaming
| Original Seminar Date: 02-01-2010
On-Demand Release Date: February 01, 2010 | | MORE INFO |
| Making mistakes in business is all part of the game but a smart business owner learns from others mistakes. This seminar is a compilation of problems that Tim has seen in the last 10 years of consulting and workable solutions for them. By taking them to heart it has been proven to add thousands of dollars to the bottom line.
Sponsored By The Home Depot
| Formats Available: Streaming
| Original Seminar Date: 01-01-2010
On-Demand Release Date: March 01, 2010 | | MORE INFO |
| No, it's not too far away and as the economy starts to improve you'd better have a plan to get on the bandwagon. We'll help you organize your plans and ideas into a meaningful, doable roadmap for 2010. This webinar will cover why good planning is more important than ever, creating a compelling vision for yourself and your business, breaking your vision into manageable objectives and enrolling your staff in your goals and plans.
Sponsored by The Home Depot
| Formats Available: Streaming
| Original Seminar Date: 11-30-2009
On-Demand Release Date: February 22, 2010 | | MORE INFO |
| Are you tired of being just another “BID?” Do you find yourself saying “If I could only…?” Many remodelers work on their production systems, but few put much though into developing a sales system. If you are tired of giving out free estimates and are looking for simple ways to differentiate your company in the eyes of new prospects, you will want to hear this speaker share how his system has 1-in-3 of the homeowners he meets with becoming design clients and 100% conversion from design to construction. He will discuss how he keeps prospects on track, no longer bids competitively, and ultimately why this is good for him AND his clients.
Sponsored by The Home Depot
| Formats Available: Streaming
| Original Seminar Date: 10-01-2009
On-Demand Release Date: February 02, 2010 | | MORE INFO |
| In this session we will discuss business growth, growth through diversification, 5 key questions to ask and keys to success.
Sponsored by The Home Depot
| Formats Available: Streaming
| Original Seminar Date: 07-22-2009
On-Demand Release Date: March 01, 2010 | | MORE INFO |
| This webinar will help you understand the benefits of project financing, teach you common mistakes related to project financing, help you find sources of project financing, and how to sell financing.
Sponsored by Well Fargo Financial
| Formats Available: Streaming
| Original Seminar Date: 03-17-2009
On-Demand Release Date: March 01, 2010 | | MORE INFO |
| Think you should pack it in until the economy improves? NO! JUST THE OPPOSITE! Your competition is afraid and paralyzed. It's your chance to grab customers AND become the premier player in your market. Fortunes can be made in economic downturns but you have to be strong and smart. Business as usual won't cut it.
Sponsored by The Home Depot
| Formats Available: Streaming
| Original Seminar Date: 02-17-2009
On-Demand Release Date: March 01, 2010 | | MORE INFO |
| We know what the concept of being fit and healthy means in our personal lives. However, there are many misconceptions of what fit means to a business.
How Fit is Your Business is designed to take its reader through a fitness check up, drilling through elements of business fitness to develop a plan for improvement
resulting in a more profitable business.
You will be able to:
• Measure your business and establish benchmarks
• Determine specific areas where your business needs improvement
• Develop methodical, step-by-step processes for change
• Breakdown the misconceptions
• Remove the mystery from the process of improvement
How Fit is Your Business will teach you the basic tools to build a better, healthier business and measure your progress along the way.
Sponsored by The Home Depot
| Formats Available: Streaming
| Original Seminar Date: 08-21-2008
On-Demand Release Date: March 01, 2010 | | MORE INFO |
| This session will introduce business owners to a proven process that can be followed when they are ready to address the ownership transfer of their business. Attendees will learn about such key concepts as how to structure your business to attract buyers, sell your business to family members or employees and still get the cash you need, decrease the amount of time and risk it takes to get your money from a sale and prepare your business in the case something unexpected was to happen to you. Every owner will exit their business, either voluntarily or otherwise. At that time, every owner wants the maximum amount of money possible to help achieve personal, financial and estate planning goals. Exit planning allows you to decide how you will transition/sell your business and achieve your unique goals. This session will demonstrate how a business owner can achieve his/her exit objectives using a process that incorporates savvy financial planning as the foundation for success. Planning your business exit is a process that should begin three to ten years before you want to leave. The more time you have to plan, the better off you and your business will be when you exit. So even if you do not plan on leaving your business anytime soon, this information will be valuable as you manage your business for future growth and success.
(.1 NARI CEU / 1 NARI Continuing Education Hour)
Sponsored by The Home Depot
| Formats Available: Streaming
| Original Seminar Date: 07-04-2008
On-Demand Release Date: March 01, 2010 | | MORE INFO |
| Surveys have shown that consumers focus on lighting quality when involved in remodeling projects. Even more so than in new construction, good lighting becomes a high priority especially in kitchens and bathrooms. Because of higher quality lighting available today at lower prices than ever before, consumers can achieve that look of custom lighting without spending much money. In this seminar we will analyze simple but effective techniques for achieving good lighting with a custom look.
This education program qualifies as 0.1 CEU towards your certification renewal
Sponsored by Lutron.
| Formats Available: Streaming
| Original Seminar Date: 04-26-2010
On-Demand Release Date: April 27, 2010 | | MORE INFO |
| | Sponsored by MasterBrand Cabinets | Formats Available: Streaming
| Original Seminar Date: 06-22-2009
On-Demand Release Date: March 01, 2010 | | MORE INFO |
| This webinar will focus on the sales side of a green project. We will review the various challenges that are specific to selling green and provide tools for successfully overcoming them and beat the competition.
Sponsored by: Master Brand Cabinets
| Formats Available: Streaming
| Original Seminar Date: 12-01-2010
On-Demand Release Date: February 22, 2010 | | MORE INFO |
| Since 1879 American homes have been illuminated primarily with the incandescent lamp. Almost overnight, however, this source of illumination has come under attack and may soon be a thing of the past. A series of simultaneous political, social, cultural, economic and technological developments are creating a lighting revolution unseen in over 100 years. As of the beginning of 2009, all of the following are subjects have become a part of the language of residential lighting: ReGreen, USGBC, H.R. 5351, Efficacy, , Solid-state lighting, LED, LEED, CFL, Drivers, Energy Star ALP, Mercury, and Title 24
Many states are now implementing new energy codes which will change our approach to how we light our homes. With California leading the way, these new codes will require that residential lighting must be much more efficient than ever before. Fortunately, advances in lighting technology are also occurring very rapidly. These technological changes are creating a lighting revolution, and new light sources such as Compact Fluorescent and Solid State Lighting will soon become the norm in American homes..
In this webinar we discuss issues related to the new energy codes and other programs such as Energy Star, ReGreen, and LEED for Homes. Also discussed are issues related to advances in compact fluorescent lighting, Solid State Lighting, Light Emitting Diodes and other fixture and light bulb technologies that will change residential lighting in many ways. Two of the key lighting developments of particular interest and importance to the home remodeling market are the details of the U.S. Green Building Council's ReGreen Program and the details of the Energy Star Advanced Lighting Package.
At the conclusion of the webinar, you will be much more knowledgeable about the facts of the current lighting revolution. Once we begin moving out of the current recession, the focus of all remodeling and new construction will be on how to be as "Green" as possible. This webinar will give you a head-start on answering the question: "Will I be ready for these changes?"
Sponsored by Lutron
| Formats Available: Streaming
| Original Seminar Date: 10-01-2009
On-Demand Release Date: March 01, 2010 | | MORE INFO |
| | Formats Available: Streaming
| Original Seminar Date: 08-19-2009
On-Demand Release Date: March 01, 2010 | | MORE INFO |
| Construction is a labor intensive industry. Even with the modern technical advances, power tools and computers, contractors and subcontractors still need a labor force to build and remodel. And the cost of that labor force might be more than you know. It is crucial for contractors to understand and measure the true costs of sending an employee out in the field. Once determined, the estimator can use that cost rate creating estimates and the accounting/project management department can use the same rate for job costing. This session will teach you how to determine the true cost of field labor.
Sponsored by The Home Depot
| Formats Available: Streaming
| Original Seminar Date: 08-27-2010
On-Demand Release Date: March 01, 2010 | | MORE INFO |
| Hiring and firing employees is an area that must have management’s attention. Not following proper procedures during the hiring process or when firing an employee can cost your firm. This webinar will familiarize you with the proper procedures for each case.
Who Should Attend:
• Remodelers that are
• Business owners
• Responsible for hiring and firing employees
• In management positions and responsible for the actions of other
| Formats Available: Streaming
| Original Seminar Date: 04-20-2010
On-Demand Release Date: April 20, 2010 | | MORE INFO |
| A feeling of lack of control over commitments and a growing tendency to think negatively are two common symptoms of burnout and could result in serious health issues for you or an employee. This seminar, created with the help of a mental health professional, will give you details on recognizing the difference between simple fatigue and stress related burnout. The seminar will also give you an understanding of the causes of burnout in you or your employees and practical ways to overcome this service industry problem. Gaining control of your life, creating a schedule that works for you, addressing your personnel attitudes, and improving your self-care habits will all be discussed.
Sponsored by The Home Depot
| Formats Available: Streaming
| Original Seminar Date: 02-01-2010
On-Demand Release Date: March 01, 2010 | | MORE INFO |
| Customer service is what either elevates your company above the competition or becomes the negative conversation at dinner parties. You get to choose! Learn three ways other than your craftsmanship that will guarantee you'll be the talk of the town.
Sponsored by The Home Depot
| Formats Available: Streaming
| Original Seminar Date: 09-03-2008
On-Demand Release Date: March 01, 2010 | | MORE INFO |
| Learn about the new EPA lead paint rule that will be going into effect in April of 2010. The new rules will be affecting renovators that disturb lead paint in pre-1978 residential property. There will be training and work practice requirements! Learn all the details through this webinar!
Sponsored by Environmental Insureance.com
| Formats Available: Streaming
| Original Seminar Date: 10-27-2009
On-Demand Release Date: March 01, 2010 | | MORE INFO |
| In this webinar you will learn about the exposures, liabilities and insurance related to the EPA 40 part 745.
Sponsored by Environmental Insureance.com
| Formats Available: Streaming
| Original Seminar Date: 10-26-2009
On-Demand Release Date: March 01, 2010 | | MORE INFO |
| | Formats Available: Streaming
| Original Seminar Date: 05-14-2010
On-Demand Release Date: May 17, 2010 | | MORE INFO |
| | By NARI
| Formats Available: Streaming
| Original Seminar Date: 07-17-2009
On-Demand Release Date: March 01, 2010 | | MORE INFO |
| In many service businesses the original contract is just the beginning. A client starts to add more and more items to the scope of work after the job starts. And the business just keeps on working on the project! In this webinar you will learn how to use change orders to improve your proposals, get paid for preparing change orders, have all your employees sell change orders and make money doing what your clients ask you to do!
Sponsored by The Home Depot
| Formats Available: Streaming
| Original Seminar Date: 05-01-2009
On-Demand Release Date: March 01, 2010 | | MORE INFO |
| Managing emotional homeowners means managing expectations, and managing the process as well as the project. In this program, I review how to clear set project expectations, how to guide homeowners through the remodeling process, and how to implement specific strategies for managing homeowners during the remodeling process. Done properly, your customers become your biggest fans and best source of future referrals.
(.1 NARI CEU / 1 NARI Continuing Education Hour)
Sponsored by The Home Depot
| Formats Available: Streaming
| Original Seminar Date: 08-14-2008
On-Demand Release Date: March 01, 2010 | | MORE INFO |
| This webinar will focus on the sales side of a green project. We will review the various challenges that are specific to selling green and provide tools for successfully overcoming them and beat the competition.
Sponsored by: Master Brand Cabinets
| Formats Available: Streaming
| Original Seminar Date: 12-01-2010
On-Demand Release Date: February 22, 2010 | | MORE INFO |
| Now that the market is slowly improving, successful companies are developing strategies for moving forward in a position of strength. We all know we have to do things differently today. This webinar will discuss the six tactics to implement for the new age of remodeling.
Who Should Attend:
• Business owners
• Marketing Directors
• General Managers
• Sales Managers
| Formats Available: Streaming
| Original Seminar Date: 07-19-2010
On-Demand Release Date: July 20, 2010 | | MORE INFO |
| In this sketchy economy, clients buy from those they trust. That's why smart remodelers are investing in building one-on-one relationships with prospects. As prospective clients get to know you, they will become aware of your expertise which will drive a high level of trust. Learn how to build these relationships and increase your network of prospects and clients.
Sponsored by The Home Depot
| Formats Available: Streaming
| Original Seminar Date: 11-01-2009
On-Demand Release Date: February 02, 2010 | | MORE INFO |
| Are you tired of being just another “BID?” Do you find yourself saying “If I could only…?” Many remodelers work on their production systems, but few put much though into developing a sales system. If you are tired of giving out free estimates and are looking for simple ways to differentiate your company in the eyes of new prospects, you will want to hear this speaker share how his system has 1-in-3 of the homeowners he meets with becoming design clients and 100% conversion from design to construction. He will discuss how he keeps prospects on track, no longer bids competitively, and ultimately why this is good for him AND his clients.
Sponsored by The Home Depot
| Formats Available: Streaming
| Original Seminar Date: 10-01-2009
On-Demand Release Date: February 02, 2010 | | MORE INFO |
| Some companies generate fewer than 10% of their clients/customers through referrals; others acquire virtually all of their business in this manner. Learn how little time and money it requires to increase your business via referrals. Know the proper time to request a referral, and the "script" that will ensure your greatest success. It's time to work smart, not hard.
When you "go in" by referral, you improve your chances of closure by 65%; and price is relatively unimportant, since you've been pre-sold.
Build a Referrer/Advocate Program, to stay in touch with those who refer you multiple times and say such wonderful things about you at the drop of a hat. They're an unpaid sales force, working in your behalf. Work smart, not hard!
Sponsored by The Home Depot
| Formats Available: Streaming
| Original Seminar Date: 09-02-2009
On-Demand Release Date: March 01, 2010 | | MORE INFO |
| Our nation is made up of people from a multitude of ethnic backgrounds. This webinar will explore cultural differences based on traditions, customs, religions, politics and family heritage and examine how these influence buying decisions. Steve Klitsch researched the subject and provided the materials for this talk. Learn to better your relationships and increase your sales to those from our international communities.
Sponsored by The Home Depot
| Formats Available: Streaming
| Original Seminar Date: 09-01-2009
On-Demand Release Date: February 01, 2010 | | MORE INFO |
| | Formats Available: Streaming
| Original Seminar Date: 08-19-2009
On-Demand Release Date: March 01, 2010 | | MORE INFO |
| In this session we will discuss business growth, growth through diversification, 5 key questions to ask and keys to success.
Sponsored by The Home Depot
| Formats Available: Streaming
| Original Seminar Date: 07-22-2009
On-Demand Release Date: March 01, 2010 | | MORE INFO |
| Looking for a way to find more great customers, just like the ones you're already working for? Your client's neighbors and friends are probably a lot like them and likely need the same kind of remodeling work done. At this fun and entertaining seminar Shawn McCadden CR, CLC will show you how his award winning remodeling company used a low cost jobsite marketing strategy as the primary source of quality leads, second only to repeat and referral work. If you're not already using these marketing tactics, you're probably missing out on easy sales opportunities.
Sponsored by The Home Depot
| Formats Available: Streaming
| Original Seminar Date: 07-01-2009
On-Demand Release Date: March 01, 2010 | | MORE INFO |
| This webinar will help you understand the benefits of project financing, teach you common mistakes related to project financing, help you find sources of project financing, and how to sell financing.
Sponsored by Well Fargo Financial
| Formats Available: Streaming
| Original Seminar Date: 03-17-2009
On-Demand Release Date: March 01, 2010 | | MORE INFO |
| Learn how women's purchasing roles have changed in the last few decades and how selling to women is very different from selling to men. Women and men typically have a different set of values and it's important to be able to appeal to both of them. This webinar will teach you effective ways to better interact with a female prospective client.
Sponsored by The Home Depot
| Formats Available: Streaming
| Original Seminar Date: 02-20-2009
On-Demand Release Date: March 01, 2010 | | MORE INFO |
| Think you should pack it in until the economy improves? NO! JUST THE OPPOSITE! Your competition is afraid and paralyzed. It's your chance to grab customers AND become the premier player in your market. Fortunes can be made in economic downturns but you have to be strong and smart. Business as usual won't cut it.
Sponsored by The Home Depot
| Formats Available: Streaming
| Original Seminar Date: 02-17-2009
On-Demand Release Date: March 01, 2010 | | MORE INFO |
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