For utility contractors, establishing a strong brand identity is essential for standing out in a competitive market.
A key element of brand identity...
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Writing a Formal Business Plan Creates a Blueprint for Success
John Monroe understands the importance of setting goals.
In 2024, at age 60, he completed his sixth triathlon. Although he fell short of...
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January Highlights Importance of Mental Health Wellness
As we get into January and a new year, it brings an important reminder for all industries to focus on mental well-being....
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5 Cold Weather Excavation Tips
Jobs don’t stop when cold weather occurs. In fact, emergency work and utility repairs often require accessing underground infrastructure in freezing temperatures.
When...
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Why Retaining Top Talent Saves Your Business Money
As a business owner in the home services industry, you already know how much skill and expertise your best employees bring to...
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Prepping Electric Vehicles and Other Heavy Equipment for Cold Weather
Winter is coming, or already here for some, and it’s time to get fleets ready for cold, ice, and snow.
As more fleets...
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Fight the Freeze: Tips to Prevent Cold Stress on Job Sites
Summer presents the challenge of working in blistering heat, but now is the time of year to begin focusing on the dangers...
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5 Ways to Use Social Media to Attract the Next Generation of Workers
The construction industry is facing a workforce shortage, and companies are increasingly recognizing the need to attract young, skilled workers to fill...
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How Hiring Workers With Limited Experience Can Be Beneficial
When hiring, many companies look for experience and a skill set that matches the position needing to be filled. Lindsey Rushing looks...
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Incorporating Customer Feedback Into Business Operations
Customers are at the heart of your business. If they are not happy or you are not effectively meeting their needs, it...
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10 Tips for Creating a Disaster Preparedness Plan
In the utility construction industry, being prepared goes beyond just meeting deadlines — it’s about staying ahead of potential risks that could...
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Don’t Flush Away Business Opportunities By Failing to Follow Up
When you’re running a utility contracting business, you’re probably knee-deep (hopefully not literally) in pipes, wrenches, and a thousand other things demanding...
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Why Job Training Is Crucial at Every Level of Your Business
The complexity and risks associated with construction work underscore the critical need for comprehensive job training at every level of employment. Ensuring...
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Respect Your Hand and Power Tools
Humans are unique in that we can develop tools to help us do our jobs easier, faster and safer. Manufacturers have been...




















