There are a few things prospective clients may ask of you if they're considering partnering with your contracting business for a given job, and one […]
The concept of supplies is a common one within the contracting industry, but it's typically considered primarily in terms of supplies required for actual jobs […]
Many professionals across numerous industries are regularly looking for ways to drum up their business and increase job frequency, and contractors are no exception. If […]
There are several elements that are naturally important to contractors who perform work at various sites, and security of the jobsite is at or near […]
While they're certainly not something anyone looks forward to, the reality is that crises or significant issues sometimes crop up in the world of contracting. […]
It's a simple reality in many industries, including the construction and contracting world: Prices are going up around the globe. Due to everything from supply […]
Licensure is a very important concept within the world of contracting, but many who operate in this field will run into unlicensed contractors during their […]
If you're thinking of starting a contracting business, there will be a mixture of options and hard requirements you should be seeing to during this […]
There are a few processes that are very important for any contracting business, and one of these that's applicable virtually across the board is the […]
Applying the skills you've learned in the past to your current role is vital across many industries and job types, and owning a contracting business […]
We’ve all been hearing them lately… the warnings about an upcoming recession. Many industries are anxiously anticipating what’s to come and what it may mean […]
Permits are often a significant part of the contracting world, and many experienced contractors have run into a similar issue: Arriving at a job site […]
Information and data security are vital topics across numerous industries today, and the contracting world is definitely among them. While contractors aren't necessarily sharing top-secret […]
When it comes to starting up a contracting business, those in this process naturally tend to think most about specific physical skills and capabilities, from […]
For any prospective contractor preparing for any contractor's license exam, studying is a vital theme throughout. For some, an important concept here is simply avoiding […]
While themes like branding may sound like they're meant mostly for retail stores and similar product or service manufacturers, numerous business types can and do […]
If you're the owner of a contracting business, keeping employees comfortable and satisfied in their roles is an important task. There are several methods of […]
For contractors who regularly take on jobs where they'll be breaking new ground for a variety of reasons, avoiding digging issues is an important consideration. […]
Themes like inclusivity and broad forms of recruitment have become increasingly important in the business world over the last several years, and the contracting realm […]
Nearly every company out there, particularly in the small business realm, will go through certain "down" periods in terms of overall demand for their products […]
If you're the owner of any contracting business, whether large or small, the comfort and happiness of your employees will naturally be very important. One […]
We're entering the fall season here in Utah, which means the cold winter is around the corner. Many contracting jobs push forward regardless of the […]
Modern technology offers us numerous benefits previous generations may not have had access to; this extends to those studying for their vital contractor's license exam. […]
Social media advertising and marketing are important variables for any business today, and contracting businesses are no exception. Even in an industry where in-person services […]
For any contracting business, materials are a vital factor to consider for everything from daily operations to profit margins. The best contracting companies and managers […]
While those who have built up years of mentored experience in the contracting field will have plenty of expertise, this does not necessarily mean they're […]
There are both controllable and uncontrollable hazards that may be present on a given construction job site, and one that falls squarely into this latter […]
There are several major industries where supply chains play a major role in daily operations, and the contracting and construction realm is a good example. […]
At Contractor’s School, we’re here to help. We offer several contractor license courses throughout Salt Lake City and the rest of Utah, including socially-distant classes […]
There are several important areas that the owner or manager of a contracting business must manage, and one for any such business that carries employees […]
Across numerous fields and disciplines, “best practices” are used as standards within a given industry or area. Generally tweaked and adjusted over time as new […]
Standing out from the competition is important within any industry, and takes on particular value in a competitive industry like several contracting areas. Any major […]
Since the COVID-19 pandemic took hold, people around the world have struggled to maintain their everyday lives. April 2020 saw the American unemployment rate shoot […]
With Halloween around the corner, we've been thinking a lot about getting spooked. Over the years that we've been in existence, Contractor’s School has seen […]
These past few months, we’ve had to rethink our definition of “unpredictable.” Things can change very quickly in our lives, and it’s imperative that we’re […]
You may have the perfect vision, clear processes and a strong client base, but your small business relies on a solid team. Without reliable employees, […]
By Andrew Pollock, CPA Every type of business, whether it’s a professional service, restaurant, or retail store, has to bring in money. The first step […]
