Start Your Own Construction and Contracting Business Your Step-by-Step Guide to Success |
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| Series title: | StartUp Ser. |
| ISBN: | 978-1-61308-062-7 |
| Publication Date: | Oct 2007 |
| Publisher: | Entrepreneur Media Inc/Entrepreneur Press
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| Book Format: | Ebook |
| List Price: | USD $19.95 |
Book Description:
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If you’re good with your hands and have a great business sense, now is the time to start your own construction or contracting firm. Independent contractors can earn upwards of six figures a year doing remodels, new construction, home additions and more. Author Gregg Kuehn has 30 years of experience in the industry--and now he reveals his secrets to starting and running a profitable business. Learn how to: * Attract clients through multiple channels: marketing, advertising...
More DescriptionIf you’re good with your hands and have a great business sense, now is the time to start your own construction or contracting firm. Independent contractors can earn upwards of six figures a year doing remodels, new construction, home additions and more. Author Gregg Kuehn has 30 years of experience in the industry--and now he reveals his secrets to starting and running a profitable business. Learn how to: * Attract clients through multiple channels: marketing, advertising and word-of-mouth recommendations * Set a budget and write an accurate estimate for any type of job * Price your products and services to be competitive while maximizing profits * Hire and train great employees--and handle any employee problems * Deal with problem clients, earn their trust and address their complaints Detailed examples and stories from real-life contractors show you what to do--and what not to do--on your path to success. Learn how to avoid the most common mistakes and get started today with your own thriving construction business.