7 Sales and Marketing Trends to Watch (and Learn From)
These award-winning campaigns from NAHB's 2024 National Sales and Marketing Awards showcase next-level strategies and stellar results
Proven Ways to Improve Jobsite Productivity
Consider these solutions for reducing cycle time, hard costs, dry runs, rework, miscommunication, and overall inefficiencies on the jobsite
Sales and Texting? Know the Rules
Texting your sales prospects en masse can be an efficient way to get your message through if you follow these best practices
How to Create a More Inclusive Workplace for Women in Construction
Consider these tips and techniques to attract and retain more women in your home building company and reap the benefits of a more diverse workforce
Ways Women Are Overcoming Hurdles and Making Gains in Construction Careers
Actionable advice for women construction workers who encounter bias on the job
7 Ways Jobsites Could Be More Inclusive and Welcoming to Women
Four industry pros weigh in on simple but significant ways to make construction sites more welcoming to women
The Great Pyramid and Pantheon: ancient construction quality
In a recent discussion regarding the impact of quality on the ASQ Design & Construction Division Linkedin Group, a member made the comment…
Misunderstood communication issues will derail your business strategies
In every industry I have worked in, Communication seems to be the common denominator, of dysfunctionality. We write books about, train our leaders…
Meritage Homes CEO Hilton: ?We?re converting more prospects because our energy-efficient homes offer compelling value.?
Professional Builder sat down with Meritage Homes CEO Steven J. Hilton to discuss the builder's net-zero offering, selling green homes, hot markets, and more.
Design on the fly: How tablets are transforming the design process
Architects, designers, and builders are turning to tablets for a variety of
design-related tasks, including in-the-field design reviews and client presentations.
Managing in a downturn
Wisdom is timeless, which is why two Harvard Business Review articles published in 2001 and 2008 are still as valid and thought provoking today as…
Using a outside consultant could give you the extra you need.....
From 1979 to 2001 I worked in high level positions within corporate America. I was always surprised over the number of consultants that called…
The white elephant still exist for leaders in coaching
For over 30 years I have worked with executives that indicate they are interested in improving their skills, leadership ability or their overall…
Are you afraid of getting better?
As a consultant, I literally spend 30 hours a week on the phone with builder owners, CEO’s and senior level staff of Home builder’s, Real Estate…
Operations
Risk Management for Home Builders
Don't get caught out. Know the risks and prepare for risk management
Lean Building
Top 10 Lean Building Myths Busted
From the lack of meaningful savings to the overwhelming time commitment, Lean operations guru Scott Sedam refutes the most common misconceptions about implementing Lean process in home building
