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Whether you’re dealing with customers, suppliers, or prospects, you’re involved in this complex challenge we refer to as negotiation. The success of your business is largely dependent on your negotiation skills. In this article, we’re going to break down the negotiation process into four fundamental steps so you have a better idea how to approach this sector of your business.

It hasn't been until recent years that a contractor who installs LEDs had no need to focus on the specifics of the design, including how the customer can expect the lighting to perform and whether or not it meets their expectations. But much like many other things in this world, electrical contractor roles have evolved in tandem with design-build projects pull in contractors into the layout and engineering...

How can firms improve billing and reduce overhead for residential and lighter commercial service jobs, all while streamlining quotations? One excellent option is a flat-rate pricing system.

Before venturing into a renovation estimating project, you'll want to learn as much as you can about the existing building. Let's discuss a few points you should be sure to cover.

7 Tips to Controlling Costs for Electrical Contractors

You may wonder why an electrical estimator would spend much time focusing on the electrical rooms and switchgear as they try to determine potential lost labor on a job. How much of a difference can these rooms actually in the grand scheme of the overall project?

Lost time has increased over the years, you need to include that time in your estimates

By analyzing trends in your estimating, you can discover what works and what doesn’t, thereby refining your estimating skills and increasing your company’s future success ratio.

The importance of developing a relationship with general contractors

How can predictions be accurate enough to ensure that the contractor will benefit from taking on a future project?

Now more than ever an online presence is key to doing business in today’s increasingly connected world.

How to Avoid Estimating Errors

Being at the top of the game requires sharp skills, especially if you want to stand out. Here are a few essential skills for electrical estimators.

Can Construction Apps Help Your Business

More to Feeders than you may think..

Here is some advice on how to leverage those bid opportunities to increase your jobs and grow your company