Got an email from a client the other day that instantly reminded me of how I used to deliver “Poop Sandwiches” to my own employees. […]
Al Levi
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Doing Good…Ending Bad
I’m lucky enough to work with a lot of good-hearted contractors. What I know is contractors in general, despite the skewed view of the media […]
Practicing What I Preach
For over 10 years, I’ve been helping contractors learn and practice good habits. It has improved their lives, their employees’ lives and even the lives […]
Getting Employees to “Released”
What does Getting Employees to “Released” mean? It means you’ve trained and verified what they do know so they can be entrusted to do the […]
Nepotism: Keeping it All in The Family – The Wrong and The Right Ways
When I was the last of the three brothers to enter the family business, my dad told me, “I owe you and opportunity not a […]
Want to Fix, Grow or Sell Your Business?
Contractors contact me to talk about their business. That’s why I offer a free 30 minute no obligation call because it allows them to talk […]
Multitasking Myth
When I was about 22, I finished college and joined the family business. I had always worked at the business part time throughout high school […]
Demanding vs. Pursuing Perfection
I think Lexus™ got it right when they coined the phrase, “Relentless Pursuit of Perfection” I think pursuing perfection can be a healthy thing. I […]
Family Turnaround
What a pleasure it is not having to rush to the gate to catch a flight. I actually had time to kill at an airport. […]
Staffing Tips From My Daughter
My daughter, Pam, came out to our home in Phoenix recently because she is in the midst of her recruiting and hiring process right now. […]