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Coach's Corner

To Retain New Technicians, the First 30 Days are Make-or-Break

Consistent leadership, clear expectations, mentoring, regular check-ins and a deliberate 30-day review help new hires feel supported and confident, significantly improving retention.
April 1, 2026
Nate Agentis

Discover why the first 30 days of a technician's employment are the ultimate "make-or-break" period and learn how intentional leadership and clear expectations can prevent early turnover.


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Contractor Profit Advantage

Success Is In the Dough

If you deliver excellence, consumers will be looking for you.
April 1, 2026
Richard DiToma

Learn why success in the PHC contracting business requires more than just technical skill, but the courage to set profitable prices that reflect the true value of your excellence.


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Feature

Repair, Replace or Wait It Out?

How to navigate HVAC decisions in a time of ongoing uncertainty.
March 2, 2026

Tariffs, inflation and rising equipment costs continue to reshape the HVAC landscape, and wholesale distributors remain squarely in the middle of that transition. 


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Thought Leadership

The Corner Booth at the Local Dairy Queen: A Leadership Lesson for 2026

Meaningful connections are essential for team trust and success.
February 2, 2026
Jill Imig, PE, EDAC

Jill Imig draws on lessons from her grandfather’s Dairy Queen corner booth to illustrate why meaningful human connection and visibility remain the most powerful tools in a leader’s arsenal.


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How PHCPPros Can Prepare for Deepfake Attacks

AI-generated deepfake videos, photos and audio files can spread misinformation very fast.
September 2, 2024

AI-generated deepfake videos, photos and audio files can spread misinformation very fast.


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Feature

How Plumbers Can Thrive Amidst Advancing Technology

While personal connections remain unbeatable, technology can still enhance customer service.
September 2, 2024

While the core competencies for home service contractors remain almost untouchable, there are some advancing technologies that complement the industry and can even strengthen it. 


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CONTRACTOR STORIES

Taking Care of Your Team

Run a company you’d like to work for.
September 2, 2024
Tom Soukup

Back in November of 2023, I discussed building a team, or at least my approach to building a team.  This month, I’d like to cover keeping that team together. 


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Performance Management

The 3 Keys to Remaining Relevant

Hint: Change your mindset
August 29, 2024
Howard Coleman

In the March 2024 issue of my monthly newsletter, “MCA Talk,” I began to address the question of remaining relevant...


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MOMENTUM BUILDING MARKETING

Share Your Company’s Values Through Well-Written Content

Your home service company needs to provide informative and authentic material that allows your brand values to shine.
August 5, 2024
Heather Ripley

Your company’s ethical standards help guide your employees while giving your customers insight into how you conduct business. A well-planned PR campaign will help craft the right message so everyone knows what makes your company special.


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Contractor Profit Advantage

Showing Up When Promised Is Important

Don’t make your business look bad to the consumer and devalue your capability of satisfying and pleasing the consumer.
August 5, 2024
Richard DiToma

Don’t be late when you promise customers that you will be at their location at a certain time. When you are inconsiderate and waste a customer’s time, it looks bad and you may lose that customer. 


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