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Articles by Ellen Rohr

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Business Uncomplicated

First Day on the Job

Let’s consider what we can do to engage our new hires right from the start.
February 4, 2019
Ellen Rohr
If we want to attract and develop great talent, let’s consider what can we do engage our new hires right from the start.
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Business Uncomplicated

Crystal Ball Gazing

My business predictions for contractors in 2019.
January 5, 2019
Ellen Rohr
Why we do what we do transcends product and process. How we do what we do is changing. Ready to embrace new ways to achieve your goals and succeed in the PHCP industry? 
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Business Uncomplicated

The Power of Tidy

A cleaned and organized shop makes you feel lighter — and gives your business a professional look.
December 5, 2018
Ellen Rohr
Once you’ve thoroughly cleaned up your shop, there’s a transformative moment with the power to change your behaviors.
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Business Uncomplicated

The Ride-Along, Part 2

Ten tips to make the most of your windshield time, and when you are on the job together.
November 6, 2018
Ellen Rohr
Ride-alongs are humbling. Just because you tell your techs to do something doesn’t mean it’s happening. Or even understood. Talking ain’t training. I’ve experienced that brutal reality many times myself.
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Business Uncomplicated

The Ride-Along, Part 1

Help your team members be successful and reach their goals.
October 8, 2018
Ellen Rohr
Do you ride along with your techs on a regular basis? When I hear a contractor say, “My techs always (do something, such as wear booties, offer financing, refer to the customer by Mr./Ms.),” I think, “You have no idea what they are doing on every call.” 
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Bare Bones Biz

The Motivational Meeting

A powerful guest speaker is a good way to introduce your team to new experiences and voices.
September 10, 2018
Ellen Rohr
Staging a company event with a powerful guest speaker is a good way to introduce your team to new voices, experiences and perspectives.
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Business Uncomplicated

What is Your Business Worth?

Make sure your company is worth buying, then work with experts to find the best price for it.
August 12, 2018
Ellen Rohr
Before you take steps to sell your business, make sure it’s worth buying. Then consult experts to accurately value your company.
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BUSINESS UNCOMPLICATED

Productivity: Small Changes, Big Results

Five ways to quickly get your team to where you want them to be.
July 8, 2018
Ellen Rohr
Here are the best ideas I have recently discovered, or rediscovered, by working with contractors.
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Business Uncomplicated

Vendors are People, Too

Your business isn’t perfect so don’t expect your vendors’ businesses to be any different.
June 4, 2018
Ellen Rohr
I planned on placing an order for some marketing giveaways, you know, the tchotchkes you hand out at trade shows.
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Business Uncomplicated

The Power of Community

How to make our connectivity more meaningful.
May 14, 2018
Ellen Rohr
Yes, put your phone down. But then make the most of the moment.
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