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Pro-Accel Employee Promoting Tip! If you wish to introduce a new position in your growing construction company, I highly suggest you do your homework and get very clear on what that new position means for your company today AND how it'll shape your future. I hear way too many stories of growing contractors who introduce a new position in their growing company by just telling one of their employees they're promoted without even knowing how to position that employee for success BOTH for the company and themselves. Know the full list of skills and responsibilities of what's needed for that role, hire or promote the person who has the most matching skills, THEN develop employees to quickly gain the skill gap they have (everyone has skill gaps). I suggest you also understand the roles/responsibilities of whom this person will be reporting to and try to offset some of the responsibilities to the newly appointed position. Why? Since you are growing, the person who is now this new positions supervisor will ALSO be taking on new responsibilities and skills needed to bring the company to the next level. They need to evolve and grow as well! It's not about one role, every role changes when companies grow. #proaccel #constructionoperations #constructionconsulting

As contractors, it’s easy to get caught up in the day-to-day operations, but what happens when it’s time to scale, boost profits, or even streamline the chaos? That’s where Pro-Accel comes in. At Pro-Accel, we help construction business owners grow strategically, improve operational performance, and increase profitability by offering a clear, unbiased perspective on the challenges holding you back. From cash flow issues to team structure, we identify opportunities for improvement and provide actionable solutions that align with your unique needs. Whether you're a contractor looking to scale or fine-tune your current operations, we’re here to help you accelerate your success. Visit www.pro-accel.com to learn how we can support your next phase of growth. Let’s build a stronger foundation for your business together. #constructionconsulting #contractors #businessgrowth #operations #ProAccel

As we quickly approach the end of the year , many contractors are reflecting on the challenges and opportunities from the past year. It's a great time to think ahead and strategize for growth. Pro-Accel works with contractors to help them maximize efficiency and position them for success in the new year. Let's set up a Free Consultation and discuss your goals so you can stay ahead of the competition. #proaccel

It always made me feel better selecting a subcontractor who called me before a bid and warned me about some busts in the plans. Nobody wants to hear about problems BUT when a contractor goes out of their way to tell you to be careful with ABC scope or XYZ in the schedule you know they are looking through the plans and know what they're talking about. Sometimes the competition tells them to call you so you can increase your price. BUT that's where your skills need to shine and call the bluff. Usually, that's not the case. Perhaps they got burnt on that particular issue in the past due to incompetent field managers and their competition knows better. You just don't know BUT they're paying attention. Yes -- they are usually higher in price because they saw potential risk, BUT you know they'll get the job done more efficiently. The best part is when you call their competition and ask them if they're covered in that particular situation and they say "Don't worry about it". I've been in that situation many times and guess what happens..... they eventually want a change order when they realize they didn't spend enough time going through the plans OR they were just incompetent to realize the risk before the bid. This destroys trust. Keeping your estimators sharp will give you some of the greatest ROI. #estimating #bidtime #changeorders #construction #proaccel

This ones for folks on a path of Personal Development! Jerry lists out several things you need to get comfortable with when launching your own business. It can get rough, but building a community of people that are on the same path makes it way easier. ⛏️what skill are you learning?

Check out our take on what a Construction COO role looks like.

To be a great construction professional you need to be creative and be a self-starter. Ownership needs to respect this as well.

With competition growing and more contractors telling me they have less backlog this second half of 2024 (election year is a major factor), it’s more important than ever to have a solid business development plan. It’s not just about landing the next big job, it’s about building strong relationships and real connections that will help your business grow over time. If you focus on these relationships, you’ll have an edge to handle the ups and downs that come every few years. Stay ahead by making sure your network is strong and ready to support you when things get tough! In one of my latest videos/blogs, I discuss my take on business development. Check out using the link below. https://lnkd.in/e_5sq_eH #proaccel #constructionoperations

If you’re barely making payroll week to week, moving from one project to the next without solving this critical issue, it’s time to ask yourself.....What are you doing to fix it? The worst thought or solution you can have is....my next project will fix this problem! Are you analyzing and improving your labor productivity by eliminating those consistent bottlenecks or are you just hiring more help who you think will save the day? Are you taking a deep dive into your estimating practices to see where you might be falling short or do you think it's because you can't find good estimators and you'll eventually find one? Are you pursuing opportunities that better align with your team’s skills or you "have the best in the industry" and just going through a rough patch? You must find the root cause of your cash flow problems. Perhaps you need stronger back-office support or more rigorous accounting practices to chase down payments more effectively? Whatever the issue, continuing to operate month after month with the same cash flow problems is a recipe for disaster. It WON'T go away on its own or by thinking the next project will be better. I speak with many contractors who are managing their cash flow just fine. So, what are you doing to change the way you perform estimates, manage projects, track progress, and one of the most overlooked parts of yearly strategies I help with.... continuously improve????!!!! The longer you wait to address these issues, the closer you get to a breaking point! The time to act is ALWAYS now. I'm curious to hear from those who've experienced a bad cash flow period, or my CFO connections.....based on your experience, what would you suggest as a good starting point for a contractor struggling with cash flow? #cashflow #proaccel #constructionoperations