Last year, much of the industry forecasting that went on at conventions, in publications and on showroom floors around the country was hedged with cute phrases like “markets are still in flux,”
Vinyl plank flooring material has become very popular of late, and with this popularity comes an increased use in both residential and commercial applications.
In this age of fast-track construction, cutthroat competition and ever-tightening margins, it’s only natural to want to get the project rolling as quickly as possible.
Fans of HGTV recently got their first look at the Urban Oasis Tour 2012, feasting their eyes on the fully furnished 1,700-square-foot luxury condominium that is the centerpiece of this year’s $900,000 grand-prize giveaway.
Last month I shared research that showed those who are the most successful in leadership, relationships and marriage are those who are not afraid to step up, address and discuss sensitive issues with others. The struggle with sensitive issues is that they are often very emotional and generate our age-old evolutionary response: fight or flight. That defense mechanism causes us to use ineffective methods of communication. When we are loaded with adrenalin, our brains lack the necessary blood flow to remain calm and think clearly.
Lee Lacocca’s famous quote, “Lead, follow or get out of the way!” From the early 1980s has a much more profound meaning today when you apply it to the new model of retail selling affecting the way you will be, or already are, doing business.
Moisture problems have been plaguing our industry for the last two decades. It represents a problem of about $1 billion dollars annually to the industry.
Let’s face it: Everyone claims they have the best quality, service, delivery, and price. But the fact is, that’s just not possible. So when it comes to marketing and producing your brand of hardwood flooring, it’s imperative that every employee on your team is totally committed to being a market niche leader and improving profitability each year.
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