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Contractors Advantage offers a series of training audio compact disks to Owners and Managers of HVAC, Plumbing and Electrical firms.

LISTEN TO THE FOUNDER OF CONTRACTORS ADVANTAGE

Who was  a successful  Contractor with over 30 years experience. He already walked the same walk faced by today’s owners and managers. His CD’s sums up all the experiences, challenges and problems you face today. You do not have to reinvent the wheel. Let his years of fighting in the trenches and hand-on skills guide you towards reaping the rewards of your efforts.

BUYING AND SELLING A CONTRACTING BUSINESS          (Order #B101)

There are almost 4 million business for sale every year.  You might not be ready to do this but being prepared is part of any business. You  might want to retire one day. This CD  talks about Preparation, Marketing, Valuation. On the other hand, maybe you want to buy a business. Learn how to gather information to better value your exiting operation.

THE 21^ST CENTURY TECHNICIAN          (Order # C102)

Want to have better technicians at your company? Want to be a better technician yourself? Did you know that if you do things the way you always do them you will receive the same results. Learn new ways to better serve your customers and be fairly compensated for your efforts. It is time to become a "21st Century Technician".

What you will learn as a business manager or technician:
* How to handle customer complaints
* How to collect on all jobs
* How to have less callbacks
* How to have happier customers
* How to educate customers so they will give you the approval for a large repair or replacement
* How to improve your value as a technician
* How to have a more enjoyable and job as a technician
* How to use professional techniques to excel
* And learn much, much, more

ENDLESS REFERRALS          (Order # E103)

You Will Learn
* Referral programs that work
* Why referrals make your best customers
* Ways to supercharge referrals
* The hidden benefits of referrals
* Referral compensation methods
* Fulfillment of your business goals
* 9 Ways to find referrals

 HIRING, TRAINING AND MANAGING RESIDENTIAL SALES PEOPLE          (Order #H104)

• When and why to hire Sales Personnel

• Methods to generate more sales leads

• Strategies to deal with peak sales periods

• How to Attract Competent People

• Questions for the interview and preferred answers

• Strategies for Compensation

• Training new Sales people

• Discussing Company policies

• Holding Planning Sessions

• Improving Communications

• Motivating Sales People

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HOW TO FIND AND RETAIN TOP HVAC TECHNICIANS          (Order # F105)

Probably the biggest challenge you face is finding and retaining top technicians. This CD explains how to find these technicians by using specific tools and take certain steps. Check out the many methods discussed here.

PROFITING FROM YELLOW PAGE ADVERTISING          (Order # P106)

Interesting, 99% of people looking for a furnace look to the yellow Pages. (Simmons Marketing) Using the Yellow Page’s correctly can not be overemphasized. (Don't always depend on the internet).

This CD explores the basics and dynamics of how and where to place your ads. Why certain types are important to you and the best methods and wordings

 FLAT RATE VERSUS TIME AND MATERIAL PRICING         (Order #FR107)

What type of pricing structure is best for your company? The first thing this CD talks about is knowing your cost of doing business. A uniform pricing structure  is a major step. There are many reasons to compare the two methods and decide. One of our most popular programs is our Accu-Pricing Flat Rate Repair program (see) which suggests many traditional contractors  are moving from Time & Material.

 FINDING BAD HEAT EXCHANGES          (Order #B108)

Finding a bad heat exchange can help to increase sales, repairs and upgrades. In this CD hear all about detecting bad heat exchanges. There are about 20 methods to do this and explained in simple graphic terms. The CD answers questions such as:  How often to check?, How do they go bad? When should they be repaired?

 You can easily upload these disks to your IPOD® Music carrier and be on the move while you absorb these helpful ideas.

We ship first class prepaid. You should receive yours  in just a few days.

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