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| Page 1 of 2 | Previous | Next | MARKUP AND PROFIT SEPTEMBER 16, 2010 Cutting Labor Rates Sep 16 Cutting Labor Rates Tweet A buddy of mine from the east coast called the other day. Recalculate your sales price, assuming a lower labor rate. Be reasonable – can you find a labor rate that puts you more in the running and still pays a fair wage to your employees? As things improve and the company starts developing a backlog of jobs, labor rates will be increased with the goal of getting back to making a decent living. careful with labor cost. Apprentices and laborers topped out at $18. We have all heard that song before. You make the call. | THE SERVICE COACH JULY 12, 2011  Talent Gap Challenges Future of American Skilled Trade Workforce Six out of the top ten jobs employers are having difficulty filling have a direct impact on the field service industry and include the following: - Technicians ranked #1 - Skilled Trades Workers ranked#3 - Engineers ranked #4 - Laborers ranked #5 - IT Staff ranked #8 - Production Operators ranked #9. “I believe we need a national PR campaign for skilled labor. big one. | | | | | |
| | | GREEN GODDESS APRIL 30, 2010 Citigroup or Great Visionary Prophets of the Future Citigroup Mar 5 2006 Plutonomy Report Part 2 Revisiting Plutonomy: The Rich Getting Richer “Industry Note” from Citigroup that posits wonderful things such as: “Our whole plutonomy thesis is based on the idea that the rich will keep getting richer. At some point it is likely that labor will fight back against the rising profit share of the rich and there will be a political backlash against the rising wealth of the rich. Increase the profit share of the economy at the expense of labor.” Here is one such observation, how prescient. This thesis is not without its risks. | BUILDERS COUNSEL JANUARY 31, 2011  Surety Bonds For Green Building / The Builders Counsel: A. Confusion surrounding the 2006 Green Building Act The Green Building Act passed to regulate construction in Washington D.C. Lets Talk Green Materials Department of Labor Failing To Properly Set Davis-Bacon Wages? Todays post comes from Kristen Bradley, a principal at SuretyBonds.com. The first article provided information about construction bonds in Washington. area in 2012. | THE SERVICE COACH JULY 12, 2011  Talent Gap Challenges Future of American Skilled Trade Workforce Six out of the top ten jobs employers are having difficulty filling have a direct impact on the field service industry and include the following: - Technicians ranked #1 - Skilled Trades Workers ranked#3 - Engineers ranked #4 - Laborers ranked #5 - IT Staff ranked #8 - Production Operators ranked #9. “I believe we need a national PR campaign for skilled labor. big one. | | | | | | | |
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BUILDERS COUNSEL | WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 9, 2011  Federal Court: Washington's Energy-Efficient Building Codes Not.
In that section, Judge Bryan explains the multi-step format set forth in the 2006 code, and how the 2009 revisions to the code offer a choice between three alternative compliance paths. Lets Talk Green Materials Department of Labor Failing To Properly Set Davis-Bacon Wages? federal district court judge has ruled in favor of the State of Washington and several other proponents of a new Washington energy code. So, what does this mean? Well, for now this means that the State of Washington can safely promulgate and enforce its new code. The entire Act is set forth in WAC 51-11. MORE >> - OSHA Targets Residential Contractors for Fall Protection Violations
US Labor Department's OSHA cites homebuilder DR Horton and 4 subcontractors for fall hazards at Parker, Colo., Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration has cited homebuilder D.R. The company was cited for similar hazards in April and September of 2006 in Colorado. construction site DENVER (MMD Newswire) April 4, 2011 -- The U.S. Horton of Greenwood Village, along with four subcontractors, for safety violations resulting from a fall hazard inspection at a Parker worksite. Proposed penalties for all employers at the worksite total $93,640. MORE >> -
MARKUP AND PROFIT | WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 13, 2010 Money Saving Tip #8 – Sub-Contractor Agreement
Money Saving Tip #2 - Scheduling Vacation Time Your Price Isnt Negotiable Money Saving Tip #1 - Delivering Material to the Job Site Cutting Labor Rates Recover Overhead and Profit in your Labor Rate Guarding Your Time Honesty, truthfulness, straight dealing Holiday Decorating - Keeping the Bills Paid You know how to unplug a toilet, but not everyone does August (8) If it wasnt in the budget. 2006 (109) December (5) 2007 Goals for your Construction Business Appreciate Others this Christmas Season Is it a Construction Business, or a Hobby? His book we bought is worn out. MORE >> -
MARKUP AND PROFIT | TUESDAY, DECEMBER 28, 2010 Are You Too Good to be True?
Money Saving Tip #2 - Scheduling Vacation Time Your Price Isnt Negotiable Money Saving Tip #1 - Delivering Material to the Job Site Cutting Labor Rates Recover Overhead and Profit in your Labor Rate Guarding Your Time Honesty, truthfulness, straight dealing Holiday Decorating - Keeping the Bills Paid You know how to unplug a toilet, but not everyone does August (8) If it wasnt in the budget. 2006 (109) December (5) 2007 Goals for your Construction Business Appreciate Others this Christmas Season Is it a Construction Business, or a Hobby? Dec 28 Are You Too Good to be True? MORE >> -
MARKUP AND PROFIT | FRIDAY, JANUARY 28, 2011 Getting Something for Nothing
Money Saving Tip #2 - Scheduling Vacation Time Your Price Isnt Negotiable Money Saving Tip #1 - Delivering Material to the Job Site Cutting Labor Rates Recover Overhead and Profit in your Labor Rate Guarding Your Time Honesty, truthfulness, straight dealing Holiday Decorating - Keeping the Bills Paid You know how to unplug a toilet, but not everyone does August (8) If it wasnt in the budget. 2006 (109) December (5) 2007 Goals for your Construction Business Appreciate Others this Christmas Season Is it a Construction Business, or a Hobby? It can’t be one sided. MORE >> - Make Those Decisions MARKUP AND PROFIT | THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 17, 2011
- Negotiating – Not MARKUP AND PROFIT | THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 24, 2011
- Money Saving Tip #10 – Cell phone use MARKUP AND PROFIT | WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 20, 2010
- Money Saving Tip #27 – Employee Reviews MARKUP AND PROFIT | MONDAY, DECEMBER 20, 2010
- Paying a Salesperson MARKUP AND PROFIT | WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 18, 2010
- If it wasn't in the budget. MARKUP AND PROFIT | TUESDAY, AUGUST 31, 2010
- Money Saving Tip #16 – No Make-Work Projects MARKUP AND PROFIT | WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 10, 2010
- Professional relationships with your clients MARKUP AND PROFIT | FRIDAY, JANUARY 21, 2011
- There's Nothing Like a Handwritten Note MARKUP AND PROFIT | TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 15, 2011
- Website Opinions MARKUP AND PROFIT | WEDNESDAY, MARCH 2, 2011
- Guarding Your Time MARKUP AND PROFIT | FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 10, 2010
- Trouble For The Economic Loss Doctrine? WA Supreme Court Clarifies. BUILDERS COUNSEL | WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 17, 2010
- Lien Claimants Get A Victory in Utah In Mechanics Lien Priority Case CONSTRUCTION LIEN BLOG | SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 12, 2012
- You Shall Take a Fixed Salary. MARKUP AND PROFIT | WEDNESDAY, MARCH 30, 2011
- Your Contractor Isn't Telling a Tall Tale. MARKUP AND PROFIT | TUESDAY, JULY 6, 2010
- Unlicensed Contractor MARKUP AND PROFIT | TUESDAY, JULY 20, 2010
- Quit Worrying About the Other Guy MARKUP AND PROFIT | MONDAY, AUGUST 2, 2010
- What's Your Influence? MARKUP AND PROFIT | THURSDAY, AUGUST 12, 2010
- Should Salespeople Have to Generate Leads? | Markup and Profit Blog MARKUP AND PROFIT | MONDAY, AUGUST 23, 2010
- Construction Marketing Mistakes MARKUP AND PROFIT | MONDAY, JANUARY 17, 2011
- The things that matter. MARKUP AND PROFIT | MONDAY, JANUARY 24, 2011
- Don't Forget Your Wiring MARKUP AND PROFIT | THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 10, 2011
- Bigger doesn't always mean more profitable MARKUP AND PROFIT | TUESDAY, MARCH 1, 2011
- Let's Blog Off: Reducing Stress for Thanksgiving HTRC | MONDAY, NOVEMBER 15, 2010
- Honesty, truthfulness, straight dealing MARKUP AND PROFIT | TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 7, 2010
- Money Saving Tip #9 – Eliminate invoices MARKUP AND PROFIT | MONDAY, OCTOBER 18, 2010
- Video Conferencing for free MARKUP AND PROFIT | FRIDAY, OCTOBER 22, 2010
- Money Saving Tip #13 – Present contracts in person MARKUP AND PROFIT | MONDAY, NOVEMBER 1, 2010
- Money Saving Tip #17 – No Promises Without a Commitment MARKUP AND PROFIT | MONDAY, NOVEMBER 15, 2010
- Money Saving Tip #18 – Hire Smart MARKUP AND PROFIT | WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 17, 2010
- Money Saving Tip #19 – Fuel Purchases MARKUP AND PROFIT | MONDAY, NOVEMBER 22, 2010
- Money Saving Tip #20 – Time and Material Jobs MARKUP AND PROFIT | WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 24, 2010
- Money Saving Tip #21 – Employee Bonuses MARKUP AND PROFIT | MONDAY, NOVEMBER 29, 2010
- Money Saving Tip #23 – Paying Subs MARKUP AND PROFIT | MONDAY, DECEMBER 6, 2010
- Money Saving Tip #25 – Work with Sharp Tools MARKUP AND PROFIT | MONDAY, DECEMBER 13, 2010
- Money Saving Tip #26 – Prevent Breakdowns MARKUP AND PROFIT | WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 15, 2010
- Money Saving Tip #29 – Use Solid Contract Language MARKUP AND PROFIT | MONDAY, DECEMBER 27, 2010
- Money Saving Tip #30 – Ask Lots of Questions MARKUP AND PROFIT | WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 29, 2010
- Money Saving Tip #31 – Clear Pricing on Change Work Orders MARKUP AND PROFIT | MONDAY, JANUARY 3, 2011
- Money Saving Tip #33 – Don't Buy New MARKUP AND PROFIT | MONDAY, JANUARY 10, 2011
- Money Saving Tip #34 – Review Change Work Order Language MARKUP AND PROFIT | WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 12, 2011
- RIP: The Recessed Light HTRC | FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 4, 2011
- Was Your Business Prepared For A Government Shutdown? / The. BUILDERS COUNSEL | WEDNESDAY, APRIL 13, 2011
- Employees Asking for Draws MARKUP AND PROFIT | TUESDAY, JUNE 22, 2010
- Surprises on a Construction Job MARKUP AND PROFIT | THURSDAY, JULY 8, 2010
- Note from a former “Hammer Swinger” MARKUP AND PROFIT | TUESDAY, JULY 13, 2010
- Growing Your Company MARKUP AND PROFIT | THURSDAY, JULY 22, 2010
- Help Them Call! MARKUP AND PROFIT | TUESDAY, JULY 27, 2010
- Who Asks the Questions? MARKUP AND PROFIT | TUESDAY, AUGUST 10, 2010
- You know how to unplug a toilet, but not everyone does MARKUP AND PROFIT | WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 1, 2010
- Holiday Decorating – Keeping the Bills Paid MARKUP AND PROFIT | THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 2, 2010
- Money Saving Tip #1 – Delivering Material to the Job Site MARKUP AND PROFIT | MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 20, 2010
- Daily5Remodel – Valuable Construction Industry Info MARKUP AND PROFIT | FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 24, 2010
- Websites – what you don't know can cost you money MARKUP AND PROFIT | WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 13, 2010
- Tax Treatment of Subs versus Employees MARKUP AND PROFIT | THURSDAY, OCTOBER 14, 2010
- Your Employee Manual — Time to Review and Update! MARKUP AND PROFIT | FRIDAY, OCTOBER 15, 2010
- The End Game – Have one MARKUP AND PROFIT | TUESDAY, OCTOBER 19, 2010
- Take Responsibility – and Vote MARKUP AND PROFIT | THURSDAY, OCTOBER 21, 2010
- Money Saving Tip #14 – Make them think MARKUP AND PROFIT | WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 3, 2010
- Outside the Box on Door-to-Door Marketing MARKUP AND PROFIT | THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 4, 2010
- Money Saving Tip #15 – Time cards MARKUP AND PROFIT | MONDAY, NOVEMBER 8, 2010
- It All Comes Down to Who's More Determined to Win MARKUP AND PROFIT | MONDAY, NOVEMBER 15, 2010
- Money Saving Tip #22 – Spend Your Time Wisely MARKUP AND PROFIT | WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 1, 2010
- Money Saving Tip #24 – Employee Issues MARKUP AND PROFIT | WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 8, 2010
- Cleaning Up After a Low Bid Contractor MARKUP AND PROFIT | TUESDAY, DECEMBER 14, 2010
- Make Sure You Can Collect that Final Payment MARKUP AND PROFIT | THURSDAY, DECEMBER 16, 2010
- Computer Use in the Office MARKUP AND PROFIT | TUESDAY, DECEMBER 21, 2010
- Greatest Country in the World MARKUP AND PROFIT | THURSDAY, DECEMBER 30, 2010
- Money Saving Tip #32 – Renting vs. buying equipment and tools MARKUP AND PROFIT | WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 5, 2011
- Do you Act or React? MARKUP AND PROFIT | TUESDAY, JANUARY 11, 2011
- One markup, and only one markup MARKUP AND PROFIT | THURSDAY, JANUARY 20, 2011
- Starting Over MARKUP AND PROFIT | FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 4, 2011
- Miscommunication – It's not pretty MARKUP AND PROFIT | TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 8, 2011
- JLC Live Show Recap MARKUP AND PROFIT | TUESDAY, MARCH 29, 2011
- Housing Boon or Bust v2010 GREEN GODDESS | SUNDAY, MAY 16, 2010
- Around the Web in Construction Law – April 23, 2010 CONSTRUCTION LAW MONITOR | FRIDAY, APRIL 23, 2010
- Withholding Tax Relief Act Would Repeal Harsh Government Contract. BUILDERS COUNSEL | FRIDAY, MARCH 18, 2011
- Its Raining Men GREEN GODDESS | FRIDAY, MAY 4, 2012
- Construction Employment Improves for 17th Month in a Row CONSTRUCTION KNOWLEGE | MONDAY, MARCH 12, 2012
- Final Days for 2006 IBC: Seattle's Grace Period for Permit. BUILDERS COUNSEL | TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 16, 2010
- Weeding a Garden MARKUP AND PROFIT | THURSDAY, JUNE 10, 2010
- Respect Your Salespeople MARKUP AND PROFIT | TUESDAY, JUNE 15, 2010
- What You Know Has Value MARKUP AND PROFIT | WEDNESDAY, JUNE 16, 2010
- Making a Good First Impression MARKUP AND PROFIT | THURSDAY, JUNE 24, 2010
- Courage MARKUP AND PROFIT | FRIDAY, JUNE 25, 2010
- Construction Insurance Repair Job That Could Have Gone Bad MARKUP AND PROFIT | TUESDAY, JUNE 29, 2010
- Audits Happen. Be Prepared. MARKUP AND PROFIT | FRIDAY, JULY 16, 2010
- Two Advertising Flaws MARKUP AND PROFIT | WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 4, 2010
- You Have to Show Up to Win the Battle MARKUP AND PROFIT | FRIDAY, AUGUST 27, 2010
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