Regular huddle meetings keep the team focused and ensure everyone is in the loop, without wasting precious time. More
When embarking on a remodeling project, it helps to precisely define the homeowner's responsibilities. This form does just that. More
For our company, “trade day” is an incredibly valuable meeting at the site of each home we're going to remodel. We introduce the clients to our team; get feedback from trade contractors regarding scope of work, selections, and pricing; and thrill the clients scheduling, scope of work, selections, and pricing; and thrill the clients with our attention to detail and professionalism.. More
Winans Construction company meetings are about more than just business—and the staff love it More
A lax policy toward starting time is one of the main causes of late-running meetings. More
Many years ago, Rob Lauten of Lauten Construction, in Purcellville, Va., began holding weekly meetings with his clients. Lauten uses the form -- and holds the meetings -- with clients on jobs lasting more than a couple of weeks. More
To avoid these situations, I issue three separate informational binders to the office, the field, and the client. --Joel Oatten, production coordinator, Classic Homeworks, Denver More
Mark Henson, Estimator, Medina Construction, Salina, Kan. Our post-construction meetings reflect the company's informal style. Mike Owings, President, Owings Brothers Contracting, Eldersburg, Md. We don't conduct post job meetings in person. Dan Kliethermes, President, Kliethermes Homes and Remodeling, Columbia, Mo. More
Pre-construction meetings are important because they facilitate the hand-off from sales to production. "It sets expectations for day-to-day operations," says Halsey Platt, owner of Walter H.B. Platt Builders and Cabinetmakers in Groton, Mass. Platt says using a formal list of items shows the client that the company is well organized. Addressing those fears allows clients to relax, which results in a smoother project, Platt says. More
