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Generations working together
It’s no secret that different generations have different working styles, so what’s the best way to mesh those together?
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Attracting And Retaining Young Pros
Whether you chalk it up to remote working or the old “no one wants to work anymore” excuse, it’s clear that there’s a growing trend in the LBM industry.
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Fallout from Vendor Consolidation
Longtime LBM dealers are no strangers to consolidation within the industry. But dealing with the aftermath of vendor and/or wholesale distributor acquisitions can be a whole different story.
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The Future of Independent LBM Dealers
Consolidation is becoming more and more common in the LBM industry, leading some to wonder what the future looks like for independent companies.
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Real Issues. Real Answers: Motivating across generations
With employee retention often topping the list of concerns about the current labor market, keeping employees happy and motivated is more important than ever.
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Real Issues. Real Answers: Getting Started in E-Commerce
From groceries and clothes to furniture and even cars, it seems like there’s no limit to what you can buy online these days.
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Real Issues. Real Answers: Where to Invest Marketing Dollars
When it comes to small business marketing, it can be difficult to pick a strategy, especially when you are just starting out.
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Real Issues. Real Answers: Managing Customer Expectations
Years after the start of the pandemic’s effects on shipping and supply chains, many of those in the industry still struggle when faced with long lead times.
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The technology-free lumberyard
This month's question came from the new owner of a lumberyard that’s been operating technology-free for more than 30 years. He’s looking for advice on whether or not to pull the trigger and computerize.
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Turning order takers into sales pros
This month's Real Issues question comes from a dealer who believes the over-abundance of business that happened during COVID-19 has had a lasting impact on his salespeople.
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