TAKE TIME ALONE TO THINK CREATIVELY Taking time out to think is vital. I enjoy walking. I moved from running to walking many years ago due to a back injury. Change is good for us. It was for me, although not easy. I enjoyed the buzz of running and the…
Good morning to all those in construction who are feeling the pressure today. A simple question that requires an answer but also a solution. What do you think? Chatting with a client yesterday about pricing work. Tenders come through the door and hours of work and negotiation with sub-contractors and…
Thank you for taking part in the new interview initiative for the UK Construction Community. Our aim is to champion the smaller and less known Construction Consultant and Contractor. We would welcome comments and recommendations from colleagues and the wider construction community. CMM would like to grow this conversation format…
Thank you for taking part in this new interview initiative for the UK Construction Community. Our aim is to champion the smaller and less known Construction Consultant and Contractor. We would like to welcome comments and recommendations from colleagues and the wider construction community. Our aim at CMM would be…
What Is Happening in the Construction Industry? It has been on my mind for a while to add another voice and platform to the SMEs within the Construction Industry. The people speaking out about relevant issues within the industry are starting to merge and add weight to the plight of…
Unconvinced About Social Media? Unconvinced about Social Media? You certainly wouldn’t be alone if you think that way. However, there is much evidence for adding Social Media to your Marketing Plan. If you are working in the construction industry it is smart to engage with allies. These are tough times….
THEY WERE KEEN TO WIN NEW WORK Are you keen to win new work? I was recently invited to a meeting with a professional consultancy. They were keen to win new work and so grow their client base. One of the directors told me that they had just run a campaign…
Social Media In Construction I thought it was time to have a bit of fun. So, I registered with Slideshare and compiled a story called Social Media In Construction. It conveys a straightforward message for those Architects, Builders, Surveyors and others in construction-related companies. Whether you specialise in Damp Proofing…
It is always good to sit around the table with a new client. There is a feeling that this is a clean start, a new day and there is a certain buzz or energy that creates an expectation amongst us. How long does the enthusiasm last for? Questions are always…
As a Building or Specialist Contractor a Blog is an excellent business and marketing tool. Of course you might think that blogging is for those best qualified to write well. I am not convinced about that! However, it may take a little longer to write the first few posts until…
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