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In this episode of the HVAC Know It All Business Edition Podcast, co-hosts Gary McCreadie and Furman Haynes from WorkHero sit down with financial expert Ruth King, Founder and CEO of Financially Fit Business and CEO of Business Ventures Corporation to discuss how contractors can build sustainable profitability by focusing on the right financial metrics. Rather than obsessing over traditional profit margins, Ruth explains why net profit per billable hour is the metric that truly matters and how contractors can calculate it to price their services correctly. The conversation explores pricing strategies, managing overhead while scaling, and the financial habits that help businesses grow without losing profitability. Ruth King is a well-known financial expert and business coach specializing in helping contractors understand and improve their financial performance. With nearly four decades of experience analyzing small business financial statements, Ruth has helped thousands of contractors learn how to interpret their numbers and build profitable companies. Ruth is also the author of The Courage to Be Profitable.   Expect to Learn - Why net profit per billable hour matters more than traditional profit margins - How contractors can calculate overhead cost per hour using their financial statements - The financial challenges contractors face when scaling from one truck to multiple crews - Key balance sheet ratios that indicate healthy business growth - The three financial habits every new contractor should adopt immediately   Episode Breakdown with Timestamps [00:00:00] – Introduction [00:01:34] – Why Profit Margins Can Be Misleading [00:03:45] – Calculating Overhead Cost Per Hour [00:06:14] – Managing Overhead While Scaling [00:09:26] – Financial Health Metrics for Growing Companies [00:11:21] – Financial Tools and Technology in Contracting [00:15:11] – Three Financial Habits for New Contractors. [00:18:37] – Closing Thoughts   This Episode is Kindly Sponsored by: PartsTown: https://www.partstown.com/hvac-parts   Follow our Guest Ruth King: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ruthking1/ Ruth's Website: https://ruthkinghvac.com/ Company Website: https://financiallyfit.business/ Company LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/financially-fit-business/ Company Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/people/Financially-Fit-Business/100090849001161/   Follow Gary McCreadie: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gary-mccreadie-38217a77/ Website: https://www.hvacknowitall.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/people/HVAC-Know-It-All-2/61569643061429/   Follow Furman Haynes: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/furmanhaynes/ WorkHero: https://www.linkedin.com/company/workherohvac/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/workhero__/   

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15. SEG 15: Bob Zimmerman discusses the Senate's shift toward private space exploration, potentially ending the SLS program. NASA is increasingly contracting commercial entities for lunar habitats, reusable rockets, and specialized satellite launch capabilities to reduce costs. (15)FEBRUARY 1965

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In this episode of the On Track Podcast, President & CEO Eric Ritchie is joined by Equipment Manager Tim Richards and Assistant Equipment Managers Jeff Marsh and Brandon Mace in the Flywheel Studio to talk about the people, history, and future of Sargent's shop and equipment operations. The company's early adoption of GPS and the lasting legacy of innovation have helped set Sargent apart for generations, and this episode offers a grounded look at one of the company's true hidden gems.If you liked this week's episode and are interested in becoming an Employee-Owner at Sargent, please visit our careers page on the Sargent website. https://sargent.us/apply/If you have an episode suggestion, please send your idea to:sbennage@sargent.us

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Watch the episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/RIA2H4ScGGUSchedule a Meeting with Joshua TODAY!Is your website actually bringing in leads — or is it just sitting online like a digital business card?Most contractors invest thousands into a website, only to realize it never ranks on Google and rarely generates calls. Meanwhile, competitors show up in the Google Map Pack and capture 70% of local search traffic. The truth? Google has a specific structure it wants — and if your website doesn't match it, you're invisible. This episode breaks down exactly how to build a website that aligns with your Google Business Profile, earns trust with Google's algorithm, and positions you where customers are actually clicking.You will:Understand how to structure your website to mirror your Google Business Profile for better rankingsLearn the foundational SEO elements (metadata, H1s, content structure) most companies completely missDiscover how to optimize for Google Maps and AI search — without falling for “quick fix” SEO scamsPress play now to learn how to turn your website into a lead-generating asset that Google — and your ideal clients — can't ignore.Learn more about Tekton Growth by visiting the website: https://www.tektongrowth.com/Ready to get your copy of The CORE 10? Check it out HERE!Connect with Joshua at:The WebsiteThe Facebook GroupSales Master ClassesHow to work with Joshua - https://yes.express/apply/Tune into this podcast where a seasoned craftsman shares expert communication skills, strategies for overcoming stress and overwhelm, and insights on building a profitable business in landscaping and hardscaping, with tips on how to sell, close more deals, and achieve financial freedom to retire early as a successful business owner in the design/build and outdoor living industry. Music from #Uppbeat:https://uppbeat.io/t/abbynoise/puncherLicense code: AWUDIYK15E3NWYPK

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In this episode, we tackle one of the hardest truths in entrepreneurship—knowing when a business isn't ready to stand on its own. Too many people pour thousands of dollars, years of time, and even money from family into ventures that simply aren't producing enough income to survive. At some point, determination can turn into financial damage. We discuss how to recognize when it's time to shift gears, get a steady job to stabilize your finances, and move the dream into a side hustle instead of letting it destroy your bank account and relationships. Stepping back from a struggling business isn't giving up—it's making a strategic decision to protect your future while continuing to build your vision the smart way.Opening QuestionsAt what point does a business stop being a “startup phase” and start becoming financial self-destruction?How do you know the difference between “pushing through hard times” and “refusing to accept reality”?Is it possible that the smartest business decision you can make is getting a full-time job?Why do so many entrepreneurs treat the idea of getting a job like it's failure?Is pride the biggest reason people keep pouring money into a dying business?Reality Check QuestionsIf your business hasn't paid you in a year, is it really a business or just an expensive hobby?How many months of losses should someone realistically tolerate before reassessing?If your spouse or family is financially supporting your “business,” are you really running a business?When you start borrowing money from family to keep a business alive, has it already crossed the line?Is there a point where continuing a failing business becomes irresponsible to your family?Ego vs RealityWhy do entrepreneurs sometimes confuse stubbornness with determination?Is quitting the wrong business actually a smart entrepreneurial move?How much of entrepreneurship is about knowing when to pivot or pause?Do social media success stories make people feel like they must grind forever even when it's not working?The Side Hustle StrategyWhy is turning a struggling business into a side hustle often the smartest move?What are the advantages of building a business while working a stable job?How does having steady income actually help a business grow smarter?Why do many successful businesses start as side hustles rather than full-time ventures?Is it better to grow slowly with stability rather than forcing growth with debt?Financial ResponsibilityWhat financial signals tell you it's time to stop treating something like a full-time business?Should every entrepreneur set a financial “kill switch” before starting a business?How much savings should someone realistically have before trying to go full-time with a startup?Is taking money from family to support a failing business ever justified?What's the long-term damage to relationships when businesses collapse after family investments?Hard Truths SegmentIs it possible that some ideas are just not viable businesses?How do you know when the market has spoken?What's the difference between “this needs more time” and “this will never work”?Why is it sometimes smarter to pause a business than destroy your finances trying to save it?Encouragement SegmentDoes moving a business to a side hustle mean the dream is over?Can getting a stable job actually accelerate your future success?Why is patience often the missing ingredient in entrepreneurship?Is the real entrepreneurial skill knowing when to adapt instead of when to grind harder?Powerful Closing Question “Is the goal to prove you're an entrepreneur, or to actually build something sustainable?” Strong Closing Statement You Could Use “A real entrepreneur isn't someone who refuses to quit. A real entrepreneur is someone who refuses to destroy their future chasing something that isn't ready yet.”Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/master-the-nec-podcast--1083733/support.Struggling with the National Electrical Code? Discover the real difference at Electrical Code Academy, Inc.—where you'll learn from the nation's most down-to-earth NEC expert who genuinely cares about your success. No fluff. No gimmicks. Just the best NEC training you'll actually remember.Visit https://FastTraxSystem.com to learn more.

In this episode, we tackle one of the hardest truths in entrepreneurship—knowing when a business isn't ready to stand on its own. Too many people pour thousands of dollars, years of time, and even money from family into ventures that simply aren't producing enough income to survive. At some point, determination can turn into financial damage. We discuss how to recognize when it's time to shift gears, get a steady job to stabilize your finances, and move the dream into a side hustle instead of letting it destroy your bank account and relationships. Stepping back from a struggling business isn't giving up—it's making a strategic decision to protect your future while continuing to build your vision the smart way.Opening QuestionsAt what point does a business stop being a “startup phase” and start becoming financial self-destruction?How do you know the difference between “pushing through hard times” and “refusing to accept reality”?Is it possible that the smartest business decision you can make is getting a full-time job?Why do so many entrepreneurs treat the idea of getting a job like it's failure?Is pride the biggest reason people keep pouring money into a dying business?Reality Check QuestionsIf your business hasn't paid you in a year, is it really a business or just an expensive hobby?How many months of losses should someone realistically tolerate before reassessing?If your spouse or family is financially supporting your “business,” are you really running a business?When you start borrowing money from family to keep a business alive, has it already crossed the line?Is there a point where continuing a failing business becomes irresponsible to your family?Ego vs RealityWhy do entrepreneurs sometimes confuse stubbornness with determination?Is quitting the wrong business actually a smart entrepreneurial move?How much of entrepreneurship is about knowing when to pivot or pause?Do social media success stories make people feel like they must grind forever even when it's not working?The Side Hustle StrategyWhy is turning a struggling business into a side hustle often the smartest move?What are the advantages of building a business while working a stable job?How does having steady income actually help a business grow smarter?Why do many successful businesses start as side hustles rather than full-time ventures?Is it better to grow slowly with stability rather than forcing growth with debt?Financial ResponsibilityWhat financial signals tell you it's time to stop treating something like a full-time business?Should every entrepreneur set a financial “kill switch” before starting a business?How much savings should someone realistically have before trying to go full-time with a startup?Is taking money from family to support a failing business ever justified?What's the long-term damage to relationships when businesses collapse after family investments?Hard Truths SegmentIs it possible that some ideas are just not viable businesses?How do you know when the market has spoken?What's the difference between “this needs more time” and “this will never work”?Why is it sometimes smarter to pause a business than destroy your finances trying to save it?Encouragement SegmentDoes moving a business to a side hustle mean the dream is over?Can getting a stable job actually accelerate your future success?Why is patience often the missing ingredient in entrepreneurship?Is the real entrepreneurial skill knowing when to adapt instead of when to grind harder?Powerful Closing Question “Is the goal to prove you're an entrepreneur, or to actually build something sustainable?” Strong Closing Statement You Could Use “A real entrepreneur isn't someone who refuses to quit. A real entrepreneur is someone who refuses to destroy their future chasing something that isn't ready yet.”Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/electrify-electrician-podcast--4131858/support.

In this episode, we tackle one of the hardest truths in entrepreneurship—knowing when a business isn't ready to stand on its own. Too many people pour thousands of dollars, years of time, and even money from family into ventures that simply aren't producing enough income to survive. At some point, determination can turn into financial damage. We discuss how to recognize when it's time to shift gears, get a steady job to stabilize your finances, and move the dream into a side hustle instead of letting it destroy your bank account and relationships. Stepping back from a struggling business isn't giving up—it's making a strategic decision to protect your future while continuing to build your vision the smart way.Opening QuestionsAt what point does a business stop being a “startup phase” and start becoming financial self-destruction?How do you know the difference between “pushing through hard times” and “refusing to accept reality”?Is it possible that the smartest business decision you can make is getting a full-time job?Why do so many entrepreneurs treat the idea of getting a job like it's failure?Is pride the biggest reason people keep pouring money into a dying business?Reality Check QuestionsIf your business hasn't paid you in a year, is it really a business or just an expensive hobby?How many months of losses should someone realistically tolerate before reassessing?If your spouse or family is financially supporting your “business,” are you really running a business?When you start borrowing money from family to keep a business alive, has it already crossed the line?Is there a point where continuing a failing business becomes irresponsible to your family?Ego vs RealityWhy do entrepreneurs sometimes confuse stubbornness with determination?Is quitting the wrong business actually a smart entrepreneurial move?How much of entrepreneurship is about knowing when to pivot or pause?Do social media success stories make people feel like they must grind forever even when it's not working?The Side Hustle StrategyWhy is turning a struggling business into a side hustle often the smartest move?What are the advantages of building a business while working a stable job?How does having steady income actually help a business grow smarter?Why do many successful businesses start as side hustles rather than full-time ventures?Is it better to grow slowly with stability rather than forcing growth with debt?Financial ResponsibilityWhat financial signals tell you it's time to stop treating something like a full-time business?Should every entrepreneur set a financial “kill switch” before starting a business?How much savings should someone realistically have before trying to go full-time with a startup?Is taking money from family to support a failing business ever justified?What's the long-term damage to relationships when businesses collapse after family investments?Hard Truths SegmentIs it possible that some ideas are just not viable businesses?How do you know when the market has spoken?What's the difference between “this needs more time” and “this will never work”?Why is it sometimes smarter to pause a business than destroy your finances trying to save it?Encouragement SegmentDoes moving a business to a side hustle mean the dream is over?Can getting a stable job actually accelerate your future success?Why is patience often the missing ingredient in entrepreneurship?Is the real entrepreneurial skill knowing when to adapt instead of when to grind harder?Powerful Closing Question “Is the goal to prove you're an entrepreneur, or to actually build something sustainable?” Strong Closing Statement You Could Use “A real entrepreneur isn't someone who refuses to quit. A real entrepreneur is someone who refuses to destroy their future chasing something that isn't ready yet.”Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ask-paul-national-electrical-code--4971115/support.

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In this episode of the Sargent On Track Podcast's Sargent 100 interview series, Sebastian sits down with Tim Richards, who has spent more than 40 years with Sargent, starting in the Stillwater shop as a mechanic and working his way into leadership as a shop foreman and equipment manager. Tim reflects on what the shop meant to the company when he first walked in, the equipment mindset that shaped the work, and the people and leadership that guided Sargent through changes over the years, leading into the turning point in 2005 and the transition to employee-ownership.If you liked this week's episode and are interested in becoming an Employee-Owner at Sargent, please visit our careers page on the Sargent website. https://sargent.us/apply/If you have an episode suggestion, please send your idea to:sbennage@sargent.us

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Watch the episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/4DHjzths4Y4 Schedule a Meeting with Joshua TODAY!Are you an outdoor living pro showing up nowhere in Google searches—even though you're doing incredible landscaping or hardscaping work?If you're a landscaper or hardscaper relying on word of mouth while Google quietly sends leads to your competitors, this episode breaks down how Google Business Profile actually works in 2026. Nick Conley walks through the exact optimization mistakes most contractors make—and why fixing your GBP is often more important than SEO, ads, or even your website.In this episode, you'll learn: How outdoor living pros can optimize their Google Business Profile to show up in the top 3 map resultsWhich categories, services, photos, and reviews matter most for landscapers and hardscapersWhy consistency, activity, and trust signals—not fancy marketing—drive real leads from GooglePress play to learn how to turn your Google Business Profile into a predictable lead source for your outdoor living, landscaping, or hardscaping business—before another busy season passes you by.Learn more about Tekton Growth by visiting the website: https://www.tektongrowth.com/Ready to get your copy of The CORE 10? Check it out HERE!Connect with Joshua at:The WebsiteThe Facebook GroupSales Master ClassesHow to work with Joshua - https://yes.express/apply/Tune into this podcast where a seasoned craftsman shares expert communication skills, strategies for overcoming stress and overwhelm, and insights on building a profitable business in landscaping and hardscaping, with tips on how to sell, close more deals, and achieve financial freedom to retire early as a successful business owner in the design/build and outdoor living industry. Music from #Uppbeat:https://uppbeat.io/t/abbynoise/puncherLicense code: AWUDIYK15E3NWYPK

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Send a textIf your SAM.gov status is Active but your inbox is quiet, this episode explains why and what to fix.In this FedBiz Five episode, we break down the difference between being “registered” and being “findable.” Contracting officers still use SAM.gov and SBA's Small Business Search for market research, but they scan fast and they skip profiles that look unclear, inconsistent, or hard to trust.You'll learn the most common reasons active contractors get zero buyer inquiries, plus a quick self-audit to improve visibility right away:why generic capability text gets ignoredhow NAICS and keyword misalignment makes you invisiblethe credibility hit when SAM and Small Business Search don't matchwhat buyers look for in a 10-second scanhow to get “ready to respond” when an inquiry finally hitsIf you're capable but overlooked, this is your practical fix to start getting found again.Visit us: FedBizAccess.com Stay Connected: Follow Us on Facebook Follow Us on LinkedIn Need help in the government marketplace? Call a FedBiz Specialist today: 844-628-8914 Or, schedule a complimentary consultation at your convenience.

This week Ben heads to county Longford in Ireland to meet  Phil Stewart aka Farmer Phil on youtube. Phil's farm has been in his family for over 80 years. Farming 633 acres and rearing dairy beef calves the business is wide ranging and includes agri-contracting and a Farm Shop. Image credit: Liv Stewart. 

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This week on the podcast, we sit down with Chris Cockrell, owner of Cockrell Contracting, LLC, to hear how a Mobile, Alabama native went from studying civil engineering at Auburn to finding his passion in construction through insurance restoration work. Chris shares lessons from early mentors, why fighting insurance estimates pushed him toward home building, and what he believes new entrepreneurs need most—bulletproof contracts and a strong team (including bankers and attorneys) before problems arise. He also talks about the importance of disconnecting from work to prioritize family, how he unwinds outdoors hunting and fishing, and gives quick favorites in a rapid-fire round. Chris closes with practical advice for would-be custom home clients: start by finding a plan online and send it in for a free proposal. Sponsored by Blue Fish.

In this episode of the On Track Podcast, Marketing & Communications Lead Sebastian Bennage is joined by Raymond Couture, Maintenance Foreman, in the Western Maine Conference Room Studio. Ray shares how he got his start as a heavy equipment mechanic, from tinkering as a kid to attending Eastern Maine Technical College, and reflects on 17 years of keeping a growing fleet safe and reliable, from compactors to crushers. The conversation gets into what a strong shop philosophy looks like, why an in-house maintenance team matters for reducing downtime, and how equipment has evolved, especially as electronics, sensors, emissions systems, and diagnostic software have changed the work.If you liked this week's episode and are interested in becoming an Employee-Owner at Sargent, please visit our careers page on the Sargent website. https://sargent.us/apply/If you have an episode suggestion, please send your idea to:sbennage@sargent.us

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Schedule a Meeting with Joshua TODAY!What if your “perfect” sales presentation is actually the reason you're losing deals? If you're walking away from long, detailed sales meetings feeling confident—only to hear “we're going in a different direction”—this episode will change how you sell forever. Joshua breaks down why talking too much kills trust, overwhelms homeowners, and pushes prospects away, even when your process and experience are rock solid.You will:Learn why explaining more actually makes prospects trust you less—and how to reverse itDiscover the Ask, Listen, Connect framework that turns conversations into easy closesUnderstand how powerful questions and strategic silence uncover what homeowners really want to buyPress play to learn how talking less, listening deeper, and selling to emotion—not features—can dramatically increase your close rate on your very next sales call.Ready to get your copy of The CORE 10? Check it out HERE!Connect with Joshua at:The WebsiteThe Facebook GroupSales Master ClassesHow to work with Joshua - https://yes.express/apply/Tune into this podcast where a seasoned craftsman shares expert communication skills, strategies for overcoming stress and overwhelm, and insights on building a profitable business in landscaping and hardscaping, with tips on how to sell, close more deals, and achieve financial freedom to retire early as a successful business owner in the design/build and outdoor living industry. Music from #Uppbeat:https://uppbeat.io/t/abbynoise/puncherLicense code: AWUDIYK15E3NWYPK

In this episode of the America's Work Force Union Podcast, we dive deep into the two pillars of a thriving labor movement: professional excellence in the business of construction and inclusive recruitment that reaches remote communities. Segment 1: The Business of the Trades with Pete Ielmini Pete Ielmini, Executive Director of the Mechanical Insulators Labor Management Cooperative Trust (LMCT), discusses why union apprenticeship is about more than just "hard skills." Ielmini breaks down the "soft skills" that define a professional—safety culture, mental health awareness, and leadership. He also offers a candid look at the business side of the industry, explaining why many new contractors fail and what it takes to build a stable, successful union firm in today's market. Segment 2: Indigenous Inclusion in Northern Ontario with Andy Nieweglowski Andy Nieweglowski, Training Director for LIUNA Local 607, joins the show to discuss a groundbreaking partnership with the Lakehead District School Board and Matawa First Nations. With massive infrastructure and mining projects like the Ring of Fire on the horizon, Nieweglowski explains how Local 607 is removing barriers for Indigenous students—from residency housing to childcare—to ensure local people are ready for local jobs. What You'll Learn in This Episode: Why safety culture has shifted from a checklist to a financial and ethical imperative. The "hidden" costs of contracting: Bonding, insurance, and the reality of payment timelines. How LIUNA Local 607 plans to double its membership by 2030. The role of tiny home construction in modern apprentice training.

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Send a textThis one gets spicy.Peaches, Aaron, and Trent dig into a $99 million Air Force coaching contract and ask the uncomfortable question: why are we outsourcing leadership?When NCOs and officers are supposed to mentor, coach, correct, and develop their people, what happens when that responsibility gets handed to a third-party company? What are we losing in the process? Reps. Hard conversations. Ownership. Growth.The guys break down contracting culture, institutional drift, how outsourcing became the easy button, and why paying civilians to “coach” Airmen might actually be robbing future leaders of the experience they need.They also hit on PME, leadership development, range training, the difference between logistics support and skill outsourcing, and how money gets justified inside big systems.It's not anti-contractor. It's anti-lazy leadership.And yes… it ends with a gold medal hockey celebration because America.⏱️ Timestamps:00:00 Intro, sponsorship, and setting the tone03:20 The problem with outsourcing leadership07:10 Easy buttons and institutional drift12:45 Range training, reps, and skill decay18:30 $99 million coaching contract breakdown23:50 Are we stealing growth from NCOs?30:15 PME, mentorship, and hard conversations36:40 When contractors make sense—and when they don't43:10 Leadership reps vs resume padding49:30 Bridging contracts vs permanent crutches53:40 Overtime hockey and national pride

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In today's connected world, burning bridges in the electrical industry can cost you far more than you realize. In this episode, The Electrical Guru dives into the real-world consequences of publicly criticizing inspectors, manufacturers, educators, and fellow electricians—especially on social media.The electrical trade is a tight-knit community where reputations travel fast, and opportunities often depend on professional relationships built over years. One emotional post or public rant can quietly damage your credibility, limit future support, and close doors you didn't even know were open.Whether you're an electrical contractor, apprentice, inspector, or industry professional, this episode delivers straight talk on why professionalism matters, how online behavior impacts your business, and what smart electricians do instead of burning bridges.If you're serious about long-term success in the electrical industry, this is a conversation you don't want to miss.Listen as Paul Abernathy, CEO and Founder of Electrical Code Academy, Inc., the leading electrical educator in the country, discusses electrical code, electrical trade, and electrical business-related topics to help electricians maximize their knowledge and industry investment.If you are looking to learn more about the National Electrical Code, for electrical exam preparation, or to better your knowledge of the NEC, then visit https://fasttraxsystem.com for all the electrical code training you will ever need by the leading electrical educator in the country with the best NEC learning program on the planet.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ask-paul-national-electrical-code--4971115/support.

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WMAL GUEST: LUKE ROSIAK (Investigative Reporter, The Daily Wire) on how minority-contracting laws are enriching D.C. insiders through Alaskan Native firms while the actual natives remain in poverty. WEBSITE: DailyWire.com SOCIAL MEDIA: X.com/LukeRosiak READ: How a Top Pentagon Contractor Enriches DC Insiders Using Law Intended to Help Eskimos Where to find more about WMAL's morning show: Follow Podcasts on Apple Podcasts, Audible, and Spotify Follow WMAL's "O'Connor and Company" on X: @WMALDC, @LarryOConnor, @JGunlock, @PatricePinkfile, and @HeatherHunterDC Facebook: WMALDC and Larry O'Connor Instagram: WMALDC Website: WMAL.com/OConnor-Company Episode: Friday, February 20, 2026 / 8 AM HourSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today - Bisbee leaders are trying to put clearer rules around how the city markets itself, after a reset vote forced them back to square one on tourism contracting. Read more: https://www.myheraldreview.com/news/bisbee/bisbee-council-revisits-tourism-rfp-after-reset-vote/article_6075a278-12c3-4793-9607-a419b16ff0db.htmlSupport the show: https://www.myheraldreview.com/site/forms/subscription_services/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Welcome to We get Contracting, a series about the employment and labor issues that matter most to federal contractors. In this inaugural episode, Government Contracts and Compliance Group co-leaders Scott Pechaitis and Jeremy Schneider present the top compliance challenges facing federal contractors — OFCCP uncertainty, increased fraud enforcement, new antidiscrimination certification requirements and major FAR clause reforms — and practical steps to overcome them.

In this episode of the On Track Podcast, President & CEO Eric Ritchie is joined by Safety Specialist Tony Adams, Safety Manager James Joiner, and Safety Director Cam Haggar in the Flywheel Studio to talk about setting a positive tone for safety in 2026, with a focus on CARE for the well-being of every employee-owner. The group shares how Sargent's safety training continues to evolve, driven by real jobsite needs. They emphasize that training only works when it is paired with strong field mentorship, and they reinforce a clear message that every employee-owner has stop work authority, no matter their role or tenure.If you liked this week's episode and are interested in becoming an Employee-Owner at Sargent, please visit our careers page on the Sargent website. https://sargent.us/apply/If you have an episode suggestion, please send your idea to:sbennage@sargent.us

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Schedule a Meeting with Joshua TODAY!What if the most expensive thing in your business isn't materials or labor—but the hours you're wasting on people who will never buy from you? If your calendar is packed, your close rate is stuck around 20–30%, and you feel constantly busy but not profitable, this episode will hit hard. Joshua exposes the hidden cost of tire kickers—and why every hour spent chasing bad leads is stealing time from real buyers who are ready to say yes.You will:Understand how tire kickers quietly cost you $50,000+ a year in wasted time and lost opportunitiesLearn the key red flags and qualifying questions that separate serious buyers from browsersDiscover how a simple qualification filter can boost your close rate past 75% while freeing up your calendarHit play to learn how to stop paying the “tire kicker tax,” protect your time, and start closing more deals with the right clients—without working more hours.Ready to get your copy of The CORE 10? Check it out HERE!Connect with Joshua at:The WebsiteThe Facebook GroupSales Master ClassesHow to work with Joshua - https://yes.express/apply/Tune into this podcast where a seasoned craftsman shares expert communication skills, strategies for overcoming stress and overwhelm, and insights on building a profitable business in landscaping and hardscaping, with tips on how to sell, close more deals, and achieve financial freedom to retire early as a successful business owner in the design/build and outdoor living industry. Music from #Uppbeat:https://uppbeat.io/t/abbynoise/puncherLicense code: AWUDIYK15E3NWYPK

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In this two-part series, James Hatfield, CRO for LiveSwitch, gives you some ways that AI is currently being used and strategies you can implement now and prepare for in the future. Free P&L Statement and Balance Sheet https://tinyurl.com/2rjd6wxu Ruth King Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/ruthking1650 LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/ruthking1/   Podcast Produced by Nick Uttam https://www.linkedin.com/in/nick-uttam-4b33a1147

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