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Boost your legal knowledge
By Emma Peterson. Law and Mortar is the perfect podcast for contractors who want to learn more about operating their businesses. With over 100 episodes already out, Law and Mortar is the go-to podcast for information about the legal, business and safety side of the roofing industry. In the show, ...
A roofer's guide to chemical exposure prevention
By Cotney Consulting Group. Don't overlook this invisible — and potentially deadly — threat. When most people think of roofing hazards, they picture high ladders, steep slopes and fall protection systems. However, chemical exposure is one of the more invisible — and often overlooked — threats to a roofing job site. From ...
Field leadership excellence
By Cotney Consulting Group. Why your next jobsite win depends on your foreman, not just your forecast. In roofing, we spend much time focusing on the big stuff sales strategies, estimating accuracy and cash flow. But let's be honest: most jobs don't fall apart on paper. They fall apart in the field. ...
European Trends Influencing the US Roofing Market - PODCAST TRANSCRIPT
Editor's note: The following is the transcript of a live interview with Jason Stanley, CEO of IB Roof Systems, and a panel of experts. You can read the interview below, listen to the podcast or watch the recording. Intro: Good morning and welcome to Coffee Conversations from the Coffee Shops. My ...
Boosting efficiency with metal building solutions
MCS Influencer John Kenney says in today’s construction market, energy efficiency is no longer a luxury. It’s an expectation. Building owners, developers and residential clients increasingly focus on sustainability, long-term cost savings and compliance with stricter energy codes. When properly designed and implemented, metal building solutions offer contractors a powerful way ...
How roofing contractors can overcome growth plateaus and build a scalable business
RCS Influencer John Kenney says every successful roofing contractor eventually reaches a point where the business seems to level off. You're landing work consistently, the crew is busy and revenue is stable, but profits are flat, backlogs grow and you find yourself reacting more than leading. This is known as a ...
Keeping up with roofing technology and training
CCS Influencer John Kenney says the roofing industry is not standing still, nor can today's contractors. The roofing industry is evolving faster than ever. From solar-ready membranes and self-adhering systems to advanced coatings, vapor control products, and robotic application tools, the pace of innovation is no longer measured in decades; it's ...
Keeping up with your KPIs
By Emma Peterson. Learn what key performance indicators are and how optimizing them can help your business. Taking a step back and evaluating your business for performance and growth opportunities can be difficult when you are enveloped in day-to-day operations. In this CoatingsTalk® webinar, Karen Edwards sat down with Kari ...
Best practices for lift truck safety in roofing
By Cotney Consulting Group. By training operators properly, conducting regular inspections, respecting load limits and staying aware of surroundings, contractors can create a safer, more efficient job site. In the roofing industry, efficiency and safety go hand in hand — and nowhere is this more apparent than in industrial lift ...
Operational excellence is the new blueprint for roofing success
By John Kenney, Cotney Consulting Group. Adopting a mindset of excellence is the baseline for staying ahead in today’s roofing industry. Walk onto any job site in 2025 and you’ll see more than shingles and scaffolding; you’ll see an industry full of opportunity. With smarter technology, rising customer expectations and ...
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