10 Ways to Better Presentations

“You never get a second chance to make a first impression.” Many have been credited with this quote, from advertisements to great authors.  It rings true with our personal and business relations and is the case with our business presentations.  … Continue reading

Five Things Clients Want from a Contractor

Knowing your stuff isn’t the only vital part of a contractor’s job skills. Unless a contractor knows how to sell himself or herself to potential clients and GC’s, they will never reach the level of career success they deserve. To … Continue reading

Office Depot Helps Builders See Green

The South Florida chapter of the US. Green Building Council has partnered with Office Depot to create a Green Group Savings program for members of the South Florida USGBC chapter. Office Depot Inc.’s partnership with group-purchasing organization Windfall, Inc. follows … Continue reading

Boosting Your Subcontracting Business: Part 1

This multi-part series is dedicated to helping our subscribers better understand the hiring process so they can get onto the GC’s list of preferred subcontractors and start building up their business. HBW is proud of the work we do for our … Continue reading

Houston Area is a Builder’s Market

Builders who get their permit information from HBWeekly know that Houston is a hot residential construction market. Home prices hit a record high in the Houston metro area this April. Homes are selling quickly. Buyers making higher-than-expected offers have led to … Continue reading