The Contractor Entrepreneur

By R.J. Butch Lanthier

Whether your company is just starting out, is getting over the "small company" hurdle, or is an established company, THE CONTRACTOR ENTREPRENEUR will provide the confidence and knowledge needed to understand the competitive and complex construction business.What makes a contracting business unique from other industries is the simple fact that there will always be a need for reputable and successful contractors in all trades. Future population growth will always require more contractors due to supply and demand and entrepreneurs will be able to take advantage of this perpetual construction market. The book does not deal with construction details, equipment, materials, tools, or techniques, but will take you inside the walls of construction administration. It will illustrate how to manage a construction business from different levels of a company.Important chapters include: Detailed information on starting your own business.Financial information including important cash flow management tips.Detailed financial graphics and exhibits.The role of surety bonds and how to improve your relationship with banks.Strategic planning ideas for growing your company.Long range planning philosophy for retirement.A well managed construction business provides the opportunity for anybody with ambition and a strong work ethic to have a realistic chance at personal and financial success. There are no boundaries for a dedicated, motivated, serious and skilled contractor.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1482640821
• ISBN13: 9781482640823
• Release Date: May 2013
• Publisher: CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform
• Length: 292 Pages
• Weight: 1.86 lbs.
• Dimensions: 11.0" x 0.7" x 8.5"