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Tips to Create a Good Work Culture for Contractors

Tips to Create a Good Work Culture for Contractors

A good, successful contractor or construction company isn’t just about quality skills and a finished product… it’s about a good work culture for the entire team. Without a good work culture, projects won’t get completed, things would fall apart, and jobs wouldn’t be done well.  You want your workers/employees to be proud to work for you and your company.

 

As a Florida contractor licensing company, we wanted to share some tips in how you can bolster a good work culture in your business:

  • Create an environment where employees don’t feel overpowered by management.
  • Allows employees an open space for communication, suggestions, ideas.
  • Give incentives to inspire and make people want to put more effort into the company.
  • Reward teamwork.
  • Reward and invoke responsible behavior.
  • Encourage leadership.
  • Develop relationships and connections amongst workers.
  • Be transparent with the business.
  • Don’t guilt employees when they need time off.
  • Minimize/eliminate micromanaging.
  • Give employees freedom so they feel more connected to the company.
  • Think about the different needs of your employees. Some require more space/alone time than others to get work done.
  • Provide education and training for the staff.
  • Make the work culture a reflection of yourself so it’s personal.
  • Communication is key. Figure out ways to always share goals and visions for the company.
  • Encourage collaborations.
  • Schedule group retreats, parties, etc. so people have some fun to look forward to while being part of this team.
  • Treat employees like human beings, not like parts of a machine.

 

Looking to become a Florida contractor, or start up a contractor business of your own? We can help your through the licensure process to make that happen. When applying for a contractor license or business license, there’s a lot of paperwork and requirements. It can be confusing and a hassle, especially with all the deadlines. As a Florida contractor licensing company, we know the ins and outs of the process because we’ve helped thousands of people get their Florida contractor’s license. To get started with us today, click here or call 239-777-1028. read more

Kissimmee entrepreneur launches tour guide-like app

Kissimmee entrepreneur launches tour guide-like app

Heading to a new city for the first time and looking for a someone to walk you around town? There could soon be a locally built app for that.

A Kissimmee entrepreneur has been working on a way for travelers to connect with locals at their destinations to take in the sights with people who live…

UCF Peach Bowl win: Buy keepsake front page, Perfect Season Special Section, book

UCF Peach Bowl win: Buy keepsake front page, Perfect Season Special Section, book

It’s official — UCF is undefeated.

Celebrate your Knights, the 2018 Chick-fil-A Peach Bowl champions, with two keepsakes: the Orlando Sentinel front page from Jan. 2, 2018, in addition to our special section.

To get your front page for just $2.50, go to the “Back Issue” section of our online store

Reasons Why You Should Get Your Trees Trimmed

Reasons Why You Should Get Your Trees Trimmed

No one wants THAT yard in the neighborhood. You know what we’re talking about. The unkempt yard with overgrown bushes and branches blocking the house and dead branches and leaves everywhere. Tree maintenance isn’t just critical for preventing a neighborhood eye sore, it also has many benefits.

Our team at Fortune’s Lawn Care Services wanted to share with you reasons you should get your trees properly trimmed throughout the year.

  • Dead branches, that haven’t been trimmed, can fall at any time and can potentially hurt you or your home.
  • Tree trimming helps promote growth in the tree. A tree specialist knows how to trim a tree to help make it grow in a better way that is better for the structure of the tree to prolong its longevity.
  • Tree trimming can allow you to shape the tree in a way you want for aesthetic purposes.

Tree professionals know when and how often to trim your tree based on its variety, location, and time of year. Our certified tree trimmers know how to trim the trees without damaging the tree. You don’t want to accidentally harm or kill your tree due to over-trimming or trimming at an improper time.

If you want your trees looking their best (inside and out), it’s time to call a tree expert! Tree trimming isn’t just a safety issue for the tree, it’s also a safety issue for you. Trimming tall branches can be very dangerous. Leave it to the professionals to come on over with the proper tools, equipment, and experience to get the job done! read more