Despite still being a male dominated industry, women in building and construction are making their mark. By demonstrating business acumen and bringing a fresh, valuable perspective to the companies they work in, females in construction today are helping to drive business growth while acting as inspiring role models for the next generation. Women in building:
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Entrepreneurship meets innovation Mel Williams, Founder and Director, EazBuild Founder and director of pre-build and pre-development processes and architectural design service, EazBuild, Mel Williams has an industry-wide reputation for making things happen. Her can-do attitude and commitment to innovation have seen her successfully realise countless projects from single and multi storey dwellings to custom-designed homes
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What is it and why your business needs it Planning for the future of your business – or ‘succession planning’ – is not only a plan for retirement, it’s a plan for managing the unexpected. “Succession planning is all about clarity, and articulating how your business can continue to operate in the future, with someone
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Celebrating 75 years Founded in 1942, Corinthian Doors has grown from humble beginnings as a family business located in the inner-city suburb of St Peters in Sydney, to Australia’s largest and most respected timber door manufacturer. Internationally recognised, Corinthian Doors has earned a reputation for innovation, quality, and service which is reflected in its recent
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There may be no one-size-fits-all recipe to sustained business success, but with tenacity and focus the challenge can generate lasting reward. Both John Dahlsen, owner and co-chairman of the Dahlsens group, J C Dahlsen Pty Ltd, and son, Geoff Dahlsen, CEO, understand this sentiment well. “There are many benefits and privileges to owning your own
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As a small business owner, the management of your home building business can quickly become stressful. The list of responsibilities seems to literally grow by the minute – business development, cash flow management, client and project deadlines are only the tip of the iceberg. Productivity Specialist and Principal Consultant at Lingford Consulting, Geoff Prior explains,
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The safety of our clients, their staff and the final owner/resident in each build is a top priority at Dahlsens. That’s why we only work with suppliers who offer the best in quality, technology and design. In this article, we explore the inner workings of one of our leading suppliers, Bremick, whose world-class fasteners can
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For new construction business SABCON Developments, exceptional customer service has proven to be the ultimate ticket to success. New business, long history Based in the Melbourne suburb of Chadstone, SABCON Developments is a family affair with everyone, including mum, on board. “Dad has been in the construction industry for more than 20 years,” explains joint
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Many of you tell us that you generate enough work simply by relying on the good news spreading through your region about your great workmanship and customer service. But if you’d like to squeeze some more homes into your pipeline, harnessing the power of digital marketing and advertising is certainly something to consider. As technology
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Building runs in the veins of Colmac Homes founder, Jason McMillan, with his grandfather, several uncles and cousins all industry-qualified and highly experienced. It would seem almost inevitable then, that one day Colmac Homes would take shape. Family owned and run, Colmac Homes was eventually founded by Jason and his grandfather. His cousin, Brad Coleman
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Taking on an apprentice can deliver benefits for your business. So how do you make sure things go smoothly? According to Australian Apprenticeships Ambassador, Alan Waldron a simple focus on attracting, training and retaining apprentices will make the difference for building companies looking to grow a sustainable business. Alan, who is also the National Training Manager at
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As the residential construction industry becomes increasingly competitive, standing out from the pack can mean the difference between nabbing that much needed extra project or falling off the market radar. Exceptional customer service, based on open and clear communication, cooperation and collaboration underscores the success of many businesses across all industries. A deliberate focus on
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