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    Contractor University’s Cracking the Code Weekly Show: How to Use ChatGPT in Your HVAC Business, Part 2

    April 19, 2024
    AI can take on the monotonous tasks that keep you from working on your business.
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    Contractor University’s 'Cracking the Code' Show: Consumer Financing ABCs for HVAC Businesses

    April 12, 2024
    Be certain your salespeople are up-to-speed on basic financial terminology.

    The Man Atop Mount HVAC

    April 10, 2024
    Ken Haines leads The Wrench Group, which is currently 28 HVAC, plumbing and electrical businesses powered by excellent people and an excellent culture.
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    Contractor University’s Cracking the Code Show: How to Use ChatGPT in Your HVAC Business

    April 5, 2024
    This has become a common question among HVAC business owners. Weldon Long, James Leichter and Gary Elekes provide some answers.
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    Contractor University’s Cracking the Code Weekly Show: Technician Communication pt. 2

    March 29, 2024
    Advising customers on upgrades or extra features should be provided as a value-added feature.

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    HVAC Repair vs. Replace: Mindset and Prep

    Oct. 13, 2023
    Eliminate unfair beliefs and biases about customer conversations and past experiences.
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    How Obvious Adams Would Confront a Comfort Complaint

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    Contractor University’s Cracking the Code Weekly Show: Proven Formula for Properly Pricing Your Labor Service Rate Pt. 2

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    You can be competitive while still covering costs and increasing profits.