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The construction industry is one of the strongest industries in America. To keep the construction industry thriving
and to be a successful construction contractor, you must be knowledgeable in both your trade and managing a
business.
Thorough business planning and good management skills are the keys to success in today’s market. A solid
business plan lays the foundation for your fi nancial, marketing, and management strategies and helps you
maximize your potential. Competition can be fi erce in the construction industry. In developing a business plan, you
analyze your market and competition and understand where you can gain an edge.
Good management skills entail applying knowledge from all aspects of the business to create a successful
operation. Eff ective managers know how to win customers, satisfy employees, meet all legal obligations, and
increase the bottom line. If this is where you want to take your business, this book can help you get there.
About This Book
This book is organized into three sections. Part 1 focuses on planning and starting your business. This section will
help you formulate a business plan, choose a business structure, understand licensing and insurance requirements
and gain basic management and marketing skills.
Part 2 covers fundamentals you will need to know in order to operate a successful construction business. This
section covers estimating, contract management, scheduling, project management, safety and environmental
responsibilities, and building good relationships with employees, subcontractors, and customers.
Part 3 provides valuable information to assist you in running the administrative functions of your business.
Financial management, tax basics, and lien laws are covered. Eff ective management of these areas of business is
vital and can cause serious problems if you do not give them proper attention.
Part 1: Getting Your Business Off the Ground
􀀹 Chapter 1 covers tips for writing a business plan and discusses key characteristics of entrepreneurship. A
sample business plan is provided in Appendix B and at NASCLAforms.org using access code SCR129354.
􀀹 Chapter 2 describes each type of business entity and summarizes their advantages and disadvantages.
􀀹 Chapter 3 reviews the licensing process and the requirements for getting a license.
􀀹 Chapter 4 discusses insurance and bonding options to protect your business against unmitigated risk.
􀀹 Chapter 5 is your business toolbox with tips on time management, delegation, business ethics, and technology.
It also provides information on resources available to assist small businesses.
􀀹 Chapter 6 helps

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