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jan 2020 ed note
Editor's Note

The Polar Coaster

January 2, 2020
In doing some research for this month’s column, I came across the Farmer’s Almanac’s extended forecast for the first portion of 2020. Guess what they’re calling it? Yep – The Polar Coaster.
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How Expanding Lines of Service Can Add Value to Your Business

Gary Findley
November 27, 2019
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As we continue to expand our services, we are constantly looking at the bigger picture. How can we grow?
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Avoiding Burnout

Michelle Blevins
Michelle Blevins
November 14, 2018
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I’ve had the privilege of getting to know the restoration industry from a few different angles over the last year, wearing a few different hats. Each hat has given me some fresh perspective and understanding of the daily life of you all, restorers.


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Preparing to Respond

Gearing Up for Preparing to Respond

Michelle Blevins
Michelle Blevins
September 18, 2018

It feels like just yesterday the R&R team, and some event staff at BNP Media, got together for the first call to discuss launching a brand new event in the disaster restoration industry. After months of careful research and planning, we are now less than one month away from the inaugural event. Booth and exhibitor space sold out early, and attendee spaces are filling up.


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Start Acting Like a Kid

Gary Findley
August 15, 2018
As you say goodbye to summer, here are four things you should do today (which you used to do so well) that your kids master every day.
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Attracting Candidates in Today’s Hiring Climate

Michelle Blevins
Michelle Blevins
August 2, 2018
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Almost every day, I see restoration companies posting openings on industry Facebook pages like the Rebels, NORRP, RIA Young Professional Restorers, and others.


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Our Calling | Our Passion | Our Story

Michelle Blevins
Michelle Blevins
June 4, 2018
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The story of our lives is written one day at a time. One success at a time. One failure at a time. One solitary moment at a time. Often, life’s defining moments happen without our knowledge. 


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A Season of Renewal

Michelle Blevins
Michelle Blevins
May 9, 2018
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Many people look at January and the New Year holiday as a time for a fresh start. I don’t know about you, but there aren’t many things all that inspiring to me about the New Year – although that could partially be because in Michigan, we are in the midst of months of gray skies and snow up to our eyeballs.


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Three Tips to Maintain Fleet Vehicles

Nicholas Drabant
June 7, 2017
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Whether you are operating with a fleet of two thousand vehicles or just two vans and a flatbed truck, maintaining a fleet is a difficult but rewarding job involving micromanaging, constant vigilance, and maintenance.


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5 Ways to Inspire Teamwork in Your Restoration Company

Nicholas Drabant
May 31, 2017
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Time to eliminate the weakest link.
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