Comments from Past Attendees
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"Contractors that understand the business side of their company make significantly more profit."
 

Comments from HVAC Attendees:
David M. Burd
Service Heating & Air, Inc.    (770) 454-4629
"I truly believe I have received more from this course than any other I’ve attended. Not only has it provided the knowledge and schooling, but the tools to implement the programs. I am enthused in working with this program and Grady & Associates going forward."

Marc Lidgard
Great Lakes Heating & A/C, Inc.    (574) 287-2397
"Very good use of time. Definitely will help any company that uses the information presented earn more profits."

Trish Butler
Gordon Air Conditioning & Associates, Inc.    (850) 682-5509
"I learned during the three-day period that we were actually billing 35% of the “billable/street rate” we thought we were charging. Very well organized. You packed a tremendous amount of info into a very short amount of time and all the info you are sending us home with (tapes, etc.) is amazing! You have been such a blessing. Thank you for your encouragement, patience & common-sense, down-to-earth approach."

Dusty Rhoades
AirTech HVAC Services LLC    (970) 356-7072
"I learned how little I knew about pricing. This was great for me. I feel I have a good understanding of how to be more profitable now."

Roger Swartzendruber
Cecil’s Heating & Cooling Inc.    (219) 533-9447
"I am very impressed with the boot camp. All materials, meals, classroom, and presentations were very top notch and professional. The information I learned and the tools I was given are next to imperative if you are to run a profitable business, not just by mistake! The entire staff was very friendly and helpful. We had a great time, and became excited about tracking our business/success. Thanks."

Rob Basnett
Basnett Plumbing & Heating, Inc.    (978) 486-3767
"This class is a must see-do-have in order to charge what you should charge and feel confident when someone complains about the price. It’s bad for everyone in our industry when someone is confronted about the price and they back down because the owner thinks it’s a lot of money due to not knowing their real costs. This class is a must in order to move ahead."

Tony DePew
DePew Plg. Htg. Clg.    (260) 894-3223
"Excellent, learned more than I ever thought I would. Tom taught in an easy to learn way. Made to feel that I can accomplish all these things with the software provided. I plan on coming back for a refresher in the near future."

Mark Sanders
Mechanical Consultants    (270) 785-9505
"The thing that I learned that was a surprise to me was the overhead cost per hour and how common problems are to other businesses. The seminar was very helpful. The pace was good. We had time to work with the software. The material provided (software, books, tapes) were more than expected. Excellent resources. I feel the session was a very good value."

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Comments from Plumbing Attendees:

Tony Fusco
Positive Plumbing     (435) 438-7888
"I learned that I needed benchmarks to track progress. I enjoyed the learning experience. It has given more confidence now to go out and sell 'my price' to my customers.”

Calvin Inman
Dynamic Plumbing    (713) 920-1220
"The most valuable part of the program was determining my cost of business and what I should charge per hour. I thought it was the best business training class that I have been to. Tom really worked with me to help discover the gaps that need filling at my company. I really enjoyed my time here!"

Jenni Dill-Seyer
Seyer Plumbing & Heating     (701) 349-3328
"I was very impressed with your entire program. The knowledge I gained on everything from family living to nonbillable hours was quite overwhelming. We learned what cuts we need to make in order to make more profits."

Jim Snyder
Rooter Services, Inc.    (480) 967-5943
"This is a very informative and was a well presented seminar. Having the book in front of me as well as seeing the same thing on the screen was a big help. Seeing that hourly pay scale is not for Rooter 2000 will definitely steer me in the right direction for a new structure."

Mark Sanders
Mechanical Consultants    (270) 785-9505
"I am very impressed with the boot camp. All materials, meals, classroom, and presentations were very top notch and professional. The information I learned and the tools I was given are next to imperative if you are to run a profitable business, not just by mistake! The entire staff was very friendly and helpful. We had a great time, and became excited about tracking our business/success. Thanks."

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Comments From Electricians:

Paul & Marlys Dotzenrod
Paul’s Electric    (701) 439-2216
“Session was well planned, well executed and overall easy to implement or understand. We never expected to learn so much in such a sort time. We feel more comfortable about the future of our business and how we can make changes and improvements.”

David & Linda Wells
Elite Electric, Inc.    (605) 582-7701
"Very enjoyable. Generated a stronger desire to be more accountable in our company and our family. Very informative, was useful for all levels of business from small to large operations.”

Teri Martinson
Modern Electric     (701) 232-2986
“Being involved in the daily business financial operations, this class has taught me numerous ways that we can track or change our areas of business to generate greater profits in the company.”

Scott Kennedy
K & N Electric     (605) 957-4425
“I was very impressed with the presentation. It was explained at a level that was easy to follow and understand. I am very thankful for the opportunity to have participated in the class.”

Greg Goff
Goff Electric    (320) 567-2355
"I was pleased to find this being presented by a Christian and that the approach is basically to “owe no man anything but to love him.” Running a debt-free business is a goal for my wife and I and once we get by the cash-flow crisis we’re in, we will be able to implement this plan fully."

Corry Neuhauser
Scott’s Electric     (605) 772-1855
"It was very intense but am leaving here with a good feeling about being in business. It’s amazing to think you know so much about your business but in reality you don’t. Thanks for all the tips and ideas."

Darin Rusch
Dakota Supply Group     (701) 255-7112
"I came to DSG from a small business. The small business was very successful but could have been much more successful if this program would have been followed. I like the attitude in which the material was presented. I believe we can never truly be top flight and it should be everyone’s goal to constantly strive to be better. This program should do that for anyone that would put forth the effort."

Greg Mattson
Century Electric     (701) 746-8727
"Very good use of time I learned more about how my business operates and why in 3 days than I have in 14 years of business. Software is awesome and easily understandable. This seminar will return a value to my company of a great proportion as compared to how much it cost. I am a very satisfied customer and a great cheerleader for Basic Business Bootcamp."

Tom Rosendahl
Dakota Supply Group     (701) 746-7373
"Basic, yet “PhD” quality information presented in a very understandable format. If all contractors would attend the BBB the world would be a much better place!! Thank you, Tom – look forward to working together in the future.."

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Comments From Chimney Sweep Attendees:

Ashley Eldridge
National Chimney Sweep Guild    (317) 837-5362
"I thought it was very thorough. I would certainly like to see this information provided to sweep companies so they can operate profitable businesses and better position themselves to get more training with the ability to plan and pay for those expenses. Continuing education is the key. "
 
Robert Patrick
Good Times Chimney Sweep    (909) 534-9232
"Everything of this program was of value to me. There was not one wasted breath during the whole program. I am very glad I attend this session. I will definitely recommend this session to other friends with businesses."

Sarah Shippee
Scott’s Clean Sweep    (802) 464-3580
"I found Tom’s presentation to be very thorough and personal. Working in small groups allowed me to ask specific questions and get lots of help that was useful to me personally (though not specific to others, knowing I wasn’t “holding up” the group helped)! My head is spinning and I’m anxious to get home and get going!"

Dennis Dobbs
The Fireplace Service Center, Fort Payne,  AL    (256) 845-9814
"The part of the program what was of most value to me was having my wife/business partner attend with me. I appreciate Tom’s sharing his expertise and insight along with his examples of application. Everyone in the group was very nice. It was a very pleasant experience! I will recommend this program to all I know in the service fields. P.S. Enjoyed the Bible Study!"

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Comments From Landscaping Attendees:
Joe Goetz
Goetz Landscape & Irrigation    (651) 426-2136
"I have been very impressed with the three-day session. Lessons were very informative. We could put the information to practical use or apply it right away. Lessons were personalized and to the point. Content of each topic was informative and was delivered in a professional manner. All the little things those important bits of information I learned can make our company hugely successful."

Brian Naglee
All Seasons Tree & Turf Care    (530) 755-1304
"I’ve been in business for 31 years and this was the best investment I have ever made. By applying what I learned the past three days, I can see how I can earn more take home income with less taxes in the next 5-8 years than the past 31 years combined! Finally a course that teaches us the right way to run a business building it on a solid foundation & follow up help along the way. Tom, you are an answer to my prayers to becoming a faithful steward!"

Susan Puetz
All Things Green    (925) 687-7784
"I was impressed with the tools given. I really felt the owners were empowered knowing they now had tools to be more in control of where their company is going. To me, it was a relief to receive them. I also felt that I could use this information in my own businesses."

Andy Gagnon
Andy Gagnon Landscapes Inc.    (530) 666-0668
"Good/excellent class. Well presented. Presenter very knowledgeable. Very organized. Great reference materials to refer to. I would recommend class highly."

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