Business Management

1997 Contractor Operating Results Survey


by NGWA and Industry Insights Inc.
NGWA

This report provides results from a recent study of drilling contractor businesses. Financial information on drilling firms is compiled for companies with annual sales of less than $1 million and compared to firms with annual sales greater than $1 million. Overall profitability is analyzed as net profit before taxes as a percent of total assets. Balance sheets and detailed financial results are included for high profit and average firms. Costs, income, gross profit, overhead, and much more make this a great report for evaluating the business of drilling. Based on 1996 numbers.

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1997/ Catalog #K711/ 41 pages. Member $50; Nonmember $150

Drug-Free Workplace: A Guide to Stopping Substance Abuse


American Subcontractors Association

This manual contains a model drug-free workplace policy, which is frequently required on construction sites today, based on the Drug-Free Workplace Act.

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1998/ Catalog #T063. Member $22; Nonmember $33

Improving Cash Flow


American Subcontractors Association

Save time and get paid with the sample letters and forms that can be used to clarify payment terms, apply for payment, follow up on collections, and request lien and bond information from the general contractor.

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American Subcontractors Association1998/ Catalog #T062. Member $25; Nonmember $40

Marketing Your Construction Services


American Subcontractors Association

From logo development and company brochures to techniques for building new business referrals, this manual shows you how to involve everyone.

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1998/ Catalog #T061. Member $27; Nonmember $42

Succeeding at Contract Changes and Claims


American Subcontractors Association

This comprehensive manual reviews specific contract clauses that can aid or hinder an equitable adjustment and how to effectively prepare a claim.

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1998/ Catalog #T060. Member $30; Nonmember $44

1997 Wholesale Distributor Operating Results Survey


by NGWA and Industry Insights Inc.
NGWA

This survey of supplier firms provides results from a recent study of the wholesale water well equipment business. Financial information on suppliers is compiled for companies with annual sales of less than $5 million and compared to firms with annual sales greater than $5 million. Overall profitability is analyzed as net profit before taxes as a percent of total assets. Balance sheets and detailed financial results are included for high profit and average firms. Costs, income, gross profit, overhead, and much more make this a great report for evaluating the supplier business. Based on 1996 figures.

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1997/ Catalog #K712/ 45 pages. Member $50; Nonmember $150

Working With Professional Advisors


American Subcontractors Association

This resource describes how to select the right advisor and maintain an effective working relationship with your accountant, attorney, surety agent, and others to make sure you're getting your money's worth.

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1998/ Catalog #T059. Member $29; Nonmember $45

Ground Water Contracting Business Management

Edited by Kevin McCray
NGWA

A collection of the best articles from the Water Well Journal on the operation of a successful ground water contracting business. Sections include: advertising and marketing; bids; bookkeeping; borrowing; diversification; ethics; failing businesses; using consultants; financial analysis; personnel; insurance; and more.

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1991/ Catalog #K804/ 438 pages Member: $21; Nonmember: $26

Personnel Management for Small Businesses in the Water Service Industries

by Stuart Smith
NGWA

Written expressly for the smaller service business, this book is a must for every drilling or pump contractor.

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1980/ Catalog #T035/ 50 pages. Member: $9; Nonmember: $12

Standard Form Drilling Contract

NGWA

This contract helps protect you from collection and legal problems after a well is drilled.

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1991/ Catalog #X084/ 5 pages. Member: $.50; Nonmember: $1.00