In this episode we explore the week’s top headlines as well as a massive mixed-use project in northern Virginia. For links to the original articles referenced in this episode: www.pressdemocrat.com/business/97153…corps-training www.technologyreview.com/s/611141/ai-…cident-free/ www.constructiondive.com/news/hilton-…otel/557154/ www.metrocommercial.com/news/mixed-us…g-this-trend/ To stay in the loop, subscribe to our podcast newsletter here: www.bit.ly/CWPodcastSub or via iTunes, Soundcloud, Stitcher, or your favorite podcast player. For tips, interview requests and other …
Sales Grit: Go From Afraid to Paid in 90 Days
Looking to overcome your fear of sales rejection? It’s easier for some than for others… Conquering the fear of talking to strangers will be one of your most important life skills. But it’s mission critical if you want to thrive in sales. Read on for my top tips on overcoming the fear of selling to strangers, expanding your comfort zone …
Introducing the new Construction Wire Podcast
B2B sales professionals are too busy to consume must-have information using traditional means alone. Which is why we proudly present… The Construction Wire Podcast With a focus on how our research and data can empower the business development efforts of manufacturers, suppliers and vendors to the construction space, this show is for YOU. In the first episode of the podcast, …
How to Onboard B2B Sales Reps for Long-Term Success
Congratulations! You just successfully recruited and hired a young hot shot. But the hard work is far from over. Developing fresh talent can be among the most rewarding aspects of a sales manager’s job, but success doesn’t come easily. Whether you are a subcontractor, a GC, or a manufacturer selling into new construction, follow these pro tips for onboarding success …
How to Build a High-Performance B2B Sales Team
How do you build a high-performance B2B sales team? It will take some time and there will certainly be a learning curve. But the end result will be worth the time and effort you put into the process. To get on the fast track to better results, this blog will teach you some uncommon tips for how to get the …
7 Construction Cold Calling Tips That Really Work [SCRIPT]
How do you cold call successfully in the construction industry? With visions of screaming prospects and hang-ups dancing in their heads, few sales reps are taking the very necessary steps to truly master the cold call. But if you want to win at sales, it will require reaching out to people who don’t know you or why you are better …
Amazon HQ2 Down to One Locale. Now What?
Ending a year-long pageant of North America’s best real estate, Amazon announced a final decision in late November 2018 to divide its second headquarters between Arlington, Virginia’s Crystal City neighborhood and Long Island City in Queens. The project was dubbed Amazon HQ2. The decision was made, to the east coast went the spoils and the remaining finalists were left to …
How to Sell to Hotels With Confidence
In this webinar, we discuss how accurate hotel construction data, coupled with a strategic plan for uncovering (and properly influencing) the RIGHT decision makers results in more deals. TRANSCRIPT: Matt Holmes: Welcome to the webinar. I’m Matt Holmes, director of marketing at build central and I’ll be your moderator today and today we’ll be talking about selling to hotels. Uh, …
The Construction Trends to Watch in 2019 and Beyond
What are the future construction trends you should be monitoring? In this piece we’ll review some of the top commercial construction trends to watch in medical, hotel and multifamily construction and what they could mean for you in the future. We’ll also explore a sampling of the projects we’re tracking here at BuildCentral that exemplify these trends. Healthcare Construction Trends …
Top Health Systems Engaged in 19.8 Billion in Medical Construction Spending for 2018
The top 10 leading U.S. health systems account for more than $19.8 billion in current and upcoming medical construction, according to a recent analysis from BuildCentral, down approximately 8% from 2017. Behind the numbers Compared to this time last year, BuildCentral reports a 26% percent increase in the number of newly planned and active renovation projects industry wide, with new construction and expansions …