Construction companies require strong foundations just like the projects they build. Like a building the larger it will be the stronger the foundation must be. When a contractor starts the #1 priority is simply winning and building projects. Let’s consider this the “building” and in the beginning it is like a tent requiring no foundation. The first layer of the foundation are the workflow processes and technology tools used to directly support building projects. That makes this part of the foundation the most visible. Consider this the slab and if you are building a relative small building that’s all you need. This deeper foundation includes a clear and shared vision, a strategy to get there, the organizational structure with the right talent to support that strategy, a rigorous business planning process and the disciplined operating rhythms to keep those plans on-track. The culture and behaviors of the team must be consistent and support all elements of the foundation - like the strength of the concrete. How strong is your business foundation? Are any cracks starting to show like stagnant growth, volatility of profits and excess stress on the team? Learn more about building a foundation for sustainable growth: https://dbmgt.co/contact
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