Katie Roell (BOSS Snowplows) on Preparing for Winter in July While Everyone Else Waits
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Prioritize preparing for winter in July and August, focusing on readiness for any weather scenario rather than trying to predict the exact conditions.
Conduct preventative maintenance on all equipment now; waiting until October or November can lead to full dealer schedules and costly downtime during snow events.
Analyze your past winter's data to identify operational efficiencies, areas for improvement, and optimize your customer mix and routes.
Invest in your people by providing training and fostering a culture where they feel valued and connected to the company's vision.
Strategically evaluate your equipment fleet based on your specific contracts and the type of work you aim to win, rather than just buying more equipment for its own sake.
Utilize business management systems to track data, improve efficiency, and ensure continuity as your business scales, avoiding reliance on tribal knowledge.
Actively participate in industry events and seek out mentors to gain insights, share challenges, and learn best practices from other contractors.
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