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The Level Set - September 18, 2024

The Level Set - September 18, 2024

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September 18, 2024

 

Northwestern Lumber Association and Mid-America Lumbermens Association are now BLD Connection. Read About Our Transformation! 

Updates & Events


Register Now for Estimating 1-2-3 to Master Accurate Estimation Skills  

Hone your skills in blueprint reading, material take-off, and advanced estimation techniques with the Estimating 1-2-3 class, led by expert instructor Casey Voorhees. Choose from upcoming sessions across multiple locations including Iowa, Kansas, Minnesota, Missouri, Nebraska, and Wisconsin.

  • Learn accurate, efficient estimation methods.

  • Ideal for estimators, sales staff, and design professionals.

 

Yard & Delivery Workshop: Work Smarter, Not Harder 

The Yard & Delivery Workshop offers valuable insights to help streamline your operations and make work easier. This workshop provides practical tips to improve efficiency and job satisfaction across your team.


Key takeaways from this workshop include:

  • Optimizing Operations: Use Operational Excellence to streamline material handling, reduce shrinkage, and lower inventory costs.

  • Enhance Service Efficiency: Adopt best practices for receiving and high-performance delivery to boost operational effectiveness and maximize customer satisfaction.

  • Create Synergy Between Departments: Gain insights into building stronger relationships between sales and operations teams.

Concludes with a walk-through at Gilcrest/Jewett Lumber Company in Waukee, Iowa to review key class topics.

 

Contractors Welcome at the 2024 Nebraska Connection Conference 

We’re excited to announce that this year’s Nebraska Connection Conference is open to your contractor customers! This is a great opportunity for them to learn, network, and enjoy the event alongside the rest of the building community.

  • Contractor Mini-Workshops: Interactive sessions offering hands-on demonstrations of building products and services.

  • Membership Luncheon: A chance to hear from industry leaders while enjoying a keynote address.

  • Vendor Table Top Reception: An afternoon of checking out LBM products and programs offered by vendor participants while enjoying refreshments. Stay for a chance to win $500!

  • Evening Social Event at Smash Park: Fun games, dinner, and networking with peers.

Encourage your contractor customers to register early and take advantage of this exclusive opportunity by sharing the invitation linked below!


 
 

Resource of the Month

Boost Your Recruiting Game with Hire Power! 

Hire Power is an online, on-demand training program tailored for the LBM and Building Products industry, helping you and your team attract and retain top talent. Designed for busy leaders, this comprehensive course equips you with the tools to get more qualified candidates and ensure your job offers are accepted.

  • 8 modules featuring engaging videos, practical worksheets, and real-world examples.
  • Ready-to-use scripts and customizable templates for effective recruiting.
  • Streamlined, easy-to-implement strategies for attracting and keeping great employees.

Classifieds

CATERPILLAR FORKLIFT FOR SALE


1994 GPL40-G2 Caterpillar Forklift for Sale.

$15,500 . Original Owner. 7785 Hours. 8300#, Triplex 168/85 Mast,

78" x 48" Carriage, 48" x 8" x 1-1/2" Forks,
4.3l 6 cyl Gas.

Good Condition. Service & Tune up in June 2024 .

Email: scbp57@gmail.com
Bob Halleland

 

To place a classified ad, contact Melanie at melanie@bldconnection.org or call (763) 595-4050.

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