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May, 2013
The articles on your blog are exceptional!
May, 2013
Impressive marketing techniques
April, 2013
on your email list, own several of your books, have heard you speak at JLC providence many times. Enjoy your "tell it like it is" attitude.
April, 2013
Looking forward to applying principles
April, 2013
Online from the OR Contractor Education course.
April, 2013
from Fast Track Estimating in the days of DOS
April, 2013
I have been following you for over 9 years now. I originally purchased Markup and Profit in 2004. I really appreciate the insight and positive spirit you promote with your blog.
April, 2013
(how did you find us?)don't know actually,...but i'm glad i did..thank you
March, 2013
I have your estimate training program (DVD) and your Markup and profit book as well.
Feb, 2013
Thank you for your services.....
Feb, 2013
Heard about you at your WOC seminar several years ago. AWESUM seminar.
Feb, 2013
Through LinkedIn, also purchased you other book. Your other book was very helpful - thanks.
Feb, 2013
Repeat customer, the best kind!
Jan, 2013
Michael,thanks for talking to me a couple of weeks ago about the nasty cost plus contract that I have here. I will be closing this job out in the next 3 months and will let you know how the dust settles. I have ordered some of your information and look forward to the education.
Jan, 2013
i was browsing a bookstore about 7 years ago and stumbled across it. Bought it and went from being a superintendent-carpenter to a successful business owner. Did over 2 million in 2011 and just under 1.6 million in sales in 2012.
Jan, 2013
Though I don’t always have time to read your newsletters, I always enjoy doing so. What I find interesting is you can take any reference to construction out of the articles and 99% of the material still applies. Even having managed multiple types of businesses over 30 years, including contracting, I always find useful tips within the letters, or at the very least, reminders to put me back on track.
Jan, 2013
I have read Mr. Stones articles in trade magazines for years, have his book on Markup & Profit for several years, and just joined the online discussion group today. I am preparing to hire a sales person, and this should be of some help. Thank you for all the info over the years. It has been of great value.
December, 2012
Reading your books. They're great.
December, 2012
I purchased the Markup & Profit book serveral years ago. Plus I just purchased the estimating software about a month ago. I really appreciate what you've done here. Sharing your knowledge and teaching others what you've learned over the years.
December, 2012
Been a General Contractor for 20 years now and I ordered your Markup and Profit book. After reading the first 4 chapters, I found out you really can teach an old dog new tricks. I only cringe now thinking how much money I have left on the table in the past 20 years. I'm ordering the software to to replace a stick build one. Going to switch to unit costing as much as possible...Thanks...Don
December, 2012
Read your mark up and profit book last year and it is like talking to a good straight talking friend. Opting for this and reading your web site again as a bit of support at a dificult time. Thanks for understanding how it is. Neil
November, 2012
Was browsing thru books on Amazon back in 2009 (looking for help after the crash) and came across M&P....saved my business. Now it's time to go back to school and take the biz to the next level! I'm curious to see how Profitable Sales deals with the internet and social media for marketing purposes....
October, 2012
I am ordering these for some of the contractors we work for.
October, 2012
Originally bought m+p book and have since garnished much insight from blog and other materials.
September, 2012
I am looking forward to the information to take my business to the next level. Thank you for the information.
September, 2012
I have been following Michael for years now. I find his insights and information useful and easy to follow.
September, 2012
My father, still active in our masonry & concrete business, started using the markup & profit formula about 10 years ago and started making some real profit.
September, 2012
I am a subscriber to you newsletter and i read the original version of the book
September, 2012
I originally heard about the Markup and Profit book on a contractors web blog and forum site. It came highly recommended. I purchased the book, DVD and Estimating DVD earlier this year and have been satisfied. Thanks
August, 2012
The first book disappeared from office so we need another.
July, 2012
Hey there - ordering the Estimating Training to complement the Fast Track Estimating software I purchased last week. I worked through it a little and am impressed at the ease of use - so much so that I decided that the best way to get up to speed quickly and take full advantage of the system would be to leverage your expertise through the training. Thank you for honoring the discount even though I am ordering the packages a few days apart. I'm excited to get my first estimate completed through using your system and expertise.
July, 2012
Attended Michael Seminar at JLC - Providence. We are big fans!
June, 2012
Looking forward to the new book, loved the old one.
June, 2012
I have just started a landscape construction business. Iam the sole proprietor \ owner -operator .I have no employees and have to fund this entirely through sales. Steep uphill climb. Wish me luck.
June, 2012
Just starting out on my own!
May, 2012
Google search. I have the book, Mark up and Profit and love it. Thought this might help as much.
May, 2012
Had the previous mark up & profit keep up the good work thanks
May, 2012
A lot of people take advantage of contractors lack of business skills. You have sold me on this book. It had better not be one of these fore mentioned scams.
May, 2012
You were presented by Oregon Contractor Training as their video instructor. And you know what your talking about. Thanks
April, 2012
Seminar in Sacramento back when I had more hair.
April, 2012
Have been using your other products
April, 2012
Thank you for the help and insight you have provided through your books, blog, and monthly E-mails. I know that I am further along on a successful path than I would have been without your resources.
April, 2012
I Bought the original Markup and Profit when it first came out and have been applying the knowledge consistently since then. Many thanks to you folks for all the good information that you provide and for always "helping the good guys win"
April, 2012
purchased original book for son inlaw . this one for another son inlaw
April, 2012
Existing customer of CPR, first met Michael in 2005 Portland JLC LIve seminar. I've been hooked ever since.
April, 2012
Found on contractortalk.com forum. It was discussed by other contractors. The book comes highly recommended.
April, 2012
Following for several years. attended a class many years ago in Sparks, Nevada.
April, 2012
Mike keep up the good work, my students love your book.
March, 2012
heard about the book through linked in. Looking forward to reading it.
March, 2012
I attended Michael Stone seminar 12 years ego and I got the first book. Thanks to this book and the seminar, I am still in the business.
March, 2012
Bought your book last time. Get newsletter. You do great job. Thanks,
March, 2012
I've been a big fan since the first edition. I've recommended the first edition to a whole new generation of contractors struggling with the same issues I struggled with. Thanks.
March, 2012
We were fortunate to attend a seminar in Kansas City about a year ago. We have been fans for several years!
March, 2012
I'm a returning customer and if Devon doesn't sign the Sales book, I'm returning it! I have the first MU & Profit book autographed by Devon, and it is a collector's item! Thanks so much for your devotion to us guys in the trenches.
February, 2012
Been reading for a long time!
January, 2012
I have attended 4 of your seminars at JLC Live and am working on reading your books. Thank you for all of the invaluable information you have provided over the years.
January, 2012
Attended seminar at JLC Live in Portland. It was one of my favorite sessions on the event. Thanks Michael.
December, 2011
Oregon Contractor Education dot com. Thank you for the eye opening lectures.
December, 2011
I have read "Markup and Profit: A Contractor's Guide" three times cover to cover, and it has revolutionized my business!" Thanks!
December, 2011
Michael is great but Devon rules the roost :)
December, 2011
I owned your course and book at one time, but one of my employees took them. I plan on ordering your sale course and book soon.
November, 2011
Keep up the good work!
November, 2011
I am an Electrical Contractor needing desperate help. I consider myself very organized and business orientated; but, still "wet behind the ears" when it comes to contracting. I have been looking for all types of literature to became a more successful contractor. Ihope this seminar/book helps me.