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.
My wife ordered your books a few years ago. They are the foundation of my Construction business. Thank You, I am also on your LinkedIn group.
I had purchased Markup and Profit. There was a ton of useful information and this was a big help because I was in the process of starting my own remodeling company. As a side, when I had a computer problem, Devon was so very kind and prompt in helping me get some information I needed. Thank you both!
Borrowed the book “Markup and Profit” from a friend years ago and have been hooked on Mr. Stones good ideas ever since.
I received my book today and have quickly read it from cover to cover. I will now be reviewing all the incredibly helpful advice, section by section. I cannot thank Michael enough for this wonderful work! I think I have made every single mistake highlighted in the book. The results are predictable – debt and a non paying job. I am convinced that our small business will turn around now! We are very skilled craftsmen but business…not so much. To be given the tools based on our numbers really does help our confidence, (and artisan type guilt), in charging a…
I purchased “Markup and Profit a Contractors Guide”. I’m about half way through it. Its a phenomenal book!! I’m already seeing I huge change in the way I do business. I can’t wait to read “Profitable Sales”.