Do you utilize battery-powered tools?
Handheld battery-powered tools have come a long way from their first iterations, especially over the past few years. I've started making the switch away from gas-powered equipment throughout the last few seasons for my business and have found the switch to be positive for my workflow and bottom line. This is a trend I believe will continue as batteries become more powerful and long-lasting. Are you utilizing any battery-powered equipment and, if so, do you have any favorites you'd like to share??Sticker SHOCK! š²
I have been doing my office's annual purge and came across some old invoices from the earliest power equipment my business purchased. Believe it or not, some of the equipment I use has doubled in price for the replacement model at today's cost. Since it is our responsibility as owners to be profitable enough to replace/repair equipment as needed, I find myself adjusting my equipment cost recovery number upward almost monthly in my budget. How often are you adjusting your cost recovery upward to adjust for the ongoing inflation?Curious ... do most teams back up job files from Jobber?
Hey all, just wondering if this is something others have run into. A few of our clients have been talking about how they handle long-term storage of job photos and documents, especially when staff leave, or when they want to organize files outside of Jobber. Some mentioned wanting to move things to Google Drive or DropBox automatically, but Iām not sure how common that need really is. Just curious, have you or your team thought about this? Is keeping a backup of Jobber media files part of your process, or not really a concern? Appreciate any thoughts! Josh
Anyone using automation to save time and money?
Hey everyone! Iāve been testing out some automation tools alongside Jobber to streamline my window cleaning business ā things like auto-replies to leads, follow-ups for quotes, and syncing bookings with my calendar in real time. Curious if anyone else here is using automation to simplify their operations or boost client communication? Iām working on some AI-based workflows and would love to swap ideas or even show what Iāve been building if thereās interest. What tasks are you still doing manually that you wish could be automated?You Donāt Need More Hours ā You Need the Right People
Everyone says they want to grow ā but few are willing to let go. The inbox, the content, the sales follow-ups, the backend bugs ā they hang onto it all, thinking itās the only way to keep control. I get it. I used to do the same. But over the last 9+ years, Iāve built and scaled businesses by doing the opposite: building a remote team I trust, and getting out of their way. Not just āvirtual assistantsā ā real professionals. People who run content, sales outreach, client communication, systems, software, and everything in between. They donāt just lighten the load. They raise the bar. This approach has been a game changer ā not just for saving time, but for building momentum that actually lasts. Itās what Iāve been doing successfully for nearly a decade. If youāre wondering where to find this kind of talent, how to train them, or how to make it actually work long-term ā drop your questions. Lets talk!What Features Would Be Helpful for Dealing with Subcontractors on Your Team?
Subcontractors can be a powerful way to grow your service businessābut managing them smoothly takes the right tools. From scheduling to paperwork to payments, things can get complicated fast if you're relying on spreadsheets or text threads. Here are a few key ideas to kick off the conversation: Insurance Certificate Tracking + Expiration Reminders Making sure your subcontractors are insured is a no-brainerābut keeping track of their certificates and renewal dates can be a hassle. A built-in feature that stores insurance docs and sends automatic reminders before they expire would help keep your business protected and organized. Built-in Payment Processing for Subcontractors Paying subs quickly and clearly is essential for maintaining good relationships. Imagine being able to approve their invoices and process payments right through Jobberāno more chasing emails or juggling payment apps. Subcontractor Availability Scheduling Knowing when your subs are available is half the battle. A shared calendar where subcontractors can input their availability would make job assignment way easier and help avoid scheduling conflicts before they happen. What would you like to see added to help manage subcontractors better? Drop your ideas in the commentsāš
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