Check out some of our editor’s greatest hits of 2023 with this roundup from PROmonthly.com. Park your fear of missing out at the door, click through the links below, kick back at the end of the day, and enjoy the best 2023 has to offer.
How Portable Restroom Operators Can Avoid Workers' Compensation Fraud
“As with any good system, workers’ comp can be abused. Fraudulent claims cost businesses billions of dollars every single year. And while there is probably no way to totally eradicate workers’ comp fraud, there are a few simple strategies your business can follow to minimize these abuses.” Amanda Clark, columnist
Starting a New Portable Sanitation Business? You Need the Big 4
“A successful business launch involves many details that require professional expertise. The Big 4 enables entrepreneurs to turn their business ideas into reality. Before opening their doors, new companies need to lay a foundation for operations.” Joan Koehne, columnist
Hold Strong on Pricing to Better Build Your Service Reputation
“There’s always a market for anglers who are trying to catch fish at the bottom of the barrel, and that’s not a market I have ever been interested in, so I just let them go.”
Michael Viramontes, owner of The Lavatory in Fresno, California, and profiled in the July issue of PRO
The Importance of Showing Customers an Image of Cleanliness
“Whether you believe it or not, customers can sense if you are trustworthy and knowledgeable within the first few seconds after you walk into their house. They might not know anything about portable sanitation whatsoever, but they can get an accurate feel for who you are, where you're from, what kind of person you are, and how well of a job you will do.”
Anthony Pacilla, a registered master plumber for McVehil Plumbing in Washington, Pennsylvania. He has over two decades of experience in the plumbing and HVAC trades, and has a bachelor’s in business and economics from Thiel College.
How Employee Recognition Programs Can Stop the Worker Exodus
“Whatever you’re trying to get more of from employees, you’ll get it if you recognize them for doing it. If you want any type of behavior from an employee — or even a spouse, your kids or your neighbors — thank them for the things they do that you want them to do more of.”
Bob Nelson, Ph.D., owner of Nelson Motivation in San Diego, a keynote speaker and author of 1,501 Ways to Reward Employees
Where's the Restroom September 2023: And the Winner Is…
A Nashville, Tennessee-based PRO guessed the correct answer. Did you?
Hint: A blue Satellite Industries Tufway restroom looks a little out of place at this historic location dating back to the first century. This neighborhood sits within the boundaries of a large, ancient city that has been the site of strife since the first stone blocks were ordered moved into place during the reign of a tyrannical figure in the Bible. The high block wall is 1,601 feet long and 105 feet tall including a massive foundation and aboveground sections. The wall is commonly referred to by two names. The tall building behind the wall has an even greater religious significance to many who visit.
Overcoming Number Phobia: A Guide for Business Owners
“Sure, it might feel comfortable to steer clear of anything that triggers fear and anxiety, but here's the truth: Without a clear understanding of your business numbers and what they mean, you're navigating a minefield.” Carter Harkins and Taylor Hill
Protect Your Business From Equipment Theft With These 8 Tips
“Nearly 1,000 pieces of construction equipment are reported stolen each month to the National Crime Information Center, but because many thefts go unreported, and there is no one central place tracking all thefts, this number is a low estimate.” Association of Equipment Manufacturers
Your Portable Restroom Is on Fire. Now What?
“Arson is a big problem for the portable sanitation industry, but there’s no need to tell you that. Instead, we’ve rounded up seven articles that offer prevention strategies, proactive approaches, and other industry insights. Happy reading.”
The Rise of Renewable Diesel
“With regulations like the amended CARB Off-Road Regulation starting to come into play, consumption of renewable diesel is expected to rise significantly in the coming years. But what is ‘renewable’ diesel, exactly? It turns out it has a very similar chemical and structural composition to petroleum diesel.” Association of Equipment Manufacturers
