Tim O'Toole

Less is More: How Silence Can Help You Close More Sales

Sales is an art as much as it is a science. It is not just about knowing your products inside and out but also understanding the customer’s mindset. Striking the…

Cold Times, Hot Topics at the STI/SPFA Annual Meeting

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Industry Leaders Who Started As Apprentices — Part Three

The number one legislative priority of the Reshoring Initiative has long been strengthening our skilled workforce. The biggest obstacle has been our country’s and our government’s obsession with “a college…

7 on 7 with Daniel Yoder

STI/SPFA recently spoke with Daniel Yoder, Vice President of Operations & Purchasing at Kennedy Tank and Manufacturing Co., Inc., about his career in the steel fabrication industry. STI/SPFA: Tell us…

Visionary Leadership: Steering the Ship Toward Success

Leadership often involves charting a course through uncertain waters, much like navigating a ship. While captains are celebrated for skillfully steering vessels to their destinations, another crucial role often goes…

Low Bid Is Not Enough!

Bidding lots of jobs is not enough to guarantee a steady flow of profitable work in today’s competitive marketplace. Successful general contractors, subcontractors, and suppliers have learned that their bid…

7 on 7 with Supara Sinsamudpadung

STI/SPFA recently spoke with Ms. Supara Sinsamudpadung, Managing Director at Padungsilpa Engineering Co., Ltd., about her career in the steel fabrication industry. STI/SPFA: Tell us about the history of your…

Making Money and Helping Others: A Simple Guide

Money plays a crucial role in our lives. It allows us to experience joy and comfort, whether it is through vacations, good food, or living in a nice home. Having…

Reshore to Reduce the Risk of Retaliation from China

U.S. president Trump has threatened to impose up to 60% tariffs on imports from China. Although the intent is to safeguard U.S. industries, China has been ramping up its protectionism…

Work Less, Do More, Make More!

Many company owners and managers complain about working too many hours. While speaking at industry conventions, I surveyed attendees about their work life habits. How do you compare? Typical Work…