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113: Don't Call Them Hacks - Tips for Pre-Construction, Billable Time, and Productivity
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What tools and apps can help me with time tracking and invoicing? How do I organize my notes and stay organized? Is an iPad worth it for work? How can it be used effectively? Tune in as we share some of our tried-and-true methods for staying organized and productive. With some small adjustments to your processes, these small methods can make a big difference for your business. Just don't call them hacks!
In this episode, Rebecca and Shaun discuss:
- Tools and apps that can help with time tracking – Harvest app, GoodNotes
- Tips for using technology effectively during meetings
- Value of iPads for work
- Using Canvas to take measurements during home consultations
- How to determine if a remodel makes financial sense
- Useful tools for site visits and consultations
- Strategies for note-taking, file sharing, and collaborating on projects remotely
- When should a contractor be brought in – during initial consultations or after the design process
- Getting early cost estimates and feasibility studies from contractors before fully developing design plans
- How to work with clients to establish a realistic budget and avoid cost overruns
Mentioned:
Amazon Salad Bar: https://amzn.to/3SnWeAO
Harvest App: Time Tracking Software With Invoicing | Harvest
Good Notes app: Goodnotes | Notes Reimagined | Note-Taking App
Canvas app for home measurements: The easiest way to get as-builts | Canvas
Tankersley Construction Episode: Hot Young Designers Club 105: A Conversation with Tankersley Construction
Cost vs. value remodeling guide: Cost vs. Value 2023 | National
Rebecca’s Upwork Freelancer for Chief Architect: https://www.upwork.com/freelancers/~012a205720d9c6bb42
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High Point Market
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