The NAHB International Builders' Show
When you are typing, tweeting or texting, how persuasive are you?
As a salesperson, you are obviously great at communicating in person, so what is it about having a screen that makes it so challenging to achieve clear communication? How can you translate how you really are in an authentic way so that it’s reflected behind the screen? And when you have a screen blocking what makes you so effective at what you do, how can you ensure that you are being heard?
These are likely just some...
Success in the construction industry is not random. Builders who are serious about long-term prosperity cannot rely on gut instinct and intuition alone or simply hope to ride the wave of an improving market. They need the ability to make well-informed financial decisions that create competitive advantage and profitability.
In the NAHB International Builders’ Show® (IBS) Master Session, “Solving the Builders Matrix: A Simplified Financial Strategy to Gain Competitive Advantage...
If you are on the fence about whether you should attend the 2019 NAHB International Builders’ Show® (IBS), you need to know: there is something for everyone. The building industry’s largest event is your best opportunity to access the people, tools and business knowledge you need. Here are the top ten reasons why traveling to Las Vegas to attend IBS in February is well worth the trip.
Our Tech Bytes program offers a one-of-a-kind opportunity to immerse yourself in the latest products, applications and tech platforms through hands-on presentations and consultations.
The Tech Bytes Room: When you walk into the room, you’ll find two distinct areas for learning—a large, main presentation stage and a tech bar. Education sessions will take place on the stage, while the tech bar is your place to go for one-on-one...
A builder can learn a lot from the Zappos model. Since bursting upon the e-commerce scene in 1999, Zappos has made themselves a household name—not just for being an “online store,” but for also delivering the best possible service experience for their customers.
“Now, 19 years later, we are still manically obsessed with making sure our customers are happy and proud to do business with us,” writes the Zappos website.
Like Zappos, great customer service is becoming the...
Now in its 36th year, The New American Home® (TNAH), The Official Show Home of the annual International Builders Show™ (IBS). Sun West Custom Homes is designing and building this year’s edition, and when completed, it will be 9,028 square feet and incorporate a wide variety of contemporary-modern design, characterized by minimal decoration, abundant glass and flat rooflines.
When Daniel Coletti, president of Sun West Custom Homes, designed TNAH 2019, he had three goals in mind:...
Dustin Kaehr, M.B.A. is a business coach with over 20 years of experience working with organizations of all sizes to help them with leadership challenges, operations and employee/customer engagement. At the NAHB International Builders’ Show® (IBS) in February, Dustin will present, “Communicating Effectively In Tough Situations.” We caught up with him to get a sneak peek into his session.
NAHB: Without giving too much away, what will people learn at your session,...
Sam Rashkin is the author of the book, Retooling the U.S. Housing Industry: How It Got Here, Why It’s Broken, and How to Fix It. In the book, Sam presents a comprehensive strategy for transforming the new homebuyer consumer experience. He brings the lessons from this book to housing executives across the country with workshops and collaborative meetings that help them accelerate innovation.
Apart from this work, Sam has also served as national director of voluntary labeling...
The Design & Construction Week® (DCW) Opening Ceremonies are sure to be entertaining for everyone in attendance at the NAHB International Builders’ Show® (IBS) as Emmy-award-winning actor and comedian Dana Carvey takes the stage!
When: Tuesday, February 19, 8:00 – 9:00 AM
Where: Westgate Las Vegas Resort & Casino – Paradise Event Center
Cost: Free for registered attendees
About Dana...
With over 12 years in sales and marketing for new home builders, Jen Barkan brings additional frontline experience as an online sales coach for Do You Convert. Jen developed and managed the online sales program for Rose & Womble Realty's New Homes division in Hampton Roads, Virginia which grew to represent 20 builders and over 45 communities. Jen has earned multiple national awards, including being the recipient of Professional Builder magazine’s 40 Under 40 Award in...