Profitability and Cash Flow Work Together

Profitability and cash flow drive any construction business and construction industry consultant Shawn van Dyke explains how they work together to assure "Profit First for Contractors."

October 7, 2019

Want to learn how to manage your cash flow and improve profitability at the same time? Shawn Van Dyke, construction industry consultant, not only explains how the two work hand-in-hand but what contractors can do to take advantage of this important relationship.

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