Tools of the trade Service Central Articles and Advice
Finding a clear path to work at is quite a hard nut to crack nowadays, especially with the struggling economy. As an aspiring business, there has to be something you can do about it. Here is a handy guide to help you win more work. Read more...
Leave a comment · 11/12/2012 ·
Getting a Builders Licence from the Victorian Building Commission isn't easy. To completely simplify the process, Service Central has formed an alliance with Refined Project Management. Now going through the process of becoming a qualified builder hasn't been easier!
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Leave a comment · 06/11/2012 ·
Due to popular demand free iPads are back. Businesses that take out a membership with Service Central throughout the month can gain access to free iPads. Learn how we’re giving away an iPad when you take out a Service Central membership. For the month of September, you can receive an iPad with your Service Central membership . Get an iPad in your hands by taking out a new Service Central membership, or renewing/upgrading your existing membership. Conditions apply, speak to your account manager today to see how you can get your free iPad. Read more...
Leave a comment · 05/09/2012 ·
As the jobs counter at Service Central ticks over to the 300,000 mark we take a look at everything that has been done to get us there. We would like to thank everyone that helped us build up this phenomenal amount of work and distribute it to the pre-qualified businesses that are registered with Service Central. Read more...
Leave a comment · 23/07/2012
Building is a complex role that requires bringing together and coordinating a range of highly skilled tradespeople and property service providers. Service Central is a valuable tool for builders and property developers as it simplifies the task of identifying and finding the right people for a building project.
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Leave a comment · 23/07/2012 ·
So far only a select few businesses have been lucky enough to see Eaco, the new Business Management System. They were given a run through of the system and were blown away by how much easier it is to keep track of their jobs, contacts and leads. How quick and professional creating quotes is, and how keeping track of who did what on each job is now a breeze. Read more...
Leave a comment · 30/04/2012 ·
As a Service Central member you have access to the Jobs Board. This lets you grab any job that hasn't already been picked up by the other service providers. As long as you're appropriately insured and qualified, you can take the job and contact the customer. Read more...
Leave a comment · 20/04/2012 ·
According to Billy Ocean, “when the going get tough, the tough get going”. As the Australian economy contracts, and the Building industry slows down, it might be time to start considering how you can diversify your business and offer more services. Read more...
1 comment · 04/04/2012
It might not be fair to call this a hammer. In fact is it a super hammer! Check out what this new amazing tool can do ... Read more...
Leave a comment · 14/03/2012
Google's Gmail provides businesses with a great free email service. You can use your own business website name and people will never know that you're using Gmail at all. Its free and its great. Read more...
Leave a comment · 07/03/2012
Concerned that more and more businesses are moving to Google Docs, Microsoft have put out this rather amusing ad highlighting why people should stay with Microsoft Office. Read more...
4 comments · 05/03/2012
Brian Tracey's guide to achieving your goals. Read more...
Leave a comment · 17/06/2011
This week Service Central launched our brand new mobile site (m.servicecentral.com.au). All of the features of Service Central’s main website are now available on your mobile phone ready for you to use from anywhere in Australia. Read more...
Leave a comment · 07/02/2011
You now have instant access to 1000s of contractors in your pocket! Read on to learn more about how Service Central's new mobile site could be just the tool that you've been looking for. Read more...
Leave a comment · 07/02/2011
Get a thousand new jobs in your pocket - every week! Service Central's brand new mobile website - m.servicecentral.com.au - gives you instant access to 1,000 new jobs every week directly on your phone! Read more ... Read more...
Leave a comment · 07/02/2011
A collection of the best mobile sites from around the world. These are sites that have been designed and built specifically for smartphones. Read more...
Leave a comment · 07/02/2011
Many businesses often complain that quoting takes hours out of their day without any reward at the end. Here is a guide to providing quotes in a way that is efficient and effective.
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2 comments · 13/12/2010 ·
A great infographic on how to lose customers. Are you doing the wrong thing? Read more...
Leave a comment · 11/10/2010
If you have friends or family in the trades industry, you can also let them know that we've launched our blog series for trades businesses. Read more...
Leave a comment · 28/09/2010
One of our staff members recently went on holiday to Morocco, and took this photo... What is the building trade like in Morocco we wonder? Read more...
1 comment · 30/08/2010
Businesses have for years clamoured for Word of Mouth to help grow their businesses, today's modern businesses are pursuing Word of Mouse instead. How can social media help your trades business? Read more...
Leave a comment · 11/08/2010
Some jobs make the choice between being at work or being at home an easy one. Not because they're horrible and you can't wait to be away from them, but some jobs can still get done if the rest of your team picks up the slack, or can be done from home - helping you avoid the strain of driving or public transport when ill. Some people can do their job from anywhere - coffee shops, pub, or bedroom. So how does your trades business handle the downtime? Read more...
2 comments · 25/07/2010
Tyre kicking customers are a big time waster for businesses. What can be done to eliminate tyre kickers from your business?
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Leave a comment · 23/07/2010 ·
Ever wanted to compare your building business to others? Want to know which areas you're excelling at and which areas you are uncompetitive in? Read more...
Leave a comment · 17/07/2010
Cash can be a pain. It's a risk, an effort to count, and when you've got cash in your wallet it disappears much faster than when you don't. More and more, your customers are requesting alternative payment channels other than cash - usually by bank transfer. Bank transfers have their own irritations - then you have to go check whether the deposit has been made, take their deposit on faith, or annoy your customers by asking for a printout of the payment confirmation. What is the alternative to all this hassle? Read more...
2 comments · 12/07/2010
The PIC will launch eToolbox on their website on 19 July. eToolbox is an online resource for plumbers and takes the management of plumber's licences, registrations and inspections into the new age. Consumers will also be able to check licences and registrations online rather than asking a plumber directly for their licence card. Here's a quick overview of what you'll be able to do. Read more...
Leave a comment · 29/06/2010
You'll remember our blog about Google Maps, the free online map service. But two of the features of Google Maps have far more benefits for some tradespeople than just a simple map. Here are some ideas on how to use the this free service to improve efficiency in your business. Read more...
Leave a comment · 18/06/2010
Why is it important for your business to use email? And if you do - what kind of email account is best? Read more...
Leave a comment · 17/06/2010
There's a free online service that helps you find your customers faster - what are Google Maps all about? Read more...
Leave a comment · 15/06/2010