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🥞 Breakfast Bites: Attracting Talent, Documenting Everything...

... and Finding Profits Working With Interior Designers

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Breakfast Bites Team
October 23, 2023

Greetings, welcome to today’s Breakfast Bites — Catch up on the best articles and tools that can help to increase profits, navigate the ever-changing tech world, and elevate your success! Best Before: Your Day Gets Hectic 😉

Hungry? Here’s what’s on the Menu today:

  • Tech Talent Hunt 🎯: Revamping Recruitment for Audio/Video Businesses

  • Unlock Continuous Improvement 🌟: The Role of Documentation in Enhancing Your AV Business

  • 💪 Flexibility at Its Finest: How Being Accommodating with Interior Designers Creates Success!

Attracting Top Talent to Your A/V Business

Is there anything harder than finding the right talent to bring into your company? For whatever reason finding A/V techs seems to be more difficult than other roles. Whether it’s locating skilled technicians or finding the right person to train from the ground up, it can be extremely challenging.

Here’s a few tips to help find and attract the right people:

  1. Step Up Your Digital Branding Your online brand acts as a magnet for new talent. Leveraging platforms like Instagram and TikTok can be particularly effective, given the platform's popularity among younger individuals. For your company, be sure to showcase your past installations and the unique / high-end gear you’ve used can really set your brand apart for those looking for a new opportunity.

  2. Spotlight Career Opportunities Adding a dedicated careers page to your website can significantly enhance your visibility to potential hires. Offer insights into the company, the working environment, and testimonials from satisfied employees.

  3. Show the Perks You Offer One instructor at CEDIA mentioned providing snacks or lunch for employees. A picture of that on your hiring page would go a long way!

  4. Highlight Growth Opportunities A/V pros often seek more than just a paycheck. Emphasize opportunities for growth & development whether through in-house training, workshops, or certifications. Be sure to help them see their individual growth path. If they were brought in to pre-wire, what are the steps to take to become an installation or service tech? If they are already a tech, show them the path to become a lead tech, or a project manager.

For more hiring tips, check out the full article here (it’s not technically for our industry, but the tips are universal). Enjoy!

The Power of Documentation for Integrators

Do you feel like you're constantly juggling tasks and struggling to keep up with the demands of your audio video installation business? If so, you're not alone. Many businesses in the industry face similar challenges, which is why embracing the power of documentation can be a game-changer for your productivity.

Effective documentation can take your business to the next level by improving efficiency, streamlining processes, and ultimately increasing your bottom line.

Here are a few compelling reasons to make sure you’re:

  1. Problem Solving: Documentation provides a valuable resource for problem-solving. When issues arise, team members can refer to the documentation to find solutions, minimizing downtime and improving productivity.

  2. Continuous Improvement: By documenting processes, you create a foundation for continuous improvement. As you identify areas that can be optimized, you can update and refine your documentation accordingly, leading to ongoing efficiency gains.

  3. Future Growth: When your systems and processes are well-documented, your business is more attractive to potential investors, partners, and buyers. It demonstrates that your company is organized, efficient, and capable of handling growth.

If you found these tips helpful, there are 8 more waiting for you in the full article.

In our AI Guide for Integrators PDF, we mentioned a tool called Tango.us (they have a free forever plan) which can assist in documenting software & web-based processes.

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Designer Integration: A Profitable Partnership

Design professionals crave tech in their projects but are often daunted by the technology itself and jargon. At the NKBA Design + Tech Summit, a clear trend emerged: 58% of designers said clients want home tech packages. Moreover, 71% of consumers seek personalized tech.

The opportunity? Many designers are unaware of home automation's benefits. You as the Integrator can bridge this gap by simplifying the approach and speaking the designers' language. Partnering with your local designers can ensure that you’re not leaving that money on the table.

The bottom line: Engage early and effectively with designers. This not only enhances the home experience but also can open a lucrative revenue stream.

More to Snack On…

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