Google My Business is the modern Yellow Pages. In years past, when someone needed a product or service, they’d flip through the local phone book. Today, the first place people go is… drumroll, please… Google! Yes, people use other search…
How to Hire Quality Talent for Your Countertop Company
Featuring Geoffrey Gran, Owner of The Countertop Factory Midwest Geoffrey Gran and his business partner Bill Heuer started TCF in 2005. They now have 162 employees and are the largest fabricator in Illinois. Their goal from the beginning was to…
From Showroom to Shop with Precision Countertops
Steve Mast, Director of Sales at Precision Countertops in Portland, Oregon, was kind enough to walk us through his entire facility, from the showroom to the shop. We even get a sneak peek at the breakroom, which features a convenience…
We Talked to 3 Countertop Shops During the COVID-19 Crisis
It’s a trying time right now for businesses deemed non-essential in certain areas. Some countertop shops seem to be doing just fine, while some shops across the globe are closing their doors until further notice. We know the fear of…
How to Build Company Culture In Your Fab Shop During COVID-19
Geoffrey Gran and his business partner Bill Heuer started The Countertop Factory Midwest in 2005. They had no prior countertop fabrication experience – instead, they came into this business with a background in sales and marketing. A lot of people…
This Is What My First 30 Days Using CounterGo Was Like
From chatting with CounterGo users, we know life instantly changes when they implement our quoting software at their shop. Still, it’s so nice to capture those conversations and share the nitty-gritty details. We were honored to speak with Kristian Tharaldson,…