Mike Weil is the vice president of communications and publication for the National Comfort Institute, a performance-based training, certification, and membership organization focused on helping contractors grow and become more profitable. For more information, call 800-633-7058 or email mikew@ncihvac.com.

Connecting HVACR with Digital Coupons

Mike Weil

January 22, 2018

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I may be coming at this late in the game, but a recent article I read online opened my eyes to the whole digital coupon phenomenon. This is the use of the internet to offer deep discounted coupons and vouchers for products and services to a ton of potential customers.

12 Tips on Proper Phone Etiquette

From start to finish, every phone call is impacting your business

Mike Weil

December 25, 2017

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Have you noticed the number of telephone calls you, as a consumer, receive that are either solicitations or political in nature? Is through the roof an appropriate description?

Winter is Coming

Is your team prepared and protected from the frigid winter elements?

Mike Weil

October 16, 2017

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Why on earth am I writing about winter in October? Trust me, I have no desire to see the white stuff go flying by, hear the whistling wails of winter storm winds, or see the ever-present gray skies. But, as they say in my favorite television series, “Game of Thrones (GOT),” “Winter is coming.” And the HVAC Industry needs to get ready.

Six Lessons Re-learned in a Foreign Land

Traveling can teach you a lot about your HVAC business

Mike Weil

July 17, 2017

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Traveling, at least to me, offers a lot of lessons about human nature, life, and yes, the HVAC industry. It can be a microcosm of entrepreneurship and business acumen. What? That’s crazy, right? But not really.

Why You Should Attend Webinars

Online seminars offer attendees a competitive advantage

Mike Weil

April 3, 2017

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Sure, it’s great to attend live events put on by trade associations, manufacturers, and even trade publications, like this one, but no one can afford the time or money to attend them all. And, that is where the webinar becomes your friend.

Donald Trump and the HVAC Universe

In the HVAC universe, part of that work involves how the changes a Trump presidency will impact contractors, distributors, and manufacturers.

Mike Weil

January 30, 2017

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In the HVAC universe, part of that work involves how the changes a Trump presidency will impact contractors, distributors, and manufacturers.

The World According to Weil: Consumer Financing is an HVAC Salesman’s Best Friend

Mike Weil

October 17, 2016

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While many HVAC business owners recognize the money obstacle in the sales process, they often don’t fully understand how a consumer credit program can help them increase sales.

The World According to Weil: Membership Matters — Why Trade Organizations Rock

Contractors can learn a lot from their peers and industry experts

Mike Weil

August 1, 2016

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Every industry has professional associations and organizations, and the HVAC industry has its fair share. Whether it’s NCI, ACCA, Sheet Metal and Air Conditioning Contractors’ National Association (SMACNA), or any of the many others, if you want to take your professional life to the next level, joining a professional organization related to your field is a great way to start.

The World According to Weil: Conquering this Thing Called Life

What are you doing to attract new talent into the HVAC industry ranks?

Mike Weil

May 30, 2016

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Let’s face it — the HVACR industry simply isn’t portrayed as the vital and necessary component of modern living it should be. It’s not portrayed as being sexy or fun, but the truth is the HVACR industry truly is vital to our way of life.

The World According to Weil: Trending Now — the Internet of Things

The IoT is changing the traditional HVAC contractor’s business model

Mike Weil

March 14, 2016

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Performance-based contracting is also changing the business model for the HVAC industry. Combined, they can be an unstoppable force. Don’t you want to be part of that?

On Demand Refrigerant Safety Classes A2L and A3 have a very low GWP, making them a strong, long-term solution for many HVACR applications. However, these refrigerants are classified as mildly flammable and highly flammable respectively. This flammability class raises safety and compliance concerns. This webinar will help you understand these classes, along with the opportunities these refrigerants can offer.

As the HVAC market continues to expand and Variable Refrigerant Flow (VRF) technologies continue to evolve, the demand for contractors with VRF expertise will only grow. This presentation provides thorough insight into the requirements, advantages and opportunities associated with specifying VRF systems and addresses the common misconceptions contractors may encounter in the field.

ACHRNEWS

2019 September 9

In this issue of The NEWS, we present the Residential Heating Showcase, featuring the latest heating equipment to hit residential HVAC. We also discuss developments in the tools and test instruments market.

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