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Today we share the Veterans Day video that Business Rewritten's Owner, Julie Wanzer, created for HPM Contracting. Hearing the stories of our veterans and being able to share them in video format, along with the impacts these veterans have made on the construction industry is such a great way to commemorate Veterans Day. Thank you to all that have served and continue to serve our U.S. military. Happy Veterans Day from Business Rewritten! #VeteransDay #Veterans

It's that time of year again - for the Infrastructure Construction Excellence Awards (ICE Awards) hosted by the Colorado Contractors Association. Award submittals are due: January 17, 2025 Business Rewritten will be accepting award submittal requests for only ONE project per category. Learn more about the ICE Award requirements https://ow.ly/JqOz50U4y3b Learn more about our award submittal process https://ow.ly/qglb50U4y36 #AwardsSeason #Infrastructure #InfrastructureMatters

See you all in New Orleans in a few weeks, as the owner of Business Rewritten, Julie Wanzer, LEED AP, presents at the National American Council of Engineering Companies (ACEC) 2024 Fall Conference. Register for the conference https://ow.ly/Q1Zo50TFbKQ About Julie’s Session Wednesday, October 23, 2024 9:45 am – 10:45 am Education Session — Seller-Doer Business Development Best Practices & Strategies for A/E/C Professionals Julie Wanzer, Business Rewritten, Inc. Create value for your clients, where trust becomes your currency to win more work through strategic A/E/C business development best practices. This presentation includes strategies for seller-doer time management, client development, networking with a purpose and how to create ongoing relationships in the A/E/C industry. Learn more about what to do before, during, and after business development events like large client meetings, professional happy hours, industry-association events, and conferences. View previous presentations https://ow.ly/f3ht50TFbKT #TrustedResource #BusinessDevelopment #BusinessRewritten #ProfessionalSpeaker

Thanks again to the @coloradocontractorsassociation for hosting me at last week’s Construction Workforce of Colorado’s Annual Fundraiser at Mile High Station, which was rebranded this year as 1st Annual Cornhole Classic. @bizrewritten has been a long-time supporter of construction workforce development, dating back to the 2016 Workforce Act that set the foundation for Julie M. Wanzer, LEED AP’s work on Construction Careers Now and later on the Colorado Construction Academy for CCA. #Congratulations to all of the scholarship recipients. We look forward to seeing all of you on the jobsites for heavy civil infrastructure projects in the future with CCA members. #NextGeneration #ConstructionWorkforce #ConstructionTraining #GiveBack

Posted @withregram • @acec.colorado Thank you to all of our @acec.colorado Board Members and Committee Chairs who attended today’s “ACEC Colorado Leadership & Advocacy Orientation” held in our office meeting room, sponsored by @initialitnet In addition to an in-depth presentation from our Executive Director, Heidi Gordon, CAE, we also heard from Howes Wolf LLC about advocacy & legislative processes at the Colorado Capitol, as well as from @bizrewritten about external marketing and communication support for ACEC Colorado and its members. #Leadership #Advocacy #Marketing #Communication #businessofengineering

#FlashbackFriday to @acec.colorado ‘s Engineering and Public Works Roadshow stop in Colorado. @bizrewritten wrote and organized the scripts for Gray Clark, PE from @mullerengineeringcompany for the press conference that also featured U.S. Rep. Brittany Pettersen (CO-07). Julie Wanzer, LEED AP, owner of Business Rewritten was also on-site for live social media coverage of the event that included a special tour with the young women from Transportation & Construction GIRL, hosted by Jefferson County Open Space. Thank you to Heidi Gordon, CAE, Executive Director of ACEC Colorado, for allowing Business Rewritten to be part of this national roadshow here in Colorado https://ow.ly/BwRV50Tm2Nj Watch the video about the Clear Creek Canyon Gateway project that Business Rewritten created for ACEC Colorado’s Engineering Excellence Awards https://ow.ly/h1jV50Tm2Nc #FBF #SocialMedia #PressConference #EngineeringExcellence

#Congratulations to all of the ENR Regional Best Projects 2024 winners! https://ow.ly/sKg150TlZOs Gaining recognition for your company’s projects and its people who worked on those projects can become part of your recruitment and retainment strategy and also serve as a catalyst to win more work. Learn more about the power of storytelling with awards by watching “The Power of Storytelling in the A/E/C Industry: Keep it Simple to Win More Work” - a presentation given by Business Rewritten’s owner, Julie Wanzer, LEED AP https://ow.ly/6T1Y50TlZOy Special thanks to PCL Construction who allowed Business Rewritten to help tell the story of two ENR award-winning projects: 1. Best Project in Landscape/Urban Development for the W. Kentucky Ave. & S. Irving St. Pocket Park and Intersection Improvements project 2. Award of Merit for Interior/Tenant for the Meow Wolf Denver Lounge TI project Learn more about Business Rewritten’s award-winning strategy for design and construction awards https://ow.ly/fL5g50TlZOw #AwardsSeason #Construction #WinMoreWork

Fall is the best season #ChangeMyMind Despite the rising temperatures and forest fires still raging in September, this time of year has always felt like a time of peace and renewal for me. September is near and dear to me because it kicks off with my birthday, and it used to signal the start of a new school year (which I always looked forward to); but now holds an even deeper meaning for me as the anniversary of my company, Business Rewritten, Inc. And, as of Sept. 2023, marks the one-year anniversary of becoming a published author and launching a new subsidiary called Get Them To Care with a focus on B2B brand building and business development training. Thank you to Colorado Business Roundtable (COBRT) for hosting a full day of events in Fort Collins for Ag Day, CSU Rams vs. UNC Bears. And thank you to Jack Tate, ED of Associated Builders and Contractors Rocky Mountain, for inviting me as your guest to take part in this business development networking event. I haven’t been on a college campus for game day in a very long time, and there is something to be said about the energy, excitement and camaraderie at college football games. My heart will always be #RollTide but I can certainly appreciate the sentiments and memories created on and off the field for college game day. #Networking #BusinessRewritten #Construction #aecindustry

#Golf #GolfTourney #GolfTournament #BusinessDevelopment Thank you @acec.colorado.foundation for hosting us today at Arrowhead Golf Club ⛳️

When I saw this article entitled “How to Overcome Impatience” https://ow.ly/TznR50SUgYe , my first thought was “I need to favorite this article and keep it on my desktop.” Patience has never been my strong suit, and I typically mask it with a “focus on efficiency”, but we could all use a reminder about what triggers our impatience and how to harness it in a professional setting. “While there are more technologies to save time, most of us experience time slipping away. We’re drowning in a sea of choice; the skills we learned a year ago lose relevance just as quickly. Email inboxes keep us busy for hours, and social media is a time-wasting distraction. The environment we live and work in contributes to the speed of the internal metronome. In the end, circumstances and people can trigger impatience or trigger a reminder that overcoming impatience is a choice and a practice.” #Patience #Leadership #BusinessRewritten #Communication

“What Does Your Writing Style Say About You?” https://ow.ly/m43l50SUgru “We use language all the time. And language, in some sense, is a fingerprint. It reveals or reflects things about the people who produce it. You can predict how extraverted someone is, for example, based on the words they use. But beyond the individual words people use, might the pattern of ideas they put out there, the way they organize their ideas, reveal something interesting about them and their likelihood of future success?” #Author #Writer #BusinessRewritten #Successful

The latest edition of Business Rewritten, Inc.’s newsletter, called “Increase Your Market Value Digest” (IYMV Digest) was released yesterday with a simple prompt - “What would you tell your 11-year old self?” Subscribe here http://eepurl.com/itsR3k When facing pivotal moments in our lives where change is inevitable, I often find myself reflecting back on past versions of myself, to help me rediscover who I was and who I have the freedom to be now. This issue also includes: - Resource Partner Helene Jewett and her company, Strategic Development Services https://lnkd.in/gV3z2Z6 - Streaming and book recommendations - Upcoming conferences for the fall including American Council of Engineering Companies (ACEC) National Fall Conference, coming up Oct. 20 - 23, 2024 in New Orleans, where Julie M. Wanzer, LEED AP will be presenting about business development best practices Subscribe to this quarterly newsletter http://eepurl.com/itsR3k #BusinessRewritten #EmailNewsletter #AECindustry

“Some days, the supply of available curse words is insufficient to meet my demands.” ~Darynda Jones And so it goes…resilience, grief, joy…all of the feelings all at once https://ow.ly/typM50SIfC2 In business, we often forget that we are NOT a cog in the wheel, but a human being with a range of emotions. You never know what is affecting your colleague's or your client's current state of mind, so lead with kindness and empathy, while helping those around you build resilience. "Be optimistic. Appreciate the good moments. With time, you will be able to find benefit in the bad as well. Looking back will be like sifting through a junk drawer and finding a treasure trove of weird but wonderful trinkets. A bittersweet inventory of moments that now feel as precious as a misshapen clay mug given by a child. Welcome to the tragicomedy of life. The tears are real but never forget — so are the laughs.” #Resilience #MindOverMatter #Leadership

The season of summer is in full swing, and should be filled with opportunities to sit around campfires, poolside or just on the back porch patio sharing stories with friends, family and even colleagues. Storytelling is one of the oldest forms of communication, and yet, still a medium that we all struggle with https://ow.ly/7WRu50SIcOe “Find something in the story that you can get personal about. Don’t tell stories that don’t match your own interests. If you’re not engaged, it’s unlikely that you will engage your audience. Telling a good story is a performance, and it helps if you can tie it to something that truly resonates with you. Otherwise, the audience will most likely sense your lack of personal connection. Find the emotional connection that works for you.” Watch Business Rewritten’s owner, Julie Wanzer, discuss the power of storytelling in the A/E/C industry https://ow.ly/C16o50SIcOf #Storytelling #Communication

“Failure is not the finale. Failure is the fulcrum - to learn, grow & innovate" ~Laura Gassner Otting https://ow.ly/RIOV50SHpCx “The burden of our potential - It’s wonderful, and it’s hell. It’s “Wonderhell.” It’s wonderful because we see what more we can become. But it’s hell because we know that the road to get there is most certainly lined with possibilities for failure.” #NeverGiveUp #FailureIsNotTheFinale #Wonderhell

🎉🇺🇸 Happy Fourth of July Weekend! 🇺🇸🎉 From all of us at Business Rewritten, we wish you a fantastic and safe holiday weekend filled with joy, celebration, and great memories. Let's take a moment to appreciate the hard work and dedication that drives our architecture, engineering, and construction industry forward. Here's to building a brighter future together! 🏗️✨ #IndependenceDay #FourthOfJuly #AECIndustry #BuildingTheFuture #BusinessRewritten

LEEDS BUSINESS CONFIDENCE INDEX - Q3 2024 From interest rates to election uncertainty, the business outlook for Colorado isn’t all terrible looking into Q3 2024 https://ow.ly/azrs50St7TT Historical data can be found here https://ow.ly/leyr50St7TS #BeInTheKnow #BusinessOutlook #BusinessRewritten #ColoradoBusiness

The APWA Colorado Awards deadline is coming up soon, August 2, 2024 https://ow.ly/TX8t50REAmz Reserve your spot today with Business Rewritten's award-winning process https://ow.ly/zHnE50REAmC by emailing julie@increasingmarketvalue.com The Colorado Chapter of the American Public Works Association has opened its award portal to gather submissions for the 39th year of honoring public works projects. Awards will be presented for Colorado projects in each category below: - Administration - Structures - Transportation - Parks & Trails - Environment - Operations/Maintenance - Disaster or Emergency Construction, Repair or Response - Sustainability - Public Outreach

#idkwntht But, when that awful #impostersyndrome rears its ugly head 👹and you feel under-qualified for whatever reason, take heart in knowing these 10 actions do not require a PhD nor a GED. Consider what it would take to be: 1. Kind to yourself. 2. Respectful of others. 3. Open to learn more about what you don’t know. #SpreadJoy #BeKind #RespectBoundaries

Today, we celebrate Juneteenth, commemorating the emancipation of enslaved African Americans in 1865. This day marks the end of a dark chapter in our history and the beginning of a journey towards equality and justice. I believe in the power of reflection and education. By examining our history, we acknowledge the struggles and triumphs that have shaped our society. It's a reminder that progress comes from understanding our past and committing to a future where freedom and equality are a reality for all. Let's honor this day by learning, growing, and working together to ensure that history does not repeat itself. #Juneteenth #HistoryMatters #EqualityForAll #ReflectAndAct #NeverForget

“PR professionals abandon X for LinkedIn” https://ow.ly/Z5K850SgcPG Definitely not surprised, at all, but I did find their reasoning for the switch intriguing. “What they're saying: "Our research found that communicators are using social listening tools and prioritizing platforms like LinkedIn and Instagram to build comprehensive PR strategies," said Gregory Galant, cofounder and CEO of Muck Rack.” #TrustedResources #LinkedIn #SocialListening #SocialMediaMatters

Consider signing this petition for a great cause! Sign the petition https://ow.ly/SWsJ50S8VKR to support Transportation & Construction GIRL’s opportunity for a specialty license plate. If approved, this would support and promote careers in construction and transportation for young women. Please complete the online petition and help TCG get 3,000 commitments for these specialty license plates in 2025. The HOYA Foundation started TCG to encourage more young women to pursue careers in transportation and construction. Why? Because only 11% of the construction work force is women. That fact carries economic implications and substantial opportunities. TCG is committed to helping young women learn about financially sustainable careers in transportation & construction. TCG was created to draw attention to women in the transportation and construction industry and prompt others to join. TCG’s goal is for women to push past the stereotypes and pursue a career in transportation and construction! If approved by the legislature in 2025, the specialty license plates should be produced and available for purchase by 2026. The specialty license plate will remain in production as long as more than 3,000 plates are in circulation. If the circulation drops below 3,000 license plates, the state DMV can retire the license plate. #Transportation #WomenInConstruction

Remember when "content creator" and "influencer" were only for celebrities and mega-brands? Businesses need to catch up. “This embrace of virtual brand-building is already starting to happen but will accelerate in coming years, as doctors, CEOs and other established professions, including venture capitalists, realize the importance of cultivating online profiles." Jin adds, “Everyone will have to build influence online, because we're living more of our lives online … All of us will have to adopt some of the skill sets and behaviors of creators in order to be successful.” https://ow.ly/QQbO50S8yXm “When it comes to the content brands post on social media, 63% are interested in authentic and relatable content. Among them, 52% of consumers enjoy content like images/photos/infographics, and 49% prefer short-form video content” #ContentCreator #PersonalBranding #CompanyBranding #OnlineBranding

I know the word “storytelling” is becoming one of those cringy, overused words, but call it whatever you want, human beings crave stories. I liked the “Do’s and Don’ts” section and importance of interactive stories, along with a few other branding tips in HubSpot’s article https://ow.ly/bX2u50S6iZb Check out Business Rewritten’s latest speaking engagement called “The Power of Storytelling in the A/E/C Industry: Keep It Simple to Win More Work” https://ow.ly/45cw50S6iZ9 Hire Julie to speak https://ow.ly/8nSE50S6iZa

Love it or hate it, the algorithm works. “Businesses that dismiss TikTok as merely a platform for teenagers looking to create and consume cat and dance videos do so at their own peril. https://ow.ly/ox9050S0eWb “A ban, Ghosh says, would ultimately put the US behind when it comes to developing comparable technology, and finding the right regulatory frameworks for using the power of these technologies to strengthen rather than weaken our society and values. The urge to ban the technology comes from a misunderstanding of why TikTok is effective and how the technology that underlies its power is likely to be deployed, Ghosh suggests. “Banning something is such a blunt instrument,” Ghosh says. “This is really knowledge that you are now going to not allow US companies to learn from. It would be like China banning the best chips just because they’re made in the US. For a short time, you get some benefit. But over time, you also haven't learned how to compete or regulate the technology.” #Engagement #Personalization #Branding #TikTok

“5 Psychological Tactics to Write Better Emails” as seen in HubSpot https://ow.ly/6sCQ50RT0YH “Loss aversion, social proof, consistency, scarcity and curiosity—all these nudges have helped me improve my emails. And I [bet] they’ll work for you. It’s not guaranteed of course. Many might fail. But running some simple a/b tests for your emails is cost free, so why not try it out?” As Business Rewritten ventures into the world of email marketing with our “IYMV Digest” that launched in April 2024 and will be published quarterly throughout the year, there’s always more to learn about writing tactics and how by simply changing just ONE word or the order in which those words are read by the email recipient can alter one’s behavior. Subscribe to IYMV Digest via Business Rewritten https://ow.ly/BMNK50RT0YE #EmailMarketing #BusinessRewritten #IncreaseYourMarketValue

#SaveTheDate 🗓️ for this upcoming APWA Colorado Awards Program Deadline: August 2, 2024 https://ow.ly/541b50REycm Reserve your spot today with Business Rewritten's award-winning process https://ow.ly/ahmQ50REycn by emailing julie@increasingmarketvalue.com The Colorado Chapter of the American Public Works Association has opened its award portal to gather submissions for the 39th year of honoring public works projects. Awards will be presented for Colorado projects in each category below: - Administration - Structures - Transportation - Parks & Trails - Environment - Operations/Maintenance - Disaster or Emergency Construction, Repair or Response - Sustainability - Public Outreach

“Cybersecurity threats, cost overruns, high interest rates, labor shortages and an economic downturn dominate the concerns of the construction industry,” https://ow.ly/P02u50S6iM3 “There are a multitude of risks confronting the commercial construction industry, with new challenges emerging,” said Powers. “Mitigating the potential impact of these risks requires an ongoing commitment and proactive measures to ensure a more efficient, safer and resilient future.” #CommercialRealEstate #CREIndustry #Design #Construction #AECIndustry

When I was a senior in high school (many, many years ago), the latest trend was to create a “Senior Ad” that allowed our parents to create a word jumble with our names so it read something like: J oyful U nique L ... I ... E ... I honestly can’t remember the other words my mom wrote to describe me, but joyful was always top of mind for me, from finding ways to bring others joy and to maintain an overall sense of joy personally and professionally in my life. When I read this article “Joy Triggers: How to Find Happiness on Demand” as seen in Ness Labs https://ow.ly/MS6f50RYqNq it reminded me of the importance of taking the time to find simple joys in our everyday life, regardless of the challenges and setbacks we may be facing at the time. Arianna Huffington said it best and is quoted in the article here: “It’s not enough to be productive. It’s not enough to be successful. I need my joy triggers. Joy triggers are not rational. Bring them into your daily life, because I really believe that it’s all a part of how we can bring balance into our life—getting joy from simple but beautiful things.” Arianna Huffington, Founder & CEO, Thrive Global. #SpreadJoy #FindJoy #JoyTriggers

Looking for some insider tips to write your upcoming ACEC Colorado Engineering Excellence Award (EEA) submittal? There’s still time to register for ACEC Colorado’s EEA Workshop, coming up Thursday, June 6, 9 - 10:30 a.m. that features the owner of Business Rewritten, Julie Wanzer, as she presents “Telling Your Project’s Story” https://ow.ly/PlQL50RYsqU This is a complimentary workshop for employees of ACEC Colorado-member firms, but you must register. In addition, attendees will receive $100 off each project entry fee with Priority Code provided after the event! Learn more about Business Rewritten’s award submittal process https://ow.ly/ZJQu50RYsr0 #AwardsSeason #Storytelling #AwardSubmittals #BusinessRewritten

#IDKWNTHT 💯Just keep going… #Discipline #wordoftheyear Thank you @steven for sharing

Want to maximize your personal LinkedIn profile? Start with these 40 tips as curated by HubSpot https://ow.ly/y6fG50RSPkk Then take an even deeper dive with Julie Wanzer, LEED AP's book, Get Them To Care: How to Leverage LinkedIn to Build Your Online Presence and Become a Trusted Brand. https://ow.ly/w2Ol50RSPkm for tips on both your personal and company branding on LinkedIn. “There’s a reason why 89% of social media marketers are continuing (50%) or increasing (39%) their investment in LinkedIn marketing efforts: LinkedIn works. https://ow.ly/kIfU50RSPkl As a creator, you need to find out how you can work with the algorithm and maintain your authenticity on the platform in a way that drives your LinkedIn objectives.” #PersonalBranding #GetThemToCare #BusinessRewritten

Did you miss out on submitting your A/E/C marketing projects back in February or perhaps chose not to participate until your project was completed? Zweig Group offers you another chance this year to be recognized for your marketing team’s hard work with their Zweig Group Marketing Excellence Awards https://ow.ly/OcgJ50REzWC Regular deadline: June 7, 2024 Business Rewritten's award-winning submittal process allows your team to shine https://ow.ly/HRCr50REzWv Email julie@increaingmarketvalue.com to reserve your spot today #AwardsSeason #AECIndustry #AwardSubmittals #BusinessRewritten

“The Shiny Toy Syndrome: When We Chase Novelty at Work” by Anne-Laure Le Cunff from Ness Labs “The idea is not to limit your curiosity – just to channel it in a way that’s most supportive of your creativity. If trying new tools gives you lots of joy, you can turn that curiosity into an actual project to share your experience with others (this is why we started the Tools for Thought interview series at Ness Labs). You can always also have one long-term project and several smaller side projects which you’re free to abandon whenever they don’t feel fun anymore. The key here is intentionality. Whenever you want to try a new tool or start to a new project, question your motivations, explore second-order consequences, and make sure to reflect on the impact so you can keep on learning and growing.” #NeverStopLearning #NeverStopGrowing #Focus #Discipline #Curiosity

Episode 08 - Julie Wanzer Episode Title: Balancing Gender and Digital Evolution in Family-Run Construction Businesses Episode Description: Join me, Dr. Donna, your dedicated family business psychologist, as I welcome Julie Wanzer to our conversation. Julie, an expert in marketing communications for family-run businesses in the construction industry, shares her invaluable insights on women's evolving roles and the importance of digital marketing in these traditionally male-dominated sectors. Listen in as Julie recounts her personal journey of establishing credibility on construction sites and discusses the ways in which family businesses can harness platforms like LinkedIn to strengthen their online presence and become trusted brands. In this episode, we explore the intricate world of family business dynamics with a focus on growth, succession planning, and conflict resolution. We navigate through the complex relationships inherent in family-run enterprises and consider strategies for personal branding and fostering a culture of change. With Julie's seasoned perspective, we also discuss the impact of non-family employees, the nuances of birth order, and the role of external consultants in smoothing generational transitions. Tune in for a thought-provoking discussion on maintaining trust and safety within the unique ecosystem of a family business. Building upon our rich discussion, we examine how personal relationships within family businesses can shape the management and operational strategies of engineering and construction firms. We reflect on the critical balance between maintaining legacy and embracing innovation as new generations step into leadership roles. Moreover, we address the challenges and opportunities presented by digital marketing and in-person relationship-building across different generations. Get ready for an engaging episode that invites you to consider the harmonious integration of tradition with modernity in the context of family-run businesses. Listen on Dr. Donna's website: https://ow.ly/FKXG50RIzQI Listen on Apple: https://ow.ly/6Wgl50RIzQE Listen on Spotify: https://ow.ly/Bqgz50RIzQF

“In short, most of us avoid conversations that could actually save time, increase productivity and build trust.” Sound familiar? https://ow.ly/UyxN50RzWz8 “The reality is that people can’t change if you don’t tell them what bothers you. Stop wasting time worrying about who’s right and who’s wrong. The two questions are: do I feel emotionally safe, and am I willing to ask for what I want?” The breakthrough happens when you identify the stage of conflict you’re in and address the issue as soon as possible. Ask for what you want. Set appropriate boundaries. Stop pretending lousy behavior is OK with you.” #CourageousConflict #AskForWhatYouWant #ManageConflict

As a business owner in Colorado, coming up on almost 10 years now, I regret not getting involved in the legislative process earlier in my entrepreneurial journey. Ed Sealover from The Sum & Substance, opened the door to better understanding of the legislative bills and how they affect me as a business owner. He provides a 2024 Legislative Recap below, focusing on the business issues that we will most likely see again on the ballot in November https://ow.ly/cHPV50RELyc #Advocacy #Legislation #BusinessOwner

Last Call for Excellence! 🏆 Don't miss out on your final opportunity to secure Business Rewritten to craft your company's award entry for the prestigious Design-Build Institute of America's national awards program! 🏆 https://ow.ly/BO0350REyZY With the May 31st deadline swiftly approaching, this is your last chance to elevate your submission and stand out among the industry's finest. Business Rewritten specializes in showcasing your projects with eloquence, precision, and the winning edge they deserve. 🚀 Let us transform your accomplishments into a compelling narrative that captivates the judges and secures your spot in the spotlight https://ow.ly/7SLa50REz01 Contact us https://ow.ly/IbVE50REz04 today to reserve your slot and ensure your entry shines brightly amongst the best in the nation! 📝 #DBIAwards #BusinessRewritten #LastChance #ExcellenceDeadline

So this one surprised me https://ow.ly/2ciq50RzVRT For the past year, with notably high bank prime loan rates (but not as high as in the 1980’s), several of my clients have all shared how development deals are being put on hold or abandoned all together. My follow up question is usually, “Well, what happens when interest rates fall again and all of these deals are green-lighted?” Either way, I always like to find the opportunity amidst the seemingly insurmountable challenges in the design and construction industry. So, it’s good to hear that at least mixed-use development is still providing projects that can actually be designed and built in the near future. The below pull-quote illustrates an even greater need to partner with local design firms who can be creative with material-selections and be more flexible to accommodate schedule overruns. “The age-old adage ‘time is money’ resonates more profoundly in today’s economy than ever before,” he says. “With interest rates soaring to a 23-year high, developers find themselves navigating increasingly stringent schedules. The slightest delay can tip the project into financial uncertainty.” El Kaoussi’s best advice in this situation is to engage with a local consulting expert early on. This is more important than ever, he notes, as many development team members wear multiple hats. “There is a noticeable strain on development teams, so collaborate alongside your full design team,” he says. “Draw from their diverse experiences across markets, garner unique perspectives and foresight and unearth creative solutions. Allow them to help you seek avenues for cost reduction, reevaluate timelines and reimagine possibilities.”

I’m excited to unveil the new features on my @bizrewritten website! 🚀 Business Rewritten has been hard at work, and I’m delighted to share that my site now showcases the full range of services to help businesses increase their market value. 🏆 **Award Submittals:** Want to stand out and be recognized for your achievements? Let me handle your award submissions, so you can focus on what you do best - running your business! 📚 **Corporate Trainings:** Elevate your team’s skills and performance with our tailor-made corporate training programs. From social media 101 to business development to communication workshops, I’ve got you covered! 🎤 **Professional Speaking:** Looking for an engaging and knowledgeable speaker for your next event or conference? Look no further! Julie is ready to inspire and educate your audience on a variety of business topics. 📹 **Video Storytelling:** In today’s digital age, compelling storytelling is key to capturing attention. Let me help you craft visually stunning and emotionally resonant videos that tell your brand’s story and connect with your audience. But wait, there’s more! 🌟 I’m happy to introduce my brand new newsletter: Increase Your Market Value (IYMV) Digest! 📰 Stay ahead of the curve with exclusive insights, industry trends, and actionable tips delivered straight to your inbox. Subscribe https://businessrewritten.us21.list-manage.com/subscribe?u=8066f152522267c5af0075035&id=ed4d82b412 Ready to elevate your business? Head over to businessrewritten.com to explore my full range of services and subscribe to the IYMV Digest today! 💼✨ #BusinessRewritten #ElevateYourBrand #NewServices #IYMVDigest

Business Rewritten was honored to interview and create these DEI Firm Finalist Videos for ACEC Colorado's Scholarship and Education Foundation. These videos were shared during the ACEC Colorado Foundation Scholarship & Leadership Reception that took place on Day 2 of ACEC Colorado’s Annual Conference. Hear from the vice president of strategic communications at Calibre Engineering as she shares how important Diversity, Equity and Inclusion practices are at her firm. Calibre Engineering was awarded the 2024 DEI Firm of the Year. Watch via Business Rewritten’s YouTube Channel here https://ow.ly/4jC550RviNB Videography: Business Rewritten, Inc. Learn more about our Video Storytelling services https://ow.ly/JXVV50RviNy

Business Rewritten was honored to interview and create these DEI Firm Finalist Videos for ACEC Colorado's Scholarship and Education Foundation. These videos were shared during the ACEC Colorado Foundation Scholarship & Leadership Reception that took place on Day 2 of ACEC Colorado’s Annual Conference. Hear from the director of marketing at JVA and how he is incorporating Diversity, Equity and Inclusion practices at his firm. Watch via Business Rewritten’s YouTube Channel here https://ow.ly/BE6750RviII Videography: Business Rewritten, Inc. Learn more about our Video Storytelling services https://ow.ly/FPJB50RviIN

Business Rewritten was honored to interview and create these DEI Firm Finalist Videos for ACEC Colorado's Scholarship and Education Foundation. These videos were shared during the ACEC Colorado Foundation Scholarship & Leadership Reception that took place on Day 2 of ACEC Colorado’s Annual Conference. Hear from a professional engineer at Martin/Martin and how she is implementing Diversity, Equity and Inclusion practices at her firm in Denver. Watch via Business Rewritten’s YouTube Channel here https://ow.ly/ZyzB50RviHn Videography: Business Rewritten, Inc. Learn more about our Video Storytelling services https://ow.ly/cCBb50RviHl

Business Rewritten was honored to interview and create these DEI Firm Finalist Videos for ACEC Colorado's Scholarship and Education Foundation. These videos were shared during the ACEC Colorado Foundation Scholarship & Leadership Reception that took place on Day 2 of ACEC Colorado’s Annual Conference. Hear from two employees at Yeh & Associates and how they are putting Diversity, Equity and Inclusion practices to work out at the Denver International Airport. Watch via Business Rewritten’s YouTube Channel here https://ow.ly/8NPY50RvbHO Videography: Business Rewritten, Inc.

What does your firm's award-submittal process look like? When was the last time your firm won an ENR Regional Best Project? Allow Business Rewritten to present our strategic and award-winning process https://ow.ly/QP7J50RgLsH And feel free to check out our latest winning track record for design and construction awards. Important Dates🗓️ to Remember 🏆 Early Bird deadline: May 6, 2024 Regular deadline: June 10, 2024 Final deadline: June 21, 2024 (Late Fee Applies) Email julie@increaingmarketvalue.com to reserve your spot today. Julie is only writing 1 award per category. See below for the full listing. ENR Regional Best Projects Categories: 1. Airport/Transit (ports, rail, terminals, runways) 2. Cultural/Worship (theaters, museums, libraries, churches) 3. Energy/Industrial (power plants, refineries, renewables) 4. Government/Public Building (courthouses, bases, law enforcement) 5. Health Care 6. Higher Education/Research 7. Highway/Bridge (roads, tunnels, bridges, interstates) 8. Interior/Tenant Improvement 9. K-12 Education 10. Landscape/Urban Development (parks, streetscapes, plazas, site development) 11. Manufacturing (warehouses, manufacturing, data centers) 12. Office/Retail/Mixed-Use 13. Renovation/Restoration (before and after photos required) 14. Residential/Hospitality (hotels, apartments, housing) 15. Small Project (under $10 million) 16. Specialty Construction (specialized trade or engineering - concrete, mechanical, steel, etc.) 17. Sports/Entertainment (stadiums, arenas, recreation centers) 18. Water/Environment (treatment plants, drainage, remediation, flood control, dams)

Earlier this week, I launched my inaugural newsletter, "Increase Your Market Value (IYMV) Digest" via Business Rewritten. Subscribe to my quarterly newsletter https://ow.ly/YR4q50RueEt "When I first started Business Rewritten back in September 2015, I had no idea where this journey of entrepreneurship would take me. It has certainly been a roller coaster ride filled with ups and downs, and everything in between, and I am grateful to have met you along the way. So, what is this content and why now? IYMV: Increase Your Market Value, Digest via Business Rewritten Who: Written by Julie Wanzer, LEED AP, author & owner. What: Marketing, business development and communication focused content, including profiles of resources outside of Business Rewritten. When: Delivered to your inbox quarterly. April 2024 is the inaugural issue. Why: To finally send out the quirky, yet insightful email newsletter I have been meaning to create since 2015. (Better late than never). And mostly, to have a creative outlet and a means to share trusted resources with the people and companies that I am proud to know and serve. Thank you, Julie" https://ow.ly/qg8F50RueEr https://ow.ly/aW4m50RueEs Subscribe https://ow.ly/YR4q50RueEt

#AprilRecap Highlights included: - Social Media 101 Training for ACEC WINNS Group @acecwyoming @acecofidaho @acecnebraska @acecnorthdakota @acecofsd - Opening Day with @thelightingagency - @acec.colorado 2024 Annual Conference #CapCut #aprilrecap #trainer #professionalspeaker #publicspeaker #businessrewritten #getthemtocare GetThemToCare.com

"7 Habits of Highly Successful Prospectors, According to Sales Leaders" as seen HubSpot https://ow.ly/gmNj50Rhe4U "When you focus on the relationship instead, you gain valuable information about the individual's preferences, pain points, values, and goals. This increases the likelihood of not just making that first sale — but also turning the individual into a long-term customer who is loyal to your product or service because they trust that you are genuinely interested in what they need." “Highly successful prospectors don't just understand their product — they deeply understand their prospect's challenges and goals. This empathy enables them to tailor communications that resonate personally, turning cold prospects into engaged conversations.” #BusinessDevelopment #BusinessRewritten #Sales

ENR Regional Best Projects recently opened up its Awards Portal to collect award submissions for the 2024 Regional Best Projects https://ow.ly/co6250RgLft Important Dates🗓️ to Remember 🏆 Early Bird deadline: May 6, 2024 Regular deadline: June 10, 2024 Final deadline: June 21, 2024 (Late Fee Applies) Business Rewritten's Owner, Julie Wanzer, has written several award-winning submissions, as seen here https://ow.ly/uyHJ50RgLfs Email julie@increaingmarketvalue.com to reserve your spot today. Julie is only writing 1 award per category. See below for the full listing. ENR Regional Best Projects Categories: 1. Airport/Transit (ports, rail, terminals, runways) 2. Cultural/Worship (theaters, museums, libraries, churches) 3. Energy/Industrial (power plants, refineries, renewables) 4. Government/Public Building (courthouses, bases, law enforcement) 5. Health Care 6. Higher Education/Research 7. Highway/Bridge (roads, tunnels, bridges, interstates) 8. Interior/Tenant Improvement 9. K-12 Education 10. Landscape/Urban Development (parks, streetscapes, plazas, site development) 11. Manufacturing (warehouses, manufacturing, data centers) 12. Office/Retail/Mixed-Use 13. Renovation/Restoration (before and after photos required) 14. Residential/Hospitality (hotels, apartments, housing) 15. Small Project (under $10 million) 16. Specialty Construction (specialized trade or engineering - concrete, mechanical, steel, etc.) 17. Sports/Entertainment (stadiums, arenas, recreation centers) 18. Water/Environment (treatment plants, drainage, remediation, flood control, dams)

Don't miss out on the opportunity to impact your firm's approach to winning more work in the A/E/C industry! 🏗️ Join us at the ACEC Colorado Annual Conference and hear from Julie Wanzer, Owner of Business Rewritten, as she unveils the secrets behind "The Power of Storytelling in the AEC Industry – Keep It Simple to Win More Work." 🌟 In a world where only 5% of people remember statistics but a whopping 63% recall stories, it's time to harness the true power of storytelling. 🧠💡 Julie Wanzer, a renowned author and A/E/C industry expert, will guide you through the essential elements of crafting impactful narratives that captivate your audience and set your firm apart in a competitive landscape. Learn how to transform complex design and construction challenges into compelling stories that resonate with clients, judges, and stakeholders. 🏆 Discover the five Cs of storytelling - Circumstance, Curiosity, Characters, Conversations, and Conflicts - and unlock the potential to win more projects, gain third-party recognition, and showcase your firm's expertise like never before. 🌟✨ Register now and secure your spot to hear Julie Wanzer's invaluable insights. 🎟️🔥 https://ow.ly/Etgb50RgKSJ #AEC #Storytelling #WinMoreWork #ACECColorado #ACECcoAnnualConference24

#ICYMI ENR Regional Best Projects recently opened up its Awards Portal to collect award submissions for the 2024 Regional Best Projects https://ow.ly/oebk50RgL8t Important Dates🗓️ to Remember 🏆 Early Bird deadline: May 6, 2024 Regular deadline: June 10, 2024 Final deadline: June 21, 2024 (Late Fee Applies) Business Rewritten's Owner, Julie Wanzer, has written several award-winning submissions, as seen here https://ow.ly/mSbm50RgL8s Email julie@increaingmarketvalue.com to reserve your spot today. Julie is only writing 1 award per category. See below for the full listing. ENR Regional Best Projects Categories: 1. Airport/Transit (ports, rail, terminals, runways) 2. Cultural/Worship (theaters, museums, libraries, churches) 3. Energy/Industrial (power plants, refineries, renewables) 4. Government/Public Building (courthouses, bases, law enforcement) 5. Health Care 6. Higher Education/Research 7. Highway/Bridge (roads, tunnels, bridges, interstates) 8. Interior/Tenant Improvement 9. K-12 Education 10. Landscape/Urban Development (parks, streetscapes, plazas, site development) 11. Manufacturing (warehouses, manufacturing, data centers) 12. Office/Retail/Mixed-Use 13. Renovation/Restoration (before and after photos required) 14. Residential/Hospitality (hotels, apartments, housing) 15. Small Project (under $10 million) 16. Specialty Construction (specialized trade or engineering - concrete, mechanical, steel, etc.) 17. Sports/Entertainment (stadiums, arenas, recreation centers) 18. Water/Environment (treatment plants, drainage, remediation, flood control, dams)

With only 5% of people able to recall statistics, and 63% able to remember stories after a presentation, are your firm’s project managers and executives able to tell impactful stories about your company and its projects in interviews to win more work? 🤔 If you're still searching for the answer to that question, then be sure to register today https://ow.ly/jNFm50RgKgA for ACEC Colorado's Annual Conference, where you can learn more about how to harness the power of storytelling in the A/E/C industry by keeping it simple to win more work https://ow.ly/cbhb50RgKgB #MarkYourCalendar🗓️ for April 24, 2024 from 9:30 a.m. - 10:15 a.m. to attend Julie Wanzer's presentation, taking place at the Denver Westminster Marriott. #Storytelling #AECindustry #Marketing #BusinessDevelopment #ProfessionalSpeaker

This #WaybackWednesday post is from October 2023, when @bizrewritten Owner, Julie Wanzer, LEED AP, partnered with Civil Technology, Inc. (CTI) to deliver “The One” training session at their training space on the @denairport campus, that included both CTI employees and their sub-consultants team members for a project they are working on together at DEN. “The One” training focused on business development and growth mindset best practices to support your company’s efforts to build trust in the A/E/C industry and develop solid client relationships where that trust becomes your currency to win more projects. We look forward to the Q2 2024 training follow-up session that will include a job-site visit. Special thanks to the following CTI team members who made this training possible: Conrad Dawes James Ellis Mary-Catherine Carroll #businessdevelopment #AECindustry #trainer #speaker #corporatetraining

2024 @rockies #openingday ⚾️ 💜with @thelightingagency in Denver was epic! 🎉 TLA is definitely known in the #AECIndustry for their Opening Day celebrations, which I have been attending off and on since 2013, when I first started at klipp architecture in Denver. What a great way to reconnect with former design and construction colleagues, while celebrating Opening Day in the spaces and buildings that we have all been a part of, from @mcgregor_square to @coorsfield itself. Special thanks to the following who made this day so much fun: Chris Davis David Carlsen Jones Kristin McCarthy Angela Innes Matt Johnson Todd Berry #networking #rockiesopeningday

March 2024 = Travel. Training. Writing. #marchrecap #marchrecap2024 #Marketing #trainer #Author #writer GetThemToCare.com

Day 2 of “Social Media 101 Training” for the ACEC WINNS Group We focused more on hands-on, tactical training that included a review of @bizrewritten online Social Media Content Calendar with each recipient receiving their own copy to complete for their organization. We also reviewed best practices on @canva for social media branding, photos and videos, as well as @hootsuite social media content scheduling. Each participant walked away with several handouts, templates and a strategic social media plan for 2024. Thanks again to @acecwyoming , @acecofidaho @acecnorthdakota @acecnebraska @acecofsd for asking insightful questions and helping all of us brainstorm strategic social media content. And a special thanks to @acec.colorado for hosting us and allowing our training group to take over your Meeting/Training Space for the past 48 hours! #socialmediamarketing #socialmediatrainingtips #socialmedia #nonprofitorganizations #nonprofitmarketing

Day 1 of “Social Media 101 Training” for the ACEC WINS Groups & ACEC Nebraska. From “What Happens Every 60 Seconds on Social Media” to best performing content to the how, when and what to post, @bizrewritten Owner, Julie Wanzer, LEED AP, delivered a comprehensive, hands-on training session. It also included a step-by-step “How To” section to create professional Company pages on social media platforms. Special thanks to @acec.colorado for hosting us. And thank you to our engaging training participants from @acecofidaho @acecnorthdakota @acecsd @acecnebraska and ACEC Wyoming. Stay tuned for Day 2 Training highlights. #socialmediatrainings #socialmedia101 #TradeAssociations #AECIndustry #linkedintips #instagramforbusiness #facebookmarketing

#ThrowbackThursday to last week’s speaking engagement at the Parsons Corporation Denver Small Business Event. It was great to connect with fellow small business owners in the AEC industry and reconnect with some familiar faces. Biggest takeaway: Business development is about mutually beneficial relationships where TRUST becomes your currency to win more work! Thanks again to the following Parsons employees who made this happen: Stephanie Sampson Michael Unger Jay Hendrickson Tony Marcello #BusinessDevelopment #AECindustry #professionalspeaker

When was the last time you intentionally: 1. identified 2. examined and 3. strategized your own, personal digital presence, and that of your company's? Websites are not enough anymore to win more work and recruit and retain top talent. Both professionals and companies need a strategic and intentional LinkedIn presence. #LinkedInTips #PersonalBranding #CompanyBranding "Julie's tips and guidance can be applied to any industry who needs to have a strong digital presence, and if you are doing business today, you need a strong digital presence. As you read through her book, you will feel like one of her clients. It's as if she is taking you by the hand and walking you through the process." ~Dr. Donna Marino, PsyD, Psychologist/Executive Coach Order your copy today at https://ow.ly/5CKk50QROCy

Insightful article by Helene Jewett on this ever-growing trend in the #AECindustry with several industry perspectives, published in Colorado Real Estate Journal. “Understand the depth of who follows you and with whom you are connected. The book, “Get Them To Care” by local Denver author, Julie Wanzer, LEED AP, of Business Rewritten, Inc. explains how to make strategic digital connections.” Thank you again, Helene, for including me in such esteemed company. #StrongWomenEmpowerWomen #internationalwomensday And definitely “on-point” for this year’s theme “Investing in women: Accelerate progress” 🤗 Happy International Women’s Day! 🫶

Business Rewritten is honored to partner with ACEC Colorado for this New Member Offer through March 15 https://ow.ly/LcVJ50QAFEU in celebration of Engineers Week in Colorado https://ow.ly/ZmiA50QAFEA How To Participate: - As a prospective new member of ACEC Colorado, complete and return a firm member application by Friday, Mar. 15 https://ow.ly/f13z50QAFEC - As an employee of a current member firm or sustaining member of ACEC Colorado, refer a prospective, new member firm who completes an application on or before 11:59 p.m. on Friday, Mar. 15. Here are ideas on how to reach out to your network and encourage consulting engineering firms to become a part of ACEC Colorado: - Share your ACEC Colorado journey on social media using #ACECColorado and #COeWeek24 Let your network know why ACEC Colorado is the go-to hub for consulting engineering professionals. - Attend ACEC Colorado events, volunteer opportunities and programs throughout February and March. Share your experiences and inspire others to become part of Colorado’s thriving consulting engineering community. What’s In It For You? - Complimentary, full registration to ACEC Colorado 2024 Annual Conference on April 24-25 at Denver Marriott Westminster \($629 value\) ACEC Colorado has created an all-encompassing educational and networking experience to offer something for everyone from each segment within the consulting engineering industry https://ow.ly/sBsC50QAFEK - Complimentary Deluxe Hardback Edition of Get Them to Care https://ow.ly/vY0u50QAFEI \(value $95\) with LinkedIn® Personal Profile Consultation \($500 Value\) by ACEC Colorado Sustaining Member Julie Wanzer, LEED AP https://ow.ly/FPUt50QAFEM \(Business Rewritten\): A step-by-step business development book on how to tell a compelling story and highlight both personal and company expertise on LinkedIn®. The author is a Sustaining Member of ACEC Colorado and the book features examples from the Council.

This #WaybackWednesday post is from last week’s BD Guild of Colorado event where Business Rewritten, Inc.’s Owner, Julie M. Wanzer, LEED AP presented about ways to “Break the Ice” with LinkedIn. Thank you to Kristen L. Hodel from Build It Marketing LLC for organizing this event and allowing us to share some LinkedIn business development tips with the attendees. We also raffled off a copy of Get Them to Care with Leo Bortolotto as the lucky recipient. If you weren’t able to purchase a signed copy, you can order yours from the author’s website at GetThemToCare.com It was great to reconnect with several #AECindustry business development pro’s including: Tim Ernest, P.E. Chris Porter Clare Kelly, MS, CPSM Luke Porter Katie Bachofer #Networking #BusinessDevelopment #GetThemToCare

#ICYMI "LinkedIn Shares Insights Into Its Latest Feed Algorithm Updates" https://ow.ly/N8Ea50QMaA4 As with any business development tool, LinkedIn continues to update its algorithm and ways to engage with others on the platform. The article from Social Media Today outlines a few updates beyond the ones we included in the photo below. Take the IN's and OUT's for what they are worth, but if you are looking to increase your engagement levels and reach, the article is worth a quick read. To learn more about how to effectively use LinkedIn for both your personal and company profiles, make sure to get your signed copy of Get Them to Care, authored by Business Rewritten's owner, Julie Wanzer https://ow.ly/w6WQ50QMaA3

#MonthRecap #february #Author #Speaker #Trainer #authorsofinstagram #GetThemToCare GetThemToCare.com

What impact do you want to leave on the next generation of professionals in the architecture, engineering, and construction (AEC) industry? I believe that each of us has a unique narrative – a journey marked by challenges, triumphs, and invaluable lessons. By sharing these stories, we not only inspire the next generation but also pave the way for a more diverse and inclusive industry. My journey has been filled with twists and turns, but every obstacle only fueled my determination to contribute to something meaningful. Whether you’re an architect, engineer, or involved in construction management, your story matters. So, let’s take a moment to reflect on what inspired us to embark on this incredible journey: Was it a mentor who ignited that spark? A project that challenged your creativity? Or perhaps a deep-rooted desire to make a positive impact on the built environment? Share your story below! 🗣️💬 Let’s use our collective experiences to inspire, mentor, and guide the next generation of A/E/C professionals. Together, we can create a community where passion meets purpose, and dreams turn into reality. 🌟🏗️ Special thanks to the @acec.colorado.foundation for allowing Business Rewritten’s owner, Julie Wanzer, to participate at this DPS Spark Event at Pitt Waller K-8 School, as part of #COeweek24 #AECIndustry #CareerJourney #Inspiration #BuildingTheFuture #BusinessRewritten #DesignAndConstruction #MentorshipMatters

Business Rewritten is honored to partner with ACEC Colorado for this New Member Offer through March 15 https://ow.ly/E1Jt50QAFAA in celebration of Engineers Week in Colorado https://ow.ly/HJjP50QAFAN How To Participate: - As a prospective new member of ACEC Colorado, complete and return a firm member application by Friday, Mar. 15 https://ow.ly/HHUL50QAFAH - As an employee of a current member firm or sustaining member of ACEC Colorado, refer a prospective, new member firm who completes an application on or before 11:59 p.m. on Friday, Mar. 15. Here are ideas on how to reach out to your network and encourage consulting engineering firms to become a part of ACEC Colorado: - Share your ACEC Colorado journey on social media using #ACECColorado and #COeWeek24 Let your network know why ACEC Colorado is the go-to hub for consulting engineering professionals. - Attend ACEC Colorado events, volunteer opportunities and programs throughout February and March. Share your experiences and inspire others to become part of Colorado’s thriving consulting engineering community. What’s In It For You? - Complimentary, full registration to ACEC Colorado 2024 Annual Conference on April 24-25 at Denver Marriott Westminster \($629 value\) ACEC Colorado has created an all-encompassing educational and networking experience to offer something for everyone from each segment within the consulting engineering industry https://ow.ly/iyqU50QAFAJ - Complimentary Deluxe Hardback Edition of Get Them to Care https://ow.ly/KNvv50QAFAz \(value $95\) with LinkedIn® Personal Profile Consultation \($500 Value\) by ACEC Colorado Sustaining Member Julie Wanzer, LEED AP https://ow.ly/hm1f50QAFAB \(Business Rewritten\) A step-by-step business development book on how to tell a compelling story and highlight both personal and company expertise on LinkedIn®. The author is a Sustaining Member of ACEC Colorado and the book features examples from the Council.

#WaybackWednesday to last Saturday, when @bizrewritten Owner, Julie Wanzer, LEED AP, joined @acec.colorado.foundation for a STEM Workshop and celebration of #BlackHistoryMonth with the Colorado Students of Color in Technology (SOCIT) Chapter of National Society of Black Engineers (NSBE). The consulting engineering industry has a wide range of sectors to work in from vertical design to transportation to water resources to energy/sustainability to civil infrastructure and business practices. I was honored to share my experiences working as a small business owner in the #AECIndustry and how marketing impacts design and construction professionals. #GiveBack #NextGeneration #ConsultingEngineering

Thank you to @acec.colorado.foundation for hosting me last Friday for the “Cities of the Future” movie premier and engineering community event at @denvermuseumns It was great to reconnect with several professional engineers and meet new supporters of the #ConsultingEngineering industry. #AECIndustry #Community #Engineers

#mondaythoughts “Trust is a luxury” Courtesy of Dan Oblinger’s presentation “Critical People Skills: Relationship Building & Negotiation Skills” as part of @acec.colorado Leadership Series. Additional #mondaythoughts💭 1. Real trust is delivering lots of promises over time. 2. TEDS = Tell me. Explain that. Demonstrate it. Show me. 3. In negotiations, address either the person’s emotions or vision. Also, my skirt matched the carpet floor.

Business Rewritten is honored to partner with ACEC Colorado for this New Member Offer through March 15 https://ow.ly/2TWV50QAFul in celebration of Engineers Week in Colorado https://ow.ly/TnLu50QAFum How To Participate: - As a prospective new member of ACEC Colorado, complete and return a firm member application by Friday, Mar. 15 https://ow.ly/jiZL50QAFuh - As an employee of a current member firm or sustaining member of ACEC Colorado, refer a prospective, new member firm who completes an application on or before 11:59 p.m. on Friday, Mar. 15. Here are ideas on how to reach out to your network and encourage consulting engineering firms to become a part of ACEC Colorado: - Share your ACEC Colorado journey on social media using #ACECColorado and #COeWeek24 Let your network know why ACEC Colorado is the go-to hub for consulting engineering professionals. - Attend ACEC Colorado events, volunteer opportunities and programs throughout February and March. Share your experiences and inspire others to become part of Colorado’s thriving consulting engineering community. What’s In It For You? - Complimentary, full registration to ACEC Colorado 2024 Annual Conference on April 24-25 at Denver Marriott Westminster \($629 value\) ACEC Colorado has created an all-encompassing educational and networking experience to offer something for everyone from each segment within the consulting engineering industry https://ow.ly/Y9Ji50QAFuq - Complimentary Deluxe Hardback Edition of Get Them to Care https://ow.ly/JbTZ50QAFui \(value $95\) with LinkedIn® Personal Profile Consultation \($500 Value\) by ACEC Colorado Sustaining Member Julie Wanzer, LEED AP https://ow.ly/W2iZ50QAFux \(Business Rewritten\): A step-by-step business development book on how to tell a compelling story and highlight both personal and company expertise on LinkedIn®. The author is a Sustaining Member of ACEC Colorado and the book features examples from the Council.

"A picture is worth a thousand words" ~ Henrik Ibsen Are you more of a visual learner? Are you looking for a visual guide to supplement your copy of "Get Them to Care"? https://ow.ly/MGfj50QxHWJ Be sure to check out and download the Resource Guide that is available here on Business Rewritten's website https://ow.ly/vPCi50QxHX3 , after you sign up for my newsletter, with the very first edition coming out in mid-February 2024! #LinkedInTips #LinkedInLearning #PersonalBranding #CompanyBranding #ResourceGuide #GetThemToCare

#DYK "For the first time in history, we have five generations in the workplace: Traditionalists — born 1925 to 1945 Baby Boomers — born 1946 to 1964 Generation X — born 1965 to 1980 Millennials — born 1981 to 2000 Generation Z — born 2001 to 2020 This certainly poses challenges for each of these generations." Learn more about "How to Communicate Across Generations at Work" https://ow.ly/JowK50QxHJY "In the end, the answer is for each of us to grow in our understanding of continually evolving communication preferences, styles and technology. All of these will continue to change and successful communication will result from our personal understanding and growth." #BusinessRewritten #Communication #MeetPeopleWhereTheyAreAt

@bizrewritten is honored to partner with @acec.colorado for this New Member Offer throughout the month of February https://ow.ly/mOoA50QyPtR in celebration of Engineers Week in Colorado https://ow.ly/2iHF50QyPux How To Participate: - As a prospective new member of ACEC Colorado, complete and return a firm member application by Thursday, Feb. 29 https://ow.ly/mEtH50QyPye - As an employee of a current member firm or sustaining member of ACEC Colorado, refer a prospective, new member firm who completes an application on or before 11:59 p.m. on Thursday, Feb. 29. Here are ideas on how to reach out to your network and encourage consulting engineering firms to become a part of ACEC Colorado: - Share your ACEC Colorado journey on social media using #ACECColorado and #COeWeek24 Let your network know why ACEC Colorado is the go-to hub for consulting engineering professionals. - Attend ACEC Colorado events, volunteer opportunities and programs throughout February. Share your experiences and inspire others to become part of Colorado’s thriving consulting engineering community. What’s In It For You? - Complimentary, full registration to ACEC Colorado 2024 Annual Conference on April 24-25 at Denver Marriott Westminster ($629 value): ACEC Colorado has created an all-encompassing educational and networking experience to offer something for everyone from each segment within the consulting engineering industry https://ow.ly/kW0g50QyPC2 - Complimentary Deluxe Hardback Edition of Get Them to Care https://ow.ly/W0qC50QyPCw (value $95) with LinkedIn® Personal Profile Consultation ($500 Value) by ACEC Colorado Sustaining Member Julie Wanzer, LEED AP https://ow.ly/nLXG50QyPCL (Business Rewritten): A step-by-step business development book on how to tell a compelling story and highlight both personal and company expertise on LinkedIn®. The author is a Sustaining Member of ACEC Colorado and the book features examples from the Council.

#Discipline is my #wordoftheyear 2024 GetThemToCare.com #GetThemToCare #linkedin #linkedintips

I've spent the past 6 months investing in and researching about personal and professional development, but this newsletter from Ness Labs really brought it all together for me https://ow.ly/8grT50QxWg2 Anne-Laure Le Cunff https://ow.ly/7QHL50QxWg4 compares our emotional and behavioral processes to how a restaurant is run. "Think of it like a restaurant. The front-end is the dining area where you sit and eat, and the back end is the kitchen where your food is prepared. Someone who knows how to code both the front- and back-end of an application is called a full-stack developer. What if you applied this analogy to understanding your cognitive, emotional, and behavioral processes? If your mind was an application, what would the front-end and the back-end look like? What would it mean to pursue full-stack personal development?" She then breaks down our Back-End Skills vs. Front-End Skills and how we can learn from and improve upon these processes for a comprehensive, full-stack personal development.

Unsure about what to post on LinkedIn? Hear more about how people are becoming more intentional about posting on LinkedIn by using the book "Get Them to Care" https://ow.ly/k54R50Qxoxm “The first thing she did was help me learn how to think about my LinkedIn® page and how to make the most of it, as well as how to be an intentional poster of content...In a world full of relentless over-sharers, I particularly appreciate how her book articulates various “buckets of content” that should be shared, along with the internal and external value from each one of those.” ~Rebecca, Business Owner

Unfortunately, the word "sales" has taken on a negative connotation as we consistently hear that "no one wants to be sold to." And while that may be true, we are all in sales, regardless of our position at our companies. Each task, meeting, client interaction, email follow up (or NOT), etc. all affect your company's sales cycles. Take some inspiration from these 25 Modern Sales Leaders and connect with them on LinkedIn to learn more about how sales continues to evolve and what has worked for them https://ow.ly/fWLX50Quw6a #Sales #BusinessDevelopment #DoBetter

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Never underestimate the impact of your emails. "As humans, we only see the world through our lens. Naturally, we take the information we see in that lens, and start making assumptions about everything we can’t see. We talk to a PM one time, don’t like his/her tone, and then go back to our office and have an email sitting in our inbox from him/her. He/She doesn’t seem to say anything bad, but now the tone of his/her email seems off. If you’re not aware of it, you can create some seriously unnecessary conflict by telling yourself stories that probably aren’t true." "Why — and how — to ignore nasty emails" https://ow.ly/RnWx50Qu3Lp As seen in Construction Dive.

Stuggling with what to post on LinkedIn? Same. We all know that LinkedIn is the best place to share your professional expertise and to highlight company culture to retain and recruit the best people for your company. In addition to the 8 sections of bonus content in author, Julie Wanzer's book, "Get Them to Care" https://ow.ly/k5VE50QrUwg , this article with 20 content prompts from Richard Van Der Blom should help you boost your LinkedIn presence this year https://ow.ly/a0By50QrUx2 Use these resources to fill your social media content calendar and strategically share both your personal expertise on your personal profile and highlight your company's culture online.

Here's a little history for you as we get into the weekend. It's no secret that women are still underrepresented in #construction , but I enjoyed reading about the 5 women in construction that made an impact in the 20th Century. https://ow.ly/XuK150Qq5RI #WomenInConstruction #StrongWomenEmpowerWomen

#imanauthor Of course I have my book that I wrote prominently featured in my Zoom background for all the meetings I have to sit through! 😂🤪 GetThemToCare.com #linkedin #linkedintips #personalbranding #companybranding #author #authorsofinstagram

Clearly I love an insightful "Top Trends" report and Hubspot just updated their latest "Marketing & Trends Report" that includes both B2B and B2C data https://ow.ly/FO5y50Qq5iS The highlights that stood out for me were the ones about the rising use of video, especially short-form videos, with "90% of marketers using short-form video [plan] to increase or maintain their investment this year." Need help with your firm's video storytelling? Learn more about our video storytelling process https://ow.ly/1ixY50Qq5oO and email Julie for pricing packages. #VideoStorytelling #ShortFormVideo #Marketing #AECIndustry #BusinessRewritten

"10 Trends to Watch in 2024" "Business pragmatism can help build a sense of shared fate, and that will help increase demand for better infrastructure." https://ow.ly/S9hL50QpItf This article includes #business trends impacting various industries ranging from hybrid work to DEI, but I found this insight pertaining to infrastructure as it relates to climate solutions particularly applicable to the #AECindustry for 2024. "Signs of greater attention to fixing America’s infrastructure and making it climate-ready include significant federal funding from the Bipartisan Infrastructure and Inflation Reduction Acts, heightened awareness of the costs of neglect, and a growing number of state and local chief sustainability, resilience, and heat officers championing change.Over 40,000 new climate-friendly infrastructure projects are underway or contemplated nationally, according to US Secretary of Transportation Pete Buttigieg. In addition to adopting climate solutions inside their buildings, business leaders can step “outside the building” to help legitimize investments in infrastructure transitions. They can join regional cross-sector coalitions seeking local actions directly relevant to their employees. Their voice on issues such as public transit, affordable housing, alternative energy, home digital access, or electric school buses can depoliticize the issues and encourage wider public support."

"With 185 million users in the U.S. alone, there is clearly a movement on LinkedIn® that you need to be a part of to manage your personal online brand." ~Julie Wanzer, LEED AP #PersonalBranding #LinkedIn #LinkedInTips #GetThemToCare https://ow.ly/PVrr50Qnfzf

#Writer 2024 Award Submittals Schedule & Process #AECIndustry #awardsseason2024 #prowriter #design #construction BusinessRewritten.com/Award-Submittals

"Office vacancy rate hits record high" 1/8/24 https://ow.ly/SFnO50Qp1ke Is anyone in the A/E/C industry surprised by this? (I'm not.) So the question remains, "What does this mean for the industry in 2024?" #VerticalConstruction #OfficeVacancy #AECIndustry #OfficeSector #commercialbuilding

#LinkedInTips Command more money 💰with a richer Digital 📲Professional Presence #LinkedIn #GetThemToCare #linkedinprofile GetThemToCare.com

What are you doing to expand your business development network on LinkedIn? Hear more about how people are making use of the book "Get Them to Care" "After having met Julie, I was enlightened with greater understanding of what a powerful connection tool LinkedIn® really is. Her knowledge, experience, and hands on discovery in the early days are invaluable. I’m now refreshing my profile and am learning better ways to utilize LinkedIn® for a more enhanced business development and networking experience.” ~Tim E., PE https://ow.ly/meB950Qnfse

Everyone has something to give and contribute. How are you making an impact on others? Testimonial for Get Them to Care: “Julie - I just wanted to tell you how helpful your book is. It came at the perfect time for me. I love the framework you use for the book’s content, the action items, examples and clear, direct writing. Thank you for this wonderful resource!” ~Clare K. It’s been great to receive all this feedback for my book. I’ll be sharing it out over the next few months. Order your copy today, and let me know what you think!

#WordOfTheYear for 2024 = Discipline Each year, I select a word to focus on for the year and when I read the following quote by John. C Maxwell, the word, discipline really stood out for me. It's so easy to lose sight of what's important, especially in business, so my hope for you in the coming year is that you are able to focus on what brings you joy and that you have the discipline to keep at it every day. "Small disciplines repeated with consistency every day lead to great achievements gained slowly over time" ~John C. Maxwell https://ow.ly/JrwC50Qn9uT

#2023recap #2023 #author #speaker #trainer #writer

#LinkedInTips Leverage the company’s online business development strategy. GetThemToCare.com #linkedin #linkedinprofile #companybranding

#LinkedInTips Improve employee #retainment & #recruitment processes with your LinkedIn company page. GetThemToCare.com Day 2 of 12 Days of Christmas 🎄Countdown #linkedin #companybranding #linkedinprofile

#LinkedInTips Day 3 of 12 Days of Christmas🎄Countdown. Tell impactful stories with information about what your company is great at. #Linkedin #companybranding GetThemToCare.com

#LinkedInTips Day 4 of 12 Days of Christmas🎄Countdown. Posts should be 1. Relatable 2. Authentic 3. Resourceful 4. Timely GetThemToCare.com #LinkedIn #linkedinmarketing #companybranding

#LinkedInTips Use your company LinkedIn page to showcase your culture. Day 5 of 12 Days of Christmas Countdown. GetThemToCare.com #linkedinprofile #companybranding #digitalmarketing

#LinkedInTips Use LinkedIn’s “Search” function to do business development online & increase your professional network. Day 6 of 12 Days of Christmas Countdown. #linkedin #linkedinprofile #businessdevelopment GetThemToCare.com

@bizrewritten wants to extend a heartfelt THANK YOU to our incredible partners at @acec.colorado Your support means the world to us, and we're thrilled to share the exciting news about author Julie Wanzer's FIRST published book, "Get Them to Care." 📖🎉 @getthemtocare ACEC Colorado, your commitment to the design and construction industry has always been a beacon of inspiration, and we're honored to be part of this dynamic community. Your recent email to ACEC Colorado members to rally support for Julie's book is truly appreciated. 🚀💼 Julie's passion for the industry shines through her words, and we're grateful for the opportunity to collaborate with such a talented and dedicated individual. 🌐🏗️ To all ACEC Colorado members, thank you for your continued support and enthusiasm! Let's come together to celebrate the success of "Get Them to Care" and the power of collaboration within our incredible community. 🤝🎊 #BusinessRewritten #ACECColorado #GetThemToCare #DesignAndConstruction #CommunitySupport #ThankYou #Gratitude 🌆🏡

#LinkedInTips “What do I post?” Day 7 of 12 Days of Christmas Countdown GetThemToCare.com #linkin #linkedinprofile #linkedinposts