Forensic science can provide a winning advantage
July 1, 2007 By John McCoy
In many cases that I am called on to defend propane companies, plaintiffs use pure theory against my clients in an effort to attach a liability position.
Read More Resolving conflict in the family business
May 1, 2007 By Carl Hughes
Sibling rivalries. Father–son power battles. Non-active vs. active shareholder issues. Patriarchs unable to relinquish the reins to the next generation. A family-owned propane company’s conflicts come in all types and variations.
Read More Customer warning material promotes safety
April 1, 2007 By Jay Johnston
I am a firm believer that propane companies should not be liable for accidents when they had no association to the cause. It is an easy stand to take.
Read More Longevity requires mentoring
March 1, 2007 By Carl Hughes
The universal goal of most family-owned companies is to see the business continue long-term and for it to be passed down from generation to generation.
Read More Driving your business
March 1, 2007 By LP Gas
Along with trucking industry-equivalent pay and benefits, professional drivers want up-to-date rigs, respect and open communication channels with management and the dispatching staff. As a nationwide shortage of drivers threatens fleet-efficiency throughout many trucking-oriented businesses, propane companies have an advantage in that many road-warriors also have a strong desire to be home at night.
Read More Successful companies hire competency
January 1, 2007 By Carl Hughes
The most successful propane companies are comprised of highly competent people who work together towards a common objective. But what do we mean by competency and how do we discern the traits of a potential employee regarding their level of competence? What competencies are most important?
Read More No good deed goes unpunished
October 1, 2006 By John McCoy
The industry focuses a significant amount of time and resources on warnings programs – and for good reason.
Read More Think win/win in relationships
June 1, 2004 By LP Gas
The fourth in our series of Habits of Highly Effective Propane Companies involves how to approach the important relationships in our business – those with customers, trade partners, venders and employees.
Read More Time management: First things first
May 1, 2004 By LP Gas
The third in our series of Habits of Highly Effective Propane Companies is putting first things first, which is predicated on the belief that highly effective companies organize and manage around their company’s priorities.
Read More Wellness, employee assistance programs in action
March 1, 2004 By LP Gas
"We have a health crisis in this country," matter-of-factly states Sheila Hayter, director of employee services for Ferrellgas Partners.
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