The three of us started as apprentices in the same program eight years ago and now we're all running our own small operations but we keep underbidding each other on the same jobs in our area. We used to share information and help each other out but now there's this weird tension every time we run into each other and none of us wants to be the first one to bring up how competitive things have gotten.
More people experience this than they realize.
Professional relationships are deteriorating under market pressure, but addressing the competition directly feels like acknowledging a betrayal of their original bond.
“Where Are You with Trades — Construction & General Contracting?”
Peri can explain why this happens, help you decide if this is the right situation for you, and point toward the right journey or coach.
If this sounds familiar, the Library can help you find the bigger picture.