On-Line Webinar Workshops for Everyone Join us for free on-line meetings to discuss Chief Architect, Marketing, Business Management, Financial Matters and Much More. Each live session is free, easy and informative. Drop us a line and let us know what you're interested in. . . . keep reading Your Surveys We have some short surveys that we would really appreciate if you could take. They are very simple surveys, but the information will be invaluable. . . . keep reading Login to Recorded Webinar Workshop Access the Recorded Webinar Workshops. Log-in using your Name and Email. Contruction specific on-line workshops for Marketing, Business, Chief Architect, Design, Sales, Production and more. . . . keep reading Take a Guided Tour of the ChiefExperts.com Website Welcome to ChiefExperts.com. The community for Architects, Contractors, Designers and Chief Architect Users. Join Dan as he shows you some of the features of this site. Sit back and learn how to make your business more profitable. . . . keep reading More

Estimating Database Checklist If you are creating a new estimating database for projects, this list offers a thorough listing of Main and Sub Categories. You can also use it as a checklist to make sure you have included everything in your estimate. . . . keep reading Rendering A Chief Architect Plan with Artlantis Join us as we discuss Chief's rendering capabilities and then guest contractor & designer Michael Pach will demonstrate the steps involved with using Artlantis to render your Chief model. Artlantis is a unique and ideal tool for performing very high resolution rendering easily and in real-time. 1 Hour 23 Minutes . . . keep reading Graphics in Chief Architect Learn how to amaze your customer using graphics with Chief Architect. This 4 Part Series (over 200 minutes) covers: Adding your Client's Family to the Plan, Tracing over Pictures, Creating Materials, Creating a Panoramic Backdrop, File Management, and much more. If you like working with pictures or recognize that you need to learn how, check out this series. . . . keep reading Creating a Split Level Plan in Chief Architect X1 - 5 Part Series This 5 part series will teach you many of the techniques needed to create a split level plan. Recorded from a X1 training class, it covers many ways to effectively create detailed models and plans with Chief. . . . keep reading Chief Architect Benchmark Take the Benchmark Challenge! Follow the instructions to download and open the V10 or X1 plan and run a few tests to see how fast your computer system performs compared to others. Enter the info into the online forms and then copmare your results to others to see if your computer it up to speed. . . . keep reading Professional Layout Pages Learn what it takes to setup a professional looking layout page and what you should include in a good set of plans, you'll also have access to download some PDF Layout Examples. 1 Hour 8 Minutes . . . keep reading Overview of New Features in Chief X1 - (Recorded) In this webinar you'll learn about the new features in Chief X1 and get an impartial overview of this new release. Dan Baumann will show you some of the new features as well as discuss if it's really necessary to upgrade at this time. 1 Hour 30 Minutes. . . . keep reading Creating Pier Footings Using the CAD tools in Chief, it's possible to draw just about anything you want in 2D and 3D. So I put together a short video to show you how to create custom Pier Footings. . . . keep reading

Wordpress.com Blog, blog, blog. Enough talking about it, let's start doing it. It's an easy way to keep in contact with your clients, educate your clients, and market your services on the internet. Check out a few blogs other contractors are doing . . . keep reading Marketing Ideas for Contractors Marketing Ideas that you can use now. This informal class is full of ideas to get the phone to ring. Use technology to get the word out. 1 Hour 5 Minutes . . . keep reading Top 10 Most Forgotten Budget Essentials Budgeting is an essential part of your business. This article will give you great advice you need to keep in mind while working on your budget. . . . keep reading Markup and Profit Blog Check out Michael Stone's blog. You'll find valuable advice, news, & great tips to help your business. . . . keep reading New Employment Eligibilty Verification Form I-9 The US Citizenship & Immigration Services (USCIS) recently announced that a new Employment Eligibilty Verification Form is required as of 12/31/07. The new Form I-9 and a revised version of the "Handbook for Employers, Instructions for Completing the Form I-9" are now available. . . . keep reading 2007 Business Review The best way to plan for 2008 is to start with what worked well and what didn't this year. We have a list of the things that must be reviewed from 2007 in order to best position your business for a successful 2008. Our business expert, Michael Stone, has worked with 1000's of companies and shares his business planning knowledge and experience. . . . keep reading Save Time and Money with GoToMeeting The GoToMeeting software allows you to meet with your clients, suppliers, employees or anyone individually or all at once. This easy to use technology will allow you to build your professional image while saving everyone time. . . . keep reading Business Coach Helps Construction Contractors Build Successful Companies -- and Lives Entrepreneurs of every type face a paradox: Either they learn to run their businesses efficiently or their businesses end up running their lives. Construction contractors are no exception. There's a gaping chasm between the skills experienced craftsmen possess and the expertise required to run a successful business. Contractors are susceptible to many of the same pitfalls all entrepreneurs face and often need extensive help on the business side of their ventures. . . . keep reading