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Past
Polls
What is your biggest challenge at work?
Date Published 10/1/2024 6:00 AM
Finding and landing jobs
32.93%
Balancing your finances
3.41%
Keeping good crews
1.61%
Completing successful projects
0.40%
Balancing personal and professional life
1.20%
Other
60.44%
How much of a project slowdown does your business usually experience during the winter and holiday season?
Date Published 10/1/2024 6:00 AM
Significant
75.00%
Slight
3.85%
None
5.77%
Our business improves this time of year!
15.38%
How much do you expect 2024 U.S. election results to affect your company or work?
Date Published 9/1/2024 6:00 AM
A lot
28.57%
A little
57.14%
Not at all
14.29%
Is your coatings company using or exploring AI in its application processes?
Date Published 8/1/2024 6:00 AM
Yes, we’re interested!
40.00%
No, it’s not for us.
20.00%
Not yet, but maybe in 2025 or beyond.
30.00%
We’re in a different market segment.
10.00%
What does your company’s culture need more of (“Creating a Culture That People Don’t Want to Leave”)?
Date Published 7/2/2024 6:00 AM
We need more positivity and confidence!
12.50%
We’re often too optimistic and need more realism.
37.50%
It varies based on the situation.
50.00%
In recent years, has your coatings business incorporated more sustainable products and practices?
Date Published 4/30/2024 6:00 AM
Yes, and it’s adding value to our projects.
66.67%
Yes, but we’re still waiting to see the value.
0.00%
No, but we’re planning to offer more soon.
0.00%
No, we haven’t made many changes.
33.33%
Which is the most challenging aspect of implementing a jobsite safety plan?
Date Published 4/30/2024 6:00 AM
Training
11.11%
Inspection/Supervision
11.11%
Enforcement
22.22%
Other
55.56%
Is your business using artificial intelligence (AI)? If so, how is it going?
Date Published 4/1/2024 6:00 AM
Yes, and I’m happy with the results!
75.00%
Yes, but the value is mixed at best.
0.00%
No, but I’m planning to incorporate soon!
25.00%
No, I don’t think it’s a fit for my business.
0.00%
Non-fluent English speakers: Are there any content topics in which you would like additional resources in English?
Date Published 3/1/2024 6:00 AM
Yes – please email us with specifics, info@coatingspromag.com
25.00%
No
75.00%
Non-fluent English speakers: which of the following languages do you want additional audio/spoken resources in?
Date Published 2/1/2024 12:00 AM
Spanish
42.86%
Chinese
28.57%
French
0.00%
Arabic
28.57%
Other
0.00%
Non-fluent English speakers: which of the following languages do you want additional written resources in?
Date Published 1/2/2024 12:00 AM
Spanish
33.33%
Chinese
0.00%
French
22.22%
Arabic
11.11%
Other (Write in answer below)
33.33%
CoatingsPro is extending its nomination deadline for the 2024 Contractor Awards Have you submitted a project yet?
Date Published 11/1/2023 12:00 AM
Yes, and I’m excited to find out who wins!
25.00%
No, but I’m planning to!
0.00%
No, I haven’t had any eligible projects in this nominating window.
50.00%
Maybe, I need more information. (visit www.coatingspromag.com/contractor-awards)
25.00%
Non-fluent English speakers: which of the following statements best apply to your current needs?
Date Published 11/1/2023 12:00 AM
Written resources in your native language
66.67%
Audio/spoken resources in your native language
33.33%
Collection of English resources relevant to your work
0.00%
None of the Above
0.00%
Other
0.00%
How much does your coatings business consider environmentally sustainable products, solutions, and practices?
Date Published 10/1/2023 12:00 AM
Major priority
0.00%
Somewhat
20.00%
Not much
80.00%
In hot summer months, what is most essential to keep workers cool?
Date Published 9/1/2023 12:00 AM
Starting work in early mornings
16.67%
Staying hydrated
66.67%
Taking frequent breaks
16.67%
Wearing air conditioned hoods
0.00%
Other (let us know!)
0.00%
Where you work, what’s your favorite season to be out in the field at a coatings jobsite?
Date Published 7/1/2023 12:00 AM
Spring
44.78%
Summer
22.39%
Fall
32.84%
Winter
0.00%
Did you submit your project for CoatingsPro’s 2024 Contractor Awards Program?
Date Published 7/1/2023 12:00 AM
Yes!
0.00%
Not yet, but we plan to by the Oct. 31 deadline!
100.00%
We didn’t complete any successful projects during this awards cycle.
0.00%
Are you planning to use AI in your business?
Date Published 6/1/2023 12:00 AM
Yes, I already am!
86.49%
Yes, I’m planning on it.
5.41%
It’s not for me.
8.11%
Other
0.00%
What’s your preferred method of consuming digital media content?
Date Published 5/1/2023 12:00 AM
Reading articles
60.00%
Listening to audio
0.00%
Watching videos
40.00%
Other (let us know!)
0.00%
For your business, what’s the best part of spring?
Date Published 4/4/2023 12:00 AM
Better weather for coating!
100.00%
Fewer holidays and vacations
0.00%
More industry events and gatherings
0.00%
Other (let us know)
0.00%
What social media platform do you prefer for watching videos?
Date Published 3/1/2023 12:00 AM
Facebook
0.00%
YouTube
61.54%
Instagram
7.69%
Other
30.77%
Will you join CoatingsPro at the AMPP annual conference + expo to see the 2023 Contractor Award winners?
Date Published 2/1/2023 12:00 AM
Yes
75.00%
No
25.00%
What trade show are you most excited about in early 2023?
Date Published 1/1/2023 12:00 AM
World of Concrete
38.46%
International Roofing Expo
0.00%
AMPP Annual Conference + Expo
46.15%
Other
15.38%
What are you hoping to get for the holiday season?
Date Published 12/1/2022 6:00 AM
Some time off to spend with family or friends
50.00%
More business and projects
12.50%
Weather suitable for coating
25.00%
Other
12.50%
Before you hit the end of the year, what are your main goals to close out 2022?
Date Published 11/3/2022 6:00 AM
Complete more contracts
71.43%
Hire more people
0.00%
Take more time off
0.00%
Other
28.57%
Have you submitted your project for CoatingsPro’s annual Contractor Awards Program?
Date Published 10/1/2022 6:00 AM
Not yet!
33.33%
Yes!
33.33%
We didn’t work on any successful projects this year.
33.33%
How do you prefer to get “schooled”?
Date Published 9/1/2022 12:00 AM
Online courses
40.00%
On-the-job learning
40.00%
Sessions at conferences
0.00%
Articles, books, or more
0.00%
Other
20.00%
During the hotter months, it’s most important for me to ensure that my crew is:
Date Published 8/1/2022 12:00 AM
Taking breaks often
16.67%
Drinking lots of water
50.00%
Wearing air conditioned hoods
16.67%
Starting the workday earlier
16.67%
Other (please describe below)
0.00%
What’s your first choice of things to do on a day off?
Date Published 7/1/2022 6:00 AM
Family time
46.15%
Alone time
46.15%
Friends first
7.69%
Other
0.00%
What would be the most useful upgrade for your company this year?
Date Published 6/1/2022 6:00 AM
Answer here
0.00%
Which social media outlets do you use to connect with peers and companies for your company?
Date Published 5/2/2022 6:00 AM
Twitter
0.00%
Facebook
0.00%
LinkedIn
50.00%
Instagram
0.00%
Other
0.00%
None
50.00%
Do you follow CoatingsPro on social media? Check which one is your favorite platform to stay connected:
Date Published 4/4/2022 12:00 AM
LinkedIn: (CoatingsPro Magazine)
50.00%
Twitter: (@CoatingsProMag)
33.33%
Facebook (CoatingsPro Magazine)
0.00%
Instagram: (@coatingspromag)
0.00%
None
16.67%
What are you most looking forward to in March?
Date Published 3/6/2022 12:00 AM
CoatingsPro’s announcement of the 2022 Contractor Award Program winners!
50.00%
AMPP’s inaugural conference + expo!
25.00%
Springing forward with daylight savings.
25.00%
Celebrating Easter, St. Patrick’s Day, or another holiday.
0.00%
Other
0.00%
Are you setting any intentions or resolutions for 2022?
Date Published 1/1/2022 12:00 AM
Yes!
0.00%
I haven’t decided yet.
25.00%
Not this year.
50.00%
Other
25.00%
Are you planning to attend the inaugural AMPP Conference + Expo in March?
Date Published 1/1/2022 12:00 AM
Yes! I wouldn’t miss it.
46.15%
I’m not sure yet.
38.46%
We won’t make it this year.
15.38%
Other
0.00%
Is “Die Hard” a Christmas movie?
Date Published 12/1/2021 12:00 AM
Absolutely!
80.00%
Definitely not.
10.00%
Not sure.
10.00%
Did you submit a project for CoatingsPro’s 6th annual Contractor Awards Program?
Date Published 10/1/2021 12:00 AM
Yes! We had several successful projects this year for your consideration.
0.00%
Not yet, I’ll get it in before the Nov. 18 extended deadline.
0.00%
No, I hadn’t heard of it but I’ll go check it out now at www.coatingspromag.com/contractor-awards.
100.00%
What are you most looking forward to at the final Coatings+ show this December?
Date Published 9/29/2021 12:00 AM
Networking event
40.00%
Educational sessions
60.00%
Exhibit hall
0.00%
Connecting with friends and peers in person
0.00%
Other
0.00%
Will you be attending the in-person Coatings+ Conference and Expo this December?
Date Published 8/1/2021 12:00 AM
Yes! I wouldn’t miss it.
71.43%
I’m not sure yet, but I’m interested.
14.29%
I’m not going to be able to make it.
14.29%
Other.
0.00%
It’s back-to-school time in many areas. What type of “school” would you be most interested in doing these days?
Date Published 8/1/2021 12:00 AM
High school, college, or university to finish my degree or start a new one
50.00%
Vocational school for additional skills pertinent to my job
0.00%
School of hard knocks—although maybe from someone else’s mistakes (“Never Again” anyone?)
0.00%
School of rock (or another type of passionate pursuit)
0.00%
School of fish—learning from my peers
50.00%
Other
0.00%
How will the INVEST in America Act (aka the transportation bill) affect your business?
Date Published 7/1/2021 12:00 AM
It’ll be great for my business
66.67%
I don’t expect it to have any affect; this is outside our business’s scope
0.00%
What transportation bill?
33.33%
Other
0.00%
Are you attending World of Concrete in early June this year?
Date Published 5/1/2021 12:00 AM
Yes! I can’t wait.
50.00%
We’re not traveling this year.
33.33%
No, but we’re going to another show.
16.67%
Other
0.00%
Have you read any good business books recently?
Date Published 5/1/2021 12:00 AM
Yes (let us know which ones!)
33.33%
Nothing at this time
66.67%
Will you be attending the live announcement of CoatingsPro’s Contractor Awards Program for 2021 April 28th?
Date Published 4/1/2021 12:00 AM
Yes! Can’t wait to find out who the winners are.
100.00%
No, but I will watch it later.
0.00%
“Ask again later.”
0.00%
Does your coatings work mainly fit in one of the these three categories:
Date Published 12/2/2020 12:00 AM
concrete, roof, steel?
0.00%
Yes.
33.33%
No, I’d be mainly in “other.”
66.67%
How have you been bringing in the new year?
Date Published 12/2/2020 12:00 AM
With a bang! Good riddance 2020!
0.00%
With excitement. 2020 was a good year for our business.
75.00%
With trepidation. We’re uncertain about our future.
25.00%
Other
0.00%
How is your work load going this year so far?
Date Published 12/2/2020 12:00 AM
We’ve got too much work!
70.00%
We’re always looking for more work.
30.00%
I need more work!
0.00%
Other
0.00%
What are you most looking forward to with the virtual CORROSION conference and expo next month?
Date Published 12/2/2020 12:00 AM
Finding out who won CoatingsPro’s 5th annual Contractor Awards Program!
100.00%
Seeing what new products and services the exhibitors have.
0.00%
Attending educational sessions.
0.00%
Networking virtually with colleagues, peers, and friends.
0.00%
What is your primary role?
Date Published 11/4/2020 12:00 AM
Contractor—business owner
40.00%
Contractor—other than owner
20.00%
Specifier/Architect
0.00%
Engineer
0.00%
Facility/Asset Owner/Operator
0.00%
Other
40.00%
How do you prefer to get your work-related information?
Date Published 7/29/2020 6:00 AM
In print
0.00%
Online/digitally
100.00%
Both
0.00%
Other
0.00%
How many hours a day are you spending on getting job-related information each day right now?
Date Published 7/29/2020 6:00 AM
<1
14.29%
1-3
57.14%
3-5
14.29%
3-5
14.29%
Other
0.00%
How has COVID-19 been affecting your business?
Date Published 7/29/2020 6:00 AM
It’s had no effect.
92.97%
It’s had very little effect.
6.09%
It’s greatly effected my business for the positive.
0.16%
It’s greatly effected my business for the negative.
0.78%
Other/Comment
0.00%
Will you be submitting a project for CoatingsPro’s 2021 Contractor Awards Program (open now!)?
Date Published 7/1/2020 12:00 AM
Yes, at least one!
40.00%
Not this year, I won’t have the time.
60.00%
Other
0.00%
Is your company starting to discuss going back to the office post COVID-19 shelter-in-place orders?
Date Published 6/1/2020 6:00 AM
Yes
94.91%
Not yet
1.37%
We never left the office
1.96%
Other
1.76%
Are you planning on joining us at the presentation of the 2020 Contractor Awards winners?
Date Published 5/1/2020 6:00 AM
Yes! Can’t wait to celebrate the winners in Houston
0.00%
Yes! I will join via Facebook Live
100.00%
No, I’m unable to join but will support in spirit.
0.00%
No, I haven’t heard of the awards program and will check it out for next year!
0.00%
Other
0.00%
How is the worldwide COVID-19 pandemic affecting your business?
Date Published 4/1/2020 6:00 AM
We are considered an essential business so it’s business as usual here
55.56%
We are not considered an essential business so I’ve moved my business to virtual
22.22%
My area has not issued orders to close non-essential businesses
0.00%
Other
22.22%
Are you getting the information you need regarding COVID-19 to do your job during the pandemic?
Date Published 3/1/2020 6:00 AM
Yes, CoatingsPro has been doing a good job of keeping me in the loop.
60.00%
No, I need more information on (please let us know in the comments)
0.00%
Other (please let us know in the comments)
40.00%
CoatingsPro has a brand new Instagram account (@coatingspromag)! How do you use social media for work?
Date Published 2/1/2020 6:00 AM
I use social media daily
40.00%
I use social media as I need something
40.00%
I don’t use social media at all
0.00%
Other
20.00%
Happy New Year! It’s the start of a new decade. What are you most proud of professionally from the past 10 years?
Date Published 1/1/2020 12:00 AM
Our company’s growth
28.57%
Our team overcoming challenges
28.57%
Finding work/life balance
42.86%
Other
0.00%
What does “sustainable” mean to you?
Date Published 12/5/2019 12:00 AM
“Green”
16.67%
Durable
0.00%
Long-lasting
16.67%
All of the above
58.33%
Other
8.33%
Economists have been discussing a potential economic downturn. What do you do to prepare for financial gaps?
Date Published 10/1/2019 6:00 AM
Start raising prices or saving more.
0.00%
Increase marketing, advertising, etc.
0.00%
Network, network, network!
66.67%
All of the above.
33.33%
I don’t know.
0.00%
Other.
0.00%
The holiday season is upon us! How do the holidays affect your work?
Date Published 10/1/2019 6:00 AM
I take off a day or two but mostly it’s work as usual
50.00%
I give myself a real holiday break by working more before and after the holidays
50.00%
Other
0.00%
CoatingsPro’s fourth annual Contractor Awards Program is officially open! How many projects will you be submitting?
Date Published 7/1/2019 6:00 AM
1
50.00%
2+
50.00%
Other
0.00%
It’s back to school time for many kids! Are you planning on taking any courses or training (online or in person) this year?
Date Published 7/1/2019 6:00 AM
Yes!
50.00%
Not this year.
50.00%
Other
0.00%
A recent report says 7,000+ robots will be deployed in construction by 2025. How will this affect your business?
Date Published 6/1/2019 6:00 AM
I foresee robots overhauling the way we work. Bring on the Jetsons!
57.14%
Robots may change the way I do my job, but they won’t make a huge impact.
28.57%
Robots won’t have any effect on my business, even if they affect the industry.
0.00%
Other.
14.29%
What type of training do you have planned for the coming months for yourself or members of your team?
Date Published 3/6/2019 6:00 AM
Safety practices
0.00%
New products or equipment
33.33%
Coatings inspector or other coatings certification
33.33%
Combination of the above
33.33%
Other/none of the above
0.00%
Will you take the "Just Drive" pledge from the National Safety Council to be an attentive driver this month?
Date Published 3/6/2019 6:00 AM
Yes, I’ll take the pledge and share the information with my company.
50.00%
No, I’m always an attentive driver.
50.00%
No, I don’t see driving as part of my company’s safety culture.
0.00%
Other.
0.00%
NACE and SSPC are in talks to discuss synergistic opportunities between the two organizations. What do you think?
Date Published 3/6/2019 6:00 AM
It’s a great idea.
83.33%
I have some concerns, but overall I’m in favor.
16.67%
What are NACE and SSPC?
0.00%
Other
0.00%
How did 2018 treat you at work?
Date Published 12/3/2018 12:00 AM
It was a great year! Hoping to continue the momentum in 2019.
85.71%
I’ve had better years. Looking forward to 2019!
14.29%
Other
0.00%
Will you be traveling this winter for work?
Date Published 12/3/2018 12:00 AM
Yes, we have coatings work that we have to travel for
60.00%
Yes, we are headed to trainings and/or trade shows this winter
10.00%
No, we’re staying local
30.00%
How do you use device-based software on the job?
Date Published 12/3/2018 12:00 AM
Payroll/timesheets
0.00%
QA/QC
0.00%
Photo capture
33.33%
Equipment/tool GPS tracking
0.00%
All of the above
66.67%
Other
0.00%
Would you be interested in attending a meet and great with CoatingsPro in your area?
Date Published 11/6/2018 6:00 AM
Yes! I will include details of what time of day and year would be best in the comments.
100.00%
No, thank you.
0.00%
Comments
0.00%
How do you feel about daylight savings time?
Date Published 11/1/2018 12:00 AM
I like it! The morning sunlight is safer for my crew.
28.57%
I dislike it! The early darkness affects my work schedule.
71.43%
Other
0.00%
How important is it to gain credits (e.g., CEUs) for a webinar or other type of online course?
Date Published 10/4/2018 6:00 AM
Very important
0.00%
Somewhat important
50.00%
Not important
50.00%
Other
0.00%
Did you know that CoatingsPro’s 2019 Contractor Awards Program has officially opened?
Date Published 9/3/2018 6:00 AM
Yes! I’m working on my project submissions now.
66.67%
No. I’ll be sure to check out more information on the awards website (www.coatingspromag.com/contractor-awards).
33.33%
Other
0.00%
When does your busy summer schedule at work end?
Date Published 8/1/2018 6:00 AM
September-October
33.33%
I don’t have “summer” work; I’m busy all the time
33.33%
I don’t slow down until winter
33.33%
Other
0.00%
Will you be submitting a project for CoatingsPro’s Contractor Awards Program this year?
Date Published 7/3/2018 6:00 AM
Yes
55.56%
No
44.44%
Other
0.00%
Will you be tuning in to our educational webinar about polyurethanes, polyureas, and polyaspartics?
Date Published 6/5/2018 6:00 AM
Yes!
83.33%
No, but I’m interested (https://bit.ly/2xy8F6S)
16.67%
No, but I have another suggestion for a topic (comment below)
0.00%
Comments
0.00%
How often do you go online to find information to get your job done?
Date Published 5/1/2018 12:00 AM
Daily
66.67%
Once a week
14.29%
Once a month
9.52%
Once every six months
0.00%
Other
9.52%
What length article do you read most frequently?
Date Published 4/4/2018 6:00 AM
Very short
20.00%
Medium
20.00%
The longer the better
13.33%
Combination of all three
46.67%
Other
0.00%
How important is it for you to gain credits (e.g., CEUs) when taking a webinar or other course?
Date Published 3/5/2018 12:00 AM
Very important; I won’t take one without them
33.33%
Important, but I’ll still take a course without getting credits
50.00%
Not important
16.67%
Other
0.00%
How do you prefer to receive your news and other information?
Date Published 2/5/2018 6:00 AM
Digital
15.38%
Email
30.77%
Print
38.46%
Social
15.38%
Audio
0.00%
Video
0.00%
Other
0.00%
What substrates do you typically work with on your coatings projects?
Date Published 1/3/2018 6:00 AM
Concrete
12.50%
Steel
62.50%
Roofs
12.50%
Multiple
12.50%
Other
0.00%
Should dash cameras or trackers be used for your employees’ company cars?
Date Published 12/1/2017 12:00 AM
Yes
66.67%
No
33.33%
Other
0.00%
How important is it to gain credits (e.g., CEUs) when taking a webinar or other course?
Date Published 11/1/2017 6:00 AM
Very important; I won’t take one without it
50.00%
Important, but I’ll still take a course without getting credits
16.67%
Not important
33.33%
Other
0.00%
OSHA’s new standard for respirable crystalline silica went into effect September 23. Is it:
Date Published 10/3/2017 12:00 AM
About time
70.00%
Too strict
20.00%
Not enough
0.00%
Other
10.00%
What is your company’s biggest challenge right now?
Date Published 9/6/2017 12:00 AM
Labor shortages
50.00%
Profit margins
30.00%
Safety protocols
20.00%
Other
0.00%
Do your crew members use company-owned vehicles to get to the jobsite?
Date Published 8/3/2017 6:00 AM
Yes
73.33%
No, they use personal vehicles
26.67%
No, I don’t have crew members
0.00%
Other
0.00%
How do you usually get to your jobsites?
Date Published 7/6/2017 6:00 AM
Trailer
0.00%
Truck
90.00%
Car
10.00%
Other
0.00%
How do you use your time at the office?
Date Published 6/8/2017 6:00 AM
Completing admin tasks, such as payroll and contracts
60.00%
Looking for new work or workers
20.00%
Working on marketing your company
20.00%
Reading, networking, etc.
0.00%
Other
0.00%
When you’re driving to jobsites, how do you spend your time?
Date Published 5/4/2017 12:00 AM
Listen to the radio or music
47.83%
Listen to podcasts
21.74%
Make calls
17.39%
Enjoy the ride
8.70%
Other
4.35%
What does the spring season bring for your company?
Date Published 4/4/2017 6:00 AM
More calls from potential clients
50.00%
More delays in projects
25.00%
Increased safety
25.00%
Nothing different
0.00%
Other
0.00%
OSHA has made several changes to standards that may affect the coatings community. Do you agree with these changes?
Date Published 3/7/2017 6:00 AM
Yes, they’re just right
50.00%
No, they’re too strict
50.00%
No, they’re not strict enough
0.00%
Other
0.00%
What kind of tips would most help you do your job better?
Date Published 1/6/2017 12:00 AM
Marketing tips to potential customers
12.50%
Paperwork tips to run your business more successfully
25.00%
Updates coming out
37.50%
Tricks of the trade
25.00%
Other
0.00%
Do you think the new president will affect the way you do business this year?
Date Published 1/6/2017 12:00 AM
Yes, in a positive way.
45.16%
Yes, in a negative way.
32.26%
No, it will stay the same.
22.58%
Other
0.00%
What types of mass media other than print do you use for work?
Date Published 12/8/2016 12:00 AM
Webinars
33.33%
Podcasts
0.00%
Blogs
33.33%
Social media (e.g., Twitter, Facebook, LinkedIn)
33.33%
Other
0.00%
Have you heard about CoatingsPro’s inaugural Contractor Awards Program?
Date Published 10/3/2016 12:00 AM
Yes, I’m planning on entering a project.
16.67%
No, I haven’t heard of it yet.
75.00%
Other
8.33%
Which of the categories for CoatingsPro's inaugural Contractor Awards Program (deadline approaching!) best fits your company?
Date Published 10/3/2016 12:00 AM
Commercial Concrete
0.00%
Commercial Roof
23.08%
Industrial Concrete
38.46%
Industrial Steel
23.08%
Specialty Project
7.69%
Contractor/Crew MVP
7.69%
Other
0.00%
Is your company experiencing issues with labor shortages?
Date Published 9/8/2016 6:00 AM
Yes, and it’s affecting our bottom line
36.36%
Yes, but it’s not affecting our bottom line
27.27%
No
36.36%
Other
0.00%
Why do you attend industry events (e.g., conferences, trainings, golf tournaments):
Date Published 8/2/2016 12:00 AM
To network
37.50%
To get training or education credits
43.75%
To visit a new place/travel
6.25%
I don’t attend them
6.25%
Other
6.25%
How do you prefer to share photos?
Date Published 7/7/2016 12:00 AM
File sharing site online
23.08%
Email
69.23%
Mail
0.00%
Other
7.69%
Which part of the magazine do you flip to first?
Date Published 6/1/2016 6:00 AM
Feature articles
50.00%
Industry updates
30.00%
Never Again
20.00%
Other
0.00%
What social media platforms do you use regularly?
Date Published 5/3/2016 6:00 AM
Facebook
64.71%
LinkedIn
11.76%
Twitter
17.65%
Instagram
0.00%
Other
5.88%
How do you prefer to be contacted for business opportunities?
Date Published 4/7/2016 12:00 AM
Email
78.57%
Call
14.29%
Text
7.14%
Other
0.00%
What do you think you’d like to see more of in CoatingsPro?
Date Published 3/3/2016 12:00 AM
Commercial projects (e.g., concrete floors and parking garages)
21.43%
Industrial projects (e.g., bridges and ships)
28.57%
Industrial projects (e.g., bridges and ships)
0.00%
Roofing projects (including SPF)
7.14%
Information regarding skills for the contractor (e.g., training, money, marketing)
21.43%
Nothing, it’s perfect!
14.29%
Other
7.14%
How many employees do you have at your company?
Date Published 1/6/2016 12:00 AM
1-9
27.27%
10-49
18.18%
50-99
4.55%
100-199
27.27%
200+
22.73%
Have you ever taken an OSHA training class? Or any safety training class?
Date Published 1/6/2016 12:00 AM
No.
15.79%
Yes. I feel it is important to keep up with the latest safety regulations.
42.11%
Yes. It was part of my job requirements.
42.11%
How do you hear about updates on CoatingsPro’s website?
Date Published 11/3/2015 6:00 AM
Direct to the website
0.00%
E-Newsletters
75.00%
Twitter
0.00%
Facebook
0.00%
Other
25.00%
Which best describes your company's primary business?
Date Published 11/3/2015 6:00 AM
Commercial Coatings Contractor
26.32%
Flooring Contract Work
21.05%
Roofing Contract Work
0.00%
Engineer/Consultant/Specifier
10.53%
Insulation Contractor
0.00%
Other
42.11%
How do you use the internet (e.g., open source, websites, social media sites) for work?
Date Published 10/7/2015 4:00 AM
I use it only for research, such as to find information on a product or person.
20.00%
I use it to connect with peers through social media.
0.00%
I use it as my main source for information.
0.00%
I use it in more than one way mentioned above.
80.00%
I don’t; I only use the internet for my personal life.
0.00%
Other.
0.00%
How do you prefer to learn about standard updates from organizations such as OSHA and EPA?
Date Published 9/1/2015 12:00 AM
Receive email notification
37.50%
Read online
37.50%
See on social media
0.00%
Read in an article
12.50%
Other
12.50%
What is your biggest challenge related to safety?
Date Published 8/1/2015 12:00 AM
Keeping everyone’s training up to date
25.00%
Keeping the books up to date
0.00%
Staying current on new standards
37.50%
Understanding different safety needs for different types of applications
37.50%
Other
0.00%
How do you spend your national holidays?
Date Published 6/30/2015 12:00 AM
Taking a break from work and celebrating
100.00%
Working fewer hours
0.00%
Working the same hours but with a different crew
0.00%
Nothing changes
0.00%
Other
0.00%
When considering a “good” crew member, what do you mainly look for? Someone who is:
Date Published 6/3/2015 12:00 AM
Experienced
22.22%
Reliable
66.67%
Honest
11.11%
Eager
0.00%
Other
0.00%
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Date Published 6/3/2015 12:00 AM
What is your biggest challenge at work?
Date Published 5/7/2015 12:00 AM
Finding and landing jobs
33.33%
Balancing your finances
0.00%
Balancing your finances
0.00%
Keeping good crews
33.33%
Completing successful projects
0.00%
Balancing personal and professional life
16.67%
Other
16.67%
What would you like more information regarding?
Date Published 4/2/2015 12:00 AM
Concrete coatings
41.18%
Steel coatings
17.65%
Roof coating systems (including spray foam)
5.88%
Coatings failures
35.29%
Other
0.00%
What additional information would you like to hear about from experts in the field?
Date Published 3/2/2015 12:00 AM
Tricks of the trade
75.00%
Updates to codes, standards, etc.
25.00%
Product updates
0.00%
Hot topics
0.00%
HR hints
0.00%
How long have you been working in the coatings industry?
Date Published 1/27/2015 12:00 AM
Up to 5 years
17.95%
5-10 years
20.51%
10-15 years
7.69%
15-20 years
17.95%
20+ years
28.21%
Other
7.69%
What are you most looking forward to in the beginning of 2015?
Date Published 1/6/2015 12:00 AM
Learning about new products and projects.
55.56%
Catching up on admin tasks.
0.00%
Attending training courses.
11.11%
Attending trade shows.
22.22%
Other. (List below.)
11.11%
What did you enjoy most in 2014?
Date Published 12/1/2014 6:00 AM
New coatings products
18.18%
Upcoming coatings jobs
45.45%
Changes at work
18.18%
Changes at home
18.18%
Other (please describe below)
0.00%
What do the holidays mean to me and my company?
Date Published 10/30/2014 12:00 AM
No work gets done
30.00%
I can’t get anyone on the phone
20.00%
Work picks up
0.00%
Nothing changes
30.00%
Other (please describe below)
20.00%
The upcoming winter months mean:
Date Published 9/30/2014 12:00 AM
More time for administrative work I’ve put off
0.00%
Time to look for new projects for the next year
28.57%
Time to reflect on projects from this past year
14.29%
Nothing different; I can still do coatings jobs in the winter
57.14%
Other (please describe below)
0.00%
What motivates you to follow safe practices on the job?
Date Published 9/9/2014 12:00 AM
Your health
64.71%
Management
5.88%
Your family/friends
23.53%
Other
5.88%
How does having a family affect your crew members?
Date Published 9/4/2014 12:00 AM
Work schedules need to change
33.33%
Paperwork needs to be updated (e.g., insurance policies)
0.00%
Safety becomes a higher priority for those members
66.67%
Nothing changes
0.00%
Other (please describe below)
0.00%
During the hotter months, it’s most important for me to ensure that my crew is:
Date Published 8/6/2014 12:00 AM
Taking breaks often
9.68%
Drinking lots of water
70.97%
Wearing air conditioned hoods
0.00%
Starting the workday earlier
16.13%
Other (please describe below)
3.23%
I use social media to:
Date Published 7/2/2014 12:00 AM
Highlight my projects
18.18%
Connect with subject matter experts
36.36%
Discuss issues with my peers
9.09%
Prepare for tradeshows
0.00%
I don’t use social media
27.27%
Other (please describe below)
9.09%
Which department do you most enjoy reading in CoatingsPro?
Date Published 6/10/2014 12:00 AM
Contractor’s Corner
62.50%
Specifying Success
12.50%
Safety First
12.50%
Marketing Savvy
0.00%
Money Matters
12.50%
If I went to one tradeshow this year, I would like to hear about:
Date Published 5/1/2014 12:00 AM
Solutions to coatings failures
45.83%
Interesting project overviews
29.17%
Safety updates
16.67%
Information for the project manager
8.33%
Other
0.00%
CoatingsPro’s website is doing a good job of covering:
Date Published 4/1/2014 12:00 AM
Industry news
23.53%
Top Articles
23.53%
The current issue
29.41%
All of the above
17.65%
None of the above (please describe below)
5.88%
What do you do when you go to a trade show?
Date Published 3/4/2014 12:00 AM
I attend the education sessions
0.00%
I attend the tracks
0.00%
I walk the floor to stop by booths
33.33%
I go see the special exhibits
4.76%
All of the above
61.90%
None of the above
0.00%
What are you most looking forward to in 2014?
Date Published 2/7/2014 12:00 AM
New coatings products
40.00%
Upcoming coatings jobs
20.00%
Changes at work
33.33%
Changes at home
6.67%
Other (please describe below)
0.00%
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Date Published 2/7/2014 12:00 AM
What do you love best about the website’s new look?
Date Published 1/7/2014 12:00 AM
New coatings products
0.00%
Upcoming coatings jobs
0.00%
Changes at work
0.00%
Changes at home
0.00%
Other
100.00%