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No matter what you do for a living, nothing compares to your first day on the job. For the first week or two, your enthusiasm and curiosity are at an all-time high. 

Over time, however, that feeling can subside, and if not maintained, can leave professionals disengaged and unmotivated to work. 

Employee engagement and motivation are critical for talent retention, professional development and company success. Credit professionals who uncover what motivates them and their team are that much closer to creating a high-performing department by fostering a fulfilling work environment.

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Timing of payments during construction projects can be complicated as money flows through all the different parties involved. At times, slow payment can lead to customers paying late as they await their own payment from the general contractor. 

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AI companies are paying up for new AR hires—what are they looking for?

AI is rapidly changing the future of credit, collections and accounts receivable. A recent $250K+ AR job posting from a leading AI company specifically sought experience using AI and large language models (LLMs) within finance operations.

What does that mean for today’s credit professionals? Join us as we take on the topic with Jared Shulman, Co-founder and CEO of Daylit.

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As new technologies give way to more advanced forms of check fraud, it is important that credit managers reevaluate fraud prevention measures. From learning the red flags to establishing a procedure to follow when a customer exhibits suspicious behavior, the strongest defense against fraud is a multifaceted one. 

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When it comes to construction credit, there is nothing more critical, or complex, than contracts. With so many unique terms and contract language shaping each project, it is important that credit professionals know what’s headed their way at the onset. 

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Construction credit managers know the importance of a completed job information sheet and the added protection the sheet offers by making the preliminary notice process easier. While the benefits are clear to those in credit, customers may not understand why they need to complete them. 

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Though immensely rewarding, business credit is fraught with hardship, from economic uncertainty to unforeseen crises. Without a clear path forward, people can feel disorganized to the point that they not only feel lost but adrift in their work. Like an anchor stabilizing a ship, credit leaders offer support and guidance to keep their teams steady in rough waters. 

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Rising global tensions are adding to existing challenges, including higher input costs and thinning profit margins. A surge in crop production in 2025 driving prices down combined with ongoing tariff pressure, has left the agricultural economy in a difficult position. 

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Mechanic’s lien laws are the bedrock of the construction credit field, offering credit managers protection as they await payment during long projects. As credit managers work in multiple states, they will encounter two distinct types of liens: full price liens and unpaid balance liens. While both offer protection, it is critical that credit managers understand what type of lien they are filing.

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When a credit professional retires or leaves a company, the organization is not just losing a valuable team member—it is often losing unparalleled knowledge and expertise. Transferring what took years to learn requires time, patience and a willingness to share and receive. 

Without a proper succession plan, credit departments risk losing the ability to transfer valuable expertise. Having a continuity plan can ease the transition, allowing the next generation of credit leaders to step into their new roles with confidence and the knowledge they need to succeed. 

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