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Programs that Can Support Your Team’s Wellbeing
The past year has been incredibly hard for workers across every industry. Worrying about a global pandemic is one thing, but it is particularly hard when you are not able to do your work from [...]
How the Construction Industry Can Attract and Retain Female Candidates
Some major cities have seen significant growth in the number of women who work in the construction industry – by some measures, of up to 20%. While this is certainly progress when it comes to [...]
Embrace Planning on Your Worksite, and Improve Its Productivity
There are about a million and one moving parts on construction projects. Not only do you need to plan for special permits ahead of time, but often material or equipment orders can take longer than [...]
The 2021 Debate: Should Employers Require Employees to Get COVID-19 Vaccinations?
We are finally starting a new year. But the big topic of 2020 – the coronavirus – is far from being over. Today, many employers are wondering whether they can (and should) require their employees [...]
When Reflecting on the Past Year, Ask Yourself These Three Questions
At the end of a year, it is typical to take some time to reflect. This is particularly true of 2020, a year that upset business across every industry. Many construction projects were halted, some [...]
Substance Abuse in the Construction Industry: Reasons Why and How to Help
Unfortunately, the construction industry tends to have a high instance of drug and alcohol abuse. In this article, we will go over some of the reasons for this trend, and what you can do to [...]
How to Start Fostering a Sense of Community in the Workplace
There are many experts and reports that argue – convincingly – that a sense of community can make or break a business. And it makes sense. When we feel like we are a part of [...]
3 Major Red Flags to Watch Out for in the Hiring Process
It can be difficult to try to get to really know a person. This is especially true when they are vying for an open position with your company. You need to be able to discern [...]
Are You Making These Bidding Mistakes?
The past year has been difficult, to say the least. A lot of construction projects have been canceled or put on hold, as government regulations and finances continue to be uncertain in the midst of [...]