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Why Contractors Need a PR Expert on Their Team

by Laura Frnka-Davis | May 28, 2020
Business | Business Development

While it’s true that no one knows what the world will look like post-pandemic, one thing is certain: those who survive and thrive in business will need PR to bolster sales and, more importantly, to foster trust.

Project Management Teams Must Be Trained to Properly Document Projects

by Leslie A. Boe | May 28, 2020
Business | Business Development | Project Management | Risk Management

Whether prosecuting or defending a claim, having the appropriate documentation will pay off. Contractors should make sure project management teams are properly trained so they have the documentation needed to be successful in defending or prosecuting construction claims.

What Are the Top Lessons Your Company Has Learned Since COVID-19 Has Struck?

Industry veterans share the top lessons learned since the start of the pandemic.

Why Executive Coaching Works: A Foundation for Success

by Rachel E. Pelovitz | May 14, 2020
Business | Business Development | Departments | Organization Culture

In an unpredictable marketplace, construction executives are focusing more than ever on their top priorities and guiding principles. That’s where executive coaching comes in.

Top 10 Mistakes Contractors Make by Growing Too Quickly

by Lee Weintraub, Sean P. Sullivan | May 12, 2020
Business | Business Development | Finance | Project Management

Although construction companies lead the charge during boom economies, failure to plan for growth can have disastrous consequences. Here are the top mistakes contracting firms make by growing without deliberate planning.

How to Become a Successful Government Contractor

by Jacquelyn Grinder | May 12, 2020
Business Development | Finance | Markets

Now is a great time to enter the world of government contracting. By learning the rules, exploring bidding opportunities and creating a plan, contractors can come out of the economic downturn as a more versatile and profitable company.

Many Contractors Concerned About Longer-Term Impacts of Crisis, Survey Reveals

by Dodge Data and Analytics | May 6, 2020
Business Development | Economy | Markets

A new study shows two-thirds of the industry is already experiencing project delays, 87% expect to see their businesses impacted in the next three months and very few believe insurance will likely provide a sufficient backstop to the challenges they face.

How Contractors Can Work on Their Businesses Amid COVID-19

by Frédéric Guitton | May 5, 2020
Business | Business Development | Leadership

While this is uncharted territory for all industries, it is an opportunity for construction professionals to work on their businesses. Once everything is back up and running, workflows will need to be efficient and streamlined for projects to be successful. Now is the time to determine what those processes will look like.

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Why Contractors Need a PR Expert on Their Team

Project Management Teams Must Be Trained to Properly Document Projects

What Are the Top Lessons Your Company Has Learned Since COVID-19 Has Struck?

Why Executive Coaching Works: A Foundation for Success

Top 10 Mistakes Contractors Make by Growing Too Quickly

How to Become a Successful Government Contractor

Many Contractors Concerned About Longer-Term Impacts of Crisis, Survey Reveals

How Contractors Can Work on Their Businesses Amid COVID-19

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