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How Construction Leaders Can Establish a Strong Character

by Sarah Skidmore | Feb 11, 2019
Business | Business Development | Culture | Leadership | Organization Culture

So many variables and factors influence construction work, so it is essential that leaders enhance the one variable they have control over: themselves. A fundamental way to strengthen one’s leadership is by establishing a strong character based on values and ethics.

Three Steps to Better Digital Recruiting

by Chris Lennon | Feb 11, 2019
Business Development | Human Resources | Technology

The right social media platform can attract great future hires. The employer brand is its reputation when it comes to culture, benefits, pay and more. Companies should work to shape it in the workspace and social media.

Reimagining Retail Spaces for Today’s Consumer

by Michael Parks | Feb 8, 2019
Business Development | Commercial | Markets

As the retail market continues to evolve, contractors must work alongside clients to modernize big box spaces, spearhead uniqueness and create exciting destinations to lure customers to their centers.

Construction Trends Contractors Need to Know in 2019

by Lior Zitzman | Feb 7, 2019
Business | Business Development | Careers | Economy | Recruitment | Retention

This year, contractors will need to consider sustainability, hiring, new technology, prefabrication and market conditions. Despite a few areas of concern, most contractors are confident in their ability to meet the challenges of 2019.

Three Ways to Provide Exceptional Customer Service

by Kelsey Fritz | Feb 4, 2019
Business | Business Development

Hiring the right team, getting honest customer feedback and using multiple channels are all ways contractors can improve their customer service techniques.

Five Ways to Make the Most of an Architecture Photography Budget

by Alan Blakely | Feb 1, 2019
Business Development | Markets

It can be daunting to find photographers who can create memory-making images of a company's projects at an affordable price. Here are five ways to make a budget stretch as far as possible.

How Organizational Change Management Can Improve a Project’s Bottom Line

by Carolina Nascimento | Jan 31, 2019
Business | Business Development | Human Resources | Organization Culture | Project Delivery

Organizational change management can greatly contribute to a project’s bottom line. Data from numerous sources shows a direct correlation between change management effectiveness and the likelihood of success.

Building Employee Engagement Raises Creativity and Productivity

by Laurie Richards | Jan 31, 2019
Business Development | Careers | Human Resources | Organization Culture | Recruitment | Retention | Training | Workforce

Surveys show solid evidence linking employee engagement to performance, with some suggesting it is the strongest factor in customer service, creativity and productivity.
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