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Four Keys to Attracting and Retaining Construction Talent

Skilled workers are in high demand, so firms must stand out in their methods for attracting workers. Check out our tips for engaging prospective talent, and retaining the most valuable employees.

How to Build a Culture of Ethics

by Sarah Skidmore | Mar 4, 2019
Culture | Organization Culture

Leaders are the key influencer of a company's created culture. As construction leaders seek to build a culture of ethics, keep in mind these essential facets: individual ethical accountability, responsible leadership, clarity and communication, connection through empathy and living one’s values.

Tips to Address Suicide Prevention in General Contractor, Subcontractor and Supplier Relationships

by David James | Feb 25, 2019
Careers | Organization Culture | Training | Workforce

With suicide deaths at four times the national average, construction stakeholders need to explore how the industry can come together and reduce the industry risk factors that impact the workforce.

Leaders Must Value the Strengths of Their Teams for Increased Success

Using these tools, leaders can better position themselves to value and support their teams—ultimately leading to higher productivity, increased worker retention and a better bottom line.

Ideologies That Need to Change for Construction to Advance

Despite an estimated 11 percent increase in commercial construction, the percentage of young construction workers has declined by 30 percent in the past decade. With more projects and fewer workers, the landscape of the construction industry must adapt if it hopes to advance.

Focus on Clarity, Growth and Contribution to Recruit High-performing Millennials

When a company knows what’s most important to high-performing millennials, they can take what many see as a challenge and turn it into an opportunity.

How Construction Leaders Can Establish a Strong Character

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.

Keys to Creating a Female-Friendly Company Culture in Construction

Studies show that having a diverse workforce, including a more balanced ratio of men and women in leadership positions, is beneficial to an organization’s bottom line—and the construction industry should be no exception.

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Ideologies That Need to Change for Construction to Advance

Focus on Clarity, Growth and Contribution to Recruit High-performing Millennials

How Construction Leaders Can Establish a Strong Character

Keys to Creating a Female-Friendly Company Culture in Construction

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